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CONTENTS JUNE 2016 8_News The latest news from across the region and further afield.

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EDITORIAL JUNE 2016

PUBLISHING DIRECTOR RAZ ISLAM raz.islam@cpimediagroup.com +971 4 375 5471 EDITORIAL DIRECTOR VIJAYA CHERIAN vijaya.cherian@cpimediagroup.com +971 4 375 5713 EDITORIAL EDITOR ANIRBAN BAGCHI anirban.bagchi@cpimediagroup.com +971 4 375 5715 SUB EDITOR AELRED DOYLE

Joining the bandwagon

aelred.doyle@cpimediagroup.com ADVERTISING & MARKETING COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR MICHAEL STANSFIELD michael.stansfield@cpimediagroup.com +971 4 375 5497

It’s not every day that a major global equipment maker chooses the Middle East, and the GCC in particular, for the world launch of what it projects as a seminal product for its stable. And when the equipment maker in question is no less a name than Bobcat, you are left with no doubt about the importance of our region. Last month, Bobcat made its maiden foray into the backhoe loader segment. Armed with a four-model range the compact equipment major hopes to break fresh ground in a sector that its officials think is the next big thing in the region. Or make that the current big thing. Going by available trends and Bobcat’s own research, the backhoe loader is a machine that is overwhelmingly favoured in developing markets. It is also a machine that has found great traction in the Middle East and is expected to continue doing so in a market where operators have a natural tendency to economise. Add in the constrained economic scenario and its less than favourable impact on the region’s construction and projects sector, and you begin to see the importance of Bobcat’s decision to join the backhoe bandwagon at this time. The US-based company, now part of Korea’s Doosan, is pinning its hopes on the premise that owners and operators in the Middle East will opt for one machine that can perform the work of several rather than spend on multiple specialised ones in these constrained times.

The company is upbeat about assuming the No.3 position in the backhoe market soon and challenging the two runaway market leaders – Caterpillar and JCB – in the not so distant future. The timing of Bobcat’s backhoe launch seems immaculate on paper, but watch this space to find out how it translates into reality. Elsewhere in this issue we look at how Chinese manufacturers in the Middle East are tackling simultaneous slowdowns in their home market and in the region. After some good years, in which they thrived on offering value rather than outright quality, many are now going on a new launch spree to entice customers with the latest technology, and the mood about the region remains generally upbeat. With the holy month falling in June this year, CMME wishes you the best of the season and reminds you to put safety first during the long fasting hours. Ramadan Kareem!

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Dubai reveals Expo 2020 masterplan

INFRASTRUCTURE

Dubai set to issue Al Maktoum airport tender

In pictures: 60,000-capacity Mohammed bin Rashid Stadium to be built in Al Aweer area

The scale of Kuwait’s recent infrastructure deal (‘Kuwait to sign $1bn infrastructure deal’) is certainly impressive. In fact, I can’t think of a bigger roads contract awarded in the region recently. But what is surprising is that we haven’t read more about the South Al Mutlaa City development that it will serve. With the master planned project worth $20 billion, according to your report, it’s certainly one to watch. Name withheld, via email

CONSTRUCTION

1km high Jeddah Tower ‘delayed by a year’

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INFRASTRUCTURE

Qatar Rail cancels Doha Metro station contract

CONSTRUCTION

ACC wins contract for Emaar project in Jeddah

Video: Dubai Properties unveils $272m Marasi Business Bay project, set to be built by the Dubai water Canal

The new leisure attractions coming up in the UAE (‘Riding high: The UAE’s new raft of theme park developments’) from Dubai Parks and Resorts to the Twentieth Century Fox World theme park have provided a muchneeded boost for the building industry. And they go to show that the old saying ‘build it and they will come’ is still alive and kicking when it comes to the country’s tourism ambitions. Name withheld, via email

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Q1 Results

VolVo CE rEports stEady profits for first quartEr

jECts, o r p w E ffiCEs, N o w E N , s hiNE 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 hat’s N w t a N o i thE rEg ZOOMLiOn CALLS OFF TEREx TALKS Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co. has decided

Volvo CE’s sales and profits have

to end talks over

remained steady for the first

its proposed

quarter of 2016 despite challenging

acquisition

global market conditions, results

of USA-

released by the company reveal.

headquartered

Volvo CE’s net sales fell 2% to

crane and

SEK12.45 billion ($1.53 billion), while

construction

operating income was marginally

equipment

down at SEK341 million ($41.9

manufacturer

million), compared with SEK352

Terex Corporation,

million ($43.2 million) in Q1 of 2015.

according to a

The company also maintained

statement by

its operating margin at 2.7%,

the Chinese

compared with 2.8% in the same

heavyweight.

period in 2015, the figures said.

The statement

Volvo cited ‘increased momentum’

said that “although

in the Chinese market as one of the

the parties to

factors for the results, combined

the transaction

with stable sales from the US and

Nissan unveils new Navara for Middle East market

have made their

a strengthening European market,

joint efforts to

driven largely by France, where

closely negotiate

demand, it said, has leapt 55%.

Nissan has launched the latest versions of its workhorse Navara pick-up truck with which it aims to increase its market share in the Middle East’s commercial and fleet segment. Revealed at Nissan’s EMEA manufacturing facility in Barcelona, Spain, the all-new Navara has several improvements over the previous version, all made to increase the model’s market share in the Middle East, said Samir Cherfan, managing director, Nissan Middle East. “With the revamped Navara we hope to increase our sales volume in the Middle East by over 40% within three years and challenge the market leader in the segment,” he said. “The

Navara has built up a reputation for quality and robustness in the Middle East market over the years and we are building on this track record to offer our customers an even better product by offering a heavy-duty box frame for an even more robust vehicle.” Offered in narrow- and wide-body versions, both with dual cabs, the vehicle has a choice of 2.4 litre petrol or diesel engines and is available with either two or four wheel drive. Nissan claims power figures of 168HP and 244NM of torque for the petrol engine and 161HP and 405NM of torque for the diesel version. Transmission is via a six-speed manual or a seven-speed automatic.

on the proposed

These factors were helping to

transaction

offset slowdowns in Russia, the

recently, no

Middle East and, significantly, in

agreement can

Latin America, where demand

be reached on

fell by 40%, due to the region’s

the crucial terms.

ongoing economic difficulties.

The company

Volvo CE’s president, Martin

therefore decided

Weissburg, said: “Thanks to

to terminate

a strong focus on profitable

the negotiation

product segments and markets

in relation to

we achieved similar results as in

the proposed

the first quarter of last year.

acquisition of Terex”.

“Our market share continues to increase in the heavy machines segment and the introduction of larger articulated haulers and excavators will generate significant productivity gains for customers and allow Volvo CE to enter new segments.”

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UD Trucks launches Mideast-focused Quester

VOLVO CE, TOpCOn COLLAbORATE On MAChinE COnTROL Volvo CE is partnering with Topcon Positioning

Japanese crane manufacturer

Systems, part

Tadano has reported higher

of the Japanese

sales for the financial year

technology

ended March 31, 2016 - its fifth

company

successive annual increase.

Topcon Group,

The Volvo-owned Japanese heavy truck manufacturer, UD Trucks, has launched a new range of trucks in the Middle East built specifically with the needs of customers in the region in mind. Unveiled to the region in Qatar with UD’s local partner, Jaidah Equipment, the all-new Quester heavy-duty truck is a multi-purpose vehicle for a variety of applications, including off- and on-

road use, construction, distribution and long-haul transportation. “The new Quester range is robust and strong, utilising a combination of global technology and Japanese craftsmanship,” said Mikito Maruyama, director for Middle East and Africa at UD Trucks. “More than 400 experts of various nationalities with extensive knowledge and experience have been involved in designing and

developing Quester and its associated services. The team has spent 1,500,000 engineering hours and 65,000 test hours to build the ultimate trucking machine.” The launch at Doha’s Regency Halls was also attended by Ayman Ahmed, managing director, and Hasan Natafji, sales manager, Jaidah Equipment; and Jan-Erik Thoren, business director, UD Trucks ME.

