HSS Hire Ireland becomes country’s biggest Kubota hirer

HSS Hire Ireland has taken delivery of 23 Kubota mini excavators, making them the largest hirer of the market-leading machines in Ireland, with a total Kubota fleet of 48.

The 1.7 tonne KX41-3V and 2.8 tonne KX71-3 models are available for hire through the company's nationwide network of 24 branches, plus six agency outlets.

Dublin-based HSS Hire Ireland is part of the HSS Hire Service Group, the UK's largest tool and equipment hire chain.

Towards the end of 2007, it opened its new Dublin Superstore, with a floor area of 22,955 sq ft, and launched a 26,500 sq ft Superstore in Belfast. The two new outlets will allow HSS to further increase its small plant offering to customers.

The cabbed mini excavators, supplied by Kubota distributor Whelan Plant Sales, of Ennis, Co. Clare, are fitted with a 'quick-hitch' coupler system that allows the operator to rapidly switch between attachments from inside the cab, and three different sized buckets.

They also feature Kubota's unique key-based 'ANTI-THEFT' security system - the first and still the only one of its kind fitted as standard equipment by a mini excavator manufacturer.

Michael Killeen, managing director of HSS Hire Ireland, said: "As a hire company an unreliable machine means a loss of revenue. In the fast moving construction industry in Ireland it's simply not an option for us to hire out machines that would cause delays on site for our customers and ultimately hold up the progress of a project. This has not been our experience with Kubota.

"The brand has an excellent name in the construction industry. Many of our customers specifically request a Kubota machine due to their high level of satisfaction with the first Kubota hired from us."

"It's a huge benefit for us to know that the Kubota machines we stock are a guaranteed source of hire revenue. Such is our confidence in the brand that we are now the biggest user of Kubota machines in Ireland."

He added that in their experience, Kubota machines are of superior quality, with second to none performance. "We are also receiving excellent dealer support from the supplier, Whelan Plant Sales."

George Whelan, owner of Whelan Plant Sales, said: "We have been selling Kubota machines for three years now and this latest sale to HSS Hire Ireland is our biggest yet. We are delighted to be a part of the company's rapid development and look forward to supplying more Kubota minis to them as they grow their business still further."

Kubota is the European and world leader in mini excavators and offers the widest range of machines available from a single manufacturer. Customers can select from 18 base models spanning the weight range from 850 kg to 8 tonnes and including the largest selection of increasingly popular zero tail swing machines.

With a legendary reputation for quality, performance, reliability, excellent resale values and first-class dealer support, their productivity and versatility make them the ideal tool for many different application and end-users, from civil engineering to landscaping and plant hire companies to owner operators.
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Heavy Duty Sewing Machines

Sewing machines are of different types, mechanical sewing machines, electronic sewing machines, home sewing machines, computerized sewing machines, and industrial or commercial sewing machines. Of the different types of sewing machines, heavy duty sewing machines are meant for a high production environment.

If you are working with heavy fabrics, then heavy duty sewing machines would be the right choice. Heavy duty sewing machines can perform all sewing tasks such as buttonhole, blind hem, monograms, quilting, as well as decorative sewing. Ideal for continuous applications, heavy duty sewing machines include additional equipments for doing heavy work.

Available in a wide range of models, these machines are well suited for stitching products such as bags, auto, luggage, boat and furniture upholstery, tarps, tents, awnings, outdoor clothing, covers, and much more.

Most heavy duty sewing machines offer stitching speeds up to 1000 plus stitches per minute. They are simple and easy to operate. Heavy duty sewing machines are designed to work with all type of fabrics ranging from lightweight fabrics such as chiffon and silk to heavyweight fabrics such as duck, denim, and canvas. Built-in needle threader, extension bed and free arm design are among the other characteristics of heavy duty sewing machines.

Singer, Euro-Pro, Janome, and Brother are some of the leading manufacturers of heavy duty sewing machines. While purchasing sewing machines, most of these companies offer accessories such as eight presser feet, bobbins, spool cap, assorted needles, twin needles, and much more. Singer 450083 Heavy Duty Professional Sewing Machine, Janome L 344 Heavy Duty Sewing Machine, White model 4042, and Brother Sewing Machine PS33 are some manufacturers of heavy duty sewing machines.

Drive unit suits road roller wheels

Drive is delivered through a hydrostatic transmission system with two variable displacement axial piston motors installed horizontally along the machine's lengthwise axis.

Bonfiglioli has launched a new drive unit designed for driving road roller wheels. These robust units are specially shaped and sized for installation on roller-compactors that generally feature rear axles with four drive wheels and steering front axles with idle wheels. Only two units are needed to drive all four wheels on the rear axle, each unit powering two wheels.

Drive is delivered through a hydrostatic transmission system with two variable displacement axial piston motors installed horizontally along the machine's lengthwise axis at 90 degrees to the wheel axis, in a position where they are well protected but still easily accessible.

In design terms, the drive unit comprises two hubs, on which the two driven wheels are mounted.

Each hub contains a double-stage planetary gearbox.

Inside a central connecting housing a bevel gear pair provides initial reduction and receives drive from a hydraulic motor through a mechanical drive shaft.

The central casing also provides the fixing points for securing the unit to the machine.

The load bearing hubs are designed to withstand the particularly high loads that road rollers apply to their wheels.

A multi-plate hydraulic brake is mounted at the input to the drive unit to provide dynamic braking to stop the machine (assisted by the braking effect of the hydrostatic transmission and diesel engine), and static braking for parking.

