Construction World August 2020

Wirtgen has recently released the SP 154i, updating its family of large slipform pavers. The new paver is primarily used for two-layer concrete paving on highways and airport runways. The SP 154i is replacing Wirtgen’s successful SP 1500 model. PAVING CONCRETE IN TWO LAYERS

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