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SED Preview: Ready for Rockingham EHN previews significant products appropriate for hire to be launched at SED from 16-18 May at its new Rockingham Performance Park location, near Corby. Makita to highlight HAV management As
well
as
promoting
its
latest
power
tools
on
its
own
stand,
Makita
UK
is
supporting
daily
seminars
on
HAV
in
the
business
centre
on
the
showground.
The
free
60-minute
sessions
will
include
presentations
from
the
Health
&
Safety
Executive,
medical
professionals
and
power
tool
specialists.
"Our
aim
is
to
simply
deliver
the
HAV
risk
avoidance
message
without
the
waffle
that
has
been
surrounding
this
subject,"
contends
Marketing
Manager
Andrew
Helby.
“Presenters
will
focus
on
‘how-to’
guidance
for
site
safety
managers
–
how
to
manage
trigger
time,
how
to
calculate
the
exposure
points
system,
how
to
control
vibration
risks
and
how
to
avoid
prosecution
and
claims.”
Visitors to the stand will have a ‘hands-on’ opportunity to feel how Makita’s Anti Vibration Technology (AVT) can reduce vibration levels, even on larger equipment like the 30kg HM1810 demolition breaker. Imer Direct adds more to the mix Imer Direct GB and its suppliers design and manufacture cutting, lifting, mixing and shifting equipment for all types of construction sites.Prominent on the stand will be the Small 50 and Koine3/4/5 mortar and plaster spraying machines, which can also spray various types of paints and finishing materials. The Silent 300 model comes with 30m of hose as standard and is designed for conventional and pre-mixed mortars. The Mover 270D/DE models, which are offered in diesel or electric versions, are designed for pumping floor screeds and come with 40m of hose as standard. The Silent and Mover units are towable and can be supplied with road-going lights. JCB completes zero tail swing line-up JCB will launch three mini excavators completing its zero tail swing line-up and which are in the 2.5 tonne, 3 tonne and 3.5 tonne classes. They are positioned between the existing 801 range and the new 8040 ZTS model. Weighing just under 2700kg, the 8025ZTS is narrower and slightly lighter than the 8027ZTS it replaces. It can be transported behind a small truck on a 3.5 tonne plant trailer, with a selection of buckets or attachments. The machine has a 28hp engine, as does the 3200kg 8030ZTS, which is targeted at hire companies. The 3700kg 8035ZTS has a 32hp engine and replaces the conventional 804 Super. JCB’s new generators, which EHN featured last month, will be displayed. The range comprises 42 models in 18 power nodes from 15-500kVA, available as single or three-phase at 50Hz. All are offered as open units or with sound attenuated canopies. Models from the Vibromax line-up of soil and asphalt compactors will also be on the stand. Larger display from Wacker Wacker has taken a larger stand at SED this year, combining a static site and a demonstration area to illustrate the diversity of its construction products, including compactors, pumps, breakers and drills, together with lighting towers and generators. New products include a remote controlled triple plate, petrol driven submersible pumps and a generator for powering internal vibrators requiring a 42V three-phase supply. The company will highlight developments designed to enhance efficiency and safety, including a new folding handle for the CT36 and CT48 concrete trowels that is designed to provide a balance of control and convenience. Arc-Gen powers up Arc-Gen’s new Powermaker 6DV, a super-silent dual voltage generator, can supply both voltages up to maximum output at the same time, offering 230V and 115V outputs. The brushless generator has built-in voltage compensating windings, is said to offer a stable power source. Soundproofing reduces noise emissions to 62dB at 7m at full load. Powered by a Kubota diesel engine, it has a 25-litre fuel tank providing a minimum of 12 hours operation. Auto-idle is fitted as standard, and other features include automatic shutdown for low oil pressure, high water temperature and battery charge failure. Ammann to launch latest minis Amongst the highlights on the Ammann Equipment stand will be the new Semi-Vio SV15 and SV17 mini excavators in the 1500kg class. These will replace the B15-3, B15-3 Ex and B18 Ex Series B machines. The newcomers have a reduced rear swing radius of only 980mm, enabling use in confined spaces, and they can pass through 1m doorways. They are designed to be more fuel-efficient than their predecessors with reduced levels of noise and emissions, lending themselves to use in populated locations. A new load-sensing hydraulic system allows the simultaneous operation of all machine functions, and the optional cabs are designed for maximum space. The SV15 weighs 1480kg (1580kg with cab) and has a maximum digging depth of 2000mm. It is seen as particularly suitable for general hire fleets. The SV17 is 120kg heavier and its longer dipper arm gives a 2400mm maximum digging depth. It has a second transport speed and a variable hydraulic pump. The SV17 Ex is similar but its undercarriage is