Weekly overview 30.1.- 3.2. 2023

Hitachi welcomes milestone for machine safety regulations

The safe operation of its construction equipment has always been a top priority for Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV (HCME). As new digital technologies emerge, however, they present new challenges for products’ safety, including safe connectivity, autonomy, and data dependency. Read more >>

Measure, document and analyse compaction processes using smart compaction

With its smart compaction concept, Hamm combines a range of cutting-edge solutions for measuring, documenting and analysing compaction processes. Alongside its "Smart Doc" app, Hamm introduces a second compaction assistant in the form of "Smart Compact". Read more >>

The Zero-Emissions Goal: Solutions From Machinery Builders

The energy transition will be achieved together by working on the energy mix. This is what emerged on 26 January 2023 from the first of five webinars during the run-up to Samoter organized in collaboration with Vaielettrico with the title "Construction machinery towards the zero emissions goal: electric, hybrid or hydrogen?" Read more >>

Mastenbroek to launch the American Bulldog at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023

Mastenbroek will unveil its first-ever utility trencher designed specifically for North America at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023 in March. The leading designer and manufacturer of self-propelled trenchers and crawler trucks will use North America's largest construction trade show to unveil the Bulldog, a small footprint, compact yet incredibly powerful trencher...Read more >>

Hinowa Acquisition Complete, Now Part of JLG

JLG Industries, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company and a leading global manufacturer of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) and telehandlers, has completed its acquisition of Hinowa^® S.p.A., adding the market-leading brand to the company’s Access segment. Read more >>

Doka Connects Contractors with Innovations in Formwork, Scaffolding, and Digitization at CONEXPO 2023

Doka Connects challenges with solutions at CONEXPO 2023! At its own 3,000 sq. ft. outdoor booth, Doka will display its impressive new scaffolding options, innovations in its formwork & shoring portfolio, digital services, and numerous highlights in systems and safety. Read more >>

Caterpillar Showcases Equipment Innovation, Ease of Use Technologies, Convenient Service Options and the 2023 Global Operator Challenge at CONEXPO-CON/AGG

The stage is set for Caterpillar’s largest exhibit to date at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023 where the company will highlight its latest products, services and technologies while paying tribute to those who build the world’s infrastructure. The company’s 70,000 ft2 (6,500 m2) outdoor demonstration arena will anchor the massive display known as Operator Stadium located in the expo’s Festival Lot. Read more >>

Bobcat Introduces New Compact Tractor Line-up

A new line of Bobcat Compact Tractors has been launched for the Europe region.* Bobcat Compact Tractors are part of the ground maintenance equipment (GME) range announced by the company last October. Building on the company’s success in the North American market, Bobcat aims to rank within the top-three GME players in Europe and to double growth in global GME market by 2027. Read more >>

10,000 Generators for Ukrainian Families

As freezing winter temperatures grip Eastern Europe, the humanitarian need in Ukraine is more urgent than ever. In response, following several highly successful campaigns in 2022, the Plant & Hire Aid Alliance have launched their latest appeal, which aims to send no less than 10,000 desperately needed generators to Ukraine. Read more >>

DEUTZ enters into cooperation with Daimler Truck to develop and market medium- and heavy-duty engines

DEUTZ AG (DEUTZ) and Daimler Truck AG (Daimler Truck) signed agreements giving DEUTZ access to Daimler engines by end of the decade. These include both medium-duty engines (Daimler Truck MDEG series), which are suitable for use in applications such as construction equipment, and heavy-duty engines (Daimler Truck HDEP series)...Read more >>