FAW Trucks looks forward to celebrating its 30th anniversary in South
Volvo Trucks South Africa has started assembly of Euro 5
As quarries and mines seek to improve their cost per tonne (t), SANY ’s wide-body dump truck concept – which has already taken root
Rokbak used the recently ended Hillhead show to showcase its RA30 and RA40 articulated haulers, alongside its UK dealer Molson Group. Rokbak’s commitment to rock-solid
There has been a marked surge in online activity to buy heavy equipment in Africa and the Middle East over past year or two as construction
The new Hyundai motor graders offer high productivity, precise control, greater safety and fuel efficiency. These robust machines are suitable for operation in various
Built to last, the 5.5 tonne EC55D compact excavator from Volvo Construction Equipment is designed to work harder, for longer – delivering faster, smoother
CSE Equipment’s SR and SV series skid steer loaders, encompasses a range of models, with advanced features for improved performance, enhanced productivity and increased
Doosan’s new DX800LC-5B tracked excavator series, which was launched in early 2018 is being well-received by the local market, particularly the mining sector. “The new DX800LC-5B tracked
Bell Equipment has evolved from a global supplier to a global manufacturer with the 17 million Euro expansion of its Eisenach-Kindel assembly plant in
HPE Africa’s McCloskey conveyor systems, which compliment the range of crushing and screening plants, have been designed for high productivity and easy mobility in
The EC200D crawler excavator from Volvo Construction Equipment has all the hallmarks of Volvo quality and productivity, together with category leading fuel economy.The EC200D
Newly-launched Hyundai R850LC-9 excavators – designed for high power and superior performance – are excelling in tough conditions in Southern Africa. “HPE Africa’s commitment to
The new H-series L150, L180 and L220 wheel loaders have been updated with the latest innovative technology. Fitted with a powerful engine, next generation
Newly-launched Hyundai R850LC-9 excavators – designed for high power and superior performance – are excelling in tough conditions in Southern Africa. “HPE Africa’s commitment to
Hyundai has recently launched a brand new heavy duty wheeled loader – the HL960 HD. This new addition to the Hyundai range offers the
When contractors’ order books look bleak, plant hire grows, and this is certainly the case in South Africa. Visit our Plant Hire Directory to learn
HPE Africa recently launched the new Hyundai R200LC-9S crawler excavator series in South Africa. HPE Africa, the exclusive distributor for Hyundai Construction Equipment in southern
The primary function of the newly-formed transformer division is the promotion of transformer health through the regular assessment of insulating fluid and diagnosis of
The total truck market increased by a significant 16,9% month-on-month, to record 2 618 new truck sales. The South African truck market showed ongoing resilience
Pipe Jack Gauteng’s Kubota U50 compact excavator at work at a pipe cracking and pipe laying contract for Rand Water. Civil engineering company, Pipe Jack
Gert Swanepoel has been with the company for the past 27 years. UD Trucks Southern Africa has announced the appointment of Gert Swanepoel as the
The KX080-3S’s triple-opening bonnet offers greater ease of serviceability. Smith Power Equipment (SPE), the authorised distributor of Kubota tractors and construction equipment in South Africa,
The Hyundai 940s backhoe loader series is designed for businesses that need compact machines for smaller projects. HPE Africa, the exclusive distributor for Hyundai in
The JV’s first Grove GMK6400 is going to work at an oil field in the Port of Abidjan. Petro Sea Logistics, a joint venture (JV)
Bell Equipment Sales Africa has announced the appointment of Mark Hughes to its senior management team. Hughes is to be based at the company's
During operation with the hydraulic slurry wall grab from Leffer, the HS 8100 HD requires a mere 16 l of diesel per hour. A total
Ross Collard has been appointed divisional managing director of CSE Equipment. The Capital Equipment Group (CEG) of Invicta Holdings Limited, has appointed Ross Collard divisional
The robot has effectively replaced the manually driven and monotonous process of refurbishing the track shoes with an automated, end-to-end mechanism that requires little
Franco Invernizzi, senior business director for CNH Industrial Africa and Middle East. CASE Construction Equipment has appointed International Equipment and Contracting Co (IECC) as its
The secured order book for SA’s construction companies has shown a declining trend since 2014. South Africa’s construction industry faced a challenging year in 2016
Key representatives from the various businesses that form part of the InServe Group. Industrial equipment group, Goscor, has been acquired by Industrial Services Holdings (InServe). Goscor
