New products and records at bauma 2016 in Munich
Immerse yourself in the impressive world of construction machinery. Discover the latest developments and innovations in excavators, cranes, and all kinds of construction machinery in our review of the bauma 2016 trade fair in Munich. We show you the trends in the construction machinery industry in informative articles and exciting videos!
Safe cable reels for construction sites and trades
Cable reels have been part of the basic equipment on construction sites for decades. What at first glance appears to be an unremarkable piece of equipment is, in practice, a safety-critical component. Safe power supply on the construction site
Big Foot tyres for soft ground
Soft ground, changing job sites and increasing demands on productivity and comfort characterise the daily routine of many construction machine operators. Large-volume tyres for soft ground
Quiet electric excavator for confined construction sites
Compact construction machinery is undergoing a noticeable transformation. For a long time, the focus with mini-excavators, skid-steer loaders and telehandlers was primarily on manoeuvrability, lifting capacity and robust technology. Bobcat 1-tonne electric excavator
Dry cutting for connection joints and fibre-optic cables
Road construction, concrete rehabilitation and broadband expansion place very different demands on cutting technology. Sometimes the focus is on clean connection joints in concrete surfaces, sometimes on narrow slots for cables, and sometim... Microtrenching technology for fibre optic cables
Mobile dispatching improves processes at ready-mix concrete plants
The digitalisation of building materials logistics and ready-mix concrete plants has been advancing for years. Whilst many processes in concrete plants, asphalt mixing plants or bulk materials operations are already software-supported, mobi... Ready-mix concrete routes and operational status in real time
Compact machines for material handling and construction sites
Today, construction machinery must do far more than just dig or load. On inner-city construction sites, compact dimensions, low operating costs and high versatility are key. Short-tail excavators for working in confined spaces
Dust-free working with air purifiers and construction vacuum cleaners
Dust is part of everyday life on building sites. Grinding, milling, chiselling or refurbishing generates fine particles that not only pollute the working environment but also pose health risks. At the same time, clients and residents are pl... Air purifiers protect occupied rooms during refurbishments
Ship loaders in use worldwide for bulk commodities
Global trade in bulk commodities would be almost inconceivable without high-performance conveyor technology. Iron ore, coal, minerals and other bulk goods must be transported in large quantities and loaded onto ships as quickly as possible. Engineering and manufacturing from a single source
Laying pipes faster with minimal disruption
Water pipes, sewage pipes and other utility lines form part of the invisible foundations of a functioning infrastructure. However, particularly in rural areas, when developing new areas or renovating existing networks, the same question ari... Ploughing technology instead of traditional pipe trenches
Tile cutters and stone cutting machines for construction sites
Cutting, sawing and drilling have been standard tasks on construction sites for decades. Whether in road construction, civil engineering or gardening and landscaping – precise cuts are often the basis for further processing of materials. User-friendly tile cutters with foot pedal
Rubber tracks for construction machinery with improved traction
In the modern construction machinery sector, rubber tracks have long been more than just wear parts. They influence ride comfort, ground protection, traction and, last but not least, a machine’s productivity. AVT track significantly reduces vibrations
Crushing plant for opencast mining with reduced transport distances
In mining and raw materials extraction, logistics often determine the economic viability of a project. Large quantities of rock must be moved, transported and processed. Applying mining expertise to opencast mining
Shaft boring machines for safety in underground mining
Underground mining is one of the most demanding sectors in mechanical engineering. Great depths, difficult geological conditions and high safety requirements present operators worldwide with complex challenges. Tunneling technology applied to mining
Mobile excavators with short-reach boom kinematics for construction sites
Construction machinery is often defined by its performance data: engine power, digging depth or payload. In practical use, however, other factors often determine productivity. Compact dimensions and high manoeuvrability
Digital resource planning for vehicles and construction sites
In concrete plants, logistics centres or industrial transport networks, it is not just the number of vehicles that determines an operation’s efficiency. Often, the real challenge lies in coordination. Dispatching and telematics on a single platform
Fibre dosing for concrete and dry-mix building materials
Fibres play an important role in numerous building materials. They increase strength, improve certain material properties and are used in concrete, screeds and special mixtures, amongst other things. Fibre dosing with special hopper geometry
Mineral projects as a safeguard against critical raw materials
Germany is one of the world’s largest industrial centres, yet has only limited domestic reserves of many important raw materials. There is a high degree of import dependency for numerous metals and minerals required in industry, mechanical ... Own mining projects as a safeguard against raw material risks
VDMA Mining: Data utilisation as a trend in the mining industry
Global demand for raw materials remains high. At the same time, the mining industry has been in a phase of cautious investment for years. This creates a difficult market environment for manufacturers of mining machinery and equipment. Interview with Helmut Schgeiner from VDMA Mining
bauma: Planning for machinery and digital construction sites
When huge cranes, dump trucks, asphalt plants and construction machinery from all over the world are set up at bauma in Munich, the result is immediately visible to visitors. For the organisers, however, the work begins long before that. Interview with bauma Project Manager Mareile Kästner
Sensor technology and safety control systems for mobile construction machinery
When you look at a mobile crane or gantry crane, the first things you see are steel structures, hydraulics and heavy loads. Less visible are the systems that, working in the background, detect positions, monitor movements and ensure safe op... Modern sensor technology for mobile construction machinery
Schmitz Cargobull focuses on digital assistance systems
Digital assistance systems are increasingly finding their way into sectors long considered the traditional domain of steel, hydraulics and mechanics. This is also evident in the construction and transport sectors. New thermal insulation for steel round-bottom trailers
Screening technology for gravel, sand and modern processing
Anyone processing gravel, sand or other mineral raw materials needs far more than a simple screen. Modern processing plants must handle large volumes of material, reliably separate different grain sizes and, at the same time, ensure consist... Machines for raw material processing
Digital simulations for machine operators and training
Anyone taking the controls of an excavator, wheel loader or dump truck for the first time bears immediate responsibility. Large machines move heavy loads, operate in complex environments and require precise procedures. Networked training for multiple machine operators
Precise surveying and digital models of construction sites
Construction sites are getting bigger, projects more complex, and the demands on documentation and surveying are constantly rising. Drones and winged systems for surveying
Sensor technology and compaction monitoring for construction companies
On construction sites, the subsoil often determines the quality of the entire structure. Whether road construction, pipeline construction or foundation work – uniform soil compaction is one of the most important prerequisites for long-term ... Ground stiffness analysed in real time
Record number of exhibitors and visitors at bauma 2016
The world's leading trade fair for the construction, construction machinery and mining industry takes place every three years at Messe München. From April 11 to 17, 2016, 1,263 national and 2160 international companies from 58 countries presented their latest products to 580,000 visitors from 200 nations on a record 605,000 square meters of exhibition space. The event is the only trade fair in the world that offers a complete overview of the construction machinery industry. bauma is open to the public.
