Caterpillar 793F Mining Truck

October 16, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
Caterpillar 793F Mining Truck

The new 793F Cat Mining Truck, the fifth generation of the 793, builds on the proven, 20-year performance record of its predecessors with a powerful new engine, choice of power train options, choice of body systems and a completely redesigned operator station. These refinements take the 793F—now with 2, 650 horsepower (1976 kW) and a 250-ton (226.8-tonne) payload capacity—to higher standards of productivity, durability, operating ease, altitude... 

Dura-Dock™ Loading Dock Lifts By Southworth Products

August 28, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
Dura-Dock™ Loading Dock Lifts By Southworth Products

Dura-Dock™ Series loading-dock lifts from Southworth Products transfer loads quickly and safely from any truck bed to any dock height, and vice versa, without ramps or inclines. Available in 5, 000 lbs. and 6, 000 lbs. capacities, Dura-Dock lifts feature corrosion-resistant, galvanized base and legs as standard. For higher capacities (up to 20, 000 lbs.) galvanized construction is optional. All Southworth dock lifts work from grade level to a maximum... 

Wireless Request-to-Exit Plates from SECO-LARM

November 5, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

SECO-LARM is now shipping the SD-8202GT-PEQ and SD-8103GT-PEQ Wireless RF Request-to-Exit Plates. The ENFORCER Wireless RF Plates are the ideal solution for difficult access control installations. The plates allow egress from protected areas by easily connecting to an electric doorstrike or electromagnetic lock without wires. The SD-8202GT-PEQ is Single-Gang, and features a green 2″ square pushbutton. The SD-8103GT-PEQ is slimline and features... 

New BOMAG Asphalt Pavers Feature Low-Profile Engine Hood

October 1, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

The redesigned BF814 and BF815 pavers from BOMAG now feature a low-profile engine hood for improved operator visibility. Both the engine and hood have been lowered six inches to give the operator a better view of both sides of the machine. Built with UNIMAT 2 screed assemblies, the BF814 and BF815 offer 8- to 14-foot and 8- to 15-foot standard paving widths, respectively. The new pavers are able to handle a wide variety of applications – from... 

Sportarena Lora, Split, Croatia. Shoring and assembly platform for 180-tonne roof girder

August 7, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

The almost 80 metre long and 5.40 metre high truss girders made of steel form the basic construction for the roofing of the new multi-functional hall in the Croatian city of Split. Each of the main constructional elements – the up to three metre wide pairs of trusses – weighs a massive 180 tonnes. In order to be able to cost-effectively assemble the roof, consisting of eight such gigantic components, contractors Dinarik, in co-operation with... 

BOMAG’s New BPR35/60 Series Plate Compactors Offer Improved Performance and Productivity

July 19, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

BOMAG introduces two compact-size reversible plate compactors that offer contractors and rental customers faster working speeds and greater compaction forces and well as fully enclosed engine protection hoods. Ideal for work on granular, cohesive and mixed soils, the new BPR35/60 series includes two models: the BPR35/60 features a 5.4-horsepower Honda air-cooled gasoline engine, while the BPR35/60D offers a 4.16-horsepower Hatz air-cooled diesel... 

BOMAG Paver Offers Power and Capacity for Larger Commercial Paving Projects

July 16, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

The new BF6615 self-propelled asphalt paver from BOMAG offers the power and capacity that commercial paving contractors need for larger, high-production paving projects. Weighing in at 20, 500 pounds, the BF6615 features a 99-horsepower Cummins water-cooled diesel engine that is turbocharged for consistent power at all altitudes. The engine’s ECO-mode feature saves fuel and reduces noise by automatically lowering rpm’s during stops and... 

Pipe Electroplating System for Utility-Scale Solar Systems

July 15, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

A new, continuous process system that precisely electroplates specialty coatings onto solar thermal power piping to optimize heat absorption is being introduced by METFAB Technologies, Inc. of Warwick, Rhode Island. The METFAB Solar Pipe Electroplating System precisely applies a metallic coating from 10 to 100 micro-inches to the surface of utility-scale solar thermal power pipe and tube which enhances their ability to absorb heat. Developed for companies...