variable between 750-1090mm. Ammann will also unveil the Vio15-2A zero tail swing mini, which has a 1680kg operating weight and the undercarriage can be altered between 950-1200mm. New lighting towers will also be displayed. Kubota’s long reach Kubota will exhibit and demonstrate models from its popular mini excavator range, as well as previewing the new zero tail swing 8-tonne KX080-3. Overall, the line-up covers 17 base models from 850kg to 8 tonne. Other machines being shown for the first time at SED will be the 5-tonne U50-3, a zero tail swing model fitted with a long reach arm, and which has a heavier counterweight for stability and improved torque for increased traction. The company will also promote its new key-based security system. Comprehensive GenSet line-up GenSet will show a comprehensive line-up of its generators, from a standard 6.0kVA machine to the ‘ultra silenced’ 100kVA USP sets designed for noise sensitive areas. Also on display will be PowerCube and PowerCell generators built for installation in mobile and static buildings, along with engine-driven site water pumps and electric submersibles. The company recently won a £500,000 order from a major railway contractor for its portable welding machines, and a selection from the range will be displayed, together with lighting products such as the versatile MiniTower, the LinkTower and the VT-1 SuperLight. Sister company, GenQuip, will feature its Groundhog towable welfare units, including the new Piglet. It has the same features as the six-person Groundhog 360, minus the hydraulic installation equipment. Feedback suggested that some contractors carried out work entailing multiple stops during a single day. Although they still needed the Groundhog’s welfare facilities, the hydraulic lowering system was an unwanted dimension when the task was completed and it was time to move to the next job. Instead, the Piglet has a simple four-set outrigger system. The module is moved into position and secured by dropping an outrigger at each corner to the ground. Power for the welfare unit comes from a GenSet PowACcom generator, running on petrol, diesel or LPG. Kanga for high productivity Kanga Loaders will promote its range of stand-on skid steer loaders that are designed for ease of use and high work rates. The company claims that the versatility of the machines enables hirers to achieve fast returns on investment, and that users appreciate the increased productivity of the units compared to using manual labour. The Kanga machines can be fitted with more than 50 quick-fit attachments that enable the user to dig, carry, till, trench, bore holes, plant trees, sweep, break and carry out other tasks. Live demonstrations will be held throughout the Show, aimed at illustrating the performance of the range. Cut it with Husqvarna The Husqvarna Construction Products stand will feature diamond cutting and drilling equipment under the Partner and Dimas brands. Products will be demonstrated throughout SED, including machines designed for low levels of vibration, emissions and noise. The Partner power cutter line-up includes petrol, hydraulic, air and electric-driven models for applications ranging from cutting concrete and stone to brick, asphalt and steel. The K750, which was reviewed in our April issue, features the manufacturer’s Dual Charge two-stroke engine technology that is claimed to give 70% lower exhaust emissions than standard two-stroke engines, and a 25% reduction in noise compared with previous models. Dimas products encompass tile saws, masonry bench saws, wall and wire saws, floor saws and diamond drilling systems, together with diamond blades and core drill bits for all applications. Lombardini targets construction In recent years, Lombardini has concentrated its efforts on developing engines and accessories suitable for the construction market, in particular with the 15LD series of diesel single cylinder units. This series, currently made up of six-cylinder displacements from 225-505cm3, covers a power range from 4.7-11.8hp. The latest development is a silenced version of the 15LD350, enabling Lombardini to offer both the 15LD350, certified to EPAII for the US market, and the 15LD350S for Europe, to optimise noise reduction, in keeping with the most recent and stringent noise level legislation. It will be shown at SED together with other engines in the 15LD series, along with other water-cooled models. The company has five production plants throughout the world and has a total annual output of more than 200,000 engines. Models available include petrol and diesel single cylinder units, air-cooled multi cylinder models and diesel water-cooled multi cylinder engines designed for maximum environmental friendliness. Advances from Speedy Pumps Speedy Pumps will highlight technically advanced pumping equipment solutions available for hire. Occupying pride of place, the Liquidator 6 is a 150mm super-silenced diesel unit designed for fuel efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Developed by GenSet, the machine has a stated noise level of only 59 dBA at 7m and can run for more