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The new redesigned Cat K Series Small Wheel Loaders—924K, 930K and 938K— being unveiled at Intermat 2012 are said to incorporate new Stage IIIB/Tier 4 Interim emissions standard engines and many new performance enhancing features. An efficient electronically controlled hydrostatic drive system, new optimised Z-bar loader linkage, refined operator's station and a choice of couplers and buckets for best matching the machine to the application are among the notable features on the debuting wheel loader models,

Ammann is using INTERMAT to reveal its UniBatch range of asphalt mixing plants. With capacities from 80-350 tonnes/hour, this new plant type incorporates flexibility, and a larger selection of modules to allow the system to be expanded as required. Energy efficiency and reduced emissions are key elements of the UniBatch range, which is said to be is compatible with all of Ammann's recycling technologies. Mixer capacities extend from 1.3-4.3tonnes, hot silo storage is from 45-120tonnes and mixed material sto

Ammapax is the simple and cost-effective solution from Ammann to suppress noise levels for those operating plants close to residential areas. Available in three different designs that can reduce noise pressure levels by up to 10 dB, 15 dB and 20 dB, the Ammapax does not require any additional installation space, as it is lowered into the mixing plant’s chimney and fixed to the chimney opening using four bolts. It can also be used in third party plants, said the company.

Michelin North America (MNA) has revealed plans for a new earthmover tyre plant in the United States as part of a $750million expansion set to create up to 500 manufacturing jobs.News of the proposed new site in Anderson County, South Carolina, comes after MNA revealed they would also be expanding their existing earthmover tyre plant in Lexington, also in South Carolina. The two projects are in addition to MNA’s promise last year to create around 270 jobs by investing $200million in its existing Lexington p

In the Czech Republic there is disagreement over the routes for the R43 and R52 expressways, which are being upgraded.

A new range of tandem vibratory rollers will be launched by Cat at Intermat, which it said will deliver greater operator comfort and visibility. Among the range will be articulated and drum-steer configurations, available with solid or split drums. Optional attachments will allow customers to take advantage of the versatility on offer by customizing the machine for specific applications, enabling customers to improve compaction quality.

IRF BPC bringing GNSS-based road pricing a step closer to maturity. Today, road transport faces major challenges such as the ever-increasing need for safety, as well as for reduced congestion and pollution. These problems are particularly critical in highly populated zones, notably big cities and their surrounding areas. Different schemes are being proposed to improve the situation, including road pricing systems to automatically charge drivers for their use of road infrastructures.

Shantui’s SR12-5 road roller is the Chinese company’s most exported construction machine model and will be part of its large exhibition at Intermat. Said by Shantui to be designed mainly for use in the middle layers of compacting, it features DANA hydraulic control systems, and comes with a single front-mounted drum.

JCB is broadening its range of asphalt compactors with the addition of the VMT380 and VMT430 models. These are said to offer high operator visibility, comfort, safety and performance in comparison with other models on the market, according to the firm. Tapered frames ensure good sightlines while both models are powered by 2.2litre Kohler diesels mounted in the front chassis section and rated at 34.6kW, with large fuel and water tanks that are said to be class leading. A novel feature is said to be the trave

The European Transport Safety Council (ETSC) welcomed the launch of the UN Decade of Action for Road Safety, saying it will enable the European Union to join forces in tackling road safety at a global level. The UN move aims to reduce by 50% the projected increase in road deaths by 2020, and was developed with the support of the World Health Organisation (WHO), which predicts that road traffic injuries will rise to become the fifth leading cause of death by 2030 in the world. It demanded action to correct t

Dynapac continues to innovate with its paver range, following from previous developments in 2010 and 2011. The firm says it is now improving the operator´s environment and transport sizes, as well as gearing up to meeting future exhaust emission regulations. The firm introduced six new tracked asphalt pavers with paving widths of 2-14m. Of these, the four sophisticated PLC-controlled pavers SD2500 C / SD2500 CS / SD2550 C / SD2550 CS are designed to meet the needs of contractors, communities and rental comp