Komatsu Launches D71-24 HST Dozer

Komatsu Europe introduces the EU Stage V emissions compliant D71-24 Hydrostatic Transmission (HST) Dozer, an all-new model in Komatsu’s bulldozer line-up, available in EX, EXi, PX, and PXi configurations, for ultimate versatility. “Customers asked us for a dozer that could push like a D65 but with the precision, balance. and reflexes of a D61: that’s […]

European Equipment Market to Grow 5% in 2021 After 2020’s Sales Decline

Sales on the European construction equipment market went down by 6.4% in 2020. This seemingly modest drop is due to the performance of high-volume light and compact equipment, whose sales were almost unaffected at -3%. In contrast, heavy construction machinery suffered a 19% fall in sales, in what emerged as a challenging year. Indeed, less […]

Cat Launches New M31 Excavator to Improve Work in Confined Areas

Our team was glad to take part to Cat Event where it was presented the new Cat M319 wheeled excavators and Track Loaders were presented. *** Making no compromise on performance, the new Cat M319 wheeled excavator features a short front-end design and tail swing to efficiently work in confined areas. Delivering up to 15% […]

Bobcat launches the New R-Series Telehandler Range in Europe

Our staff attended at Bobcat digital event *** Bobcat launches the company’s new generation R-Series telehandler range, providing a choice of 12 models with Stage V engines. The new telehandlers cover lifting heights from 6 to 18 m with maximum lifting capacities between 2.6 and 4.1 tonnes. This is the latest phase in Bobcat’s revolutionary […]

Is a ‘Tesla’ About To Eat Construction Equipment Makers’ Lunch?

With digitalization, electrification and autonomy all set to change the industry, could construction’s established players be wrongfooted by a new market disruptor? Industry thinkers Alan Berger and Carl-Gustaf Goransson discuss who’s in the strongest position: Old guard or Newcomers. In 2008 no one saw Tesla Motors as much other than a niche electric sports car […]

OTR Battery Market, High Scalability Is the Key: Interview With Barry Flannery, Xerotech CEO

Xerotech was founded in 2015 in Galway, Ireland. The company has been rapidly growing with their new design centre finishing construction at the end of 2020 and future expansions planned. Xerotech provide electrification solutions to off-road industries such as construction, agriculture and mining (CAM). Their modular and scalable battery solution has several benefits which are […]

Maynards Industrial Auctions Sells Equipment for Manufacturing Caterpillar Mining Machines in Germany

Maynards Europe GmbH, is pleased to announce the commencement of a series of sales events featuring the assets from the complete Caterpillar mining equipment factory in Dortmund, Germany. After decades of producing the famous Caterpillar mining machines and vehicles like the Hydraulic Mining Shovels Series 6060 the factory will be closing its gates due to […]

Torsus Announces the Updates of Praetorian, the Off-Road Bus Designed to Personnel and Equipment Transport

Torsus announces a comprehensive range of all-new 2021 technical updates for its flagship vehicle, the Torsus Praetorian. Designed to transport personnel and equipment safely across the world’s harshest environments, the Praetorian is a 4×4 off-road bus based on an upgraded, heavy-duty MAN chassis. It is powered by a six-cylinder MAN diesel engine with 286bhp and […]

Italian CM Launches the First-World Compact Electric F175-Eco Asphalt Paver

Italian based CM manufacturer showcased the first fully electric-powered paver in action. The latest generation of small pavers for cycle paths, pedestrian areas, and narrow carriageways has been tested by the local CTI civil contractor. The F175 eco,  is the result of the foresighted partnership between CM srl and the  Electric Automotive manufacturer Tazzari Group, […]

DAF Launches a New Lineup of Trucks: All About New Generation XF, XG, and XG⁺

DAF launches an entirely new lineup of trucks. The new XF, XG, and XG+ offer quality, 10% improved fuel efficiency, a full suite of passive and active safety features, and the next level of luxury in truck design. The New Generation DAF begins production in October. The European Commission has introduced new masses and dimensions […]

