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Manitowoc’s Asia range of top-slewing tower cranes will have a major boost in capacity following the announcement at bauma China 2024 of the Potain MCT 2205, with an 80 m jib and maximum 80 t capacity. This new Zhangjiagang, China-built topless model boasts performance levels similar to the largest Potain hammerhead cranes, while making features of flat-top designs available to users such as simplified transport, ease of assembly, and a more compact profile.

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Despite being Zhangjiagang’s largest crane, the entire top-slewing portion of the MCT 2205 M80, including all 11 sections of jib, can be transported in just 16 trailers or containers, simplifying on-site logistics. The crane’s mast telescoping system is constructed for Potain’s R99A or R910A mast sections.

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The MCT 2205 offers the ability to deliver heavier loads further across busy jobsites, while reducing its impact on the operation of nearby cranes. The new model can also achieve a 71 m height under hook with PA950 fixing angles, or 99.9 m with PA952 fixing angles. It can carry a 23.5 t payload at the end of its full jib configuration, with its maximum 80 t capacity available between 5 and 26.3 m. This extends to 30.5 m when the jib is built to 45 or 50 m, while 72.9 t can be handled towards the end of a four-section, 30 m jib assembly.

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With up to 124,000 kg of ballast available, the MCT 2205 comes with two counterjib options – the full 25.2 m, or a 20.2 m design that ensures productive operations can be maintained on tighter, more congested jobsites.

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This capability is enhanced by the ergonomic V140S Vision Cab and efficient mechanisms such as the 280 LVFC 200 Optima hoisting winch. Supplied with 1,007 m of rope, its 280 hp/212 kW motor enables the raising of 80 t loads at speeds of up to 12 m/min. This same payload can also be propelled horizontally at infinitely adjustable speeds up to 25 m/min, courtesy of the 25 DVFC 35 trolley’s 25 hp/18.5 kW motor. Four RVFC 194 Optima+ slewing motors govern the rotation of the upper structure.

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“Manitowoc has leveraged its decades of expertise in developing large-capacity tower cranes to design a topless crane that meets our customers’ lifting requirements in this new era of construction,\" said Kwong Joon Leong, regional product manager at Manitowoc. “We are already seeing a great deal of interest from those working on large infrastructure projects, power plants, and other mega projects that require the lifting of very heavy loads.”

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Since August 2024, the Liebherr factory in Nenzing, Austria, has switched to HVO fuel for the machines it produces. The major advantage in using this instead of fossil diesel is that it is largely CO2 neutral, contributing significantly to reducing global greenhouse gas emissions. The HVO fuel is now also being used in the factory’s supply chain.

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HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) is a synthetically produced fuel that is mainly obtained from vegetable and animal oil, and fat waste from the food industry. These are converted into hydrocarbons with the addition of hydrogen. Liebherr said the HVO fuel from Neste used by the Nenzing factory is one of the highest quality fuels on the market and is free from palm oil. Compared to conventional diesel and other fossil fuels, HVO provides up to 90% less CO2 emissions during combustion.

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According to Liebherr, the use of HVO in its machines manufactured in Nenzing can save 300,000 l of diesel per year and reduce CO2 emissions by 810 t. This corresponds to a 20% reduction in direct CO2 emissions at the site. As HVO can be mixed with fossil diesel in any ratio and used with conventional combustion engines, most Liebherr machines in the global fleet can be operated immediately and effectively with HVO. The higher the proportion of HVO in the fuel mixture, the higher are the CO2 savings.

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Liebherr added that since the beginning of August 2024, Vorarlberg transport company has also been carrying out all transport operations for Liebherr Nenzing using HVO-powered vehicles. Thanks to this collaboration, the site is significantly reducing its CO2 footprint and improving environmental standards in the supply chain. This conversion can save 23% of transport emissions and 3,500 t of CO2.

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The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project’s 959-m Gombak Tunnel recently broke through, one month ahead of schedule, becoming the 36th ECRL tunnel to successfully complete the excavation process to date.

