June 2005
The L1204D - one of four new models and the first of the next generation D-series to join the Bell front-end loader range. See page 14.
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Investec, Corobrik deal and developments at Kopano
Investec Private Equity takes a stake in Corobrik, whilst alliance company, Kopano has big plans for its new Altocrete acquisition
A 'magic roundabout' that draws water
A specially designed roundabout uses the youthful energy of children to pump 1 400 litres of water an hour from boreholes some 100m below
Distribution parks meet capacity deamnds
Old Mutual Properties announces the planned roll-out of six distribution parks to meet surging demand for commercial and industrial space
Retaining Eagle Canyon
African Gabions' MacWall Compac system provides optimal benefits at an upmarket Gauteng development
Port, rail improvements nationally
Protekon embarks on a number of refurbishment and upgrade programmes as Transnet companies improve their port and rail service capabilities
Freeze-thaw first on Sioule Viaduct
Chryso's new Chrysofluid Optima 175 plays a vital role in the concrete mix during the construction of the Sioule Viaduct in France
GRAVSEAL has another ace up its sleeve - ' Chippy'
The development of a manually operated chip spreader provides a radical alternative for labour based road construction, without compromising on quality
Sasol's C3 Splitter. The widest, highest, heaviest super load to travel the N2
Detailed bridge assessments by consulting firm, Vela VKE, clear the way for the transporting of a C3 splitter column in sections from Richards Bay to Secunda. The heaviest load at 720t exceeded SA bridge design limits
Some of the best excavators are made in Japan
The Barloworld Equipment Japan Excavator Tour set off in may to the Shin Caterpillar Mitsubishi Akashi plant and Chichubi demonstration facility to experience first hand the manufacture and operational performance of the Cat 320C Utility
Forming the construction industry
A review of Waco International's operations looks at the application of formwork and scaffolding solutions on a number of local and international projects
Challenges flow at Ntimbale dam project
ELB Equipment supplies a range of mobile crushing and screening plant to meet on site production demands at the R91,8m Ntimbale Dam project in Botswana
Is this the ultimate in ADT delivery?
A review of Komatsu's HM300-1 and HM400-1 articulated dump trucks presents a strong argument for their class-leading performance
