Liebherr has launched its first ever articulated dump truck (ADT) at Bauma. The 30 tonne capacity TA230 on display is the first model in a range that will cover the 30 to 50 tonne categories. The next model to be released will be a 40 tonne machine.

According to Liebherr, the TA230 has the dimensions of a 25 tonne machine, with a width for transport of 3 m. However, the company also claims it has the largest dump body in its class at 19.2 m3.

The 6 x  6 driveline features three rigid axles, oil-cooled wet brakes, automatic transmission and a torque converter, with power coming from a 10,5 litre 270 kW engine. The top forward speed is 57 km/h, while in reverse an electronic limiter keeps the maximum speed to 16 km/h.

The cab features large windows for all round visibility and a fully adjustable seat, while a touch-screen display provides operating data and a feed from the rear-view camera – a standard feature. Parameters displayed on the screen include temperature, engine speed, air conditioning settings, number of dumping operations and daily operating hours.

As one would expect from Liebherr, key components such as lift cylinders are manufactured in-house. These deliver a dump time of 10 seconds or less, with an equally fast return to the down position.

Source : www.liebherr-bauma.com

CATERPILLAR is showcasing nearly 60 products at Bauma 2010, the world’s largest construction trade fair.

According to Cat, its machines on display will cover products ranging from the 301.6C mini hydraulic excavator to the 993K large quarry truck.

Cat says its stand will incorporate information on Tier 4/Stage 3B solutions, the D7E electric drive track-type tractor, as well as connected worksite technology with next generation Product Link and new integrated Cat Grade Control.

New and updated Cat products said to be on display include the M325D L material handler with port handling attachment, AP555E asphalt paver, 434E Mechanical and 432E backhoe loaders, 988H large wheel loader, and the 50 DEM demolition excavator.

CATERPILLAR machines also on display at Bauma 2010 are the TH417 telehandler, P200 series hydraulic concrete pulverisers and a new quarry body for the 770 rigid-frame off-highway truck.

Caterpillar Inc. together with Zeppelin Baumaschinen GmbH, a Caterpillar dealer for Germany, is showcasing its machines, engines and customer solutions to thousands of visitors at bauma 2010. Throughout the weeklong event, visitors will see Caterpillar machines and equipment on display with an increased focus on the company’s commitment to sustainable development. Caterpillar products are showcased by industry: Paving and Road Construction, Heavy Construction, General Construction, Quarry and Aggregates, Industrial, Rental and Work Tools.

Visitors will see first hand practical business solutions that provide sustainable benefits. Some of the main attractions include:

• Tier 4 Interim / Stage III B Integrated Emission Solutions

• Site Management with eco-operator training

• High Performance Protection with contamination control, equipment inspection and protection

• Connected Worksite featuring a Cat 140M Motor Grader, ProductLink and Accugrade

• Built to be Rebuilt featuring a Cat certified rebuild machine, remanufactured engine and dealer consultancy services

Check out the CAT Bauma 2010, The Show! Click here to view the show

Source: www.cat.com

On-line auctioneer IronPlanet has received its highest ever bid for a single piece of equipment after a Chinese bidder visited its stand at bauma.

“We’ve had a slow start to the show,” said Tom Cornell, the company’s managing director for Europe, “but it’s been very exciting and the quality of visitors has been excellent.”

IronPlanet received their highest ever bid for a single piece of equipment, € 580000 for a 300 tonne capacity Liebherr LTM 1300 based in Iceland.

Despite the volcanic dust covering the country, the bidder used IronPlanet’s on-line inspection report to evaluate the crane and placed a bid using IronPlanet’s online auction platform.

Source :http://eu.ironplanet.com

The European air traffic authority Eurocontrol estimates that some 20,000 flights will be cancelled on Monday as volcanic ash continues to ground planes across Europe.

The agency said that, on a normal Monday, about 28,000 flights operate in European airspace. It now expects 8,000 to 9,000 flights – down about 70% compared to last week.

Around 17,000 flights were expected to be cancelled on Friday, with airspace closed across much of Europe.

The disruption is costing airlines more than $200 million a day, air industry body IATA estimated.

Fraport AG, which operates Germany’s main airport in Frankfurt, says its initial estimate was for the ash to cost it between 2.5 million and 3 million euros per day.

Iceland’s location means the eruption could prompt wider disruption to international flights.

“Iceland sits right on one of the key routes between Europe and the USA and…depending on meteorological conditions it could also affect flights from Europe to Asia, so there are two big international flows which could be affected by this,” said John Strickland, director of air transport consultancy JLS Consulting.

According to Messe München, CEO Klaus Dittrich, Bauma 2010 will have more exhibitors than in 2007 and that the proportion of exhibitors from abroad will also be higher [2007: 54 percent].”

ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORT

Eurostar, which runs trains between London and the European continent, said trains were operating at full capacity and it might lay on additional trains if necessary.

Source : Reuters US Online Report Top News | 2010-04-16 23:08:33

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