Large-capacity torque converters head list of features that make WA470-6, WA480-6 productive and efficient
Komatsu grew its mid-size lineup of Tier 3-compliant wheel loaders with the addition of the WA470-6 and WA480-6 models, which feature large-capacity torque converters that provide excellent tractive effore, improved acceleration and improved climbing ability in a wide range of applications.
“The WA470-6 and WA480-6 are excellent in material handling; charging asphalt or concrete plants that use ramps to feed hoppers; general construction; load-and-carry and agricultural applications,” said Rob Warden, Product Manager Wheel Loaders. “The large-capacity torque converters offer several benefits, including greater productivity in V-cycle loading applications; faster gear upshifting and ability to achieve higher gear ranges; and higher travel speed for load-and-carry or hopper feeding applications.” Read the rest of this entry »
There’s some good news, tempered with caution optimism, that the construction industry will start to see a rebound soon. One bit of news to be optimistic about is that billions of dollars have been approved for construction projects under the economic stimulus package, with some projects already underway. There are signs the housing market is stabilizing, and economists predict economic growth during the latter half of the year.
Whether you’re a government contractor or focus on private residential and commercial construction, this is ptoentially good news. But how do you go about getting in on the action? For ideas that can help, read our article on Putting Together a Winning Bid.
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Whether it’s a stimulus job or a private project, here are tips for getting work and making money on it.
Passage of the economic stimulus package (The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act) brought with it millions of dollars in governmental construction work that has either already begun, is in the bid process or will be put up for bid in the near future. A look at those projects that have already been bid and awarded indicates very competitive bids, many comin in well below engineers’ estimates.
“The fact that these projects have come in well under what we thought they would, will allow us to award more projects, which means more jobs,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood in a recent conference call. If you’re a government contractor, that’s potentially good news as it means more chances to garner work.
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