Hein Jordt, MD of Ctrack Fleet Management Solutions, explains some of the benefits of Ctrack’s Fleet Monitoring Services. Loubser Bulk Services, a leading bulk
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_column_text] Thierry Pimi is the new MD of Cummins Southern Africa. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Cummins Southern Africa has appointed Thierry Pimi as managing director, effective 1 September
The Auto Maquinaria team poses in front of newly-opened facility in Luanda, Angola. Auto Maquinaria (AMQA) has been appointed by Terex Trucks as its official
CASE is positioning itself for the expected increase in demand for construction equipment in Algeria due to the government’s planned investments in infrastructure development. CASE
Vesconite Bearings is a specialist South African manufacturer of bushing polymers. Vesconite Bearings, a South African manufacturer of specialist bushing polymers, continues to supply articulation
The G-Series is suited for bucket and re-handling duties in applications such as small quarries and cement factories. Despite current challenging market conditions in Africa,
CDE South Africa recently sold a complete bespoke plant in the North West Province for a waste dump recovery operation. CDE Global, said to be
The new MB Truck City dealer will combine the two brands, New Holland and Iveco, to provide customers with a larger portfolio of synergistic
The Quester range was recently launched in Ethiopia, and will be introduced in several markets within the southern and eastern Africa region within the
The WL54 weighs in at 5 800kg and comes with an engine output of 55,4kW. Wacker Neuson has further expanded its wheel loader range with
Local contractors seem to be steering more towards telehandlers because of the better reach than a standard site dumper. In Europe, equipment manufacturers maintain that
The new Michelin XDR3 increases tyre life by a minimum of 10% compared with its predecessor, the Michelin XDR 2. Mining operations experience difficulties with
The Bobcat E20 2-tonne model is a Zero Housing Swing excavator. Oman National Engineering & Investment Co., based in Muscat in the Sultanate of Oman,
This surface collision avoidance safety system enhances productivity and operational continuity. Becker Mining South Africa’s latest generation safety device – the Intelligent Collision Avoidance System
While the technology is available, South African mining organisations are largely not ready to embrace it. The technologies to make mining great again already exist,
Following the approval of the deal between Eqstra and enX, Eqstra’s contract mining division will be recapitalised with a cash injection of R1,4 billion. The
The Bell 315SL is an entry-level machine ideal for general earthworks. Bell Equipment has launched its new L-Series Tractor Loader Backhoe (TLB). Though regarded as
The battery and associated charging system is designed to reload the battery within two hours and to utilise opportunity charging to mitigate energy-related risk. South
Yanmar is one of the pacesetters in the compact excavator market globally. There is general consensus that the compact excavator is fast growing as a
Metso’s Haul Truck Solution is four to five times stronger than steel. Metso used Electra Mining Africa 2016 to showcase its complete portfolio of
Gravico has delivered the first of 12 lightweight bodies for Komatsu 785-5 mining trucks to a mining contractor in Namibia. Vereeniging, South Africa based engineering
The full length side plates design provides easier access to service points. Caterpillar Work Tools has announced the availability of the B20, B30 and B35
Case has identified significant opportunity in Tunisia which is gearing up for a large rollout of road construction projects. The country’s government has allocated
Terrain for grading improves the efficiency and lowers the cost of grading in applications ranging from production dozing to reclamation. Caterpillar has announced an upgrade
MMS Cranes, the distributor of Terex Mobile Cranes, has delivered 10 Terex mobile cranes to a customer in the Democratic Republic of the Congo,
Detect Object Detection is designed to work during machine start-up and when a machine is traveling at low speeds. Caterpillar has launched the Cat
StratoPOD will address several operational challenges for Cloete Sand and Stone. Having used paper-based administration for over 34 years, building materials supplier, Cloete Sand and
Small builders need to ensure that they are aware of contractual obligations. At least 100 000 people are involved with building contracts in the South
McCloskey is looking for an exclusive agent in Zambia. McCloskey International is looking for an exclusive dealer in Zambia, as part of the original equipment
More than ever energy efficiency has become a critical component of operating a successful earthmoving or mining fleet. Major selling points of equipment remain their
