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Wacker Neuson Group is a leading manufacturer of construction and compact equipment and includes rammers, vibratory plates and rollers for soil compaction, excavators, wheel loaders and telehandlers, generators, pumps and lighting equipment.

The Wacker Neuson Group consist of three main companies, Wacker Neuson, Weidemann and Kramer. The german construction machinery manufacturer is a very innovative trendsetter in this industry. Apart from product development and digitization projects, Wacker Neuson introduced the zero emission range, with electric construction machines up to 9-Tonnes. The Wacker Neuson Group announced that it will offer at least one emission-free product in every main product group starting in 2018.

In 2017 Wacker Neuson introduced the EZ17e, an electrical mini excavator with zero tail, an innovative new emission-free vibratory plate AP1850e, the DW15e wheel dumper. Kramer introduced an electrical wheel loader, the 5055e. Last but not least Weidemann launched a new model into the heavy loader class - 9080. Let’s take a look and the Wacker Neuson Highlights of 2018 so far.

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New production plant for Wacker Neuson in China

12.12.2018 08:56 Wacker Neuson sees China as a very important market, especially in terms of growth. For this reason, a new production facility including its own development and training center was built in the city of Pinghu not far from Shanghai for about two... Wacker Neuson sees China as a very important market, especially in terms of growth. For this reason, a new production facility including its own development and training center was built in the city of Pinghu not far from Shanghai for about two years. It was officially opened at the end of November with about 500 visitors. The site for this new plant covers 135,000 square meters and there is around 33,000 square meters of building space. Pinghu is located between Shanghai and Hangzhou which makes Pinghu a very strategical place. The Chinese market has great potential for Wacker Neuson. According to CEO of the family business, Martin Lehner, the need for better infrastructure, upgrading and modernization of the road and rail network, as well as the focus on more efficient and greener, compact construction machinery in the country, confirms the decision. Wacker Neuson has been active in Asia-Pacific for several decades and is therefore well acquainted with the conditions on the local market. The construction of the plant in Pinghu was an important step for the further expansion there. Since January 2018 mini-bearings have been produced in this factory. These are distributed via the existing dealer network in the Asian market. Wacker Neuson also cooperates with John Deere and manufactures mini and compact excavators here. These construction machines produced in Pinghu are being sold under the "Deere" brand by the existing John Deere dealer network. The first of these construction machines will be handed over to John Deere in the first half of 2019.
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Wacker Neuson and John Deere join forces on the Asian market

14.09.2018 10:08 Wacker Neuson and John Deere Construction & Forestry came to the agreement to OEM cooperation. Which means Wacker Neuson will manufacture excavators in the range from 1,5 to 7,5 tons and John Deere will sell them under its own brand with its own... Wacker Neuson and John Deere Construction & Forestry came to the agreement to OEM cooperation. Which means Wacker Neuson will manufacture excavators in the range from 1,5 to 7,5 tons and John Deere will sell them under its own brand with its own warranty via its dealer network. John Deere's american equivalent would be the excavator range 17G-60G. These mini and compact excavators are designed to meet the requirements of Asian markets and will be manufactured mostly in Pinghu, China. This factory was finished in 2017 and first compact excavator came out in the beginning of 2018. Both John Deere and Wacker Neuson already have their own dealer networks in Asia-Pacific region and they should be expanded in upcoming years. Wacker Neuson will keep selling the light and compact equipment, like trench rollers or vibratory plates, under its own brand. Wacker Neuson entered the Asian market in 2013 with mini excavator manufactured in Linz, Austria. The use of excavators is growing and it is important to take advantage of the current market opportunity. The Chinese construction machinery market in the third quarter of 2018 was 42% bigger than last year. Machinery manufactured within this cooperation will be offered only in China, Southeast Asia and Oceania. For now there is no intention to bring these machines to the Americas but if the Wacker-made machines will be successful in Pacific, there might be consideration of other markets. First machines should be delivered in the first half of 2019. The cooperation comes two years after a similar partnership between Caterpillar and Wacker Neuson ended. This should be long-term cooperation lasting for five years with the possibility to extend it.
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ET35 and EZ36 - New mini-excavators by Wacker Neuson

