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Among the features of the new Dynapac CG3300 VI are its latest generation VI operating station, interface, electric system, and ECU software. Additionally, the Dynapac CG3300 VI will come with a new style for forks, beams, and frames.

After comprehensive testing and adjustments to a hot asphalt mix, similar results were achieved with the novel SEISMIC technology in asphalt compaction as those for soil compaction. Benefits include reduced vibration power and energy consumption by 20-30%, and a 7-9% fuel consumption reduction.  

Additionally, noise levels are lowered due to lower frequency and there was an overall reduction in the number of passes depending on the application. The generation VI CGs will also be available as combi versions with a split drum front and rubber wheels rear.

The new operator station for the CG3300 VI station offers full seat rotation, making it possible to turn the seat and steering module all the way around for visibility. The machine has an electric steering wheel and an instrument panel that is said to be easy to understand.

The patented Efficiency Eccentrics system optimises eccentric elements, providing further fuel and energy savings during operation. The included ECO-mode, with its best point system and serial start-up, helps ensure lower emissions.

The CG3300 VI has a length of 4.2m, with a 1,680mm drum width, 1,200mm offset, and an operating weight of 9tonnes. It comes with a static linear load of 26.8kg/cm. The CG3300 VI also comes with the Dyn@Link advanced system, which keeps track of parameters and operating processes.

Leoš Tymel from Ammann commented, “It’s designed for productivity and serviceability. The machine has been designed around the cab. We aim to provide the best working environment.”

Most of the controls are on the touchscreen, while there are intelligent controls on the joystick and the number of switches has been minimised to help make the machine simpler to operate. A key feature is the 900litre water tank, said to be the biggest in its class, although the machine is compact in size given its performance.

As standard the machine comes with dual amplitudes and multiple frequencies, allowing the machine to adapt performance for a range of surfaces. “For thin layer wearing courses, it helps to be on the safe side so as not to break the stone,” Tymel commented.

The machine has 1.5m-wide split drums, although a wide offset allows for a maximum compaction width of 2.72m. Other features include the ACE force compaction control system to optimise working and record job data as well as the Servicelink package, which helps ensure maximum uptime. The ACE force system also stores location, providing, “…a cost-efficient solution providing reporting for single machines,” according to Tymel.

Options for the machine include an edge cutter, chippings spreader and a combi version with tyres instead of a front drum.

The 2-tonne battery-electric machine features the same profile, external dimensions and offers comparable performance as the popular diesel powered E19 mini excavator, more than 10,000 units of which have been sold globally.  

According to Miroslav Konas, mini excavator product manager at Doosan Bobcat EMEA, with a width of just 98cm, the new E19e model is ideally suited for indoor applications where space is at a premium.  

“The E19e is a perfect fit for applications such as indoor and outdoor demolition, landscaping and infrastructure activities,” he says, “as well as other tasks that necessitate night-time work or low noise levels. The machine, therefore, fits the bill for rental companies and contractors alike.”

Featuring a 3.5-hour battery capacity, the E19e comes with a super-fast charger, which allows for opportunity charging during work breaks, thus maximising uptime on site.  

Doosan Bobcat CEO Scott Park says the launch of the E19e confirms Bobcat’s commitment to helping the industry meet its environmental, social and governance (ESG) targets: “The move toward a more sustainable construction industry is well underway with a clear roadmap ahead to deliver zero-emission equipment fit for the future.  

“Battery-electric products form a major part of this ambition, and we remain at the forefront of the global rollout.”

Doosan’s new XiteCloud is the first stage in commercialising Concept-X, an unmanned automated and integrated control solution for construction, quarrying and mining sites which was introduced by the South Korean company in 2019.

Doosan says the launch of the new-gen Xitecloud platform is part of the further expansion of its business portfolio into the field of construction site management, to complement its existing operations in manufacturing and sales of construction equipment.

With XiteCloud, a customer can manage multiple tasks such as surveys, terrain analysis, machine purchases, equipment operation and construction management on a single platform. Doosan says this reduces construction costs and saves time, while increasing work accuracy, which in turn raises productivity.  

XiteCloud is also claimed to allow customers to manage multiple projects on a single platform, accumulating and managing data that can be utilised for future decision making/business.

The platform introduces a range of new solutions that form part of the XiteCloud covering many aspects of construction management, including XiteCore, XiteFleet, XiteAnalyst, XiteSIM, XiteSafety, and XiteAuto.

XiteCore is a cloud-based open integrated dashboard system that connects all of the XiteCloud solutions, to provide the information needed to carry out a construction project and enable easy project management and control.  

