by admin | Apr 27, 2016 | Constuction & Business News, Manufacturer News
Komatsu UK has been chosen by its Japanese bosses to supply a next generation hybrid excavator from its plant in Birtley, near Chester-le-Street. The digger, which officials say reduces operators’ fuel use, will build on similar models already made at the company’s...
by admin | Apr 27, 2016 | Energy News, Manufacturer News
Caterpillar has launched a new natural gas generator set. The Cat G3512 (pictured) is rated for standby power at 750 kW or 1000 kW at 60 Hz and the company said it is aimed at the North American market. Caterpillar said that the genset is ‘ideal for emergency,...
by admin | Apr 27, 2016 | Crane & Lifting News, Manufacturer News, Ports & Terminals
Andy Richardson, Business Editor TEESPORT operator PD Ports is making an investment of almost £10m to increase the volume of containers it can handle. As part of its continued growth, £3.2m has been invested in three 24.6m tall rubber tired gantry cranes (RTGs) which...
by admin | Apr 27, 2016 | Constuction & Business News, Crane & Lifting News, Manufacturer News, Offshore News
Aibel AS have awarded Granada the contract to design, manufacture, third party certify, deliver and commission 10 davit cranes for the Hywind Offshore Wind Farm. Each of the Granada Python crane units has been specifically designed for Hywind and the challenging...
by admin | Apr 27, 2016 | Crane & Lifting News, Manufacturer News
SENNEBOGEN is significantly expanding its product range for the Balance material handlers . The new SENNEBOGEN 8400E, which will be available from at the end of 2016, boasts impressive features such as comfortable reaches of up to 42 m (137 ft.) energy-efficient...
by admin | Apr 27, 2016 | Crane & Lifting News, Manufacturer News
Since 2007, the SENNEBOGEN Maxcab has been setting standards in the world of materials handling with its sliding door and air-sprung comfort seat. As the most-installed cab of all SENNEBOGEN cab models, the Maxcab has been given a new interior. The entire driver area...