Kobelco is exhibiting a 26tonne short radius hydraulic excavator along with its sister company Kobelco Cranes at bauma. The company is returning on its own to markets in Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East and Russia following the termination of its previous arrangement with CNH. The SK260SRNLC-3 excavator features a two piece boom and is said to be both compact and stable, with power from a Hino diesel featuring DPF emissions technology. The short tail swing machine also offers improved f
Case Construction Equipment has unveiled the first three models in an improved range of wheeled excavators: the WX148, WX168 and WX188. The machine trio are said to benefit from the power and performance of a three-pump hydraulic system, with a dedicated swing pump, a new engine speed/working mode selection dial, a heavy-duty undercarriage and an improved operator’s cab. The revisions are also said by Case to result in improved operator comfort and ease of operation, excellent service accessibility and redu
Hillhead 2012, the three-day biennial flagship event for the quarrying, recycling and heavy construction industries, is set to be a sell-out. Guy Woodford looks at what a number of major companies will be exhibiting during the show being held next month at Buxton Quarry in Derbyshire With 400 exhibitors already confirmed Hillhead 2012, taking place 19-21 June, is set to draw bumper crowds and provide crucial new business opportunities for companies involved in quarrying, recycling and heavy construction. Ca
JCB intends to further invest in its manufacturing operations in India. The company plans to spend US$99 million (£62 million) on developing a new factory on a 20.83ha site in the city of Jaipur. The signing of the land purchase agreement in Rajasthan marks the beginning of a new expansion phase for JCB India, reinforcing its strong position in the Indian market.
