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EXCAVATORS ON SLOPES Equipment selection and operator skill influence slope work success. Pg 16
PRODUCTS 22 Excavators 24 Attachment Guide Earthmoving..................24 Demolition....................26 Road Building................32 Site Prep/Clearing..........34 Material Handling...........36 Couplers.........................37
42 World of Concrete Preview
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54 Compaction Equipment
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FEATURES STATE OF THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY 2017 pg 12 Leading construction economists reflect on 2016 and share their outlooks for 2017 and beyond.
SPEED UP THE PAYMENT PROCESS WITH INCREASED COMMUNICATION pg 38 Promoting visibility and increasing communication between parties on a project can help deliver prompter payment.
DEPARTMENTS
20 Technology Trends
CONEXPO-CON/AGG to Feature Fully Functional 3D Printed Excavator
52 Compaction Equipment 58 Running the Business
Sensitivity Required When Setting Expectations
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B R E AKI N G G R O U N D By Becky Schultz
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CONSTRUCTION ECONOMISTS’ expectations for 2017 are shaping up to be a mixed bag. (See the “State of the Construction Industry 2017” special report on page 12.) As such, it’s important to set yourself up for success no matter what scenario your business encounters in the New Year. Here are some steps to get you started:
THE COSTS OF DOING BUSINESS 1. UNDERSTAND This may seem like a no-brainer but you’d be surprised how many business owners/managers have limited knowledge of what it actually takes to run their operation. It’s crucial to have a clear picture of what the different segments of your business (equipment, staff, etc.) actually cost and why. If you haven’t done so already, sit down with
LIKE HAVING EYES IN THE BACK OF YOUR HEAD
an experienced construction accountant/ financial manager to go over annual operating expenses, then identify and formulate a strategy to address any excess costs that may be eating into your profits.
E VALUATE YOUR EQUIPMENT 2. ACQUISITION STRATEGY Many industry analysts see the growth in rental as the “new normal” for equipment acquisition. Certainly, rental makes financial sense in a range of circumstances. But with interest rates still low and rental rates on the rise, it’s important to crunch the numbers to ensure the benefits of rental still outweigh the costs of ownership for the various equipment used on your sites. Where possible, take advantage of telematics systems to get accurate utilization data. Telematics can also help you identify inefficiencies in logistics management that can result in unnecessary rentals on a project.
GET EDUCATED ON THE LATEST TECHNOLOGY 3. Speaking of telematics, most manufac-
turers offer systems as standard on certain size classes of machines. The data generated can be invaluable, but only if you can interpret what it means. Work with the manufacturer, dealer or third-party telematics supplier to obtain training on how to analyze the data generated. Where available, take advantage of programs that automatically sort and collate the data into practical “dashboards” for easy reference. As for other technology, it’s important to look past the “wow factor” to identify the specific benefits to your operation. Educate yourself to ensure you understand all of the costs, any potential obstacles and the training level required.
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THE RISKS BEFORE YOU BID 4. ItCALCULATE can be tempting to bid every project
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TRAINING AND EDUCATION 5. AsPROMOTE competition for skilled workers gets
more intense, labor costs will move upward. Consequently, you may actually save money by investing more in worker retention efforts. Training and education should be a key part of this. By helping workers obtain new skills, they become more valuable to your operation, you save the costs of new hires and your current workers gain a chance to move into higher paying roles. It’s a win-win in which both parties have an opportunity to walk away with more profit in their pockets. ET
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280 Demolition Robot The 6,945-lb. Brokk 280 has a 20-ft. reach and generates as much as 25% more breaking performance (impact power and blow frequency) over the 260 model. It also boasts a 60% increase in cooling system capacity. Its SmartPower electrical system with intelligent motor control uses smart dynamic effect control to monitor temperatures of the electric and hydraulic systems. It also tracks the electrical motor’s power usage and adjusts the machine to use more power in cold environments and less in hot environments. The new design adds hardened parts and details, including LED headlight protection, reinforced machine corners and a new steel gray color coating in strategic areas for greater resistance to dirt and scratches.
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L234 Skid Steer The 8,900-lb. L234 has a 3,400-lb. rated operating capacity at 50% tipping load and a 9,323-lb. bucket breakout force. Super Boom technology delivers maximum reach at full height. A heavy-duty composite “hockey puck” boom stop prevents steel-on-steel contact and wear and can be changed for different carrying heights. The 90-hp FPT F5B Tier 4 Final engine incorporates selective catalytic reduction technology. The unit comes with 24-gpm standard auxiliary hydraulics or 38-gpm Hi-Flow with 3,450 psi. An improved cab has ergonomically placed controls and electronics and the IntelliPanel mounted on the “A” post for easy reference to critical machine information during operation.
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M2-Series Loaders The M2-Series encompasses 24 models of 400, 500, 600, 700 and 800 frame size skid-steer, compact track and all-wheel steer loaders, all featuring Bobcat diesel engines with a non-DPF design. The S850 skid steers come standard with 100-hp engines, a 9% increase from the prior iteration. The 600 and 700 frame size models now include a low-effort hydrostatic pump that reduces drive lever effort by as much as 25%. All units offer an enhanced automatic ride control option that can be turned on or off from inside the cab. A reversing cooling fan option allows operators to easily blow dust and small debris from the radiator and rear screens. Cab improvements include new front and rear cab isolators, door seals and side screen dampers.
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RT-75 Compact Track Loader
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Intel Falcon 8+ System UAS The V-shaped, 8-rotor, Intel Falcon 8+ System UAS (unmanned aerial system) provides imagery with millimeter accuracy detail, and structural analysis important to infrastructure assessments. It delivers stability in harsh conditions, easily exchangeable and deeply integrated payloads and high-precision GNSS. Features include triple redundant AscTec Trinity autopilot and full electronic system redundancy. The water-resistant Intel Cockpit ground control is built for operators to easily plan and execute complex missions with the integration of the complete single-hand flight control joystick. The control also includes an Intel-based tablet and supports low latency digital video links, allowing for up to 1080p resolution.
The large-frame, radial lift RT-75 has a 2,650-lb. rated operating capacity and a tipping load of 7,571 lbs. Its Cummins 2.8-liter, turbocharged, Tier 4 Final diesel engine produces 75 hp and 221 ft.-lbs. of torque. It uses a diesel oxidation catalyst that requires no regeneration or diesel exhaust fluid. The auxiliary hydraulic system produces 35.7-gpm high flow and 3,300 psi. Posi-Track dual-level suspension includes suspended wheels and axles, fully flexible track, multiple wheel contact points and triple-guide lugs for peak performance on steep slopes. The open rail and drive sprocket undercarriage design increases sprocket and bogie life and enables easier, faster cleaning. A heavy-duty customization package (RT-75 Heavy-Duty) includes additional guarding, a hydraulically driven, auto-reversing cooling fan and optional full rear brush guard.
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3365 Pioneer Jaw Crusher
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The 3365 Pioneer Jaw Crusher has a shaft and bearing assembly that increases serviceability and reduces maintenance and rebuild cost. The fully integrated electric motor mount, V-belt drive and guarding provide an easy to install, compact package. The crusher has a 1.5-in. stroke and provides a capacity up to 761 to 969 tph in hard rock and recycle applications. It has automatic adjust for both the wedge-style and tramp iron release systems. Large, dynamically balanced flywheels reduce peak horsepower requirements. Replaceable manganese jaw die retention bars and a barrel protector plate guard the pitman and crusher base from damage.
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930B Industrial Wheeled Tractor The 930B industrial wheeled tractor offers a heavy-duty design, enhanced operator visibility and versatile attachment capability. It includes a 320-hp Cummins QSL9 Tier 4 Final diesel engine with selective catalytic reduction aftertreatment, as well as a load-sensing hydraulic system that automatically adjusts attachment performance according to the load. The high-flow hydraulic pump delivers added horsepower to the mulching head or other attachments. The 45° articulation joint is designed to withstand extreme stress and tough terrain. Other features include a high-capacity anti-clog radiator with auto reversing fan and a 127-gal. fuel tank for longer operating intervals.
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Electric Power Buggy The Electric Buggy (EPB7216) can be used in tight spaces to transport materials such as concrete, soil and debris using a polyethylene or steel bucket. It can carry 16 cu. ft. up to 2,500 lbs. per load. A forward speed of 5.6 mph drives loads up a 10.5% (6°) grade. Power is provided by a 17-hp brushless DC high-torque electric motor with an onboard charger that requires a 110V AC, 20A circuit. Six 12V deep cycle batteries provide a full-charge run time of up to 5 hours continuous use. The unit also features a heavy-duty welded chassis, fully enclosed engine compartment, hydraulically controlled brake assist, variable hand controls for forward, reverse and dump and operator-friendly manual foot and parking brake.
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S P E CI AL R EP O R T By Rod Dickens
Leading construction economists reflect on 2016 and share their outlooks for 2017 and beyond.
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he year 2016 will be remembered for many things. But for those in construction, it will likely be recalled for its mix of opportunities and challenges, as the market gained momentum in the first half only to falter in the second half in the face of labor shortages, the slow-growth general economy and an increasingly tumultuous presidential election cycle. At the close of the year, Equipment Today asked leading construction economists to share their views on the progress made and what the industry may encounter in the months ahead. Following is their outlook for general construction. Next issue, we’ll look specifically at what lies ahead for the transportation construction sector.
is being hurt by declines in enrollments and in state revenues in many places. Healthcare construction will probably grow, but not dramatically. Multifamily construction put in place again grew faster than single-family in 2016. But starts for multifamily have declined recently. There is no longer an overhang of permits, and apartment rents have ticked down in some previously fast-rising metro areas. These indicators all point to a downturn in multifamily construction spending once current projects finish up. That could occur in late 2017 and is very likely by 2018. Singlefamily spending growth has been inconsistent but should accelerate slightly in 2017.
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
ed to see gathering strength for single-family construction and a slowing of growth for multifamily development in 2016. For the most part, this has proved true. Multifamily development has slowed as that market seeks a balance between supply and demand. Multifamily starts for 2015 likely represented a cycle high. We expect multifamily starts for 2017 to be just over 380,000. Single-family construction continues to recover. We expect single-family starts to be up 8% for 2016, and more gains in 2017 and 2018 as additional labor and lots are added to the industry’s production pipeline. NAHB is forecasting single-family starts to total a little more than 870,000 in 2017.
Did building construction in both the commercial market and single- and multifamily homes continue to gain momentum in 2016 as expected? What is your estimate of starts for 2017? Ken Simonson, chief economist, Associated General Contractors of America (AGC): Office construc-
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tion, which started to take off in 2015, grew even faster in 2016. Based on the huge projects that have been announced for numerous cities, 2017 will be another strong year for office work. Most of that is happening in center cities and entails mixed-use projects, unlike the stand-alone, low-rise, suburban office parks that predominated before the recession. Data centers, warehouses and hotels have been hot segments for several years. That continued in 2016. For 2017, the data center niche appears to remain strong although, ironically, there is no data on data centers as a separate category. Warehouse work is likely to post slower growth, and hotel work could turn negative in 2017 or early in 2018. Retail construction, aside from the ground floor of mixed-use buildings, is headed for another weak year. Among institutional categories, school construction is benefiting from passage of more school district bond issues. But growth is likely to be modest. Meanwhile, state university and community college construction
Robert Dietz, chief economist, National Association of Home Builders (NAHB): NAHB expect-
Anirban Basu, chief economist, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC):
Low interest rates are a distinctive characteristic in much of the world, causing investors to go on a global hunt for yield on investment. This has helped to push global capital into riskier investments like stocks and real estate. Moreover, America’s relatively better economic performance than much of the advanced world, including Japan and much of Europe, as well as the trials and tribulations of emerging economies like China, Brazil, Russia, South Africa and Turkey, has resulted in a disproportionate share of global capital heading to America. This has helped to push up asset prices, generating
Builders should expect higher labor costs and materials prices in 2017, particularly if increased infrastructure funding moves forward in Congress.
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While multifamily construction is likely to see a downturn, several other forms of building construction are expected to grow modestly or remain flat in 2017. positive wealth effects and leading to rising levels of investment, including in apartment, office and hotel construction. Investment of these types may flatten in 2017. Commercial real estate lending standards have begun to tighten due to a combination of growing concerns among regulators and bankers regarding excessive valuations and construction. Expected increases in interest rates also serve to suppress the construction forecast. Jeannine Cataldi, IHS: In 2016, the residential market has been largely driven by spending on construction of multifamily units, as single-family construction took a step back. Drivers of growth in the multifamily market continue to be related to pent-up demand from the recession, as well as a new generation of households that seems to be wary of actual home buying and content to rent. Single-family construction faltered as labor and financing constraints held back activity. Looking ahead, construction spending in 2017 will moderate in the multifamily segment as supply begins to align with demand. Single-family construction is expected to remain weak as pent-up demand is releasing slowly into the market. Housing starts are expected to grow at a stronger pace in 2017 than in 2016. In the commercial segment, growth has been relatively strong in 2016. Growth for 2016 will be stronger than that seen in 2015 as both the office and lodging components have remained
robust through the first nine months of the year. The outlook for 2017 calls for spending on commercial construction to continue but at a more moderate pace. There is some impact to business from the strong dollar and moderate global growth expectations. The strongest growth is expected in the office segment, which is being driven by employment, income and consumer confidence gains that benefit from improving economic conditions. Warehouse construction will also be healthy in 2017 as the increasing share of e-commerce retail sales creates a greater need for distribution centers.
