Weekly overview 26.10. - 30.10. 2026

MF Gabelstapler explains why Magni was the next step in its growth

After more than 30 years in intralogistics, MF Gabelstapler is broadening its offering with Magni telehandlers, aerial work platforms and rough-terrain forklifts. Managing Director Dr. Alexander Frass explains the strategy, changing customer needs and why the company sees services, safety and digitalisation as important areas for future growth. Read more at page 62 >>

CM Labs Expands Bucket Truck Simulation Curriculum by Adding Virtual Reality-Based Training

CM Labs, a leader in simulation-based training for the utilities industry, has introduced virtual reality (VR) training for its Bucket Truck Simulation Curriculum on the Edge Plus simulator. This new training method combines VR headsets with authentic physical controls to provide immersive operator training, enhancing spatial awareness, depth perception, and muscle memory. Trainees learn to navigate hazards such as power lines and uneven terrain in realistic virtual scenarios. The Intelligrated Workforce Training System supports this curriculum with instructor tools like dynamic fault injection and weather controls, enabling tailored coaching and performance tracking. This approach helps operators gain experience and confidence safely in virtual environments. Read more >>

HARDI brings back the NK lift-mounted sprayer with a new design

HARDI International has reintroduced the NK lift-mounted sprayer, featuring enhanced tank capacities of 600, 800, and 1000 liters and a new design, set to hit the market in spring 2027. The updated NK combines proven components like the 364/7 diaphragm pump and MB booms with user-friendly features such as remote section control from the tractor cab, a compact chassis for easy handling, and integrated rinse tanks. Enhanced tank size and the addition of practical equipment ensure efficient crop spraying for farms seeking HARDI quality. The manually folded MB booms, available in 10 or 12 meters, combined with options for hydraulic lift and straightforward operation, underline the sprayer’s focus on simplicity and reliability, with significant advice offered by dealers on configuration options. Read more >>

New combination of a self-propelled mixer wagon and straw blower

BvL Group has expanded its product range by combining the V-COMFORT Turbo straw blower with its V-MIX Drive Maximus Plus and Giant self-propelled mixer wagons. This integration enhances operational flexibility by allowing feeding and bedding to be performed with one machine. The rear-mounted, mechanically driven straw blower retains its direct discharge feature and can optionally rotate hydraulically by 190°. The Air-Flow principle enables powerful straw ejection, with a range up to 30 meters for both even and targeted spreading. This combination will be exhibited at EuroTier, booth D32 in hall 27. Read more >>

Oxbo introduces the Gen 2 Series of the AT4103 and AT5105

Oxbo has launched the Gen 2 series of its AT4103 and AT5105 self-propelled manure applicators, which feature enhancements in design, operation, and user experience. These upgrades include the new Claas X11 cab, providing more space, better visibility, and improved control for safer operation. The applicators are equipped with Scania DC13 engines, offering more power and torque with greater efficiency, and are suitable for challenging terrains. A redesigned user interface and new styling with dark gray rims improve functionality and maintenance. The Gen 2 series has undergone extensive field testing to ensure reliability, marking a significant step forward in performance and operator comfort. Read more >>

Raimondi Group welcomes Cranbalt and H2 Supply to Arluno as Scandinavian presence flourishes

Raimondi Group recently hosted Cranbalt and H2 Supply at its headquarters in Arluno and Fontanafredda, aiming to strengthen partnerships and explore collaboration opportunities. Key developments included Cranbalt's acquisition of its first Raimondi T577 flat-top crane and H2 Supply's purchase of the first Terex CTT 392-16 crane in Scandinavia, which will support construction projects across Sweden. These orders signify major advancements for Raimondi's presence and service offerings in Scandinavia and the Baltic markets, enhancing long standing relationships and marking significant milestones in the partnerships. The visit, led by senior executives from Cranbalt and H2 Supply, also focused on discussing product development and adapting to market needs within the evolving business landscape. Read more >>

