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Trimble has developed its T10 Tablet, which the firm claims is a rugged and high-performance data processing platform for use onsite. The unit offers fast computing power and a large screen and is now available through the SITECH dealer channel for use in civil engineering and construction applications. Its key features include a military-grade ruggedness to cope with tough construction site conditions, a sunlight readable display for reading text, graphics and complex maps under field conditions and a

Topcon Positioning Group announces a new 3D machine control system designed to offer a faster, modular and easily upgradeable aftermarket solution for excavation — the X-53x. “It features fully integrated GR-i3 receivers for precise positioning of the boom, stick and bucket at all times, as well as the MC-X1 controller, which offers compatibility with all brands and models of excavators and provides a customisable machine control platform to address future project demands,” said Murray Lodge, senior vice

Siemens has unveiled a range of passively safe traffic signal poles that are performance-rated against BS EN 12767 They come in a wide variety of forms, finish and lengths from 2-6m, said Keith Manston, head of product management for Siemens. The poles are CE marked with a specification label confirming key features as required by BS EN 12899 including construction material, corrosion resistance and strength characteristics.

Rockmore International is adding its new ROK 550T drill to its T Series DTH hammer line. The T Series DTH hammers are TUBELESS and use drill bits featuring industry standard shank connections without the embedded plastic blow tube/foot valve. The firm’s first T Series DTH model was the ROK 600T, a 152mm class model that uses a tubeless QL6/QL60 bit shank. The company then expanded the T Series with the ROK 60T-360T hammers that use the IR 360 bit shank without the blow tube/foot valve. And Rockmore is now

Workers on a stretch of the Czech Republic’s D11 motorway have found a friend in the Terex TA300 28tonne articulated dump truck. Czech-based company ATM CZ has a two-year contract to extend the 90km D11 by 15.5km; no easy task, from earthwork to compaction and paving. The road connects the Czech capital Prague and the city of Hradec Králové. Once the project is complete, the motorway will continue to Smiřicemi. The motorway is part of European route E67 – the so-called Via Baltica – from Prague to the Fin

Kubota is launching its WG1903 gas engine specifically designed for use with liquefied petroleum gas, petrol, natural gas and dual fuel capability. The newly created 1.9litre, three cylinder model will be available from next year. Daniel Grant marketing manager for Kubota BU Engine Europe, said: “With so many OEMs looking at solutions that are Stage V compliant ahead of 2019, Kubota is answering a wide variety of client needs. The new WG1903 is just one of those solutions.”

A new package from Topcon Positioning Group can help with collaboration and sharing for 3D point cloud data. This web-based service is for integration with the MAGNET Collage desktop mass data processing software — MAGNET Collage Web. According to the firm, the MAGNET Collage Web allows users to access data through a web browser that integrates with the MAGNET Collage Office version. The package means that users can publish and share mass data maps in a user-friendly and intuitive 3D web-based environment

New products from the Turkish manufacturer Hidromek include the HMK 60 CR midi crawler excavator, HMK 145 LC SR crawler excavator and HMK 130 CS soil compactor. All use brown tones in the cabin for a spacious look and large windows enable wide angle of views. With Hidromek’s Opera - Operator Interface - system, all functions in the HMK 60 CR are at the operator’s fingertips, including a TFT information screen. Joystick control and console ergonomics are at the same level as heavier excavators. The HMK 60

New products from the Turkish manufacturer Hidromek include the HMK 60 CR midi crawler excavator, HMK 145 LC SR crawler excavator and HMK 130 CS soil compactor. All use brown tones in the cabin for a spacious look and large windows enable wide angle of views. With Hidromek’s Opera - Operator Interface - system, all functions in the HMK 60 CR are at the operator’s fingertips, including a TFT information screen. Joystick control and console ergonomics are at the same level as heavier excavators. The HMK 60

The novel HD+ 90i PH hybrid tandem roller from Hamm first seen in prototype form is now being offered as a production model. This follows extensive testing of the hydraulic hybrid package in onsite conditions in various countries. The drive system for this 9tonne compactor combines a conventional diesel with a hydraulic accumulator package. The diesel engine provides most of the power for driving the machine, with the hydraulic accumulator then supplying peak power requirements. The system offers

Deutz is broadening its range of low emission engine solutions, with new engines and fuel types. The company is also boosting its engine line-up. The new TTCD6.1 diesel is a 6.1litre unit and is the first engine from the firm to have met the Stage V emission requirements for Europe. Also new are the latest versions of the TCD3.6, TCD4.1, (T)TCD61 and (T)TCD7.8 engines, which also meet the stage V requirements. Deutz has also increased its offering moving up the power output range. Michael Ziegler from the

Controls and IPC Global are now offering new innovations in asphalt testing equipment and services. The innovative Galileo and Galileo Research units are fully electromechanical gyratory compactors. According to Controls, the units offer a major advance in gyratory compaction. The units are designed to offer testing accuracy, repeatability, safety and efficiency. Both models use closed-loop control and patented orbital motion to compact specimens with a level of stiffness and angle stability that exceed the

Versatility and high performance are claimed for the BW 124-5 single drum roller from Bomag. The machine competes in the 3-4tonne class and is said to offer high gradeability and off-road performance, as well as versatility for compaction due to its dual amplitude selection. New features include a revised operator platform with four-post ROPS and FOPS, as well as ergonomic controls for the optional dozer blades.The machine is also available as an option with the Bomag Economizer compaction system, which