EMPLOYMENT
contractors are listing open positions for longer, and spending more on training and overtime. These measures all suggest that companies are finding workers but not ones with the level of construction experience they would prefer. That story is likely to continue in 2017. Contractors are trying many ways of coping with this. They are getting involved with high schools, community colleges and workforce development agencies to get out the word that the industry is hiring and has wellpaying, long-term employment opportunities. They are turning somewhat more to labor-saving equipment, methods such as BIM and tools such as drones, 3D printers and robots. In some cases, prefabrication allows substitution of factory for field workers. But there’s no one size fits all solution. NAHB: Lack of labor is the No. 1 factor holding back residential construction in a period of tight inventory. Over the last year, according to estimates from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and NAHB analysis, the job openings rate (unfilled jobs) has averaged just under 2.5% — the highest rate since before the recession. The workforce is aging, and a declining U.S. labor force participation rate means adding jobs to the sector will continue to be a challenge. These trends will continue in the years ahead. The industry must work collectively to recruit the next generation of construction workers. This will require a team effort between local building
“Companies are finding workers but not ones with the level of construction experience they would prefer. That story is likely to continue in 2017.” — Ken Simonson, Associated General Contractors of America (AGC)
Please discuss the labor shortage in the construction industry. Do you see this trend continuing in 2017? What can the industry do to help alleviate future labor challenges? AGC: AGC of America surveys members each summer about workforce issues. Of the 1,459 respondents to the 2016 survey, two-thirds said they were having trouble filling at least one craft position, and half were having trouble finding supervisors or project managers. These fractions were actually down a bit from 2015 but still indicate a major, ongoing challenge for many contractors. Bureau of Labor Statistics data show that construction industry employment is rising at about double the growth rate for the overall economy, but
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associations, worker training groups like the Home Builders Institute, national trade groups like NAHB and businesses large and small. It will involve partnering with high schools, trade schools and community colleges to communicate the demand for workers and the potential for career growth. ABC: While many express significant skepticism regarding the interpretation of unemployment rate measures, the fact of the matter is that most construction firms report intense difficulty securing electricians, heating/ cooling professionals, welders and carpenters among others. The construction worker unemployment rate stood at 5.2% as of September 2016. That’s a far cry from the 13.3% unemployment rate that prevailed precisely five years earlier. Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ (BLS) Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey indicate that construction job openings stand at a 10-year high. The Christian Science Monitor indicated in a recent article that demand
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“Promised infrastructureled stimulus and tax cuts could create additional price pressures as worker compensation rises further and consumer spending helps bid up the price of goods and services.” — Anirban Basu, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) for construction workers is so strong in Portland, ME, that the Southern Maine Community College has had to suspend its construction technology program because too many students were leaving the program to accept employment offers. Over the course of the past year, average hourly earnings for construction workers rose above $28/hour. This is a natural reflection of an increasingly scarce supply of human capital. The lack of skilled construction workers will remain the No. 1 industry challenge in 2017. A stimulus package would further exacerbate the issues and help drive construction worker compensation even higher.
ABC: Construction input prices remained unchanged in October 2016 and were just 0.5% above where they were a year ago. Despite the modest increase in the aggregate input price level, October figures represented the largest year-over-year price increase since November 2014. Generally, construction input prices, particularly natural gas and crude petroleum, have headed lower since the summer of 2014. However, that pattern of falling prices no longer holds. Crude petroleum prices were up 10.5% on a year-over-year basis in October, while natural gas prices were up 12.2%. These data are part of a larger inflation story, with inflationary pressures largely tempered by the decline in fuel prices during the past two years. Circumstances are shifting. Healthcare costs are spiking, wage pressures are building and fuel prices are no longer falling rapidly. Inflation has become more apparent in other categories, including housing.
nonferrous wire and cable — begin to rise more rapidly during the coming months while fuel price increases remain stable. Broader inflation in the U.S. has become more likely, an expectation that has been reflected in the form of higher interest rates since the election. However, a still sputtering global economy will help put a lid on construction input price inflation, suggesting that contractors should not be deeply concerned by prospects for rapid input price increases — at least not yet. Deni Koehhemsi, IHS: Demand in the U.S., especially from housing construction, helped lift up lumber prices in 2016. Absence of a U.S.-Canada softwood lumber agreement as well as rising construction activity will keep prices elevated, especially during the first half of 2017. Cement, ready-mix and construction aggregates also recorded higher inflation levels in 2016, not only driven by demand but also by companies’ push to recap-
OVERALL ECONOMIC OUTLOOK What level of economic growth do you see for 2017? What are some of the key drivers that will impact this growth either positively or negatively? AGC: After more than seven years of economic growth, some folks worry that the U.S. economy is “overdue” for contraction. But economic expansions don’t die of old age. The economy should keep growing in 2017, albeit unevenly by segment, region and quarter. Similarly, construction will increase overall, with notable contributions from office, power and single-family construction. But public construction will be sluggish, and multifamily, manufacturing and hotel construction are at risk of turning negative. NAHB: NAHB continues to expect modest growth for the economy in the years ahead. The long-term average for GDP growth over the last five decades was 3.4%. For 2017, we expect a
RAW MATERIAL COSTS What impact did U.S. and global construction demand have on the cost of raw materials (e.g., asphalt, cement, steel and lumber) in 2016? Do you see prices going up or staying about the same for 2017? AGC: Sluggish global growth
and a strong dollar have held down materials costs for several years. But those conditions are slowly reversing. Materials costs will probably rise modestly. NAHB: OSB prices have increased over the course of 2016, and this is an area worth watching in 2017. Demand for construction should continue, placing additional upward pressure on building material prices. Concrete and gypsum prices have also posted gains over the last few years. Builders should be aware of possible price increases in 2017, particularly if infrastructure projects are debated or approved in Congress after the election.
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The outlook for 2017 calls for continued growth in both residential and commercial building construction but at a more moderate rate. Promised infrastructure-led stimulus and tax cuts could create additional price pressures as worker compensation rises further and consumer spending helps bid up the price of goods and services more rapidly. At the same time, fewer restrictions on oil and natural gas production may limit fuel price increases. The result is a complicated picture in which the price of certain inputs — such as iron, steel, copper, plumbing fixtures and
ture some of the margins lost during the recession. Prices for these commodities are forecast to rise in 2017, but not to the levels we’ve recorded in 2016. Steel prices are at a turning point and are starting to rise once again. They will continue to rise over the first quarter of next year. Finally, asphalt prices fell in 2016, in line with a large drop in energy prices. With rising oil prices, there will be an upward pressure on asphalt prices in 2017.
growth rate of 2.3%. Growth in single-family construction activity should lift housing’s share of GDP in the year ahead. A low unemployment rate and a declining labor force participation rate emphasize the importance of improving labor productivity so that the gains in the employment market can also lead to growth in business income and GDP. Improving household formation should help sustain demand
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for multifamily rental housing and continue to grow for-sale demand of single-family housing. Nonetheless, this recovery/growth cycle is aging and business planners should be aware that this is currently the fourth longest expansion period since the Civil War. Imbalances increase over time, so while most economists are currently not forecasting a recession in the years ahead, the probability of one is rising. That said, areas of the economy that are currently operating below historic norms, such as single-family construction, offer upside growth potential, particularly given favorable demographics. ABC: Given expectations for tax cuts and promises of additional federal spending in infrastructure and defense categories, the economic outlook for 2017 has firmed. The economy still remains vulnerable to adjustments in asset prices as interest rates head higher. For several years, the U.S. economy has benefitted from large positive wealth effects generated by equity and real estate markets. What can rise can fall, and declining asset prices represent one of the leading threats to the U.S. outlook in 2017. The U.S. economy should manage to expand around 2% next year. To the extent that stimulus spending occurs and begins sooner than expected, that outlook could improve.
Inventory investment and net exports, which boosted overall growth in the third quarter, are likely to restrain growth in late 2016 and early 2017. The U.S. expansion will become more balanced as 2016 ends, with consumer spending, residential construction, business fixed investment and government spending all contributing to economic growth. ET
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EXCAVATORS ON SLOPES Equipment selection and operator skill influence slope work success.
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hen properly equipped and run by skilled operators, excavators are excellent tools to complete work on slopes. But this type of work does require attention to detail not required when working on flat ground. “An excavator is capable of climbing some pretty steep slopes,” says Matt Hendry, product specialist, Hitachi and John Deere excavators. “When working on slopes, it takes a lot of extra care.” First, you need to carefully assess the jobsite and the work to be performed. “There is no way to foresee all the things that can go wrong while working in and around a slope,” says George Lumpkins, national service manager, Kobelco Construction Machinery USA. “The operator must assess the situation carefully on a case-by-case basis, and is responsible for the safety of himself or herself, the machine, surrounding equipment and the surrounding people.” There are too many scenarios to cover in a single article, but the following provides a few tips. Depending on the severity of
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the slope, traction will be a concern. Even with tracks, there is only so much traction available. “Ground-to-track shoe traction is the limiting factor for safe operation,” says Lumpkins. “If you cannot dig parallel to the tracks, pointed downhill, and not slide the machine toward the bucket, the slope and ground condition are too steep for safe untethered operation.” Orientation of the tracks is critical for safe operation. “If you are working on a slope, you want to be sure the tracks are pointed up and down,” advises Hendry. “Getting sideways on a steep slope can get real interesting in a hurry. If you are working uphill, you want the idlers forward. If you are working downhill, you want the idlers pointed down slope. The drive motors are heavier, so you want more weight behind you. The idlers are designed to take the digging forces of the machine and spread it through the frame via the through axles connected at both points. The drive motors are connected to one side of the frame. So the load factor, on a
J.W.W. Excavating, Park City, UT, performs a variety of work, including serving as the emergency contact for the Park City Municipal Corporation and the sewer district. Living in a mountain town and ski resort area comes with steep, rocky terrain. regular basis, [should be] over the idlers.”
ASSUME THE CORRECT POSITION Similarly, when you are moving the excavator, always make sure the tracks are pointed downhill and use the weight of the attachment to your advantage. “Going uphill, keeping the attachment out and forward will better balance the machine and aid traction and stability,” says Lumpkins. “Keep the attachment low to the ground. Never travel up or down a slope with the attachment folded in and up. Dangerous loss of rearward stability will result and a rear rollover is very possible. As you crest the slope, slowly raise the bucket and boom to clear the ground as the machine comes over the top, but no more or you will tip the machine backwards.” Boom and attachment position can help mitigate stability issues when descending a slope.
“Going downhill, roll the arm perpendicular to the boom or slightly out, level the bucket, keep the bucket just off the ground, but not dragging, and point the attachment downhill. This will aid quick reaction to control the machine if it begins to slide,” says Lumpkins. “Never back down a slope as you need the attachment in front in case the machine slides.” Negotiating drop-offs requires operator expertise. “If the slope begins with a sharp edge, the boom and bucket may be lowered over the side to control the machine and prevent a quick tip over the edge,” says Lumpkins. “The attachment can then slowly lower the machine to the slope.” When traveling uphill, boom and arm position can also help. “If it is steep enough, my preferred method of doing that is to stretch out the arm and keep the boom down low to the slope,” says Hendry. “Stretch
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the bucket and boom out and get the weight of the bucket and weight of the boom well forward of the machine, then walk your way up. Sometimes you have to put the bucket teeth in the ground and use the arm to help pull you up. That is a good place to be ready to get your teeth sunk in the ground if it starts to slide. You can utilize the bucket and the teeth to stop you from moving and actually help pull you up the slope.” Pulling the machine up the slope with the boom and arm requires coordination. “While it is possible to use the attachment to pull the machine up a slope, if the tracks are slipping due to a loss of traction, be aware that when you... move the attachment back out for another pull, the machine could slide backwards,” Lumpkins points out. “It helps, but is no guarantee, if you stop the travel function before lifting the bucket. This gives the tracks a better grip than they have moving and sliding on the slippery ground.” Don’t try to power up the slope with the travel motors while repositioning the boom and arm. “When you re-position, actually stop your forward motion and then gently re-position,” advises Hendry. “You are apt to slide a little bit, especially if you have triple bar grousers. It takes a really skilled operator and you just have to be cautious. It is not someplace you want to send a new guy. It takes coordination and thinking your way through it. You are using your feet to travel with, to run the travel motors, and you are using your hands.” Keep the machine steady as you traverse a slope. “Do not swing the machine while traveling on a slope or loss of traction for one track could result,” says Lumpkins. If you have to dig a trench while on a slope, be aware of the boom and arm position. “When you go to swing, you want to have the boom and arm in fairly close to the machine,” says Hendry. “When you come out
of the hole, you want to bring the mast in toward the machine so the swing torque will allow the machine to swing. If you are stretched all of the way out, the momentum to swing is pretty significant. So bring the boom and arm in and pull the mast toward the swing bearing. That will assist the machine in swinging.” Caution needs to be taken
gently so the swing brake can do its job. If it is a big enough bucket and heavy enough material, and you are too far out on the arm, the momentum and that weight will overcome the swing brake.” Operators really need to develop a feel for the controls when digging on a slope. “When you are on a hill, adjust how
If you can’t dig parallel to the tracks, pointed downhill, without the machine sliding toward the bucket, the slope and ground condition are too steep for safe untethered operation.
when swinging downhill. “When you are swinging downhill, you want to be very gentle on the swing motor. When you come off that motor with a full bucket, the swing brake is going to work; but if you have too much momentum, it is going to want to try and go all the way back round,” Hendry explains. “It is going to continue swinging downhill against that swing brake. Don’t get too far out with the bucket; pull it in. Swing
much effort you are putting into the controls,” says Hendry. “When you get off level, an operator can get into trouble very quickly if he doesn’t understand how to do it or hasn’t done it. An unskilled or new operator can get into trouble in a hurry.” As you transition to working on slopes, the importance of simple safety devices, such as the seat belt, are amplified. “Modern excavators are equipped with ROPS operator’s cabs,” says
OBSERVE PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS There are physical limitations on the slope due to the typical engine configuration. “Generally, an excavator should not be operated beyond a 70% slope due to engine lubrication requirements,” says Lumpkins. “Some deep oil pans might allow engine lubrication at greater angles, but you are needlessly risking not only the engine lubrication issue, but traction to the ground.” This situation is not unique to any particular manufacturer. “Pretty much every engine in the industry is limited to a 30° or 70% slope for lubrication of the engine,” says Hendry. “If you look at the spec sheets of pretty much everybody’s excavator across the board, the engine is limited to that gradation. “Make sure you are not exceeding that for long periods of time,” he advises. “If you have a short duration where you climb a 1:1 slope, that is typically not bad. But if you are on that steep of a slope too long, you have to take precautions to protect the engine. You can take them on much more severe slopes if you equip the excavator properly. That would be done through the dealer and, in our case, the Deere Technical Assistance Group would provide their recommendations.” A key limitation is the depth of the sump. “You only have so much depth in the sump, so there is only so much oil. When you are
When you are on a hill, it’s important to adjust how much effort you are putting into the controls. If you get off level, you can get into trouble very quickly if you don’t understand how to adjust to the situation.
