Weekly overview 3.2. - 7.2. 2025

Innovation Park points the way to future technology

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HD Hyundai will showcase several technological advancements in heavy machinery at the Bauma construction equipment fair in Munich. Key highlights include a remotely controlled HL955A wheel loader being operated from Tessenderlo, Belgium, without onsite guidance. The loader features advanced safety systems like a Clearview X bucket with AI video technology and AAVM+ for obstacle detection. Additionally, the Innovation Park will present 2D/3D machine simulators and a futuristic wheel loader cab with an Advanced Head-Up Display (HUD) for improved operator visibility. Another innovation is the next-gen excavator counterweight, equipped with a Radar Object Detection Warning System, E-Stop function, and Safety-Sight worker recognition for enhanced operational safety. The Smart Around View Monitoring system, using six cameras and AI-based object detection, will also be on display to demonstrate Hyundai's commitment to improving site safety and machine control. Read more >>

New theme days at Agritechnica 2025 add value for exhibitors and visitors

Agritechnica 2025, set to take place in Hanover, Germany from November 9 to 15, introduces a novel "7 days - 7 themes" concept catering to different visitor groups each day. The event, organized under the theme ‘Touch Smart Efficiency’, promises comprehensive exhibits of agricultural machinery and technologies, including crop protection sprayers, drones, tractors, and autonomous systems. Notable features include the Systems & Components marketplace and the FarmRobotix area with the Digital Farm Center. The fair anticipates high international exhibitor participation along with theme days such as Agribusiness Days, Innovation and Press Day, Digital Farm Day, International Farmers Day, and Young Professional Day, ensuring targeted engagement and specialized content for various industry professionals. Read more >>

A leap forward in performance and efficiency

Komatsu Europe has introduced the WA475-11 and WA485-11 next-generation wheel loaders, featuring advanced technology designed to boost performance, efficiency, and operator comfort. These models incorporate a new Komatsu diesel engine with hydro-mechanical transmission, offering substantial improvements in torque, fuel efficiency, and operational ease. The WA485-11, in particular, benefits from increased payload and bucket capacity. Both loaders comply with EU Stage V emissions regulations through advanced control systems, including a diesel particulate filter and Selective Catalyst Reduction technology. Enhanced operator comfort is provided through an ergonomic cab design, adjustable controls, and vibration-dampening seats. Notable innovations like automatic bucket filling, a digital information system, and Angle-Feedback-Joystick-Steering aim to heighten productivity. Maintenance is streamlined with accessible engine compartments and the KOMTRAX telematics system. These upgrades collectively position Komatsu's new models as significant advancements in the wheel loader market. Read more >>

Haulotte unveils Advanced Access Management: a new era for fleet and safety management

Haulotte has introduced SHERPAL, an advanced telematics solution designed to enhance fleet and safety management for rental companies, machine owners, and service managers. SHERPAL allows for remote monitoring by providing comprehensive data access to inform decision-making processes. This facilitates a consolidated overview of machinery fleet status, irrespective of fleet size. Read more >>

Develon Demolition Machines are Increasingly Popular in the Czech Republic

Develon has launched four new specialist demolition machines in the Czech Republic through its importer, GARNEA a.s., including models DX140RDM-7, DX245DM-7, DX380DM-7, and DX530DM-7. These machines are equipped with a modular boom design, hydraulic locking mechanism, and a cab tilt feature for enhanced operator visibility. The DX380DM-7 was commended by PERENA Liberec for its versatility and cost-saving attributes, while Prodemi s.r.o. favored the compactness and boom-changing capability of the DX245DM-7 for smaller sites. TREPART s.r.o. highlighted the advantage of the DX235DM-5 for inner-city demolitions, offering compact dimensions and technology for complex tasks. These machines are designed to support the Czech Republic's demolition industry, handling tasks from dismantling old industrial and private buildings to enabling land redevelopment. The machines meet Stage V emission standards and offer various capabilities for different demolition projects to suit customer needs. Read more >>

Three plant trains working deep in the jungle of Guyana

Three Kleemann PRO plant trains, part of the WIRTGEN Group, are operating in the remote interior of Guyana’s Bartica region to process granite for infrastructure projects. These trains, each consisting of a mobile jaw crusher, cone crusher, and classifying screen, produce various grain sizes with high efficiency due to an intelligent linkage system and a Continuous Feed System that reduces downtime. The BK Group, which has utilized these trains for the past three years, is satisfied with the high product quality and low fuel consumption. Despite challenging logistics due to the remote jungle location accessed via the Mazaruni River, Kleemann and the WIRTGEN Group dealer Resansil provide reliable support. Read more >>

Clear View acquires new S104HLA, biggest aerial platform in the UK

Clear View Services Group, based in Leeds, England, has acquired the Bronto S104HLA, the UK’s tallest aerial platform with a working height of 104 meters, to meet the rising demand in the wind and industrial sectors. The acquisition is part of a 2-million-euro investment in Bronto units, emphasizing reliability and excellent aftersales service. The S104HLA was rapidly deployed for use, thanks to the Bronto Stock program, with Clear View's team receiving operational training at Bronto. This strategic purchase supports Clear View's expansion in sectors requiring stable work platforms at great heights, especially in renewable energy and high-rise maintenance. Read more >>

ZANDT cargo: Innovations and new product segments for construction and heavy-duty logistics at bauma 2025

ZANDT cargo will showcase its latest innovations at bauma 2025, positioning itself as a key partner in construction and heavy-duty logistics. The company is introducing several new products, including the AT-P 400 low-loader platform trailer with ergonomic features, and the AP-BTA series, designed for various container and equipment applications, with an emphasis on support for emergency services. The ST low-loader semi-trailers feature electro-hydraulic forced steering for improved maneuverability, marking a significant development for ZANDT cargo. The TAT tandem trailer low loader is tailored for asphalt equipment, featuring adjustable hydraulic ramps. ZANDT cargo is committed to quality and durability through materials like high-strength fine-grained steel and its unique ZinkSFB coating process, promising long service life and value retention. Read more >>

Bobcat Equipment Vital to Redevelopment of Former Rossani Barracks in Bari in Italy

Bobcat's E55z mini-excavator and S66 skid-steer loader are essential in the redevelopment of the former Rossani Barracks in Bari, Italy, aiding tasks like trench digging, demolition, and material handling. This redevelopment project, managed by De Marco S.r.l. under a framework agreement with Bari's municipality and featuring the design of architect Massimiliano Fuksas, aims to transform the site into a new Academy of Fine Arts and an extensive urban park. The machinery, supplied by Caldarola S.r.l., enables precision work within confined spaces while adhering to historical conservation requirements, facilitating efficient construction processes in this culturally significant renovation. Read more >>

Ensure Fleets Are Flight-Ready with the New JLG® ES2646 Electric-Drive Scissor Lift with Aviation Package

JLG Industries has launched the ES2646 electric-drive scissor lift, now available with an Aviation Package designed specifically for aircraft manufacturing and maintenance applications. This package enhances safety and productivity by using advanced sensor technologies such as ultrasonic detection and LIDAR to prevent physical contact during operations. Key features of the package include four LIDAR sensors, dynamic sensing zones, an electrically powered extension deck, and full-size gates for improved access. The scissor lift offers a platform height of 26 feet and a capacity of 900 pounds, suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. With a compact design and multiple speed settings, it provides superior maneuverability for tight spaces. Read more >>