AFi ExpAndS MiddLE EAST bUSinESS UK-based powered access rental company, AFI, is investing over $16.3 million in its Access Rental Gulf business. This includes purchasing new machines, launching a new depot in Qatar and a second depot in Saudi Arabia, and relocating the company’s first Saudi depot to a larger premises.

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for a Topcon 3D

up 2.6 % on the $1,686 million

machine control

for the previous financial year.

(3D-MC) solution.

The final figure for 2015 was

The solution’s

higher than Tadano’s forecast for

integration on the

a total of $1,704 million, or a 1%

Volvo excavator

increase on the year before.

is designed to

Operating income was up

complement

5.8%, from $243 million to

the Volvo Dig

$257 million and net income at

Assist capability

$169 million was up 35% on the

by including 3D

$125 million a year earlier. The

design files and

performance for the year was the

connectivity with

fifth consecutive year of revenue

Topcon platforms,

and profit growth, Tadano said,

Volvo announced.

and the figures reached a record high for the third year running. Sales of mobile cranes were up 3.7 % to $1,170 million, while truck loader cranes were down 2.2%. Aerial work platform sales were up 11.1%.

Laticrete ME launches pump truck

Laticrete Middle East has launched its first pump truck, which aims to enable speedier completion of new concrete slabs or leveling existing ones and reduce costs in the process, the

company has announced. Managing director Sujit Singh said Laticrete’s new offering - the Supercap Mobile Blending Unit (MBU) - is the “technology of tomorrow” in the GCC.

“Given the speed at which the region is growing, it is necessary to adopt this time and labour saving technology, which is green, dust free and cost effective.” The new equipment was

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demonstrated live by product experts from Laticrete USA to prominent architects, consultants, contractors and applicators from the UAE at the launch event, which was held at the race course in Dubai’s Meydan Hotel. Deliveries and technical support are available throughout the region. The MBU mixes the selfleveling cement formula at the job site using a computercontrolled on board system and then delivers the mix from street level to heights of over 50 stories at a rate of up to 15t of material per hour, making installations of 4600 square metres possible in a single day and eliminating the need for hauling unmixed materials into the building.

hiTAChi’S nEW EUROpEAn hEAd Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV has appointed Makoto Yamazawa as its new president and CEO. A 33-year Hitachi veteran, he also takes over charge as the regional CEO of Hitachi Construction Machinery Middle East and North, West and Central Africa.

Students design Iveco Bus of the future

supply nuclear Volvo Trucks has revealed

trucks, offering improved

power-qualified

five new features across

manoeuvrability, lower fuel

cables to Korean

their Fh, FMx and FM

consumption and decreased

Hydro-Nuclear

ranges, designed specifically

wear and tear. The

Power Co. (KHNP)

for truck operators working

software controlled system

for its under-

in the challenging climate

enables optimal drive

construction Shin

and varied topographies of

combinations, removing the

Hanul 1 and 2

Middle Eastern countries,

decision from the driver.

plants. UAE-based

which increase their

Volvo dynamic Steering

Ducab said its

uptime while decreasing

combines conventional

NuBICC nuclear

fleet management costs.

hydraulic power steering

power-qualified

with an electric motor

cables have been

gearbox, i-Shift, is now

fitted to the steering

selected by the

available with a crawler gear

gear for precise steering

Korean company.

option making it possible

that gives drivers a safer

Ducab is the first

to start from a standstill

and more comfortable

in the Middle East

in extreme situations.

working environment.

to produce 60-

Volvos Trucks’ automated

Combining crawler gears

in the i-Shift for severe

year, sustainable

with a suitable rear axle

duty applications, the

halogen-free, IEEE

ratio that optimises

gear hardware has been

standard cables.

engine revs at high speeds

hardened to withstand

results in lower highway

frequent shifting in rugged

fuel consumption.

operational environments.

Volvo Automatic Traction

Volvo’s dual front axles

Control is now standard on

also increase maximum load

the FMx front-wheel-drive

capacity from 18 to 20t.

CNH Industrial’s design department has collaborated with students at France’s L’École de design Nantes Atlantique design school to design the Paris Bus 2035. Students proposed their ideas on what the city of Paris’ future buses could look like and presented their concepts last month through digital sketches, 3D models and mock-ups. One of the 15 student will intern at CNH’s Bus Design Department in Vénissieux, France. “Paris Bus 2035 challenges

students to envision where transportation will be 20 years from now,” said Claire d’Achon, senior industrial designer for CNH Industrial’s bus product ranges. “We asked them to come up with something that would serve as a monument for the city, much as the red double-decker buses have come to symbolise London. We wanted them to incorporate a very French DNA in their designs which evoked attention to detail, quality and all-around luxury.”

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ImPROveD OPtION

samsoN k-100 ropE makEs middlE East dEbut oN groVE CraNE

Caterpillar training hub opens in Dubai

TEREx TRUCKS’ FiRST bAUMA UndER VOLVO UK-based Terex Trucks enjoyed its first Bauma show this year after being acquired by Volvo CE. The company launched the new EU Stage IV compliant, 38t capacity TA400 Gen10 articulated dump truck, the largest in its articulated range. It also showcased the 65t TR70 rigid hauler.

The training they’ll receive at the new centre in Dubai will help to enhance their skills and knowledge on both product and the latest product support technologies. “Our training centre in Dubai is a key part of our plans for the Middle East and Africa and will ensure Caterpillar and our dealers can be relied upon for providing unsurpassed support to our customers,” said Nigel Lewis, vice president for Caterpillar’s EAME Distribution Division. The centre also features a lab for Scheduled Oil Sampling analysis to reduce downtime of Caterpillar products in the region.

from Consolidated

Qatar has become

Contractors Company

the first crane in the

(CCC), the operator of

Middle East to be

the Grove RT880E.

WACKER nEUSOn

fitted with Samson’s

GOinG ELECTRiC

K-100 synthetic hoist

designed specifically

Compact

rope, according to

for mobile cranes,

equipment

Manitowoc, the parent

is the result of a

specialist Wacker

company of the brand.

joint development

Neuson is building

Caterpillar has opened its Regional Training Centre for the African and Middle East Region (AME) at its premises in Dubai’s Jebel Ali to offer hands-on machines and power systems technical and sales training to its dealers and customers in the AME region. At an investment of more than $7 million, the approximately 1,700 sqm centre employs about 40 people, mostly high-level technical staff primarily recruited from the region. The more than 7,000 technicians at AME Cat dealers have some of the most direct connections with Caterpillar customers as they service and maintain their equipment.

A Grove RT880E in

The rope was

The synthetic rope,

between Samson,

a zero emissions

fitted at a three

a leading synthetic

fleet, parts of

day event recently,

rope manufacturer,

which it displayed

which included

and Manitowoc.

at its stand at

machine testing and

Bauma in April.

hands-on training

combination of high-

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for the installation,

performance synthetic

is still under

handling, and

fibers, K-100 is 80%

development and

inspection of the K-100

lighter than wire rope

dates for roll-out

product, Manitowoc

and features torque-

will be announced

said. Samson

neutral construction

in the future, the

and Manitowoc

that eliminates load

company said.

representatives

spin and cabling. it

Wacker Neuson,

attended the event,

also reduces damage

which already has

along with employees

from spooling issues.

