Capital Equipment

The new Kito L5 range of lever blocks available from J D Neuhaus Ltd are smaller and lighter for easier handling and storage. However, their innovative engineering technology combined with the use of alloy steels for component manufacture results in stronger products capable of world-class performance.

Powerscreen International have recently taken delivery of their first Nu-Star Super Pusher at their manufacturing facility in Dungannon, Northern Ireland in addition to the existing two Power Pushers in use on the site.

The latest labelling machine to be launched by Kosme is their Rollstar roll-feed hot melt machine. This has been specifically developed for low to medium sized labelling operations, with an attractive price, designed to enable smaller operators to compete against larger service providers having access to high-speed, roll-fed labelling machines.

An air operated synchronised hoist has for several years been used to successfully help control the tidal flows of the river Ouse. Work undertaken by the Environment Agency for the repair and refurbishment of sluice gates has necessitated the periodic insertion and removal of replacement steel dam boards as an alternative method of water management. With eight boards used per dam and individual boards being .76 metres (2’-6”) deep by 13 metres long and weighing 4-5 tons, it represented no mean logistical feat when handling these awkward loads both efficiently and safely.

In today’s increasingly demanding market, when margins are constantly squeezed tighter and tighter, tipper operators understand the importance of carrying the maximum payload possible for increased productivity, while still maintaining optimum safety levels. For years, Edbro users have taken for granted the renowned reliability and safety of this world-class equipment. However, the Bolton-based manufacturer has never allowed the importance of operator safety to slip from the agenda.

Paterson’s are a well known Scottish quarrying and waste management group operating in the Scottish Central Belt. As well as quarries and waste, the company’s activities include concrete products, coach-building and engineering services.

The EH range of monorail hoists from J D Neuhaus Ltd thrive in working conditions that can seriously compromise some lifting products. Being air-operated, these JDN products can offer performance, reliability and safety when working in conditions of high humidity, dust laden atmospheres and even hazardous areas where there is a risk of corrosion, contamination or explosion.

Pentagon Electrical Products Ltd have received an order for 3500 anti-condensation heaters to be used in switchgear panels for the Burj Dubai, which is anticipated to be the worlds tallest building when completed during 2009. The order has been received from ETA/PCS and represents the largest order they have received to date for these products for use on a single project.

The Komatsu Reman organisation have taken delivery of two Benco purpose built engine positioner units from Brixworth Engineering Company Ltd for their European Remanufacturing Facility based in Birtley, County Durham.

Throughout 2007, Butters AMT, the UK-based designer and manufacturer of professional and cost-effective welding equipment, will be offering seven years’ warranty on key components within its single- and three-phase professional MIG welding tools.