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In this issue’s cover story CJD Equipment outlines how Volvo’s Next Generation articulated haulers provide high level performance and durability in demanding applications.
New machinery is a significant theme of this addition as we highlight Komatsu’s new PC220LCi-12 excavator, which allows individual operators to customise the machine controls. Also, check out Tilly’s Crawler Parts’ newly launched excavator pull and push stick rake for dual-direction operation, and take a look at Simex’s GEN II ART 1000 cold in situ asphalt recycler, which will soon be launched on the Australian market.
In addition, Caterpillar has announced four new articulated dump truck models are available nationwide with a wide range of added features to aid safe and efficient operation, while the new Diamond Mowers Drum Mulcher Pro X2 is now on offer through Australian distributor Colbrook Industries.
Raising awareness and funds for mental health in the construction industry, PCP Solutions has teamed up with CASE Construction Equipment dealer Engage Ag to acquire a blue CASE compact track loader, and a Victorian builder has found Jetland loading ramps to be the perfect solution for moving its machinery safely across the hilly and steep terrain of Victoria’s Great Ocean Road.
Celebrating Caterpillar’s 100th anniversary, we chat with Grange Resources about its near six-decade history buying Cat machinery, which has led to a 50-strong fleet at its Tasmanian mine, while a stunning new Cat 938 wheel loader painted Centennial Grey has joined Coburn Sand & Gravel.
On the compact end of the machinery market, LiuGong’s 9035F ZTS mini excavator is a perfect solution for navigating tight spots, and on the heavier end of the equipment spectrum the JCB 455 ZX wheel loader combines power and comfort to take on Australia’s harsh conditions.
Wrapping up with our industry opinions, CCF QLD CEO Damian Long says with population growth and the Olympic Games driving significant infrastructure growth, construction should be considered an essential workforce, while NAWIC CEO Cathryn Greville highlights new research that shows reforming parental leave in the industry is the pathway to increasing gender equity.
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