Wed June 29, 2016
New Cedarapids CR662RM Tier 4 Final Roadmix MTV and Paver Advances Durability
The world's only machine designed as both a material transfer vehicle (MTV) and paver to significantly increase utilization rates, the rubber track Cedarapids CR662RM RoadMix from BOMAG features a new 260 hp (191 kW) Tier 4 Final Cummins diesel engine that delivers the power needed for high production applications....
Tue June 14, 2016
Roadtec Guardian Telematics Diagnoses Problems, Reports Production
The Roadtec Guardian telematics system for Roadtec e-series milling machines or cold planers and pavers is designed to diagnose service issues and provide production reports. Guardian telematics is designed to diagnose nearly any problem with the machine's operation and production....
Thu May 26, 2016
Terex Bid-Well 3600 Paver Features New Engine
The Terex Bid-Well 3600 automatic roller paver boasts new, more powerful fuel-injected gas engines that deliver reliable operation in the field. The 21-hp (15.6 kW) Kohler ECH650 engines powering the machine and paving carriage save up to 25 percent in fuel compared to similar-size carbureted engines and offer less downtime and maintenance over the life of the engine....
Thu May 26, 2016
Sakai Launches SW654-Series of Tier IV Final Tandem Vibratory Rollers
Attendees of World of Asphalt 2016 in March were the first to see Sakai's upgraded SW654-series vibratory tandem rollers. The upgraded rollers now feature a Kubota engine. Designed to meet the rigors of daily use in medium-sized to highway-class paving jobs, the Sakai SW654-series rollers are ideal for small to large tonnage jobs requiring oscillation....
Thu May 26, 2016
Sakai Rolls Out Tier IV Final Compactors
Asphalt paving of moderate-sized jobs right up to the curb is now easier than ever with Sakai America's EPA Tier IV Final update of its 300 and 502 series rollers. Sakai introduced its new tandem-drum SW354 and combination-type TW354 vibratory rollers at World of Asphalt 2016 March 22 through 24 in Nashville....
Thu May 26, 2016
Atlas Copco's F1000 Pavers Feature New Auger, Tunnel Systems
The F1000W wheeled and F1000T tracked pavers allow contractors to equip the units with either a center auger drive system or outboard auger drive system for optimal performance in a variety of applications....
Wed May 11, 2016
Sakai Upgrades Design
Upgrades by Sakai America Inc. to its static three-wheel R2H-4 roller do more than just meet the current EPA Tier IV emissions standards. Sakai engineers used the opportunity to make a proven design even better....
Wed May 11, 2016
Atlas Copco F1000 Pavers Feature New Auger, Tunnel Systems
The F1000W wheeled and F1000T tracked pavers allow contractors to equip the units with either a center auger drive system or outboard auger drive system for optimal performance in a variety of applications....
Mon April 25, 2016
Flexible Pavements of Ohio Hosts Its Annual Expo
Flexible Pavements of Ohio (FPO), an association dedicated to the development and advancement of quality asphalt pavement construction in the state, held its annual Ohio Asphalt Expo on March 30 to 31 at the Hilton Polaris in Columbus, Ohio....
Mon April 18, 2016
New Super-Strong Concrete Could Fix Nation's Bridge Problems
NPR is reporting that students at the University of Connecticut have begun testing a new "super" concrete - a mixture of chemicals and fiber that's two to three times stronger than traditional concrete....