TAKE PRECAUTIONS IN MOUNTAIN REGIONS If you are working along a mountain road and the job requires installing a pipe or ditch to the outside (downhill) of that road, don’t be tempted to operate on fill. “Do not use a wheel loader to bring in fill to extend the road out on the downhill side and allow one track to sit on the fill while the excavator digs,” George Lumpkins, Kobelco, emphasizes. “Yes, the excavator can carefully crawl one track to the fill area and dig alongside the road. However, the whole time the excavator is digging, the tracks are rocking, slowly compressing and loosening the fill zone beside the road. When the excavator cuts back to bring the outside track back onto the haul road, there is an extremely high probability that the fill will collapse and the excavator will go over the side of the slope sideways.”
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Lumpkins. “These are of limited use if the operator does not use the seat belt. Seat belts on a slope also aid in machine control, as the operator does not have to fight the angle and gravity to sit in the operator’s seat.”
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on the severe slopes, it is hard for the engine to pump that oil to the very top of the motor,” explains Hendry. “This results in starvation to the top of the engine.” Be aware that continually operating on steep slopes can reduce engine life expectancy.
Most engines in the industry are limited to a 30° or 70% slope for lubrication of the engine. Make sure you are not exceeding this for long periods of time.
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With traction being a primary limitation, every effort should be taken to maximize the traction available. “If the customer is generally working on a slope, then single grouser pads should be strongly considered for traction and safety,” says Lumpkins. Single bar grousers result in much better traction on the slope. “The single bar grouser is like a dozer track,” says Hendry. It penetrates for traction and will help hold the excavator on the slope. “Triple bar grousers are good for flat and reasonable slopes. But as you get into the 1:1 and sometimes steeper [slopes], they will slide when you start trying to work.” Pipeline contractors who work on steep slopes often “yo-yo” the excavator. “Once they get into that 1:1 category, that is typically where they are trying to yo-yo the machine if they are going to be doing it for any length of time. They will connect the excavator to a cable dozer or two and suspend it below,” says Hendry. This requires some safety modifications to do it properly. “They install a five-point harness for the operator. Sometimes they put pedals or a pad up on the posts of the cab so the operator can put his feet up there to hold himself in the seat. But that is a very severe application.” It also requires a safe place to attach cables to the excavator. “A lower framemounted tow hook or loop would be useful to help secure the machine to a dozer or similar machine while working on a slope,” says Lumpkins. “Do not sling around the lower structures. Too many sharp edges can damage structures.” Factor in the strength of the rope supporting the excavator, as well as the security of the mounting position (anchor point) on the other end of the wire rope, such as to the front-mounted winch of a dozer with a blade buried in the ground or rear winch with the tracks buried in the ground. “Do not tie to a tree,” cautions Lumpkins. “The power of modern equipment is almost hard to comprehend and tying to a tree of unknown structure is not safe.” Make use of any options, such as dozer blades. “If the excavator is equipped with a front-mounted dozer, use it,” says Lumpkins. “Use it pointed downhill and pushed into the ground for grip against slipping. Do not raise and operate the machine up on the dozer structures. This is hard on the dozer linkage and reduces the traction of the track shoes.” ET
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G G A / N O C O P X CONE l a n o i t c n u F y l l u F e r u t a e F to Show attendees will also see a second excavator printing live on the show floor.
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ONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE 2017 are teaming up to unveil the world’s first fully functional 3D printed excavator and the first large-scale use of steel in 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing. The excavator will be on display at the joint trade shows, which will take place March 7 to 11, in Las Vegas. In addition to the preprinted excavator, show attendees will see a second excavator printing live on the show floor. “We know our members look forward to seeing the industry’s most innovative technologies at CONEXPO-CON/
AGG and IFPE each show year and 2017 will not disappoint. We’re thrilled to bring such a significant technological and first-of-its-kind achievement like the 3D printed excavator to the show,” says John Rozum, IFPE show director. “It will be a platform to demonstrate how the latest innovations and applied technologies are changing the future of the construction industry.” The project is a collaboration between the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), National Fluid Power Association (NFPA), Center for Compact and Efficient Fluid Power (CCEFP), Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and National Science Foundation (NSF). It is supported by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy – Advanced Manufacturing Office. “The project idea came about during a tour of ORNL in 2014, when members of the CCEFP saw a 3D-printed car,” says Eric Lanke, CEO of NFPA. “Discussions ensued about what could make a similar splash for the fluid power and mobile
equipment industry. Like many brainstorming sessions, one thing led to another and it was decided that a working excavator was a natural fit.” The Additive Manufactured Excavator, known affectionately as Project AME, is being 3D printed using various machines at the ORNL’s Manufacturing Demonstration Facility (MDF). The MDF’s machines are being used to create and assemble three components: the cab, boom and
heat exchanger. The ORNL is developing all processes required to 3D print these components. For example, the boom will be fabricated using a free-form additive manufacturing technique newly developed to print large-scale metal components.
INDUSTRY AND ACADEMIA “AME” FOR COLLABORATION Project collaborators are working with research teams from Georgia Tech (GT), the University of Minnesota (UMN)
Project AME made a giant leap forward with the recent printing of a prototype cab that leveraged largescale additive manufacturing technologies and further explores the feasibility of printing with metal alloys.
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A student engineering team from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign won a design competition and was on hand at the MDF to watch their cab design take shape on the big area additive manufacturing machine using carbon fiber-reinforced ABS plastic.
and the University of Illinois - UrbanaChampaign (UIUC) to convert a current excavator design to one that is conducive to and takes full advantage of 3D manufacturing. “Technology and innovation will drive change for the future of the construction industry, and we’re excited that students are playing a vital role in bringing the newly designed machine to life,” says Lanke. A GT research team is designing the additively manufactured steel boom, stick and bucket (featuring integrated hydraulics) with the goal of decreasing the weight, materials cost and maintenance. A UMN research team is designing the aluminum-powder bed, 3D printed hydraulic oil reservoir/heat exchanger and cooling system to reduce
the size and weight and increase machine efficiency. The AEM, NFPA, CCEFP, ORNL and NSF also invited undergraduate engineering students from across the country to participate in a nationwide contest to design and print a futuristic cab and humanmachine interface for the excavator that is both aesthetically pleasing and functionally designed. A student engineering team from UIUC won the design competition and was on hand at the MDF to watch their cab design take shape on the big area additive manufacturing machine using carbon fiber-reinforced acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) plastic. “The reaction of the UIUC team was like watching kids on Christmas morning,” says Rozum. “They worked hundreds of hours on this project and it was incredible to see them finally get to watch the printing process and see their design in full size.” Project AME will be on display at IFPE and CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017 as part of the new Tech Experience, a 75,000+ sq.-ft. immersive, futureforward showcase of the evolution in materials, machines, systems and software. To learn more, visit www.ifpe.com or www.conexpoconagg.com. ET
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Liebherr R 920 Compact Crawler Excavator The R 920 Compact has a 19- to 21-tonne operating weight and a tailswing of only 6.07 ft., making it suited for use on restricted jobsites. • 136-hp Tier 4 Final-compliant engine uses a selective catalytic reduction system with urea injection and oxidation catalyst • Undercarriage features a reliable, robust and easy to maintain travel mechanism • Standard ROPS-certified cab structure, central lubrication system, rear view camera and ergonomic, spacious cab with air suspension seat, automatic AC and high-resolution 7-in. color touch screen • Available with four undercarriage combinations, an optional bulldozer blade and rubber track pads
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Kubota KX040-4 Compact Excavator The 4-ton KX040-4 features a 42.4-grosshp Tier 4-certified engine, a dumping height of 12 ft. 9.5 in. and a digging depth of 11 ft. 2.6 in. • “Eco Plus” system provides up to 20% less fuel consumption • Deluxe interior with a spacious airconditioned cab, wide entrance, fully flat floor, deluxe suspension seat and easy access up-front control panel • Auto downshift travel motor shifts automatically to improve productivity • Features an automatic regeneration system, a float function and bolt-on cutting edges • Available angle dozer blade or hydraulic 6-in-1 blade
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Bobcat Tier 4 Final E50 Compact Excavator The 10,677-lb. E50 minimal tailswing compact excavator is powered by a 49.8hp Tier 4-compliant non-DPF engine solution and provides a 12% increase in torque over a wide range of engine rpm. • 11.6-ft. dig depth and 19.5-ft. reach at ground level with standard arm or 12.9ft. dig depth and 20.8-ft. reach with available long arm configuration • 8,977-lb. bucket digging force • Improved ergonomics and forwardmount instrumentation system for enhanced visibility to machine vitals • Cold weather protection temporarily limits the maximum engine speed (rpm) to prevent premature component wear or failure
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Takeuchi TB2150 Hydraulic Excavator The 34,480-lb. TB2150 has a maximum digging depth of 18 ft., maximum dump height of 20 ft. 4.9 in., maximum reach of 28 ft. 8.9 in. and maximum bucket breakout force of 22,190 lbs. • Deutz TCD 3.6-liter, turbocharged, Tier 4 Final engine offers 114 hp and 339 ft.-lbs. of torque and uses a DOC+SCR diesel exhaust aftertreatment system • Revamped operator station features an operator-friendly, automotive-style interior, heated deluxe high-back air suspension seat and color multiinformation display • Features include boom and arm holding valves, an overload alarm, rear view camera and standard Takeuchi Fleet Management telematics system
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Gehl Z55 Compact Excavator The 5.5-metric ton Z55 zero tailswing compact excavator features a 47.6-hp Yanmar Tier 4-certified, turbocharged diesel engine with an electronic throttle. • Provides a 12-ft. 9.5-in. digging depth and 9,419-lb. bucket breakout • Includes ECO mode and auto deceleration • Proportional auxiliary hydraulic rocker switch allows hydraulic flow adjustment for optimal attachment performance • Standard ISO or optional backhoe control pattern selectable via a turn of a mechanical lever • Boom offset swing of 68° in both directions
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Hyundai HX145LCR Compact Radius Hydraulic Excavator The 14-metric-ton HX145LCR excavator has a tailswing radius of just 4 ft. 11 in. for work in confined spaces. • Features an 18-ft. 1-in. maximum dig depth, 27-ft. 3-in. maximum digging reach and 24,890-lbf. bucket digging force • 116-hp Perkins 1204F Tier 4 Final engine • Boom Float mode for grading control and Fine Swing mode for improved load control when swinging • Intelligent Power Control (IPC) computer-aided power optimization • Standard 8-in. interactive, adjustable, touchscreen clustermonitor in cab
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The PC138USLC-11 tight tailswing excavator features the SAA4D95LE-7 Tier 4 Final-certified engine that does not require a DPF. • Contoured cab profile and sliding door allow the cab to swing within the same radius as the counterweight • Six working modes with energy-saving guidance incorporated into the monitor panel • Enhanced attachment control stores up to 10 attachments in the monitor panel, with adjustable flow control • Operator ID system provides KOMTRAX data to track operators, applications and machine operation for up to 100 individual ID codes
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LBX Link-Belt X4 Excavators The 250 X4, 250 X4 LF, 300 X4 and 350 X4 excavators feature advanced, electronically-controlled Isuzu engines that meet Tier 4 Final without a DPF and offer up to 12% improved fuel efficiency. • Offer operating weights from 56,900 to 82,400 lbs., power ratings from 177 to 268 hp and digging depths from 22 ft. 8 in. to 24 ft. 1 in. • Feature a 30% bigger control valve, larger spools and advanced controls to maximize hydraulic system control and responsiveness • Include two electrically controlled Kawasaki variable-displacement axialpiston pumps and a Kawasaki gear pump • Cab includes a large, automotive-grade high-back seat, 7-in. LED color monitor and rearview camera
Case CX490D and CX500D Excavators The 50-metric-ton CX490D and 51-metric-ton CX500D are powered by a 362-hp Tier 4 Final diesel engine. • 109,300- and 11,800-lb. operating weights with 55,500 to 70,400 ft.-lbs. of bucket digging force • Faster cycle times (up to 10%) achieved through an electronically controlled pump, a larger control valve and multiple sensors • Case Intelligent Hydraulic System includes Boom Economy Control, Auto Economy Control, Swing Relief Control and Spool Stroke Control • Speed Priority, Heavy and Automatic working modes
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Doosan DX350LC-5 Excavator The 312-hp DX350LC-5 crawler excavator features D-ECOPOWER, which optimizes hydraulic system output with engine horsepower. • D-ECOPOWER improves machine efficiency, productivity and fuel consumption, refines machine control and enhances operator comfort • Pressure-controlled pump, closed-center main control valve and various sensors electronically detect and control hydraulic oil required • Choice of four power modes to better balance fuel consumption and machine power to the conditions
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John Deere Updated 135G and 245G LC Excavators
The 48Z-1, 55Z-1 and 57C-1 feature operating weights from 10,000 to 12,500 lbs. and a redesigned digging end that provides up to 5% greater dump height. • Upgraded hydraulic system delivers up to 9% more bucket breakout force and 2% higher dipper arm breakout • JCB by Kohler Tier 4 Final, no-DPF engines produce 48 hp and 225-Nm gross torque • Nine power modes available • Electrohydraulic dozer control lever can be used to control standard “auto kick-down” two-speed tracking and the optional dozer float and four-way blade • 57C-1 cab offers an 18% increase in space and up to 11% more visibility
The 101-hp 135G and 159-hp 245G LC reduced tailswing excavators feature Tier 4 Final diesel engines that require no diesel particulate filter. • Include a standard rear view camera and factory-installed auxiliary hydraulics with programmable attachment modes • Powerwise III hydraulic system with High, Power and Economy productivity modes • Cab includes sculpted mechanical suspension high-back seats and a standard air suspension heated seat in the 245G LC • Feature a multi-language LCD monitor and automatic, high-velocity bi-level climate control system
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Wacker Neuson ET65 and ET90 Compact Excavators The 6.5-ton ET65 and 9-ton ET90 are powered by a 48-hp Perkins (ET65) and a 73.8-hp Deutz (ET90) Tier 4 Final turbocharged engine that offer up to 20% fuel savings via the Eco mode. • Three-point bucket linkage and 200° expanded angle of rotation offer enhanced breakout force and digging power and increased bucket rotation • ET65 delivers a breakout force of 11,398 lbs. and a maximum digging depth of 13 ft. 9 in. with the long dipperstick • ET90 has a breakout force of 15,829 lbs. and a maximum digging depth of 15 ft. 2 in. with a long dipperstick • Standard hydraulic quick attach and diverter valve
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Volvo EC750E Excavator The EC750E excavator features a 516-hp Volvo D16J Tier 4 Final engine with ECO mode system that enables up to 15% higher productivity with 5% great fuel efficiency. • 7% increase in digging force and 4% boost in hydraulic flow • Redesigned, fully electrohydraulic control system • Reinforced booms and arms • Cab includes an 8-in. LCD display and interface and a reduced number of switch controls
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ATTACHMENT GUIDE
>> Earthmoving
Attachments are the key to expanding your equipment’s versatility and flexibility on construction projects. The Attachment Guide gives you the opportunity to explore different options by application type — though many of the attachments shown are not limited to a single purpose. To learn more about their features and what they can do, visit ForConstructionPros. com and enter the eight-digit ID number shown. To find additional attachment options, visit the Buyers Guide at ForConstructionPros.com. Leading Edge Multi-DigNRip Bucket The Multi-DigNRip bucket is designed for high-production rip and load applications where a wider rock bucket is required. • Combines the Multi-Ripper bucket and the DigNRip bucket • SHARC (SHanks on an ARC) technology uses the hydraulic excavator rolling action to rip, applying maximum breakout force sequentially to each tooth • Staggered ripper teeth allow for flat ripped trench sides with no depth limitations, while the back teeth are arranged to cut deeper with increased radii • Available for any excavator above 6,000 lbs.
