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CONTROLS Group has launched two brand new machines at Intermat: the UNIFRAMEplus 250kn universal testing machine and a Specimen Grinding Machine. The UNIFRAMEplus 250kn can be used on a variety of materials including bitumen, concrete, rock and steel, in either tension or compression. “This would be a good machine for companies making precast elements, for companies carrying out checking and quality control and for testing laboratories generally,” says CONTROLS France’s technical director Roberto Tonial.

CONTROLS Group has launched two brand new machines at Intermat: the UNIFRAMEplus 250kn universal testing machine and a Specimen Grinding Machine. The UNIFRAMEplus 250kn can be used on a variety of materials including bitumen, concrete, rock and steel, in either tension or compression. “This would be a good machine for companies making precast elements, for companies carrying out checking and quality control and for testing laboratories generally,” says CONTROLS France’s technical director Roberto Tonial.

Following the successful launch of a web shop for its US customers, Perkins is to extend the format to other countries - and the next in line is the UK. By visiting www.perkins.com/shop, visitors can purchase parts or repair kits online for next day delivery, rather than make a journey to their nearest dealer or distributor. For large or complex components or assemblies, users will still need to purchase through their nearest Perkins distributor. The webshop will also include a ‘live chat’ capability.

Komatsu launched its third-generation hybrid excavator at Intermat 2018 this week. The HB215LC-3 hybrid crawler excavator offers greater efficiency and productivity through a combination of technologies. “Today, ten years after the launch of the industry’s very first hybrid excavator, Komatsu demonstrates its ongoing commitment to the development of Hybrid technology,” says Koenraad Staels, product manager at Komatsu Europe. According to Komatsu, the excavator saves 20% in fuel consumption compared to pr

Yanmar Construction Equipment Europe's new SmartAssist Remote data management system monitors machines to make resource use and management more efficient. The system tracks the performance, fuel consumption and maintenance requirements of machines - as well as the location of vehicles - and will send alerts in case of unusual activity. SmartAssist Remote transmits detailed information in real time about the status of machines and their use, enabling users to keep an eye on the performance, energy

Innovative family-owned Belgian crushing and screening equipment manufacturer Keestrack has staged the world premiere of its R3e track-mounted impact crusher. The fully-hybrid version of the now four-year-old and proven diesel hydraulic R3 model, the R3e impact crusher is said to offer 20% more productivity than the R3. The easy to transport, compact model is also claimed to offer a near 30% reduction in fuel costs than the original R3 when run in diesel-electric drive mode, rising to around 70% if the mo

Kobelco Construction Machinery claims that its 21tonne hybrid excavator, the SK210H, is the world’s first lithium ion battery powered hybrid excavator. Compared to super capacitors, the Japanese maker has found that li-ion battery packs are able to retain their charge for longer, and can deliver a near-constant flow of power making engine fuel management much more efficient, while reducing spikes in operating performance. A large capacity, 200kg lithium-ion battery pack in the SK210H has the ability to d

Kobelco Construction Machinery is the latest machinery maker to join the growing number of firms looking at remote control excavator operation. Called the K-Dive concept, it is currently under development for use exclusively with the Japanese maker’s excavators.

Kobelco Construction Machinery is the latest machinery maker to join the growing number of firms looking at remote control excavator operation. Called the K-Dive concept, it is currently under development for use exclusively with the Japanese maker’s excavators.

Case CE is offering revamped graders that feature increased performance in the shape of its latest 836C and 856C models. Power comes from diesels supplied by sister firm FPT Industrial, which deliver high power and torque for low fuel consumption and feature proven and patented SCR after-treatment technology to deliver low emissions. As the engines have no Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF), this reduces complexity and helps to cuts running costs, while they meet the Tier 4 Final requirements.

Komatsu has unveiled the first prototype machine in a range of backhoe loaders with engines that meet EU Stage IV regulations. The WB93R is scheduled to go on sale in September with a second model due a few months later. “This new series represents a perfect match between performance and efficiency,” says Alex Visentin, product manager at Komatsu Europe. “Keeping the exceptional visibility and exclusive design for the work equipment of the previous models, our new backhoe loaders deliver high production

The latest addition to Thyssenkrupp’s range of drilling equipment is the excavator-mounted tk-DM30 drilling rig. The tk-DM30’s strong mast optimises performance in a wide range of ground conditions and is suitable for frequencies up to 130Hz. Importantly, the rig allows drilling at all angles from 0-90°, essentially from horizontal to vertical, including underneath the excavator. The rig is specially designed for vibro-drills, very large hammer drills and double-head drills. These achieve high penetration

Upgrades to Kobelco Construction Machinery’s Blade Runner, the ED160BR-5, have focussed on revised blade construction and improved track motors. The ED160BR-5 is based on the firm’s short-radius 14tonner, the SK140SRLC. It uses a six-way PAT blade (power, angle, tilt) and gives the 16tonne Blade Runner the pushing performance of a nine-tonne class dozer. The blade’s 3.26m working width is supplied with folding wings, reducing the overall width of the machine to 2.46m for transport. Power for the ED160BR-5