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The final blast at the Gombak Tunnel punched through the last barrier some 38 m from the tunnel’s entrance portal. This achievement is a culmination of approximately 5,813,560 man-hours and the adoption of the drill-and-blast method of tunnelling that bored through primarily weathered granite.

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The permanent lining for the Gombak Tunnel has progressed to 892 m prior to the breakthrough ceremony on 29 October 2024. The tunnel has an average height of 12 m and width of 13 m, thus providing the space for two standard gauge railway tracks upon completion.

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The excavation work for Gombak Tunnel commenced in June 2023, with the breakthrough originally scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2024. All related civil works for the tunnel are expected to be fully completed by March 2025.

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The construction of the tunnel will enable the ECRL railway track to comply with its maximum gradient of 0.9% as well as avoid major open forest cutting at the Batu 11 Gombak area.

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The ECRL project features the construction of 41 tunnels with a total length of about 69 km along its rail alignment, of which 21 tunnels are located within Section A (Kota Bharu-Dungun) and Section B (Dungun-Mentakab), while the remaining 20 tunnels are situated in Section C (Mentakab-Port Klang).

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Of the 20 ECRL tunnels in Section C, a total of nine tunnels are located within Selangor. These include the 3.50-km Serendah 1 Tunnel and 9.85-km Serendah 2 Tunnel which are both under excavation.

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“The ECRL Gombak Tunnel breakthrough marks another milestone in the project’s progress as it is an integral component for the completion of the ECRL alignment from Kota Bharu, Kelantan to the Gombak Integrated Terminal, Selangor by December 2026,” said Dato’ Sri Darwis Abdul Razak, CEO of Malaysia Rail Link (MRL), the ECRL project owner.

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“We are optimistic to commence ECRL operations from January 2027 onwards to align with the aspirations of the people and the business communities by providing seamless transportation for passengers and freight respectively.”

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MRL, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Minister of Finance (Incorporated) [MOF (Inc.)], is the project owner of the ECRL while China Communications Construction Co Ltd (CCCC) is the engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning (EPCC) contractor. The 665-km ECRL will traverse the East Coast states of Kelantan, Terengganu and Pahang before linking with Selangor on the West Coast of Peninsular Malaysia.

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Image: China Communications Construction Co Ltd

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Malaysian contractor Gamuda Berhad and its joint venture (JV) partners have been awarded a design and build contract for the Xizhi Donghu Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) project by the Department of Rapid Transit Systems, New Taipei City Government, Taiwan.

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The JV comprises Gamuda (75% stake) and two local companies, MiTAC Information Technology Corp (15%) and Dong Pi Co Limited (10%). The project is expected to be completed within seven years.

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The scope of works involves 5.78-km elevated viaducts and trackwork, six elevated stations within Taipei Neihu District and New Taipei City Xizhi District, as well as system works including rolling stock, power supply, signalling, platform screen doors, communication system, central monitoring system, auto fare collection system and depot maintenance equipment.

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This project is part of a major infrastructure initiative currently underway in New Taipei City, with the primary goal of expanding and improving the connectivity between Xizhi District and other parts of New Taipei and Taipei City. It aims to create an efficient and modern MRT system to meet the growing demands of New Taipei urban population.

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According to Gamuda, the project will incorporate eco-friendly materials and sustainable landscaping, while also ensuring safety and accessibility for rural areas in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, all aimed at achieving better social equality and creating social benefit initiatives within the local community.

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Image: Winston Chen/Unsplash

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Forging part of Singapore’s seventh MRT line, Doka’s planning, assembly, supervision and installation are helping to keep the Jurong Region Line (JRL) on schedule for delivery in January 2025.

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Doka Singapore is past the halfway point for its work on three stations and a viaduct on Singapore’s seventh MRT line. The stations, which include Toh Guan (JE4), Jurong Town Hall and Pandan Reservoir, are part of a wider US$515 million project that involves the design, site supervision, assembly and installation of Doka’s proposed solution.

