Earthmoving & soil compaction

Fecon is looking to establish itself in the seismic and geothermal drilling markets after acquiring Dyno-Drill. The deal is said to combine an innovative drill solution with the manufacturing and distribution strengths of US-based Fecon, among the world leaders in mulchers used for seismic exploration and pipeline construction, and claimed pioneers of bioharvesting technology for the renewable energy market. The purchase of Dyno-Drill will enable Fecon to offer drills to an existing base of mulching contrac

Doosan Infracore attracted nearly 500 existing and prospective customers to this year’s Demo Days events held at Kozli Quarry near Pisek, in the Czech Republic. Attendees from 18 countries right across the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region had an opportunity to try out a wide selection of Doosan heavy machines and attachments in real working conditions. They included Stage IIIB compliant crawler and wheeled excavators, wheeled loaders, articulated dump trucks (ADTs) and heavy duty telescopic han

Established players face increasing competition in the market for bulldozers and graders - Mike Woof reports The world’s largest manufacturer of construction equipment, Caterpillar is a company with a strong position worldwide and this has all grown from its track type tractor range. Caterpillar has long dominated the bulldozer market, as well as being involved in the grader segment since the inter-war period. The firm’s history ties it directly to the development of the crawler track with Ben Holt’s track

Doosan Infracore Construction Equipment has launched its new Stage IIIB compliant DX380LC-3 large crawler excavator. In addition to offering what Doosan says is outstanding performance levels and exceptional fuel efficiency compared to other machines in the 34 to 42tonne market, the new DX380LC-3 excavator is said to offer improved visibility, comfort, controlability and ease of operation. A new joggle/shuttle control is said to be an exclusive feature on new generation Doosan excavators. The new DX380LC-3

A substantial investment in new Hitachi Construction Equipment machinery is said to have enhanced productivity for the largest aggregates quarry in Cyprus. The Skyra Lima Public Ltd site relies on Hitachi ZW wheeled loaders – supplied by Cypriot Hitachi dealer Unitrak Machinery Ltd – to cope with the tough conditions on the Mediterranean island. The 40-hectare quarry is situated beside the Stavrovouni Monastery – located on the mountain peak of the same name – near the villages of Kornos and Pyrga. It was i

Manufacturers continue to innovate with sophisticated new soil compaction machines - Mike Woof reports This year has seen the introduction of a series of new soil compaction machines, as manufacturers develop their product ranges. Meeting emission legislation requirements in Europe and North America has helped drive firms to install the latest engine designs. Meanwhile machines have also evolved as companies further refine operating features. The global market for compaction machines has been dominated by

Military-style planning and overwhelming demolition firepower ensured that Armac Group avoided financial penalties and the wrath of drivers on one of the UK’s busiest motorway intersections. Demolition & Dismantling reports. 6 January is traditionally known for the visit of the three wise men to Bethlehem. However, on 6 January 2012, three wise demolition engineers from Armac Group was tasked with dismantling the monumental structure known as Catthorpe Viaduct: the main overbridge of the M6/M1/A14 interc

The new Link-Belt 235 X3 Spin Ace Minimum Swing Radius Excavator is now available in North America in LC and bulldozer models. Replacing what LBX describes as the popular 225 Spin Ace minimum swing radius excavator, new features on the 235 X3 include an Interim Tier 4a Isuzu engine with claimed 17.5% better fuel efficiency and a ROPS-certified cab with new interior and 7-inch colour monitor. The new excavator is also said to have 15% more lift capacity than its predecessor, 7% faster cycle times and improve

Lime & Stone Production Company is said to have significantly improved production levels with its first excavator – a Hitachi EX1200-6 – at its flagship Modim Quarry, near Tel Aviv, Israel. The large excavator was delivered in January 2012 to what is the biggest quarry in the Middle East, where the annual capacity is estimated at six million tonnes. Describing themselves as the largest producer of aggregates in Israel, Lime & Stone is part of Readymix Industries (Israel) Ltd, said to be the nation’s leading

It was in the early 1980s when Luck Stone, a third generation American crushed stone, sand and gravel company, purchased its first Philippi-Hagenbuch Heavy Duty Autogate Tailgates. Nearly 30 years later the Richmond, Virginia-based firm claims its ongoing investment in Philippi-Hagenbuch (PHIL) Heavy Duty Autogate Tailgates has saved a fortune in equipment repairs and replacements.