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Updated: July 8th, 2008 05:26 PM EDT
Trends in the small and mid-sized paver markets
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Electric heating on small and mid-sized paver screeds helps to prevent streaks in the mat and warping of the screed plate.
Engine regulations are having an effect on the paver market causing some manufacturers to add larger but quieter engines to their pavers. The result is better performance but lower sound levels.
Hydraulic screed automation and integrated electronic systems are becoming more common on mid-sized pavers.
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As far as electronic systems go, Hood says they will continue to be integrated into Bomags pavers. Electric switches are much easier to operate than some lever and crank, he says. Anything you can automate to make that contractors life simpler is a good thing.
Manufacturing new or updating current pavers for higher productivity will be a trend that continues to influence the market. And there is no doubt that future trends will continue in the direction of making equipment and work easier for paving contractors.
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