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CONTENTS JUly 2017 6_News The latest news from across the region and further afield.
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EDITORIAL JULY 2017
PUBLISHING DIRECTOR RAZ ISLAM raz.islam@cpimediagroup.com +971 4 375 5471 EDITORIAL DIRECTOR VIJAYA CHERIAN vijaya.cherian@cpimediagroup.com +971 4 375 5713
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Small wonderS It’s common knowledge that when a storm blows through, it’s the largest trees that suffer the most. The smaller shrubbery often take on the fiercest of tempests and, because of their flexibility, come out unscathed. This is true as much in nature as in the world of construction machinery. Substitute the word ‘flexible’ in the paragraph above with ‘versatile’ and you pretty much get an idea about what the skid steer loaders are for the construction equipment industry – the flexible shrubbery that is weathering the current upheavals in the market much better than it bigger cousins, the large excavators, wheel loaders, power shovels and other behemoths of the industry. In this issue we focus on this smallyet-efficient class of machines that are seen running about at construction sites throughout the Middle East and GCC region, doing all sorts of odd jobs that its bigger unipurpose counterparts are not designed to do. In fact, as Gaby Rhayem, the regional head of runaway skid steer loader market leader Bobcat, tells us in this issue, the slow pattern in the market has actually been beneficial for Bobcat’s skid steers, as customers are flocking to the quality and versatility that the brand provides. Big construction itself may have hit relative doldrums at the moment, when compared to better times of yore, but what has been built still needs to be maintained – and this is another area that the skid steer excels in, whether in landscaping or clearing debris, or in a variety of other jobs. We bring you the facts and opinions of the other leading manufacturers of the skid steer,
such as Case, Caterpillar and Volvo CE to provide an overview of the category. Speaking of versatility, a piece of equipment can be put to good use even when its actual use ends, according to Patrick Ditcham, partner and head of machinery and asset valuation at Cavendish Maxwell. The firm is keen on extending its expertise in asset valuation in the Middle East market where it sees a definite rise in demand for its services, especially in the construction equipment sphere. Ditcham tells CMME in this issue about how companies can realise the residual value of their existing machinery assets and monetise them – and how valuation is the first step in doing so. Where taking steps towards a goal is concerned, Korean heavy equipment giant, Doosan, tells us in this issue about how it’s bucked the general market trend and managed to increase its market share in these difficult times. Regional head Woohyun Kim says concentrating on customer service is the key to Doosan’s current strong position. Now, that’s an advice no one can ignore!
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The article “Planning ahead: pre-empting project delays in the Middle East” (June 15) is good and brings forward a few important points. However, what is critically missing is mention of project management. Organizational project management (OPM) is vital for project success and organizations with a high level of OPM maturity can deliver projects cheaper, faster, and better and this has been proven through numerous studies. Nothing can guarantee success but organizations can significantly enhance their performance. One way is the proper use of REAL project management. Further, the use of stagegate methodological approach is vital. Finally, a recent study shows that projects managed directly by project owners’ organizations show better performance. Mounir A. Ajam, CEO of Sukad, comment posted to website
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Al-FuttAim logistics lAunches exhibition logistics
jects, o r p w e n oFFices, w e n , s e hin Around k o new mAc o l e ives – w t A month i t s i i n h i t w e ne w whAt’s n t A n o i g the re NEW ME SALES
Dubai-based Al-Futtaim Logistics
hEAD AT JLG
has launched its Exhibition
Powered access
Logistics services to customers
specialist JLG has
throughout the Middle East. The
appointed Ian
company, part of the Al-Futtaim
Hume as its new
Group, has been providing logistics
regional sales
facilities for exhibitions to group
director for the
companies for several years and
Middle East. The
has now extended its services to
move comes after
all companies in the market by
the retirement of
officially launching its Exhibition
Ewan MacAngus
Logistics arm at the 8th Middle
from the post
East Events Show last month at the
at the end of
Festival Arena, Dubai Festival City.
last month.
The company said it now extends
Hume joined the
its competence to individual and
company on May
corporate customers throughout
1 as sales director
the Middle East who require storage
for emerging
and warehousing solutions to hold
markets, based in
stock for events in the regional
Kuwait’s JTC orders five new Demag ATCs
Dubai. He will now
markets, local and international
lead all market
moving services and handyman
development
services. With a commitment to
initiatives across
making the logistics process of
the MEA region,
exhibitions and events easier for
reporting directly
customers, the company also
Kuwaiti equipment leasing and logistics supplier Jassim Transport & Stevedoring Co KSCC (JTC) has placed an order for five new Demag cranes – one AC 250-6 and four AC 100-4L all-terrain cranes. JTC’s current fleet includes both Terex and Demag cranes, and the five new Demag all-terrain cranes will join a line-up of cranes that already has approximately 20 different models. JTC is one of the leading providers of ports management, contract logistics, equipment leasing and power rental services in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and other countries in the region. The company says it is expanding its equipment fleet to keep up with growing demand from its diverse customer base. The new four-axle Demag AC 100-4L all-terrain crane features the most compact chassis in its class, and the AC 250-6 benefits
to Jonathan
offers easy payment solutions.
from the longest main boom length in its capacity class, at 80m. JTC CEO Adel Kohari said the new cranes will help his company do a better job of providing tailor-made services and solutions for its customers. “The Demag AC 100-4L crane is extremely versatile, which means we can accomplish more lifts in less time than with similar sized units,” he said. “This new purchase is a part of the several initiatives in support of the various infrastructure development projects that JTC is currently executing within the oil & gas and construction industries. Also, Terex Cranes has an outstanding reputation for building quality and reliable cranes, and for providing fast after-market support, and we are excited to see them bring back the Demag brand.”
Dawson, JLG
Vargheese Anthony, general
senior sales
manager, Al-Futtaim Logistics,
director for EMEA.
said: “We support exhibitors’ and
Hume was most
organisers’ needs for end-to-end
recently employed
exhibition handling by providing
by Climax Portable
complete solutions through our
Machine Tools as
global network. This includes
account manager
freight management, destination
for the MEA
clearance and local handling
region. He spent
right through to delivery to the
seven years with
venues or stands. We can mobilise
the Manlift Group
our specialist air freight team at
in Dubai across
short notice to fulfil critical and
several roles.
controlled authority clearance, and our privileged relations with Dubai Customs enable us to expedite processes, especially for automotive, machinery, food, pharma, cosmetics and nutritional products.”
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ErA AWArD
genie wins ‘rentAl product oF the YeAr’
Immensa launches first 3D print facility in UAE
PhiLiPS LiGhTiNG’S NEW hEAD For ME AND TurkEy Philips Lighting has announced the appointment of Goktug Gur as president
UAE-based additive manufacturing (AM or 3D printing) company Immensa Technology Labs has launched the country’s first 3D printing facility, which the company says is in line with the Dubai 3D Printing Strategy launched by the emirate’s government. Immensa’s facility houses over eight 3D printing systems and offers over 30 materials for production. It is equipped to build and
VoLVo PENTA’S NEW STAGE V ENGiNE Volvo Penta has revealed a new 8-litre diesel engine with after-treatment system as the next model in its Stage V range. It is part of the full spectrum of Stage V D5, D8, D11, D13 and D16 engines, offering a power range of 143-770hp.
manufacture production quality parts, components and one-off prototypes for customers across a variety of industries, using a wide range of advanced technologies including selective laser sintering (SLS), stereolithography (SLA), extrusion (FDM) and material jetting. The company said its engineers provide integrated digital and mechanical design and multi-material
manufacturing solutions, and offer full consultation on the integration of 3D printing into manufacturing processes. Fahmi Al-Shawwa, CEO of Immensa Technology Labs, said: “There are ample opportunities for organisations in the UAE to adopt AM to enhance their efficiencies and competitiveness, and we are focused on providing world-class and viable 3D printing solutions.”
for the Middle
Terex Aerial Work Platforms’
East and Turkey
(AWP) Genie Z-60/37 FE hybrid
region, effective
articulating boom was recently
June 15.
named rental Product of the year
Currently
by the European rental Association
managing
(ErA) at the European rental Awards
director for
in Amsterdam. The model bested 18
Turkey and
other entries from 12 countries on
Middle East
this year’s shortlist, with the judges
(excluding Saudi
choosing it for its sustainability
Arabia), Gur will
characteristics, describing it as “a
take on the new
true four-by-four hybrid machine
role in addition
designed for indoor and outdoor use
to his current
and with low fuel consumption”.
responsibilities.
Joe George, VP and managing
He will succeed
director for the EMEAr region at
Paolo Cervini,
Terex AWP, said: “The ErA rental
who is moving
Product of the year stamp has long
to pursue further
been synonymous with product
interests outside
excellence and innovation that guides
the company.
fleet owners to the best new products on the market. We are delighted to have won this award, which is a tribute to the entire global team involved in the design, engineering and manufacturing of the Genie Z-60/37 FE boom.”
UK’s first 38.70Hf BoBcat tL dLer teLeHan L38.70HF Agri
bcat T rst new Bo al double The UK’s fi n an unusu o g in k ta plant is r rocessing telehandle a quarr y p in th tains o n b u g o in Black M role, work foot of the e res th t tu a a fe rm model and on a fa gland. The n E , w e o ir Fl sh h HF/Hig in Hereford e and uses in s g ie n e it il p b h ulic capa a D34 130 her hydra ig h 0 r 19 fo g y -leadin Technolog ith a class rmance, w 40km/h A . p and perfo nsing pum se d a lo l/min nch tyres n and 24-i o si is sm n tra nal its additio are among features.
