South Africa HeavyQuip Magazine

09/04/2022

Creating a carbon-free future is only possible through collaboration. In a shared commitment to reducing its environmental impact, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is making it easier for customers to reach their own carbon reduction goals with personalized plans.

Creating a carbon-free future is only possible through collaboration. In a shared commitment to reducing its environmental impact, Volvo Construction Equipment

08/04/2022

Doosan has announced the launch of the new DX27Z-7 2.8 tonne and DX35Z-7 3.9 tonne Stage V compliant mini-excavators. Both new models provide a larger working range than the previous generation machines as well as other mini-excavators in this part of the market, together with higher lifting capacities and digging forces.

Doosan has announced the launch of the new DX27Z-7 2.8 tonne and DX35Z-7 3.9 tonne Stage V compliant mini-excavators. Both new models provide a larger working range than the previous generation machines as well as other mini-excavators in this part of the market, together with higher lifting capacit...

06/04/2022

Komatsu Europe is pleased to announce that in February 2022 Kuhn Holding, a Komatsu Distributor with its headquarters located in Salzburg, Austria, took over the Romanian company "Marcom".

"Marcom" was founded in 1992 and is located in Bucharest. It currently employs 70 people and generated sales of 41 million euros in the last financial year.

Komatsu Europe is pleased to announce that in February 2022 Kuhn Holding, a Komatsu Distributor with its headquarters located in Salzburg, Austria, took over the Romanian company "Marcom"."Marcom" was founded in 1992 and is located in Bucharest. It currently employs 70 people and generated sales of....

05/04/2022

Each of the Tomra four divisions - Collection, Food, Recycling, and Mining – marked the milestone by declaring a collective mission for the future to “transform how we all obtain, use and reuse the planet’s resources to enable a world without waste.”

Tove Andersen, Tomra’s president and chief executive officer, explained:
“We live in a world that needs big transformation. We urgently need to improve sustainability, develop the circular economy, and make more efficient use of resources - challenges that Tomra’s solutions can help address."

Each of the Tomra four divisions - Collection, Food, Recycling, and Mining – marked the milestone by declaring a collective mission for the future to “transform how we all obtain, use and reuse the planet’s resources to enable a world without waste.”Tove Andersen, Tomra’s president and chi...

31/03/2022

Otrac Heavy Equipment, the Bobcat Authorized Dealer in Egypt, has secured the largest ever order in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region for new Bobcat mini-excavators for use in the ‘Decent Life’ initiative launched by the Egyptian President, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.

Otrac Heavy Equipment, the Bobcat Authorized Dealer in Egypt, has secured the largest ever order in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region for new Bobcat mini-

25/03/2022

Visitors can already register on the Industrial Valve Summit website to book a place in attendance, three years after the last physical edition and one year after the online “IVS Warm-Up” event.
Registrations are now open for the fourth edition of IVS - Industrial Valve Summit, the international trade fair organised by Confindustria Bergamo and Ente Fiera Promoberg dedicated to industrial valves.

Visitors can already register on the Industrial Valve Summit website to book a place in attendance, three years after the last physical edition and one year after the online “IVS Warm-Up” event.Registrations are now open for the fourth edition of IVS - Industrial Valve Summit, the international ...

11/02/2022

Q&A on Mini-Excavator Attachments with Daniele Paciotti, Europe, Middle East and Africa Product Line Director Attachments at Bobcat.

Q&A on Mini-Excavator Attachments with Daniele Paciotti, Europe, Middle East and Africa Product Line Director Attachments at Bobcat.1. As the attachment revolution continues apace, what are some of the new innovations that have come to market in recent years in the excavator attachment space?In rece...

07/02/2022

A range of technologies has been shortlisted for the 2022 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation. The Africa Prize is run by the UK’s Royal Academy of Engineering and awards crucial commercialization support to African innovators who are tackling local challenges with scalable engineering solutions.

A range of technologies has been shortlisted for the 2022 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation. The Africa Prize is run by the UK’s Royal Academy of Engineering and awards crucial commercialization support to African innovators who are tackling local challenges with scalable engineering solutio...

