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Wirtgen Group recently organised ´The Road Technology Days 2014´, an international industry rendezvous in Germany that showcased the company´s innovative solutions. An onsite report by the CW team....

It was a most impressive gathering of customers from all over the world! The Road Technology Days recently organised by the Wirtgen Group at Tirechenreuth in Germany flew in over 3,000 customers from over 80 countries and showcased a host of new innovations from Wirtgen, Vögele and HAMM for the road construction sector.

The 25 machines exhibited by Wirtgen GmbH were a cross-section from the product divisions of cold milling machines, cold recyclers, soil stabilisers and slipform pavers. These included the W 60 Ri small range milling machine, the brand new spray paver Super 1800-3i SprayJet from Vögele, the compact H 5i and H 7i compactors and the DV+ 70i and DV+ 90i tandem rollers with all-wheel steering from HAMM. Alongwith the innovative solutions, customers also acquired an insight into the extremely productive roller factory, the new lean production line in the assembly area and the new endurance test track. Around Ç20 million were invested in the factory in the year 2013 alone!

India at present has a low contribution to the company´s global turnover. Speaking on the company´s plans to use India as a sourcing hub, Stefan Wirtgen, President, Wirtgen Group, shared with CW, ¨The Indian market is important for Wirtgen as there is immense potential for growth, especially for our technologies. Also, when we look at localising products, we understand that quality products are essential and look forward to imbibing them in the international market. Having said that, the main objective at present is to address the local market and engineer products that best suit its purpose. While we do not have any major plans in terms of sourcing, there are similar activities in operation on a smaller scale.¨

Outstanding competence
Live demonstrations - from soil stabilisation through asphalt and concrete paving to road rehabilitation - gave an insight into the immense range of possible applications. International specialists from Wirtgen, Vögele and Hamm outlined their personal practical experiences in a series of technical presentations. Topics such as ´Application and practical use of modern spray paver technology´, ´HCQ Navigator experience in the USA´ or ´Wirtgen recycling technology in North America´ provided customers an opportunity to delve deep into the group´s competence in applications and service and discover the passion with which the Wirtgen Group supports its customers in road construction and repair.

Innovative solutions
Milling solution: The W 60 Ri new generation of small milling machines stand out through a whole series of innovative features. They assist the machine operator at every stage of the work process, from intuitive operation through efficient driving and steering to flexibility in milling and loading. All this adds up to better performance, higher productivity and maximum convenience for the operator, making milling even more cost-efficient in future while simultaneously ensuring the ultimate in quality.

Cutting-edge paving technology: Vögele SprayJet technology has been proving its value for many years and is used for rehabilitation and construction projects in many markets world over.

The new SprayJet from Vögele features a large array of impressive innovations. One key feature is that operation of the spray module has been integrated into Vögele´s ErgoPlus 3 operating concept. The module is designed as a completely self-contained functional unit. It makes the SUPER 1800-3i with SprayJet module simple to service and allows it to be used both as a spray paver and as an ordinary standard paver. It has a maximum spray width of 6 m and as a standard paver without the spray function, it can even pave widths of up to 9 m.

It goes without saying that the paver also includes all the ´Dash 3´ features, such as the VÖGELE EcoPlus low-emissions package and the handy automatic functions of AutoSet Plus. The SUPER 1800-3i with SprayJet module from Vögele is the world´s only spray paver for paving thin wearing courses as well as conventional wearing and binder courses.

HAMM compactors: HAMM presented two world premieres: the compact H 5i and H 7i compactors and the DV+ 70i and DV+ 90i tandem rollers with all-wheel steering. The new compactors weigh between 4.5 tonne and 8 tonne, are of compact design and simple to operate, and stand out in the field through their first-rate gradeability.

The two newcomers are not a ´scaled down´ version of the familiar H-series of compactors: They are in fact a separate series that has been completely redesigned from scratch. In combination with the three-point swivel joint and the short wheel base, this compact design makes for very good driving and handling. As a result, both compactors are the ideal choice for confined job sites.

HAMM tandem rollers: With two new basic models in the form of the DV+ 70i and DV+ 90i, Hamm has also brought a breath of fresh air to the range of pivot-steered tandem rollers. Weighing 7 tonne and 9 tonne, respectively, the rollers are extremely productive machines with excellent visibility and intelligent operation. Both models are equipped with state-of-the-art engines; the two-part water tank and the location of the engines in the middle of the machine ensure a homogeneous and steady distribution of the weight.

The innovative ´EasyDrive´ operating concept permitting intuitive, self-explanatory operation is a brand new feature. Different coloured areas on the panel distinguish the respective functional units and simplify operation.