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Alserkal announces new $2.7m Dubai Bridgestone truck tyre centre
Nasser Bin Abdullatif Alserkal, the sole importer and distributor of Bridgestone tyres for Dubai and the Northern Emirates within the UAE, has announced a new $2.7m truck tyre facility, the Alserkal Bridgestone Truck Tyre Centre.
The new facility, which spans 52,000sqft and is in conjunction with Bridgestone and Dubai Municipality, is part of Alserkal’s strategic retail expansion plan and will be built within the truck and heavy equipment market in the Al Ruwwaya
area of Dubai. Expected to be complete in Q1 2018, it will be staffed with internationally certified and experienced truck maintenance personnel. “We are honoured to be part of Bridgestone’s success in the UAE. Our partnership with
NEW QATAr MiDDlE EAst ExPAnsiOn
DiSTriBuTor For
euro Auctions Announces new permAnent sAles site in dubAi
MB CruShEr MB Crusher has
Dubai Municipality represents a strategic retail investment that will help Bridgestone and Nasser Bin Abdullatif Alserkal grow faster across a very dynamic transportation sector,” said Ahmad Bin Eisa Alserkal, vice chairman, Nasser Bin Abdullatif Alserkal. The centre will house a truck wash and repair facility, as well as a registration and insurance counter for complete solutions to private, fleet and transport companies. It will also offer preventive maintenance for trucks and trailers, including oil, lube and filter service; DOT annual inspections; brake adjustments, repair; replacements and other services.
BoSCh ME GETS ANTi-BriBEry CErTiFiCATioN Bosch is the first company in the UAE to be certified to the new ISO 37001:2016 “Anti-bribery Management Systems” standard by TASNEEFRINA Business Assurance LLC. Rashid AlHebsi, CEO, TASNEEF, said: “This makes Bosch an icon to be followed by other companies who aim at fighting bribery.”
Cat brings B-Series hammers to Mideast
appointed Q-FAB industrial plant, construction
place for the new venture
– Qatar Welding
equipment and agricultural
and will trade under the
& Fabrication
machinery auction
Euro Auctions brand.
Supplies – as
heavyweight Euro Auctions
“As part of the continued
its exclusive
has announced the addition
global Euro Auctions brand
distributor for
of a permanent sale site in
expansion, the Middle East,
Qatar to sell,
Dubai, putting the company
and in particular the uAE,
service and support
on four continents around
was always the next country
the complete MB
the globe and adding
in which to establish a
Crusher range
another four sales events
strong and stable operating
of crusher and
per year to its calendar.
base,” said Jonnie keys,
screening buckets,
commercial manager, Euro
sorting grapples
a 91,000sqm site from
Auctions. “We have many
and drum cutters.
the Jebel Ali Free Zone
good relationships with
MB Crusher said:
Authority (JAFZA), including
buyers and sellers in the
“We are confident
a purpose-built auction
Middle East and Africa, and
this partnership
complex covering over
this new auction location
will provide
3,000sqm with a 360-
will enable us to create
enhanced services
seat, fully air-conditioned
stronger relationships with
to meet customers’
enclosed auction arena
our customers in this region
requirements.”
as well as ancillary
and open the door to many
buildings, workshops
new buyers and sellers.”
Euro Actions has leased
and infrastructure. Euro Auctions has all
The first Euro Auctions sale in Dubai is planned for
the necessary services
September 13, with four sales
and logistic licences in
per year scheduled to follow.
Caterpillar’s dealer in the GCC, Mohamed Abdul Rahman Al-Bahar, has made available Cat’s latest B-Series hydraulic hammers in the region, which is designed for high production in a wide range of severe applications, such as quarries, road construction, demolition and general construction. The hydraulic hammers are designed with mounting brackets specifically built to Cat linkages. Each B-Series hammer is tested as per the
ISO Quality Control System to match hydraulic excavator carriers weighing 18-40t. The B20 is matched to Cat 320D2 L; the B30 to Cat 323D2 L and Cat 326D2 L; and the B35 to Cat 330D2 L, CAT 336D2 L and Cat 340D2 L excavators. Mohammad T. Daas, excavation sales specialist, Al-Bahar, said: “The durability and reliability these hammers offer, along with our comprehensive dealer support, ensure our customers choose them over other options.”
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chAngE At thE tOP
retirements, Appointments And new divisions At cAterpillAr
ZAFCO to distribute Valvoline in UAE
Caterpillar has said
(iSCD), is retiring
three vice presidents,
after 22 years in the
Paolo Fellin, Greg
company. George
Folley and George
Taylor, vice president
Taylor, have elected to
of the Marketing &
retire. The company
Digital Division, is also
has also announced
retiring after 19 years
ChiCAGo
new divisions with two
in Caterpillar. All three
PNEuMATiC
new vice presidents
retirements will be
SuPPLiES
and is launching a
effective from August 1.
BrEAkErS
search for a third.
Chicago
Valvoline has announced the appointment of ZAFCO as its authorised distributor in the UAE. The automotive, commercial and industrial lubricants major said the new partnership will combine its superior quality lubricant products, heritage and global knowhow with ZAFCO’s strong retail distribution and local presence. The agreement between the two companies was signed by Craig Moughler, Valvoline senior vice president, International and Product Supply, and Azim Yusufzai,
chairman of ZAFCO, in Dubai. “Having ZAFCO represent Valvoline’s family of brands in the UAE will allow us to increase our presence and market share in this important core market. We differentiate ourselves with a hands-on approach to our business, and with this partnership we will be hands-on to provide Valvoline’s excellent products along with outstanding service to our customers, offering them better value and choice,” said Anwaar Shami, GM and regional sales director, Valvoline Middle East and Africa.
After 37 years at
Meanwhile, current GM of the industrial
Pneumatic
Cat, Paolo Fellin, vice
Power Systems Division
has supplied
president, Global
Chris Snodgrass will be
two hydraulic
Construction &
vice president of the
breakers to Rock
infrastructure (GCi)
newl Product Support &
Fall Contracting
Division, has elected
Logistics Division, from
WLL (RFC), a civil
to retire. Greg Folley,
July 1; and Damien
engineering and
vice president of Cat’s
Giraud, currently
earthmoving
industry Solutions,
worldwide product
contractor in
Components &
manager for large
Qatar. The new
Distribution Division
excavators, will be vice
RX8 and RX54
president of the Cat’s
rig-mounted
Global Construction &
hydraulic breaker
infrastructure Division.
units will be
The new Digital
put to work in
Enabled Solutions
infrastructure
Division will encompass
projects,
Cat’s data analytics
culminating
group, enterprise data
in the IAAF
hub, Cat Connect
World Athletics
technologies and
Championship in
customer portals. its
2019 and football’s
leader is to be recruited.
World Cup in 2022.
FiFTh iTC CoNFErENCE A SuCCESS The fifth International Tower Crane (ITC) conference in London successfully hosted 255 delegates, with several from major global manufacturers and rental companies. Among them were NFT, Bigge Crane, HTC Wolffkran, Arcomet, Matebat and Select Lifting Solutions.
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FlEEt ExPAnsiOn
bothAr boring & tunnelling orders new terex crAnes For me
Genie helps in new Suez Canal tunnel
Sydney-based Bothar
operating in the Middle
(BBT) is expanding
East since 2010 and has
its operations to the
successfully completed
Middle East with the
many high-profile
addition of three all-
micro-tunnelling
terrain cranes: a Demag
sewer and cable tunnel
GLoBAL EMiSSioNS
AC 500-8, a Demag
projects in kuwait and
CoMPLiANCE
AC 100-4L and a Terex
the uAE, especially in
To riSE
Explorer 5600.
Abu Dhabi.
A new study by
As part of Egypt’s Suez Canal Authority (SCA) $7.3bn New Suez Canal Project, after the extension of the new Suez Canal that opened in record time last year, Petrojet – one of the Middle East’s largest integrated construction companies – is currently contributing to the building of six twin tube tunnels (four for cars and two for trains) beneath the canal. To support its materials handling needs, Petrojet turned to Cairo equipment provider Modern Builders Merchant, Genie’s authorised distributor in Egypt, which
recommended two high-reach, heavy-lifting Genie GTH-4018 telehandlers. The machines were delivered this January with optional air conditioning and bespoke customer paint livery. Offering a maximum lift height of 17.61m, a maximum forward reach of 13.36m and a maximum lift capacity of 4t, thanks to a 3.8m outside turning radius and the narrowest machine width in its category, the Genie GTH-4018 has a 100hp Stage IIIA turbo diesel Perkins engine for a maximum travel speed of 35km/h.
NEW rEGioNAL hQ For MAN Global heavy vehicle giant MAN is opening a new regional headquarters in Dubai’s Jebel Ali Free Zone, as part of its continuing investment into the Middle East. The facility boosts MAN’s presence in the region by combining its operations, new sales and training teams with an outlet for its used commercial vehicles for the first time.