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Once complete, the JRL network will significantly improve the connectivity and development of the area, which is set to become the largest commercial hub outside of the central business district. As a result, commuters can expect to be connected to key activity nodes, such as the Jurong Industrial Estate, Jurong Innovation District and the Nanyang Technological University (NTU).

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Working with joint venture main contractors, Daewoo-Yongnam, and subcontractor, SAE&C, Doka faced numerous logistical challenges, given the project site’s heavily built-up area, live traffic from the four-lane Jurong East Central Road, and its proximity to an existing MRT line. With the Toh Guan Station requiring 10 cross-heads spanning the highway, Doka’s first challenge was to deliver a solution that allowed the cross-head installation to proceed without interfering with the traffic below.

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By assembling a Steel Girder Formwork system 3 km away offsite, the Doka team was able to complete the majority of the work away from the jobsite before installing the system in combination with its heavy-duty shoring system UniKit via truck and crane, resulting in just one overnight road closure. Serving the dual purpose of truss support and wall formwork, the Steel Girder Formwork also ensured a minimal footprint as the formwork was only supported at the centre area around the column.

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Complete with integrated walkways on both UniKit shoring towers and the Steel Girder Formwork, Doka ensured the safety of site teams throughout the project. Aside from completing the work with minimal disruption, this was also the first time Doka’s Steel Girder Formwork system had been used outside of North America and the first time UniKit had been used in Singapore.

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“Finding a solution that took into account the project’s various challenges was going to be difficult, particularly considering its busy location; however, by leveraging the extensive benefits of our offsite prefabrication and working in close collaboration with our partners, we were able to deliver the project specifications within minimal disruption to the location community, while ensuring site safety remained a priority at all times,” said Boon Chun Wui, senior sales manager at Doka Singapore.

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Having started the project in February 2024, Doka’s portion of the project is expected to be handed over by January 2025. Upon completion, the JRL will connect more than 60,000 households in the Jurong area within a 10-minute walk from a train station, while its three interchange stations will enhance connectivity to the existing rail network.

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All images: Doka

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Note: This story has also been published in the Nov/Dec 2024 issue of SEAC. Click here to read it online or here to download the PDF file (pages 36-38).

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In 2022, the Housing and Development Board (HDB) – Singapore’s public housing authority and a statutory board under the Ministry of National Development – launched the Construction Transformation Project (CTP) to kick-start the next phase of HDB’s productivity transformation journey towards its 2030 target, adopting various advanced technologies in the design and construction of its BTO (build-to-order) projects, Garden Waterfront I & II @ Tengah. The CTP, which is a partnership with construction firm Obayashi Singapore Pte Ltd, aims to realise a 25% improvement in site productivity, compared to other BTO projects.

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The innovative technologies tested in Garden Waterfront I & II @ Tengah are expected to yield higher productivity through more efficient use of manpower and resources. These innovations, including those below, will be studied for possible wider-scale implementation in future BTO developments.

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AI in autonomous tower crane

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To enhance the efficiency, safety and precision of tower crane operations, AI is being used in the autonomous tower crane integrated with Skyjuster. AI helps to automate the lifting and transportation of precast components, and adjust the orientation of the suspended components mid-air for greater precision, which speeds up installation of precast components. This will enable HDB to build flats faster and safely, compared to traditional construction methods.

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Before any on-site works begin, a comprehensive virtual design and construction model using building information modelling (BIM) is developed and seamlessly integrated with the autonomous tower crane. This information model (digital twin) specifies the placement of each precast component, before they are hoisted. The digital twin is continuously updated during the installation process to help the crane monitor live construction activity and maintain the required safety clearance from installed structures.

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To initiate hoisting works, the operator only needs to touch a button in the cabin, then the crane autonomously lifts and transports precast units through the shortest safe route to their designated locations recorded in the BIM. This streamlined process reduces operator fatigue and enhances operational efficiency on-site.

