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German demolition company makes fast work of motorway junction

German demolition company makes fast work of motorway junction

Published 12/9, 2023 at 12:58

Using ten Volvo crawler excavators each fitted with an Epiroc hydraulic breaker, local demolition company Mexner dismantled the Mainz South motorway interchange overnight during the weekend of 7 – 10 July 2023. Critical to completing the demolition in the shortest possible time was the power of the Epiroc hydraulic attachments, manufactured in the Epiroc factory in Essen since 1963.

Aquajet expands its accessories for ‘Aqua Cutter’ 750V

Published 12/9, 2023 at 11:51

Aquajet, a specialist in the design and manufacture of innovative hydrodemolition technology, has introduced an extension kit, rotolance and hybrid kit optimised for its Aqua Cutter 750V robot with patented infinity oscillation.

Small in stature, big on performance

Small in stature, big on performance

Published 12/9, 2023 at 11:50

Despite their small size, mini excavators can play an important role on any jobsite. With this in mind, Kobelco continually reviews and improves its mini excavator range in order to meet the increasing demands of operators.

Epiroc ‘Solid Body’ breakers provides 30 years of reliability

Epiroc ‘Solid Body’ breakers provides 30 years of reliability

Published 12/9, 2023 at 10:59

The Solid Body concept for hydraulic breakers turns 30, with the popular and trusted range of tools in Epiroc’s broad portfolio of excavator attachments, remaining a major reason why Epiroc business partners and customers have confidence in Epiroc.

steinexpo 2023 breaks records

steinexpo 2023 breaks records

Published 12/9, 2023 at 10:59

This year's edition of the German fair steinexpo was a very successful event with 305 exhibiting companies and 61,700 visitors during the four show days..

Time for Demtech 2023 in India

Time for Demtech 2023 in India

Published 12/9, 2023 at 10:18

Very soon the second edition of India’s own demolition and recycling conference, Demtech, will open its doors. It all takes place on the 28-29 September at White Petals in Bengaluru. The organiser is once again the Indian Demolition Association (IDA). Here we cover what will be happening.

Ecomondo – the green technology expo

Ecomondo – the green technology expo

Published 12/9, 2023 at 10:15

From 7-10 November in Rimini, Italy, it is again time for Ecomondo to take place. The show covers a wide variety of development and news in terms of green technology. For PDi, the focus will be on manufacturers of attachments and machines for demolition, recycling and scrap handling.

Tyrolit announces return of ‘Cutting Pro Competition’

Tyrolit announces return of ‘Cutting Pro Competition’

Published 12/9, 2023 at 10:14

Some of the leading concrete drilling and sawing professionals are currently competing in the local qualifying rounds for Tyrolit’s 2024 Cutting Pro Competition.

Tyrolit and Mollo Noleggio strengthen relationship

Tyrolit and Mollo Noleggio strengthen relationship

Published 12/9, 2023 at 10:12

Tyrolit recently announced a major agreement for the sale of more than 200 machines with Italy’s leading rental company Mollo Noleggio. All machines are already available for rent at Mollo rental centres throughout Italy.

Hilti’s bespoke diamond wire saws for complex decommissioning

Published 12/9, 2023 at 10:09

Hilti offers bespoke diamond wire saws developed for complex decomissioning environments. As of yet, Hilti has more than 50 bespoke solutions and a presence in 74 nuclear power plants.

Hyundai enters 10t wheeled excavator market

Hyundai enters 10t wheeled excavator market

Published 12/9, 2023 at 10:05

HD Hyundai Construction Equipment Europe is expanding its wheeled excavator range with the launch of the HW100A. This is a compact, highly versatile machine, that aims to deliver what Hyundai claims to be a best in class operator environment, a powerful driveline, multiple steering modes and a range of chassis layouts to suit all job sites.

Demolition using an DMW 220 cutter wheel

Demolition using an DMW 220 cutter wheel

Published 12/9, 2023 at 10:03

The city of Kassel in the German state of Hesse is gearing up for the future. At the sewage treatment plant, two aging stormwater overflow basins are being replaced by larger ones. To demolish the massive, ring shaped concrete rims of the basins, the contractor Schnittger decided to a Kemroc DMW 220 cutter wheel to complete the work faster.

Electric locomotive on the road through Mexico

Electric locomotive on the road through Mexico

Published 12/9, 2023 at 09:59

For the new Tren Maya railway, the Pesado heavy haulage company was commissioned to transport an electric locomotive weighing approx. 180t over a distance of 2,250 km, from San Luis Potosi to Valladolid, Yucatan.

Wheel loaders and trucks 2023

Wheel loaders and trucks 2023

Published 12/9, 2023 at 09:58

This year sees many new wheel loaders rolling out on the market. These include the DL-7 from Develon, a mid-sized series from Liebherr, a new model and two concept machines from Bobcat, plus the ‘Cary-Lift 204i’ from Pettibone.

Büscher builds a brand new house out of 75% recycled concrete and demolition waste

Published 12/9, 2023 at 09:56

The German company Büscher is said to be the first company in the world to have built a complete house out of 75% recycled construction and demolition waste, with the load bearing and non-load-bearing interior wall elements being made of 100% recycled aggregates. Appropriately, the sustainable house was built using sustainable production equipment.

Komatsu Europe launches an all new electric PC33E-6 mini excavator

Komatsu Europe launches an all new electric PC33E-6 mini excavator

Published 12/9, 2023 at 09:54

Komatsu Europe has announced its latest innovation, the PC33E-6, a new 3t class electric mini excavator equipped with a lithium ion battery. Designed to set new standards in emission free operation, with what the company says are exceptional performance and unrivalled safety features, the new machine has been developed to lead the way to a future of clean and caring practices and emission free operation.

JCB ‘Wastemaster’ models to star at RWM Expo 2023

JCB ‘Wastemaster’ models to star at RWM Expo 2023

Published 12/9, 2023 at 09:53

At RWM Expo 2023, JCB will showcase a series of machines from its Wastemaster range. This, according to JCB, is the most extensive line up of dedicated waste and recycling materials handling equipment in the industry.

VTN celebrates 50 years

VTN celebrates 50 years

Published 12/9, 2023 at 09:52

On June 24, the Italian attachment manufacturer VTN celebrated their 50th anniversary at their premises in Veneto. Under the slogan “Thinking Out of the Box”, the event included speeches, tours and celebrations honoring the legacy of the family-owned enterprise.

Dependable expendable: New trends in excavator attachments

Dependable expendable: New trends in excavator attachments

Published 12/9, 2023 at 09:47

Being at the frontline of every demolition and recycling project, excavator attachments’ service life is always limited. Reliable yet expendable work tools, they help general and specialist contractors solve any demolition or recycling task, no matter how complex. PDi’s Andrei Bushmarin analyses the latest trends in demolition and recycling attachments.

Recycling specialist Lindner opens its new home of recycling

Recycling specialist Lindner opens its new home of recycling

Published 12/9, 2023 at 09:45

On 22 June 2023, the Lindner family business invited longtime associates and partners to the official opening of the new company headquarters in Spittal/Drau, Austria. In addition, the company celebrated its 75th anniversary and the 10th anniversary of its subsidiary, Lindner Washtech.

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