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Boring & Tunnelling
According to Terex
After recently being
consultant Knibb
Cranes, BBT awarded
awarded more major
Gormezano &
its business to the
contracts for micro-
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manufacturer after
tunnelling jobs in the
and Off-Highway
evaluating multiple
region, the company
Research says
crane brands and
determined it needed
compliance
models because of
to add additional
standards in global
Terex’s record for
units to its current
emissions for
providing quality
fleet of 15 cranes. in
the construction
products that deliver
the company’s line of
machinery
the best return on
work, compact size and
industry is on
investment and have
asymmetric outrigger
the rise, and
a strong long-term
positioning are vital for
only 4% of diesel
residual value.
working in tight areas.
engines fitted in new equipment globally will meet Tier 2 standards or less by 2023. In comparison, in 2013 more than 50% of diesel engines in new equipment were Tier 2 or lower.
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Volvo focuses on renewable energy in third episode of brand campaign
In the third episode of its new brand campaign, Building Tomorrow, Volvo CE is highlighting renewable energy by taking a look at constructing wind power installations. Illustrating how
construction is helping make the world a better place, the episode looks at a wind farm project in South Africa, where a new government programme is harnessing the country’s ideal weather conditions
while integrating socioeconomic development. Kouga Wind Farm, on the Eastern Cape coastline, is considered a blueprint for the programme. Roughly 70km southwest of Port Elizabeth – known as the
Windy City – construction at the facility started in 2013. The project began adding to the national grid in March 2015, when the first of the giant turbines came online. Currently home to 32 turbines, the wind farm generates approximately 300 million kilowatt-hours of clean electrical energy per year, reducing greenhouse gases by up to 270,000t. The community surrounding the wind farm owns 26% of it, and so far profits have been used to supply schools with computers, build sports facilities and develop clinics. During the construction phase of the venture, project managers also employed local labourers to help them develop their skills.
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KIT SPOTTING JULY APRIL2017 2016
VolVo CE pipEs in prospErity in turkEy
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as pipelines export prosperity as much as they do energy – and the Trans Anatolian Natural Gas Pipeline (TANAP) is no exception. The development of the world’s longest ongoing pipeline will improve the security of both Turkish and southeast European energy supply, and will enable Azerbaijan to diversify its gas export market. TANAP will connect with the expanded South Caucasus Pipeline and transport gas over a distance of 1,850km to Turkey’s western border with the EU. From there, gas will enter the Trans-Adriatic Pipeline (TAP), crossing Greece and Albania before linking to the Italian natural gas network. The three pipelines form the main arteries of the Southern Gas Corridor. The project is being constructed in three lots; the contract for Lot 1 was awarded to FERNAS Construction late last year. Lot 1 will use 56-inch diameter pipe, the largest used in the industry. The pipeline will run for 375km, between the Turkish village of Turkgozu in the Posof district of Ardahan on the country’s border with Georgia and Askale in the province of Erzurum. An estimated 150,000 pipe tubes will be required for TANAP, equating to an incredible total weight of 1.2 million tonnes. The first part of the Lot 1 section of the $10bn project is a 79km stretch between Imranli and Sakaltutan. Among the difficulties of the project are extreme weather and difficult terrain. For example, winter in Turkey, which can drop to -25°C, combined with its topography, makes for a challenging environment. Parts of TANAP’s route reaches altitudes of 3,000m above sea level. In these areas, the construction season can be as short as only 110 days of the year. 60% of the entire route is hilly or even mountainous, with gradients up to 30 degrees. Such is the high profile of the project, FERNAS decided that it needed suitably high-quality pipelayers to support it. The company is using
five Volvo PL4809D pipelayers supplied by local dealer Ascendum in November 2016. “This will be the first time we have worked with Volvo pipelayers, and FERNAS is confident that the equipment will yield an excellent level of performance in all pipe-related activities,” says Erhan Acar, site manager for the first section of the TANAP project. Initially, the pipelayers will be used to support bending and welding operations before moving on to laying-in alongside conventional sidebooms. Laying-in, or travelling on steep slopes, presents a hazard. As gravity takes over, the pipe swings backwards, increasing weight to the rear of the machine. However, the Volvo PL4809D’s unique 360-degree upper structure swing capacity allows the boom to be positioned uphill, enabling the load to be kept ahead of the machine, aiding stability and control. The PL4809D units are specified with a 96t tipping capacity, or 102t with the additional
counterweight, as well as excellent stability and an on-board load management system (LMS). To prevent machines from sliding, FERNAS provided an additional safety element by equipping all five of the Volvo pipelayers with spikes welded to the tracks. “I believe that with their long booms, they will perform excellently with the final tie-ins,” Acar says. As for machine transportation: “It’s extremely advantageous when there is no need to remove the booms.” These combined features played a significant role in the completion of the Imranli-Sakaltutan section, cited as the most challenging segment of the pipeline. With some 6,050 pipes to be laid – each 13-13.5m long – transportation was the first trial. The site is only accessible via four roads, so forest paths had to be used for further transport operations. Adding to the demanding nature of the project, the elevation increases to 2,800m and the terrain is extremely tough.
15 “This will be the first time we have worked with Volvo pipelayers and FERNAS is confident that the equipment will yield an excellent level of performance in all pipe-related activities. I believe that with their long booms, they will perform excellently with the final tie-ins�
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INTERVIEW JULY 2017
The imporTance of valuaTion
As the region’s construction And equipment mArket mAtures further And increAses globAl compliAnce, mAchinery And Asset vAluAtion is Assuming greAter importAnce thAn ever before. cAvendish mAxwell’s pAtrick ditchAm, tells CMME how his compAny is mAking the most of the situAtion
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s every equipment and fleet owner knows, your machinery is only as valuable as the project it is working on right now. Whether it is a spanking new fleet of best-in-class machines from the top global manufacturers or an old one comprising refurbished units that have seen years of use, uptime is the key. Machines that are working on the job site are bringing in returns while those gathering dust in a shed or yard are not only not being productive, but losing value too. This downtime or dust gathering is part of the life cycle of machinery, which seasoned fleet owners worldwide know all too well. When you invest in a machine and use it for five, 10 or sometimes more years, falling prey to the vagaries of global and local economics is inevitable. As in every other region around the world, the Middle East too is prone to market cycles. After the sustained upswing of the first decade of this millennium, the region is in the throes of a prolonged slowdown at the moment, post the crash of 2008-09. And even in this almost decade-long downswing, the equipment
17 When equipment is no longer in use, getting a valuation is the first step to monetise its residual value, says Patrick Ditcham, head of Cavendish Maxwell’s assets and machinery.
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sector has seen mini crests – as seen in a relatively heady 2015 – and troughs like the one Saudi Arabia is going through at the moment, which also threatens to engulf the rest of the region. Under this scenario, what is an equipment or fleet owner to do, especially if projects have dried up and he finds his fleet idle? Enter valuations. As a first step towards monetising the residual value of their idle or aging fleets, owners can turn to professional valuating services, such as those offered by Cavendish Maxwell’s machinery valuation arm, says Patrick Ditcham, the newly-appointed partner and head of Machinery and Business Assets at the firm’s regional head office in Dubai. Explaining the concept of machinery valuation to CMME, Ditcham says: “Machinery valuations are carried out in the same ways as that for property and for many different reasons. It can be for the purpose of bank security, for insurance or for a company’s accounts valuation. It can also be for rationalisation purposes or for sales.”
NEW ValuaTIoN pRojEcTs
fAst And AccurAte
Over the last few years
As the generators were in
there has been a noticeable
different locations, we had
increase in the number of
to mobilise our team to
banks offering loan security
visit three separate sites in
held against more general
three separate countries.”
items of plant and machinery
In April the team was
other than just cars and
asked to provide a loan
trucks. This has in turn meant
security valuation for three
that Cavendish Maxwell’s
large 100t mobile cranes
Machinery and Business
with manufacturing dates
assets team has been kept
ranging from 2007 to 2013.
very busy valuing a whole
This needed to be carried out
array of different assets.
under very tight timescales,
Speaking about three of the assignments undertaken
however, says Ditcham. “We arranged the
by the team recently Patrick
inspection in one day for each
Ditcham, partner and head
of the cranes, which were
of Machinery and Business
located in three separate
Assets, says: “In January we
emirates in the UAE. Then we
valued over 200 generator
provided our full report within
sets which were located
two days to the client’s full
across the globe. The lease
satisfaction,” he explains.
company that owned these
Also in April, Cavendish
assets wanted to rationalise
Maxwell was contacted by
their portfolio and so we
a company that operated a
provided current market
fleet of 24 school buses for
values as well as advice on
internal accounts purposes.
the best method of sale to
“The valuation was carried
maximise the realisations.
out again on a very tight
“We carried out
timescale. Thanks to our
inspections of each type
extensive contacts and
of generator set and then
expertise in the valuation of
applied the information
assets of this type, we were
gained from these
able to complete the exercise
inspections across the fleet.
on time,” says Ditcham.
