Earthmovers & Excavators #375
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PORTERGROUP<br />
transport construction, industrial zones and<br />
dumpsite construction works.<br />
The ARS 200 T3 soil compactor is one of<br />
the most efficient machines in the Ammann<br />
range of equipment. The machine meets<br />
high operator standards, with intuitive control<br />
through a centralised multifunctional display<br />
built into the steering wheel. The ARS 200<br />
features all productivity, ergonomic and<br />
serviceability improvements as the other range<br />
of Ammann soil compactors. Powered by a<br />
Deutz TCD 6.1L6 engine, the ARS 200 has<br />
an operating weight of 19,750 kg and a drum<br />
width of 2130 mm. It is particularly suited to<br />
large applications such as heavy transport<br />
construction including, sub-base of railways,<br />
airfields, water dams and harbours.<br />
Meanwhile, the Ammann pneumatic tyred<br />
rollers provide excellent kneading and sealing<br />
effect. The tyred rollers are flexible enough<br />
to perform on both asphalt and aggregates.<br />
The modular, easy-load ballasting system<br />
of the ART 280 hydrostatic pneumatic tyred<br />
roller allows weight to be adjusted from 9<br />
tonnes to 28 tonnes in an hour with the help<br />
of only a forklift. The new cab design offers<br />
more space for the operator, while better<br />
serviceability increases productivity and<br />
reduces maintenance costs.<br />
The ART 280 roller is powered by a EU<br />
Stage 3 Deutz engine with EGR and muffler.<br />
With an operating weight 9700 kg and<br />
maximum weight 28,000 kg, this model is<br />
suited for medium and large applications.<br />
“We bought the Ammann models to<br />
upgrade our fleet with equipment using<br />
the latest technology that not only boosts<br />
productivity but supports the environment<br />
through lower emission levels. Plus, they<br />
are better on fuel savings, which is another<br />
benefit,” Thomasson says.<br />
All the five models were purchased<br />
through Porter Equipment.<br />
“We also prefer the Hyundai brand of<br />
excavators and have bought a number of<br />
Hyundai models from Porter in the recent<br />
times. Ensuring that we invest in quality<br />
products is one thing but backup with that<br />
brand is just as important for us and we get<br />
that from Porter,” he says.<br />
“We have managers come over from<br />
New Zealand to meet us at our office in<br />
Yeppoon. That’s the kind of people they are.<br />
They are a very family-oriented business<br />
and it shows in their customer support and<br />
how they manage their business. Porter’s<br />
territory manager Garth Meineke has done<br />
a great job selling us decent products over<br />
the years and supporting us through good<br />
customer service.”<br />
For more details about the Ammann<br />
equipment available through Porter<br />
Group, visit www.portergroup.com.au.<br />
Left: The ARS130 soil<br />
compactor is hard at<br />
work at JRT’s Koumala<br />
site in the Mackay region<br />
these days.<br />
Opposite top: The<br />
Hyundai R320LC-9 is<br />
ideally sized for work on<br />
the Central Queensland<br />
work site<br />
Opposite bottom:<br />
JRT Group MD Jason<br />
Thomasson says he was<br />
looking for machines that<br />
would allow his business<br />
to stay productive and<br />
profitable on jobsites, and<br />
the new Ammann fleet<br />
has ensured that<br />
What we look<br />
for is reliable<br />
products that<br />
can stand the<br />
test of time.<br />
www.portergroup.com.au<br />
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