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Equipment
2010 Innovations Awards: AggreScreed, Komatsu PC200LC-8, Deere E/H controls
One-pass gravel How one contractor converted a simple idea into an attachment that creates stakeless road beds By Marcia Gruver Myron Mullett’s gut told him there had to be an easier way. As owner of Mullett Excavating, Westcliffe, Colorado, he had received a multiyear military contract to lay gravel on 90 miles of road in […]
March 3, 2010
In the full 24-foot position, the AggreScreed can look a bit oversized. “One contractor told me it looks like a little kid trying on his father’s shoes,” says Mullett.
Maintenance
Owning and Operating Costs
Single drum vibratory compactors Stay on top of the maintenance and you can get a decade of low-cost operation out of these workhorses By Tom Jackson   Of all the machines in the construction arsenal, none are more straightforward than the single drum vibratory compactor. Since its mission is simple, to compact soil and gravel […]
March 3, 2010
Over 10 years you’ll pay more in fuel costs than the purchase price of the machine, so pay attention to operating technique and idling time.
Safety
Light Equipment Product Guide
Their equipment category may be “light” but these machines take on a variety of heavy-duty assignments. Be sure to check out our digital edition for even more products.   Compaction   Smooth Compaction Dynapac’s LF forward compaction plates incorporate a specially designed bottom plate and a water distribution system for smooth compaction. The LF75 and […]
March 2, 2010
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Safety
Marketplace
Introductions By Marcia Gruver     Coring additions The DD 350 and DD 500 coring systems from Hilti come with water-cooled, high-frequency motors, rated at 3,600 watts in the DD 350 and 5,500 watts in the DD 500. This 1,000-hertz, high-frequency brushless technology reduces weight and cuts maintenance costs. Equipped with 10-speed electronic gearing, […]
March 1, 2010
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Safety
Product Focus
Trenchers & Directional Drills By Amy Materson   DIG DEEP Dig trenches in tight spaces with Ditch Witch’s RT80, an 83-gross-horsepower hydrostatic trencher that offers a compact footprint. • Has a top speed of 9.9 mph to save time getting to and from jobsites • Offers four combinations of torque and speed for adaptability • […]
March 1, 2010
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Business
Final Take
Got snow? Hit the slopes By Amy Materson   If you’re inundated by more snow than you know what to do with, perhaps you can draw inspiration from the mountain bike course – built entirely from snow – in just 10 days. Typically, mountain bike events are held on dirt courses. White Style, held in […]
March 1, 2010
snow
Safety
Marketplace
By Marcia Gruver   UPFRONT COMFORT Front-mounted snowblowers are now available for Bobcat’s CT120 and CT235 compact tractor models. Bobcat says front-mounted units are more comfortable for operators, eliminating the need to constantly turn around when working with a three-point snowblower. Tractors must have a mid-point PTO, loader joystick and control value to operate the […]
February 24, 2010
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Safety
2010 Road Building Supplement
Sponsored Information Section Paver, roller help asphalt company in tight urban location   Brand-new, high-tech paving equipment is helping South Carolina’s King Asphalt pave in tight urban quarters. In October, using an HD+ 120 VV HF high frequency roller from Hamm Compaction Division, and a Vision 5200-2 10-foot tracked paver from Vögele America, King Asphalt […]
February 24, 2010
King Asphalt uses Hamm HD+ 120 VV HF roller in conjunction with Vision 5200-2 paver for urban work in Greenville, South Carolina.
Construction Equipment
Product Focus
Tracks and Tires By Amy Materson   BOOST TRACTION Minimize vibration and ensure a softer ride with Bobcat’s Multi-Bar Lug replacement track for compact track loaders. • Cut and crack resistant compounds extend the life of the tracks • Hard rubber outside layer offers cut resistance and traction; softer inner layer maintains flexibility • Tracks […]
February 24, 2010
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Business
Machine Matters
Commercial class pavers Smaller and lighter than their big brothers in the highway business, pavers less than 25,000 pounds are more sophisticated than ever. By Tom Jackson   Asphalt paving contractors who specialize in parking lots, paths and driveways don’t measure success by the ton; they measure it by time – as in how fast […]
February 24, 2010
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Construction Equipment
Inspection Checkpoint: How to inspect a used excavator
Pay particular attention to two key areas:  undercarriages and hydraulics. By Marcia Gruver Thoroughly inspecting a used excavator takes between one and two hours, so go into it with clear objectives. Know exactly how you plan to use the machine – including application and whether it will be a primary or backup machine – and […]
February 24, 2010
Make sure your machine operator knows your signals and what you want. Howard Abell (at right) teamed up with Flagler’s used equipment manger, Dennis McDavid, to perform this inspection.
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