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two wheel loaders, an excavator, a dumper and two rammers, is the first to work on an entire electric lineup. Its Kramer 5055e wheel loader won an innovation award at Bauma this year.

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KIT SPOTTING JUNE 2016

Liebherr mobiLe cranes heLp beLLs ring in braziL

The National Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora in Aparecida, Brazil, recently saw two Liebherr mobile cranes help in assembling a bell tower weighing close to 100t. The Sanctuary in Aparecida is the second largest Catholic church in the world, behind only Saint Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican. The bell tower operation, done by the contractor Guindastes Tatuapé, was part of the preparations for the 300th anniversary of the founding of the Nossa Senhora Aparecida statue in the river Paraíba do Sul, which flows through the city. The anniversary will be celebrated in 2017. Working in tandem, Liebherr’s 750t LTM 17509.1 and 500t LTM 1500-8.1 mobile cranes lifted into place the 36m high metallic structure of the tower, which weighs 97t. To lift the structure, it was first positioned horizontally and two rods were fixed on one side of its base to articulate it as it was raised. Three other anchorage points were used: one in the head of the structure from where the LTM 1500-8.1 lifted the piece, and two on the other side of the base that was held by the LTM 1750-9.1. When the operation began, the 500t crane slowly raised the structure to a vertical position, lifting it by its head. When the boom reached a radius of 39m, the weight was displaced to the 750t crane, which was moored at its base, to lift it to its final position. It took nearly two hours to complete the entire operation. The cranes were chosen for their manoeuvrability and easy access to the installation point, as well as their reach in terms of height. The LTM 1750-9.1 was assembled with 114t of ballast and the telescopic boom was completely open, reaching out 52m. The LTM 1500-8.1 was assembled with a 90t ballast and 61.9m boom. The bell tower will hold 13 bells, each dedicated to an apostle. It will also honour the people associated with erecting the Nossa Senhora Aparecida statue.

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SHOW REVIEW JUNE 2016

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Project Qatar, the destination of choice for the construction industry in doha, concludes a fruitful 13th edition

roject Qatar 2016, organised by IFP Qatar from May 9 to 12 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), concluded its successful 13th edition on May 12. A large number of high-profile exhibitors and visitors, including 18 international official supporting bodies, attended the event, making it a great success. Held under the patronage of Sheikh Abdullah Bin Nasser Bin Khalifa Al Thani, Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, the International Construction Technology and Building Materials Exhibition, built on a decade of history to attract 37,683 total visitors, including 14,442 unique visitors, along with 663 exhibitors, 1,050 companies and 17 national pavilions from 38 exhibiting countries spread out over 32,000 sqm of exhibition space. Industry leaders, professionals and decision makers gathered from all around the world during the four-day exhibition to network, discover the latest innovations and technologies in the construction industry and explore the new business opportunities in the Qatari market. Project Qatar 2016 was held along with two concurrent events, Qatar Stone Tech 2016, the 5th International Stone and Stone Technology Show, and Heavy Max 2016, the 13th International Exhibition for Heavy Machinery. Continuing its journey of success with the aim to provide both visitors and exhibitors with the best experience, Project Qatar 2016 featured this year a large number of activities, including a Business to Business (B2B) matchmaking platform where 472 pre-arranged B2B meetings between leading companies and visitors were held to explore the newest inventions, exchange knowledge and benefit from new business deals. In the same context, the show also provided its participants with the chance to attend six specialised conferences under the Project Qatar Business Intelligence Series. These conferences, which will be held throughout the year, include two held concurrently with the show. The six conferences are The 3rd Annual LightingTech Qatar (May 9 – 10), The 2nd Annual Future BIM Implementation Qatar (May 11 - 12), The 3rd Annual Future Interiors Qatar (September

5 - 6), The 3rd Annual Future Landscape & Public Realm Qatar (October 24 - 25), The 3rd Annual Future Drainage Networks Qatar (December 5-6) and The 1st Annual Smart Parking Qatar, which has already taken place on April 18-19. Aiming at reinforcing the education and commercial aspects of the construction industry, Project Qatar, in collaboration with the Qatar Chamber of Commerce, organised once again this year the Project Qatar Workshop Series, which included 16 workshops. Moderated by established industry professionals, the series addressed topics such as Sustainable Smart Cities, Project Analytics Training, Modular Scheme, Procurement- Win That Tender, Product Testing, The Role and Importance of Solar Energy in Today’s Construction Sector, GSAS Awareness and Characterisation and Properties of Local Unbound Road Materials, Construction Waste, Energy Efficiency, HSE Awareness. For the 2nd year running and due to its success and high demand, Project Qatar also organised site visits to three international mega construction projects in Qatar - the Hamad New Port Project, Lusail City, and the Mall of Qatar - with the aim of introducing international exhibitors to the ongoing projects happening at the Qatari market. Project Qatar has once again proven its role as the ultimate platform for construction experts to explore the latest innovations and products in the industry and network with local, regional and international professionals, owners and purchasers.

HEAVY HITTERs JUNE 2016

Case treats the Middle East as its proving grounds for new products, which are tested in the harsh local conditions before their global launch.

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Case’s point man for the middle east, franCo invernizzi, tells CMME about what makes the brand unique and how it views the middle east market

t all starts in the Middle East for Case, one of the oldest and biggest names in the world of construction machinery on the planet. Every new product that the company introduces has first got to serve time successfully in the Middle East before being pronounced fit to be unleashed into the global market. This region, with its harsh conditions, is Case’s proving grounds. “When we launch a new product, regardless of where it is produced, the first prototypes - we call them prebuilds - are brought here to the Middle East region,” says Franco Invernizzi, senior business director for Middle East and Africa at Case. “They go to Saudi Arabia, UAE and other countries in the region. We test the machines here because we are convinced that if they can withstand the conditions here, they can perform anywhere in the world.” For customers in the region, that guarantees peace of mind, knowing that regardless of where they were made, the Case products you just purchased have been tested in the same harsh conditions that you are about to put them into use in. And with Case, ‘where it was made’ is also a big factor. If you add Case equipment to your fleet, perhaps the most intriguing aspect of it is that you will never be able to predict where in the world the machine delivered to your yard was manufactured. Invernizzi, however, says this is a good thing for customers. With a global manufacturing footprint that stretches from Brazil to Japan, the construction machinery powerhouse, which is part of the huge CNH Industrial group, can afford to manufacture its equipment far from their destination markets if the need arises to take advantage of currency fluctuations in order to give a better deal to its customers. In few other markets is this remote sourcing of products more apparent than in the Middle East. Case sources the backhoe loaders and rollers it sells in the region from its Indian factory, its excavators from Japan, graders from Brazil, dozers

and skid steer loaders from the US, and its loaders, telehandlers and mini excavators from its European plants. “At Case we have a multi plant strategy. We produce our machines in different plants so that we can choose which one to source our products from based on the exchange rate, the saturation and proximity to the end market,” Invernizzi says. Customised for markets But by no means does bringing in products from all over the world mean they are not built for the demands of the Middle East region. Quite to the contrary, Case believes in customising its products for its end market, wherever that market is, and sometimes even modifying its products to suit specific segments of a market. For example, the backhoe loaders it sells in the region are produced in India with the greater serviceability and robustness demands for its target markets in India, Africa and the Middle East in mind. Currently the manufacturer is optimising its European footprint with a revamp of its Italian plants in Lecce and a more recent one in San Mauro, near Turin. “We are renewing our plants, both at the same time. San Mauro is more focused on excavators, tractors and wheel loaders; Lecce for the rest of the range,” says Invernizzi. “We can choose between the Italian and Japanese plants in distributing