The Zimbabwean laboratory has been operating for 27 years. South Africa-based condition monitoring company WearCheck has opened two more cross-border laboratories, bringing to 13 the
Five Doosan ADTs were recently delivered to work on challenging material handling applications in South Africa. DISA Equipment, operating as Doosan South Africa, the authorised
Autonomous loading and hauling is the future – even in Africa. The future lies in autonomy! This is the message from all of the leading
The development will help bridge the skills divide in the country. JFA2 is the South African Fluid Power Association’s (SAFPA’s) first accredited training institution, Equipment
Bell Equipment has completed the launch of its E-series range of articulated dump trucks (ADTs). This process started seven years ago with about R800-million invested
Malleo now supplies all of the South Korean original equipment manufacturer’s attachments, as opposed to only hydraulic hammers. Malleo Equipment has sold its first Sangdo
FAW is making light work of challenging operating conditions at a South African Andalusite mine. Dust, dirt, loose sand and corrugated roads are ‘all in
The Wacker Neuson loader moving seamlessly along the beach collecting a wide array of rubble including glass, plastic, tins and papers. A Wacker Neuson 1101CP
Marco Herzberg tells Equipment Africa that the next generation tracked units will arrive in October. Equipment Africa learns that Gehl’s next generation track loaders will
Mohamed Mourad, industrial marketing advisor for Europe, Africa and the Middle East at ExxonMobil Fuels & Lubricants, explains the crucial role that lubricants play
Caterpillar’s 320 DL was caught helping mine essential aggregate for a large road construction contract under way outside Port Alfred at a commercial quarry. Caterpillar
Gravico has delivered the first of 12 lightweight bodies for Komatsu 785-5 mining trucks to a mining contractor in Namibia. Vereeniging, South Africa based engineering
At 18 m in diameter the dragline base comprises 16 individual sections. Vereeniging, South Africa-based DCD Heavy Engineering is nearing completion of a 380 ton
From left: Louw Kriel, Digby Glover and Dawie Marais Three years of successful collaboration on Gravico mining aftermarket products has led the partners – the
Three Terex TR60 rigid dump trucks have been added to Atlantis Mining’s fleet. Atlantis Mining recently purchased three TR60 rigid dump trucks, which will complement
Highly favoured by plant hirers in Africa, CASE Construction Equipment has a big footprint on the continent. Meet your local CASE dealer in Equipment Africa's
Bobcat machines were recently used to lift most of the heavy debris at the Durban coastline, leaving the beach sand behind. Durban recently experienced heavy
Menzi Dumisa is being groomed to lead Bell Equipment Sales Southern Africa. Managing director of Bell Equipment Sales South Africa (BESSA), Bokkie Coertze retires from
Caterpillar’s newly launched L Series medium wheel loaders come with several enhancements compared with the predecessor range. Caterpillar has launched its new L Series medium
The Kubota is extremely fuel efficient. The Kubota U30 mini excavator is becoming ever more popular throughout South Africa, especially in the KwaZulu-Natal region. Kubota machines
MB Crusher has launched an array of new technologies this year. This has been a very busy year for MB Crusher which has launched an
Left to right: Ali Karademir, director SKF Africa (standing); Ian Cillié, MD SKF Southern Africa; Jan Viljoen, BED director (standing); and Mike Giltrow, BED
For your premium load and haul needs, one name that always comes to mind is Caterpillar! Get to know your local Caterpillar dealer in our
The original seal alongside the Vesconite replacement seal. Zimbabwe-based earthmoving equipment hire business Replants Africa Investments says its Vesconite Hilube seals are performing well on
Plant hire is a tough business; hard on people and even harder on machines. However, when a significant fleet owner reveals that his replacement
HPE Africa has launched the Hyundai R180LC-9S in the country HPE Africa – exclusive distributors in South Africa for Hyundai earthmoving equipment – has launched
Doosan has grown its market share in South Africa. With the addition of Doosan’s DLA wheel loader series to the range nearly three years ago,
The truck market remains challenging. The South African commercial vehicle market has recorded a 6,7% month-on-month decrease in sales in July. This brings the year’s
EPH Plant Hire uses Komatsu in its extensive fleet of excavators. Having the best available equipment is key to success in the rental industry and
Due to a strict service regime, one of Afrigrit’s four Bell B25D articulated dump trucks has clocked 40 000 operating hours, and counting. Afrigrit, a
Mining contractors are traditionally big equipment fleet operators. When times are this tough, they also double up as plant hire companies. These companies are