Doosan says this system provides opportunities for collaboration/communication among project participants with an open platform that adopts an applied card-type interface that allows the user to set the dashboard flexibly according to the particular characteristics of the project (such as type, location, and size).  

It also incorporates real-time monitoring of weather, manpower, equipment, instruments, CCTV and other aspects, together with connection to the other solutions within XiteCloud such as XiteFleet and XiteAnalyst.

In addition to several contracts awarded in South Korea and elsewhere around the world, XiteCloud has gone through a technology verification process at multiple international construction, mining, and quarrying sites.

The novel battery-powered Ammann eAPX 68/95 prototype has an operating height of just 700mm coupled with the ability to move in all directions. Its versatility allows it to be used in tricky trench applications, including those with support systems and cross braces. It can also be used in open spaces.

The unit features four working shafts, in an X shape as well as a curved base plate, ensuring that the 620kg compactor offers high manoeuvrability.

A remote-control unit allows the operator to manoeuvre the eAPX 68/95 from a safe distance, even in narrow trenches and areas difficult to access. The control system ensures that the operator can steer the eAPX 68/95 accurately along straight lines or hard-to-reach spots.

Four battery-powered electric motors mean that the machine can work in applications off-limits to internal combustion engines, including indoors and enclosed spaces. The unit can run for around 80 minutes before needing recharging.  

The eAPX 68/95 utilises lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries to maximise safety. The batteries and their advanced management system are robust against high temperatures, overcharging, and mechanical damage. The drive requires little maintenance as it has no hydraulics, operating fluids, or gears. 

The package comes with a screen in the cab as well as a survey pole, allowing users to make simple site surveys and then load data directly into the machine. John Downey from the firm commented, “It’s aimed at use with small contractors or for utilities works.”

Productivity and quality can be improved using the system as operators can work closely to job specifications, allowing jobs to be completed more speedily and without a need to carry out reworking.

The system allows work data to be recorded accurately from jobs such as repairs to utilities, meeting the latest requirements for digital records of work carried out. Downey commented that digital workflows are mandatory in Japan for all construction works, for example.  

The system has been available for six months in Japan and he said that it is proving popular with smaller contracting firms due to the need for accurate digital recording of job data.  

The machine is a Tiger type equipped with an HDD platform with drums on the machine. To allow movement of the hydraulic and mud hoses in the different working radii, the drums are installed in series and are aligned with the cathead.  

The SC-135 Tiger is equipped with a 708kW Caterpillar C27 engine, and the machine features automatic and independent control of the radiator fans and optimised air flows. This should allow operations in extreme temperatures and severe work cycles, says Soilmec.  

Reliability is ensured by the double hydraulic system, with lines dedicated respectively to the excavation module and the base machine using high-pressure filters, dedicated to each return line.  

As with other Soilmec equipment, safety, ergonomics and accessibility were among the cornerstones in the design of the SC-135 Tiger. A system with eight cameras optimises safety around the machine.

Weighing in at more than 200tonnes, the SC-135 has been designed along modular lines. This means that a single load transport weight can be brought down to 45tonnes for ease of transport.

The SC-135 Tiger is also available with the new Soilmec SH-35 excavation module. With an operating weight of 30-38tonnes, the SH-35 is assembled on a frame that allows for a wide range of panel thicknesses, from 650-1500mm. It benefits from a new mud pump, hydraulic compensators with improved flow rate and new hydraulic fittings connecting the motors.

Based on Epiroc’s well-proven SmartROC T35 surface drill rig and drawing on the company’s experience in developing underground battery rigs, the SmartROC T35 E comes with a range of smart features, and is said to deliver high safety, reliability, and performance – in a quieter working environment.

"The fact that we are removing emissions from the drilling process is an important step towards a better environment,” says Hakan Aytekin, vice president marketing, Epiroc Surface division.

“This accomplishment shows that Epiroc has an important role to play in making our industry more sustainable.”  

The SmartROC T35 E rig is equipped with both a battery and an electric cable, which improves flexibility considerably. Personnel can choose to drill with the most suitable alternative for the location. It also allows for quick and smooth transportation within and between sites.

The surface drill rig is fitted with the same type of well-proven batteries and sub-components as in the Epiroc underground battery solutions. This streamlines spare parts handling and service for customers with several different operations.

"SmartROC T35 E is a result of a successful collaboration between Epiroc and our customers,” says Ulf Gyllander, global product manager, Epiroc Surface division. “They have provided us with valuable input, making sure we will deliver a rig with optimised performance and flexibility.”  