20/01/2022

Designing and developing a super-efficient and super-sleek prototype and research truck, like SuperTruck II, requires a special dance of collaboration and creativity that the designers and engineers at Daimler Truck North America are well familiar with.

Designing and developing a super-efficient and super-sleek prototype and research truck, like SuperTruck II, requires a special dance of collaboration and creativity that the designers and engineers at Daimler Truck North America are well familiar with.Launched in 2016, SuperTruck II is the Energy D...

06/12/2021

The new Cat D8 GC bulldozer is designed to fit a variety of customer business needs with solid dozing/ripping performance, simplified options for a lower initial purchase price, and fully mechanical systems for easy maintenance.

The new Cat D8 GC bulldozer is designed to fit a variety of customer business needs with solid dozing/ripping performance, simplified options for a lower initia

06/12/2021

MWS Equipment is proud to announce the latest addition to its product portfolio, the static scalper range, SCLPR 105.

The MWS Scalping screen is designed to handle a range of products from construction, demolition and industrial waste (C,D&I) heavy quarry outputs to finer soil applications.

MWS Equipment is proud to announce the latest addition to its product portfolio, the static scalper range, SCLPR 105.The MWS Scalping screen is designed to handle a range of products from construction, demolition and industrial waste (C,D&I) heavy quarry outputs to finer soil applications.The SCLPR....

04/12/2021

Massey Ferguson announces a fresh new look for its iconic Triple Triangle logo and its new “Born to Farm” brand identity to celebrate its 175 year anniversary in 2022.

Massey Ferguson announces a fresh new look for its iconic Triple Triangle logo and its new “Born to Farm” brand identity to celebrate its 175 year anniversa

03/12/2021

Cummins has entered into an agreement with Sion Power Corporation to design and supply battery cells based on their proprietary lithium metal technology for commercial vehicle applications.

In connection with the agreement, Cummins has made an investment in Sion Power.

Cummins has entered into an agreement with Sion Power Corporation to design and supply battery cells based on their proprietary lithium metal technology for com

27/04/2021

On May 5 takes place the Altair Free Virtual Technology Conference focused on Heavy Equipment Industry. To learn more about the event, click here: https://lnkd.in/dQ7ssxD

29/12/2020

Launching a of products, leading French contractor has taken of an -electric FE Electric and a Volvo ECR25 Electric – becoming the first recipient of the products in .

Launching a new generation of zero exhaust emissions products, leading French contractor Eiffage has taken delivery of an all-electric Volvo FE Electric truck a

28/12/2020

Maximizing diamond recovery while optimizing costs: this is the priority at the top of the list of every diamond producer.
With TOMRA’s holistic approach and cutting-edge technologies, both can be achieved to deliver outstanding results.

Maximizing diamond recovery while optimizing costs: this is the priority at the top of the list of every diamond producer. With TOMRA’s holistic approach and

24/12/2020

The constantly growing demand for increased precision prompted Amazone to start building mounted fertiliser spreaders with an integrated weighing system in 2001.
The Profis weighing system enables any deviations of the actual application rate from the target rate to be accurately identified.

The constantly growing demand for increased precision prompted Amazone to start building mounted fertiliser spreaders with an integrated weighing system in 2001

23/12/2020

RF80 and RF80R are the largest in category and boost efficient stockpiling across applications.
McCloskey International has introduced new feeder stackers to its lineup - the RF80 and the RF80R - designed to be the largest and most productive products in the category.

RF80 and RF80R are the largest in category and boost efficient stockpiling across applications McCloskey International has introduced new feeder stackers to its

22/12/2020

The future of material handling is here: the new Carer electric trucks for handling large loads, with capacities from 16 to 20 tons, are now able to directly compete for performance and autonomy with diesel machines.

The future of material handling is here: the new Carer electric trucks for handling large loads, with capacities from 16 to 20 tons, are now able to directly co

21/12/2020

State-of-the-art for the new -propelled !
Five years after launching 4.0, presents its ‘Best of FIVE’ strategy, the next stage of development for all self-propelled. Now, five of self-propelled make sure the customer can choose the which best suits his needs.