The Eagle Days is a proven format that is a real energy boost and motivational tool for the CASE salesmen. High profile customers from Uganda, Mozambique,
The 14M3’s load-sensing hydraulic system incorporates advanced electro-hydraulic operation for precise, responsive implement control. Caterpillar has introduced its new Cat 14M3 motor grader said to
In a move to further improve customer service, Wacker Neuson is in the process of expanding its West Rand premises. Once construction of the
This will significantly bolster the company’s current mining offering. Visit Komatsu’s specifications pages on Equipment Africa. It is a powerhouse in the African mining
Marius Pick, owner of Afrigrit (left) and Klaas Mahlangu, partner at Afrigrit, are impressed by their new LiuGong CLG856H loader recently purchased from Burgers
An area of possible improvement for quarries is the correct procurement of mobile equipment. Best practices from across the globe were highlighted at the Global
HHI’s reduction of material costs for non-shipbuilding businesses including construction equipment also played a role in realising profits. Korean engineering firm Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI)
One of LiuGong’s key focus areas is developing bigger machines for mining-related applications. Leveraging on its extended dealer footprint across the African continent, Chinese original
Designed by MB Crusher in Fara Vicentino, the MB-G900 weighs in at 780 kg and it is designed to be mounted on excavators with
Terex Trucks’ Gen 10 TA400 articulated dump truck is the first of its new line of machines to be produced under the Volvo Construction
Equipped with a 5,7m monoblock boom and a 2,9m dipper arm, as well as a 1,15m³ backhoe bucket, the 22t machine is ideal for
Learn more about Africa’s own original equipment manufacturer Bell Equipment’s prominent footprint on the continent. Its infrastructure includes dealers, as well as customer service
When contractors’ order books look bleak, plant hire grows, and this is certainly the case in South Africa. Visit our Plant Hire Directory to learn
A machine that does more on its own is a boon on site. A MultiOne compact wheel loader can be fitted with over 170
One of the toughest testing grounds on earth is in Namibia where Mitsubishi have excelled. The country represents some of the toughest terrain on
The Trimble Loadrite H2250 is a haul truck monitor for rigid body trucks in aggregates extraction and process industry. Trimble has launched the new Loadrite
Once a machine`s warranty has lapsed, customers are offered the option of refurbishment. David Vaughan and Ben Buys, sales director and operations director respectively for
Martin Weissburg, president of Volvo Construction Equipment, says lower demand in most markets outside Europe weighed on Volvo CE’s second quarter 2016 revenues, but
The G9190’s blade is operated via the unit’s Moveable Blade Control System for ultimate grading precision. Chinese original equipment manufacturer (OEM) SDLG reports that its
David Schumacher has been appointed as diagnostician at WearCheck's Durban laboratory. Condition monitoring specialist, WearCheck has further enhanced its oil analysis and reliability solutions services
The jewel in the crown of Blurock Quarries' fleet of Bell equipment is a new Bell B30E articulated dump truck that hauls big loads
Very popular with the municipalities and emerging contractors, South Africa’s own Dezzi is also a well-known name in the quarries, providing a cost-effective load
The design and installation of a vehicle fire protection system requires that mining vehicles go through a fire risk evaluation. Mining vehicles are high-value assets
A Hitachi ZW250 front-end loader is used for stockpiling and loading customer trucks on site. Based on the understanding that a premium product offers premium
The new software solution will provide Burma Plant Hire with in-depth fleet performance analysis for the company’s fleet of 531 pieces of equipment. After long-term
The move, which is in line with Atlas Copco’s trend to consolidate, makes sound business sense when considering the synergies and costs shared between
Managing Director Brian van Buuren says as the company seeks to increase its footprint in sub-Saharan Africa, it will partner with distributors in various
From left to right: Philip Herselman (general manager Atlas Copco Construction Technique); Danie Gerber (CEO MB Plant SA); Neville Marthinussen business line manager Construction
The Material Spreader easily spreads road grit, sand or other material ranging in size from very fine to more than 2 inches. Philippi-Hagenbuch, a leading
Floor Maintenance Equipment Services also rents out its compact equipment to construction, airport and road building industries. Based in Benoni, Gauteng, Floor Maintenance Equipment Services
Amid pressured construction and mining markets, local equipment users and rental companies realise that attachments are the key to increasing equipment versatility and utilisation.