Atlas Copco BC 2500 and BC 3700 Bucket Crushers
EDGE Heavy-duty Dirt/ Construction Tooth Bucket The 66-in. Heavy-duty Dirt/ Construction Tooth Bucket is suited for tough digging and material handling with optimal cutting edge visibility and high breakout force. • Features a 2-in. high-heel design with seven flush-mounted cast teeth • 15-cu.-ft. heaped capacity • 65.3-in. inside width, 34.6-in. depth and 20.5-in. height • .75-in. cutting edge thickness
The BC 2500 bucket crusher attachment fits 24- to 33-ton carrier weight classes, and the BC 3700 fits 30- to 42-ton carrier weight classes. • Internally mounted hydraulic drive system with two hydraulic motors and a timing belt that generate the high torque needed for powering the crushing jaw • Capable of crushing as much as 110 tph of material, including aggregate, asphalt and concrete • Feature a reverse function to easily remove any blockage by pushing material back through the inlet • Jaw outlet easily adjusted to control diameter of crushed material
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REMU Crossover Screening Buckets
Rev Drill Drill Attachment Line Rev Drill offers drill models for excavators in size classes from 8,000 lbs. on up and with maximum drilling depths to 65 ft. • 12- to 72-in. auger diameters • Segmented/expandable masts with 12- to 60-ft. length/stroke • Rotary motor options from 5,000 to 27,000 ft.-lbs. • Winch options include a 4,000-lb. line pull Bloom winch, 14,000-ft.-lb. winch model with brake assembly and 20,000-lb. line pull lift safe Bloom winch • Custom models available including lightweight drill masts for use with compact excavators or skid steers
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H & L Tooth Top-locking Teeth Top-locking teeth are designed to be installed easily without tools and removed with either a pry bar or punch. • Available for Case, Deere, JCB and other backhoes utilizing side flexpin teeth and shanks • Designed to fit existing shanks so there are no flexpin hassles • Now available in self-sharpening single and twin penetrator, dirt, fang and flare styles • Starter kits contain five teeth and all attachment components
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General Equipment DIG-R-TACH Series Geith Heavy-duty Buckets Designed for use with excavators weighing between 8 and 75 tons, these heavy-duty buckets are suited for general construction site work as well as more demanding excavation applications involving dirt and gravel. • Available in a variety of sizes with the largest model boasting a heaped capacity of 5 1/2 cu. yds. • Design features a deep profile for high capacity and a low tip radius for greater digging power • Diamond-folded top section and heavy-duty bottom wear straps provide increased structural strength and wear protection • Dual radius shape increases heel clearance, further reducing drag and wear
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Hall’s Grade Blade Attachments Blades come in six sizes to fit any brand of backhoe-loader or mini-excavator and four sizes for 9-ton excavators and up. • Cover teeth to make a smooth edge bucket • Install in less than 60 seconds with no tools • Squeegee blades have 30° wings to control dirt, etc., leave no windrows and increase bucket capacity 25%
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The 671 DIG-RTACH Series 16 is suited for skid steers, small excavators, knuckleboom cranes and small backhoes, while the Series 24 is suited for backhoes and excavators. • Series 16 features a two-speed chain/ sprocket drive and 5to 20-gpm hydraulic flow range • Series 24 operates in a 15- to 25-gpm flow range and delivers maximum drilling torque of 2,018 ft.-lbs. at 2,500 psi • 671 DIG-R-TACH series utilizes a 2-in. hexagon auger drive system and the 753 DIG-R-TACH series offers a 2 9/16-in. round auger drive system connection
The Crossover Buckets (XO series) consist of a bucket frame that can be connected to multiple work modules for quicker transition between operations. • Modules include a blade screen (SB) for screening topsoil, a screener crusher (SC) for grinding lumpy material and a vibrating screen (SV) for separating sand or other loose, dry materials and shaking waste and dirt from recyclable material • Can also be used for loading or moving materials • Modules can be changed in 10 minutes • 474-lb. XO2090 offers a .45-cu.-yd. bucket capacity and is recommended for excavators over 5 tonnes, and the 694-lb. XO2150 has a .72-cu.-yd. capacity and is suited to excavators over 8 tonnes
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M.C. Faulkner Rock Rippers Rock Rippers are designed for ripping frost and ledge or breaking up hardpan soil. • Available for machines weighing 7,000 to 100,00 lbs. • HardOx steel used in high wear areas for maximum strength and wear resistance • Replaceable tooth • Available with direct pin or quick coupler
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ATTACHMENT GUIDE
>> Demolition/Recycling
BTI BX Series Hydraulic Breakers The design of the BX Series hydraulic breakers produces stable high-speed percussion and durability for all construction, demolition and rock breaking requirements. • Eight models ranging from the 400- to 4,000-ft.-lb. class for carriers from 1.2 to 25 metric tons • Breaker-mounted manual high/low stroke selector (BX8 to BX40) improves production capability • Long stroke piston design provides high levels of constant blow energy • Anti-blank fire on/off selector (BX8 to BX40) allows use of alternate modes when operating in varying conditions
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Chicago Pneumatic RX Breakers The RX hydraulic rig-mounted breakers incorporate a smart design with few components and only two moving parts. • Recoil-absorbing concept and polyurethane insulated breaker box system provide a silent design • Six light range models mainly utilized for light demolition, landscaping, building renovation and road construction • Three medium range models for demolition, building renovation, road construction, rock excavation and quarrying • Five heavy range models for medium and heavy industrial demolition, building renovation, road construction, rock excavation and mining applications
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Montabert V65 Hydraulic Breaker The 12,324-lb. V65 heavy range breaker features an automatic speed variation system that adjusts impact energy and striking rate to match material hardness. • Delivers between 380 and 950 bpm and is rated within the 15,000 ft.-lb. impact energy class • Designed for use on excavators weighing between 121,250 and 198,400 lbs. • Progressive start system sets tool into the material prior to delivery of higher energy • Standard blank fire protection and energy recovery systems • Fully enclosed heavy-duty cradle reduces noise and protects internal components
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The Big Break from Quick Attach The Big Break hydraulic breaker incorporates shock-absorbing polymers to minimize machine wear and sound while improving operator comfort level. • Three models for carriers from 4,600 to 19,800 lbs. • Only two moving parts • Power booster for high performance and lower vibration • Enclosed box design eliminates cross studs and tie rods while protecting the tool holder • Hybrid technology (gas/oil) • Field-replaceable bushing for easier maintenance
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The 300 Series breakers feature a cradlestyle bracket, meaning there are no bracket bolts to break. • 13 models available from 350- to 10,000-ft.-lb. impact energy ratings • Available for skid steers, mini-excavators, backhoes and excavators • Nitrogen gas-assisted design • Control valves concealed inside of smaller units for added protection • Accumulator located on the side of larger models to protect hydraulic system • Replaceable tool bushing
Paladin Strike Force Breaker Series The Strike Force breaker series includes a range of models and sizes for various carriers and applications. • Smaller models available for compact excavators and skid-steer loaders requiring safe, efficient handling with a high breaking capacity • Mid-range models include a robust structure with advanced noise reduction technology • Larger sizes offer an efficient piston and cylinder design to transfer higher shock waves into breaking objects • Durable, reliable construction with only two moving parts for easy service and maintenance
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Rotobec RCB Construction Breakers Rotobec offers eight monoblock breakers for excavators ranging from .08 to 15 tons and five tie-rod models for excavators from 17 to 72 tons. • Monoblock design includes a polyurethane jacket to reduce impact vibrations to the machine and lower noise levels • Diaphragm accumulators used for consistent performance with no recharging required • Tie rod design incorporates a heavy-duty tie rod assembly and internal components that are easy to access and maintain
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ATTACHMENT GUIDE
>> Demolition/Recycling Allied Rammer Small Range Breakers The 555, 777 and 999 Rammer small range breakers are designed without tie rods and incorporate the Constant Blow Energy (CBE) plus operating system. • For carriers between 7,500 and 27,600 lbs. • Integrated one-piece tool bushing design requires fewer parts and is easily field replaceable • Box-type housing with high-tech dampening material that reduces noise and vibration and fully protects the power cell • Dual accumulator design provides maximum power with less pulsation in hydraulic lines
Antraquip Rock and Concrete Cutters These rock and concrete grinders are suitable for trenching, controlled demolition, scaling, soil remediation, tunneling, underwater cutting and general rock excavation. • Numerous models available for excavators ranging from 2 to 110 tons • Choice of cutter head styles to suit the application • AQ line equipped with a high-torque, low-speed hydraulic motor with rugged gearing and symmetrically aligned cutter bit patterns for maximum productivity
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Caterpillar E-Series Hydraulic Hammers The H35, H45, H55 and H65 flat-top hydraulic hammers are designed for use with compact excavators, skid-steer loaders and backhoe-loaders. • Available in enclosed, silenced, cases or side-plate versions • Made with 47% fewer parts • Engineered to match auxiliary flows and pressures of Cat machines, plus allow installation on competitive equipment • Buffers at the top and bottom of silenced models isolate the machine from reflective forces • Automatic shut-off
Steel Unlimited HB Mini-Series Breakers Part of a complete range of 15 breakers, the HB Series models are designed to fit the smallest carriers (walk-behind loaders, mini-excavators, TLBs and skid steers) up to full-size excavators. • HB Mini-Series includes the HB-100 through HB-1000 • Can be ordered with “MultiFit” side plates that can be moved between skid steers, miniexcavators or backhoe-loaders within the same weight class • Developed for applications in the construction, demolition, rental, mining, quarry, recycling and landscaping industries
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Arrowhead Rockdrill R Series Breakers
The Mega-Beak from Daniel Mfg. The Mega Beak allows the operator to maintain a constant grip on material while utilizing the excavator’s full range of motion. • 57-in. jaw opening • 39-in. fork width and 48-in. fork length • Provides increased visibility and load capacity • Suitable for demolition, large-scale material handling and flatwork • Fits all brands of 10- to 24-ton excavators
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The R Series hydraulic hammers for compact equipment deliver greater power while maintaining optimal maneuverability and visibility. • Fully gas-fired operating system yields high productivity without overworking the carrier hydraulic system • Contain fewer parts and only two moving assemblies • Tie rod-free design improves reliability • Feature a sleeved design and proprietary tool holder locking system • Easy tool changes and minimal routine maintenance
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Furukawa Fxa Small Series Breakers The Fxa Small Series breakers feature a piston design with a longer stroke length, increased diameter and faster speed to create greater energy. • Modified cylinder liner accommodates larger piston and decreases buildup of internal heat • Redesigned seal retainer compensates for higher backhead pressure • Monoblock design with only two moving parts and no through-bolts to maintain or diaphragm to replace • Replaceable front wear bushing • Variety of mounting options to accommodate use on compact excavators, compact utility loaders and skid steers
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Alpine Rockwheel Rock and Concrete Grinders The Rockwheel rock and concrete grinders incorporate hydraulic rotary cutting technology that delivers the power and precision to make efficient, low-vibration, low-noise excavations for any application. • Models available from 12 to 295 hp for carriers from 1 to 75+ tons • Cutting force from 949 to 32,360 lbs. with cutting widths from 11.8 to 49 in. • Chain drive, gear drive, direct drive and axial drive versions
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TRUSTED TO DO THE GRUNT WORK ON JOB SITES EVERYWHERE. Why do the hardest working businesses choose Freightliner trucks? We have a broad range of trucks fully capable of going above and beyond the call of duty. Whether it’s severe or medium duty, you can rest assured you’ll have the power and dependability you need to get the job done while lowering your truck’s Real Cost of Ownership.SM Select vehicles are available with the SmartPlex® electrical system and DetroitTM Connect Virtual TechnicianSM remote diagnostic system. With all trucks supported by Freightliner Trucks’ nationwide dealer network, you’re more than ready to get down to business. To learn more about why so many people rely on our trucks, visit Freightliner.com. ForConstructionPros.com/10073061
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ATTACHMENT GUIDE
>> Road Building E-Z Drill 210 Series Concrete Drill Attachments
GECON Attachments Asphalt Float
Minnich A-2V Dowel Pin Drills Powered by a compressor, the A-2V can be mounted to a skid-steer loader, loader or farm tractor to form a self-contained, highly mobile solution for drilling vertical holes. • Two drills can swivel to drill holes at an angle • Suitable for jobs on which multiple damaged slabs need to be pulled • Safer, more efficient alternative to drilling holes manually
The Asphalt Float is suited for asphalt repairs, trench work/repairs, skid-steer paving and asphalt trenching. • Simple hookup/connection to skid steer • Adjustable moldboard (screed height) • Hydraulic side shift out to 5.5+ ft. • Hydraulic wing adjustments (5-in. trench or 6 ft. wide) • Low maintenance
This equipment-mounted, pneumatic concrete drill attachment series includes the three-gang Model 210-3 EQ MT, four-gang Model 210-4 EQ MT and five-gang Model 210-5 EQ MT. • Compatible with most models of backhoes and excavators • Capable of drilling 5/8- to 2 1/2-in.-diameter holes at a depth of 18 in. • Each drill motor requires a minimum of 100 cfm for operation • Minimum of 300 cfm required to power the Model 210-3 EQ MT • User-friendly, easily accessible control panel mounted on drill
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Utilicor Minicor-2 Coring Attachment Simex Milling Attachments These attachments are designed for milling of small tracks and crossings and minor asphalt repairs. • Suited for mounting on skid-steer loaders not fitted with a high-flow system and small backhoe-loaders • Has independent regulation of depth and provides ability to create inclined planes • Orbital hydraulic motors in a direct cutter drum drive
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Road Widener Skid-steer Attachment The Road Widener handles widths of 1 to 3.5 ft. and can disperse a 20-ton truckload of gravel in minutes at speeds of over 12 mph. • Width, height and flow hydraulically controlled • Features adjustable slope control and a hydraulic-driven conveyor belt with heavy-duty 10-in. head and tail pulleys • Weighs 2,600 lbs. and has a 10-ft. width