[Job Story] In a Baltic Sands’ Remote Job Site in California, Two Volvo Electric Machinery Rugged the Desert

Volvo CE is partnering with Baltic Sands out of Yucca Valley, California, to pilot two of its compact electric machines — the ECR25 Electric excavator and L25 Electric wheel loader. The goal? To see how these machines perform and hold up in a remote, rugged desert environment. Baltic Sands specializes in environmentally sensitive, luxury off-grid property […]

[Video] Haulotte’s Contribution to Tianhe Assembly Process, Now in Orbit Towards the China Space Station

On April 29, 2021, China successfully launched the core module of its space station to orbit, known as CSS (China Space Station). Haulotte machines have been working at Wenchang spacecraft launch site for the assembly and testing stage of this central piece of the future station. Haulotte machines match the space industry requirements The construction of China’s space […]

Liebherr Extends Its Portfolio With LTR 1040 Telescopic Crawler Crane

The main difference to the LTR 1060 is the significantly reduced ballast – the LTR 1040 weighs in at a total of 20 tonnes less. 10 tonnes of central ballast have been taken off the chassis whilst a further 10 tonnes of counterweights have been removed from the slewing platform. This new crane model, therefore, […]

NSK’s New ECA Bearings Series Reduces Machinery Internal Stress and Eliminates the Need for a Guide Ring

A new series of NSK spherical roller bearings with a patented cage design is set to provide the general industry with new levels of productivity, reliability, and load capacity. The optimized cage reduces internal stress and eliminates the need for a guide ring, providing just two of many benefits over existing solutions. Potential applications for […]

Hidromek Introduces 500 LCHD Excavator Designed To Protect Engine and Hydraulic Components

Hidromek’s new crawler excavator HMK 500 LCHD with the highest tonnage in H4 Series, is ready to take place on the field. Offering durability owing to the revisions made in undercarriage, the strengthening of its heavy-duty structure, and its developed technology, HMK 500 LCHD provides strong and smooth performance in the most difficult working conditions […]

Doosan Expands DL-7 Range With the New DL220-7 and DL250-7 Loaders

The new DL220-7 and DL250-7 wheel loaders have been launched by Doosan Infracore Europe. The new models are the latest additions to the company’s award-winning ‘DL-7’ wheel loader range, following on from the first phase that involved the launch of seven larger DL-7 machines in December 2020. Like the existing models, the DL220-7 and DL250-7 […]

Hitachi Expands French Dealers Cobemat and Teramat To Implement Its Value Chain Strategy

Hitachi Construction Machinery has extended the territories of two of its French dealers, Cobemat and Teramat, for the sale and service of Hitachi construction machinery in the north and east of the country. The agreement came into effect on 1 April 2021. There are now four authorised Hitachi dealers in France – ESM TP and […]

[Job Story] Assistedile Trusts in Raimondi Flat-Top Tower Cranes To Elevate Torre Milano Residential Development

Two Raimondi flat-top tower cranes are now at work on Milan’s newest residential tower installed by official agent Assistedile. The new topless MRT189 and an existing MRT102 are currently participating in the development of Torre Milano, a residential development clocking in at 80-meters in height. “The decision to choose these two heavy lifters for this specific […]

Bobcat T870 Compact Track Loader Reconfigured To Meet the Needs of Italian Special Operating Group SOG

The Special Operating Group – SOG of the Italian Fire Brigade is a highly specialized and expert rescue team that intervenes promptly in the event of natural disasters. The SOG has the job of getting to disaster areas to open up routes for vehicles, remove mud and rubble, make buildings and embankments of rivers safe, […]

All About Sinoboom Products Showed at CICEE 2021, Including the Two New Crawler Scissor Lifts

