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Signals emitted by the GET sensors are transmitted via antennas and processed by an electronic control unit. A tablet in the machine cabin displays the GET’s live status and alerts the operator in the event of a detachment by visual and acoustic warnings.

The system is the product of a five-year development programme and MTG says that it will help reduce damage to crushers and minimise downtime, delivering major cost savings for operators. Because the system is simple, there is no need for additional training to use it.

Being able to stop the excavator quickly when a tool detaches addresses the risk from these hard components ending up in the crusher, which would otherwise cause extensive and costly damage as well as halting processing operations.

MTG says that the system is available for use on excavators weighing 250tonnes or more in Australia, Europe or the US, but will be available in more markets in due course.

Markets Served
Ammann has manufacturing facilities in Switzerland, the Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, China, India and Brazil. The company’s plants and machines are distributed around the world and provide both productivity and sustainability.

Target Customers
Ammann supplies products to customers who work in virtually all facets of the roadbuilding industry, as well as users of light equipment – including rental houses.

eMission
A new, environmentally friendly solution – eMission – is integrated into key new Ammann products. eMission starts with reduced emissions – and incorporates efficiency, productivity and lower maintenance demands that make jobsites greener and business owners more profitable. Visit: www.ammann.com/sustainability

Connectivity

Ammann is using increased connectivity to help customers address challenges and improve profitability.

ServiceLink is a digital telematic data management tool that provides customers with the information they want the most: machine location, battery status and operating hours. Data transfer is automatic and access to the information is only a click away. The tool can be added to machines produced by Ammann or other manufacturers.

The Ammann Documentation System (ADS) records data that is measured by Ammann’s proprietary ACEforce or ACEpro Intelligent Compaction systems. The data can be analysed to improve efficiency and quality control – and to save passes of the machine, the ultimate productivity gainer.

The as1 Argon View is a new user interface for the as1 Control System for asphalt- and concrete-mixing plants. It provides constant visual updates about production status. It is intuitive, making it easy for operators to leverage all the plant’s value. It helps operators stay focused and to easily track the production process.

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The previous top-of-the-range model from the firm was the PL 1500 model, with a 1.5m-wide drum. However, the new PL 2000 features a 2m-wide drum, making the largest planer attachment currently on the market for use with compact loaders.

The unit is said to be highly durable and is able to cope with tough operating conditions. The quality of the milling drum is said to be high due to the use of robotic welding during manufacture, which ensures a rugged and durable tooth holder offering both longevity and performance.

The PL 2000 can be mounted on new generation skid steer loaders and compact tracked loaders featuring high hydraulic power. Features include independent depth adjustment of the slides on the right and left sides, to ensure flat surfaces with side-by-side passes, as well as a hydraulic side shift that allows milling flush to the walls or sidewalks. In addition, a floating transverse tilt allows the operator to keep the planer aligned to the road surface even when the base machine is not parallel to the ground. The units have the proven Simex self-levelling system, which ensures a constant milling depth regardless of the conditions of the road surface. Also fitted are the firm’s dust suppression system with integrated and increased water tank as well as Simex’s own Performer device, which helps to keep the correct speed of advance.

The move towards electric power is evident in the German company’s range, with the electric 817 E materials handler able to work for six hours unplugged.

“In the recycling industry, we have companies undertaking two shifts/day, so you need to recharge,” said Sennebogen’s director of marketing, Michael Ibarth. “The concept is that, while you recharge, you can still operate. The only limitation is that you can’t drive around; you’re more or less stationary in one spot. But in the industry, that’s often very possible, for example on a shredder or separation processing line.”

Making its debut is the 300tonne 855 G material handler: “We’ve never brought anything like this in size before. As far as we know, there’s never been anything similar,” Ibarth said.

The 855 G follows on from last year’s introduction of the 835G Hybrid material handler, which the company describes as the start of the new G series generation of machines. The 835 G features a 188-kilowatt Stage V diesel engine and what Sennebogen’s Green Hybrid energy recovery system. As a result, the machine gains additional working speed and even increases handling performance with lower consumption. This means a reduction of around 30% in fuel costs, according to Sennebogen.

In recent years, many construction equipment manufacturers have presented electrical products to limit CO2 emissions. However, these only provide a partial answer, said Mecalac, notably because they are limited to small machines, such as 1.5tonne mini-excavators. The need for medium-sized machines on urban construction sites has not yet been met.

Additionally, the small vehicles have limited autonomy – mostly between 1.5 to 4 hours –  and so do not allow a full day of work before needing to recharge.

As a result, Mecalac has launched a zero-emission ecosystem for urban worksites that it says is the first range of medium-sized electric products.

The company’s new products includes the 11tonne e12 excavator, the 1000-litre es1000 swing loader and the six-ton ed6 site dumper. With these, all earthmoving operations (digging, loading, and transporting) can now be carried out with emission-free machines on a larger scale then previously.

The main reason explaining the absence of medium- sized electric machines on the market is the optimization power management to ensure sufficient autonomy. To overcome this challenge, Mecalac said it has made a technological breakthrough on the hydraulic distribution system, as well as on the energy management of auxiliary systems such as heating and air conditioning, to drastically reduce energy consumption.

Details of the new models are being disclosed as the show opens, but Manitowoc says that other Potain models featuring on the stand include the MDT 489 topless crane and the Igo T 99 self-erecting crane, both making their trade show debuts.

The MDT 489 is aimed at construction and infrastructure projects, especially the installation of large, prefabricated components. It comes in two versions, with 20tonne and 25tonne maximum capacity. Both can work with up to 80m of jib.

The Potain Igo T 99, meanwhile, is a telescopic self-erecting crane that offers a six tonne maximum capacity, 48m reach, and 38.5m height under hook.

Thibaut Le Besnerais, vice-president for brand and product management, tower cranes said, “There is so much focus on infrastructure right now that we want to show how Potain offers solutions for all applications. One of our key goals is to highlight how the right combination of cranes and customer support can help drive the sector forward.”