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The 48-in.-wide Minicor-2 keyhole coring attachment fits skid-steer loaders with a rated operating capacity of 2,000 lbs. and a hydraulic flow rate of 17 gpm. • Cuts keyhole cores up to 22 in. in depth through asphalt, concrete or reinforced concrete pavement • Accommodates coring drums from 8 to 24 in. in diameter • Orbital, flow-regulated coring controls with backpressure and down pressure gauges make coring easy and accurate • 100-gal. water tank
Coneqtec/Universal AP Cold Planers The AP cold planers come in widths from 12 to 48 in. and cutting depths to 6 in., with easy adjustment by hydraulic controls or electric over hydraulic controls. • 24-in. side shift travel • Planings stay inside of planer cowling due to positioning of depth adjustment • Drum rotates faster for less bounce • Stress spread out across the width of the planer • Swingaway hydraulic controls • Fewer wear points and parts • Patented open drum design
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904 Medina Road, Medina, Ohio 44256
The Gold Series Six Shooter offers improved cutting surfaces, a heavier frame, a Quick Adjust variable cutting diameter and custom heavy-duty auger drive for easier manhole removal. • Attaches to any skid steer capable of a 30-gpm minimum flow and 2,500-lb. minimum lift capacity • Includes a custom heavy-duty auger drive • Adjustable cutting diameter from 28 to 72 in. and cutting depth up to 20 in. (14 in. with standard blades) • Completely removes the manhole frame and road surface from concrete or asphalt in minutes • Carbide teeth can be replaced in seconds
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ATTACHMENT GUIDE
>> Site Prep/Clearing
Brown Bear BC285.5 Brush Cutter The 3,400-lb. BC285.5 brush cutter reduces trees and brush up to 6-in. diameter to mulch. • Fits most skid steers with high-flow hydraulics , requiring 35 to 55 gpm at minimum of 3,000 psi • 67-in. cut width • Fixed tooth rotor with 54 carbide-tipped steel quick-change teeth • Adjustable multi-position skid shoes allow adjustable cut height • Dynamically balanced rotor • Universal skid-steer loader hitch
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Loftness Carbide Cutter G4 Mulching Head Attachment The Carbide Cutter G4 mulching head attachment for skid steers is available with 61- and 71-in. cutting widths and carbide-tipped or heat-treated steel planer blade Quadco teeth. • Two-stage cutting chamber with two shear bars • Improved skid shoes can be adjusted from 0.5 to -1.5 in. to allow mulching below grade • Operates at 2,000 to 2,400 rpm with a synchronous drive belt for greater efficiency and less maintenance • Standard variable-displacement motor (V-Drive) with load-sensing technology
Bobcat FMR Flail Mower Attachment The FMR flail mower is available for use with Bobcat E63, E80 and E85 excavators and offers a 40-in. working width and a 4-in. cutting capacity. • Triple-knife design with 36 knives to rip through hard and soft woods, vines, grass and brush • Direct-drive motor provides aggressive cutting applications • Reversible flails enable bidirectional rotation by switching the hydraulic hoses at the drive motor • Includes a side safety chain within the housing and a rotor brake to stop the mower in seven seconds or less once the hydraulics are deactivated
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Fecon Stumpex Stumper The 1,500-lb. Stumpex features low rpm and as much as 33,600 ft.-lbs. of torque at 4,000 psi, enabling it to draw itself down into any species of stump from 10 to 28 in. in diameter and up to 20 in. deep in a single pass. • Can be mounted on skid steers with 20to 42-gpm hydraulic output • Threaded cone and staggered AR500 cutting blades grind out stump and root material with minimal discharge • Provides faster, easier cleanup after grinding • Chips stay mostly in the hole for faster, easier cleanup
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Stumper 240 Mid-size Stump Grinder The 475-lb. Stumper 240 is a mid-size grinder that chews up to 8 in. of stump per pass, while offering a lighter weight and high- or low-flow hydraulic power options. • 24-in. cutting diameter and 8-in. cut depth per pass • Requires 18- to 25-gpm low-flow hydraulic output and 25 to 45 gpm for high flow • Compatible with mini- and regular skid steers, compact excavators, backhoes and UTVs • Features a low-maintenance, rugged design with powder-coated steel weldments
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John Brown & Sons Brontosaurus The Brontosaurus land clearing and mulching attachment can be mounted on a 30,000-lb. excavator with 85 to 95 hp. • Excavator counterweight is replaced with a 115- to 185-hp turbo diesel engine to power the attachment • Auxiliary engine powers a Sunstrand hydraulic pump which supplies the Sunstrand motor on the mower • Engine and hydraulic controls for the motor install in the cab
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National Attachments Torrent Mulcher The Torrent mulcher is a tough, lightweight mulcher for mini-excavators and larger carriers. • Withstands full down pressure of carrier • One-piece ultra-strong frame • Spherical fixed cutters for high production • Features direct drive, a solid through drum shaft and double row spherical bearings
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A quick and easy way to attach a hook onto excavating equipment without welding. FEATURES: • Designed to easily attach & remove from excavator “D” rings. • Keeps the hook orientated for easy rigging installation. • Alloy steel construction for demanding construction environments. • Pin bushing reduces “D” ring wear. • Can be used with a variety of hooks. • Custom designs are available. • Visit our video on YouTube: • www.caldwellinc.com
Denis Cimaf DAF Forestry Mulcher Series The DAF hydraulic brush cuttermulchers are suited for intensive brush cutting applications and feature two chevron-like rows of heat-treated forged knives that direct brush toward the center of the rotor. • Horizontal shaft rotor technology with fixed knives and bolt-on cutting blades • One or two variable-displacement axial piston motors • Industrial cogged belt drive system prevents slippage • Double-drive industrial and single-drive versions available
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Grouser Products V3 Flex Plane The V3 Flex Plane features a selfadjusting blade with a unique pivoting action that enables it to rotate to contour to the ground. • Two double-beveled hardened cutting edges provide aggressive cutting action and smooth leveling in forward and reverse • Cross Crumbler Beam knocks even tough earth into manageable dirt • Five models available in 72-, 78-, 84-, 89- and 96-in. sizes
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Sneller Self-powered Stump Grinder The 275-hp Stump Mill self-powered stump grinder grinds up to six acres per day using a two-piece cutter wheel and carbide teeth design. • No modifications required to the excavator • No hydraulics to limit speed or functions • Triple-sealed lower bearings • Remote control • Also available in a 170-hp version
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>> Material Handling Caldwell Adjustable Lifting Grab The Adjustable Lifting Grab (model ALG) handles loads from 3 in. wide all the way up to 60 in. and is rated for 6,000 lbs. • Fully adjustable, stainless steel Auto-Latch • Extended handles keep operator away from load • Locating assembly orients tong on load without operator intervention • Lifting eye allows for easy hook attachment and will self-center rigging • Field-replaceable pads • Complies with ASME B30.20, BTH-1, Category B, service class 3
Kenco Barrier Lift The Barrier Lift will lift everything from curbing to large jersey wall or can be used to align barriers that have already been placed. • Wide 6- to 12-in. grip range handles varying wall widths • Lifting capacities available from 1,500 to 40,000 lbs. • Hooks up with a sling and shackle to any type or model of machine with lifting capabilities, with no need for additional hydraulics • Grabs automatically as it is lowered onto the wall and won’t release until the wall has been set firmly into position • Pad angles swivel to match the slope of the wall to be lifted
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Vacuworx PS 1 Portable Vacuum Lifting System The 25-lb. PS 1 portable vacuum lifting system can lift up to 2,200 lbs. when paired with small equipment such as skid steers, compact excavators, forklifts and small cranes. • Lifts concrete, marble, granite, metal, steel and iron • Can be used indoors or outdoors • 12-volt rechargeable battery with 8-hour run time • Three standard interchangeable pad options range from 8” x 12” to 16” x 16” with additional configurations available upon request
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SlatTrax Ground Protection System SlatTrax is a ground protection system that uses a skid-steer loader to roll out and retrieve temporary roadway in about two minutes. • Holds dual spools of Trax up to 100 ft. in length • Hydraulic-powered chain drive system used to turn the spools of the Trax • Trax made of durable 3/4-in.-thick recycled plastic with PVC-impregnated strapping and come in 36- and 42-in. widths • Optional trailer holds the complete system with two 100-ft. spools of Trax
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Chicago Pneumatic RC Hydraulic Compactors The RC hydraulic compactors include five models (RC 150 to RC 1050) available for carrier weight classes ranging from 2,200 to 88,000 lbs. • Combine high compaction frequency with high vibrating force • Housing offset by 15% to provide better distribution across the plate • Include solid rubber isolators, spiral steel wire on connection hoses, integrated flow rate and pressure control, continuous oil bath around the shaft bearing and an auto lube system • Optional backfill blade kit and rotation device
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Western Material & Design FasTrac Concrete Mixers The 1/2-cu.-yd. capacity model 500 and 3/4-cu.-yd. capacity model 750 FasTrac Concrete Mixer attachments convert any skid-steer loader into a portable concrete mixer. • Solid steel, all-welded mixing auger can operate in either direction • Can pour on the left or right side and the discharge chute extends up to 6 ft. for more latitude in positioning • Rubber trough base provides the flexibility to handle aggregates of varying sizes while enabling tighter tolerances • Powered by a hydraulic motor connected to the loader’s standard quick-disconnect
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Digga Cement Mixer
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This cement mixer attachment has a maximum operating capacity of 4 cu. ft. and can be used on skidsteer loaders, front-end loaders and telehandlers. • Fits quickly and easily to Digga’s line of auger drives by simply pinning the cradle to the existing auger frame and adding the mixer bowl • Switch from drilling to mixing in under two minutes • Smaller version with a 2.5-cu.-ft. capacity available for mini loaders and walk-behind units • Can mix material from cement to fertilizer
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Okada OAC Plate Compactor/Drivers These boom-mounted plate compactor/drivers for backhoes and excavators provide impulse forces from 3,150 to 22,000 lbs. • Hydraulic flow capabilities up to 50 gpm • Plate sizes range from 11.5” x 30” to 34” x 43” • Five sizes for carriers from 4,400 to 94,600 lbs. • Rugged construction with minimal maintenance requirements
Top-Notch TOP-SPREAD Loader-mounted Spreader The TOP-SPREAD loader-mounted spreader spreads seed cover or ground cover material with only one person from the seat of a skid steer. • Models available to fit any bale size • Twin rotors utilize heavy-duty cup knives rotating at 1,400 rpm+ to tear through the material and spread it out • Apron chain controlled in the cab with a momentary switch, providing complete control over material feeding • Skid-steer attachment plate and hydraulic quick couplers allow for simple hookup
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>> Couplers Kinshofer NOX Tilt-Rotator Because it has no tilt cylinders, the NOX tilt rotator system is suitable for standard excavation work, as well as use in narrow working areas. • Less height and higher breakout force achieved due to the use of an elliptic rotary actuator for the tilting action • ADI (Austempered Ductile Iron) increases main body strength • Integral braking system and interior gear/ worm gear run in a constant oil bath • Models offered in four sizes for excavators from 3 to 32 tonnes
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Esco PosiGrab The PosiGrab hydraulic coupler features front and rear locks that are mechanically engaged through the full working cycle for enhanced safety. • Opens only via forced hydraulic pressure • Connection and release completed without the operator leaving the cab • Engineered to reduce stress on attachments and machines
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Worksaver Skid Steer to Category I Quick Hitch Adapter The Skid Steer to Category I Quick Hitch adapter allows the operator to use Category I non-PTO-powered implements on skid steers. • Suited for mounting box scrapers, landscape rakes, three-point blades, harrows, soil pulverizers, single shank rippers and similar attachments on a skid steer • Features lower hooks designed to capture and retain 7/8-in. lift pins without the use of bushings • Includes an adjustable top hook for attaching to implements of varying heights and a floating top link bracket for implements that will not accept the top link hook
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Geith Tilting Couplers The tilting hydraulic quick couplers provide up to 180° of rotation side to side depending on the model, allowing operators to more precisely position the bucket or attachment without having to reposition the machine. • For use with excavators and backhoeloaders weighing between 6 to 26 tons • Four independent locking components • Safety features include a curved engaging plate and a hydraulic cylinder check valve, plus the “curl to release” control system that provides a safe process for attachment engagement and release • Variable pin center design allows changeout of a variety of OEM attachments from the cab
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P R OFI T M AT T E R S By Olivia Huppman
Speed Up the Payment Process with Increased Communication Promoting visibility and increasing communication between parties on a project can help deliver prompter payment.
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hile payment delays are common in the construction industry, there are many tools and methods subcontractors and other construction participants can employ to facilitate a smooth payment process and reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO). Staying organized and taking proactive actions will help your business get paid quickly and successfully.
SEND NOTICE TO PROMOTE VISIBILITY Lack of visibility is a systemic problem on construction projects. On large projects with multiple tiers of hiring, top-of-chain parties (property owners, lenders, general contractors, etc.) rarely have contact with sub-tier parties. Payment often must trickle down from the property owner through several levels to get to the subcontractors and suppliers. In addition, top-of-chain parties often don’t know who these sub-tier parties are. How can a property owner ensure you get paid if they don’t know you are on the project? Sending a preliminary notice — sometimes called a Notice to Owner or pre-lien notice — solves these problems by
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notifying top-of-chain parties of your involvement on a project. This simple act of communication prioritizes your invoice, and zlien research has shown that it significantly reduces DSO of construction invoices. In addition to promoting visibility, sending preliminary notice is often required to secure lien rights.