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many of our products. At this moment, due to the exchange rate, the distance, the market perception and many other factors, we are still convinced there is vale to bring in excavators from Japan into the Middle Eastern market.” Whichever plant Case may source its products from – and it is indeed spoilt for choice – the manufacturer is offering its entire range in the Middle East. “We are offering all our machines in this region. There are some differences. What we are offering in the EU and US, which we call regulated countries, is not the same as we are offering here. Here it is Tier 3 whereas it is Tier 4 in the western markets. For some of the product lines we are offering different specifications, for example the graders. We bring graders from Brazil to the Middle East as it is very fit for this market. For the EU we have another kind of grader for another kind of operation with its plant in Berlin Germany. Similarly the backhoes from India are only for the Africa and Middle East. It is a kind of machine that is extremely suitable for Middle East operations,” Invernizzi says. Among the characteristic features that are essential for the region is what Case calls serviceability – or the ability to be serviced easily. “This region is huge and often the job sites are in the middle of nowhere in the desert, so if the machine breaks down and needs to be fixed quickly, the same people operating the machine will need to do it. So serviceability is extremely important.” Speaking about the technology involved in Case products, especially excavators, Invernizzi adds: “We have partnered with Sumitomo for more than 20 years now. It

“We test the machines here because we are convinced that if they can withstand the conditions here, they can work anywhere in the world”

Case’s Franco Invernizzi (right) explained the features and principle behind the new 580ST backhoe loader unveiled at Bauma.

has been a long and fruitful partnership. In which our engineers and our manufacturing people work together. The technology and design of Case excavators are very much Japanese, because we think that the homeland of excavators in Japan. So for us there is big value to get the machine designed in Japan. While it is most convenient to produce a machine nearest to its market, we still think it is very high value to bring excavators from Japan because of the high quality, superior performance and

enhanced reliability. So our excavators in the Middle East are from Japan. But our San Mauro plant gives us an alternative, should the need arise for sourcing excavators to the ME and we like to have this option.” Dealer priority Providing the highest level of service and support for its products is a key element of Case’s success and one that it takes very seriously. This means its dealers and distributors are as important in its success story as the products themselves. With this in mind Case has put in place exacting dealer development programmes that contribute to the brand’s overall success. “The front end for our services is our dealers and so we invest a lot to bring all our dealers to the level where we want them to be, regardless of whether they are in Wisconsin or Saudi Arabia. We have some standards and those standards are more or less the same worldwide, with some differences due to the different regions. But the level of service we want to guarantee to the customer is the same everywhere,” Invernizzi says. Explaining how Case achieves its stringent after-sales standards he talks about Pinnacle – the company’s dealer enhancement and development programme. “It is more or less the same all over the world, but we have some special customisations for the Middle East and Africa that are different from, let’s

say, Europe. The basics of the programme are similar; it is a qualification programme in which you have to meet certain standards. Some components of those standards may vary according to region,” he says. To keep up the high standards, long relationships are required with dealers in order to build their capabilities – and this is precisely what Case has in the Middle East with its dealers such as Al Shirawi in the UAE and Roots in Saudi Arabia. “Roots and Al Shirawi have already

established themselves among our best dealers worldwide. The Pinnacle programme has been going on with them for a while now but every year we review the standards and raise the bar higher, because we believe that is the way to stay ahead of the competition. So there is no dealership that can settle down and think it can relax because it is Pinnacle certified now,” Invernizzi explains. “We challenge our dealers. We say if you did 70 last year, the target for this year is 80. Or if the availability of your technician conformed to certain parameters last year, this year we will make the parameter a bit tougher. When we appoint a dealer we have a formal and complicated assessment, which is the same all over the world. It has many criteria, such as availability of capital, knowledge, tools and expertise. We also look at their all-round ability from the ground up, and their attitude for a shared commitment to excellence before we decide.” Another concept that Case gives a lot of weight to is customisation. Invernizzi explains that with the popularity of Chinese manufacturers in recent years, the talks in the sector was all about cost and economy, but Case stuck to its core principle of providing value. “We believe that the bottom line is the value added by a machine to its owner’s operations. To put this in perspective, cost and price are immediate concerns while value is long term. It’s a customer asking what’s going to happen to my machine three years down the line,” he says. “For a machine to keep adding value for a customer, there has to be adequate customisation for his needs. In the Middle East we find various kinds of customers – from those who own just one single machine to huge fleet owners. These two parties have their unique sets of requirements. And at Case our products and services are customised to meet both their needs.” With a bullish position for Case’s longterm prospects in the region, Invernizzi says: “The Middle East is in the middle of a slump but this situation will not stay for long. With projects such as Dubai’s Expo 2020 and Qatar’s World Cup 2022, there will be a lot of activity going forward and the economies are large enough to benefit from them for the long term. “Also, now that Iran is back in the global economic mainstream, it is another market we are looking to tap into. We should have a presence there by the end of this year and even though it will initially be slow going, gaining a foothold now is important before it gathers speed in the future.”

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big at bauma An expansive 3,216 square metre stand helped Case make a big impression at the triennial Bauma construction machinery show held in Munich in April this year. Heavy footfall at the stand was testimony to the success of Case’s unique display, with its machines grouped under four heads: Urban Construction, Infrastructure, Quarrying and Recycling. Sharing space on the stand was truck maker Iveco - a sister concern of Case’s owners, the CNH Group. The two brands were displayed together to highlight how the two lines provided a complete solution for construction businesses, according to CNH. Case’s Europe, Middle East and Africa team was at the stand throughout the show to welcome customers from across the region and discuss their requirements. The Service and Parts teams and CNH Industrial Capital were also available to explain the ways the brand is able to support customers in partnership with its dealers, providing complete business solutions that include tailored financing packages, extended warranty, planned maintenance programmes, competitive cost of ownership, and efficient parts and technical service. Among the new machines Case unveiled at the show was the D-Series crawler excavator for the European market, the 580ST backhoe loader featuring the new backhoe boom and loader arm, and new features for the Case SiteWatch and Case SiteControl systems. . The 580ST backhoe loader has a new design with in-line cylinder geometry and inner Extendahoe. This is the ideal solution for operators who want exceptional breakout force and great reach.

Alternatively, customers can choose the existing Case boom with overlapping cylinders and protected outer extendahoe. It has a shorter boom, resulting in lower transport height. On the telematics and monitoring side, Case further expanded the offering in its SiteControl range with the new RTK+ correction signal delivered via GSM. This enables the customer to work almost anywhere without the need for a fixed base station for the RTK correction signals. The signal is more stable and accurate: if one of the base stations slips out of service, another one takes over without disrupting the signal or affecting its accuracy. The server calculates a specific set of correction data for the location of the machine at the time, guaranteeing full accuracy independently of its distance from the base station. The correction is delivered through multiple formats to ensure the best compatibility with any type of equipment such as dozers, graders and excavators from many brands. Case also unveiled the upgraded user interface of its SiteWatch telematics portal, which has been redesigned to improve navigation, add a new maintenance forecasting functionality – a first in the market – and other features facilitating fleet management. Also on display were Iveco vehicles for the construction industry, including the medium-weight Eurocargo 4x4 on its first public appearance, the 7.2-ton Daily 4x4 and, in the heavyduty segment, the Trakker 6x6 and Astra HD9 8x6.

