Chinese firm LiuGong is opening a new R&D facility next to its Liuzhou HQ in June: this huge investment is set to benefit the firm – and the construction industry as a whole. Vice president Dave Beatenbough explains.
A huge highway investment programme is planned for China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region during July-December 2010. Guangxi Communications Investment will launch eight expressway projects in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. This move will bring the number of expressway projects under development in the region to a total of 22, which are worth over US$22 billion. The 22 expressways will extend some 2,300km in all, while these eight additional projects being discussed extend for 876km.
LiuGong’s new 21-tonne 856H-E MAX wheeled loader is part of the company's range of electric construction vehicles worldwide. Powering the machine is a 432kWh large-capacity lithium-ion phosphate battery from renowned battery manufacturer CATL.
The earthmoving machine market is seeing major innovations for 2012 - Mike Woof reports. The early part of 2012 is seeing a whole array of new earthmoving machines come to market from a vast range of manufacturers. Companies from China, Europe, Japan, South Korea, Turkey and the USA will all be unveiling new earthmoving equipment at the upcoming Intermat exhibition, with innovative emission compliant engine and cooling technology.
Chinese firms are growing their expertise in terms of products and international sales – Mike Woof reports
China’s major off-highway construction equipment manufacturers have grown in a relatively short period and now number amongst the largest players in the sector. Some of the key firms are looking to boost exports and are providing tough competition, particularly in the emergent markets.
Best known for its wheeled loaders, LiuGong has been developing its excavator range, with production of the E
