A roundup of the latest heavy machinery to hit the market.
Double deck pallet truck
A new ‘double deck’ pallet truck can pick up two Euro pallets at the same time, thus combining the characteristics of a low and high-platform truck in the same stacker. Due to a flexible design, the Jungheinrich EJD 220 can be deployed for virtually any task: from loading and unloading lorries and transporting pallets to stacking goods up to a height of 2.5m
www.jungheinrich.com
Cat backhoe loader
The Peoria-based maker has added a seventh model to its E-Series backhoe loader line, in response to customer demand from developing markets. The new 434E Mechanical actually resembles an older machine, as traditional hyro-pnuematic levers take the place of the modern ‘pilot control’ joysticks of the rest of the line-up. However, the rest of the specification of the four-wheel drive machine is every bit as modern as the rest of the range.
www.zahid.com
Cat Asphalt Paver
Another new product from Cat this month, as the firm gears up the the Bauma Munich show in April. The new AP555E Asphalt Paver boasts a more compact and lightweight design when compared to older models, yet will be capable of working at a maximum paving width of 8.0 meters. The firm says that the AP555E performs well on motorways and streets as well as in urban applications.
www.zahid.com
Raccoon Poker drive
A new concrete vibrator which features rubber protection against shocks has been launched.
The Dynapac Raccoon flex shaft concrete vibrator is a complete high frequency vibration system eminently suited for daily operation on small and medium sites on applications such as walls, floors and pre-cast fabrication. The drive unit features rubber protection against shocks and an ergonomic, polycarbonate fibre-clad case fitted with a built-in handle, further ensuring its robustness.
Other protection features include an overload protection function in the on switch shutting off the drive unit if it should work under high overload for a certain continuous period. It also features an automatic cut-off carbon brush that automatically stops the drive unit automatically when completely worn out, safeguarding the electric motor.
www.dynapac.com
JCB mini excavator
Staffordshire firm JCB has introduced a new, tougher mini-excavator, following requests from contractors.
To prevent damage on site, the lower door window of the new 8018 has been replaced by a steel panel and the rear counterweight has additional rubber protective strips. The working lights, mounted on the cab roof and on the boom, are also equipped with protective guards to prevent damage. The Utility pack will include two fold-down supports for the dozer blade.
Additionally, the little machine can be specified with reflective paint, for high-visibility on highway maintenance jobs.
www.jcb.co.uk
