Author: Stephen White

ZQuip, a pioneering division of Moog Construction has introduced a new ZQuip modular energy solution. At the heart of the ZQuip energy kit which features 70- and 140-kWh Energy Modules. These versatile and interchangeable modules are designed to be compatible with any machine, regardless of size, type, or manufacturer. Their flexibility ensures seamless integration into a variety of construction equipment. Comprising a battery harness, electric motor, and AI-driven thermal management system, this kit is engineered to ensure efficient energy use and longevity of the machinery. Advanced IoT capabilities provide real-time monitoring of fleet activities and battery life. This technology is…

Kubota has launched its first telehandler, called the KTH4815. This is a compact machine which has an overall width of 1.6m and an overall height of below 2m, making it a suitable loader for those with traditional livestock and poultry buildings. It comes with a maximum lift height of 4.8m and a maximum lift capacity of 1.5t, depending on which model is chosen. Hydraulic performance is provided by a pump with an output of 81L/min. 51L of this is available through an auxiliary circuit for powered attachments carried on the handler’s Eurohitch headstock. In addition to a hydraulically locking headstock,…

John Deere has introduced the 444 G-Tier wheel loader as part of its performance tiering strategy, offering customers a model that provides reliability without the extras that they would find in a P-Tier or X-Tier machine. The versatility and ruggedness of the 444 G-Tier are similar to the previously introduced 544 and 644 G-Tier machines, but at a lower operating weight and smaller size. This latest addition to the wheel loader lineup aims to cater to the segment of the construction market that values simplicity and reliability and serves as a response to the demand for more economically priced wheel…

Facilities management (FM) firm Amantra FM has acquired specialist fire-fighting and safety solution provider, AL MANQAB Technical Services. The acquisition is said to mark Amantra’s foray into the construction industry, where the integration of firestop solutions in design stages helps significantly avert fire hazards in the future. The solutions, coupled with installation from trained technicians, constitute AL MANQAB’s and Amantra’s competitive edge in construction. Founded in 2018, AL MANQAB has built a strong portfolio of firestop solutions and ancillary offerings such as safety programs, fire safety audits, hazard identification, and risk assessment. The firm’s expertise encompasses MEP penetrations, electrical risers,…

At the Future Minerals Forum in Riyadh, Front End Limited Company, a Saudi-owned enterprise specializing in advanced solutions for various sectors, announced an exclusive partnership agreement with Crane+. The agreement positions Front End as the primary collaborator for Crane+’s state-of-the-art products and services within Saudi Arabia. The partnership focuses on transforming industrial, mining, and oil & gas operations by integrating autonomous high payload, long-range drones and trucks. This move aligns with Front End’s commitment to fostering an ecosystem of innovative partners, paving the way for a future of advanced logistics and critical operations through next-generation autonomous systems. This collaboration aligns…

Official Raimondi Cranes agent of Milan, Monza, and Brianza, Italy’s Assistedile Srl., says it has brought its total fleet size to 130 cranes with its newest Raimondi T147 flat-top tower crane. Raimondi is owned by Dubai-based KBW Investments. A Class 110 series crane, the T147 is the 107th Raimondi in the company’s fleet, erected for the first time in the country in October 2023. Currently at work in Modena, Italy, on the construction of the new technical and administrative offices of the country’s most renowned automobile manufacturers, Ferrari. “The deployment of the first Raimondi T147 on this prestigious jobsite represents a…

Develon, previously known as Doosan Construction Equipment, is set to make a grand debut at the 2024 Intermat Exhibition, held from 24 to 27 April 2024 in Paris, France. The company is expected to showcase an array of cutting-edge machinery and digital innovations. The highlight of the exhibition is the European premiere of Develon’s Concept-X 2.0, a remotely controlled, autonomous construction equipment solution. The technology will be showcased through the DD100-CX autonomous dozer and DX225-CX autonomous crawler excavator. Develon’s stand, a sprawling two-tier booth covering 2.024 m², features both static displays and live demonstrations, providing visitors a comprehensive view of…

The Dangote Group planned a world-class new refinery in Nigeria that would reduce the country’s reliance on imported energy and bring with it over 30,000 jobs. It was a project requiring some truly massive moves – among the continent’s largest, in many cases. But before work could even begin, the team had to tame this patch of reclaimed swampland, turning it into a stable heavy lift surface. To support the drive for growth, Africa is looking to reduce reliance on imports; producing more of its own energy and raw materials. In Nigeria, this drive is led by businesses such as…

ACCIONA has used a new, much more efficient energy storage system in the construction of the Alentejo Hospital in the Évora region of Portugal. This Atlas Copco ZBP45-45 energy storage system – connected to a 100 kVA generator – has been installed to power a crane tower being used in the construction of the hospital. This system – in addition to diesel generators- makes it possible to reduce the environmental footprint associated with the crane’s energy consumption, in this case, achieving a significant reduction in fossil fuel (diesel) consumption and associated polluting gas emissions. The system installed by ACCIONA consists…

Ritchie Bros. Middle East, a renowned global marketplace for commercial assets and vehicles, has marked 2023 as a year of extraordinary success and global reach. Hosting four online auctions, the company sold an impressive total of over 5,200 lots, attracting more than 4,400 bidders from over 70 countries and generating a staggering 1.6 million visits to its online auction and buying platform, Marketplace-E. The substantial growth in 2023 is attributed to Ritchie Bros.’ strategic investments in manpower, infrastructure, and advertising, significantly expanding its reach in the Middle East. This expansion attracted a diverse array of bidders, leading to the purchase…