Weekly overview 26.5. - 30.5. 2025

Product launches of April: part 3 (Caterpillar dumpers, HITACHI excavators, MultiOne loaders, and more)

Check the full list of new heavy machinery models presented by manufacturers during April 2025! Are you particularly interested in any of these highlights? Maybe Caterpillar´s dumpers, HITACHI´s excavators, or MultiOne´s loaders? Let us know at press@lectura.de! Read more >>

Innovation boost at bauma 2025: RUTHMANN presents new HF hybrid series - sales launch with the STEIGER® T 570 HF Hybrid

At bauma 2025, RUTHMANN debuted its new HF hybrid series with the STEIGER® T 570 HF Hybrid, a significant innovation in hybrid access platforms offering a 57-meter working height, 41-meter outreach, and 600 kg basket load, underscoring sustainability without compromising performance. The series includes models ranging from T 510 HF to T 750 HF, emphasizing emission-free operation. The series was launched at the event, with the first T 570 HF Hybrid delivered to roggermaier, a prominent rental company, signifying the early adoption of this advanced technology. RUTHMANN's Head of International Sales, Christian Roß, highlighted the blend of range, performance, and environmental responsibility, setting new standards in truck-mounted aerial work platforms. Read more >>

Combilift Launches Combi Load Xtender at Ligna 2025 – Revolutionising One-Side Truck Loading

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Combilift has introduced the Combi Load Xtender at the Ligna 2025 event, a significant advancement in one-side truck loading technology. This pantograph-style load extender allows complete truck or container loading from one side, enhancing operational efficiency, safety, and space utilization, particularly for businesses with constrained loading areas. Key features of the Combi Load Xtender include its ability to function with one-side access loading, an ultra-low mechanism height to fit below standard trailer height, enhanced safety measures to reduce risks associated with loading, and unobstructed visibility due to its open-frame pantograph design. The sturdy construction ensures durability in challenging environments, with patent applications submitted in Europe and the USA. This innovation addresses the industry challenge of safe, fast, and accessible one-side loading in various logistics operations. Read more >>

Bobcat T76 Compact Track Loader: An Irreplaceable Ally for Harvesting in the Euroverde Fields

Euroverde Società Agricola Srl, a leading agro-food company in Italy, has enhanced its harvesting operations by utilizing the Bobcat T76 Compact Track Loader, recognized for its durability and efficiency in tough conditions. Supplied by Zanon & Ormac, a reputable Bobcat dealer, the T76 is pivotal in Euroverde's daily workflow, facilitating the transportation of vegetable baskets and performing essential tasks such as sowing and maintenance. Euroverde, with fields in Azzano Mella and two other locations in the Brescia province, benefits from the loader's performance in variable weather and challenging terrains. Zanon & Ormac's exceptional after-sales service and recommended warranty extensions further ensure the loader's reliability, confirming it as an invaluable asset in achieving Euroverde's operational goals. Read more >>

New Yale® Electric Series N Forklift: Reliable. Reinvented. Recharged.

Yale Lift Truck Technologies has unveiled the new ERP2.2-3.5N electric lift truck series, engineered to enhance efficiency and flexibility in warehouse operations. The forklifts are capable of lifting up to 3.5 tonnes and offer features like the Dynamic Stability System (DSS) and the Yale Reliant™ operator assist system (OAS) for enhanced safety and performance. The Series N, compatible with both indoor and outdoor tasks, caters to industries like retail, pharmaceuticals, and 3PL, sharing design features with 2022 IC models to boost operator experience. Customers can choose between AC induction motors or permanent magnet motors to match their operational needs, with battery options including lithium-ion, lead acid, and TPPL for diverse applications. These innovations aim to reduce total cost of ownership and support sustainability goals through features such as zero exhaust emissions and a simplified maintenance structure. The forklifts are available for order, delivering on Yale's promise of reliability reinvented for modern challenges. Read more >>

Steelwrist celebrates 20 years and is again recognized as one of Sweden’s Best Managed Companies

