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Capital Equipment in Construction

Digitalisation can rapidly mobilise equipment

By: Tracy Hancock 6th March 2020 Digitisation is playing a limited role in the procurement and mobilisation of construction equipment for capital projects, University of Pretoria (UP) project and quality management senior lecturer Dr Giel Bekker tells Engineering News. “Apart from built-in equipment information and tracking... →

No growth expected amid low govt spend

By: Tracy Hancock 6th March 2020 Government spending is the main drive for construction and/or civils spending, but, as the budget is exceptionally tight, construction equipment supplier HPE Africa MD Ross Collard does not expect any growth this year. Last year, there were limited development opportunities for the company’s... →

HAPPY WITH HYUNDAI Hyundai excavators and wheel loaders are a key construction equipment brand in Pera Plant & Civils’ fleet

Supplier’s Cape Town branch adds technicians

By: Tracy Hancock 6th March 2020 Increased demand for Bobcat equipment in the Western Cape has resulted in construction equipment supplier Bobcat Equipment South Africa’s Cape Town branch increasing the number of field technicians it employs to ensure the delivery of the best possible after-sales services. Consequently, this... →

Online purchasing first for South Africa

By: Tracy Hancock 6th March 2020 US construction machinery manufacturer Caterpillar’s mini excavators will be one of the first Cat product lines to be sold online through its Southern Africa dealer, Barloworld Equipment, this year. Following the launch last year, there is growing excitement around the Cat Next Generation mini... →

SOUTH AFRICAN INFLUENCE Air conditioning has also been introduced as an option on all Cat Next Generation mini excavator model sizes in response to direct feedback from South African customers

Company positive in flat construction market

By: Mamaili Mamaila 22nd March 2019 Despite there being no capital expenditure on projects in the construction sector, construction equipment supplier SANY GM Barry Owen says the company sees good opportunity to grow the SANY brand in a rather stagnant market. →

BARRY OWEN Over-capacitated construction sector under extreme pressure owing to oversupply

Growth strategy prompts innovation

By: Mamaili Mamaila 22nd March 2019 Technologies design, production and marketing company Tesmec Group is constantly improving, adapting and evolving its machine concepts. Owing to its pursuit of a “glocal” growth strategy, this means that Tesmec is global, but at the same time they have a local presence in strategic areas of the... →

GOING GLOCAL Tesmec seeks to expand local presence in the most strategic areas of the world

Bobcat positive ahead of elections

By: Mamaili Mamaila 22nd March 2019 While the fragmentation occurring in the mining and construction industries – where major contracts are being awarded to smaller empowered startups without major track records or even assets – is cause for concern, meaningful change is likely to emerge after the national election in May. →

EARTHFORCE Bobcat aims to meet the requirement for quality, lower-cost machines

New excavator set to launch in South Africa end of March

22nd March 2019 Capital equipment manufacturer Komatsu's PC210-10MO hydraulic excavator will make its local debut when the first unit lands in South African at the end of this month. →

Construction industry expected to grow over next three years

By: Mamaili Mamaila 22nd March 2019 Despite there being a slowdown in projects for the past few years in the construction industry, power generation equipment developer Himoinsa Southern Africa business development director Matthew Bell says the company expects positive growth over the next 12 to 36 months. →

BESPOKE DESIGNS Himoinsa is investing significantly in its generator and lighting tower designs for specific local requirements

Capital equipment future looks bright

By: Erin Steenhoff-Snethlage 6th April 2018 Sales of new earthmoving and mining equipment are on an upward trend, breaking the three-year downward cycle that the industry has been in since the second quarter of 2014, according to the Construction and Mining Equipment Suppliers’ Association (Conmesa). →

LAWRENCE PETERS An increase in capital equipment sales in 2017 is a positive sign for the future of the industry

Blockmaking machine aids in community development

By: Marleny Arnoldi 6th April 2018 Alternative building technology partner Hydraform supplied its M7MI interlocking blockmaking machine to social activist nonprofit organisation Earthrise Trust. →