Epiroc’s battery-electric solutions are said by the company to be attracting strong interest from the market. The machines play a vital role in the firm’s ambitious sustainability goals for 2030, which include halving the CO₂ emissions in operations and from sold products.  

In 2021, the goals were validated by the Science Backed Targets initiative as being in line with keeping global warming at a maximum 1.5°C, consistent with the goal of the Paris Climate Agreement.

The Dungannon, Northern Ireland-based Terex brand, a major global supplier of mobile crushing, screening and conveying equipment to the quarrying, mining, construction and recycling sectors, has a strong relationship with German strategic partners, Kölsch and Christophel.

The Premiertrak 330 boasts a two-piece grizzly feeder which allows better material flow towards the chamber. User benefits include track mobility for a quick set-up time, and variable crusher speed that allows the operator to fine-tune the machine and maximise output.

The Powerscreen Chieftain 1700X is a mid-sized tracked mobile screen aimed at end-users requiring high volumes of finished products in applications including topsoil, coal, crushed stone, recycling, iron ore, sand and gravel.  

User benefits include a quick set-up time, drop-down tail conveyor and the patented four-bearing screenbox with the ability to switch to a two-bearing setup in less than three hours, making the Chieftain 1700X one of the most versatile units of its size on the market, according to the company.

Commenting on Powerscreen’s relationship with distributors Kölsch and Christophel, Joe Cassidy, Powerscreen International sales director, said, “Both companies have been representing the Powerscreen brand for many years and offer an extremely professional service to end-users of our equipment across the country. We are strongly committed to the German market and look forward to continued success and growth in the region.”

Jürgen Kölsch is a family-run business with more than 20 years industry experience. It offers tailormade solutions in new machines, rental and used equipment to meet the needs of its customers. The company prides itself on aftermarket support and has an extensive service and parts offering that spans southern Germany.

For almost four decades, C. Christophel has been another family-owned business that German customers have relied on. As one of the largest dealers in the industry, the Lübeck company offers mobile equipment solutions for mining and recycling applications.

It counts on innovative solutions to achieve optimum results - whether at the quarry face or in the sand and gravel pit. At the same time, considering the shortage and protection of raw materials, recycling of minerals and organics is of great importance to its business.

"We rely on comprehensive and honest advice to enable our customers leading their projects to success,” company CEO Rüdiger Christophel said. “Our experience has shown that honesty and quality is key to getting the best results.”

By moving the cab forwards, the operator has better vision when traveling on roads, as well as around construction sites. This also helps when positioning the vehicle’s stabilisers, especially in rough terrain.

Inside the cab, along with the latest Combi Touch Screen incorporating the Magni LLD – Load Live Diagram – the operator now has better knowledge of where the load is positioned. 

There is also more glass in the cab to make visibility a key feature of the RTH series. And entry to the cab is easier thanks to a new positioning of the steps.

The new RTH series, including the 6.26, are used for many applications being able to take various accessories such as forks, winches and platforms and being equipped with 360° rotation.

Ammann drives sustainability into fast-forward with a whole new range electric-powered machines at bauma 2022.

The Northern Ireland-headquartered global provider of sand and aggregate wet processing solutions for the natural processing and waste recycling sectors, is highlighting the role of its technology in supporting the circular economy and zero-waste agenda.

As the construction sector continues to adjust to the restricted availability and high cost of raw materials, CDE is demonstrating the potential benefits of processing construction, demolition and excavation (CD&E) waste.

On 26 and 27 October, senior CDE figures are being joined by several of the company’s European customers for a series of round-table discussions on the future of recycling. Before that, as part of the bauma exhibitor forum on 24 October, Eunan Kelly, CDE's head of business development for North West Europe, delivered a lecture on Creating valuable in-spec products from CD&E waste.

Speaking ahead of his lecture, Kelly said, "In the current economic and social climate, with materials costs rising, resources depleting, and regulations calling for the adoption of sustainable solutions, we should look to the technology of today to produce the sustainable construction materials of tomorrow; how CDE's waste recycling solutions…can support the industry to transform CD&E waste into certified, in-spec sand and aggregates."

Earlier this year, a package of European Green Deal proposals was presented with a view to making sustainable products the norm within the EU internal market. The revised Construction Products Regulation (CPR) emphasises the value of construction to the EU as a key employer and economic contributor.  

However, it also highlights the adverse impacts the sector has on the environment, as one generating some 30% of the EU's annual waste and contributing significantly to its domestic carbon footprint and emissions.