Full-spectrum coverage At Cavendish Maxwell, the full spectrum of valuations is covered, he points out, from market and insurance valuations to accounting valuations. “Fundamentally, these are the two main
ones. There is also a mixture of market valuation and depreciated cost, depending on what the purpose is behind getting a valuation done. What we do depends on what the instruction is. “For example, we would go in and inspect the machinery, whether it is a crane, excavator or digger – or even a printing machine or just a general office unit. And then we do the research: try and look for comparable evidence, which is the best market value that you can find. If there isn’t any then we would need to go back to basic principles and look for what a depreciated replacement cost will be.” So far as machinery is concerned, Ditcham adds, the task is slightly different as machinery is not country specific; it can move around. “So we don’t only have to look in the country we are conducting the evaluation in. For example, we work all over the GCC and all over the world, so if we are evaluating machinery in the UAE, we can get information from other areas so that we are able to provide the correct valuation.” Traditionally not a market to be known as one that is big on global practices such as machinery valuation, the Middle East has still taken to the practice in a larger way than some might expect, Ditcham feels, and new demands for transparency as well as adherence to global practices
19 “We advise a company on the best way of disposing its assets. We go in, we provide valuations, we advise the company about the assets it needs to hold on to and the assets it makes more sense to get rid of. We can then advise on which market is best to dispose off the assets”
and regulations are only increasing the demand for valuations. “Machinery valuation has existed in the Middle East market for quite some time,” he says. “Things are becoming far more transparent as dealings become more globalised and as banking requirements stipulate new needs. Therefore, we are now seeing an increase in the amount of work that we do. Obviously in Europe and North America machinery valuation is a very well established practice, but we find that in this region, as more regulations come in, the more valuation is required.” Another factor that is influencing the uptick in demand for machinery valuations is the current economic climate in the region and the need for contractors, builders and fleet owners to run leaner fiscal operations. “Previously, a lot of companies would just buy equipment and discard it when not required. The traditional line of thought was that given the harsher environment in this region, most equipment wouldn’t even last too long. But even when the equipment did last, trying to monetise the residual value of the fleet was not
Newly appointed as Cavendish Maxwell’s partner and head of machinery and business assets in Dubai, Patrick Ditcham expects a rise in demand for asset valuation.
really something that the region gave a lot of serious and systematic thought to,” Ditcham says. In the grander scheme of things, depending on the company and what money was behind it, sometimes it wasn’t even needed, he adds. “If it was a government-backed organisation, for example an oil & gas company, you often found that the need to sell a used crane to get back $55,000 in residual value, for example, paled into insignificance when compared to the budget at their disposal on the oil and gas field itself. Adding value “Now, however, times are a little different and things are obviously becoming a little more constrained, so profit and loss books are being looked up with far greater scrutiny. They are now looking at where can you make savings, where can you add value, bring in extra capital. And this is where we come in,” Ditcham explains. Speaking about one role of Cavendish Maxwell’s machinery valuation services, he adds: “We advise a company on the best way of disposing its assets. We go in, we
provide valuations, we advise the company about the assets it needs to hold on to and the assets it makes more sense to get rid of. We can then advise on which market is best to dispose off the assets, because it is a global market for sellers, not just a local or a regional one.” Ditcham feels that with the local market and the economic conditions being as they are, “we are only just scratching the surface of the amount of work that could be done”. Keeping this in mind, Cavendish Maxwell is geared up to embrace the opportunities of the future and tackle the challenges. “We’ve got a team in place and we are expanding. We’ve just opened an outfit in Oman; we do quite a lot of work out there. We have on-going operations in Iraq, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, where we have multiple jobs at the moment. So there is definitely a need to expand our machinery services. Again, as more regulations come in, and as more transparency is required by global organisations and banks, there’s going to be more reasons for people to have their kit valued. So we definitely see it as an emerging market with a lot of promise. And we are geared up to make the most of it.”
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HEAVY HITTERS JULY 2017
Doosan is one of the few global manufacturers to produce the entire line of heavy earth moving equipment, from excavators and wheel loaders to articulated haulers.
“We believe a first good touch will bring a second chance. Doosan’s emphasis is on more investment in aftersales, as a result of which we provide 100% parts distribution coverage in the entire region from our Parts Distribution Centre in Dubai”
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Can-Doosan attituDe Despite the constraineD economic scenario, the Korean equipment giant is maKing the most of the momentum gaineD from recent stellar performances to builD a soliD platform for the future
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very dark cloud has a silver lining, it is said. And for heavy equipment heavyweight Doosan, that silver lining in the dark clouds of the current slowdown in machinery sales in the Middle East is an increase in market share. Despite the constraints of the times, the Korean company’s Middle East arm has managed to improve on its market performance in the past 18 months, says Woohyun Kim, Doosan Infracore’s ’s head of sales, Middle East, for its heavy equipment range. In a chat with CMME in the first half of last year, Kim had pegged Doosan’s market share in the region at 14%, quite a healthy presence given the stiff competition and the global giants who are in the fray for a slice of what is evidently a smaller pie than it once was. Right now, though, that number looks even better. “Up to April, 2017, Doosan’s market share has been grown to over 15%,” Kim tells CMME. “This is mainly the outcome of strengthening our aftersales value to the market and customers. We are strong in almost all GCC countries now and widening our presence with a single strategic approach across the region.” That single strategic approach encompasses Doosan’s range of excavators, wheeled loaders and other equipment segments, and Kim adds: “Most of these segments are well positioned in the region and have provided us a mixed growth and market share performance.” In fact, the only machinery segment that has not been so rosy for the compnay is the articluated dump truck. “Due to a big decline in the market for articulated dump trucks, aloost all brands have done
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HEAVY HITTERS JULY 2017
little or no sales of the product these days,” Kim explains. However, other equipment classes tell another story for the company. “We have been maintaining our position at the top end of the market in the region for quite some time now. There have been periodic ups and downs in the Middle East market during our long association with it, but we have always managed to retain our customers and gain new ones… despite the market underperforming, we were able to hold our own in the region. “We actually improved our market share in the Middle East and were in the top-two in several categories. We are currently keeping up the pace this year that we have built up over the past few years.” Tough times demand tough measures, however, and so Doosan re-thought its priorities for 2016 and this year. These past few years have been a struggle for everyone in the market due to the sudden drop in demand, Kim says. “Our main aim for 2016 was to hold on to the market share we have already achieved and focus more on customer care,” he says, revealing a strategy that has paid rich dividends for the Koreans, actually increasing their market share. Investment in after-sales As per its priorities, Doosan has dedicated considerable time and attention to ramping up its aftersales and support game and Kim believes it’s the behind-the-scenes work that retains customers. “It has been found that our strength of performance, quality and reliability are enough to go against any other brand, and we can position ourselves as premium after adding the special value of aftersales onto our sales strategy. This ties in with the global spectrum of our brand positioning across all regions, which has led to fast growth worldwide,” he says. “Aftersales is one of our key drivers for sustaining and growing our business in the region. We believe a first good touch will bring a second chance. Doosan’s emphasis is on more investment in aftersales, as a result of which we provide 100% parts distribution coverage in the entire region from Dubai through our Parts Distribution Centre (PDC).” Special customer care programmes are also undertaken by dedicated teams in the UAE and Korea, Kim adds. Doosan opened the PDC in Dubai’s Jebel Ali Free Zone in 2015 to service its key lines across the Middle East and Africa – Bobcat,
DooSAn DElIVERS
success in the region
According to Doosan Bobcat
micro-excavator presented for
EMEA, 2016 saw several
the first time at the exhibition.
big-ticket sales in the wider
The list of new products was
Middle East region. Led by
even more extensive in the
Saudi Arabia, the Korean giant
display of Doosan Heavy
made several deliveries of
machines, which included
heavy equipment throughout
five new wheeled excavators,
the region. The 40 Doosan
two new crawler excavators
machine sold covered all sizes
and two new wheel loaders.
of equipment and included
Among the products
both tracked and wheeled
sold in the Middle East was
excavators, wheel loaders
the 5t DX57W-5 wheeled
and other large equipment.
excavator, which in addition
This follows a great success
to complying with the
for the company at Bauma
latest Stage IIIB emission
last year, where Doosan
regulations, incorporates
saw 150 machines sold on
many new features that
its stand during the show
increase performance,
and a huge number of sales
operator comfort, durability
leads generated for follow-
and fuel efficiency. Also
up after the event. Doosan
selling in the region are
said the international trade
the DX140LC-5 14t and
press conducted over 120
DX140LCR-5 15t crawler
face-to-face interviews
excavators powered by the
at the company’s stand in
Perkins 1204F engine, a
Bauma and a leading German
small engine that combines
publication judged the Doosan
reduced fuel consumption
Bobcat stand among the top-3
with the performance
“must-sees” at the exhibition.
of a larger engine.
Over 100 Bobcat compact
There was also a significant
loaders, compact excavators
number of sales and enquiries
and telehandlers were also
for compressors, generators
sold during Bauma, with the
and lighting systems in the
greatest interest shown in
Doosan Portable Power
the E17, E19 and E20 1-2t
range, which included the
compact excavators as well
new Doosan G400-IIIA
as the prototype of the new
and G500-IIIA Stage IIIA
E10 electrically powered 1t
compliant generators.
23 Doosan Portable Power and Doosan Heavy. The facility stocks inventory worth over $3m in Doosan and Bobcat parts in 1,540sqm of warehouse space, serving 25 dealers in the region. “Our strategy is to cover a big region within 24 hours with parts. Before we had this PDC, we were able to do less than 70% coverage within 24 hours. Now we have increased that by roughly 20%,” Kim notes, meaning that 90% of the MEA region can obtain parts within 24 hours. “Faster delivery means less cost. Dealers will pay only the cost of shipment from Dubai to their country. So Dubai to Oman or Dubai to Saudi is surely less than from a European country to the Middle East. “Staying close to customers is a key factor of success in aftersales, so Doosan and our dealers have put in our efforts on a ‘go to market’ strategy to increase access to customers and job-sites within 24 hours.”