LIKE BLOCKWORK Hydraform’s M7MI interlocking blockmaking machine can produce 2 200 blocks in an eight-hour shift

Skid steer loaders maintain popularity in projects

By: Marleny Arnoldi 6th April 2018 Construction and earthmoving equipment distributor CASE Construction South Africa says it has a healthy pipeline of equipment supply orders for the first quarter of 2018 to meet client requirements for construction projects. →

CASE IN POINT CASE Construction South Africa’s skid steer loaders have advanced features for improved performance, enhanced productivity and increased operator comfort

Need for crane depends on bridge design and location

By: Simone Liedtke 6th April 2018 The need for cranes in the construction of bridges usually depends on the design and geographical location of the bridge, states Midrand-based crane rental agency Concord Cranes, which forms part of the Industrial Services Group. →

SHOWCASING CRANE CAPABILITIES The Mthatha River bridge project served as the maiden project for the heavy-lift capabilities of the 750 t hydraulic crane

New app measures at safe distance

By: Victor Moolman 7th April 2017 With the introduction of the SmartBlue application (app), to be used alongside its FMR 10 and FMR 20 handheld radar devices, measurement and automation equipment manufacturer Endress + Hauser says the app allows for radar measurements to be taken in hazardous and difficult-to-reach places at... →

HENNIE BLIGNAUT The Internet of Things is here to stay

Zimbabwe academy uses local machines to build campus

By: Victor Moolman 7th April 2017 Independent school for boys and girls Knowstics Academy, in Manicaland, Zimbabwe, bought three block production machines in June last year from machine manufacturer Hydraform, in Boksburg, South Africa to start construction on new premises that will have separate buildings for boys and girls. →

EASY PRODUCTION The machines can produce new blocks within 14 seconds

New excavator brought to Africa

By: Victor Moolman 7th April 2017 Industrial and agriculture equipment supplier Smith Power Equipment (SPE), last month expanded its Japanese construction equipment product offering in South Africa to include Kubota’s KX080-3S excavator. →

Smith Power Equipment GM Tom Bloom explains the advantages of using Kubota equipment. Camerawork: Victor Moolman. Editing: Lionel da Silva.

Technology improved on cranes for efficient operation

By: Victor Moolman 7th April 2017 Technological advancements over the years have meant Midrand-based tower cranes and lifting solutions company SA French has been able to install trackers on its crane fleet, ensuring more efficient operations during construction projects. →

SA French MD Quentin van Breda talks about new crane technology and the challenges in the industry. Camerawork: Victor Moolman. Editing: Lionel da Silva.

Hydraulic excavators designed for optimum efficiency

1st April 2016 Heavy industries and construction company Doosan’s newest generation hydraulic excavators – the heavy duty DX225LCA series – have been designed for greater operator comfort, improved fuel efficiency, enhanced productivity and minimal maintenance requirements. “There are currently 360 20T Doosan... →

HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR The excavators ensure optimum efficiency and extended service life in harsh local operating conditions

New-generation crane launched

1st April 2016 Cranes manufacturer Demag launched its V-Type girder early this year, which it believes is a game changer in the local materials handling sector owing to its double service life of a conventional box-section girder and ability to easily manage more than 500 000 load changes. Demag senior manager... →

CARBON REDUCTION The V-Type girder manufactured using ecofriendly processes to reduce Demag’s carbon footprint

Modernisation and expansion programme in final phase

By: Kimberley Smuts 1st April 2016 Construction product supplier and subsidiary of the Chryso Southern Africa Group, a.b.e. Construction Chemicals, is in the final phase of completing its modernisation and expansion programme that involves the installation of new high-technology equipment at its Boksburg and Isipingo factories.... →

PRODUCTION RATE INCREASED First component of the a.b.e expansion programme at the bulk emulsion stainless steel tank in Boksburg

Dual-purpose equipment aimed at reducing costs

By: Kimberley Smuts 1st April 2016 Welding and construction-related equipment supplier Renttech South Africa (SA) aims to provide cost-effective solutions for contractors by supplying high-quality, dual-purpose units. Renttech SA product manager Martiens Opperman explains that Renttech SA’s dual-purpose welder and generators are... →