The construction industry is a major economic driver; in the EU alone, 25 million people are employed by five million companies, according to data from the revised CPR. So, when the Covid-19 crisis gripped economies and construction output fell to some of its lowest-ever levels, it was no surprise that robust recovery plans with a clear focus on investments in infrastructure were announced by nations around the world to stimulate renewed economic growth.

However, the cost of raw materials and their availability remains a deepening challenge for the sector.

Materials shortages and their rising costs are not entirely symptoms of the pandemic, but they have been exacerbated by it and have become more acute, CDE's business development manager for the DACH region, Christoph Baier, explains.

"Every day we continue to extract our fast-depleting natural resources to support rapid urbanisation and our modern, technological lifestyles. Essential to this is sand, the second most consumed natural resource after water and the most consumed solid material on earth."

In April, the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) published 10 recommendations to avert the impending sand crisis. It noted how the use of sand, gravel, crushed stone and aggregates has tripled in the last two decades, reaching an estimated 40-50 billion tonnes per year.

"This, in the context of projected increases in global populations and urban living," Baier continues, "demonstrates how demand will only rise, while resources will only deplete, unless we adopt long-term attitudinal, regulatory and technological change to ensure not only the sustainability of companies within the construction sector – and with it the livelihoods of those employed within it – but also the sustainability of the very planet.

"It's clear the consequences of a linear take, make and waste economy are catching up to us."

While Covid-19 economic recovery packages may help to stimulate growth, they must be conditional on building back greener and more sustainably, Baier adds.

"We can set out ambitious plans to build and grow, but we must ask ourselves how sustainable this is without a new approach to how we extract and manage the lifecycle of finite natural resources."

A circular approach is the only answer, Kelly agrees.

"It can be the means to equip us with the resources needed to supply a sector charged with a key role in the economic recovery while addressing our collective environmental footprint by reducing waste-to-landfill volumes and extending the lifespan of precious natural materials. All the while continuing to supply a resource-intense sector with the materials it requires; materials often trucked out of our urban centres, where they are needed most."

He says the technology needed to extract recycled sand and aggregate resources from CD&E waste that are equivalent to their virgin quarried counterparts is already in operation throughout Europe.

"Many businesses are already on this pathway," Kelly says, "and we will welcome many of them to join our upcoming round table discussions at bauma to share insights with the industry as we work to demonstrate that we can pursue commercial opportunities in a sustainable way."

CDE supports materials processors in realising the value locked in CD&E waste. Using innovative wet processing technologies that scrub material, float off lightweights (demolition debris) and classify end products, this waste stream can be repurposed to produce washed materials free of contaminants and suitable for use in high-value construction projects.

To date, CDE solutions have supported companies around the world to divert more than 100 million tonnes from landfill.

"These are far from 'alternative' materials," Kelly explains. "Many material processors utilising CDE technology are successfully producing CE- and BSI-certified concrete products, including competitive concrete for non-structural – but still high value – construction projects, with some applications successfully achieving beyond C45 spec."

Launched last year, the EARTHMAX SR 468 is BKT’s largest tyre to date. Designed for rigid dump trucks (RDTs), its 40.00 R 57 tyres are 3.5 metres high, 1.13 metres wide, and they weight 3.8tonnes.  

The EARTHMAX SR 46 tyres, sized 27.00 R 49 and 33.00 R 51, are also designed for RDTs. The 33.00 R 51 sized version is equivalent to a diameter of over three metres (3,061mm), a width of 905mm and a weight of 2.4 tonnes, while the 27.00 R 49 has a diameter of 2,688mm and a width of 746mm.

Suitable for operations on rocky and harsh terrains, both these tyres are particularly resistant to impacts and punctures thanks to their all-steel structure that provides resistance to the casing.

In addition, the E-4 tread depth offers extreme resistance in severe conditions. Finally, the tyres’ specially designed tread pattern and the tread compound have been developed to reduce the heat generation during extreme applications.

The tyre duo is part of EARTHMAX, the BKT range designed for a better weight distribution on the ground for dumpers, wheeled loaders, dozers, graders, and some multi-purpose vehicles. Today, the EARTHMAX range includes 40 different tyres for the earthmoving, construction, quarrying, and mining sectors and are available in many sizes and different compounds.

BKT says it is working on many fronts in the off-the-road (OTR) tyre sector, with a particular focus on new compounds that are highly cut-and-chip resistant as well as on ultra-heat-resistant compounds that are able of carrying heavy loads maintaining at the same time an excellent TKPH (the average ratio between the transported weight by the equipment and the speed in km/h).

