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The World of Plant & EquipmentThe Terex TL80 illustrated has been joined bythe new TL100 as shown at GaLaBau,difficult terrain, the handling of the two joysticksare positioned for convenience and operatorcomfort.The PT30 is equipped with an operating weightof 1.5 t and is 1,219 mm wide and 2,845 mm long.The model has proven popular in the USA forcreating new gardens and parks and even whenworking in buildings. The PT60 is also a verypopular, universal skid steer loader model, has awidth of 1676 mm and a length of 3251 mm. Thebig PT80, which is for large-scale landscapingand for more demanding applications measures3867 mm and 1778 mm. It comes with 457 and508 mm wide track.New wheel loaderFollowing the launch of the TL80 at Bauma 2010, Terex presented the TL100 at GaLaBau, a 5,700 kg machine withbucket capacity up to 1.55 m³. It is powered by a Deutz TD 2011 L04 W diesel engine rated at 54 kW.As we get ready to publish this issue, Contractors World is awaiting more details from Terex on the availability,configurations and distribution of these models as shown at GaLaBau,.TerexNew drill rig especially for narrow veindrillingA new face drilling rig for narrow tunnelsand mines has been introduced by AtlasCopco. Based on its well-provenpredecessor, the Boomer 104, the newBoomer T1 D delivers a range of technical andenvironmental improvements.In the world of underground mining where narrow tunnelsand drifts have limited space, a small and flexible face drilling rig makes asignficant contribution to productivity. Since the 90s, this role has been filled by AtlasCopco’s Boomer 104. Now Atlas Copco has launched its successor – the Boomer T1 D.The new machine retains the features and capabilities of the well-liked Boomer 104, but nowintroduces an extensive range of improvements and upgrades, all aimed at improving productivity,safety and operator comfort.The range of new improvements and options include a more powerful and cleaner Deutz 4 -cylinder Tier 3 enginefor higher tramming speed and environmental benefits. A redesign of the boom suspension system reduces stress onthe machine, thereby increasing service life and improving operator comfort when driving. A more ergonomic andcomfortable cabin, with better visibility, is one of a range of optional extras, and the serviceability has been improvedwith service points positioned for easier accessibiity and convenience.An important improvement has been made to the carrier frame. The new frame is stronger, has a lower centre ofgravity and an oversized ±40º articulation to cope with demanding operating conditions.The first Boomer T1 D was tested at the Lovisa lead/zinc mine in Sweden where it achieved top results compared tothe mine’s previous Boomer 104. Operators of the machine praised the improved ergonomics and drilling performanceduring the trial.In standard configruation, the Boomer T1 D, equipped with COP 1638, COP 1838 or COP 2238 rock drill, has anoperating weight of 11,000 kg and a tramming speed on level ground of up to 14 km/h. Coverage area is 23.3 m³.Maximum width is just 1,300 mm and with the generous articulation joint, a fully rigged machine can turn through 90º injust 2,800 mm.Atlas CopcoContractors World Vol 1 No 9Page 31