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Construction Equipment
Xylem’s new NC100S, CD100S ‘smart pumps’ can be operated remotely from anywhere
Xylem has increased the offerings of its Godwin S Series Dri-Prime dewatering pumps with the new NC100S and CD100S models. The 4-inch surface-mounted centrifugal pumps feature Xylem’s latest cloud-based Field Smart Technology, which enables remote operation and monitoring of the pumps from anywhere in the world, the company says. The technology comes standard on the […]
January 1, 2020
Construction Equipment
Brokk’s new Darda concrete crushers are faster, stronger
Brokk has introduced three new concrete crushers manufactured by its Darda subsidiary. The new CC440, CC480 and CC580 concrete crushers achieve a high power-to-weight ratio along with operator safety, Brokk says. They are equipped with a new pressure booster that enables them to work independently of the carrier machine’s pressure for increased speed and crushing forces, the […]
August 22, 2019
Construction Equipment
Terex Bid-Well unveils 3600RC Roller Paver with 86 feet of paving width
The Roller Paver is designed for paving bridge decks, as well as flatwork and roads and can be operated remotely. More information here on Equipment World!
May 29, 2019
Technology
New Stanley retrofit kit turns compact excavators into remote control diggers with Xbox-like controller
Hoping to give compact excavator operators more flexibility when facing challenging work conditions or environments, tool-maker Stanley has announced a retrofit kit for compact excavators that enables easy remote control operation. Developed by Stanley’s Infrastructure Team, the ROC, or Remote Operated Control, System can be installed on excavators under 10 tons in roughly five hours, […]
March 14, 2019
Construction Equipment
Stellar 6521 crane brings added capacity, articulation to light body
Stellar Industries’ new 6521 telescopic crane provides market leading boom articulation and heavy-duty lifting power to a light service truck, the company says. The 6,000-pound capacity 6521 fits on Stellar’s TMAX 30K steel and aluminum service bodies. The company says the combination makes for one of the lightest service truck packages in the weight range. The lighter […]
April 20, 2018
Construction Equipment
Manitou’s 3 new MRT all-terrain telehandlers work as tele, winch and platform
Manitou is bringing three new telehandlers to the North American market. The MRT 2470, MRT 3050 and MRT 1840 range from capacities of 8,800 to 15,400 pounds, with lift heights of 58 to 97 feet. Manitou calls the additions to the MRT Series “three-in-one machines,” serving as telehandler, winch and platform. They feature all-terrain capability, […]
February 15, 2018
Dealers
Brokk adds Taylor as training specialist for machine operation, maintenance
Richard Taylor has joined Brokk as its training and applications specialist. His duties include teaching operational and maintenance techniques to the sales team and customers. That entails conducting onsite training, organizing demonstrations and troubleshooting machines, in addition to performing application audits in customers’ and prospects’ facilities. Taylor came to Brokk after serving as the division […]
February 8, 2018
Construction Equipment
Thompson Pump RECON2000T allows remote pump control, monitoring from a smartphone
Thompson Pump’s new RECON2000T control panel allows users to remotely control and monitor a pump with a smartphone, computer or tablet. The device can eliminate the need for onsite monitoring. It collects engine and pump data, which can be accessed from a password-protected website. It also allows the user to vary pump speed. It has […]
December 11, 2017
Construction Equipment
Terex unveils A330, A650 augers, Optima aerial devices
Terex was out in full force at ICUEE 2017, launching redesigned A330 and A650 auger drills and its Optima Series of aerial devices. Auger drills The redesigned A330 and A650 come with hydrostatic drive transmissions, and they also can be operated by remote control, says company Director of Marketing Joe Caywood. The drills have several […]
October 16, 2017
Construction Equipment
Brokk 500 adds punch to demolition machine’s robotic arm
Brokk’s remote-controlled demolition robot, available in May, comes in at about the same size as its predecessor, the Brokk 400, while delivering 40 percent more breaking power. The company credits the Brokk 500’s SmartPower electrical system with adding more punch and length to the hydraulic arm when compared to the Brokk 400. The system adjusts […]
March 22, 2017
Construction Equipment
Minnich adds remote control to concrete doweling machine
By allowing the operator to stand at a distance from the work, the Minnich wireless remote control improves safety and performance when drilling concrete dowel holes. The operator can get away from the dust being generated and position himself for a better view of the work and out of the way of obstacles and hazards. […]
January 23, 2014
Technology
Remote control for Cat mining dozers
As part of the new MineStar mining operations and equipment management system, Caterpillar has launched an integrated remote control system for D10T and D11T crawler dozers. Command for dozing is the first globally-available product within the Command Capability Set of the new Cat MineStar, a system made up of five building blocks built on existing […]
May 19, 2011
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