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The dragon reTurns

SimultaneouS SlowdownS at home and in the middle eaSt have not deterred ChineSe manufaCturerS from launChing new modelS or remaining bulliSh about the region’S future

ith the boom in China’s economy, it was only a matter of time before Chinese companies expanded their reach globally after building their fortunes on burgeoning domestic demand. This is precisely what the global construction machinery sector saw in recent decades, with the likes of Lonking, Liugong, Sany, Shantui and their ilk branching out internationally. Near household names in their home country, these brands used the cost advantage of manufacturing in China to the fullest extent to offer their equipment to the global market with a modicum of quality at a minimum of price. While the world was initially skeptical about the “cheap” Chinese products, the value proposition that they offered proved too tempting to avoid for long. The Chinese equipment makers were further helped by Chinese construction companies, such as China State Construction Engineering Corporation, expanding their international footprint with successful project bids, including in the Middle East. Seeing some of the biggest projects in their backyards built by Chinese companies using Chinese equipment increased the world’s confidence in China-made equipment, leading to a steady increase in sales, which soon became a flood. Bottom lines already bolstered by sales at home, the international sales strengthened the cash positions of the Chinese companies enough for them to embark on acquisitions of some of the biggest western brand names. Among the most important ones were the acquisitions of German concrete equipment specialist Putzmeister by Sany and of Polish heavy equipment maker Dresta by Liugong. Things have changed somewhat since those heady days, however, with the Chinese economy slowing down in the past few years. Falling sales at home have made many Chinese companies even more determined to leverage their international markets, with the Middle East being a special area of focus for many of them. Success abroad One such company, which has had a very successful international and Middle Eastern foray is Lonking. Founded in 1993 in the city of Lanyang in China’s southeastern Fujian province, Lonking Holdings Limited is one of the largest construction and logistic machinery manufacturers in

International acquisitions and improvements in quality have made Chinese makers such as Shantui more popular in global markets.

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China. It has 19 wholly owned subsidiaries and four production bases located in Fujian, Jiangxi, Henan and at its headquarters in Shanghai, covering a total of three million square metres. Formerly known as the China Infrastructure Machinery Holdings Limited, the company was started by Li San Yim and became one of the largest privately held manufacturers of construction machinery before it was listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2005. In 2008, it formally became known as Lonking Holdings Limited – by which it is now known in the construction machinery sector throughout the world. Lonking manufactures wheel loaders, hydraulic excavators, road rollers, forklifts, motor graders and skid steer loaders, whose core components, such as gearboxes, torque converters, axles, hydraulic components, gear pipes and drive shafts, among others, are all developed and produced in-house by the company in its aim to have greater quality control. Lonking claims this gives its products a greater degree of robustness, which has seen it emerge as the top seller of wheel loaders for the highly competitive Chinese domestic market, with a market share of a whopping 20% in the segment. It is also among the topfive in the Chinese market for forklifts. “Cost performance is always Lonking’s key advantage”, said Aaron Zhao, director of marketing. “The secret to our success is that

Lonking, one of the largest Chinese equipment makers, has plans to expand its business further in the Middle East this year and in future.

we are dedicated to providing our clients with a combined solution of high-quality machines, efficient after-sales service and easy accessibility of spare parts – all at some of the lowest costs in the industry. This gives our clients a competitive advantage in their fields and has led to the establishment of our brand name across the world.” Looking to expand globally, Lonking marched into the Middle East in 2005, opening its first dealership in Iran and thereafter rapidly expanding its regional business to Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar. “The Middle East is a very important market for us and we have 11 staff members in the region. Lonking’s international business operates based on dealerships and we have eight distributors already in the region,” said Zhao. “In 2015, we recorded a sales turnover in the Middle East of US$22 million. This was also the year when we made our first foray into the Qatari market, which proved to be a success for us. However, I consider these figures to be just the beginning. We have started penetrating into the excavator and forklift segments, where we are competing successfully against big global names by offering great value. We have already garnered a small market share and our sales figures are on the up.” Lonking is especially bullish on the Saudi market, in which it has seen a year-on-year growth of 30%, its largest growth figures in

the region. It is also ramping up its presence in other markets in the region and plans to enter new ones this year where it does not have a presence yet. “In 2016, we expect to increase our sales turnover to US$30 million on the back of at least 800 to 1000 machines. We will also take our business to newer markets where we do not have a presence yet, such as Oman, Kuwait, Yemen and so on, and we are building business relationships with a few distributors in these territories,” Zhao said. “Then there are markets where we need to scale up our activities further, such as Qatar and Iraq. Though we have achieved good sales growth for wheel loaders, we need to ramp up our penetration in other products, like excavators and road machines. So we will look to consolidate sales of wheel loaders and meanwhile increase sales for excavators and logistics machines. “We also plan to enhance integrated development of diversified products and promote closer cooperation with local distributors, working jointly to offer best the customised products and first-class service to end users.” Lonking’s cost-performance advantage is derived from its strict quality control and in-house production of more than 60% of the main components of its products, Zhao says. “We produce everything except engines, tyres and electrical components. This allows

“We will also take our business to newer markets where we do not have a presence yet, such as Oman, Kuwait, Yemen and so on, and we are building business relationships with a few distributors in these territories”

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launCh frenzy LiuGong, along with its

A 214hp Cummins QSB 6.7

Dressta brand, has unveiled

engine and a ZF transmission

20 new products this year,

and axles power the 856H

many of which it showed

wheel loader, which

off for the first time at

supplies power on demand

Bauma in Munich.

using LiuGong’s intelligent

The new models include E-Series excavators, four

load-sensing hydraulics. LiuGong also launched a

new H-Series loaders and

new pair of skid steers, the

two new skid steer models.

CLG375 and 385B, which

On the Dressta side, the new

are powered by a 3.3l, Tier

introductions were the TD-8S

4 Final Yanmar engine

and TD-9S compact dozers.

producing 73hp in the

The E-Series excavators that debuted at the show,

385 and 67hp in the 375. The 385 features a dump

ranged in capacity from

clearance at full height of

15 to 50t. The models

8.4 feet and has a rated

included the 915E, 925E,

load 1.04t and a static

933E, 939E, 922E and 950E.

tipping load of 2.09t.

“LiuGong developed

The smaller 375 has a

its own Intelligent Power

dump clearance of 2.19m,

Control system with this

a rated load of 865kg and

series, giving us the ability

a tipping load of 1,88t.

to exactly match the

The cab on both machines

engine with the hydraulic

tilts more than 80 degrees

pump and giving us better

backwards for engine and

efficiencies and finer

hydraulic oil filter changes.

control of the bucket,”

Dressta showed off

says David Beatenbough,

its first hydrostatic drive

vice president of research

compact dozers, the

and development.

S-Series, with the 98hp

The Tier 4 Final,

TD-8S forestry and 117hp

16,500-pound 915E uses a

TD-9S landscaping models,

Cummins QSB4.5 engine

equipped with Rexroth

while the 269hp 939E

dual-path hydrostatic drive

uses a Cummins QSL9

systems and Cummins

engine and turbocharger.