The V32 is Montabert’s flagship variable 15-speed breaker, said to be the only one in its size class with an automatic variable speed rating. One
616 exhibitors from 42 countries and about 14 300 visitors from 75 countries attended the previous show in September 2015. BC Expo South Africa, organisers
Gert Swanepoel, acting vice president of UD Trucks Southern Africa South Africa’s commercial vehicle industry is still facing some tough challenges at the halfway mark
The Case SR130s were delivered to Bo’s Plant Hire in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. CSE Equipment has delivered six new Case SR130 skid steer loaders to
Rhino Excavator Hammers offers the full range of D&A hammers in the 2t to 100t size class. Rhino Excavator Hammers, the local supplier for a
Wacker Neuson ET20 excavator offers the perfect solution for landscaping applications The Wacker Neuson ET20 excavator is a sound solution for landscaping applications including, site
A quality alcohol and drug testing system can help a company lower its accident rates and reduce its financial losses associated with accidents. As was
Every piece of equipment is as good as its dealer. Met Volvo Construction Equipment's representatives in Africa yet? CLICK HERE and learn more about the Swedish OEM's
Everdigm offers from a skid steer sized hammer to a 70t excavator size. The Everdigm range of hydraulic breakers is available in South Africa through
enX will acquire Eqstra’s Industrial Equipment and Fleet Management divisions and recapitalise Eqstra’s Contract Mining division for approximately R7,8-billion. The transaction will see enX issue
Five of the uThukela District Municipality's seven new Bell Equipment Tractor Loader Backhoes ready to be deployed to ensure service delivery across the municipal
In five years to 2015, sales of larger crawler excavators have dropped from 33% to 24% of total machine sales, while mini-excavators have improved
Doosan South Africa has long-term plans to move more of its articulated haulers into the local market. DISA Equipment, which operates as Doosan South Africa,
The first Bell B30E ADT has arrived in Argentina following the appointment of Repas SA as a Bell dealer in that country. The appointment of
Modi Mining relies on load and haul equipment from Bell Equipment. Ever since Sam Molefi had qualified as a mining engineer at the Witwatersrand Technikon
Neil Wilson, Goscor Group CEO (left) and David Xiao, MD of Sany Southern Africa (right), shaking hands after signing a distribution deal. The Goscor Group,
ICerMax, a manufacturer of the DuoAquaTrap, is looking for agents in sub-Saharan Africa, Equipment Africa can report. The company’s technology addresses free and suspended water
Wacker Neuson has launched new excavators. Wacker Neuson’s new excavators between six and 10 tons operating weight include the EZ80, a zero tail model without
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The deal was concluded at the recently ended bauma 2016. Babcock, the exclusive southern African distributor of leading construction brands including Volvo, Terex Trucks, Tadano,
The Volvo Construction Equipment Co-Pilot is designed for use on machines as diverse as excavators to pavers. Volvo Construction Equipment’s on-board services display, Co-Pilot, is one
The machine can be powered by diesel fuel or electrical power. Caterpillar has added the model 300.9D Versatile Power System (VPS) to the Cat range
Cummins Southern Africa’s Master Rebuild Centre has been expanded to handle bigger engine ranges such as the 78-litre QSK78 which weighs in at 10t. Cummins
The newly-introduced Certified Rebuild Program from Volvo Construction Equipment protects the finances of equipment users by restoring the original strength, durability and power of
Sukim Enterprise currently runs a Caterpillar 140G grader. Despite its small size, Sukim Enterprise, a start-up plant hire company based in Nairobi, Kenya, has ambitious
Load and haul is one of the biggest cost drivers for any quarry, and it makes sense for an operation of this nature to
To prevent different material grades from mixing, the buckets feature minimised pockets. Volvo Construction Equipment has introduced three new buckets specifically designed to fit Volvo
Volvo Construction Equipment simulators can also be used for research and development purposes. Volvo Construction Equipment simulators have been designed using the same software and data used by Volvo
Atlas Copco recently invited Lethukuthula Secondary School students, to share sound advice on career planning. In acknowledgment of the importance of empowering young women by
Liebherr reports good growth in both construction and mining markets Liebherr has enjoyed growth in the construction and mining markets. Turnover from construction and mining
With operator comfort and productive operation in mind, the revised cab layout of the Generation 10 TA400 is spacious and ergonomic. Terex Trucks has embarked
Scania says it continues to gain market share within the construction sector in a string of global markets. Christopher Podgorski, senior vice-president, Sales and Marketing
MultiOne SA is an authorised dealer for Auger Torque's range of attachments in Gauteng, South Africa. MultiOne South Africa (SA), the exclusive southern African dealer
The new Volvo compact excavator range is ideal for tight working conditions. Volvo Construction Equipment has further stated its strong focus on compact equipment with
A fleet of Bell Equipment ADTs deployed at Afrimat’s Marble Hall Mine in Limpopo, South Africa. The choice between rigid dump trucks (RDTs) and
The iCAM 852 is designed to provide video solutions with combined vehicle tracking and fleet management capabilities. iCAM Video Telematics has launched its iCAM 852,
The X-63 LPS is designed to provide a solution for machine-controlled excavation in sky-obstructed areas. Topcon Positioning Group announces the release of a new excavator system
The machines have an optional Safe Lift feature, complete with an integral Lift Overload warning system JCB’s four new compact excavator models are the 48Z-1,
Gerald Annandale, Cummins technical sales manager for Africa, says contaminated fuel can cause components to wear prematurely. The quality and cleanliness of fuel