Fully booked trade fair despite gigantic exhibition space
Due to the early booking-out of exhibition stands, an online industry catalog was introduced for the first time in 2016. Companies that could no longer be considered for placement were listed online on request in corresponding categories such as construction machinery, construction vehicles, construction equipment and mining machinery. Messe München also offered them the opportunity to arrange meetings with customers in a lounge set up especially for this purpose at the trade fair. This meant that even those who "arrived too late" were able to have face-to-face discussions with their decision-makers and target groups from industry and trade, service providers from the construction industry and building materials industry and from the procurement sector.
Impressions from the exhibition halls and outdoor area at bauma Munich
At first glance, gigantic machines dominated the exhibition halls, while the booms of 40 cranes reached for the sky on the open-air site. The largest Liebherr dump truck on display, with 2700 HP, could have accommodated 13 cars on its loading area. But the trade fair portfolio also included small, no less important construction aids such as surface scanners for detecting cracks on conveyor belts or raw material extraction and processing as well as building material production. To help visitors find their way through the wealth of innovations, an app was available to call up interactive hall plans and exhibitor lists and plan the event program.
Insights bauma 2016 by the project manager of the trade fair
In addition to in-depth, interesting insights into the offerings of various exhibitors, which can be seen in the trade fair videos, our Messe.TV team was able to conduct informative interviews. Ms. Mareile Kästner, Project Manager of bauma 2016, sees the preparation from bauma to bauma over 3 years as a long-distance run. She knows how important it is for exhibitors to receive the layout plans the summer before the start of the trade fair and to be able to make their detailed plans accordingly. Not only the large machines, but also the component sector at bauma is constantly growing. Networking on construction sites is also becoming increasingly important.
Mechanical engineering industry association VDMA as a source of ideas
The VDMA is one of the main providers of ideas for bauma and also the central industry association for mechanical engineering. In an interview, the Technical Director of VDMA Mining, Mr. Helmut Schgeiner, expressed his confidence that the industry will pick up again and tackle new topics despite the slump on the raw materials market and a lack of investment. He sees Industry 4.0 and the use of data as a key topic at bauma 2016. Mining machinery took up a large area at bauma 2016. Dr. Martin Wedig from the Foreign Mining and International Raw Materials Activities Association spoke to us about problems on the raw materials market and what solution strategies the FAB has in store. He points out that a raw materials project starts with environmental protection and that mining is a long-term project everywhere.
Trailer for bauma 2016 at the Munich trade fair center
bauma 2016 was all about gigantic machines, innovative technologies, and international business relationships. The trade fair in Munich impressively demonstrated the role that efficiency, digitalization, and sustainable construction site solutions play in the construction and mining industries.
Gigantic machines and digital assistants on the rise
In addition to spectacular large machines—such as cranes, dumpers, and tunnel boring machines—numerous exhibitors also presented more compact solutions for efficient workflows. Digitalization was not just a buzzword, but was evident in smart sensor technology, automated control technology, and networked planning.
- 2700 hp dump truck with space for 13 cars
- Surface scanner for detecting conveyor belt tears
- Mobile automation solutions for excavators and cranes
Wide range of exhibitors from infrastructure to raw material extraction
With over 3,400 exhibitors, bauma 2016 offered an impressive variety of industries – from tool and machine manufacturing to tunnel boring and underground infrastructure. Companies presented innovations to meet the increasing demands for precision, performance, and environmental friendliness.
- Power supply solutions such as robust metal cable drums
- Diamond tools for cutting, drilling, and sawing work
- Simulation systems for excavator and dump truck training
Trade fair organization with vision and strategic planning
The organizers of bauma not only had the enormous space under control, but also the logistical and strategic planning. With over 580,000 visitors, an app-supported hall overview, and a lounge concept for exhibitors who were placed too late, the event was managed efficiently. Interviews revealed how much lead time and strategic foresight goes into such an industry event.
- Interactive app with hall plans and exhibitor data
- Lounge area for companies without a stand
- Three years of preparation time for each event
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