“We have been customising our products for the Middle East’s harsh conditions by fitting heavy-duty components, as well as improving engine reliability by including upgraded filters as standard”
Desert package And faster delivery is what is required given the increasing uptake of Doosan products in the region. Kim attributes the brand’s stellar performance in the Middle East over the past few years to the customisation that Doosan products undergo before being sold here. “All our markets have been developed and upgraded with additional configurations and performance enhancements every year. The main strengths of our line are reliability, productivity and durability. “We have been customising our products for the Middle East’s harsh conditions by fitting heavy-duty components, as well as improving engine reliability by including upgraded filters as standard. With over 50 years of experience, Doosan brings the latest technologies to the customisation,” Kim says. For the Middle East, Doosan provides what it calls its ‘desert package’. This is a one-stop resolution of the issues that equipment can face in this particular geography. Machines are equipped with different oil and air filters, stronger frames and modified engines to withstand the rigours of operating in a region where conditions can get really extreme. With so much attention to detail lavished on the Middle East market Doosan is cautiously optimistic for the future. Speaking about the future, Kim says: “As the market’s going now, it looks like it will stay tough for a while. Under the circumstances, it is more important to satisfy Doosan’s existing customers and fulfil their requirements in order to drive our brand to an even higher position in the market.
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The latest releases from the world of construction machinery.
30_PackiNg a PuNch Small it may be but the skid steer loader is proving a hit even in these lean times.
36_WheeLed caTs Cat’s M315D2 and M317D2 wheeled excavators provide powerful and versatile digging options.
40_WackeR’s WORLd Wacker Neuson invites dealers and customers to new R&D centre.
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cASE ROLLS in nEW SMALL-fRAME cOMPActORS Why get it? cOmbINaTION VIbRaTORY ROllERs DElIVER smOOTH fINIsH fOR smallTO mID-sIzE paVING applIcaTIONs.
SDLG LAunchES nEW GRADERS in thE MiDDLE EASt Why get it? VaRIablE HORsEpOWER mODEls pROVIDE mORE GRaDING cONTROl aND ImpROVE fUEl EffIcIENcY Chinese construction equipment heavyweight SDLG has launched variable horsepower versions of two of its popular motor graders for Middle Eastern and African markets. The Volvo CE-owned company said that the new G9190 and G9220 VHP (automatic variable horsepower) motor graders provide an automatic mode for transmission, allowing operators to shift seamlessly between manual to automatic transmission. This gives them greater control over the grading process while optimising fuel efficiency. “The new VHP models give the operator greater control over the grading process, with the freedom to shift from manual to automatic transmission when they choose,” says Shahir El Essawy, SDLG’s business manager for Hub South. “They are also fitted with a piston pump hydraulic system that always delivers the optimum oil flow to the hydraulic functions, regardless of engine speed. In this way, VHP allows the operator to concentrate on grading with greater precision for superior results, while the machine focuses on being more fuel-efficient.” The standard versions of the G9190 and G9220 motor graders were launched
in 2015 and have been well-received in the market, SDLG added. Just last year, SDLG sold 28 G9220s to a Saudi Arabian customer to facilitate a largescale road maintenance initiative. Among the features of the G9190 is a blade width of 3.96m with a blade pull of 9,990kg, while the G9220 has a blade width of 4.26m with a blade pull of 10,530kg. SDLG’s circle drive system comes with three support shoes and nongreasing slide bushings for better grading and easier maintenance. SDLG graders also feature an asymmetric drawbar ball stud that can be rotated 180-degrees to keep the drawbar in horizontal level position to aid fine grading. The cab is designed to offer all-round visibility, with industry-standard controls and air conditioning as standard. SDLG adds that maintenance access is improved with large side and rear doors, while greasing points have been made easily accessible for efficient daily maintenance. “We are always looking for new ways to help our customers get the most out of their equipment,” says El Essawy. “By taking some of our most popular machines and improving fuel-efficiency and operator control, we are demonstrating our continued commitment to those customers.” SPECIFICATIONS
sDlG G9190 & G9220 Blade pull: 9.9t & 10.5t Blade width: 3.96m & 4.26m Drawbar rotation: 180-degrees Engine type: Variable horsepower (VHP)
Case Construction Equipment has introduced two new models in its road machinery line-up - the new DV23CC and DV26CC combination vibratory rollers. The new vibratory rollers compact with the front drum and deliver a smooth finish with rear pneumatic tires. An inline drum with tapered edge and high curb clearance offers precision compaction capabilities in tight spaces. Adjustable scrapers, an automatic vibration control system and a pressurised water system ensure a smooth, clean finish in a variety of asphalt applications. With operating weights of 2,150kg and 2,229kg pounds, and drum width of 1.1m and 1.2m respectively, the DV23CC and DV26CC are ideal for walkways, residential driveways, bike paths, tennis courts, small parking lots and other small- to mid-size applications. The DV Series combines a compact size, and excellent manoeuvrability and visibility with the same control features found in many larger asphalt rollers. The DV23CC and DV26CC rollers feature a tapered inline drum in combination with rear pneumatic tyres and high curb clearance, delivering a smooth asphalt finish right up to high curbs and other tight areas. DV Series compactors improve compaction times with a tighter turn radius, and an inline tapered drum reduces asphalt tearing when compacting around curves. A 31.5hp engine delivers high centrifugal forces and frequencies at lower RPMs, making the machine more fuel efficient.
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NEW RELEASES JULY 2017
KOMAtSu’S nEW RiGiD hEAvy hAuLERS Why get it? HIGH paYlOaD capacITIEs, sTaNDaRD TRacTION cONTROl aND aUTOmaTIc DOWNHIll spEED sElEcTION Komatsu has added new heavy haulers to its dump trucks line-up with the addition of the HD325-8 and HD405-8 rigid-frame haulers, which replace the Dash-7 models. The two new models have payload capacities of 40.3t and 44.1t respectively and maximum gross vehicle weights of approximately 70.7t and 77.5t. The trucks use Komatsu’s 514hp Tier 4-Final engine, returning fuel savings estimated to be as high as 9% for the HD-325-8 and 6% for the HD405-8 when compared with the Dash-7 models. Exhaust-emissions controls include a hydraulically actuated exhaust-gasrecirculation system, variable-geometry turbocharger and a selective-catalyticreduction system. A Komatsu diesel particulate filter features more than 98% passive regeneration causing no interference with machine operation and requiring no action from the operator. Two engine modes of Power and Economy allow operators to optimise performance and an auto-idle shutdown save fuel by reducing idle time. Standard equipment includes the Komatsu traction-control system that automatically applies independent brake assemblies for optimum traction as ground conditions change. The system operates without differential lock-up and Komatsu claims that “steering performance is not compromised”.
The HD405-8 features larger 21.00 R33 standard tyres replacing the previously used 18.00 R33 ones. Other new features include a fast-fill fuel system and a redesigned cab with 7-inch LCD display, rearview monitor, heated/ ventilated air-suspension seat, auxiliary jack and two 12-volt ports, and a sound rating of 78 dB(A). The company’s Komtrax telematics system and monitor provide key machine metrics, including particulate-filter status and fuel consumption. Performance information can be collected and sorted by operator ID. For safer ingress and egress, new angled front access stairs with handrails are standard for both sides of the machines. MacPherson struts take care of the front suspension, providing a tight turning radius, while the entire suspension system is a hydropneumatic one. Komatsu’s Advanced Transmission with Optimum Modulation Control System (K-ATOMiCS) adjusts shifting performance to match demand, resulting in a more comfortable ride and reduced material spillage. The vehicles automatically maintain a selected downhill travel speed with the Automatic Retard Speed Control (ARSC), instead of using engine RPM for the purpose, as previous models did. Komatsu’s integrated payload meter (PLM) data is available on the machine monitor and remotely via the web, while a new groundlevel accessible battery box aids maintenance. SPECIFICATIONS
KOmaTsU HD325-8 & HD405-8 Payload: 40.3t & 44.1t Engine power: 514hp Gross vehicle weight: 70.7t & 77.5t Sound rating: 78 dB(A)
LiuGOnG RinGS in A 922E ScOOPER Why get it? NExT GENERaTION cRaWlER ExcaVaTOR WITH aDDITIONal pOWER, cONTROl aND OpERaTING EffIcIENcIEs Chinese biggie LiuGong has improved operating efficiency by a total of 10% while reducing fuel consumption by 18% in its new E-series excavators, spearheaded by the new 922E. The 922E’s automatic power boost mode increases digging force by up to 10% for 10 second intervals, giving the operator an on-demand boost. The no-time-limit heavy lift system enables the operator to increase pressure to build force and reduce hydraulic flow to the attachment, while reducing speed, for added control during lifting operations. An automatic boom descend regeneration system allows the boom to descend faster, increasing productivity while lowering fuel consumption. In severe terrain and weather conditions, a cold weather auxiliary starting system and a high elevation power compensation system combine to extend operating ranges and productivity. A unique multi-working mode selection system enables the operator to match excavator performance closely to the type of job required – from extra power or lifting configurations to attachment modes, including bi-directional control to the fuel saving economy mode, all of which optimise the machine performance to the job of the day. A Cummins QSB6.7 diesel engine rated at 127kW powers the excavator, delivering extra power for extra tough duties, while reducing fuel consumption and emissions. The 922E also features an automatic idle function, which reduces engine rpm after just five seconds when the machine is at rest, significantly reducing fuel consumption and engine wear.