COST-EFFECTIVE SOLUTIONS The dual-purpose welder model offer the latest in engine technology

Remanufacturing combats plant maintenance challenges

By: Kimberley Smuts 1st April 2016 With more sophisticated components being used in diesel engines today, maintenance has become more of a challenge for plant operators and this has been exacerbated by the continued lack of available skills. Diesel engine component remanufacturer, Metric Automotive Engineering says this situation... →

ONGOING CHALLENGE There is a need for plant operators need to cater for all the different machines in terms of parts stockholding

Block-making machinery used to build affordable housing

1st April 2016 The Department of Rural Development and Land Reform built 27 affordable homes on the Radway Green Farm Agri-Village outside of Grahamstown in the Eastern Cape, using brick- and block-making machine manufacturer Hydraform’s interlocking block-making technology. The official handover ceremony took... →

AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPED Hydraform was contracted to undertake the construction of this project for the benefit of the community

Survivalist vision disturbs capital equipment acquisitions

By: Mia Breytenbach 3rd April 2015 A key concern affecting capital expenditure (capex), as well as acquisition rate of construction equipment, is “the survivalist vision” of smaller contractors, says industry body South African Capital Equipment Export Council MD Sybil Rhomberg. “This mindset impacts on the imports of new capital... →

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HEIGHTENED BARRIER A survivalist vision and undercapitalisation of smaller contractors impact on the imports of new capital equipment

Backhoe loaders show multipurpose use

By: Mia Breytenbach 3rd April 2015 Construction and earthmoving equipment distributor CSE Equipment has supplied more than 80 machines to the local market, following the extension of the Case backhoe loader range through the local launch of the robust 570T series in mid-2014. CSE, which distributes Case machines manufactured by... →

EFFICIENCY FOCUS The turbocharged, four-cylinder FPT Industrial S8000 engine of the 570T backhoe loader delivers up to 86 hp and ensures reduced fuel consumption

New skid steer loader enhances performance with improved strength

By: Mia Breytenbach 3rd April 2015 High-end telescopic handler distributor and rough-terrain equipment company Manitou Southern Africa will this year augment its product offering by launching the new Gehl R Series skid steer loaders in the first quarter. “The new Gehl R Series radial-lift skid steer loaders will build on the... →

TASK TACKLER The new medium-frame Gehl skid steer loaders’ ground-engaging capabilities and high-capacity strength are ideally suited for excavation applications

New self-loading mixer advances concrete production in Africa

By: Mia Breytenbach 3rd April 2015 Concrete equipment manufacturer and supplier Pan Mixers South Africa (PMSA) in January launched the new Fiori DB X35 self- and front-loading mixer to cater for emerging markets in Africa that require more cost-competitive and high-quality certified concrete on demand. This Italian-designed and... →

COMPACT DESIGN The Fiori DB X35 self- and front-loading mixer’s design enables more accurate volumetric loading and shortened loading times

Demand increase for light equipment range

By: Mia Breytenbach 3rd April 2015 Since it was appointed the exclusive Southern Africa distributor of light construction equipment Power’s tamping rammers, vibratory rollers, concrete mixers, light towers and air-cooled engines in September 2014, engine, pumps and power products distributor Goscor Power Products has noted a... →

MARKET FAVOURITE A popular and reliable unit is the H-Power RM 75 tamping rammer, comprising the Robin Subaru EH12 engine that extends operating life

Wheel loader doubles market share, demand increase expected

By: Mia Breytenbach 3rd April 2015 Adding the DLA wheel loader series to earthmoving equipment manufacturer Doosan’s product range, first launched in South Africa at the end of 2013, has significantly increased its South African wheel loader market share amid a declining market, says local Doosan distributor Disa Equipment MD Rod... →

TIPPING POINT The Doosan DL420A unit features enhanced tipping-load capacities and can handle, load and transport diverse materials