New managing director of ITR Africa, Brian van Buuren is very optimistic about the prospects of growth, even in the face of the struggling
The report finds that the world’s 40 largest miners had a significant drop off in capex, signalling an almost stagnant investment environment. Year 2015 was
The general construction excavator market is generally an overtraded market in southern Africa. Tough market conditions continue to put both original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and
Integrating grade control data communications, remote GNSS corrections and telematics, the Trimble Connected Site optimises asset productivity and reduces operational costs. Trimble, a leading innovator
Operators can work confidently without the visual obstruction of masts or risks to hanging cables. Topcon Positioning Group has released a new 3D dozer machine
The company has a full range of skid steers in stock. Its JC35 is a 1t model. South African based importer and supplier of a
A MultiOne loader is said to be at least 50% fuel efficient than a comparative skid steer. An average skid steer is said to
Markus Geyer is the newly appointed managing director of the company. With a new top-level management team in place, a well-known truck manufacturer is executing
Volvo Co-Pilot uses a tablet computer to deliver a new generation of intelligent machine services, such as Dig Assist. Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) and
It has a four wheel drive which provides sound traction in all challenging terrain. With an operating weight of 3 750kg, the Liugong CLG385 comes equipped with
Lofty van Wyk, director of MultiOne SA, says the company has appointed sub dealers in almost all the provinces of South Africa. Having operated for
Hyundai’s new camera system incorporates Intelligent Moving Object Detection which informs the operator when people or dangerous objects are detected within a 5m radius. The
To qualify for the scheme each machine must be less than four years old and have completed a maximum of 1 500 hours per
The system’s measurement results provide a basis for analysing the wear on hydraulic components, observing standards and detecting damage early. Dirty hydraulic fluid is the
The E635F is a 3,5t capacity crawler excavator with an excavating force of 32kN. Chinese original equipment manufacturer SDLG has launched its new 3,5t-rated E635F
Michelle and Justin Nicoll, are in charge of the Nicoll Group’s Nicoll Plant Hire and Force 8, respectively. Michelle Nicoll, who runs a Cape Town,
One of Rail Plant Hire’s recently acquired Cat D6R units adds to its expanding dozer fleet. Backed by a well-established contractor base in the construction
Danoher Contracting’s Volvo A30F was recently installed with CrC liners to extend the life of the bin. Rio-Carb, a Chromium Carbide (CrC) expert, recently fitted
With an overhead loading height of 2,27m, the WL28 can even load trucks at construction sites. With three new models, Wacker Neuson has expanded its
The best-selling product remains the backhoe loader for CASE in Africa, especially the 570 model. Africa has the potential to be a more than 2 000
David Beatenbough, vice-president of LiuGong Machinery, speaks of the company's ambitious global growth plans. Chinese original equipment manufacturer LiuGong has set high targets for its
Profitability is the result of good maintenance and good production coming together. A poorly maintained asset cannot produce what it was originally designed to do.
Ashley Mayer, training manager at WearCheck If profitability and efficiency are among the goals of any machine-based operation, then a good reliability solutions programme is
Burgers Equipment & Spares, LiuGong’s authorised dealer in South Africa and Namibia, recently moved from a rented facility to a larger, own facility in
The Doosan DX430LCA’s footprint continues to grow in the region. Heavy duty Doosan DX340LCA hydraulic excavators, designed for efficient operation and high productivity in demanding
The new intelligent sensor is ideal for a range of mobile machinery including construction equipment or municipal vehicles. Instrotech, local distributor of process control instrumentation
A Kubota mini excavator is deployed on a construction site in Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa. Having launched the Kubota range of compact excavators locally in
Mooiplaas Quarry’s fleet of five wheel loaders is loading a total of about 250 trucks per day at stockpiles. Mooiplaas Quarry, a homogeneous dolomitic reserve,
A Volvo front-end loader has been installed with an automated bucket weighing system, which sends daily weigh-in information directly to the quarry manager’s computer. The
The Liebherr T 264 combines the Litronic Plus AC drive system and a high-power engine, up to 2 700hp, to yield higher speeds on
QIC CAM is an independent video solution that can record pre-set conditions such as driver behaviour inside the cab, the front view of the
The range includes 13 models, from 100kg through to 3,8 tonne operating weight. JCB Attachments has doubled the number of hydraulic breakers designed to work
The backhoe’s curved boom means that the operator can avoid dig area obstacles such as rocks, and can easily reach maximum dig depth with
The fully programmable controller has the capability of controlling progressive, single-line and dual line lubrication systems and can be fitted to virtually any size
Bell Equipment UK is bringing its service provision in-house in order to offer dedicated engineering support to its customers. Bell Equipment UK has made a
Neil Robinson, managing director of Africa’s condition monitoring specialists WearCheck, gets into the spirit as the company celebrates its 40 th birthday this year. WearCheck’s laboratories process
Comprehensive mining security requires effective substance abuse policies and procedures, writes Rhys Evans, director of ALCO-Safe. When it comes to security in mines, the major
The Wacker Neuson DW50 supplements the series of large wheel dumpers with hydrostatic all-wheel drive and ECO mode, which comes with good off-road capability and traction. German
The executive mayor of the Knysna Local Municipality, Cllr Georlene Wolmarans (top centre) cuts through the ribbon on the new Bell 315SK 4x4 TLB.
