Part of its roller Performance Line, the new BOMAG BW 177 BVO-5 PL single drum roller features three compaction modes—high and low amplitudes plus oscillation—making it ideal for a range of soil compaction applications on small and medium construction sites.

With oscillation compaction technology, the versatile roller offers granular and mixed soil compaction on challenging subgrades or on sensitive applications such as compacting backfill over pipelines or close to buildings. Further increasing versatility, the optional padfoot segment kit enhances compaction efficiency of silt and clay material.

Simple to operate, a single rotary dial allows the operator to quickly select compaction modes and adapt machine output to site conditions. Offering a static linear load of 140.8 pounds per inch, the machine’s high amplitude delivers 33,720 pounds of centrifugal force to effectively compact lift thicknesses reaching 31.5 inches for rock fill, 19.7 inches for gravel and 15.7 inches for mixed soils. With its 66.5-inch drum width, the new BW 177 BVO-5 PL delivers a compaction output of up to 968 cubic yards per hour, depending on material type and compaction mode.

Expanding BOMAG’s already broad paving, milling and compaction line, the exhibit also featured a new asphalt distributor, enabling BOMAG dealers to build deeper relationships with asphalt contractors and be more of a single-source supplier. The BOMAG BD 2000 features an automatic burner for efficient heating and intuitive computer-controlled distribution for exceptional accuracy and comfortable, one-person operation.

The BD 2000 integrates a 2,000-gallon insulated tank, and its hydraulically extending/retracting spray bar has flat nozzles spaced every 4 inches for optimum spray coverage across its 15.7-foot maximum width. The flexible distributor boasts a main, 7.5-foot bar that extends hydraulically up to 4.1 feet on either side to offer infinitely variable spray widths from 7.5 feet to 15.7 feet.

As construction equipment becomes increasingly digital, cranes have transformed from lift machinery to intelligent tools that boost jobsite productivity. Now, innovations in remote diagnostics, such as Manitowoc’s powerful Grove CONNECT cloud-based platform, are revolutionizing construction sites and transforming operations through streamlined support and easer maintenance.

Grove CONNECT simplifies crane ownership in four key areas — saving time, optimizing workflows, reducing jobsite challenges, and making the workday easier and more productive.

Four key benefits of the system include:

• Access: With remote diagnostics in real time, you can check your crane’s performance and status anytime, and monitor the availability of every crane on-site instantly, no matter where you are
• Assist: Enable your team to manage crane operations and maintenance directly from their mobile devices and troubleshoot remotely
• Analytics: Gain access to reports based on stored cloud data for crane utilization, performance, geo position, fuel consumption and predictive maintenance
• Admin: Streamline fleet management by seamlessly managing companies, subsidiaries, users and cranes

Patrick Stelter, Grove’s Parts and Service Product & Marketing Manager, said the system saves time and delivers deeper insights.

“There’s immediate feedback on the crane’s performance, maintenance schedules and more,” stated Stelter. “Unlike reporting issues over the phone, there’s much less room for confusion. This enables service technicians to confirm any issues upfront, avoiding wasted time on the jobsites or in the parts depot. Grove CONNECT is now standard on all new all-terrain cranes fitted with Manitowoc’s Crane Control System. It’s free during the warranty period and then available on a subscription basis.”

The World of Asphalt Show & Conference and AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo saw attendance of more than 11,500 during the three-day event, where exhibitors displayed a variety of products and technology. Montabert, Lehnhoff and Tramac (Komatsu-owned companies) exhibited several products that can be useful in the aggregate industry.

Manitowoc has launched its new Extended Service Coverage (ESC) program for all Grove GMK all-terrain cranes in North America. The ESC program replaces the previous extended warranty option, offering peace of mind and exceptional protection at competitive prices.