than 38 hours on a single tank of fuel. The Liquidator 6 can be fitted on a twin axle road-tow trailer for easy positioning, which can do away with the need for lifting equipment or cranes. The stand display will also include examples from Speedy Power’s line-up of power generation equipment, along with details of its new Safeset device, which, the organisation says, could save customers thousands of pounds each year. Try out Fairport’s latest Fairport Construction Equipment’s LHAV 300 plate compactor has been designed specifically to address the issue of HAV. The 300mm-wide machine has a claimed vibration rating of 3.2m/s2 and weighs 50kg. It comes with a water tank and a cast base is available as an option. Visitors will be able to try the machine for themselves on the company’s stand. The SED display will also include cement mixers, concreting tools, bench saws, tile cutters, hydraulic power packs and related tools, and the re-launched Goodenough pump range comprising models from 2-6in. Volvo meets noise targets Volvo’s compact excavators have been redesigned to meet the 2006 European Machinery Directive on noise levels. The company says that its EC25 and EC30 now come in under 94dB(A), while the EC35 and EC45 do not exceed 96dB(A). Also on display at SED will be models from the ECR range of short swing radius compact excavators from 2.5-8 tonnes, designed to meet the needs of operators working in confined areas. The ECR58 and 88 have an automatic two-speed travel system, whereby the speed is automatically shifted from high to low according to the travel load. Volvo will also launch its CareTrack remote monitoring system. It uses satellite and cellular systems to transmit information from a machine to a password protected website that customers can access. Interacting with Volvo’s on-board diagnostics, it enables fitters to reach machines more quickly and with a greater knowledge of any problem, armed with the appropriate tools. LCH expands its fleet At SED, the specialist hirer LCH Generators will announce an investment of over £3.5m in its UK hire fleet, as it adds 365 new items. The company is purchasing a further ten ISO-containerised diesel generators, each with a rated output of 1000kVA, manufactured in France by SDMO Energy. It is also adding another 280 standard FG Wilson canopy sets, covering a range of output power ratings from 10-500kVA. These additions will take LCH Generators’ fleet to nearly 3,000 units. The company will also invest in a further 75 transcube 3,000-litre fuel tanks. UK Sales & Marketing Manager, Lewis Scremin, contends, “This will not only enable us to provide an even better service to our customers, but will also extend our capability in a wider range of applications for temporary, mains-independent, standby and uninterruptible power solutions.” Build it with Belle A highlight of the Belle Group’s display will be an area representing a construction site. The company’s specialist staff will demonstrate how its products can be used during key aspects of house building and will include concrete mixers, screeds, compaction equipment and floor saws. New products will include the RT 65 rammer featuring a narrower body for improved manoeuvrability, and the Pro Tilt 900 and 1200 power trowels with mechanical clutches and chromed ring guards. Also on display will be the company’s diamond blades and the full range of plate compactors designed for low HAV levels. Belle’s mixer range comprising tip-ups, uprights, hand-held stirrers and road-tow models will be on the stand, and the company will demonstrate various wet concrete processes on a separate stand in the Concrete Show arena at the exhibition. Kerb solutions from Probst Probst’s stand will include the full range of the company’s materials handling equipment. Given the continued importance of Health & Safety regarding the laying of kerb stones, the Jumbo BV machine will feature prominently, together with a new trailer-mounted version. The latter can be towed behind a vehicle with a pallet of kerbs, says the company. Other new kerb lifting solutions are expected to be launched at the Show. For mechanised block laying on a large scale, Probst’s VM will be displayed, together with the AL block cutter range. Also on view will be the Easy Clean high-pressure water cleaning system designed for removing moss and debris from paved surfaces without the surrounding area or the operator coming into contact with the dirty water or the removed material. Smooth finishing from MBW MBW’s stand will feature the ScreeDemon concrete screeder, which is available with a range of beams up to 6m long. It is designed to vibrate uniformly along its length for a smooth surface finish. The company’s plate compactor line-up will also be on display, including the GPS range from 300-450mm. The handles are designed for low levels of HAV and the machines are now available with wheel kits for greater manoeuvrability and to reduce risk from manual handling. Larger line-up from Seddons Seddons (Plant and Engineers) describes its packed stand as a “show within a show”, with a presence that is 