SEND A CONDITIONAL LIEN WAIVER WITH EVERY INVOICE Subcontractors frequently sign lien waivers to waive lien rights in exchange for payment. Waivers are commonly exchanged between parties on projects, but many people don’t know that there are several types of waivers that work differently. Conditional lien waivers are the safest option for subcontractors to sign before getting paid, because they are conditioned upon receipt of payment. This means that a signed conditional waiver doesn’t actually go into effect until payment is received, protecting a subcontractor’s right to file a mechanics lien until that right is no longer necessary. Proactively signing a conditional lien waiver and sending it along with an invoice speeds up the payment process in two ways. First, it prioritizes your invoice. The party making payment will be more likely to hand over payment when they
know they are protected from a mechanics lien. Second, it eliminates the time-consuming back and forth that can occur when the paying party must send a blank lien waiver and wait for the signed copy to be returned before making payment. Creating and signing the right kind of lien waiver is easy and free with the Waiver Exchange (https://waiverexchange.com).
INVOICE EARLY AND FOLLOW UP Sending invoices promptly and following up with reminders
While payment delays are common in the construction industry, there are many tools and methods you can use to facilitate a smooth payment process and reduce DSO. companies providing services, sending reminders keeps your invoice top of mind. Another tip is to send invoices and follow-ups via email. This cuts out postage fees and the typical three to five business days it takes for mail to be delivered, and keeps communications tidier. For a more formal approach, consider sending preliminary notices or notices of intent to encourage the party making payment to pay more quickly. ET
ANOTHER TIP IS TO SEND INVOICES AND FOLLOW-UPS VIA EMAIL. THIS CUTS OUT POSTAGE FEES AND THE TYPICAL THREE TO FIVE BUSINESS DAYS IT TAKES FOR MAIL TO BE DELIVERED, AND KEEPS COMMUNICATIONS TIDIER. when deadlines approach or are missed are good ways to avoid long delays in the payment process. On big projects with many
This article was contributed by Olivia Huppman, zlien marketing associate (zlien.com).
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COMMAND AND CONTROL Your jobsite requires constant vehicle control. That’s why Fuller Advantage ® Series automated transmissions can be configured with optional features like Urge to Move, Creep Mode and Blended Pedal for enhanced low-speed maneuverability. Now available for vocational applications, it’s got 110,000 pounds GCW capability and 6- and 8-bolt PTO openings. Best of all, the Precision Lubrication system eliminates the transmission oil cooler to cut down on costs and maintenance headaches. And it’s backed by the solutions, support and expertise of the industry-leading Roadranger ® network. Drive your choice. Drive on. Find your Eaton advantage at Roadranger.com
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T R U CKS & T R A N S P O R TAT I O N By Curt Bennink
Safety Technologies
MOVE OFF ROAD Technologies initially developed for on-road fleets are migrating to vocational trucks.
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ver the past decade there have been major advancements in safety technology utilized in Class 8 over-the-road trucks. Roll stability technology and electronic stability control have emerged and matured over this time frame and have become popular options. The potential for increased safety with these systems caught the attention of regulators, and on June 23, 2015, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) finalized Federal Motor Vehicle Standard No. 136, which requires electronic stability control systems on all new tractors and buses weighing greater than 26,000 lbs. GVWR. The rule applies to new three-axle truck tractors manufactured on or after August 1, 2017, and all other truck tractors, including two-axle models, in 2019. Straight trucks are not included in the mandate. Meanwhile, collision avoidance systems have also become prevalent. These systems use radar and/or camera technology and often feature lane departure warning and anti-lock braking systems with rollover protection
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stability systems. They are the next logical step building on the foundation of electronic stability control. Now many of these technologies are migrating to the vocational truck market. “As collision avoidance systems become more widely used, and prices start declining with a technology that becomes more stable, we will likely start seeing this become more popular in vocational trucks,” says Kurt Swihart, Kenworth marketing director. But there are admittedly a few challenges to moving these systems off-road. “With combined radar and camera systems that are becoming available, there are components mounted at the furthest forward part of the truck in the bumper that can be fragile for typical vocational use but are protected as much as possible.”
Implementing collision avoidance systems in dirty construction environments may also involve a little more maintenance, such as periodically cleaning camera lenses. Then there are the technical challenges of integrating the systems on vocational trucks. “One of the things that make it a little more challenging for a work truck are the multiple configurations,” says Chad Semler, director of marketing for severe service, Navistar. Camera and radar systems on the front may have to be relocated due to winches or other equipment. With rollover stability systems, there are many variances in the center of gravity depending on the body mounted. “These systems, by default, require electronic stability control.
Bendix Wingman Fusion was added as an option on the medium-duty International DuraStar line early in 2016. They have to be calibrated for the application, especially something with a high center of gravity,” Semler explains. “So it is a little more complicated and requires various calibrations depending upon what the truck is doing.” Ready-mix trucks are an example of a high center of gravity application where electronic stability control is already widely used.
A FUSION OF SYSTEMS The Bendix Wingman Fusion driver assistance system is among the latest active safety and braking systems, and is available as a factory-installed option from most major North American truck manufacturers. It is currently available on an array of medium- and heavy-duty models. Wingman Fusion has been offered on Navistar’s on-highway
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enhanced rear-end collision mitigation; alerts when speeding; and braking on stationary vehicles. Built on the Bendix ESP Electronic Stability Program, Wingman Fusion gathers input through radar, video and the vehicle’s brakes and uses it to help drivers avoid rollovers and loss of control and sideswipe crashes, while prioritizing alerts to help reduce driver distraction. The technology can serve as a framework for what’s to come. “As we look ahead, technologies that combine radar and camera sensors are important stepping stones to a potential autonomous trucking future,” says Fred Andersky, director of customer solutions, Bendix.
give the driver a warning (up to 3 seconds) of a metallic object, such as a stalled car, blocking the lane of travel. Wingman Fusion integrates a camera, radar and the brake system. Input from the camera and radar are linked to each other, sharing information and communicating with the brakes. “Keep in mind that all of these features are one system,” says Andersky. “Instead of having a separate lane departure and a separate collision mitigation system, it is all one, which allows us to prioritize the most important alert instead of multiple alerts going off at once.” This is a key feature because it doesn’t overwhelm the driver and sim-
lane departure warnings,” notes Andersky. “If the driver goes 6 in. over the line, the system will give him an alert. If he uses his turn signal, the system will not give him an alert because it knows the driver wants to make that maneuver.”
PREMIUM SAFETY SYSTEM OPTIONS EMERGE Other technologies to increase safety and reduce fatigue — such as the RollTek rollover safety system and Bose Ride seat technology — are also making their way from on-highway to vocational application. “We are seeing interest in both of those products for vocational applications,” says Steve Gilligan, vice
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International ProStar since the system’s unveiling, and was added as an option on the medium-duty International DuraStar line earlier in 2016. Kenworth Truck Company began offering the system as an option on its T680 and T880 Class 8 trucks in February 2016, and in October, announced its availability on the medium-duty T270 and T370 models. Peterbilt Motors Company added it as an option on its Model 579 and 567 highway tractors and vocational trucks in summer 2016. And this past October, Volvo Trucks North America unveiled Volvo Active Driver Assist — which utilizes the collision mitigation technology of Wingman Fusion — as a factory installed option on its VNL and VNM series models. Unlike radar-only systems, Wingman Fusion combines and cross checks information from multiple sources to deliver
The Bendix Wingman Fusion driver assistance system is among the latest active safety and braking systems. It is available as a factory installed option from most major North American truck manufacturers, and is currently available on an array of mediumand heavy-duty models.
Equipment Today gained first-hand experience with the Wingman Fusion driver assistance technology at the PACCAR Technical Center in Mt. Vernon, WA. The system was installed in a Kenworth T680 and the test truck was put through several scenarios that replicated real-life hazards. We witnessed the system response directly from inside the cab. The experience demonstrated how quickly the system can react and apply emergency braking that literally pushes the truck to its limits. The truck safely prevented all simulated collisions that otherwise could have proved catastrophic. Andersky notes that many of the capabilities of Wingman Fusion are due to the addition of the camera. Bendix also offers a radar-only system called Wingman Advanced. The key to both systems is active braking. Wingman Advanced brings together adaptive cruise control with braking features, collision mitigation technology and electronic stability system technology. A fleet can benefit from this combination of active safety technologies by helping drivers avoid collisions, rollovers and loss of control situations. When the distance between a driver’s truck and the vehicle they’re following starts to close, Wingman Advanced provides the driver following distance alerts and, if necessary, will apply the brakes to help the driver potentially avoid the collision, or help reduce its severity. Unique to Wingman Advanced are stationary object alerts. These alerts
Unlike radar-only systems, Bendix Wingman Fusion combines and cross checks information from multiple sources to deliver enhanced rear-end collision mitigation; alerts when speeding; and braking on stationary vehicles. It helps drivers avoid rollovers and loss of control and sideswipe crashes, while prioritizing alerts to help reduce driver distraction.
Built on the Bendix ESP Electronic Stability Program, Bendix Wingman Fusion gathers input through radar, video and the vehicle’s brakes. This technology can serve as a stepping stone for the future. ply alerts him or her of the most pressing danger. There are a series of warnings that intensify as the risk increases. “Think of it as close, closer and closest in terms of alerts,” says Andersky. Camera technology allows the system to have capabilities not possible with only radar. “The camera gives us the ability to do
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president of product marketing, Navistar. “The Bose Ride seats were first envisioned as being primarily an on-highway premium seat,” says Gilligan. The system uses technology that senses, analyzes and then counteracts forces from the road. This approach significantly reduces the harmful shaking and jarring heavy-duty
truck drivers experience every day on the job. “We are actually seeing quite a bit of interest in the vocational markets and the severe applications where the driver has a tendency to get tossed around quite a bit. One of the largest orders that we have seen for those seats was a vocational user.” The Bose Ride system is designed to reduce driver fatigue and pain, a common problem with heavy truck operators. A powerful electromagnetic motor counteracts the movement of the cab floor to improve ride quality. This allows drivers to stay focused, recover from the day more quickly and extend their driving careers. Likewise, there has been a lot of interest in the RollTek advanced rollover protection technology from IMMI that incorporates seat belt, seat and airbag technologies to enhance operator safety. When RollTek senses an impending rollover, it tightens the seat belt; the suspension seat is pulled to its lowest level to increase survivable space; and the side airbag deploys to cushion the head and neck. The purpose of the RollTek system is to significantly reduce the potential of serious injury in a rollover in case the driver exceeds the capabilities of the available electronic stability systems. RollTek is designed to only activate when a rollover is detected which is unrecoverable. For many vocational construction truck applications, use of this technology requires consultation with product experts. Semler explains that off-highway applications require different calibrations due to the nature of the off-road terrain and its constantly changing pitches. Keeping up with these latest advances in safety technology is important to protect your current driver base and possibly extend their careers — especially critical given the current and growing driver shortage. It also promises to reduce risks when vehicles are in the hands of less experienced drivers or new hires. There was a time in the notso-distant past when anti-lock brakes represented the pinnacle of heavy truck safety systems. Now, the emergence of sophisticated technology in over-the-road trucks is poised to rapidly expand and improve the safety of your vocational fleet, as well. ET
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WORLD OF CONCRETE PREVIEW World of Concrete 2017 is an international event dedicated to the commercial concrete and masonry construction industries. Slated for January 17 to 20 in Las Vegas, it features indoor and outdoor exhibits from leading industry suppliers. To learn more about the following exhibitors’ products, go to ForConstructionPros.com and enter the eight-digit code shown. You can also find additional product and show information, as well as our exclusive online show coverage, at ForConstructionPros.com/Concrete. 3M Capital Safety DBI-SALA Self-Rescue System The DBI-SALA Self-Rescue is a detachable selfrescue system that easily connects to your current safety harness, providing a fast, effective method of escape from suspension. • Features the EZ-Link D-ring to simplify connection, a secondary rescue ring for assisted rescue and a sealed, padded package to protect the descent device from damage during use • Sealed design allows the product to perform as expected after it has been soaked in water for two hours and frozen in temperatures of -40° C • 50- or 100-ft. versions available
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Freightliner Medium- and Severe-duty Truck Options Several options contribute to the durability and performance of Freightliner medium-duty (M2) and severe-duty (SD) truck models. • Hood Mounted Mirrors for the 108SD and 114SD in heated or non-heated versions and with a tripod-style base • Rock guard for the 108SD and 114SD • Remote start/stop for the M2 106, M2 112, 108SD and 114SD with manual transmissions • Watson & Chalin Lift Axle Suspensions for use with single tires available on all SD models • Hendrickson AeroClad 12-in. Logger Style Bumper for the 122SD consists of lightweight chrome with cutouts for a center tow, driving lights and fog lights
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Allmand Night-Lite NL5000 The compact Night-Lite NL5000 60-Hz light tower includes Allmand’s 1,250-watt metal halide light system and a vertical manual winch tower deployed from the rear. • Stepping pad for easy fixture adjustment and mast rotation from the ground • Genset Protect system protects the engine and generator from starting and stopping with AC power and ensures the lighting system is off at startup and shutdown • Kubota 1005 liquid-cooled, Tier 4 Final/ CARB-certified diesel engine • 45-gal. steel fuel tank provides approximately 90 hours of runtime • All major service points easily accessible via a lockable clamshell-style door
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John Deere PowerTech PSL 4.5L Tier 4 Final Engine The PowerTech PSL 4.5L Tier 4 Final industrial engine is equipped with an Integrated Emissions Control system consisting of cooled exhaust gas recirculation, a diesel oxidation catalyst and a selective catalytic reduction system. • Available with power ratings from 125 to 173 hp • Delivers more power density and improved low-speed torque • Eliminates the need for a diesel particulate filter
