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Several key additions to Dynapac's equipment line-up will extend the firm's machine range for the road construction market. Paving, planer and compaction lines will benefit from new machines, with president Claes Ahrengart emphasising the investment in research and development Dynapac continues to make.

Tamtron's new Pro+ scale is offering accurate weighing equipment for use with wheeled loaders. The system from the Finnish company features fast data transfer through the Internet or using USB memory sticks, allowing information to be transferred to the office immediately. "The Pro+ package makes it possible to load a specified amount of product and features automatic angle compensation of up to 12.9°, which speeds up the working process when loading a crusher. The scale also compensates boom speed, tilting

Komatsu's improved PC160LC-8 excavator offers high safety, performance and productivity. Weighing up to 18tonnes (depending on specification), the PC160LC-8 suits duties in general earthmoving and construction sites. A sophisticated machine management system is installed and other features include increased operator comfort, safety and low fuel consumption.

Construction equipment manufacturer Case put dozens of its operator customers through their paces at a first-ever European Rodeo event to mark the first anniversary of the opening of its Customer Centre in Paris.

Montabert is now offering an innovative technology on its new V4500 breaker that offers automatic speed selection. The V4500 hydraulic breaker can be mounted on excavators from 45-80tonnes and is said to offer high productivity, reliability and durability, a high power to weight ratio, easy maintenance, a long life span and a high resale value. Weighing in at 4.5tonnes with top bracket and tool the V4500 works with a maximum input power of 117kW, a hydraulic flow of 380 litres/min and delivers a frequency o

Allen Engineering has developed its new E-Screed for use in confined pour areas. This unit is driven by a high-frequency electric motor that is said to be reliable and durable, with power from a re-chargeable, high-performance 36V battery that can be replaced on-site. The no-maintenance motor is precisely regulated with a variable speed controller and the battery delivers charge-anytime performance over 1500+ life cycles.

Komatsu is rolling out its new PC190-8 excavator, which replaces the previous PC180-7 model. The new machine weighs in at up to 20tonnes and features an engine power increase of 7% over the previous model, boosting performance and productivity. Digging output is increased due to features such as a 200mm longer monoboom, and a maximum bucket capacity of 1.14m3. Lifting capacity is increased and the PC190-8 lifts over a tonne more than the PC180-7, while it offers a bucket digging force of 1.2tonnes, which

Utranazz is offering a demountable concrete batching plant designed for high mobility, called the Ecomix 40S MVBP. The Ecomix 40S is a high performance volumetric mixing unit that is available in a range of versions to suit the customer's needs. The skid-mounted or fixed truck-mounting versions are the standard models. A demountable model suitable for use with a hook loader system onto a flat bed truck is offered and featuring collapsible legs, this can be set-up and ready for use within a short space of ti

The Swiss, well-known for their tunnel constructions, have enhanced their reputation with the recent Gotthard Tunnel breakthrough which has created the world's longest tunnel. And in Bern, a roundabout is being re-positioned almost 10m under the ground, which will transform a somewhat dismal road intersection into an attractive gateway to the country's capital. PERI provided a comprehensive formwork solution for the realisation of the massive beams, reinforced concrete slab along with the conically-sh

Improved performance is claimed for Roadtec's SX-7 soil stabiliser which now offers increased visibility for the operator. The cab is optional and can now be slid from side to side past the frame of the machine, allowing the operator to observe the working area. The front and rear of the machine have also been reworked to add to the visibility improvements.