Sinoboom revealed several new products and technologies at the China International Construction Equipment Exhibition (CICEE). The products showcased included new, recent, and remanufactured units, representing a varied product range adapted for different application use. The variety of products emphasize Sinoboom’s commitment to providing a diverse product range for the equipment specialist. All models feature several […]

[Job Story] Cat Equipment Extracts Jurassic Limestone Blocks in Germany

Together they have more than a hundred years of professional experience in the extraction and processing of raw materials: Günter Gallus, Marcus Hausner and Michael Sigl from VeroStone in Eichstätt. In 2020, they have been long-serving executives from their employer, the facade specialist Sto SE & Co. KGaA, acquired the natural stone company as part […]

Cat Launches 980 and 982 Medium Wheel Loader Series: For the First Time XE Models Have CVT Option

Our staff attended at Caterpillar digital event *** Offering premium performance in the 9- to 11-tonne (10- to 12-ton) wheel loader class, the new Cat 980 and 982 medium wheel loaders are up to 10% more productive and lower maintenance costs up to 20% when compared to the previous 980M and 982M powershift models. New […]

Terex Finlay Expands Its German Dealer Network With Seemann Baumaschinen

Terex Finlay continues to expand its global dealer network by adding Seemann Baumaschinen to its German dealer network. Seemann will provide rental, sales, service, and after-market support for the full lineup of mobile crushers, screeners, and conveyors in North-Western Germany between Münster and Bremen. “Seemann shares in the Terex Finlay philosophy of delivering total customer […]

An Insight on the New Iveco T-Way Off-Road Truck That Completes the Iveco Way Heavy Range

Iveco completes the Iveco Way heavy range with the new off-road truck designed and engineered for the toughest missions in the most extreme conditions, which takes over from the legendary Trakker. Iveco now offers a complete, renewed line-up for off-road missions with the new Iveco T-Way and the Iveco X-Way. It introduces state-of-the-art technological solutions […]

[Video] US Farm Tractor Sales Continue To Grow and Exceed 2020 Results, AEM Reports

U.S. farm tractor unit sales continue double-digit growth rate in both U.S. and Canada, and inventories continue to fall, after a strong month of April according to the latest data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). In the first quarter of 2021, total farm tractor unit sales are up more than 50 percent in […]

Liebherr Launches T 274 305 T Truck Available With the Trolley Assist System To Reduce Emissions

Liebherr is extending its product offering with the T 274, a class-leading 305 t / 336 tons haul truck. This new truck bridges the gap between the highly successful T 284 (363 t / 400 tons) and the upgraded T 264 (240 t / 265 tons). Designed and adapted from years of experience in mining […]

Hyundai Launches a Completely New Line of A-Series Wheeled Excavators

Hyundai Construction Equipment has unveiled a completely new line of A-Series wheeled excavators, powered by EU Stage V diesel engines. The four machines, with operating weights of 14-23 tonnes, feature low emission Cummins diesel engines with a combined after-treatment system and no requirement for EGR, offering customers increased productivity, with lower emissions. Features include: Cummins […]

Metso Outotec strengthen in Sweden with CME and Krosskonsult Dealers

Metso Outotec has signed a distribution contract with Mining and Construction Equipment Sweden AB and Värnamo Krosskonsult AB. The two companies will sell in cooperation Metso Outotec’s mobile and stationary crushing and screening equipment as well as crusher wear parts for the mining and aggregate customers in Southern and Central Sweden. They will also provide […]

Tobroco-Giant Introduces new options for the G1100 and G1200 Compact Wheel Loaders

In addition to a lot of new product developments the constant optimizing and advancement of the existing product portfolio according to customer’s demands is the top priority for Tobroco-Giant. For this reason the four smallest models, the G1100 and G1200 and their tele-versions have been constantly optimized in recent years. Also there are now a […]