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Guntert & Zimmerman S400 Slipform Paver The S400 entry-level single/dual-lane concrete paver has a 173-hp FPT Tier 4 Interim engine with Eco-Mode that does not require a diesel particulate filter. • Standard telescopic range of 6.5 to 17.5 ft., or up to 24.5 ft. with extensions • Multi-purpose tractor frame with universal bolting pattern enables easy mounting of barrier molds, offset kit hangers and attachments • AccuSteer and SmartLeg features move track and swing leg on the fly and semiautomatically reconfigure the paver into 90°, counter-rotate and transport modes • VariWidth System and TeleEnd reduce paving kit and tractor width change time
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Minnich A-1 Series Dowel Pin Drills The A-1 Series single-drill, on-grade dowel pin drills can be configured to drill horizontally, vertically, into a wall or 6 in. from a corner. • Includes models that can fit into 36- and 48-in. cutouts with their wheels on for easy repositioning, plus models for 24and 30-in. openings • Built-in feature helps ensure drills are shut off and retracted when not in use to prevent dry firing • Pistol-grip operator controls only allow the drill to function if held in the on/feed position • Conveniently placed foothold directly under the handle for increased leverage when drilling each hole
The 2,670-lb. 525DX has a 2,100-lb. tip capacity, a 1,050-lb. operating capacity (50% tip) and 76-in. hinge pin height. • 25-hp Kubota D1105 Tier 4 Final engine and redesigned hydraulic package provide smoother drive controls and improved simultaneous functionality • Push-button machine pressure relief valve allows operators to easily couple hydraulic-powered attachments to the high-flow auxiliary remote couplers • Variable track widening system allows the 9-in. rubber track undercarriage to be narrowed to fit through a 36-in. gate or other tight spaces • Capable of a ground speed of 3.0 mph
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Netarus HoistCam Director and Cameras The HoistCam Director enterprise fleet monitoring software enables construction owners and managers to remotely monitor an entire jobsite via HoistCam, SiteCam and other cameras or drones. • Transfers video and images to a mobile digital video recorder (MDVR), which captures and stores data from up to eight HoistCam cameras • Customizable alarms and interfaces include geofencing, Shock/G-Sensor, temperature sensor, voltage output triggers and RS485/RS232 monitoring • Provides a choice of cellular, Wifi or Ethernet communication, site tracker services with custom safety or logistics reports and storage on in-house servers or HoistCam-hosted servers
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Skyjack TH Series Telehandlers The TH series telehandlers offer simpler rear axle stabilization, hydraulic systems, outriggers, controls, engine servicing, electronics and option packages. • 74-hp Deutz TCD 2.9L Tier 4 Final engines require no diesel particulate filter, diesel exhaust fluid or other active exhaust aftertreatment • 107-hp Deutz engine optional on SJ1044 TH and SJ1056 TH and standard on the SJ1256 TH • Maximum lift heights from 43 ft. 4 in. to 56 ft. 3 in. and lift capacities of 6,000 to 12,000 lbs. • Dana powershift transmission and axles • Modular cab with simple control panel design, multi-function engine display
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Now Your New GOMACO Commander IIIx Can Pour a 24 Inch Radius
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The new three-track Commander III Xtreme is unlike any other Commander ever built by GOMACO, and now has the ability to slipform a 24 inch radius! The new Xtreme Package for multi-application pavers includes rotary-sensored slew drives for steering, sensored leg positioning, independent travel circuits to each track, radius software, GOMACO’s three-sensor radius system, and repeatable mold offset. The Commander IIIx will be a part of GOMACO’s largest display of construction equipment ever taken to CONEXPO-CON/AGG. We invite you to stop by the GOMACO booth and witness the Commander IIIx and GOMACO’s complete line of concrete paving equipment. CONCRETE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS ❘ AIRPORT RUNWAYS ❘ CURB AND GUTTER ❘ SIDEWALKS RECREATIONAL TRAILS ❘ SAFETY BARRIER ❘ BRIDGE PARAPET ❘ BRIDGE DECKS ❘ IRRIGATION CANALS GOMACO CORPORATION IN IDA GROVE, IOWA, USA ❘ 712-364-3347 ForConstructionPros.com/10073152
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W O R LD O F C O NCRETE PREV I EW Products Multiquip HTX- and STX-Series Trowels
Hilti DSH 700-X and DSH 900-X Hand-held Gas Saws
The HTX6H-Series provides 8 ft. of coverage and the ability to pan float and finish floors and the STX6H-Series offers 10 ft. of coverage for pan floating high-tolerance concrete floors. • Fully hydraulic with a 66-hp Hatz liquid-cooled, Tier 4 Final diesel engine • Twin six-blade rotors turn at up to 160 rpm (HTX6H) or up to 130 rpm (STX6H) • Power management system senses engine load to adjust hydraulic pump stroke to allow the engine to perform at peak efficiency • Multifunction screen displays data on engine speed, fuel levels and engine alerts • Include SmartPitch control to synchronize raising and lowering of blade pitch at the touch of a button
The DSH 700-X 70cc gas saw is available in a 14-in. model, while the DSH 900-X 90cc saw comes in 14and 16-in. models. • Equidist SPX, SP and P diamond cutting discs enable cutting a variety of base materials including all types of concrete, masonry and asphalt • Easy Start technology automatically sets the proper amount of choke for more first-pull starts • Cyclone Air Filtration System removes most dust and debris from the engine air intake flow using centrifugal force • Easy-to-access and change starter rope, air filter housing and reinforced blade guard
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WHAT’S ONLINE? MASSIVE TUNNEL PROJECT UNDER SEATTLE CALLS FOR INNOVATIVE TECHNIQUES AND TOOLS JCM Northlink LLC turned to a variety of unique solutions to complete the first segment of the $1.9 billion Northgate Link Extension project destined to connect various areas in and around Seattle, WA.
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The XP825 dual pressure/dual flow air compressor operates at 825 cfm at 125 psi and the HP750 operates at 750 cfm at 150 psi. • Cummins QSB Tier 4 Final engine • Variable pressure and flow settings controlled via a push-button keypad • Doosan-designed airend with efficient rotor profile • Thermostatically controlled engine-driven cooling fan with hydraulic clutch • Feature a 102-gal. fuel tank, redesigned control panel, corrosion-resistant, galvanneal steel enclosure, heavy-duty A-frame detachable drawbar with multiple brake configurations and dualaxle running gear
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Power Curber 5700-C The 5700-C includes the Smart Amp control system, which offers the simplicity of an analog system with the features of a digital system. • Paves curb/sidewalk up to 7 ft. wide in the offset position or 10 ft. in the center pour position and barrier/parapet up to 5 ft. tall (8 ft. with optional MAX Package) • Hydraulic adjustable offset • Standard single-lane or optional dual-side pouring capability • 130-hp Cummins QSB4.5-130C turbocharged diesel engine • Three hydraulically powered crawler tracks with planetary gear reduction
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Products W O RLD OF CONCRETE PREVIEW
GOMACO Commander III Xtreme The three-track Commander III Xtreme features the Extreme Package, which includes rotary-sensored slew drives for steering, sensored leg positioning, independent travel circuits to each track, radius software, three-sensor radius system and repeatable mold offset. • Able to slipform a 24-in. radius • Extreme radius software bundle for the G+ control system allows the radius size to be programmed into the controller • G+ manages all aspects of traveling around the radius, including track angles and variable track speeds • Extreme turn capability with intelligent All-Track Steering and All-Track Positioning
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Caterpillar D3K2 Mulcher
2017 Chevy Silverado HD The 6.6L Duramax V8 turbo diesel offered in the Silverado HD has a 19% increase in maximum torque, generating 445 hp and 910 lbs.-ft. of torque. • Duramax-equipped models include a hood scoop that drives cool, dry air into the engine for sustained performance and cooler engine temperatures while trailering on steep grades and other difficult conditions • Stronger cylinder block, heads and rotating and reciprocating assembly • Electrically actuated, electronically controlled turbocharger • Integrated oil cooler ensures more consistent temperatures at higher engine loads
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The factory-built D3K2 Mulcher combines the solid foundation of the D3K2 dozer with the ruggedly designed HM518 mulcher to take on a mix of small- to medium-diameter material. • HM518 mulcher with 72-in.-wide drum • Available with conventional long (XL) or low ground pressure (LGP) undercarriage • Pressurized cab offers 360° visibility and is fitted with screens and “poly-carb” windows • Hydraulically adjustable push guard and hydraulically operated front hood provide added safety • Mulcher can be removed and an optional VPAT (variable-pitch/angle/tilt) blade installed
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Mack TerraPro with GuardDog The GuardDog Connect integrated telematics solution is now available and standard in all TerraPro Cabover models equipped with a Mack MP engine. • Proactive diagnostic and repair planning system monitors fault codes that could potentially shut down a truck or lead to unplanned maintenance • Enables quick diagnosis of issues, proactive scheduling for repairs and confirmation that needed parts are in stock and ready to install, all while the truck is still on the job • TerraPro models can be configured for applications such as a concrete pump, dump, mixer or refuse vehicle
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W O R LD O F C O NCRETE PREV I EW Products Trimble Spectra Precision LT52 Point and Crossline Laser The Spectra Precision LT52 Point and Crossline laser combines a five-beam laser pointer with a horizontal and vertical crossline laser to form a versatile laser tool. • Can be configured with the optional Spectra Precision HR220 Line Receiver for short-range exterior general leveling and alignment tasks • Points focused for easy marking and visible up to 200 ft. away • Cross beams provide a 210° fan angle that intersects the side and overhead points • Includes a tough housing and specified to withstand a 3-ft. drop test
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Wirtgen SP 15i Concrete Slipform Paver The 28,500-lb. SP 15i lays curb and gutter, barrier, sidewalk, V-ditch, special applications and slabs, and can be quickly configured on-site for left- or right-side pouring. • Offers a 6-ft. maximum paving width and 4-ft. 3-in. maximum barrier/parapet placement height and is capable of pouring offset profiles and sidewalk up to 6 ft. • All-track steering and positioning enable tight, smooth radius pours • Accepts AutoPilot GPS-based stringless control technology • 127-hp Deutz TCD 4.1 L4 Tier 4 Interim engine with Eco mode
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Felling 8-ft. Air Ramp Option An 8-ft. air ramp option is available to accommodate the load angles necessary to load low clearance equipment with a gentler more gradual incline. • Offered on deck-over low profile tags and semi trailers and with 13° and 11° load angles available • Includes two Firestone air bags and two cushion cylinders • Requires 120 psi • Available with wood inlaid and self-cleaning 5” x 3” angle iron • Option of air ride suspension when air is dropped
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Brass Knuckle Orange Crush Safety Goggles The Orange Crush safety goggles features specialized channels along the brow line to move water and sweat away from the eyes. • Rubber gasket seals glasses snugly against the face and is removable for conversion to standard protective eyewear • Liquid splash protection • N-FOG PLUS anti-fog technology • Optional strap locks into temple for extra-secure fit
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Ford STX Package for 2017 Pickup Trucks The STX Appearance Package is available for 2017 F-150 and Super Duty trucks, providing a stylish, well-optioned package. • Available in SuperCab or SuperCrew configurations on the F-150 and in all cab configurations in the Super Duty • F-150 STX includes 20-in. machinedaluminum wheels, a black billet-style grille, SYNC 3 with 8-in. center stack touch screen and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and more • Super Duty STX adds a chrome grille, chrome front and rear step bumpers, steering wheel-mounted cruise control, aluminum wheels and more
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Applied Machinery Sales Merlo Panoramic Telehandlers The Panoramic system provides 360° panoramic visibility, enhancing safety, performance, comfort and more in this telehandler range. • Models from compacts to highperformance units with 8,300- to 26,500-lb. maximum load capacities • 28-ft. 2-in. to 59-ft. 5-in. maximum lift heights with maximum reach from 15 ft. 1 in. to 43 ft. 3 in. • Available features include boom side shift, frame leveling, a load-sensing hydraulic pump and four-wheel drive with three steering modes
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Case SV340 Skid Steer The SV340 vertical lift skid steer has a rated operating capacity of 3,400 lbs. and bucket breakout force of 9,531 lbs. • Available with 24.2-gpm standard auxiliary hydraulics or optional high flow at 38.7 gpm and 3,450 psi or enhanced high flow at 35 gpm and 4,000 psi • 90-hp FPT engine with selective catalytic reduction and no need for a diesel particulate filter • EZ-EH (electrohydraulic) controls provide nine adjustable speed and control sensitivity settings that can be adjusted on the fly • Push-button Ride Control • Wide cab features low entry threshold for easy access and greater visibility down to the bucket/attachment
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The FiberMax Heavy Duty and Super Duty Dunnage pads provide a rigid foundation for outrigger-enabled equipment, including concrete pumping equipment and mobile cranes. • Heavy Duty 0.75-in. option offers a crush rating of 2,000 psi and rated capacity of 200,000 lbs. • Two Super Duty 1.5-in. options feature a crush rating of 2,500 psi and a rated capacity of 250,000 lbs. • Not affected by the elements or prolonged use and guaranteed to be unbreakable
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W O R LD O F C O NCRETE PREV I EW Products MBW F36 and F46 Walk-behind Power Trowels These 36- and 46-in. walk-behind power trowels feature heavy bearings, output shafts, gears, spiders and blade arms. • Longer handles provide greater leverage, are adjustable to the operator and absorb trowel torque • Balanced for performance and reduced operator fatigue
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Honda EB2800i Inverter Generator
SKILSAW MEDUSAW Concrete Saw The MEDUSAW worm drive concrete saw includes an integrated wet/dry dust management system. • Cut-Ready adjustable plunge lock • Integrated rolling foot plate with rubber wheels • Retractable front pointer • Comes with an onboard multi-function wrench to change blades, oil, brushes, water feed attachment and wheels
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The EB2800i open-frame industrial inverter generator delivers quiet operation, high-quality power, fuel efficiency and long run times. • Rugged, full-frame protection with lightweight open frame • Weighs less than 67 lbs. • Powers equipment and tools up to 2,800 watts • GFCI-protected receptacles
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Wacker Neuson LTV Series Light Towers The LTV series light towers feature a compact design and an adjustable vertical mast that extends 23 ft. and can rotate 360° for optimum lighting flexibility. • LTV6 offered with a 12.2-hp Kohler or 13.1-hp Kubota engine and available with a 6-kW Mecc Alte generator • LTV8 has a 15.4-hp Kubota engine and an 8-kW Mecc Alte generator • Ground level mast rotator provides for faster light positioning • Can withstand winds up to 65 mph • Can be set up quickly and run for more than 95 hours due to the 45-gal. fuel tank
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Kenworth T880 Set-forward Axle The set-forward front axle configuration of the T880 vocational truck is available with a 114-in. BBC and 28-in. bumper setting to meet Federal Bridge Formula specs. • Also offered with 29.5- and 31.5-in. bumper settings • Can be spec’d with the mixer tapered (114-in. BBC), dump tapered (115.5-in. BBC) or straight box bumpers (117.5-in. BBC) in various finishes and materials • Set-forward front axles range from 14,600- to 22,800-lb. ratings • Single, tandem or tridem drive axles and a variety of factory-installed lift axles available
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S AFE T Y & TH E C O N T R A C T O R By Bruno Silla
GPR is the Key to
CONCRETE CUTTING SAFETY Simple scanning can prevent potentially costly losses.