QSF3.8 engines.

us reduce cost and retain full control over quality for these components. It also allows our distributors and customers to have quick access to economical spare parts.” Thriving in the region Another Chinese manufacturer that has thrived in the Middle East is LiuGong, an ISO 9001 certified company known for quality construction equipment. It has operated in the MENA region for over a decade and in 2011 expanded its Middle East footprint via its subsidiary, LiuGong Machinery Middle East FZE, located in Dubai’s Jebel Ali Free Zone. LiuGong Machinery Middle East has 20 key dealers providing it with the regional coverage it needs. Support comes from the Jebel Ali spare parts distribution centre which also serves as the regional sales office and provides technical support to the company’s customer base in the region. The spare parts warehouse facility boasts a sprawling area of more than 3,300sqm and is equipped with an automated warehouse management system for electronic scanning, allocation, order picking and packaging of the spare parts. “Major MENA markets for LiuGong include the UAE, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar and Morocco,” says Zhu Xiong Bing, LiuGong’s general manager for the Middle East. “Despite the depressed oil prices, our strongest markets are currently Saudi Arabia, where our machines have helped with the new Jizan port. Algeria, Ethiopia and Sudan are also some of our top markets in the region.” LiuGong’s product range includes wheel loaders, backhoes, excavators, rollers, motor graders, skid steer loaders, bulldozers, forklifts

and concrete equipment. The company purchased Polish bulldozer and pipelayer brand Dressta in 2012 along with its manufacturing facility in Poland. The Dressta line is also being rolled out in the MENA market and expectations are high at LiuGong that Dressta’s big dozers will carve their own niche here. Last year, the company launched its H-series wheel loaders with payloads from 3t to 9t, which made use of technology from LiuGong’s two major joint ventures in China with engine producer Cummins and axle and gearbox maker ZF. And this year, the LiuGong-Dressta combine launched 20 new products at Bauma, which included excavators from 15 to 50t and four new members of its H-series loaders. “The H-series is the first time that we’ve done a true integrated design from the ground up for a wheel loader,” says David Beatenbough, vice president of research and development at LiuGong. “The development process included around 50,000 hours of testing, which gives us a lot of confidence in the component reliability and the whole machine reliability.” It is also the first project developed by LiuGong’s internal industrial design team. The majority of the testing took place in China, but H series loaders were tested globally, and a number of 856H units were tested in the Middle East. Regional popularity When it comes to cranes and concrete equipment, Sany is a standout name among Chinese manufacturers. The Hunan, Chinaheadquartered company is already a popular name in the Middle East’s mobile crane and concrete pump market with its combination of rugged performance and reasonable price. And its credentials received a boost in 2012 when it stunned the construction machinery industry by buying German giant Putzmeister, which also gave it the firmest of footholds in the concrete pumps sector. “We are proud to say that Sany equipment have become integral working units of the GCC’s social and economic development. You can come across a single or a group of Sany all-terrain and rough terrain cranes, concrete equipment, excavators or other machines in the remote desert oil and gas fields, the narrow medians of a highway construction site, a street corner in the downtown or lifting blocks at precast assembly sites,” says Liu Biao, director of Sany Cranes International. Bao is especially enthused about the market uptake of Sany’s mobile cranes in the Middle East in the five years since the first batch was delivered to the region. “Back in 2011, under our partnership with Abu Nasr General Transportation, the first

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cover more of the market where we are not present, and be prepared for next boom.”

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Sany’S mileStone Sany Heavy Machinery released 11 new excavators at the launch of Sany Kunshan Industrial Park, last month, when its 100,000th excavator was also displayed to the public as a historical milestone. The 100,000th excavator, a SY485H, is a new-generation 50t super-level excavator, especially designed for heavy load working conditions in mine areas. Its highlights include being the first Chinese excavator to employ a fuel oil filtration system, the first to use a China Stage III emission standard engine, the first to use an independent oil cooler, and the first with the service life of parts exceeding 10,000 hours. Among the 11 brand new excavators, the SY75C-10 has already shown a good marketing response, said Yu Hongfu, chairman of Sany Heavy Machinery. It features an upgraded engine and ECU controlling system.

seven Sany rough terrain cranes were delivered to NDC’s oil fields in the western region of Abu Dhabi for oil rig erection and mobilising. First Chinese rough terrain cranes worked in UAE’s oil and gas projects. Today, there are numerous companies and projects in the entire region that use Sany machinery. Notable among them are Abu Dhabi’s Adgas; the UAE’s prime contractor of onshore oil & gas exploitation, National Drilling Co; Saudi Aramco for its Sheybah oil wells; Dammam port for cargo handling; CNOOC Iraq for onshore drilling rigs in Basra and Dragon Oil for its offshore projects in Turmenistan, among others.” Speaking about the quality of Sany’s products, Bao says: “We apply ANSI standards to our research and development, manufacturing and inspection processes to ensure quality. The standards, formulated by the American National Standard Institute, are some of the most stringent and comprehensive in the world. Once a product is delivered to the end user, Sany service teams provide 24/7 back-up and we also help in making modifications and adaptations based upon end-user feedback.” In a market where many manufacturers are sitting on unsold stock and struggling to stay in the black, Sany has reported a 300% jump in first quarter profits this year. The company

remains bullish about the Middle East despite the present slowdown in the market, and Bao said: “The Middle East is a market with a lot of promise, especially for the long-term. We are confident that with projects such as Dubai’s Expo 2020 and Qatar’s World Cup 2022 nearing delivery, the market will pick up soon. We do not expect the current slump to last longer than this year.” Agreeing with him was Lonking’s Zhao, who felt that the tough times were not here to last. “Judging from the situation in first five months of the year, we expect the Middle East market to fall by as much as 50% in 2016. The competition will be fierce among the global players in a smaller market but after this tough period, 2017 looks to be quite a promising year,” he says. “Our strategy to meet our targets this year is by grabbing some key customers. We will also enhance the satisfaction of old customers,

Chinese companies and their Western acquisitions, such as LiuGong’s Dressta, launched a slew of new models at this year’s Bauma show.

Happy hunting ground Bulldozer specialist Shantui also has a similar outlook. The world’s largest dozer brand, the company also has a diversified product line and makes everything from wheel loaders, road rollers, truck cranes and motor graders, to forklifts and excavators. The GCC has long been a happy hunting ground for the company. In April, 2014, it sold 50 concrete mixers in a deal worth $3.2m to an undisclosed regional buyer. In another deal in May last year, it delivered 120 units, mainly for concrete transportation and delivery, to another undisclosed customer in Dubai. According to Doug Slocum, media relations coordinator for the company, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Algeria are among Shantui’s best-performing international regions. He says the company has seen a good reception for its SD32D desert bulldozer and concrete products in the region. Shantui is proactively ramping up its aftersales network and activities in the region, which it perceived as its weaknesses earlier. It recently completed the 2016 Dealer Service Training Session for 34 dealers from nine countries including Egypt, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Algeria. Held at the Shantui (Dubai) Parts and Service Training Centre in the city’s Jebel Ali area, the event highlighted Shantui’s commitment to the region.

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FUTURE on TRack

With the GCC reGion embarkinG on several rail projeCts, CMME looks at the advanCes in the seCtor and What ConstruCtors are expeCted to brinG to the table

he Middle East is now among the world’s most promising regions for the development of railways. Ever since the first railway project was announced in the region – the Dubai Metro – investments in rail infrastructure have increased at a rapid pace. The drive has been led by ambitious projects such as the Etihad Rail in the UAE and the Riyadh Metro in Saudi Arabia. The future also holds the prospect of a GCC rail link that will connect five countries in the region to a single network. As one of the most energy-efficient means of transportation, railways are a natural solution to many of the transport issues faced by bustling cities. With rapidly rising numbers of cars on the roads, GCC states are all too aware of the need to invest in rail infrastructure for both long-distance and urban transit, which can tackle pollution, reduce road congestion, create jobs and boost economies, notes Brendan Young, technical director – head of Rail at WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff Middle East. In the construction phase, civil engineers, project engineers, operations and construction managers and technicians are likely to be in high demand, says Niall Hughes, senior consultant – construction at recruitment firm Morgan McKinley.