Construction machines usually operate with heavy payloads and are exposed to a variety of harsh ground conditions, such as rock, gravel, or rubble. The LD-Master L5 Traction is specifically designed for loaders operating on abrasive surfaces and in face working jobs where high productivity and assured vehicle uptime are of most importance.  

The reinforced 3* carcass is said to satisfy the highest load carrying capacity requirements, even under extensive production cycles. The L5 traction tread pattern protects the carcass and ensures smooth and safe operation on the construction site.  

The solid tread block design always provides secure traction. The extra deep tread and sidewall protection are also said by Continental to make the tyre more robust and ensure long-term productivity.

To minimise idle time and ensure serviceability even under harsh conditions, the special tires fitted to construction machinery should be controlled as precisely as possible.  

The LD-Master L5 Traction is fitted with an integrated tyre sensor, making monitoring possible in real time. The sensor monitors temperature and tyre pressure, said to assure the most efficient operation mode for a long tyre life.

In addition to the LD-Master L5 Traction, Continental is presenting its EM-Master E3/L3 as 65-series for construction/surface applications and a sneak preview for a new solid skid-steer tyre.

Engine specialist from the firm, Nicholas Pfeiffer commented: “The 14 and 18 are the next generation of engines from us. They’ve been developed with a focus on serviceability and have the latest diagnostics.”  

According to Pfeiffer, the diagnostics ensure that the engines offer predictive maintenance capabilities, catching potential faults before they develop and making significant reductions in maintenance costs while also preventing unplanned downtime.  

He said: “We have our telematics gateway and if you opt in, the dealer is able to call you even before you know there’s an issue.”

Meanwhile, the wiring harnesses are all external to the engines making them easier to maintain and also less vulnerable to damage. Customers are also able to select different fuel and oil filter locations to best suit the installation.  

Pfeiffer also notes that the simplification of the after-treatment package for the JD18X engine offers significant benefits with fewer sensors required and a further reduction in maintenance costs. These engines are suitable for biofuels and, Pfeiffer added, “We are working on HVO.”

Matthias Ruppel, CEO of Goldhofer, commented: “It’s a revolutionary tyre that gives us the advantage of a smaller diameter and a higher load.”

Loading height is reduced by up to 75mm, which is a significant reduction. This can make the difference between a piece of heavy equipment being transported on a trailer being able to pass under a low headroom bridge or tunnel … or having to be diverted and causing delays in equipment arriving on time.

 There are different CARGOPLUS tyres in the range. The 60 model can carry a 10tonne load and a speed rating of 80km/h, while the 80 model offers a 12tonne axled load and a speed rating of 80km/h.

The new tyres help boost performance for the latest load carrying units from the firm also such as the TRAILSTAR trailer. The design has been optimised to ensure stability, while maintenance needs have been reduced.  

According to Ruppel: “By using the new CARGOPLUS tyres we can reach a loading height of just 720mm.”

Meanwhile, the STEPSTAR semi-trailer uses proven technology but now features forced steering for greater versatility as well as a remote control system for safe loading and unloading.  

Also benefiting from improved performance due to the new CARGOPLUS tyres are the latest ARCUS, SELF TRACKING and FT SERIES models from Goldhofer.

Moog’s Intelligent electric system includes an electric traction motor, lift, tilt and steering electric cylinders, power electronics, a system control computer, battery, and battery management system.  

The integrated control system connects and coordinates the actions across the machine, while the all-electric actuators and motors drive the machine’s traction and loading system, offering high efficiency and controllability.  

“To achieve our CO2 emission reduction targets from products in use of 50% by 2030 from 2010 levels, to achieve carbon neutrality by the end of 2050, we are looking for promising technologies from suppliers to accelerate our electric machine development,” said Seiichi Fuchita, chief technology officer (CTO) and president of the Development Division at Komatsu.  

“The machine built together with Moog combines the strengths of both companies and was finalised within a short period of time and we expect the joint testing will show the advantages of a full electric machine.”  

The companies are testing the electric loader jointly to prove that it can achieve a new level of efficiency, operating time, and comfort. The companies will show that the operating cycle is extended, and, with innovative assist functions, provides a comfortable environment for the operator.  

The prototype’s intelligent machine electrification system is designed to be connected and automation-ready. The system has the sensing and control capabilities needed for automation while the integrated software framework comes with built-in tools to coordinate multiple axes of motion and precisely control torque, velocity, position, and force.