Author : Contrafed PUblishing
The sensational new CAT E-Series
Two well-established South Island contracting firms, among the first in New Zealand to move to the eagerly awaited new Cat E-Series excavator range now available...
Classic Machines: The Model D Tournapull
During WWII the Army called for an “air transportable earthmover” and LeTourneau took up the challenge. THE FIRST LETOURNEAU Model D Tournapull with Model Q...
Celebrating mini excavators with cult status
Youngman Richardson’s relationship with IHI kicks off with the new V4 and VX Series mini excavators. A CULT-LIKE FOLLOWING isn’t something you would normally associate...
Vögele paves the day
Fulton Hogan’s new Super 1800-3 tracked paver is the latest in a series of additions to the building and transport infrastructure company’s paver fleet from...
Heritage Trails: Waioeka Gorge
War made the Waioeka Gorge notorious, but the scenic road through it has made it a drawcard for motorists. Hugh de Lacy tells its story....
John Deere makes the Grade
Even before Sam Pemberton’s new full-featured John Deere 670 Grade Pro (GP) motor grader arrived at his company’s Hamilton yard, it had already created...
Underwater wonder
A bit of backyard engineering magic was behind one of Auckland’s best-loved tourist attractions, Kelly Tarlton’s Underwater World. HUGH DE LACY unravels it. Of course...
Time for a rational debate
The release by government of its long-a-waited stocktake of conservation areas listed in Schedule 4 of the Crown Minerals Act is the perfect time...