TII KAMAG supplies six U-frame Slag Pot Carriers for nickel plant in Brazil

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TII - Transporter Industry International GmbH KAMAG has received an order from a Brazilian mining company to supply six U-frame Slag Pot Carriers for a nickel plant in Brazil, as part of a fleet renewal program. These carriers are equipped with Caterpillar C18 engines, designed for transporting hot slag to a remote disposal site, and feature advanced safety systems such as tyre pressure monitoring and wet multi-disc brakes. The initiative includes the integration of digital condition monitoring through KAMAG Connect and a coordinated effort with local partner RIMAC for sales and service support, ensuring rapid service response and high fleet availability. Deliveries of these vehicles, strategically supported by spare parts agreements, are staggered through 2026. This project highlights TII - Transporter Industry International GmbH's commitment to delivering customized transport solutions for the metallurgical and mining sectors, blending sophisticated vehicle technology with digital and local service innovations. Read more >>

Sugarcane producer on Vögele paver

Usina Alta Mogiana, a Brazilian agricultural company, has taken significant steps to optimize its logistics and road maintenance by paving its 60-kilometer internal road network on the sugarcane plantation with its own Vögele SUPER 1400 paver and Hamm roller. This investment in machinery, supported by the Wirtgen Group and Terraverde Máquinas, included extensive personnel training and cost analysis, allowing the company to independently manage the project without contracting outside road construction services. Despite challenges from tropical weather, the Vögele paver's compact design and robust features enabled efficient roadwork, ultimately reducing the company's annual maintenance costs by 7 million reals and preparing it for potential future road expansions. Read more >>

Leybold vacuum technology ensures efficient recycling of lithium-ion batteries

Leybold’s vacuum technology plays a crucial role in the efficient recycling of lithium-ion batteries, particularly through mechanical recycling, which achieves up to 95% recycling rates. Leybold offers vacuum pumps and systems like the DRYVAC and SCREWLINE series, designed for handling aggressive vapors and ensuring safety. The recycling process encompassing pyrometallurgy, pyrolysis, and mechanical methods highlights the potential of vacuum technology to enhance safety and efficiency. Leybold supports battery recycling from prototype to industrial production worldwide, presenting recycling as both environmentally preferable and economically viable compared to raw material extraction via mining. The growing number of lithium-ion batteries and applications presents a significant opportunity for recycling, with specialized vacuum systems ensuring high machine availability, low maintenance, and energy efficiency for superior economic benefits and sustainability. Read more >>

Ponte Valnit in Airolo: Bridge construction for the second Gotthard road tunnel

Ponte Valnit in Airolo is a vital component of the redesigned Airolo motorway junction connected to the second Gotthard road tunnel project. PERI supplied tailored construction solutions, using modular VARIOKIT formwork and heavy-duty shoring towers adaptable to the complex geometry and significant load requirements of the site. The bridge will feature a balanced cantilever carriage system to prevent intermediate supports over a sensitive water reservoir. The design involved careful logistics planning due to restricted space, leading to the efficient reuse of materials across construction phases. The northern and southern construction sections posed challenges due to geometry, access, and load transfer limitations. Read more >>

Sales & Service Partner Meeting: RUTHMANN and VERSALIFT Are Shaping the Future Together

Ruthmann and VERSALIFT, as part of the TIME Manufacturing Company, held a global Sales & Service Partner Meeting to celebrate RUTHMANN's 125th anniversary with dealers from 25 countries. The event focused on promoting collaborative growth and product innovation through workshops and discussions, highlighting the VERSALIFT V-Range and RUTHMANN’s hybrid heavy-duty work platforms. Emphasis was placed on hands-on demonstrations of the VERSALIFT VA-200-F and its hydraulic and electronic systems, as well as RUTHMANN's STEIGER® models, which showcased their technical capabilities. The meeting underscored the importance of international partnership, allowing dealers to offer feedback and exchange ideas to drive sustainable growth and future innovations in aerial access equipment, ultimately fostering long-term successful collaboration. Read more >>