One of several world premieres from Doosan at Bauma 2022 was the launch of the company’s new 4×4 articulated dump truck (ADT). Complementing the company’s standard, range of 6×6 ADT models, the new 4×4 version of the DA45-7 ADT is intended to compete with rigid dump trucks (RDTs) in the 40-tonne class. The new 4×4…

Caterpillar has shown its first battery electric 793 for the first time in a fully-loaded demonstration in front of key mining customers who are participating in Caterpillar’s Early Learner program. “Our global team came together to develop this battery truck at an accelerated pace to help our customers meet their sustainability commitments,” said Resource Industries…

EquipmentWatch recently presented Doosan Infracore North America with the 2022 Highest Retained Value Award for the DA30 articulated dump truck (ADT). According to EquipmentWatch, the data-driven awards recognize excellence among construction, lift and agricultural equipment manufacturers. EquipmentWatch uses proprietary algorithms, depreciation schedules and other data, and their analysts predict which equipment will give customers a…

AUSA, the manufacturer of compact all-terrain industrial vehicles showed off its range of electric vehicles for the first time and launched a new brand image that is being applied to all of its machines at this year’s Bauma. Exceeding the best forecasts AUSA was present at Bauma with a large outdoor stand, where it displayed…

Thwaites is launching an all-new, all electric 3-tonne dumper. The machine has been designed with contractors and hirers in mind. The 3-tonne electric machine that was displayed at BAUMA, will be an advanced concept machine, with the go to market version being available in 2023. Thwaites General Sales Manager, Andy Sabin said, “As the demand…

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is investing into the future of its facility in Braås, Sweden, the home of its range of articulated haulers, as a signal of its commitment to lead the transformation across all products toward a more sustainable construction future. Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has announced its intention to invest SEK…

Roughly nine months after reaching the 4-billion-tonne (4.4-billion-ton) autonomously hauled milestone, trucks equipped with Cat® MineStar™ Command for hauling have now moved over 5 billion tonnes (5.5 billion tons). Cat autonomous trucks are on pace to eclipse previous record totals of materials hauled in a calendar year, projected to be more than 1.4 billion tonnes…

Takeuchi returned to Hillhead in June and tell us that their stand was busy as ever showcasing new products launched in the UK and Ireland over the last four years. Hillhead is a terrific opportunity for team manufacturers to catch up with customers and industry professionals. Takeuchi HO (Nagano, Japan) was represented by Clay Eubanks,…

A construction company is charging ahead with plans for an electric equipment fleet. Isle of Wight-based MCM Construction has bought three new electric JCB machines – adding to a three-strong existing electric JCB fleet. The new JCB 19C-1E mini excavator, 1TE site dumper and 525-60E Loadall models join a further Loadall, electric Dumpster and power…

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has started testing of the world’s first fuel cell articulated dump truck prototype, the Volvo HX04. The results of the project will provide important insights into the possibilities provided by hydrogen and fuel cells as Volvo CE continues research for its future product development programs. Besides battery-electric solutions, where Volvo…

In the latest step on its path toward carbon neutrality, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) becomes the first manufacturer to deliver a construction machine built using fossil-free steel to a customer. This demonstrates the fast-tracking of innovation to real-world solutions as companies across the value chain come together to drive change. The A30G articulated hauler…

JCB has launched a new online platform for customers to buy the manufacturer’s new equipment. The new JCB Store is an online machine marketplace which allows customers to search for new JCB plant and equipment within one centralised platform and view all machines available to them from their local dealer. The new system offers four…

The revised Wacker Neuson wheel dumper DW50 has been optimized for safety, performance and comfort. A variety of new details make the machine the safe helper in material transport: the hill hold function prevents the machine from rolling back when stopped on a slope. Also, seat belt monitoring means the operator must first fasten the…

Scottish Groundworker, Advance Construction Scotland, have placed an order for some 40 Thwaites cabbed dumpers. The deal was facilitated and concluded via Thwaites approved distributor for the Scottish central belt and the highlands, Molson Young Plant Sales. The cabbed dumpers in the deal are a mix of both 6-tonne and 9-tonne front tip, stage V…

After completing the launch of its entire range of dumpers with higher payloads, 6 and 10 tonnes, AUSA is continuing to upgrade its equipment with the new D301AHG site dumper, which has a 3,000 kg payload. A completely new dumper, designed with the aim of delivering higher productivity and a better return on investment for…

Ausa, a global manufacturer of compact industrial vehicles for moving materials and road maintenance has given us their professional advice on the best way to maintain your site dumpers. As we know, by its very nature, a dumper is going to undergo intensive use and it will mostly be used in very adverse off-road conditions….

Volvo CE have kindly given us a summary of their ADT range – an overview of the background of the machines and the latest developments in their articulated haulers. From developing the first series manufactured articulated hauler more than 55 years’ ago, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is continuing to dominate the field, with articulated…

Komatsu Europe have sold their 1000th HM300 ADT. Available across Europe for nearly 20 years, the HM300 was launched on the European market back in 2003. It’s been a popular choice for plant operators, for any jobsite and under any conditions, thanks to a powerful engine, its Komatsu Traction Control System, selectable working modes for…