Weekly overview 9.6. - 13.6. 2025

Curious about the true value of Chinese-origin machinery?

Evaluating equipment from Chinese brands can be challenging—especially when you're navigating price differences, performance expectations, and long-term value. That’s where LECTURA comes in. Read more >>

DIECI DP 120 T three-side dumper: The ideal vehicle for construction sites, mines and tunnels

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Dieci has introduced the DP 120 T three-side dumper at Bauma 2025, designed for use in construction sites, mines, and tunnels. This vehicle features advanced technology including a 5.3 m³ dump bed with 180° rotation, a load capacity of 10.5 tons, and a 100 kW engine. It offers enhanced operator safety and comfort through a reversible steering system, ergonomic cab, ROPS-FOPS certification, and dual rear-view monitors. Its advanced mobility is supported by all-wheel drive, three steering modes, and a hydrostatic transmission, allowing for precise handling in confined spaces. The dumper does not require prior training or a category C licence, making it highly accessible to rental operators and is known for its ease of use and optimal performance, ensuring speed and efficiency in material transport across complex environments. Read more >>

DEVELON Unveils New Electric Excavators, Premiering First Model at TKD

DEVELON previously known as Doosan Construction Equipment, has introduced a new range of electric excavators aimed at promoting sustainable construction practices. The first model, the DX160WE-7 wheeled excavator, will debut at the TKD Fair in the Netherlands from June 12-14, 2025. These electric machines, developed in collaboration with ETEC Zero Emission, feature options like extended battery packs for longer operation without recharging, and maintain DEVELON’s hallmark reliability, power, and low emissions. This move caters to the rising demand for eco-friendly machinery in Europe, offering efficient, quiet, and robust solutions for modern job sites. Read more >>

Smart counting: Doka brings AI to the yard

Doka has introduced an AI-powered solution to automate the counting and identification of formwork and scaffolding materials, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and transparency. This system, developed with support from Microsoft, achieves over 98% accuracy by utilizing mobile device photos to recognize and count materials, and has been implemented over 10,000 times across more than 50 Doka locations. The technology supports over 20 product categories, facilitating more accurate stock management and return processing. Doka plans to expand this tool to construction sites, with positive feedback from its demonstration at bauma 2025 in Munich. Additionally, Doka is launching the Doka 360 platform in July 2025 to connect all stages of the formwork process for selected partners in Germany and the U.S., aiming to further enable data-driven decision-making in construction projects. Read more >>

SMS Agro Debuts at Cereals: Czech Agricultural Machinery Manufacturer Targets the UK Market

SMS Agro, a Czech agricultural machinery manufacturer, is set to debut at Cereals – The Arable Event in England on June 11-12, 2025, marking its entry into the UK market. The company aims to establish new commercial partnerships and expand its reach among British farmers by showcasing four machines: the SEVERIT 500 seedbed cultivator, TALON CLASSIC 300/6 subsoiler, SMART 300 pneumatic seed drill, and LANIO 600 tine harrow. Known for high-quality craftsmanship and innovative solutions, SMS Agro has been serving farmers since 1993, offering equipment for soil cultivation and seeding. The presence at Cereals is part of a broader strategy to seek new business partners and distributors in the UK while presenting itself as a reliable partner to local farmers. Read more >>

Volvo Trucks introduces automatic speed limitation for increased safety

Volvo Trucks has introduced Safety Zones, a new service designed to increase safety in busy areas by automatically limiting truck speeds through geofencing technology. This service allows fleet managers to set speed limits within specific geographic areas such as city centers, harbors, and logistics centers. With integration via the Volvo Connect portal, fleet managers can define zones, monitor entries, exits, and speed violations while allowing truck drivers to see speed-restricted zones on their displays. The system actively uses braking to adhere to these limits. This service is available for Volvo FH, FM, and FMX Euro 6 trucks, including electric models, starting in June 2025 for new vehicles and in September for existing ones. Read more >>

AGCO's PTx Trimble™ Wins Fast Company's World Changing Ideas Award for OutRun™ Autonomous Grain Cart Solution

AGCO 's PTx Trimble™ has been awarded Fast Company's World Changing Ideas Award for its OutRun™ autonomous grain cart solution, marking a first for the AGCO brand. The OutRun™ system, which transforms existing tractors into autonomous machines, addresses labor shortages and cost issues in farming and is currently compatible with John Deere tractors, with future plans for Fendt® and other brands. OutRun™ is also recognized by the Davidson Prize from ASABE for its continuous harvesting capabilities. AGCO, a leader in precision agriculture, intends to expand OutRun™ to other farming tasks like tillage, enhancing its utility and reinforcing AGCO 's innovation in smart farming solutions. Read more >>

Record Delivery of Bobcat Excavators and Loaders

Bobcat CZ, a.s., the exclusive distributor of Bobcat machines in the Czech Republic, announced a significant delivery of 80 excavators and 8 skid-steer loaders to Stavebniny DEK a.s., enhancing their existing fleet to over 550 Bobcat machines. This delivery includes models such as the E10z, E19, E35z, and E55z mini excavators, and S650 skid-steer loaders, which are supplied from Bobcat's Dobříš factory in the Czech Republic, a key facility for the European market. Stavebniny DEK a.s., a long-standing customer since 2017, focuses on expanding its rental segment with popular mini excavators and is a testament to Bobcat's extensive service network and the machines' quality. Read more >>

CNH’s latest AI sprayer precision tech goes beyond the boom

CNH Industrial has introduced AI-driven sprayer precision technology integrated into their Case IH, New Holland and Miller brand sprayers, using machine learning and camera sensing to enhance agricultural efficiency and sustainability. This technology detects weeds on soil, applying inputs like water, herbicides, and fertilizers with precision, thereby reducing resource usage and chemical application. Highlighted in the company's 'A Sustainable Year' series, this innovation is already showing real-world benefits on a 40,000-acre farm in America, improving productivity and sustainability. Read more >>

Quality made simple Sandvik launches Basic Premium

Sandvik has launched the Basic Premium line, focusing on providing robust and simplified machinery specifically for the demolition and recycling segment. This new offering aims to balance high performance and affordability, targeting emerging markets to expand Sandvik's market reach. Initial models include the QJ341 and QJ241 jaw crushers, along with the QA452 Doublescreen and QE342 scalper, designed to uphold Sandvik's reputation for quality and reliability. The Basic Premium range is intended as a cost-effective solution, equipped with retrofittable options to boost user value and adaptability. Sandvik's initiative underscores its commitment to delivering tailored, efficient, and sustainable solutions across all markets. Read more >>

Smartronic Pro: intelligent control in CIFA truck-mounted pumps

CIFA has introduced Smartronic Pro, an advanced management software for truck-mounted pumps, which enhances precision, safety, and efficiency in concrete operations. This new system builds upon the existing Smartronic Plus with added features such as Virtual Span, Angle Fence, Section Block, and Constant Height. These functions provide enhanced operational control, such as setting virtual height limits to prevent collisions, delimiting work areas to avoid obstacles, and maintaining consistent boom height for uniform concrete flow. Additionally, Smartronic Pro boasts automated boom folding and unfolding, ASC 2.0 for greater stability, an Antibouncing System to reduce boom oscillations, and a radio remote control with a display for real-time monitoring. CIFA's new platform aims to streamline operations, reduce operator fatigue, and maximize placement accuracy, demonstrating CIFA’s commitment to technological innovation in the concrete industry. Read more >>