Hydraulic fluid passes through the braking system and is cooled by the machine's on-board cooling system.

Heat generated by braking, and especially that generated by speed control and braking on long downhill slopes, is thus removed and dissipated.

Tyre pressure can be controlled and adjusted as required due to a pipe that passes through the rotational axis of the wheel hubs.

This pipe is connected to the machine's compressed air system via a rotary joint and feeds two compressed air drop lines to the two tyres.

The unit is fully enclosed and all internal components, including the drive shaft, are fully protected.

heavy machinery

Caterpillar PM-201 cold planer

The PM-201 is a high production half-lane milling machine that performs controlled depth removal of asphalt and concrete pavements for rehabilitation and maintenance of existing roadways.

• Powered by a Caterpillar C18 engine with ACERT Technology.

• Has two propel speeds, three rotor options, four mode steering and optional automatic grade and slope control.

• Drive tracks are 80.5 inches long, 14 inches wide and feature replaceable steel reinforced polyurethane track pads designed for long service life.
  

• All three rotors are 83 inches wide and have a maximum cutting depth of 12 inches.

• An LED display panel displays desired selections by the operator such as engine RPM, propel speed and direction selection and various other machine functions.

• Other options include hydraulically operated side plates, upper conveyor cover, an auxiliary rotor drive and a high pressure washdown system.http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Caterpillar+PM-201+cold+planer-a0149266993
  

Nutrients That Aid In Heavy Metal Detox

One of the most dangerous toxins that you can ingest into your body is heavy metals. Heavy metals found in your body can actually come from drinking unsafe water, dental filings, breathing contaminated air or even eating foods that may be exposed to dangerous heavy metals. What is dangerous is because heavy metals can adversely affect your body functions such as slowing down your brain function and reducing your mental alertness. Some examples of heavy metals include mercury, lead, aluminum, arsenic and cadium. If your body has high toxic levels of these toxins, a heavy metal detox can be helpful.

Chelating agents are used in a heavy metal detox to get rid of the inappropriate metals. These agents create a chemical bond with these metals to make them less active and combine with the bloodstream. Heavy metal detox takes place when you successfully excrete them through your kidneys and liver.

Chelating agents can be found in the nutrients of certain foods. You can obtain them also in supplement form from your local health store. Here are some examples:

* Milk Thistle is also referred to as silymarin. It helps your liver detoxify and in the process, eliminate heavy metals. Milk thistle also protects the membranes of red blood cells.

* Chlorella is a mild chelator. You can find this nutrient in green algae. Chlorella has a 3-layered cell wall that contains cellulose microfibrils, which aids in heavy metal detox. You can obtain this all important nutrient in the form of a drink from juice bars or simply make one yourself.

* Magnesium promotes the proper functioning of your immune system and body enzymes. This helps in detoxification activity of your cells. Good sources of magnesium come from pumpkin, Brazil nuts, spinach and halibut.

* Cilantro is helpful in eliminating heavy metals, including mercury, out of your body. Cilantro aids in heavy metal detox by restoring the normal functions of body cells. You can easily sprinkle cilantro on top of your salads and soups.

* Methionine is a natural occurring chelating agent that supplies sulfur in the body. It helps in heavy metal detox by increasing the production cysteine and lecithin for the liver and protecting your kidney.

* N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine (NAC) increases the production of cysteine and glutathaione. It can also be a source of sulfur. Fresh garlic is a common source of NAC. If you cannot stand the smell of garlic, there are also garlic supplements that you can buy.

*Mega H increases the conductivity of the water in your body and lower the surface tension of cell fluids. These are necessary for the easy removal of toxins from your body.

* Vitamin B6 is specifically recommended if you have undergone dental procedures or has dental fillings. It prevents the contamination of heavy metals in the body.

Innovative Construction Machinery

Construction machinery performs multi various tasks mostly using hydraulic power. Some of the recent innovations in the construction machinery industry carry fully computerized hydraulic control systems, energy-saving measures and features needed for comfortable and efficient operation. With the current focus on environment, most of the construction machinery is geared to perform with less noise, less vibration and low emissions.

Mini excavators are meant for use in urban areas with a dense population. They are designed for efficient functioning in narrow jobsites with safety features such as tip-over protection, falling object protection to avoid the dangers involved in urban construction.

Large Excavators are mostly used in mining. In the mining industry, heavy loads are carried continuously, the large excavators are geared for non-stop performance with durability. Cost-efficiency is one important factor in the mining industry, hence only an excavator that provides lowest cost per ton for material movement is ideal. To get significant savings, these large excavators need very low maintenance cost and a longer life. For more info visit www.construction-machinery4u.info

Where mobility of operation is the important factor, wheeled excavators are the ideal construction equipment. They can work on any terrain and can be easily controlled in different terrains.

Wheel loaders come with various options which are designed for operational ease. The levers and pedals can be operated with minimum force to achieve better control. Visibility is the important factor for wheel loaders for comfortable operations. In construction sites, the hydraulic pump motor in the wheel loaders provides easy mobility.

Articulated dump trucks are mostly used in construction sites located in hilly terrains. Because of the sloping terrain, the operator in the cabin is provided with more visibility of the surrounding area. The truck comes with diagnostic display controls and warnings for malfunctions to provide safety.

Rubber crawler carriers are good for uneven and muddy construction locations. Even when carrying heavy loads, on soft ground conditions, these carriers should run smoothly to prevent accidents. At the same time when used on a paved road, they should not damage the surface of the road. Another factor to be noted is that the rubber crawler carrier should be able to pull out of hindrances and ditches in the construction site.