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Wheeled loader economy drive
Different engine regulations in developed and emerging markets mean wheeled loaders now vary a lot from country to country. However, the drive to increase fuel efficiency is common around the world.
Editor's Comment: Not such a conservative industry
News and features in International Construction's September issue illustrate how the equipment industry is embracing new technologies to cut fuel costs for owners
Doosan to close Belgian factory
Excavator plant and parts centre in Frameries to close in the face of stagnant European demand
Caterpillar scraper milestone
Company’s 75,000th wheeled tractor scraper rolls of the production line at Decatur factory.
Briggs & Stratton acquires Allmand Bros
US$62 million cash deal sees engine manufacturer diversify product range into towable lighting towers, industrial heaters and solar LED arrow boards
Wirtgen Group acquires majority stake in Benninghoven
German manufacturer buys 70% stake in Mülheim-based producer of asphalt mixing plants
Dates and new venue announced for BICES 2015
September 22 – 25 confirmed for Beijing equipment exhibition, which will move to the New Beijing International Exhibition Center (NBIEC).
Komatsu intelligent machine control excavators for Europe
Integrated guidance systems and stroke sensing hydraulic cylinders used to improve accuracy, efficiency and safety on new 20 tonne-class excavator.
Kobelco equipment revenues up +14%
Steady increase in excavator sales – including in China – while crawler crane revenues were up +47% compared to a year ago.
Vp in €7 million Balfour Beatty Rail acquisition
Deal includes Balfour Beatty Rail's trackside plant and equipment rental activity, together with five-year rental agreement across the UK
20,000th Bobcat telehandler rolls off production line
Manufacturer celebrates landmark, reveals plans for expansion in production.
FEATURE: Quarrying efficiency
In quarrying, efficient extraction is all about choosing the right mobile equipment and crushing and screening set-up.
FEATURE: Mixing technology
Faster production, quicker set up and lower emissions – mixing technology is moving forward at a rapid pace.
Yanmar and Kobelco to extend mini excavator supply deal
Yanmar to supply Kobelco with ten sub-2.8 tonne excavators for sale worldwide, while Kobelco will supply larger models to Yanmar for sale in Japan.
Komatsu launches eco wheeled loader in Europe
New EU Stage IIIB-compliant wheeled loader uses 10% less fuel than its predecessor
Volvo ordered to pay €55 million in engine emission case
US Court of Appeals rules that Volvo Group should pay penalties following dispute with Environmental Protection Agency
First half sales rise at Manitou
Manufacturer upgrades full-year revenue forecast after positive first half from rough terrain handling and compact equipment divisions
Kobelco brings new mini-excavator to Europe
Japanese manufacturer introduces its integrated noise and dust reduction technology to market
July-August International Construction now online
The July-August issue of International Construction is now online in its .pdf and page-turning digital issue formats.
Wacker Neuson introduces “smallest telehandler on market”
Manufacturer launches two new models, including compact TH408, which is 1.4 m wide and 1.9 m tall
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