17.05.2018 12:45 Wacker Neuson introduces two new excavators in the 3.5 ton class. The line features the conventional Wacker Neuson mini-excavator ET35 and the zero tail mini-excavator EZ36. The re-engineered motor-pump management system and enhanced hydraulics... Wacker Neuson introduces two new excavators in the 3.5 ton class. The line features the conventional Wacker Neuson mini-excavator ET35 and the zero tail mini-excavator EZ36. The re-engineered motor-pump management system and enhanced hydraulics ensure that Wacker Neuson mini-excavators offer quick and precise working skills. The Wacker Neuson EZ36 is the german construction machine manufacturers new zero-tail model and therefore offers zero overhang at the back if the Wacker Neuson mini-excavator. This allows the operator to work in confined spaces like inner city areas or tunnels, because the tail of the electric excavator never extends beyond the undercarriage. The Wacker Neuson Group has has improved the interieur design of both mini-excavators and added outfitting which is designed to simplify the drivers work. Another feature for the ET35 and the EZ36 are guide rollers which provide extra help for lifting heavy loads. Both machines also offer a hydraulic clamp for the bucket, the Wacker Neuson “hydraulic thumb ” which can grab and remove unwanted materials like rocks or branches from the work site. Both models are available as rubber and steel tracks. Wacker Neuson also offers Vertical Digging System (VDS) and 3.5-inch display, as additional components. With the VDS system the machine can work in an even slope with a 27% gradient. The new design is also said to guarantees an ideal line-of-sight.
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Battery vibratory plate by Wacker Neuson - AP1850e

04.05.2018 10:55 The Wacker Neuson Group put lot of effort into producing ecological and emission free machines. An example is the battery-powered vibratory plate AP1850e. This new single-direction vibratory plate AP1850e is the newest member of the eco-friendly... The Wacker Neuson Group put lot of effort into producing ecological and emission free machines. An example is the battery-powered vibratory plate AP1850e. This new single-direction vibratory plate AP1850e is the newest member of the eco-friendly Wacker Neuson zero emission family. Every machine model is labelled with a green “e”, which marks the machines affiliation with Wacker Neusons zero emission technology. Because of its ecological properties, the AP1850e can be operated on indoors construction sites and and in protected environmental areas like water supply sites. The AP1850e is equipped with a lithium-ion battery which can be used for the AP1850e vibratory plate and the Wacker Neuson AS30e and AS50e battery rammers as well. According to the german manufacturer this is a highly time reducing feature, since the machine operator can use one machine while the other one is charging. Operating costs of the AP1850e are lower because the Wacker Neuson vibratory plate doesn't need a carburetor and saves up to 70% more energy compared to the older machines. The engine is mounted directly on the base plate since the new AP1850e vibratory plate has no V-belt. According to Wacker Neusons CSO Alexander Greschner, electric drives and electric powered construction and agricultural machines are becoming increasingly important for the construction and agriculture industry.
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The Wacker Neuson Universe 2018

02.05.2018 09:30 Wacker Neuson introduced its brand new Zero emission range at this years Intermat in Paris. Visitors were able to experience two battery rammers AS30e and AS50e, the dual power mini-excavator 803, the electric wheel loaders WL20e and 5055e as well as... Wacker Neuson introduced its brand new Zero emission range at this years Intermat in Paris. Visitors were able to experience two battery rammers AS30e and AS50e, the dual power mini-excavator 803, the electric wheel loaders WL20e and 5055e as well as the electrical track dumper DT10e, at the Wacker Neuson Group outdoor demonstration area. The most significant premiere for the Wacker Neuson Group at the Intermat 2018, were the full-electric Zero Tail excavator EZ17e and the electric vibratory plate AP1850e. The company announced that if will feature one full-electric, emission free machine in every machine category in the future. The german construction machine manufacturer put special efforts into promoting the eco-friendly mini-excavator EZ17e with an intelligent charging system. The EZ17e can be operated on the battery alone or while charging. According Wacker Neuson all zero emission machines can be used as the perfect solution for construction sites where emission and noise pollution have to be kept to a minimum.
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Zero Emission - Wacker Neuson AP1850e

