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EQUIPMENT Hyundai Construction Equipment Europe (HCEE) has presented its Clark Material Handling Company has launched a new model to
CLARK LAUNCHES 8 TONNE FORKLIFT
HYUNDAI PRESENTS A-SERIES LOADERS
new HL900 A-Series range of wheeled loaders. The new HL970A,
sit within in its C60-80 series
HL955A and HL960A heavy models feature Stage V compliant
of counterbalance forklifts.
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Cummins. The B6.7
C80D900 forklift, which can
engine includes the The manufacturer’s new
all-in-one exhaust lift 8 tonnes at 900mm load
aftertreatment centre, features a Deutz
system and TD 3.6 l engine, a fully
diagnostics automatic three-speed gearbox and a maximum driving speed
connected to of 29.4km/h. The model’s decoupled engine, gearbox and drive
Hyundai ’s Hi- axle help to lower vibration and noise. Clark said it had designed
Mate remote the model to be more robust, using its ‘built-to-last’ concept. It
management. comprises a redesigned drive axle, reinforced frame and upright,
and an eight-roller.
The range, which was first unveiled at Bauma in Germany earlier this
year, also includes the manufacturer’s Power Smart Mode, which The model also has a heavier counterbalance and 25% more
regulates fuel usage depending on the application. Hyundai said remaining lifting capacity than the company’s previous C80D
this improved efficiency results in lower energy losses and fuel model, making it suitable for outdoor work in the construction and
savings of up to 5%. metalworking industries. A number of options are available on the
model, including a fully enclosed cab, a fork adjuster, a side shifting
Ergonomically designed, Hyundai said the operator cabin includes device, quick-release couplings and a vertical mast system.
an electro-hydraulic joystick and a premium seat with four-way
air suspension. A rear-view camera system is also included as SAAN ADDS PALFINGER ON VOLVO
standard, allowing operators to quickly detect obstacles within 10m.
Dutch crane and transport specialist Koninklijke Saan boosted its
While the HL955A and HL960A are equipped with an increased fleet with the addition of a Volvo FH 500 10 x 4 box tractor unit
rear axle capacity for improved durability, the HL940A and fitted with a 165 tonne-metre Palfinger truck-mounted crane. The
HL955A come with a Parallel Z-Bar linkage which allows parallel truck can be used as a box truck and as a tractor. It will be used
lift and tilt-back forces. In addition, a remote door control and for a wide range of projects, said Mark van Klaarbergen, Koninklijke
Hyundai’s AAVM camera system are available as optional extras Saan technical service manager, “This can involve hoisting work in
for increased safety. the construction, transport of machines and construction, but also
moving sensitive equipment or art objects.”
BELL CONTRACTING ADDS MECALAC CABBED DUMPERS
The nine-tonne payload machines with fully enclosed safety The 500 hp truck has two 9 tonne front axles with air suspension
and 10 tonne hydraulically steered trailing axle. Also specified was
cabs will be used for earthmoving applications in projects across an I-Shift gearbox, Volvo Dynamic Steering and the Work Remote
Gloucestershire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
wireless remote control. Its front Frame Extension allows fitment of
Bell Contracting bought the dumpers from Kellands Plant Sales, an outrigger for full 360 degree lifting. The crane was a Palfinger PK
Mecalac’s dealer for the Somerset area. Mecalac’s six- and nine- 165.002 TEC7 with PJ240 jib and an MFA fly jib. Requirements set out
tonne dumpers come with its Shield package, which includes start/ by Saan included a maximum length of 10 metres and for the gross
drive interlock, handbrake warning, front-facing camera, fuel loss vehicle weight (GVW) not to exceed 45 tonnes. The configuration
warning, stop-start control, idle shut-off and park brake test. Bell was established by looking for the optimum ratio between the lifting
Contracting upgraded to Shield PRO, which adds skip interlock, capacity of the crane, the reach of the crane, the length of the
tilt limit, rollover lockout, custom speed limiter and idle shut-off (via truck chassis and the GVW.
Bluetooth, iPad or Android tablet) to the existing features.
Van Klaarbergen explained, “With these specifications, we can
Bell managing director Pete Bell said: “With a company-wide focus enter Amsterdam with this vehicle without having to apply for a 45
on improving site safety, adopting the latest innovations in safety- tonne exemption. We can, therefore, always respond quickly to
critical compact equipment is hugely important. With the Mecalac customer demand. With crane rental in the construction industry
MDX range, we were impressed with the ground-up product design in particular, we regularly have to anticipate orders that arrive
and unique Shield safety packs.” last-minute. Furthermore, it is necessary for the truck to be strong
and stable enough for a 165 tonne-metre crane, which is the
Kellands managing director Mark Payne added: “The Bell
Contracting team have been loyal customers for a number heaviest Palfinger loader crane that can still be folded behind
of years. With operator safety instrumental for sites nationwide, the cab. This leaves room for a fifth wheel or for carrying cargo in
Pete made the decision to specify the latest cabbed the removable container.”
dumper technology and looked towards the MDX range from Volvo delivered the chassis straight from the factory, van
Mecalac.” Klaarbergen said, which shortens delivery time and cuts costs.

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