Steelwrist celebrated its 20th anniversary with a three-day event at its headquarters in Rosersberg, Sweden, where customers, partners, and staff gathered to commemorate two decades of business and preview new product innovations such as the third-generation tiltrotators XTR15 and XTR23, and the SQ40 automatic coupler. The anniversary also marked Steelwrist's recognition as one of Sweden’s Best Managed Companies for the sixth consecutive year, an accolade sponsored by Deloitte in partnership with Swedbank based on strategic direction, operational capacity, corporate culture, and financial development. A commemorative 20th-anniversary movie was launched, celebrating the company's milestones since its founding in 2005, when it started as a small operation north of Stockholm and has since grown into a global leader in developing and manufacturing products that enhance excavator efficiency. The celebrations and achievements reinforced Steelwrist’s commitment to delivering innovative solutions globally over the coming years, according to Stefan Stockhaus, CEO of Steelwrist. Read more >>

APEX and IRE exhibitions return to Maastricht in 2026

The APEX aerial platform show and the International Rental Exhibition (IRE) will return to Maastricht, Netherlands, in June 2026, hosted at the Maastricht Exhibition & Conference Centre (MECC). Organized by Industrial Promotions International BV (IPI) and KHL Group, the exhibitions will feature over 250 suppliers and manufacturers showcasing compact machinery, tools, aerial platforms, and rental technology with an emphasis on battery-powered equipment and digital technology. The European Rental Association (ERA) will hold its annual convention alongside the shows, celebrating its 20th anniversary. New features include a product showcase stage for expert demonstrations and a dedicated safety area by IPAF. The events aim to improve the experience for visitors and anticipate a positive industry climate in 2026. Read more >>

The answer to the blackout: generator sets, the new standard in business continuity

Following the massive blackout on April 28 that left over 60 million people in Spain and Portugal without power, the heavy machinery manufacturer HIMOINSA has seen a substantial increase in demand for its generator sets, marking them as essential tools for ensuring business continuity beyond critical infrastructure such as hospitals and data centers. The blackout, which caused a drastic dip in electricity generation, underscored the vulnerability of existing electrical systems and highlighted the importance of backup power solutions. HIMOINSA's sales in Spain surged by over 100% in the immediate aftermath, driven by sectors like agriculture, retail, and industry, and there's a growing interest in these solutions for both residential and rural areas. HIMOINSA responded promptly with enhanced technical assistance and internal protocols, emphasizing the vital role of generator sets in critical and non-critical environments for energy autonomy and resilience. Read more >>

transport logistic 2025: Mercedes-Benz Trucks presents electrified logistic solutions

Mercedes-Benz Trucks showcased its innovative electrified logistic solutions, including the eActros 600 and the TruckCharge brand, at the "transport logistic" trade fair in Munich, running from 2 to 5 June 2025. The eActros 600 has a range of 500 kilometers and received the "International Truck of the Year 2025" award. The TruckCharge brand offers a comprehensive e-infrastructure support package for truck fleet operators, enhancing the electrification of logistics processes. Daimler Truck is driving the transition to CO2-neutral transport systems, aiming to fully electrify its logistics at production sites such as those in Gaggenau, Kassel, Mannheim, and Wörth. The "Electrify Inbound Logistics" project was honored with the VDA Logistics Award 2025. The fair served as a platform for Mercedes-Benz to demonstrate its dedication to sustainable logistics through innovative partnerships with suppliers and customers. Read more >>

Raimondi LR213 elevates Dubai’s skyline to new heights with highest climbed crane in the region

Raimondi Cranes Middle East has achieved a regional milestone by deploying the LR213 luffing jib crane to a height of 322 meters, making it the highest climbed crane in the region. This crane plays a key role in constructing a 75-story residential building in Dubai. The deployment required extensive site planning and innovative engineering solutions due to technical challenges and the existing foundation constraints. The crane was adapted to meet pre-existing limits by reverse engineering its setup, and adjustments were made to both the load curve and base configuration to ensure stability. The crane's dismantling is planned following the completion of the construction stages. Read more >>

Strong Presence in Iceland: Customized Solutions Defy Extreme Conditions

Palfinger has strengthened its presence in Iceland by delivering four PALDRIVE complete solutions to construction companies Landstólpi ehf, Borgarverk ehf, Fossvélar ehf, and Þjótandi ehf. These vehicles are equipped with PK 92002 SH and PK 135.002 TEC 7 crane models, recognized for their high lifting capacity and precision. Key technologies like HPSC-Plus LOAD, P-FOLD, and RTC enhance crane stability, efficiency, and setup time. This expansion, supported by new distributor Kraftur hf and contact Bjarni Halldór Kristjánsson, underlines Palfinger's commitment to the Icelandic market, showcasing innovative solutions for demanding environments. Read more >>