Structural radar imaging is a service that can quickly pay for itself via enhanced safety and reduced costs. Images provided by GSSI.
W
hether you’re retrofitting buildings to make them earthquake-proof or ADA-compliant, or remodeling existing structures to add capacity, it’s essential to know exactly how to avoid hazards that may be contained within concrete. More and more contractors are turning to ground penetrating radar (GPR) scanning to identify exactly where to cut and drill to reach vital building components and avoid necessary structural supports and conduit lines. California-based Penhall Company offers concrete cutting, coring, demolition and repair services. Penhall Technologies is a division of the company specializing in GPR scanning services. It has been using the technology in the U.S. since 2001, and even longer in Canada. Penhall Technologies considers GPR the most reliable, non-destructive way to locate targets and hazards within structures prior to cutting or coring. The company has 38 locations in 18 states and Canada, and operates across North America. It sees a variety of regional building
trends that affect the need for scanning. In California and other parts of the West Coast, the company does a lot of scanning work for floor and wall retrofit core placement while retrofitting hospitals and universities for earthquakes. In Hawaii, projects include beach front property remodeling. Rather than full building demolition, builders strip a building down and use the concrete base to piece together an entirely new ADA-compliant structure. In addition, the company scans for rebar in existing structures in cities with older buildings (e.g., San Francisco or Washington, DC). “We’ve seen an increase in column reinforcement projects where people want to add extra levels to a stadium, parking structure or airport,” says Simon James, president, Penhall Technologies. “In the past, they may have had to demo the entire structure and start over. But now, because the engineer can avoid hazards within the concrete, they’re able to actually calculate how much weight that column can bear with extra reinforcement.”
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James explains that until about 15 years ago, workers going in “blind” while cutting into existing structures often risked hitting live conduit. “Now many industry experts recognize that cutting into these hazard types can be devastating if people do not scan first. GPR technology makes the project far safer and I consider its use to be a real game changer,” he comments.
GPR control unit coupled with a variety of antennas for specific needs. Examples include a 1,600-MHz general-purpose concrete antenna, 400-MHz utility detection and mapping antenna and a 2,000-MHz Palm Antenna, a compact, integrated antenna for tightly spaced areas such as corners, against walls and around obstructions. “The ability to interchange antennas is very valuable in more complicated scanning situations, especially for in-ground utility scanning,” says James. The process begins with a site survey, during which the scanner leaves the equipment in the car and meets with the customer on site to discuss exactly what the customer wants to achieve. The scanner then walks around and notes every hazard. This pre-task planning includes looking for any structural signals that may point to a potential problem — for example, if there is a horizontal beam, there may be conduit
along the floor. The scanner also looks for other trades that may be working unsafely near the concrete cutting area and tries to eliminate the risks. James likens this process to the one used by detectives. “We ask [scanners] to talk to the customer and be aware of the environment, the floor and other utility lines. They look in advance to see if there is posttension cabling, and note the gauge of the rebar, before they even get their equipment out,” he says. “They can avoid a major disaster by taking these 10 to 15 minutes to scope out the job.” Scanners are also encouraged to share anything new or challenging and to contact another scanner “live” to get a second opinion, especially when as-built drawings do not match GPR data — a common issue. They have also gone directly to GPR equipment supplier GSSI when faced with unusual situations to get advice on data interpretation.
AN INVESTIGATIVE PROCESS Penhall uses a variety of equipment for scanning. A large percentage of its projects are conducted using a handheld device that combines a screen and antenna in one unit. The equipment is small and lightweight, which makes it easily maneuverable. This is extremely important for ergonomics, since GPR technicians (scanners) can be on the job for eight to 10 hours a day. When they need to get more granular with the depth or for unusual spaces, scanners use a larger
Scanning is conducted using a handheld device that combines a screen and antenna in one unit. The equipment is small and lightweight, which makes it easily maneuverable.
DATA ANALYSIS IS KEY Data analysis is crucial to the quality of the work and the ability to safely and accurately pinpoint hazards. “It is as important to investigate the environment we are scanning and not only understand and assess a hazard, but also be able to evaluate anomalies in the data for potential issues,” says Elizabeth Wilson, Penhall’s director of field operations. “It takes knowledge, training, and experience to correctly interpret GPR data.” This knowledge base is enhanced by Penhall’s training and mentoring
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philosophy. Two-person teams include a newer employee paired with a more experienced scanner. Expert scanners from California and Toronto hubs mentor staff, oversee their work and check results. At a major university stadium project in Arizona, contractors needed The company believes it a very accurate scan of rebar placement prior to cutting into columns. takes a special aptitude to Penhall analysts were able to sample scan the columns with the precision understand the science behind GPR. To get employees with needed to develop a plan to keep the project moving safely forward. the right skills, Penhall has begun to hire from outside the construction industry — for example, those with a geology or geophysics background. It also has a very active focus on hiring veterans, including those with non-destructive testing or bomb disposal training.
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Much like insurance, scanning brings a peace of mind for safety and cost savings that adds the real value. The bottom line is that cutting without scanning is a gamble. In addition, doing a small sample core or cut can help solidify data found in the scan. Taking a few minutes to test an area can prevent many potentially costly losses. ET
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According to Penhall, structural radar imaging is a service that quickly pays for itself many times over. For example, GPR was used to help ensure jobsite safety at a major hotel where the owners wanted to build a shopping mall on top of a multi-story compound. One option was to demolish the compound, which posed a host of cost and safety issues. Instead, the owners decided to build on top of the building by reinforcing the entire structure. Reinforcing the structure required drilling into the basement and installing reinforcing rebar and concrete columns. “Drilling into the basement can do more harm than good,” says James. “We were able to core and scan the area. An accurate understanding of where all the existing structural elements were in the basement enabled the contractor to avoid damaging the existing structure.” Another example was a mini skyscraper project in Canada in which a contractor was renovating two floors of a building and installing disabled bathrooms. Safely installing all the necessary plumbing was a challenge because the floors contained a variety of structural elements running through them, including post-tension cable. Cutting post-tension cable is not only dangerous for the structure and integrity of the building, notes James, it’s extremely dangerous for whoever cuts it. The cables are under incredibly high tension and can whiplash. There are no drawings that accurately lay out where the cables are, or even if the cables are in the concrete. With the help of GPR, Penhall’s staff was able to identify the precise location of existing cables and enable the cutting crew to cut safely without causing any damage. The plumbers were then able to go to the jobsite and safely renovate the bathrooms. At a major university stadium project in Arizona, contractors needed to reinforce columns. To ensure their structural
integrity, it was critical that they not cut into the columns’ rebar. With no room for error, a very accurate scan of the rebar placement was required. Penhall analysts were able to sample scan columns with precision and enable the engineers and scanning team to build a plan that would keep the project moving forward safely.
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COM PACT I O N E Q U I P M E N T By Darrell Engle & Tim Hoffman
Select Compaction Equipment that
WON’T CRUSH YOUR PROFITS Look for equipment that can help you avoid downtime and maximize ROI.
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ompaction equipment plays a vital role in compacting base materials, and thus in the quality and integrity of a finished surface. So it’s important to choose a soil compactor for what it can accomplish on a project, as well as what it can accomplish in terms of productivity and uptime.
SMALL EQUIPMENT, BIG RESULTS
Intelligent compaction systems on larger soil rollers can reduce the risk of under- and over-compaction, saving time and cost on projects.
Light compaction equipment such as plates and rammers can be used on a range of small- to medium-sized projects, from small patios to larger driveways. Such equipment requires a relatively minimal investment. When selecting a light soil compactor, make sure it is dependable and easy to use and maintain to ensure several years of use with routine maintenance. Generally, look for units that are highly maneuverable and include features to reduce servicing downtime. For a slightly bigger paving job, such as a driveway, plate compactors can ensure a solid, deep base layer of granular soil. Look for models that travel quickly (some as fast as 105 fpm) to help complete projects faster. You can also save time with models that have a compaction indicator. This will take the guesswork out of knowing when the ground is compacted and help prevent over compaction. Rammers can achieve maximum productivity when
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compacting cohesive and granular soils in narrow areas, such as around structures. Lightweight units with narrow tamping feet (some as narrow as 6 in.) make it easy to maneuver close to obstacles.
BIG EQUIPMENT, BIG POTENTIAL Larger soil rollers enable you to tackle more sizable jobs, such as parking lots, while also maximizing time spent compacting soils, which saves on labor costs. Whether you’re renting or purchasing, look for features that maximize productivity and uptime. Cross-mounted engines sit perpendicular to the frame, allowing technicians to easily reach components and the hydraulic pump inside the engine compartment. As a result, maintenance is easier and faster. If the operator needs to strain or bend to see the drum edge and working surface, it could impact their productivity. Units with sliding seats and userfriendly controls that move with the operator will provide optimal visibility to the working surface and drum edge, as well as eliminate the need to lean or twist. Also consider what it will cost to run the unit. Rollers with rpm management systems can reduce fuel consumption as much as 15% by automatically idling the diesel engine after 10 seconds in neutral. While an intelligent compaction (IC) system might not be a great fit for every contractor, those working on larger projects typically find the system pays off over time. Having an IC system
Light compaction equipment such as plate compactors and rammers can be relatively inexpensive and offer high ROI potential.
optimizes soil compaction by providing real-time data such as pass counts and relative stiffness of the soil. Some systems use GNSS to track the number of completed passes, and drum-mounted accelerometers to measure the surface’s relative material stiffness. This means the operator can review stiffness results and minimize the number of passes almost immediately. This reduces the risk of under or over compaction, which can be time consuming and costly to remedy. The system also allows the contractor to set project parameters, which alert the
accelerometers that measure the drums’ responses to ground conditions about 3 to 5 ft. below the surface. As surface density increases, the frequency response of the drum changes. The accelerometers measure that change, which registers on the display inside the cab. This shows the operator if additional passes are required or when optimal compaction is achieved.
AFTER THE SALE As with any equipment, manufacturer and dealer support after the initial sale protects your investment and, in some instances, can extend the service life of the machine. Equipment training from the dealer or manufacturer maximizes operator productivity, as well as reduces the risk of premature equipment wear. Some manufacturers offer training on site.
Larger soil rollers enable you to tackle more sizable jobs... while also maximizing time spent compacting soils, which saves on labor costs. operator after achieving optimal compaction levels. From a quality assurance standpoint, the data from IC systems can be used to prove that compaction standards were met. When considering IC systems, look for units that offer mapping capabilities that show missed areas, spots that need additional passes and where over-compaction has occurred. Also look for a system with
Operator manuals come with the machine but it can be helpful if the supplier also posts them online. This gives operators and mechanics 24/7 access to address questions that might come up during operation or maintenance. ET
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When Setting Expectations
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A sensitivity analysis can help you put a plan in place for both positive and negative revenue movement in 2017.
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t’s hard to believe but it’s time to discuss and plan for another New Year. More importantly, we have to deal with it in terms of executing a business plan and related financial goals for the year. You do have a plan, don’t you? If not, you still have time to put one together, along with some sensitivity analysis that takes into account both positive and negative trends that develop as the year progresses. The sensitivity analysis is important but not complex in most cases. You prepare your best guess plan for the year (or by quarter if that works better for you) and then put some thought into what happens if you find revenues move higher or lower than planned. What would you have to do in those cases to both improve financial results and avoid negative outcomes to the business — keeping in mind that both positive and negative impacts mean changes in cash flow? So let’s say your backlog and run rates are well above what you planned. Only good news, right? If you’ve been paying attention, you would answer that question with a “maybe.” It is “maybe” because revenue increases require more payroll, material cost and overhead, and maybe you don’t have the capital base to support that level of revenue. So all of a sudden the good news becomes a significant drag on cash flow and you find yourself in a financial bind. On the other hand, lower revenues than expected are not always negative. Having a plan and a budget for personnel, materials and overhead gives you the ability to adjust expenses pretty quickly to conserve cash and adjust the plan for the balance of the year using the revised revenue base. In addition, the work you are left with may be more profitable than the marginal work you didn’t get or lost; the people you keep will be your most productive workers; and your monthly “nut” related to marginal work is less. The only fly in the ointment when revenues are less than expected relates to long-term financial commitments made by leasing or buying equipment that may not pay for itself at the revised revenue base. If you feel your projections are shaky, I would suggest you avoid financial commitments and rent what you need until you feel the cash flow will support a commitment.
economy, but at the same time cautions that some construction areas will start to slow down. Knowing that equipment rental rates were basically stagnant in 2016, I expect any annual increase in rental volume to be the result of additional time utilization, which translates into more work being performed. In other words, the ARA forecast is good news for contractors as far as I am concerned. The expected growth rates range from 3.4% in 2017 up to 4.6% in 2020 — not bad for an industry that has excess fleet to deal with as a result of declines in the energy sector. Of course, this is assuming nothing major happens to the world economy during that period. If President Trump delivers on his infrastructure plan, energy plan, tax plan and regulation reduction program, the U.S. should maintain its world economic leader status. Specifically, both nonresidential and commercial work have been growing at doubledigit rates since 2011, which is basically not sustainable and is expected to decrease to a 6% to 7% range. The manufacturing sector is also expected to slow due to the strong dollar and reduction of work in the energy markets (which may reverse if OPEC raises oil prices). Schools and healthcare facilities continue to be strong and should stay that way as the housing market gets back to 1.5 million new homes per year. On the other side of the coin, we are seeing less activity in government buildings and commercial facilities. Changes in the retail business from retail locations to e-commerce should generate demand for warehouses and logistic facilities to move product. In summary, we see a lot of balls in the air that can fall on either the plus side or the negative side. It’s all the more reason to carefully plan out the work without overextending yourself simply because you’re excited about prospects for the type of work you do. Remember the last time you were promised “shovel-ready” projects? Let’s not kid ourselves — all of the prospects discussed over and above work that is already in the pipeline could be years away. So let’s take it as it comes, keeping the sensitivity analysis options in mind. As I keep saying, profits mean nothing if they do not show up in your bank account. ET
Having a plan and a budget for personnel, materials and overhead gives you the ability to adjust expenses pretty quickly to conserve cash and adjust the plan for the balance of the year using the revised revenue base.
MIXED OPPORTUNITIES FOR 2017 The American Rental Association (ARA) forecast for the next five years reflects rental revenue growth in excess of the general
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