Author: Mark Dowdall

Kohler Co. has elected President and CEO David Kohler to the additional role of Chair of the Board, following the passing of Executive Chairman Herbert V. Kohler, Jr. on September 3rd at age 83. David will Chair the Board of Directors and Executive Committee, in addition to his role as CEO, which will include full scope responsibility for the three business groups of Kohler Co., including its power division which specialises in prime and continuous power solutions such as engines and generators. The appointee has been with Kohler Co. for over 31 years and was elected to the role of President…

Raimondi Cranes will showcase two new cranes and a newly-designed cabin onsite at Bauma 2022, the company has announced. According to a statement, the newest range of Raimondi flattops which includes two series with a range of lifting capacities from 6t-24t, will be introduced at the event alongside a refreshed accessory range and new corporate vision. “Our R&D department have been working extensively on developing cranes that respond to market trends and client needs. The new range of machines, designed with fleet rental companies top of mind, will include unique characteristics such as adaptable and lighter jibs, a new seamless…

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has added a host of upgrades to its zero-emissions L25 Electric wheel loader, increasing versatility, operator comfort and uptime, the company has announced. Among the new enhancements, a parallel linkage, especially suited for medium-duty cycles and pallet-handling applications, will serve as a compliment to the existing Z-type, delivering high breakout torque with the maximum speed of the L25 Electric increasing up to 20 kph. According to Volvo, noise emissions have been reduced inside and outside the cab due to a new hydraulic pump and the relocation of the Main Control Valve from the cab to…

Global IoT solutions provider Trackunit has launched a 5G-ready, battery-powered device to connect and monitor non-powered construction equipment and accessories. According to the company the new Spot 2 device offers increased connectivity and visibility to the full fleet, significantly reducing operating costs and increasing the utilisation of each machine in real-time. Equipment and site managers can quickly locate equipment at depots and worksites using the Trackunit platform. Among Spot 2’s features, operators can set tracking frequency while the new power efficient design is said to have doubled estimated battery life allowing 4,000 message transmissions. When configured for two messages per…

Manitou Group has announced the purchase of the intellectual property of ATN Platforms, a specialist in the design and assembly of aerial work platforms. According to the manufacturer of forklifts, telehandlers and other heavy equipment, the purchase will allow the group to extend its existing product range and accelerate the development of the company. ATN Platforms is a French firm that specialises in aerial work platforms with a strong focus on vertical platforms. Manitou Group says the acquisition allows the company to benefit from the expertise of several ATN Platforms employees, who will continue to be based in Tonneins, France,…

Hunydai Construction Equipment has unveiled the HW150A CR compact wheeled excavator with it expected to become the flagship model in its growing A-series range. It follows the launch of the larger HW170A CR and has been introduced to meet demand for a more utility and service oriented wheeled machine in the 15-17 tonne segment, the company says. The HW150A CR has been designed with reduced tailswing for working in confined spaces and busy envrionments. Its features include a load sensing hydraulic system that allows for multi-functional operation and precise machine movements. It comes with proportional auxiliary hydraulics enabling precise control of…

Swedish mining giant Epiroc has signed an agreement to acquire AARD Mining Equipment, a South African manufacturer that specialises in low-profile underground machines for mines with low mining heights. Based near Johannesburg, AARD designs, manufactures, services and supports a wide range of mining equipment including include drill rigs, bolters, loaders and scalers. The acquisition is part of Epiroc’s strategy to increase its underground product portfolio and expand its presence in the Africa region. “AARD has reputable and reliable products that complement our underground product portfolio well,” said Helena Hedblom, Epiroc’s President and CEO in a statement. “This acquisition will further…

Grove has introduced a new heavy-duty jib extension for its GRT9165 rough-terrain crane, designed to boost efficiency when setting precast concrete panels. The optional jib improves the 150t crane’s utilisation abilities due to its easy transportation and fast set-up time, the company says. The jib is 3.8 metres long and designed with two sheaves, for up to four parts of line, and is hydraulically offsettable from 0° to 50°. The compact but stout jib has a max lifting capacity of 68,600 lbs. According to the manufacturer, the new jib has up to 20% greater capacities on average than other cranes…

Members and non-members who log data in the IPAF accident reporting portal can now track their own safety statistics against the wider industry, IPAF has announced. Falls from the platform, electrocution and platform overturns have been the most common type of incidents leading to serious injuries and deaths in the last decade, according to the latest Global Safety Report. In a statement, Brian Parker, IPAF Head of Safety & Technical, said: “Until now, IPAF offered a limited interface for viewing reports via the portal, with logged-in users only able to view charts ranking the incidents reported by company as a…

ACT Arabian Consolidated Trading Est. has become the first company in Saudi Arabia to take delivery of a Liebherr LTM 1650-8.1 mobile crane, the crane manufacturer has announced. ACT, which previously used its predecessor model, the Liebherr LTM 1500-8.1, opted for the full equipment package including both telescopic boom lengths, 54 and 80 metres, at the time of purchase. It continues the relationship the company has enjoyed with Liebherr since 1987. According to Liebherr the new LTM 1650-8.1 outperforms its predecessor by 15 to 50 per cent in terms of load capacity – depending on the equipment. “The LTM 1500-8.1 is a proven crane within the ACT Group that…