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Kobelco’s SK210LC Generation 10 hybrid excavator was previewed ahead of its European introduction in 2017. The machine, from Kobelco Construction Machinery Europe, is a Japanese version, but gives an idea of what can be expected from the latest addition to the product range. KCME says it is targeting outstanding fuel consumption with the Generation 10 base model, with savings of 15% compared with a conventional energy-efficient Generation 10 model. The Kobelco machine’s design incorporates battery

Perkins Platinum Protection is an extended warranty package that has been introduced for new Perkins engines. With a flexible structure, the Platinum Protection scheme is available from two to five years duration, and for up to 5,000hours, offering comprehensive cover for up to 100% of components. Perkins said the warranty covers OEMs from unexpected repair bills and cover must be upgraded before the standard engine warranty expires.

SDLG has set itself a target to become China’s number one construction brand by 2021. Shandong Lingong Construction Machinery (known as Lingong), said it is already spending 10% of its sales revenues on research and development, and it claims up to 70% market share in a number of countries for its wheeled loaders, its largest-selling product.

Construction companies have the power to make a positive impact on the lives of people in need around the world, but the sector must think past the corporate bottom line. So said the former president of Uruguay, José Alberto Mujica Cordano, in his impassioned acceptance speech as recipient of this year’s Pilosio Building Peace Award.

Italian company CTE is introducing two new models belonging to its new telescopic truck-mounted platform range, CTE B-LIFT. The company says of the world premieres that the name of the range shows a change of model designation to mark the changes made to the entire range, and the use of high-performance SSAB Strenx steel helps to reduce thickness and the weight of the boom. Changes have also been made to the electrical and hydraulic systems with the introduction of a CAN BUS management system and a new h

Turkey is boosting its mining sector as part of a strategic plan for economic development. Although the country can trace mining locally back to 7,000 BC, it has not properly exploited its rich mineral resources. This is changing since the government in 2012 declared mining to be a sector of strategic importance, thereby making it open to significant subsidies. As a result, Turkey is a land of opportunity for mining companies and equipment suppliers, said Sofia Pankratz, manager for Turkey, Greece and Cypru