State-of-the-art technology for the new self-propelled feed mixers Five years after launching SelfLine 4.0, SILOKING presents its ‘Best of FIVE’ strategy, t

18/12/2020

Engcon’s goal is a vision of zero bucket related accidents. There is a long way to go, which is why the safety initiative “Dig Smart. Dig Safe” is repeated again this year.

Since 2013, when Engcon launched its Non Accident Generation, the company has continued to push the issue of safety in the excavation industry. Yet 7 years late

17/12/2020

The TOP 842 C centre-swath rake offers high output and the best over a of 7.7 to 8.4 metres.
has upgraded this rake with an : The is available as an instead of jockey wheels to track the ground close to the tines over the whole surface.

The TOP 842 C centre-swath rake offers high output and the best ground tracking over a working width of 7.7 to 8.4 metres. Pöttinger has upgraded this rake wit

16/12/2020

Latest-generation efficient tires designed for every need: a further step towards smarter and greener development of the agricultural industry.
Piero Torassa, Field Engineer Manager at BKT, tells us about it in an exclusive episode available on BKT Network.

Latest-generation efficient tires designed for every need: a further step towards smarter and greener development of the agricultural industry. Piero Torassa, F

15/12/2020

The Origine France Garantie (French Origin Guaranteed) label certifies the provenance of the New Holland self-propelled grape and olive harvesters and straddle tractors manufactured in the French plant of Coëx. Furthermore, it provides clear and objective traceability information.

The Origine France Garantie (French Origin Guaranteed) label certifies the provenance of the New Holland self-propelled grape and olive harvesters and straddle

11/12/2020

Vermeer equipment suppliers taking over distribution of multione articulated utility loaders.

Vermeer equipment suppliers taking over distribution of multione articulated utility loaders. Vermeer Equipment Suppliers (PTY), exclusive distributor for USA

10/12/2020

How to save thousands of dollars while developing nine thousand kilometers (five thousand five hundred and ninety two miles) of land, how to demolish a 16 floor building, how to fly a crusher in an helicopter: these are the most amazing jobs completed in 2020.
It is no surprise that MB Crusher units were used to overcome obstacles on the job site with competitive advantages.

How to save thousands of dollars while developing nine thousand kilometers (five thousand five hundred and ninety two miles) of land, how to demolish a 16 floor

09/12/2020

- The Latest Product Expansion from Bobcat’s ‘Next is Now’ Campaign -

Inspired by the company’s ‘Next is Now’ philosophy, Bobcat has announced a major new development from the company in the telehandler market.

- The Latest Product Expansion from Bobcat’s ‘Next is Now’ Campaign - Inspired by the company’s ‘Next is Now’ philosophy, Bobcat has announced a maj

08/12/2020

TPI Location, (a family-owned CASE rental company for public works equipment) have chosen to get involved in supporting cancer research with a charity initiative hailed as “The excavator of the heart”®. This CASE CX60C mini excavator has been customised with a purple skin. In France, this colour is used to represent all cancers.

Whilst there have been many casualties due to COVID-19, one of the hardest hit services has been hospital treatment for illnesses such as cancer. This is not ju

07/12/2020

New dumper models by Wacker Neuson for more productivity, safety and comfort.
When transporting materials, especially if uneven ground conditions are involved, dumpers are the helpers in demand on every construction site. For this, Wacker Neuson offers various wheel dumpers from one to ten metric tons payload. The portfolio is now expanded to include the new DW40 model.

New dumper models by Wacker Neuson for more productivity, safety and comfort When transporting materials, especially if uneven ground conditions are involved, d

06/12/2020

It was not the job but accessing the site which posed a major challenge to crane contractor Movitram Grúas in Colombia.
An LTM 1220-5.2 was required in the mountainous, forested coffee region to install a bridge. Movitram Grúas did everything it could possibly do to get the crane to the remote site.

