Aggregates Manager

For FREE Product Information Text INFO to by Kerry Clines, Senior Editor kclines@randallreilly.com Editors' Pick Your complete guide to new and updated equipment and supplies in the aggregates industry. 205-289-3782, or visit aggman.com/info New striking appearance Kawasaki's new 95Z7 wheel loader is completely redesigned to meet EPA Tier 4i emission standards with a 16-liter Isuzu 6WG1 diesel engine. The 388-horsepower machine is equipped with a 7.3-cubic-yard bucket and features a striking new appearance with a hood design that improves rear visibility and serviceability. The big planetary automatic-shift transmission has automotive-style smooth shifting from pulse width modulation in the control valve and features a Lock-up Torque Converter to improve fuel economy and performance. The company says the new loaders are E.P.I.C. — efficient, powerful/productive, intelligent, and comfortable. The loader's new IntelliTech System uses inputs from the machine to adjust performance to match the conditions. Many of the operations are automatic, while others allow the operator to select functions appropriate for the application or work environment. Diagnostic Text INFO to 205-289-3782, or visit aggman.com/info. systems have been improved to allow more detailed data access to troubleshoot issues quickly and accurately. Serviceability has been improved with easy access to the engine, cooling system cores, and filters. Oil change intervals have been increased for the engine and hydraulic systems. Specifications (with 7.3-cubic-yard bucket) Overall length: 31 feet, 9 7/8 inches Overall height (top of cab): 12 feet, 2 7/8 inches Overall height (bucket fully raised): 20 feet, 10 7/8 inches Overall width (outside tires): 10 feet, 6 3/4 inches Overall width (outside bucket): 11 feet, 3 7/8 inches Operating weight (with ROPS cab): 75,790 pounds Breakout force: 53,730 pounds KCMA Corp. | www.kcm-america.com AGGREGATES MANAGER January 2013 AGGREGATES MANAGER January 2013 11 11

• Cover Page
• Rock Steady: After five years of extrtemes, the aggregates market sees a slight shift toward the positive.
• Weigh as You Convey - conveyor belt-scales can help operators keep track of aggregate production before it hits loadout.
• Economic Outlook: Modest Growth with a Wild Card - Modest growth is expected in transportation construction in 2013, but uncertainty from the fiscal cliff and delay in passing MAP-21 will be felt.
• Loader Maintenance from the Ground Up - Keeping safety first and productivity high is the ultimate goal of any wheel loader maintenance program.
• Different Continent, Same Goals: A visit to a Brazilian iron ore mine underscores that operational goals and challenges are similar through the globe.
• Educational materials for aggregate industry professionals: INFORMATION LIBRARY
• Operations Illustrated: Fine Opportunities.
• Editorial - State of the industry
• Aggbeat: Ontario study debunks water worries.
• State and Province News - A roundup of the latest news in North America.
• Safety Watch - Reducing noise levels.
• Rollouts - The new 95Z7 wheel loader from Kawasaki and more.
• Data Mining: Mergers & acquisitions are slow throughout 2012, but supply and demand dynamics bode well for 2013.
• Rock Law - Operators may pay the price for MSHAs new emphasis on discrimination enforcement.
• Classified Ads - Aggregate industry classifieds.
• Ad Index - See who is who and where to find their products.
• Carved in Stone- Failing Grades: Americas infrastructure gets a D on its report card.