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hAuLOttE bRinGS in itS nEW hA26 RAnGE Why get it? ENHaNcED safETY fEaTUREs aND GREaTER EcONOmY IN OpERaTIONs Powered access specialist Haulotte has introduced its HA26 range of articulating booms, which build on the same design, architecture and performance levels of its successful HA16 and HA20 ranges and also incorporate features such as the ACTIV’Lighting System and STOP Emission System. Haulotte says the HA26 range has been designed to meet the expectations of operators in terms of performance and ensure a costeffective investment for rental companies. Loading and unloading the boom on a truck is always a delicate procedure, and even more so in conditions of limited visibility. To simplify this procedure while enhancing user safety, Haulotte has developed the ACTIV’Lighting System-Safe Load lighting
system. Located at several points around the machine, this lighting system illuminates controls and the area around the boom. To prevent risks, particularly crushing risks, and protect operators, the HA26 range is equipped with the Haulotte ACTIV’Shield Bar 2.0. The system is now fully incorporated into the upper control protection cover for better ergonomics and enhanced robustness. Thanks to push forward principle bar, which provides a “safety gap”, workers are protected from any risk of crushing without compromising productivity. The HA26 boom range offers a working height of 26.4m and an up-and-over clearance of 9.3m to overcome obstacles with ease. A horizontal outreach of 17.5m enables easy operation in hard-to-reach areas. Due to machine weight limits, users cannot always load all of their equipment at once. The HA26 range addresses this issue by including a 250kg/350kg dual load capacity as an option. In
350kg mode, the platform can accommodate an extra 40% of equipment by weight. The HA26 range is also equipped for allterrain service, thanks to an oscillating axle for superior ground adhesion, hydraulic differential wheel lock to effectively distribute power to the wheels, high ground clearance to get over obstacles, a smaller turning radius and a well-dimensioned frame to manoeuvre in confined spaces, and gradeability up to 45%. When operators are working at height, the engine often runs for no reason, resulting in the hourmeter counting hours unnecessarily. That is why the HA26 range has a STOP Emission System that automatically stops and restarts the engine. SPECIFICATIONS
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MOrE brEaks Once a shift starts, make sure operators have frequent breaks to restore their energy, which can be depleted easily in sapping heat. Tired workers are unable to concentrate, so work more slowly and less efficiently. Mistakes can go up while safety standards go down endangering men and machines. Mitigate this by scheduling extra breaks.
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PrE-shifT rEMiNdEr Start a shift with a staff meeting where safety plans are outlined, site conditions are noted and the team is reminded about potential hazards. Bringing the potential harmful effects of the heat and heat exhaustion to the top of everyone’s recollection before a shirt begins can keep the team prepared to manage heat-related issues.
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rEPlacE MEN wiTh MachiNEs There can be substantial gains in efficiency when substituting machine power for manpower wherever possible in the hot part of the year. A machine is faster and safer than a human, especially in the heat, so go in now for that new equipment you’ve been eyeing. Also consider labour-saving options for existing equipment, such as new attachments and machine controls.
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chEck cOOlaNTs Ensure your equipment is topped up with the proper manufacturerrecommended coolant. Inspect the coolant lines, seals and hoses, and replace old or worn parts. Also make sure the coolant hasn’t been adulterated with added liquids by using a strip test.
chEck TyrEs As the heat increase, tyre pressure becomes even more important. This is because the air inside tyres expands when heated and an overinflated tyre can burst from the pressure. Rubber also wears faster in summer. Monitor tyre pressure more often and also check tyre condition, changing worn out tyres.
air cONdiTiONiNg Equipment with air-conditioned cabs are essential for optimum productivity in the Middle Eastern summer- and not a luxury the workers can do without. Provide portable units to your operators if any machine in your fleet don’t have air conditioning. This will cut down on idle time, since operators won’t have to keep engines running to stay cool. Also check the filters of your in-cab ACs and ensure proper functioning.
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MaiNTENaNcE The hot months places extra stress on machines, which could make engines fail more often. Follow maintenance schedules and make sure every part of your equipment is working properly if you want it perform with full power in high temperatures.
08 sTick TO ThE rulEs All countries in the region have restriction in place for when the mercury rises above a set limit and also have rules for midday breaks. Adhere to these rules for the safety of your staff and remember that local authorities can impose heavy fines for flouting these rules, even using drones to monitor work-sites.
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Packing a Punch
The small and compacT skid sTeer loader is a common sighT aT job siTes across The region. iTs biggesT exponenTs Tell CMME how They provide value To owners and whaT makes iT one of The mosT popular equipmenT caTegories in The gcc
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ost market watchers in the construction and equipment industry in the Middle East will tell you that the sector could be in better health than it is now. As we at CMME towers seldom fail not to note these days, the sector seems to be in the throes of a prolonged slump. But ask the appropriate people and they will say: slump, what slump? To add a twist to the age-old adage, there are some who are making hay while the clouds block the sunshine. One such entity is Bobcat, the compact equipment specialist. Mention the word Bobcat to the general lay person in the Middle East, especially the GCC, and the instant image that is conjured up is of a skid steer loader. In fact, so ubiquitous is the Bobcat skid steer in the region, that the brand has become the generic name for the sector. In the words of Gaby Rhayem, regional director Middle East and Africa for Bobcat at Doosan Infracore Construction Equipment: “We often have people bringing in their skid steers of other brands to our workshops, saying ‘can you repair my Bobcat?’ That is our brand recall and it has come through years of providing great skid steer loaders and market-leading service.” Rhayem says that so far as Bobcat’s loaders are concerned, the downturn has been a boon of sorts. “When the market is tough, people flock to quality. Bobcat is a benchmark in the market and we are seeing our sales being driven by the fact that our quality products enjoy excellent resale value and therefore return on investment, which is something a buyer is more concerned about when conditions are tight.” In fact, Bobcat has now cornered around 52% of market share in the skid-steer segment, Rhayem says, quoting figures provided by the Association of European Manufacturers (AEM), up from 46% at
around the same time last year. The skid-steer loader is a multipurpose machine, which is always an asset, and it brings important versatility to job-sites, whether being used to move construction materials or waste, or engaged in the build by placing construction elements onto a building. New launches and innovations from many of the major manufacturers are boosting customer options, increasing productivity with new features as well as concentrating on safety. Bobcat has a track record of selling more than a million skid steers and last year celebrated the production of its 20,000th skid steer loader at its factory outside Prague. Given the wide range of functions that a skid steer loader can perform, there’s a natural fit with Bobcat’s compact loader range, described as the Swiss Army knife of a construction site. Its skid steer loader offering was bolstered with the recent release of new models and the new versions of Bobcat’s immensely popular S130 – the S410. Rhayem says the new models have been well received by the market, with high sales volumes. “Our dealers are more than ever very committed to the skid steer loader business, and the machines sold and delivered to their customers have provided high performance and satisfaction for end users. It was a tough act to follow to replace the ever popular S130, but our new S410 has
31 Synonymous with skid steers, Bobcat’s S450, which replaced its hugely popular S130, has quickly become a regional favourite with its updated features.
“With its quality, versatility and all-round features, no one is proposing an equivalent in the market today… because today we at Bobcat are providing complete solutions to our customers, not just a machine”
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pushed the bar even higher,” he adds. Customers are mainly working in construction, building and rental, says Rhayem, with skid steer loaders used for building houses, villas, flats and offices. The landscaping and industrial sectors are also heavy users. “Landscaping is considered as the main growth sector after construction in the GCC. Rental follows closely after landscaping. The industrial segment is also a growing sector where skid steer loaders are used.” Over at Caterpillar, the skid steer loader is one of the most important pieces of equipment, despite the American giant being known for its large machines. Speaking about its significance, Mamoun Mutair, product manager, Building Construction & Paving, at Mohamed Abdulrahman Al-Bahar, Cat’s dealer for the GCC region, says: “Skid steer loaders are considered to be among the top five popular equipment categories in the GCC, where it is favoured and has attracted many different type of contractors. “Based on the type of projects and applications, there exists high demand for skid steer loaders, in the GCC region. The most general application for which skid steers are used is building construction. These projects and related jobs, drive the need for a small machine on the site that can do many different jobs and fit a wide
variety of applications. “The skid steer loader segment is considered as one of the most imperative products for both Al-Bahar and Caterpillar. This product family is crucial for customers with businesses of all sizes - large, medium, and small.” Versatile favourites At Case Construction Equipment, it’s the SR130 and SR150 that are the market favourites, says Zane Barnard, construction product specialist at CNH Industrial, the parent company of the Case brand. “These two machines are our generalists,” explains Barnard. “The other machines in our nine-model line-up are bigger and meant for specialised jobs. These two, however, are popular for their versatility. Skid steers are tool carriers and can do a lot of jobs with a variety of attachments. So when a customer wants a cold planer or some other special application, he will opt for a bigger skid steer from us, which will have higher hydraulic flows, for example. We provide a solution for a wide array of uses that he may have with 3,000 different attachments.” Case’s skid steer attachments are also universal, and can be coupled to loaders of other brands, Barnard adds. But the brand’s own loaders are among the most popular in the market and are easily among the top
“The track loader 239D has already achieved good market figures owing to the trust our customers have in all Caterpillar products and machines. The quality and reliability of Caterpillar contributes highly towards the success of any new Cat product”
case sr130 & sr150
popular runabouTs For Case Construction Equipment,
1.3t. The SR150 also has a more
the SR150 is the staple of its
powerful engine, providing 60hp of
skid steer loader line-up in the
maximum power at a low 2800rpm,
region. Along with the SR130 it
while the SR130 offers 49hp of peak
makes up the two most popular
power at the same revolutions.
models in Case’s line-up.
