Mon March 23, 2009
Sakai’s SW990 Brings Powerful Performance to Paving Projects
Sakai America’s new SW990 double drum, high-frequency vibratory asphalt roller brings powerful performance to asphalt paving projects with its 4,000 vpm, Deutz engine and dual drum drive system. The SW990 offers a drum width of 84 in....
Wed April 15, 2009
Bomag Introduces 12-Ton Single-Drum Vibratory Rollers
Featuring high output and maneuverability, Bomag’s BW211-40 single-drum vibratory rollers series consists of two models: the BW211D-40 smooth drum roller and the BW211PD-40 padfoot roller. The 12-ton (11 t) class rollers are powered by a four-cylinder water-cooled Deutz diesel engine that meets EPA Tier III requirements....
Fri April 10, 2009
Logistics Vital on Daunting Holland Tunnel Repaving Project
Time and traffic had taken a toll on the Holland Tunnel, the four-lane I-78 thoroughfare connecting New York and New Jersey. Portions of the tunnel’s asphalt surface had settled and become crowned, leading to poor drainage and potential traffic hazards....
Fri April 10, 2009
HYPAC Tandem Drum Rollers Feature Intuitive Controls, Improved Ergonomics
The C766D and C778D tandem drum rollers from HYPAC feature a redesigned operator’s cockpit that provides added comfort and control, resulting in improved efficiency and productivity. With a sliding/swivel seat, the rollers’ cockpit allows the operator to quickly adjust positions without switching seats while providing a clear view of the roller drum edges....
Angela B. Hurni - Fri April 10, 2009
Weaver-Bailey Keeping Busy in Arkansas
The Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department (AHTD) is keeping El Paso, Ark.-based Weaver-Bailey Contractors Inc. active on two projects through May 2011. AHTD awarded Weaver-Bailey two contracts for road work: one is building the Grady Bypass in the town of Grady, and the other is phase one work on the I-630/I-430 Interchange in Little Rock....
Fri February 27, 2009
Bobcat Adds Roller Suspension System Option to Two Compact Track Loaders
The roller suspension system is now available on the Bobcat T180 and T190 compact track loaders. By utilizing all steel components, the roller suspension system increases operator comfort without sacrificing durability, according to the manufacturer....
Fri February 27, 2009
Case Upgrades DV Series Rollers; Now Powered by Tier III Engines
Case Construction Equipment has upgraded its DV Series tandem-drum vibratory rollers to more powerful Tier III engines that deliver from 31 to 48 hp (23 to 36 kW), up from 27 to 38 hp (20 to 27.6 kW). The DV Series Rollers feature ease of operation, serviceability and tandem-drum compaction performance for application in asphalt or granular materials, according to the manufacturer....
Fri February 20, 2009
Bobcat Adds Roller Suspension System Option to T180, T190
The roller suspension system is now available on the Bobcat T180 and T190 compact track loaders. By utilizing all steel components, the roller suspension system increases operator comfort without sacrificing durability, according to the manufacturer....
Fri March 20, 2009
HD PLUS Asphalt Rollers Join Hamm Lineup
The new HD+ Series of tandem asphalt rollers from Hamm Compaction Division of Wirtgen America Inc. was introduced to North America at the World of Asphalt 2009 Show & Conference in Orlando in March. The HD+ 120 and HD+ 140 rollers — the first of the HD+ line — are articulated tandem rollers, with respective operating weights of 13.2 and 15.4 tons (12 and 14 t), and respective drum widths of 78 and 84 in....
Wed March 18, 2009
Laser Guided System Takes Concrete Floors to the Next Level
Allen Engineering has introduced a new system for producing level concrete floors (as measured by FL Numbers) when using hand held floater screeds. The Screed Rail: a Laser Guided Form System can be used with any make of floater screed for quick and easy wet screeding of large elevated pours where high FL (levelness) numbers are demanded....