Support from SMT, the official Volvo distributor in Central and West Africa, also played a crucial role in Chirano opting for Volvo machines. Kinross Chirano
Case has nurtured a long business relationship with Les Carrières de L’Ariana. Les Carrières de L’Ariana, a family quarry in the Raoued-Ariana region of Tunisia,
Terex Trucks is heavily investing in delivering lifetime service excellence to its customers. The company says it is concentrating investments in areas that have
The Atlas Copco’s SB202 hammer and mini excavator is proving to be a winning combination. The recent fitment of Atlas Copco’s SB202 hammers onto Komatsu PC55
Bobcat has launched a new range of backhoe loaders for sale in markets in the Middle East and Africa. Comprising four models – the
Pictured with Liviero’s new Liebherr PR 776 dozer are (from left to right) Louis Du Plessis (Liviero), Tendayi Kudumba (Liebherr-Africa), Richard Edwards (Liebherr-Africa) and
Telematics offers the ability to integrate geolocation services within the vehicle platform. Supporting its Dynamic Machine Control approach, Eaton is preparing to introduce several new features
Force 8, a local Yanmar compact excavator dealer sees an apparent ongoing preference for smaller gear on African construction sites. Justin Nicoll, owner of Force 8
The new in-line geometry, which maintains the S shape boom that is part of the CASE backhoe DNA, ensures that the effort is evenly
The cab is now fully enclosed with air-conditioning. Bell Equipment has launched its new Series IV generation of Bell Haulage Tractors. Bell Equipment product marketing manager:
Atlas Copco’s Amanda Roets says features such as low noise and vibration levels enhance operator safety and comfort. One of Atlas Copco Construction Technique’s mining
Customers can work almost anywhere without the need for a fixed base station for the RTK correction signals. CASE Construction Equipment further expanded the offering
JCB’s engine exports have grown over the years. JCB originally began producing engines in 2004 to power its own machines and today more than 70% of
Trimble and Volvo Construction Equipment have partnered to establish a Trimble 3D machine control solution that will seamlessly integrate with Volvo Dig Assist 2D machine
Maximum Equipment is a southern African plant hire business turned attachment and construction equipment dealer. Apart from their traditional earthmoving equipment hire businesses, local plant hire companies
All the trucks now feature efficient Allison seven-speed transmissions. Bell Equipment’s other four new large E-series ADT models, which range from 33,5 to 45,4 tonne payloads,
Africa is key to Cummins’global growth. Africa is a key region for obtaining measurable and sustainable growth for Cummins, according to Cummins chairman and chief
The flat-bottomed 35m³ body resembles a rigid-truck bin. Bell Equipment’s B60E has attracted huge interest from the international earth moving, quarrying and mining segments. “We are certainly
WearCheck has developed an Advanced Industrial Kit, in which an expanded range of sample types is analysed for particle counts and acid numbers (TAN). The company
Babcock has introduced the new Volvo A60H articulated hauler to the southern African market following its much-anticipated unveiling at bauma 2016. The 60-tonne articulated dump
In challenging economic times, the fate of a quarry may hinge on the skills of its equipment operators to extract, load and haul quarried materials
Caterpillar’s B20, B30 and B35 top mount hammers (TM) are now available locally for diverse markets that include municipal, general construction, demolition, quarrying and mining. These units
With the introduction of the Dynamax EC850 hose and complementary fittings, power management company Eaton provides a solution for mobile hydrostatic drive, direct drive steering and
LiuGong’s proportion of overseas income increased to 35% in 2015. Last year also saw LiuGong maintain its position as a leading exporter of loaders, skid
Terex Trucks believes the coal mining region of South Africa is realistically a good market for its bigger rigids. Guy Wilson, director of Sales &
Komatsu PC7000 shovel is a 677 ton machine that is powered by two 1 250 kW diesel engines. It can lift a 36 m³ front shovel
Chris Whitehead has been appointed new managing director of DISA Equipment, operating as Doosan South Africa, the exclusive dealer for Doosan in South Africa, Zimbabwe,
From left: Carl Zietsman, Martin Weissburg, Martin Lundstedt, Stanley van der Burgh, Roger O’Callaghan, Tomas Kuta. Burgh Plant Hire from South Africa has become the first
Topcon Positioning Group has launched the latest indicate dozer machine control system, namely the i-53. The new system comes with the latest Topcon GNSS receiver,
A Doosan DX300LCA excavator equipped with an MB Crusher BF90.3 MB bucket crusher crushes material for platforming at a building site in Centurion, South Africa. Riviera
Topcon has launched its GX-55 control box for machine-controlled excavation. This brings 2D and 3D systems to its line of excavation solutions, namely the
Mecalac has established itself in European markets through its fundamentally distinctive machine ranges Mecalac is searching for a dealer for its range of compact loaders
Veriga's forged protection elements are connected with welded rings to a mesh Veriga, a Slovenian manufacturer of tyre protection chains, is urgently looking for distributors
Avant is already selling between 80-100 units per year in South Africa Compact loader maker Avant wants to increase its dealer footprint in sub-Saharan Africa.