Once the rail infrastructure is established, roles directly within railways as well as positions in logistics, customer service, IT and management can be expected. “Indirectly, the rail developments should transform the face of logistics in the region, making the flow of goods much easier between GCC countries, which should in turn attract companies and manufacturers to the region, stimulating further trade and job creation. As the passenger service comes online, the labour market will be less restricted by location. The commute time from Abu Dhabi to Dubai, for example, will fall greatly.” The most striking example of how successful rail can be in the region is no doubt the Dubai Metro, which carried a staggering 178.7 million riders last year, according to figures revealed by the emirate’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). Alongside plans to expand the metro network, the UAE is also making rapid

progress on the $11 billion Etihad Rail network. In December, the rail operator was given the green light to begin commercial operations on the first phase, the 264km Shah-HabshanRuwais line. The first stage of the 1,200km network will transport sulphur from Shah and Habshan to the port of Ruwais on two daily trains, state news agency WAM reported. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia is going ahead with the Riyadh Metro project and work is “progressing very well”, according to Adrian Lindon, director – Rail at Atkins, which is part of the FAST Consortium, tasked with building three of the six lines of the project. The other members of the consortium are FCC, Samsung C&T, Alstom, Strukton, Freyssinet Saudi Arabia, Typsa and Setec. Qatar also announced several contracts at the beginning of the year for its rail network, which will comprise Doha Metro, Lusail Tram and a long-distance train. The first phase of the Doha Metro project is expected to be

completed in the fourth quarter of 2019, while completion of the Lusail Tram is set for 2020. By 2030, all three networks – Doha Metro, Lusail Tram and the long-distance rail, which will link Qatar with the GCC Rail network – are expected to be complete. With the completion of the first phase of the Doha Metro and Lusail Tram, Qatar Rail expects to offer 600,000 passenger trips per day by 2021. Technological advances Significant technological advances are being made in the vital area of tunnelling, Lindon says. “We’re seeing the use of increasingly sophisticated tunnel boring machines which are enabling safer and more effective tunnelling in difficult ground conditions. “New types of concrete and reinforcement are both cost-effective and have less of an impact on the environment, which is a fantastic combination.”

This is especially important under buildings and built infrastructure, he says. Looking ahead, Lindon expects the Middle East to be among the forerunners in adopting new ideas. “For instance, there’s potential to use tunnel linings or building foundations to create a latent heat exchange system, which will generate energy and enable more efficient cooling.” Another aspect developing rapidly is signalling, Young says. WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff is heavily involved in helping clients in Europe and North America upgrade their signalling systems and make them computer-based. “It’s effectively the train talking to the track at that particular point in time along the line, so it’s using real-time information to dictate how fast the train is going and so on.” Also gaining traction is communicationsbased train control (CBTC), which detects and prevents collisions better than traditional

With several Metro projects underway in the region and plans to build a pan-GCC network, railways will see a spurt of activity in the future.

signalling systems. “It allows trains to travel closer together so they can get more capacity out of the railway. In the future in terms of rail investment, that’s what [clients] will be looking for.” Clients also increasingly demand efficiency, with nearly all of them looking for improved sustainability from an operational point of view, Young says. Ways to improve the sustainability of railways, particularly in stations, include improvements to HVAC systems and harnessing renewable energy like solar on stations. Integration of disciplines On account of the numerous stakeholders involved, executing a rail project brings a fair share of challenges from a project management perspective. Rail projects typically involve the integration of several different disciplines, says Young. This is because rail projects have several elements,

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such as the civil works aspect, which includes tunnelling, track-laying and stations, and the systems element, which includes signalling and communication systems and the operations control centre. “What happens in a design process is the civil designer does the civil design, and a systems designer does the systems design. The important thing is to make sure that those two designs are talking to each other, so that they are well integrated by the time they actually get built.” Once the designs have been integrated and the contractors selected to execute them, another component comes into the picture: equipment built for railway

construction. Specialised rail-building tasks such as boring tunnels, constructing stations and laying tracks require machinery built specifically for such applications. And increasingly such machinery is trickling into the region. Among the equipment made especially for rail project construction are swing loaders, third rail swing loaders, railavator excavators, third rail tie cranes, ballast tampers and ballast regulators. While only a few years ago, mentioning the names of any of these machines would have drawn a blank from almost all equipment dealers, some, such as Saudi Arabia’s Al Mobty and Sharjah, UAE-based MGCC, have since jumped into the railway

Specialised equipment for the construction of railways include the rail excavator, which is designed to work both on and off rails.

equipment bandwagon. In fact, Al Mobty now offers an extensive range of dedicated machinery for rail construction and supplied equipment to the Makkah Metro project, which had been contracted out to China Railway Construction Company (CRCC). While there is constraint in rail skills globally, Young says that local contractors, who generally come on board for equipment supply and civil works such as tunnelling, track-laying and associated utility functions, are more than up to the task. “We’re seeing in Doha and Riyadh that the local contractors are becoming very mature very quickly and they’re able to demonstrate that experience. That’s great for the local industry.”

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al mobty: early mover One of the first private-sector Saudi companies to enter the kingdom’s rail industry, Al Mobty offers specialised equipment and expertise through its Rail Division, which has been classified as Grade One for railway projects according to the classification and rating agency of contractors in Saudi Arabia. Al Mobty also does maintenance work for locomotives and rolling stock and offers construction and maintenance services for railway lines and signalling projects. It recently established a new concrete sleepers factory and a turnout factory in Saudi Arabia, in association with Austria’s Voestalpine Schienen.

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TECHNOLOGY JUNE 2016

Vodafone Qatar tells CMME about its new M2M technology solution and how the internet of things is iMproVing fleet and Machinery operations

ConneCtIng for effICIenCy

n an age when connectivity is a ubiquitous part of our daily lives, it is only natural that the world of construction machinery would also benefit from its all-pervading influence. Modern communication technology makes it possible for a machine to interface with other machines, log and share business critical data to enable swifter decision making and increase operational efficiency. The popular moniker for this direct communication technology in the world of machines is Machine-toMachine, or M2M. It enables networked devices to exchange information and perform actions without the manual assistance of humans. It is also a key component of the Internet of Things (IoT) – a system of interrelated computing devices and digital machines that transfer data over a network without requiring human-to-human or human-to-computer interaction. The uptake of M2M has been very rapid in the world of construction machinery and the technology has today become a solution for maximising efficiency that no fleet operator would want to do without. With its essential nature in mind, OEMs in the construction machinery field, such as Volvo CE, Caterpillar, Liebherr and others now offer the

technology across their range of machines. And then there are dedicated technology companies serving the sector, such as Trimble, Mix Telematics, Sokka and many more. One such company in the region, which has recently rolled out its M2M solutions to its local market, is Vodafone Qatar. The mobile communications biggie provides access to a global M2M platform for businesses in Qatar by relying on global M2M SIM cards as the connectivity solution enabling the wider adoption and uptake of IoT. Typically, a small device known as an M2M module is embedded in a larger device capable of communicating over a wireless network. Explaining the technology behind Vodafone’s offering, Milena Kraeva, IoT product manager for the company’s Qatar operations, said: “IoT uses a range of technologies to create intelligent assets. First, sensors

and other electronic devices are attached to a remote machine. Depending on the machine’s particular function, these devices capture relevant data, such as temperature or speed. This is transmitted wirelessly from a SIM integrated in the device to a central server, where it is translated into meaningful information. In response, messages can then be sent the other way to change how a machine is behaving. For example, if a machine is running too fast, to slow it down.” Businesses adopting IoT initiatives experience a wide range of benefits, she added, which, in many cases, helps achieve compliance with safety regulations, improve customer retention and create new streams of revenue. “As M2M evolves into IoT, at Vodafone we see increasing connectivity for organisations by using a wider range of network types to

connect a wider range of ‘smart’ assets and products,” Kraeva adds. “The second important benefit of the solution after connectivity is data gathering. More data will be gathered for analysis, and it will be shared beyond an organisation’s four walls. This leads us to the third benefit – sharing – which will drive value not only within departments but also span whole ecosystems of companies across multiple industries and multiple regions. “With its M2M solution, Vodafone is uniquely placed to help a growing number of businesses start using IoT, expand how they use it and achieve the widespread benefits that IoT offers. These include improving processes and productivity, increasing speed of decision making, cutting costs and more. We see IoT becoming a major strategic focus for a growing number of businesses.” Vodafone Qatar’s IoT capabilities now

