Weekly overview 14.7. - 18.7. 2025

Product launches of June (Wirtgen pavers, Hamm rollers, John Deere harvester, and more)

Check the full list of new heavy machinery models presented by manufacturers during June 2025! Are you particularly interested in any of these highlights? Maybe Wirtgen´s pavers, Hamm´s rollers, or John Deere´s harvesters? Read more >>

Combilift Receives its 3rd Red Dot Win with its New 7-ton Electric Multidirectional Counterbalance Forklift

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Combilift , an Irish-based manufacturer, has received its third Red Dot Award for Product Design 2025 for the Combi-CB70E, a new 7-ton electric multidirectional counterbalance forklift. Recognized for its ergonomic design, performance, and sustainability, the Combi-CB70E is designed for handling long and bulky loads in confined spaces, offering zero-emission operation and all-terrain capability. This forklift also features advanced technology such as the Independent Traction Control System, large elastic rubber tires, and an Auto Swivel Seat for enhanced operator comfort. Combilift continues to excel in the materials handling sector, having been awarded multiple international accolades, including the Product of the Year and Ergonomics Award at the UKMHA Archies Awards. With over 1,000 employees and exports to more than 85 countries, Combilift is a leader in safety, design, and innovation. Read more >>

Compaction control and documentation of the future: Track Assist and WPT Compacting

Hamm, part of the Wirtgen Group, has introduced two new digital solutions: the Track Assist app and Wirtgen Group Performance Tracker (WPT) Compacting, both enhancing construction site efficiency. Track Assist, an Android app evolving from the Smart Doc app, improves the driving experience by providing key compaction parameters to operators, while the web-based WPT Compacting offers site managers advanced tools for data monitoring and analysis within the John Deere Operations CenterTM. These advancements enable enhanced communication between machinery, facilitating efficient resource use and operational planning, thereby boosting productivity in road construction and earthworks. Both solutions will be available from Autumn 2025, aiming to increase site management transparency and efficiency. Read more >>

SharpGrade Launches G73 Grader Blade for Compact Track & Articulated Wheel Loaders Precision Grading Meets Compact Efficiency for 30–50hp Machines

SharpGrade has introduced the G73 Grader Blade for compact track and articulated wheel loaders, catering to 30-50HP machines with a focus on precision grading in confined spaces. This innovative tool features a compact design, measuring 45.5 inches when closed and expanding to 73 inches with hydraulic side wings, suitable for various tasks such as landscape grading and residential construction. Key advantages include multiple hitch options, compatibility with 3D solutions like GPS and LPS, and an intuitive touchscreen-enabled QuadGrade Power Pro system, allowing easy integration with different machines. The G73 also boasts unique features like sealed, lubricated bearings and a Zero Cross Coupling design for enhanced control, making it an ideal solution for urban infill projects and equipment rental companies seeking efficient grading solutions. Read more >>

Easy to own and operate, the new Cat 980 GC Wheel Loader delivers high performance and low owning and operating costs

The new Cat® 980 GC Wheel Loader, developed by Caterpillar, is designed for high performance and low operating costs due to its Cat C13 engine, known for low fuel consumption and advanced features like the Engine Idle Management System (EIMS). Incorporating intuitive controls and a user-friendly interface, the loader is suitable for varied applications. It offers efficient gear changes with its automatic planetary powershift transmission and features Cat Performance Series buckets to improve productivity. The spacious cab provides an operator-friendly environment with excellent visibility and safety features. Additionally, it integrates technologies like Cat VisionLink™ for operational tracking and optional Cat Payload for precise loading, supporting operational efficiency and productivity across industries. Read more >>

steinexpo – A Driving Force for Innovation

Steinexpo 2026, organized by GEOPLAN GmbH, is set to be held from September 2 to 5, 2026, in Europe’s largest basalt quarry in Homberg/Nieder-Ofleiden, Northern Hesse. This twelfth edition of the event will feature approximately 130 exhibitors over a 40,000 m² exhibition area. The focal point will be the "Quarry Vision 2.6" innovation area showcasing cutting-edge technologies and solutions directly at the exhibitors' stands, enhancing visibility across the trade fair. Visitors can engage in a "Collect Points, Win Visions" prize draw by scanning QR codes at designated stands, aimed at promoting interaction and rewarding innovation-focused attendees. This live event will serve as a convergence point for the international raw and building materials industry to experience both established and novel concepts. Read more >>