Peak torque is 143Nm and 171Nm
“These are general purpose
respectively at an even lower
machines that score on versatility,”
1800rpm. A low range travel speed
says Case’s Zane Barnard. “With
of 12.7kmh is standard on both
the SR150 and SR130, users get
models, while a high range option
machines that can perform various
offers increased ground velocity.
tasks on the job site and give a
“These two models are our best
great return on investment.”
sellers in the Middle East. They are a
Both machines are able
common sight at many construction
to support a plethora of
sites in the region,” says Barnard.
attachments, from hammers
Both machines come with all the
and cement mixers to dozer
other hallmark features of Case skid
blades and broom buckets,
steers. A convenient cab tilt feature
apart from a collection of loader
provides access to the hydraulic
buckets of various sizes.
and transmission components
While the SR130 is the smaller
and easy serviceability is assured
of the duo, offering a tipping
by Case’s design of grouping the
load of 1.1t, the larger SR150
daily service points together, along
has a tipping load capacity of
with remote mounted filters.
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BoBcat s450
The new champion Bobcat’s S450 skid steer is
or the Selectable Joystick
less than five feet wide and
Controls. The hydraulic
designed to work on tight
performance is 3,300psi,
jobsites. There is a 20%
which provides a 22% increase
increase in auxiliary hydraulic
in attachment performance.
pressure when compared
long-life hydraulic filter that
as well as a non-diesel
lasts up to 1,000 hours —
particulate filter engine. The
500 hours longer than the
49hp machine replaces the
S130. A specifically designed
K-Series S130 skid steer.
rear bumper on the S450
Featuring a radius-lift path, the S450 has an optional two-speed drive with a top
advantages, elevating it to an altogether different level.” Busy year Volvo CE had a busy year with its skid steer loaders, starting with the compact MC 115C – it has a load capacity of 2.5t and a maximum lift height of 5.6m, powered by a hydrostatic drive – followed by two larger machines, the MC 60C and MC 70C. With maximum lift heights of 13.85m and 17m respectively, the MC machines were designed to meet the requirements of rental fleets, with low operating costs, simple maintenance, reliability, durability and ease of operation. Both models use a 3.6-litre engine with output of 74kW, coupled with a 3F/3R power-shift transmission. They feature permanent four-wheel drive and use a limited-slip differential in the front axle to ensure traction over rough terrain. Dual-axle braking via large oil-immersed disc brakes provides the stopping power, and the front brakes also serve as the parking brake, ensuring reliability compared with an external parking brake exposed to the
extends past the tailgate to protect it from obstacles. According to Bobcat’s
speed of 6.5mph in low range
Gaby Rhayem: “The S450 is
and 9.2mph in high range.
the best-selling skid steer
The 1.8l engine in the
loader by far in the entire
S450 features a non-DPF
Middle East. In this it follows
engine solution. The new
the footsteps of the model it
engine has increased torque,
replaces, the S130, which was
which is produced over a
also the runaway best seller
wide range of engine rpm.
in the region. In fact, such
Air conditioning is now
was the S130’s popularity
an option for the S450, as
that when we introduced
well as the optional deluxe
the S450 as its replacement,
instrumentation panel, which
our customers complained
monitors loader functions,
that they wanted their
including fuel consumption
favourite machine back.
and keyless start.
three machine categories for Case in the Middle East market. Meanwhile, for Caterpillar, the models that are most popular are the 216B3 and 226B3. In the words of Mutair: “Our champion models are the Cat 216B3 and Cat 226B3. At Al-Bahar, we offer a wide range of skid steer loaders with different operating weights, starting from 216B3 with 2.58t up to the 289D with 4.77t. The need for these machines differs based on the application and customer requirements. Most of these models have engine and tier differences, when compared to the same models offered by Caterpillar in other global regions, like Europe or the US. For example, in-order to meet the emission regulations of some regions, the product offers differing features. Such changes are labelled as product adaptation.” However, regardless of the region, the same Caterpillar DNA is present in every machine Al-Bahar offers and Cat’s advanced features are another draw for customers. According to Mutair: “The unique and very competitive features of Cat skid steer loaders, such as the hydraulic joystick and single foot throttle, alongside customer benefits like comfort, ease of operation and versatility, give this product range all the competitive
The S450 also features a
to its predecessor, the S130,
S450 owners may
“Now, though, they have understood that the S450
choose between standard
is an even better machine
foot pedal and hand lever
and it has shot right to
hydraulic controls, the
the top of the best-sellers
Advanced Control System
list, where it belongs.”
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caterpillar 216B3 & 226B3
a caT among The sTeers
Upgraded from the B-Series 2,
construction and utility to
Caterpillar’s 216B3 and 226B3
cleaning and landscaping.
radial-lift skid steers are at the
The 47hp 216B3 has a 680kg
smaller end of its compact
operating load and a 2.5t
loader model range. Their
operating weight. A 16gpm of
utility at job sites, however,
hydraulic flow aids in providing
is anything but small.
fast and accurate responses.
The models start from
The 226B3, meanwhile, is a
a 2.58t capacity and each
56hp machine, providing a
boasts a redesigned dead-
rated operating load of 725kg
engine lower valve providing
and an operating weight
what Cat calls an easier-to-
of 2.6t. It has an even more
move, more-positive means
enhanced hydraulic flow over
of lowering the lift arms. A
its smaller stablemate, with
lever-action handle working
27gpm. The operating weights
directly on the hydraulic
of both models increase by
relief valve replaces the
around 45kg with the optional
long cable and pull-type
counterweights added.
knob used on predecessor
By matching engine
models to activate the safety
torque with the needs of
system. Other B-Series 3
the hydrostatic drive and
enhancements include
implement systems, a
a new single electronic
load-sensing feature keeps
control module – relocated
the engines from stalling
to the back of the cab
even during part-throttle
– enabling automatic
operation, says Caterpillar.
glow-plug activation,
The single electronic control
expanded diagnostics and
module for the two skid steers
use of an optional on-
includes, for the 226B3 model,
demand cooling fan.
automatic activation of the
The versatile 216B3 and
optional high-flow auxiliary
226B3 are widely used in jobs
hydraulic system when a
and projects ranging from
high-flow tool is connected.
elements. The hydraulic system in the GC models uses a robust gear pump, and the system’s flow-sharing main valve provides smooth control of three simultaneous operations. The hydraulic functions are fully proportional and controlled with a single joystick. Not to be outdone, Caterpillar has also brought in new machines to the GCC region, led by the 239D track loader model. “We have introduced a new model, namely the track loader 239D. This model is considered under the skid steer product family and has already achieved good market figures owing to the trust our customers have in all our Cat products and machines. The confidence that Cat product users exude on the quality and reliability of Cat products contributes highly towards the success of any new Cat product,” says Al-Bahar’s Mutair. “Cat skid steer loaders are among the market leaders in this industry. Talking about 2016, we have had a noticeable market penetration by gaining customer trust and managing to build a ‘repeat buyers’ culture. We are expecting to maintain and excel our aggressive success for 2017 and the future with our continuous efforts to build business relationships with our customers,” he adds. Cat’s 216B3 and 226B3 models are also sitting at the top of the best-sellers’ list in the region - and for more than one reason, according to Al-Bahar. Starting from unique features of the machine, which differentiates it from other brands in its range, this versatile machine is widely used in different job site applications and contracting projects, including construction, utility, cleaning, landscaping and many others. The growing demand of such jobs has increased the need of this product family among most of the contractors in this region, says Mutair. Safety in operation Safety is a major concern for skid-steer loader operation, as is always the case when using machinery to work at height or lift loads. But the issue of safety shouldn’t be seen in isolation, or taken out of the productivity equation, since workers using an unproductive machine may push it to the edge of its safe working parameters in order to get the job done faster, increasing the risk of accident. One scenario is when a machine is not correctly aligned with an opening, which may only become evident once the boom
is extended. Volvo CE has a solution for this in its skid-steer range, with many of its machines equipped with an integral sideshift mechanism that allows the boom to move laterally. On its MC skid-steer range, this allows for side movement of plus or minus 435mm. This allows precise positioning of loads, useful when stacking objects or lowering construction elements such as frames into place, as well as for loading material into a narrow space, such as an opening on a higher floor during the construction of a building. The system functions with or without stabilisers. Other features on the MC range include frame levelling hydraulically operated from the cab, and front stabilisers independently controlled with automatic lock when the boom exceeds the preset safety angle. Transmission is hydrostatic, with an electronically controlled variable displacement pump. The machine has four drive/steer wheels, with automatic wheel synchronisation in the event of any misalignment, and selection of three steering modes from the cab. Another important feature in the success of any machine, not only the skid steers, is the level of service back up and support that
35 is provided by the manufacturer and local dealer combine. For a machine that works as hard and as regularly as the skid steer, proper and timely maintenance is vital for maximizing uptime. And this is where an established outfit like Al-Bahar scores, using its long presence in the market to good effect in providing realiable support to its customers. “The high and quick availability of parts along with comprehensive support offered to the customers differentiates Cat products from others. The strong after sales support, including product servicing and training given to our customers on how to optimally operate the machine, along with the unique features of Cat skid steer loaders, sets us apart from competition,” says Mutair. In combination with Caterpillar’s wellknown quality, Al-Bahar’s back-up is a combination that has put Cat skid steers at the forefront of the market, ensuring that customers continually sing its praises. “Al-Bahar has skid steer customers across the GCC, and the voice of customers, particularly the operators, has been very positive. The most common feedback has been – ‘Cat skid steer loaders are the most comfortable and easy to operate machines’,” signs off Mutair.