[Video] Power Lines Excavation in Russia With the Simex TF 1100 Drum Cutter

In eastern Russia, in a village called Ikab’ya, TF 1100 has been employed for digging foundations for the subsequent high-voltage power lines installation. Soil was a mixture of rocks, mainly limestone, with a resistance up to 75 MPa. The harsh environmental condition and the frozen soil haven’t discouraged the cutter head from getting the job […]

Engcon Launches S40 and EC206: Automatic Hitch System for 2–6 Tonne Excavator Class

At the Digital Press Release which took place June 15, 2021, Engcon has presented two new products which will expand the automatic hitch line. The event was hosted by Engcon’s international technicians Nils Giesen and Fredrik Eklind, Head of Engcon Control Systems. Engcon has been known in recent years for excavators in the weight class […]

How to Carry a Rocket : The Logistic Challenge of NASA’s SLS. Ep#1

Our staff was invited by the KSC (Kennedy Space Center) to cover the maneuvers steps of the SLS from assembling to the launch.   *** Episode #1 Earth’s Most Powerful Rocket Arrived at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center: A Focus on How This Outstanding Shipment Process Was Brought to Life. Artemis I will be the first […]

Executive Director Francesco Grenzi, Reveals the Most Recent Innovations of Berco

With over 100 years of experience and expertise in the industry, Berco manufactures and supplies undercarriage components to the world’s leading heavy machinery OEMs and to the Aftermarket. Renowned for the quality of its products, Berco’s reputation is further bolstered by its dedication to providing tailor-made and innovative solutions for applications that operate in both […]

Caterpillar Launches the 308 CR Fixed Boom Mini Excavator

Our staff attended at Caterpillar digital event *** The new Cat 308 CR Fixed Boom hydraulic mini excavator delivers maximum power and performance to efficiently complete work in a wide range of applications. Its fixed boom and compact radius design limit overhang when working to the side, enabling this Next Generation excavator to excel in […]

Caterpillar Launches Three Next Generation Hydraulic Mini Excavators

Our staff attended at Caterpillar digital event *** Boosting operating efficiency, servicing ease and operator comfort, the new Cat 302.7 CR, 303 CR, and 303.5 CR hydraulic mini excavators introduce industry-first features for the 2.7- to 3.5-ton class machines. Built on the Next Generation platform that offers consistent operator experience through the 1.5- to 10-ton […]

Doosan Launches DX225LC-7 Crawler Excavator With New D-Ecopower Technology

Doosan has launched the first of the company’s new generation medium-sized Stage V compliant excavators – the new DX225LC-7 23 tonne crawler model. The DX225LC-7 is also the first Doosan excavator of this size to feature Doosan’s innovative D-ECOPOWER virtual bleed off (VBO) technology, providing operators with higher productivity and around 7% lower fuel consumption […]

Equipment Parts Sales Are Moving Online. Marcin Krzaczkowski Discusses eCommerce For Parts Businesses

HeavyQuip Magazine is pleased to host Marcin Krzaczkowski to discuss the needs of equipment parts businesses and introduce PartsClub – an eCommerce marketplace for parts and components. Marcin Krzaczkowski is an entrepreneur specialized in creating effective global marketplaces for parts businesses. He has recently helped to build multiple parts platforms – FluidPowerNet, AutomaNet, and now […]

Manitou Expands NewAg XL Telehandler Range

Manitou Group, a worldwide reference in material handling, personnel lifting and earth-moving, is expanding its NewAg XL telehandler range with a new, high-performance model designed for very intensive applications. After launching the MLT 841 and 1041 telehandlers at the end of 2020, the Group launches the MLT 961-160 V+ L, the most powerful model in the […]

Hitachi and ABB Together To Develop an Engineless, Full Battery Dump Truck

Hitachi and ABB announce that they have signed a collaboration agreement to develop an engineless, full battery rigid frame dump truck (hereinafter, “full battery dump truck”) with a customized onboard energy storage system, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and offering a solution towards a net-zero emission pathway. Utilizing ABB’s innovative battery technology, Hitachi Construction Machinery trucks […]