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During the automated hoisting and placement, the crane operator also acts as a safety contingency, where they can manually override the movement of the tower crane should they notice any potential safety hazard.

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The integration of the Skyjuster – which houses a gyroscope – to the lifting frame further enhances the crane system by eliminating swaying motions of the modules, and automating the rotation and positioning of suspended components to the intended alignment before they are lowered into place. It removes the need for manpower to provide manual rope guidance, and speeds up the construction process while enhancing overall safety, especially for large and heavy precast modules that require significant effort to manoeuvre.

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The entire installation process from hoisting to final placement is monitored live through the digital twin model remotely at the site office, ensuring accurate and safe installation.

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Crane machine guidance

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Another innovation being piloted as part of CTP is the crane machine guidance technology, which is being used in mobile cranes for the construction of a multi-storey car park. The technology incorporates advanced safety features, thereby enabling two adjacent mobile cranes to operate safely and simultaneously within a confined space, with less manpower.

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The GPS system on the mobile cranes defines each crane’s specific operational zones to ensure their safe movement, and the sensors on the crane’s boom provide alerts to the crane operator to ensure that safe distances between the cranes are maintained. Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) sensors on the boom also provide the crane operator with feedback on the vertical accuracy of the hoisted components and detect potential obstructions in the object’s path, therefore facilitating precise and safe component installation without the need for an onsite spotter.

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In addition, the crane machine guidance technology provides mobile crane operators with a birds’ eye view of the construction area, eliminating the need for traditional walkie-talkie communication with workers to manoeuvre the boom, and enabling tasks to be carried out safely and with greater precision, in a shorter time.

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All images: HDB

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The Airport City at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) will be transformed into a new, world-class landmark that integrates commercial activities, popular culture, art trading, entertainment and leisure under an expanded development blueprint spearheaded by the Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK), with the aim of driving further economic development of Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area.

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First unveiled in 2019, the Airport City blueprint combines the airport’s core functions with related business segments to create strong synergy, fully leveraging the airport’s geographical location with a view to seizing the opportunities brought by various new infrastructures. AAHK has since proactively taken forward several projects, including a new hotel and three Grade-A office towers, both already opened for business; as well as 11 Skies, a complex integrating retail, dining and entertainment facilities scheduled to open in phases from the second half of 2025.

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The expanded Airport City blueprint is underpinned by land resources on the Hong Kong Port Island of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB) and the bay area between the airport island and Tung Chung, more than doubling the scale of development.

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New projects include an ecosystem for the art industry, AsiaWorld-Expo Phase 2 development, a marina with ancillary facilities, a fresh food market, and more. These new projects will promote high-end commercial, tourism and leisure activities, and are expected to be completed from 2026 to 2031.

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A variety of new facilities

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AAHK is formulating plans to create an art ecosystem at HKIA, and is also taking forward the Phase 2 development of AsiaWorld-Expo. The latter will consist of Hong Kong’s largest multi-purpose indoor arena with a seating capacity of over 20,000 people, and more convention and exhibition facilities.

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In addition, AAHK will fully utilise the water resources adjacent to the airport island to introduce Hong Kong’s biggest marina and ancillary facilities, providing around 600 berths. This will enable the Airport City to become a new yacht tourism destination in Asia, especially in the Greater Bay Area, featuring a diverse range of water leisure and recreational facilities.

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Different kinds of indoor and outdoor leisure, cultural, and entertainment facilities will be developed along the coastlines of the airport island and the Hong Kong Port Island, with hotel development and promenades of distinct characteristics.

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Also on the Hong Kong Port Island, AAHK is making plans for a brand-new sportainment complex that will combine novel indoor and outdoor sports concepts for adventure, exploration, sports and entertainment; plus a ‘Jet Fresh Market’ to consolidate the city’s position as the hub of high-end fresh foods from around the world.