05.04.2018 13:00 With the single-direction vibratory plate AP1850e, Wacker Neuson presents the first ever entirely battery-driven plate to the market. The AP1850e full-electric vibratory plate is suitable for the compaction of granular surfaces as well as asphalt... With the single-direction vibratory plate AP1850e, Wacker Neuson presents the first ever entirely battery-driven plate to the market. The AP1850e full-electric vibratory plate is suitable for the compaction of granular surfaces as well as asphalt compaction. The small Wacker Neuson construction machine is equipped with a lithium-ion battery, which is also a module of the Wacker Neuson AS30e and AS50e electric battery rammers. According to the Wacker Neuson Group, this feature ensures high flexibility and profitability because the AS30e, AS50e and AP1850e all can be used with identical lithium-ion battery and charger modules. The AP1850e is another new Wacker Neuson model, which is a part of the Wacker Neuson zero-emission range. Zero emission machines are full-battery powered construction machines, that can be operated in nature protection areas, inner city construction sites and other sites, which are reliant on quiet and nature friendly drive technologies.
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The new Eco-friendly EZ17e

29.03.2018 09:37 This fully electric, battery- powered mini excavator was presented at Intermat 2018. EZ17e is quiet and very ecological because of zero emissions. This machine is from the new Wacker Neuson zero emission range, which includes two battery-powered... This fully electric, battery- powered mini excavator was presented at Intermat 2018. EZ17e is quiet and very ecological because of zero emissions. This machine is from the new Wacker Neuson zero emission range, which includes two battery-powered rammers, two electric wheel loaders, a dual power excavator, an electric track dumper and a battery-powered vibratory plate. The EZ17e is equipped with the Wacker Neuson smart charging system, which assures that it can either be operated whilst charging or with a charged battery on its own. The machine has a zero tail swing, which complements the ergonomic design allowing for flexible operation in tight locations. This feature ensures quiet and environmentally friendly usability. Wacker Neuson uses a new and unique lithium-ion battery. The advantages of lithium-ion batteries are a much longer durability than lead acid cells, the batteries can be charged overnight using 110 230 V or by using high voltage. The machine operator can use a fully charged battery after only four hours. For applications in the garden and landscape construction fields these kind of zero emission and reduced noise machines are highly interesting for the customers.
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Wacker Neuson with zero emission range at Intermat 2018

24.01.2018 09:45 Wacker Neuson and Kramer were attending this year’s Intermat, promoting their new machine portfolio. The Wacker Neuson Group introduced the new entirely emission-free vibratory plate AP1850e and Kramer presented its first 4WD wheel loader 8155 in... Wacker Neuson and Kramer were attending this year’s Intermat, promoting their new machine portfolio. The Wacker Neuson Group introduced the new entirely emission-free vibratory plate AP1850e and Kramer presented its first 4WD wheel loader 8155 in in the 9 ton class. The innovative Wacker Neuson vibratory plate, with single direction, is battery powered. The AP1850e can work up to one hour with one battery. Interesting is, that Wacker Neusons battery rammer can be used with the same modules, the vibratory plate, like the battery and charger. This is a highly economic and flexible approach by Wacker Neuson, because the customer is able to use the battery of one machine, while the other machine is charging. Electric drives, similar to these machines, are becoming increasingly important especially for projects in interiors and in tunnels. At the Intermat 2018, Wacker Neuson presented the Zero emission range, including rammers, vibratory plates and rollers. Wacker Neuson awaits a significant sales increase from this 2018 fair trade and especially in the french market. The Group is engaging in many projects like the Grand Paris Express and the 2024 Olympics. Overall the, Wacker Neuson Group has found a good position in the market for its eco-friendly and emission free machines.
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