Wirtgen Group recently organised ´The Road Technology Days 2014´, an international industry rendezvous in Germany that showcased the company´s innovative solutions. An onsite report by the CW team.... It was a most impressive gathering of customers from all over the world! The Road Technology Days recently organised by the Wirtgen Group at Tirechenreuth in Germany flew in over 3,000 customers from over 80 countries and showcased a host of new innovations from Wirtgen, Vögele and HAMM for the road construction sector. The 25 machines exhibited by Wirtgen GmbH were a cross-section from the product divisions of cold milling machines, cold recyclers, soil stabilisers and slipform pavers. These included the W 60 Ri small range milling machine, the brand new spray paver Super 1800-3i SprayJet from Vögele, the compact H 5i and H 7i compactors and the DV+ 70i and DV+ 90i tandem rollers with all-wheel steering from HAMM. Alongwith the innovative solutions, customers also acquired an insight into the extremely productive roller factory, the new lean production line in the assembly area and the new endurance test track. Around Ç20 million were invested in the factory in the year 2013 alone! India at present has a low contribution to the company´s global turnover. Speaking on the company´s plans to use India as a sourcing hub, Stefan Wirtgen, President, Wirtgen Group, shared with CW, ¨The Indian market is important for Wirtgen as there is immense potential for growth, especially for our technologies. Also, when we look at localising products, we understand that quality products are essential and look forward to imbibing them in the international market. Having said that, the main objective at present is to address the local market and engineer products that best suit its purpose. While we do not have any major plans in terms of sourcing, there are similar activities in operation on a smaller scale.¨ Outstanding competence Live demonstrations - from soil stabilisation through asphalt and concrete paving to road rehabilitation - gave an insight into the immense range of possible applications. International specialists from Wirtgen, Vögele and Hamm outlined their personal practical experiences in a series of technical presentations. Topics such as ´Application and practical use of modern spray paver technology´, ´HCQ Navigator experience in the USA´ or ´Wirtgen recycling technology in North America´ provided customers an opportunity to delve deep into the group´s competence in applications and service and discover the passion with which the Wirtgen Group supports its customers in road construction and repair. Innovative solutions Milling solution: The W 60 Ri new generation of small milling machines stand out through a whole series of innovative features. They assist the machine operator at every stage of the work process, from intuitive operation through efficient driving and steering to flexibility in milling and loading. All this adds up to better performance, higher productivity and maximum convenience for the operator, making milling even more cost-efficient in future while simultaneously ensuring the ultimate in quality. Cutting-edge paving technology: Vögele SprayJet technology has been proving its value for many years and is used for rehabilitation and construction projects in many markets world over. The new SprayJet from Vögele features a large array of impressive innovations. One key feature is that operation of the spray module has been integrated into Vögele´s ErgoPlus 3 operating concept. The module is designed as a completely self-contained functional unit. It makes the SUPER 1800-3i with SprayJet module simple to service and allows it to be used both as a spray paver and as an ordinary standard paver. It has a maximum spray width of 6 m and as a standard paver without the spray function, it can even pave widths of up to 9 m. It goes without saying that the paver also includes all the ´Dash 3´ features, such as the VÖGELE EcoPlus low-emissions package and the handy automatic functions of AutoSet Plus. The SUPER 1800-3i with SprayJet module from Vögele is the world´s only spray paver for paving thin wearing courses as well as conventional wearing and binder courses. HAMM compactors: HAMM presented two world premieres: the compact H 5i and H 7i compactors and the DV+ 70i and DV+ 90i tandem rollers with all-wheel steering. The new compactors weigh between 4.5 tonne and 8 tonne, are of compact design and simple to operate, and stand out in the field through their first-rate gradeability. The two newcomers are not a ´scaled down´ version of the familiar H-series of compactors: They are in fact a separate series that has been completely redesigned from scratch. In combination with the three-point swivel joint and the short wheel base, this compact design makes for very good driving and handling. As a result, both compactors are the ideal choice for confined job sites. HAMM tandem rollers: With two new basic models in the form of the DV+ 70i and DV+ 90i, Hamm has also brought a breath of fresh air to the range of pivot-steered tandem rollers. Weighing 7 tonne and 9 tonne, respectively, the rollers are extremely productive machines with excellent visibility and intelligent operation. Both models are equipped with state-of-the-art engines; the two-part water tank and the location of the engines in the middle of the machine ensure a homogeneous and steady distribution of the weight. The innovative ´EasyDrive´ operating concept permitting intuitive, self-explanatory operation is a brand new feature. Different coloured areas on the panel distinguish the respective functional units and simplify operation.

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