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“HKIA is a leading international aviation hub in Asia. With the three-runway system fully operating by the end of this year, we are in a position to press full steam ahead with innovative projects in different market segments,” said Fred Lam, chairman of AAHK.

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“The expansion of the development blueprint will focus on leveraging Hong Kong’s unique advantages and creating synergy among various projects to transform the Airport City into a new landmark of Asia. It will be a distinct tourist hotspot for visitors from Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area and all over the world, especially premium visitors, injecting impetus into the economic growth of Hong Kong and the region.”

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All images: AAHK

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Building Construction Technology Expo (BCT Expo) 2024 recently concluded, featuring 150 exhibiting companies and brands from 16 countries, with over 3,879 industry visitors from 35 countries. Themed ‘The Construction Meeting Place’, the event returned to the Impact Exhibition and Convention Centre in Bangkok, Thailand from 18 to 20 September.

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This year’s BCT Expo presented a comprehensive range of machinery, equipment, tools, technologies, materials and solutions across 10 clusters – ranging from earthmoving and demolition, lifting and handling, road construction, concrete and cement, materials, tools and equipment, digital construction, AI & robotics, construction services to smart facility management.

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Prior to the start of the event, a special ‘International – Thai Construction Networking Cruise Night’ along the Chao Phraya River was arranged to provide a river cruise networking experience, drawing participants from both Thailand and abroad.

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Apart from the exhibition, BCT Expo 2024 also organised a series of conferences, where over 30 industry experts from various international and local organisations shared their insights on emerging trends, technologies and sustainability. Some of these conference topics included AI & Robotics, Future of Construction Equipment, Green Construction Transition, Drones Applications, BIM, and Smart Facility Management.

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Another key highlight of BCT Expo 2024 was its ‘business-matching programme’, which saw over 520 pre-arranged business meetings between pre-qualified hosted buyers and exhibitors. This programme allowed the exhibitors to pre-schedule one-to-one meetings with their targeted key buyers.

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BCT Expo aims to facilitate growth for the AEC (architecture, engineering and construction) industry, not just in Thailand but also in the Southeast Asian region. The event provides a dynamic face-to-face platform for suppliers, trade visitors and buyers to network, exchange views, update on latest trends, and forge new business deals and opportunities.

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Andrea Bertelli, area manager of Poggi SpA from Italy, said, “We supply silos for construction and reclaiming system for water treatment. We are pleased with the new business connections that we made during BCT Expo. The business matching programme was well organised and we are indeed satisfied with the overall arrangements of BCT Expo.”

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Kannapak Taweeyos, business development manager of Channakorn Engineering Co Ltd, added, “We are into designing and construction of warehouses and factory buildings. This year marks our third year of participation at BCT Expo and the numbers and quality of attendees that we meet during the event make it a worthwhile marketing investment for us to continue to join BCT Expo.”

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The next edition of BCT Expo is scheduled to be held from 3 to 5 September 2025 at the Impact Exhibition and Convention Centre.

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*Below is a glimpse of BCT Expo 2024. Click here to watch the video of SEAC Conference on ‘The Future of Construction Equipment’ that took place during the exhibition.

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The new 60-t (65-USt) 65|RT is the latest addition to Link Belt Cranes’ rough terrain product line, featuring a four-section, full-power greaseless main boom (11.6–35 m) and an optional, 10.7–17.7-m offsetable bi-fold lattice fly. This new model succeeds the RTC-8065 Series II, with a maximum tip height of 64.5 m (with attachments).

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The 65|RT includes a new hydraulic boom extend system, allowing for easier service and greater reliability, as well as LED lighting for brighter, more efficient lighting during low-light conditions. The crane also has a new steel deck and sheet metal with textured paint for anti-slip surfaces. Its new six-speed Dana transmission is fitted with a remote filter for ease of servicing. The transmission is mounted to a 270-hp Cummins QSB6.7L Tier 4 engine.