30% larger than last year. Nicknamed the Seddon Village, it will accommodate demonstrations of Honda Engines’ new GXH50 petrol mixer engine with advanced oil alert, as well as Honda Power Equipment’s tracked power dumpers, in 650kg standard tip and 500kg high tip versions. Seddons RPM (Refurbished Plant Machinery) will launch its Big Red Plant Pal, a plant parts and accessories reference manual. One of Seddons’ business partners, Winget, will highlight its concrete mixers and tracked power dumpers, while Pramac will show its P6000 6kVA generator. Stihl will exhibit its construction and grounds care equipment, including the TS400 cut-off saw with a free water tank, and the new TS800 model. Special promotions from Seddons and its partner companies will be highlighted on a World Cup 2006 wall chart, to be given free to visitors. Innovation from CompAir CompAir will introduce its C20GS portable compressor/generator, which simultaneously provides 2m3 and 6kVA of electricity. It will be shown powering a GenSet LinkTower lighting set and is part of a range offering outputs up to 3m3. The company will show other models from its portable compressor and tool ranges appropriate for the hire industry, designed for low levels of noise and vibration. Twin approach from A-Plant A-Plant will showcase a range of new equipment on two separate stands. An external stand will feature GenSet tower lights and generators, as well as equipment offered through the hirer’s Powered Access division. The company’s Pavilion stand will exhibit products offered through its Plant and Tools division, including low-level access solutions such as the Pop-Up Tower. Designed to be fully stable with a safe working load of 240kg, it has a fully extended platform height of 1.63m, giving an average working height of 3.63m. Its compact size and weight allow it to fit onto a small vehicle. A-Plant’s new Site Safety Pack will be promoted, which gives information on subjects ranging from HAV and working in confined spaces, to manual handling and the safe use of access scaffolds and ladders. AL-Vac Mantis hatches AL-Vac UK will launch its Mantis vacuum lifter. With a lifting capacity of 160kg, it is designed for the safe handling of kerbs, slabs and other heavy or awkward loads. A gas strut raises the height of the lifting head for handling stacked slabs and kerbs off a pallet. The Mantis also incorporates height-adjustable handles and the wheel width can be altered for extra stability and to accommodate wider loads. Other machines on show will include the Handyman Super, Handy, 1600 Lux and the Mini Truck and Van Crane. Anniversary for Avant Tecno Finnish manufacturer Avant Tecno is celebrating ten years of serving the UK market. At SED the company will promote its popular range of skid steer and articulated machines under 1000kg. They can accept nearly 100 attachments, making them suitable for hire to professionals working in many industries, including construction, demolition, landscaping, fencing, and particularly in areas with narrow access. Avant Tecno (UK) recently moved to larger premises near Norwich, and has just appointed Matt Coleman (pictured) to its Sales & Customer Support team. GAP promotes Health & Safety GAP’s stand will highlight the issues of safety, technology and security. Health & Safety Manager, Malcolm Campbell, will be present to discuss legislation affecting the industry concerning manual handling, work at height, HAV and noise. Also on the stand will be a giant working model of the PDAs (personal digital assistants) that GAP has at each depot. Drivers and hire and sales co-ordinators use the device to gain an electronic signature that is then e-mailed to the customer’s procurement department, reducing invoice queries. Equipment on display will include Kubota mini excavators fitted with the latest anti-theft and tracking systems, and the new trestle handrail developed by Generation Ltd, plus various podium towers. Also on show will be Partner cut-off saws, Belle mixers, CompAir compressors and Blakley site electrics systems. Orogeny spins its web Orogeny will demonstrate its BlueRidge web system. It enables customers to log onto a secure website to view account information such as what equipment they have on hire (site by site), past and current transactions, and to view and download copy invoices and hire contracts. BlueRidge is integrated with Syrinx hire and asset management software. Orogeny believes that the combination of the products not only saves companies time and money through less staff interruptions, but that it also provides superior customer service as the system is accessible day and night. Orogeny claims that it is well placed to offer IT solutions to hire and construction companies, with the ability to provide Sage for financial solutions, Syrinx as the front-end hire system, BlueRidge as the extranet facility, and the ACT! package for customer relationship management (CRM), as well as various technical services. Executive Hire News › Archives › May 2006 › SED Preview › Ready for Rockingham
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