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Erkat proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary

Published 20/11 at 17:50

With 25 years of experience in the development, manufacturing, and application of rock cutting excavator attachments, Erkat has established itself as a pioneer in the industry. All main components are manufactured in Germany in order to ensure that the company´s products are robust, reliable, and meet the highest quality standards. Erkat states that it stands for innovation, transparency, and a long term strategy for growth.

Rock.Zone GmbH expands portfolio with acquisition

Rock.Zone GmbH expands portfolio with acquisition

Published 20/11 at 17:49

Rock.Zone GmbH, has taken a major step forward by acquiring MultaVex Oy’s patented ‘Vibra’ screening bucket technology. This acquisition allows Rock.Zone to enhance its product offering, further solidifying its commitment to delivering industry leading solutions for the construction sector. With this addition, the company is better positioned to meet growing global demand, especially in material screening and recycling.

Doosan Bobcat to create synergy through vertical integration with Doosan Mottrol

Doosan Bobcat to create synergy through vertical integration with Doosan Mottrol

Published 20/11 at 17:49

Doosan Bobcat has announced that its vertically integrated subsidiary, Mottrol, which specialises in hydraulic components, is expected to relaunch as Doosan Mottrol. Mottrol produces travel and swing motors, pumps, main control valves and other hydraulic components for construction equipment. In response to equipment electrification, Mottrol has also been developing ‘E-Drive’, a technology for inverters, and swing and travel devices that can electrically drive and control machines.

Normet acquires Lekatech

Published 20/11 at 16:37

Lekatech, the pioneer in electric hammering technologies used in the mining, quarrying and construction industries, located in Iitti, Finland.

Powerscreen appoints Pico in Egypt

Powerscreen appoints Pico in Egypt

Published 20/11 at 16:37

Powerscreen is pleased to announce the appointment of Pico Engineering Group as its new authorised distributor for Egypt. This strategic collaboration aims to strengthen Powerscreen’s presence in the region and provide enhanced support to customers through Pico’s extensive network and industry expertise. Pico, renowned for its robust distribution of construction equipment and exceptional customer service, will now offer Powerscreen’s full range of innovative crushing and screening solutions. This collaboration will provide customers in Egypt with direct, unfiltered access to Powerscreen’s equipment.

OilQuick auctions off an exclusive pink ‘Grab John’ bucket for Cancerfonden's Pink [...]

OilQuick auctions off an exclusive pink ‘Grab John’ bucket for Cancerfonden's Pink [...]

Published 20/11 at 16:36

OilQuick auctions off an exclusive pink ‘Grab John’ bucket for Cancerfonden's Pink Ribbon campaign OilQuick AB demonstrated its strong commitment to charity and the fight against breast cancer by auctioning off a unique pink GJ15 Grab John bucket in support of Cancerfonden's Pink Ribbon campaign. The auction on www.klaravik.se was held from 7 to 16 October. The bucket, valued at approximately €7,700, stands as a symbol of both strength and hope. The entire sale price will be donated to Cancerfonden's vital work against breast cancer.

Bobcat wins Red Dot Design Award

Bobcat wins Red Dot Design Award

Published 20/11 at 16:32

Bobcat has been announced as a Red Dot Award Design Concept winner for its ‘RogueX2’, electric powered fully autonomous concept loader. “We are honoured to win the world renowned Red Dot Award for Design Concept in recognition of the groundbreaking design of the RogueX2,” said Joel Honeyman, vice president of Global Innovation at Doosan Bobcat.

Rotar International B.V. appoints Dominik Erath as managing partner

Rotar International B.V. appoints Dominik Erath as managing partner

Published 20/11 at 16:31

Rotar International B.V. is pleased to announce the appointment of Dominik Erath as managing partner, effective 1 August 2024. In his new role, Dominik will focus on further developing and expanding Rotar’s global network, with a specific emphasis on the scrap industry. His extensive experience and strategic vision will play a key role in the company's continued growth and success.

Hilti recognised as a leader in carbon management

Hilti recognised as a leader in carbon management

Published 20/11 at 16:22

The Hilti Group has achieved a Gold rating in the EcoVadis assessment for the fourth consecutive year. This prestigious recognition places Hilti in the top 2% of over 130,000 companies evaluated across all industries worldwide and in the top 1% in its industry segment.