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The ergonomic operator’s cab incorporates extra-large windows, time-delayed wipers, a Bluetooth AM/FM radio integrated with an NOAA weather radio, an internal-rated capacity limiter light bar, and single- or dual-axis hydraulic controllers. Per the Link-Belt Vision Package, cameras for winch, swing and reverse views are standard. Additionally, all gauges and switches are backlit to maximise visibility in low light, and the 65|RT is equipped with a Confined Area Lifting Capacities (CALC) system for assistance in tight, confined operating spaces.

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Jobsite travel with the 65|RT is smooth thanks to Link-Belt’s greaseless four-link suspension. Its optional hydro-gas suspension system offers smooth, comfortable travel across any jobsite. This paired with the crane’s remote-mounted transmission oil, engine oil, fuel filters, CAN bus diagnostic network, serviceable pontoons and grease-free main boom makes service and maintenance simpler and more cost-effective.

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“Overall, the 65|RT offers a new level of reliability and performance with the same level of precise control and capacity for which our customers have become accustomed,” said Kelly Fiechter, product manager for rough terrain cranes at Link-Belt. “The changes are a reflection of current industry standards with many of these new features also found on other rough terrain cranes in our product line.”

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Mr Fiechter added that the 65|RT is suitable for almost any scope of work, with its high mobility and transportability allowing the crane to be hauled to nearly any jobsite in one piece ready to work.

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The second edition of CBA Expo and the inaugural Concrete Expo Asia recently took place from 22 to 24 August 2024 at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) in Bangkok, Thailand. The event featured various machines, equipment and technologies for the construction, building, concrete and mining industries.

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According to the event’s organiser, BMEX Ltd, both trade shows drew over 80 leading brands and companies from Thailand and abroad, including India, Austria, Switzerland, Germany, Russia, Malaysia, Singapore and China. The exhibitors also had the opportunity to meet with more than 2,500 trade buyers from over 40 countries, with a trading value of more than 80 million baht.

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Speaking at the opening ceremony, Ekapat Wangsuwan, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Thailand’s Ministry of Industry, said that CBA Expo and Concrete Expo Asia “will help the industrial sector as a whole. As a result, we have decided to support the event. Because the construction, building, concrete and mining industries are all part of the industrial supply chain, a strong Thai construction, building, concrete and mining industry will benefit other associated industries as well.

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“Furthermore, one of the Ministry of Industry’s responsibilities is to promote sustainable industrial development, which allows it to participate in the global market. We believe that introducing contemporary machinery, technology and innovation will significantly increase the potential of Thai entrepreneurs and the industrial sector. As a result, we believe that CBA Expo 2024 and Concrete Expo Asia 2024 are two events that will contribute to the realisation of our vision and goal.”

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Zoomlion Heavy Industry (Thailand) Co Ltd, one of the exhibitors, noted that the machinery and technology market in Southeast Asia is growing rapidly. Thailand has become a key hub due to its strong infrastructure and high-potential location, making it suitable for competing in markets. Advanced products such as electric machinery and the 5G tower crane remote intelligent control system, as well as the adoption of innovations, play a vital role in supporting the industry’s infrastructure to effectively meet the changing market demands. The company also introduced its latest excavator model at the event.

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Another exhibitor, Chairatchakarn (Bangkok) Co Ltd, showcased its Hino trucks and JCB machines. The company launched a new JCB 3CX backhoe loader at the event, which is designed to enhance efficiency while reducing costs and maximising long-term profits. Comprehensive services are also provided, including vehicle delivery, after-sales service, financing and accessories.

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“We want CBA Expo and Concrete Expo Asia to be a business platform for entrepreneurs in the construction, building, concrete and mining industries to meet, talk, exchange experiences and get new business opportunities,” said Paul Chantaratim, director of exhibition business and head of the event at BMEX Ltd.

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CBA Expo and Concrete Expo Asia are planned to return on 24-26 September 2025 at BITEC in Bangkok.

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