Infrastructure budget could spur investment in capital equipment

By: Mia Breytenbach 2nd April 2015 After a steady decline in construction jobs since the boom in 2010, the South African construction industry has welcomed Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene’s announcement in the 2014 medium term Budget speech that the country is set to spend R847-billion on new and upgraded infrastructure over the... →

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FUELLING INVESTMENT Heavy-duty construction and infrastructure projects under way in Africa are likely to lead to gradual, but significant investment in equipment and machinery

System keeps machines connected and improves operational efficiencies

By: Ilan Solomons 4th April 2014 Since JSE-listed equipment distributor Barloworld’s Monitoring Bureau went live in January, the company has connected to and interacted with many construction and mining machines that have been fitted with earthmoving machinery and construction equipment manufacturer Caterpillar’s on-board... →

EQUIPMENT MONITORING SOLUTIONS EMSolutions forms an integral part of scheduled and preventative maintenance planning

New crusher and drill rig launched in SA

By: Ilan Solomons 4th April 2014 Construction equipment and services provider Sandvik Construction South Africa introduced its new CH550 cone crusher in September last year. Sandvik Construction Sub-Saharan Africa VP Glenn Schoeman tells Engineering News that the CH550 provides operators with superior performance at every... →

CH550 CONE CRUSHER The CH550 cone crusher provides operators with superior performance at every crushing stage

Company’s multipurpose wheel loader sells well

By: Ilan Solomons 4th April 2014 Construction equipment manufacturer Wacker Neuson says it’s German-manufactured compact wheel loaders have enjoyed tremendous success in several local industries, including the construction, roadworks, industrial, mining, agriculture and landscaping industries, in the last five years. Wacker... →

MOVING MATERIAL The wheel loaders’ optimally efficient power-to-weight ratio, low transport weight and consistently high payload meet customer requirements

New capital equipment pieces a solid seller, says directors

By: Ilan Solomons 4th April 2014 Specialist in the manufacture, assembly, sales and support of diamond tools and equipment Diamond Products, says that it has noted a significant increase in the sale of its Diamatic range of equipment and vacuum dust control systems since launching these products at the bauma Africa trade fair in... →

DUST-COLLECTION SYSTEM Complete high-efficiency particulate absorption filters are used in the dust collectors of the Diamatic system

Equipment designation boosts capital equipment suppliers

By: Ilan Solomons 4th April 2014 The recent designation by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) of valves and actuators for local procurement by State-owned enterprises (SOEs) and municipalities, enables the concerned industries to revise their future recapitalisation plans, industry body South African Capital Equipment... →

South African Capital Equipment Export Council MD Sybil Rhomberg discusses the state of the capital equipment industry in South Africa.

Association warns of market stagnation if economy remains weak

By: Ilan Solomons 4th April 2014 With the construction industry showing signs of slowing down, equipment sales could stagnate in the current climate of an uncertain economy, says industry body Construction and Mining Equipment Suppliers’ Association (Conmesa) chairperson Lawrence Peters. “In 1999, construction and mining... →

Construction and Mining Equipment Suppliers' Association chairperson Lawrence Peters discusses the state of the local capital equipment industry.

Healthy mix of new and used capital equipment in South Africa

By: Ilan Solomons 4th April 2014 New and used bulldozers, excavators, wheel loaders, tractor-loader backhoes (TLBs), rollers, graders and articulated dump trucks (ADTs) are among the most popular local capital equipment, used heavy-equipment supplier Mascus South Africa country manager John Smith tells Engineering News. “These... →

OVERCOMING DIFFICULTIES Local capital equipment suppliers ensure the machines are delivered to site

German-manufactured loaders slow to make inroads

By: Ilan Solomons 4th April 2014 Heavy-duty and earthmoving equipment supplier North European Equipment introduced German construction machines manufacturer and distributor Atlas Weyhausen’s AR 40 loaders onto the local market in June last year, but is yet to register sales of the loaders, North European Equipment MD Stefan Otto... →

AW 300 ROLLER Atlas Weyhausen AW 300 rollers are used by a subcontractor at the Medupi power station

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