Volvo Construction Equipment’s EC950E is available in less regulated markets. With a bucket breakout force of 424 kN and an arm tearout force of 408
The new Case 885B motor grader range is now available in South Africa through dealer CSE Equipment. CSE Equipment has launched Case 885B series motor
McKenzie Plant Hire operates a total of four Bell Equipment articulated dump trucks at Marble Hall Mine. Load and haul functions at Afrimat’s Marble Hall
MultiOne SA sells the full range of CSF MultiOne’s articulated compact loaders. A MultiOne articulated loader can cost as much as R40 000 less than
The HMK 140W is a 14t wheeled excavator. Maximum Equipment is determined to capture a sizeable share of the southern African wheeled excavator market
The TR100 rigid dump truck is traditionally the preferred option for hard rock applications. The inclusion of the Terex Trucks range into Babcock’s product portfolio
Burgers Equipment & Spares’ recent move to a larger, own facility in Pomona, Gauteng, is part of its overall strategy to elevate customer service
The new Cat 730C2 has a rated payload of 28 tonnes. The new Cat C2 Series articulated dump truck range includes the 234 kW 725C2
Bell Equipment Chief Executive, Gary Bell Manufacturers in South Africa face ongoing challenges in terms of lack of meaningful support, poor response from government in
The D6R2 is ideal for applications ranging from heavy dozing and ripping, to land clearing, finish grading, trench backfilling and landfill management. The latest generation
Bell Equipment’s short to medium term priorities are to grow the Bell ADT and associated parts and service volumes in the active global markets
This range comes with an ‘X’ shape box type sub-frame offering sound resistance against bending forces and vibration stress by equally distributing the stress
Using the Rototilt Positioning Solution together with the Trimble GCS900 Grade Control System, operators know the attachment's precise position relative to the excavation in
Burgers Equipment & Spares has unveiled the new H-series, the latest generation of LiuGong wheel loader featuring a turbocharged Cummins QSM11 engine with a
The standard track pads on the Cat 6015B are 700mm in diameter and the machine has a ground bearing pressure of 16,3N/cm². The Cat
Standard on all Cat D11N, D11R, and D11T track-type tractors, the sleeve bearing track system is designed to operate at higher speeds and greater
The new Doosan DX225LCA is now available in southern Africa through DISA Equipment Doosan has launched its DX225LCA series of excavators, which have an improved
Liviero Mining has taken delivery of the first unit of the Liebherr PR 776 in South Africa. Powered by a 768hp Liebherr 12-cylinder engine,
MultiOne is one of the latest launches of compact gear into southern Africa While the backhoe loader remains the preferred piece of equipment in South
A Bell ADT belonging to EXR Construction is deployed at a construction site in Lesotho. Considering very tight margins in the construction sector, EXR
In 2015, Cummins opened its 20 000m² Regional Distribution Centre, Filtration and Coolant manufacturing plant in Johannesburg. Cummins’ distribution centre in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa,
Most prominent Chinese OEMs, such as XCMG, have their offerings powered by Cummins engines. Cummins’ relationship with Chinese original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) is on the
Danoher Contracting has a total of eight Volvo wheel loaders in its fleet. When it comes to load and haul, Danoher Contracting insists on
SDLG’s B877 backhoe loader is suited for small and upcoming contractors. SLDLG’s B877 backhoe loader is an ideal solution for small and upcoming contractors.
Yu Mengsheng, SDLG president, says dealers in Africa continue to expand their facilities in order to meet growing demand in the region. SDLG is
Kobelco announced its re-entry into southern Africa and its partnership with Eqstra Industrial Equipment at bauma Conexpo Africa 2015. Kobelco International is taking a
Both LiuGong and Burgers Equipment & Spares continue investing into backup service structures. LiuGong’s ongoing investment in South Africa reflects its long-term outlook for
SDLG’s B877 backhoe loader made its grand debut at bauma Conexpo Africa 2015. Cost-effective machines stripped of all the bells and whistles are growing in