It was not the job but accessing the site which posed a major challenge to crane contractor Movitram Grúas in Colombia. An LTM 1220-5.2 was required in the mou

03/12/2020

Dewulf, full-liner in machines for the cultivation of potatoes and root crops, proudly present their new 4-row self-propelled sieving harvester: the Enduro.
This new harvester on tyres is intended for growers and agricultural contractors that harvest potatoes. The Enduro combines new harvesting technologies with existing, proven technologies.

Dewulf, full-liner in machines for the cultivation of potatoes and root crops, proudly present their new 4-row self-propelled sieving harvester: the Enduro. Thi

02/12/2020

Big X 480, Big X 530, Big X 580 and Big X 630 sport .
Having undergone a major facelift, the new Big X 480/530/580/630 series step out in style presenting the best of two worlds – tried and and .

Big X 480, Big X 530, Big X 580 and Big X 630 sport new features Having undergone a major facelift, the new Krone Big X 480/530/580/630 series models step out i

01/12/2020

Since summer 2020, Rockster's R1100DS impact crusher has been surrounded by emerald green mountains and has been the perfect contract crusher for Kebao Construction Machinery Leasing in Chongqing, China.

Since summer 2020, Rockster's R1100DS impact crusher has been surrounded by emerald green mountains and has been the perfect contract crusher for Kebao Constru

30/11/2020

New dealers are in-country representatives in a key growth area for Cummins in Africa.
Cummins has appointed a range of new dealers as in-country representatives in the key growth area of North and West Africa, according to Sales and Business Development Manager Franck N’Guettia. “The focus is on supporting our customers.”

New dealers are in-country representatives in a key growth area for Cummins in Africa Cummins has appointed a range of new dealers as in-country representatives

28/11/2020

The potato harvester Keiler II Classic with 2 separation units and a large sorting platform has been very well received by potato farmers since its market launch.
For the 2020 harvest season, ROPA has equipped Keilers II Classic with XL bunkers on a trial basis, these will be available as a standard equipment for the 2021 harvest season.

The potato harvester Keiler II Classic with 2 separation units and a large sorting platform has been very well received by potato farmers since its market launc

27/11/2020

A purpose-built logger, the Tigercat 865 will offer many advantages over excavator conversions, including better service access, stronger swing torque and superior operator visibility.

A purpose-built logger, the Tigercat 865 will offer many advantages over excavator conversions, including better service access, stronger swing torque and super

26/11/2020

54 years after launching the articulated hauler concept Volvo CE continues to lead the field.
Even the co-developed LEGO® Technic™ 6X6 articulated hauler Volvo A60H model is an engineering marvel – featuring app-controlled operation and fully automatic transmission.

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54 years after launching the articulated hauler concept Volvo CE continues to lead the field. Even the co-developed LEGO® Technic™ 6X6 articulated hauler Vol

25/11/2020

Bobcat has launched the company’s new R2-Series generation of 5-6 tonne Stage V compliant mini-excavators – the new E50z, E55z and E60 models.
The R2-Series machines offer many new state-of-the-art features and options such as Bobcat’s unique award-winning Advanced Selectable Auxiliary Control (A-SAC) system and the innovative Automatic Track Tensioning System (ATTS) technology.

Bobcat has launched the company’s new R2-Series generation of 5-6 tonne Stage V compliant mini-excavators – the new E50z, E55z and E60 models. The R2-Series

24/11/2020

In supermarkets, DIY stores as well as in logistics and industry, hand pallet trucks are important components of internal logistics. For this reason, Clark has launched two new hand pallet trucks for different customer requirements. The trucks are the HPT Eco and the HPT Premium.
Both the HPT Eco and the HPT Premium are designed for loads with a maximum of 2,500 kg.

23/11/2020

The AGCO Agriculture Foundation (AAF) announced a new partnership with Self Help Africa (SHA) to implement a sustainable poultry production project that will contribute to enhanced food, skills, income, and nutrition security of smallholder farming communities in Chongwe District of the Republic.

Sustainable Poultry Production Project Set to Address Animal Welfare and Nutrition Security The AGCO Agriculture Foundation (AAF) announced a new partnership wi