Volvo continues to be one of the most preferred brands in the Middle East’s skid steer sector, with its MC115C being one of the most popular models.
BoBcat t590
on The righT Track Bobcat calls the T590 tracked loader a machine for every
layer – among other jobs. The machine has a high
application. The company
lifting force and large pushing
recently demonstrated the
capabilities, along with a high-
machine at a job site in Dubai’s
torque motor to power it.
Business Bay area, where it
“Serviceability is a key factor
proved its utility. According to
for all contractors, and the
Gaby Rhayem, the T590 won
T590’s transverse engine is
instant fans at the job site.
very easy to access and all the
“No one is proposing an
features and access points
equivalent in the market today
are just in front of you. The
to the T590,” says Rhayem.
machine is absolutely designed
“This is our best-seller in the
to be quickly serviced and go
UAE and it is not just a machine
back to the job site to make
but a complete solution,
money. That’s what contractors
because today we at Bobcat
want,” Rhayem adds.
are providing solutions to our customers, not just a machine.” That solution includes a
“It’s perfect because of its compact size and the fact that its soft underfoot. So once a
range of attachments that is
project is well-underway, you
second to none in the market
can still bring this machine on
and enables each T590 to
the site and it will not damage
be a loader, digger, carrier,
the ground or built-up areas,
breaker, mixer, cleaner, cutter,
unlike larger machines. So
grader, planer and road
it’s first in and last out.”
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Cat’s wheeled powerhouses
As wheeled excAvAtors gAin trAction in the region, cAterpillAr’s newly updAted M315d2 And M317d2 AssuMe greAter iMportAnce by offering powerful And highly Mobile digging options in A versAtile pAckAge
I
f you want to know where a country or market stands in terms of the maturity of its construction market, take a look at the equipment that sells in it. While markets that are still in the process of building things up from scratch have more need for the heavier stuff such as tracked excavators, those that have reached a certain stage of maturity see the market opening up for equipment such as wheeled excavators, suitable for operation in built-up environments. This is pretty much the case in the Middle East, as far as Caterpillar’s M315D2 and M317D2 wheeled excavators are concerned. The Cat M315 and M317 wheeled excavators have earned a solid reputation worldwide for reliable performance, long-term durability, versatility, fuel efficiency, low operating costs and easy maintenance. Keeping this reputation and the machines’ consequent popularity in mind, Cat took the product forward with its new D2 Series models (M315D2 and M317D2), building on the existing reputation with a more robust fuel-injection system, versatile front-linkage configurations, expanded work-tool capability and new operator comfort features. The move aims to provide a better and improved machine for wheeled excavator users while still retaining the familiar feel, features and quality of the tried and tested M315 and M317. Speaking to CMME about the region’s wheeled excavator market, Carole Berger, Cat Wheeled and Small Excavator Product specialist, says: “Tracked excavators may be the most used excavators in the Middle East/GCC region due to the nature of the application and ground conditions there, but wheeled excavators are making good inroads as well. Tracked excavators are used in heavy applications with severe underfoot conditions.” “However, the region is now a more mature market where a lot of buildings and roads
37 Caterpillar’s newlyupdated wheeled excavators offer the region a versatile package of mobility and digging force, reducing travel time and moving material on-site.
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have been built. Some projects have moved to a more maintenance and renovation phase. That’s the reason why wheeled excavators are gaining in popularity. Wheeled excavators are the perfect equipment to work in urban environments without damaging the asphalt. Velocity and mobility are the key benefits of these wheeled excavators, as the machines can travel independently between job-sites at high speeds of up to 37km/h, reducing travel time and transportation costs as well as moving material on-site.” More and more contractors are adding wheeled excavators to their fleet in the region, Berger says, and Cat is quite often their preferred choice. Caterpillar’s strategy to have a full range of wheeled excavators specifically designed for the Middle East/GCC is proving popular with customers, and the
M315D2 and M317D2 tie in nicely with that strategy, she adds. “Caterpillar is among the most popular brands in the GCC region when it comes to demand for wheeled excavators for jobs such as road and airport maintenance, sewer and water applications, and material transportation on job-sites. This is apart from its application in core construction activities such as in roads and buildings,” says Berger. Some of the features that make the M315D2 and M317D2 perfectly suited to the region’s market are their powerful and refined engines, their flexibility and versatility, Caterpillar’s traditional robust build quality, easy serviceability and operator comfort, Caterpillar claims. The new Cat C4.4 ACERT engine meets US EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA emission standards,
The Caterpillar M315D2 and M317D2 models offer high bucket capacities, great digging depth and the ability to travel at up to 37km/h between and within job sites.
ROllER SCOOpERS
tech specs M315D2
M317D2
Engine
Cat C4.4 ACERT
Cat C4.4 ACERT
Net Power ISO14396 (hp/kW)
147/108
147/108
Operating Mass (kg)
13,500 to 15,200
15,300 to 17,500
Max. Dig Depth (mm)
5,300
6,090
Typical Bucket Capacity (m³)
0.6
0.8
Max. Speed (kph)
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while delivering the same power and fuel economy as predecessor engines in both working and travelling modes. The C4.4 ACERT also contributes to reliability with a fuel system designed to manage worldwide fuel quality. A primary fuel filter/water separator features a water-in-fuel switch that indicates when draining is required, thus reducing the risk of fuel-system contamination. An additional secondary fuel filter has been added to further enhance filtration capability. Cat wheeled excavators are versatile by nature and capable of working on prepared surfaces or off-road, says the company, and the M315D2 and M317D2 can travel independently between job-sites at high speeds of up to 37km/h, reducing travel time and transportation costs. The new models also serve as utility machines for moving material on-site. Two stick options are available for each model, and a one-piece boom provides easy operation in all applications, whether loading trucks, working close to the machine against the blade, or in situations requiring maximum digging depth and reach. The variable adjustable (VA) boom is designed to improve right-side visibility and roading balance, as well as facilitate working in tight quarters or lifting
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“Velocity and mobility are the key benefits of these wheeled excavators, as the machines can travel independently between job sites at high speeds of up to 37km/h, reducing travel time and transportation costs, as well as moving material on-site” heavy loads. For dozing capability, the new models are available with a radial blade, and available outriggers enhance stability. Cat attachments are designed to function as an integral part of the excavator and are performance-matched to Cat machines. The new wheeled excavators are available with a wide range of attachments, including quick couplers, specialised buckets, hammers, multi-grapples, compactors and shears. “The M315D2 and M317D2 offer the best solution whenever there is a need for a powerful and mobile machine, able to work on all ground conditions, whether dirt or roads,” says Berger. “The dedicated swing pump maximises swing performance without reducing flow and power to the other hydraulic functions, resulting in smoother combined movements and lower fuel consumption. Our design allows our customers to be more productive and more cost-efficient with our 17t wheeled excavators.” Operator comfort The operator station is spacious and comfortable, offering several seat options, including heated cushions and automatic weight adjustment. Automatic air conditioning is standard, while the design
also incorporates low sound levels and an ergonomic control layout for ease of operation. Large glass areas provide optimum visibility, and lighting packages provide an extra margin of safety. Accessibility to the cabin is convenient, with well-positioned handrails that allow three points of contact at all times. Anti-skid plates on all walking surfaces and steps reduce slipping hazards. All daily maintenance can be performed from ground level, enhancing safety, and service points are centralised for convenience and to reduce downtime. “The M315D2 and M317D2 wheeled excavators have been designed to work in the challenging climate conditions of the Middle East. High temperatures, sand and wind have all been considered during the development of our products,” says Berger, pointing to the extra filters that the machines come with, especially the extra level of fuel filtration and the ability to provide optimal performance even with low-grade fuel. In terms of telematics, the M315D2 and M317D2 are equipped with the Cat Product Link system, deeply integrated into machine systems and providing timely, useful information that assists in effectively managing equipment and associated costs.
Moving on wheels instead of tracks allows wheeled excavators to gain access to built-up urban areas, making them ideally suited to maintenance tasks in congested cities.
Remote monitoring via the web-based VisionLink app allows access to data such as location, security alerts, fuel burn, idling time versus working time and diagnostic/ event codes. Knowing where equipment is, what work it is doing, how it is performing and its general state of health allows machine owners to improve the overall effectiveness of their operations and lower operating costs. And then there is the service back-up and support that Cat and its dealers ensure for all customers, which is based on the global leaders’ exacting standards no matter where the equipment is in the world. “Our dealers in the Middle East and GCC – Mohamed Abdulrahman Al-Bahar and Zahid Tractor – have been established in the region for a long time and have a strong presence. They offer excellent after-sales support with very well trained technical experts and high parts availability. These are key elements to maintaining customers’ high productivity and minimising downtime,” says Berger. Seconding her is Samer Ismail, product manager for Earthmoving and Excavation at Al-Bahar, who concludes: “The new D2 Series is performing very well and is able to prove itself as a continuation of the old series’ success in the toughest applications.”
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