Tana Oy expands its markets to Thailand and partners with GMC Engineering

Tana Oy expands its markets to Thailand and partners with GMC Engineering

Published 20/11 at 16:17

Tana Oy, the Finnish environmental technology company, is excited to announce a new distributorship with GMC Engineering Co., Ltd. in Thailand.

Tana Oy partners with Veneto Schwenter GmbH to expand operations in Germany

Tana Oy partners with Veneto Schwenter GmbH to expand operations in Germany

Published 20/11 at 16:16

Tana Oy, the leading Finnish environmental technology company, is excited to announce a new strategic partnership with Veneto Schwenter GmbH, based in Germany.

MEDRA joins EDA as a new member

Published 20/11 at 16:12

MEDRA, the Malta Excavation, Demolition, and Recycling Association, is a pivotal organisation within Malta’s construction sector, advocating for regulation within the industry while providing a platform for its members to voice concerns and suggestions.

Paul Douglas 1963 – 2024

Paul Douglas 1963 – 2024

Published 20/11 at 16:12

It is with great sadness that the death of one of the true giants of mobile crushing and screening has been announced. Paul Douglas, the former managing director of Extec Mobile Crushers and Screens Ltd, sadly passed away aged 61 on Sunday 8 September. Although absent from the industry for many years, the legacy of Paul still lives on through the Sandvik, and other ranges, of mobile crushers and screens. Paul’s father, Pat, was one of the founders and former managing director of Powerscreen International. Following a contested take over in the early 80s, Pat left the business, but Paul, after many adventures, decided to follow in his father's footsteps, founding Extec Mobile Crushers and Screens Ltd.

German Demolition Association successfully holds annual congress in Sweden

German Demolition Association successfully holds annual congress in Sweden

Published 20/11 at 16:07

From 19 to 21 September, DA Service GmbH held the DA Annual Congress for the German Demolition Association (DA) in Eskilstuna, Sweden. 122 association Members came together to receive information about the activities of the individual DA committees and the next congress highlights, including the Fachtagung Abbruch in 2025. A Volvo demonstration event was also held as well as a boat trip through Sweden's fjords which rounded off the event.

Wheel loader and crawler excavator additions

Wheel loader and crawler excavator additions

Published 12/9 at 14:05

CASE exhibited a wide spread of equipment at the recent Hillhead show, both static on the stand, and working in the exhibition’s waste and recycling area, the secondary rock handling area and in Crusher Alley.

Steelwrist for the fifth consecutive year recognised as one of Sweden’s Best Managed [...]

Steelwrist for the fifth consecutive year recognised as one of Sweden’s Best Managed [...]

Published 12/9 at 14:02

Steelwrist for the fifth consecutive year recognised as one of Sweden’s Best Managed Companies Steelwrist, the global manufacturer of tiltrotators, quick couplers and work tools for excavators, has for the fifth consecutive year been recognised as one of Deloitte’s Swedish Best Managed Companies, now being appointed a Gold Member.

Avant Power battery factory in full swing with 500 electric loader batteries in [...]

Avant Power battery factory in full swing with 500 electric loader batteries in [...]

Published 12/9 at 14:01

Avant Power battery factory in full swing with 500 electric loader batteries in under six months Battery developer and manufacturer Avant Power, the new subsidiary of loader manufacturer Avant Tecno Oy, has exceeded its strict targets with double the number of batteries being manufactured compared to the original plans.

DSA ‘Open Doors’

DSA ‘Open Doors’

Published 12/9 at 13:49

Young people in Nottinghamshire have been given an insight into a career opportunity as part of a national drive to showcase the construction industry.

Cooperation between Lindner Washtech and Erema delivers quality in post-consumer recycling

Cooperation between Lindner Washtech and Erema delivers quality in post-consumer recycling

Published 12/9 at 13:48

How to achieve consistent recycled pellet quality in plastics recycling by exchanging data between the extruder and washing system, and how intelligent energy management reduces costs, was revealed at IFAT in Munich by the Erema Group and Lindner.

Aquajet hosts ‘World Tour’ event in Germany

Aquajet hosts ‘World Tour’ event in Germany

Published 12/9 at 13:43

Aquajet, leading global designer and manufacturer of innovative hydrodemolition technology, held a European World Tour event on the 5 and 6 June in Germany. Approximately 70 customers from eight different countries, Germany, Switzerland, France, Belgium, Norway, Italy, the UK and Australia, attended. Aquajet’s German distributor, Brokk Germany, hosted the event in Friedenweiler.

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