Low noise meets zero operating emissions: The new electric pavers from Vögele

Vögele introduced its first fully-electric compact paver, the SUPER 1300-5e, alongside the battery-powered MINI 500e and MINI 502e mini-class pavers, at bauma 2025. These new models represent Vögele's commitment to zero-emission machinery, offering low-noise, environmentally friendly solutions for urban and sensitive construction areas. The SUPER 1300-5e operates with a 126 kWh liquid-cooled Li-ion battery for small to medium road projects, while the MINI 500e and MINI 502e offer battery options of 15 kWh and 22 kWh, suitable for extended operating times. All three models feature battery-electric drive systems and can be charged via household sockets, wallboxes, or rapid charging stations, ensuring efficient energy use. Vögele’s advancements reflect the rising demand for sustainable and carbon-neutral construction equipment within the Wirtgen Group’s product lineup. Read more >>

CM Labs to Showcase Its IntelliaTM Intelligent Training System, Walkaround Inspection, and Equipment Training Packs at The Utility Expo 2025

CM Labs Simulations will introduce its IntelliaTM Intelligent Training System along with new walkaround inspection and equipment training packs at The Utility Expo 2025, held at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville from October 7-9. The company will showcase these innovations at booth #S4020 through themed simulator stations focused on both underground and overhead utility work. The Underground Operations Station features training packs for navigation around buried infrastructure, while the Overhead Operations Station includes scenario-based training for operations in high-risk environments, emphasizing the Digger Derrick Simulator. The training solutions use CM Labs' sturdy hardware, OEM-grade controls, and help track performance with detailed insights. Read more >>

Bobcat T86 Compact Track Loader Revolutionizes Deforestation at Bodegas Marqués de Vizhoja Vineyard in Spain

Bodegas Marqués de Vizhoja, a prominent vineyard located in Pontevedra, Spain, has revolutionized its deforestation efforts by adopting the Bobcat T86 compact track loader. The vineyard, known for its white wines and commitment to innovation, collaborated with Talleres Turquino, the official Bobcat distributor in Galicia, to acquire the T86 with a 2 m Forestry Cutter attachment. The loader, featuring a 100 HP engine and 159 l/min super flow for enhanced performance, efficiently cleared tough vegetation and managed steep slopes. Delivered with a Forestry kit for operator safety, the T86 offers a balanced mix of power and compact dimensions, proving ideal for difficult terrains. Francisco Javier Martínez Gómez, the field manager, praised its stability and manoeuvrability, marking it as a recommended option for efficient field operations. Read more >>

Second Develon 100 tonne Excavator at Estonia Mine

Kiviõli Keemiatöötus, an Estonian company part of the Alexela Group, has acquired a second Develon DX1000LC-7, a 100-tonne crawler excavator, for its oil shale mining operations in North Kiviõli, Estonia. The new machine joins an existing fleet that includes Develon models DX800LC-7 and DX490LC-7, enhancing productivity and operational efficiency with its powerful engine, high hydraulic flow, and large bucket capacity while promising reduced fuel consumption. This addition was facilitated by INTRAC Group, the authorized Develon dealer in the Baltic countries, which provides comprehensive service support. Estonia's oil shale industry, a vital energy source employing over 7,300 people, is central to the National Development Plan for its utilization from 2016–2030. Read more >>

Successful debut: New STB 320 from TII SCHEUERLE handles heavy-duty transport for TransnetBW

The STB 320 side girder deck, developed by TII SCHEUERLE in collaboration with Spedition Kübler, made a successful debut transporting a 285-tonne transformer for TransnetBW. This operation, which took place on July 9, 2025, involved a 10-kilometer route from Offenburg railway freight station to the Offenburg-Weier transformer substation, highlighting the vehicle's ability to handle heavy loads under challenging infrastructural conditions. Key features such as reduced dead weight, flexible axle configuration, and precise hydraulic systems enabled safe navigation across sensitive bridges and through complex urban areas. The achievement underscores the STB 320's potential in supporting the energy transition sector's infrastructure demands. Read more >>