Vodafone Qatar’s new M2M solution is an asset tracking system that enables machinery owners to optmise usage by mining collected data.

include a scalable Global M2M platform with an interactive portal for end users. Global SIM cards powered by one of the world’s largest networks, highly secure solutions and access to more than 1,300 M2M experts worldwide are some of the other benefits. “At Vodafone, we have over 20 years of M2M experience and a global M2M platform that is available in 40 markets, leveraging Vodafone’s global footprint and partner networks and allowing customers to roam on the best available network. Vodafone can provide a global M2M SIM card, enabling IoT adopters to experience business optimisation wherever they are while saving costs,” Kraeva says. “Our leadership is reflected in the assessments of analysts and market researchers. Vodafone has been rated the best Machine to Machine (M2M) communications service provider in the world for the fourth

year in a row, according to independent research by Analysys Mason. In an annual benchmarking study for 2015 by Machina Research, Vodafone maintained its position as the number one global operator in terms of taking advantage of the opportunity in the global M2M market.” Enhancing logistics Kraeva cited the shipping industry as a great example of how the benefits of M2M are being applied in practice. At any given time, more than 15 million containers are travelling through international waters or waiting to clear customs. These deliveries face many risks, including delays, diversions, theft, physical damage and even piracy. In the past, she says, cross-continental transit typically meant loss of visibility but with two-way communication enabled by M2M, tracking

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has become more precise than ever before. Independent research also suggests fleet management is probably the most mature M2M market segment, with Analysys Mason forecasting growth of 10% CAGR over the next decade in the sector. “With Vodafone’s Asset Tracking solutions, businesses have real time visibility of assets and a single global view, putting them back in control no matter where those assets are. Our solutions utilise multiple positioning technologies, managed by our Managed Global M2M Connectivity platform and with Vodafone’s global mobile network at the core,” Kraeva says. Vodafone’s M2M Asset Tracking solutions provide details about the location and condition of containers, pallets or the actual goods in transit. Automatic alerts can be raised if there is an issue needing attention – such as unauthorised access to the goods or excessive temperatures. As a result, the supply chain becomes more efficient and businesses can automate previously manual processes, increase efficiency, reduce theft and loss, optimise running time and increase the effective utilisation of assets. Vodafone’s M2M is also particularly useful for operators of heavy machinery, as was demonstrated by the company at the launch of the solution in Doha recently. A replica of an excavator was used to present the asset tracking solution for machinery in action, showing how telemetry devices installed around an excavator can be used to report information such as location, direction, shovel load and engine condition through a tablet. “There are many reasons why businesses might track their assets — to prevent theft, improve utilisation or comply with regulations,” Kraeva says. “Protecting its vehicles, machinery and other equipment enables a business to deliver projects safely, on time and on budget. Vodafone’s M2M technology offers real-time monitoring of the location and usage of any asset or equipment, anywhere in the world, letting businesses analyse performance and develop new, usage-based ways to manage equipment costs.” The system can provide real time alerts should an asset be stolen or tampered with or breach behavioural rules that a business defines. As an example, a company can demarcate a geo-fenced area marking a construction site where a piece of its equipment is operating. If the equipment leaves the area the company will know about it as it happens. “Collected data is sent back to base over our global M2M wireless network. Users can check the status of their entire asset

“Vodafone’s M2M technology offers realtime monitoring of the location and usage of any asset or equipment, letting businesses analyse performance and develop new, usagebased ways to manage equipment costs” estate at anytime through our global M2M platform,” Kraeva adds. Saving costs Cost saving is one of the biggest draws for adopters of the M2M technology, according to Vodafone, with an in-house research finding 44% of respondents pointing it out as the solution’s top benefit. “In fleet management solutions, by tracking driving styles and behaviour, drivers themselves can monitor their driving behaviour and improve their driving style, while managers can spot habits that waste fuel. The ability to identify and rectify these anomalies can lead to significant savings on fleet running costs,” Kraeva says. While machinery and fleet owners look at their balance sheets and results to measure the efficacy of the M2M solution, its true scope is transformative in nature and extends much wider. In Qatar, Kraeva notes, smart cities with improved quality of life have been identified as an important focus area by the authorities, while transportation is a priority. “Smart solutions will be key to managing

Businesses that adopt IoT systems experience a range of benefits, which help achieve safety compliance and also create new revenue streams.

these challenges and delivering the required benefits to the people of Qatar. Vodafone’s M2M fleet management, asset tracking and video surveillance solutions can play a vital role in helping Qatar’s businesses and authorities achieve their goals,” she says. “Vodafone Qatar is driving the vision of the smart city by enabling whole new developments to be built from the ground up using the latest technology to connect devices, systems and infrastructure directly to their inhabitants. This is the commitment Vodafone Qatar is making to support the Qatar National Vision 2030 - connecting every machine to improve lives and businesses.” In support of this commitment, a partnership has already been signed by Vodafone Qatar with the company’s Turkish arm, Kraeva explains. Aiming to deliver smart stadium technologies in Qatar ahead of the 2022 Football World Cup, the partnership is leveraging the power of Vodafone’s international network and global leadership in IoT technology to help deliver stadiums of the future in Qatar, Turkey and across the Middle East.

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NEW RELEASES JUNE 2016

Liebherr unveiLs Pr 716 dozer Why get it? Cleaner, high-teCh engine, smaller transportation footprint and loads of options Liebherr showed off its new PR 716 Litronic crawler dozer at Bauma 2016 this year, where it joined the German giant’s line of generation 6 crawlers, comprising six models with operating weights from 13t to more than 80t. The PR 716, which succeeds the PR 714 dozer, sports a 94kw (126hp), four-cylinder engine compliant with Tier 4-Final emissions standards. It also has the new SCR technology that Liebherr is incorporating in its machines. The advantage of this technology is that it optimises the combustion process, in the process doing away with the requirement for a diesel particulate filter (DPF). With an operating weight ranging from

13.2t to 15.2t, the PR 716 has an electronic drive management system with an ECO mode setting that can be used in light- and medium-duty applications. A proactive power control mechanism kicks in to temporarily increase engine power when the dozer encounters heavy material. As well as responding more rapidly, the machines offer a significant increase in pulling power and a higher reverse speed, according to Liebherr. The hydrostatic drive keeps the engine speed at a constant level. All drive components and the intelligent Liebherr engine management system are optimally adapted to the speed, contributing toward reduced fuel consumption. The PR 716 features a universal six-way blade, which can be equipped with optional hinged corners for a smaller transportation footprint. This gives it greater flexibility to be taken from one job-site to another. Liebherr offers a choice between an XL and LGP undercarriage, while an optional free-turning bushings swivel running gear is designed for sandy or soft underfoot conditions.

Customers can select from different ripper tooth options – three-tooth or five-tooth – as well as other features such as a hydraulic rope winch, counterweight or tow hitch. The optional inching brake pedal facilitates the transition from conventionally driven machines to Liebherr generation 6 crawler tractors. With this equipment option, both the travel speed and the brake can be controlled via the foot pedal. An optimum enhancement is the optional three-stage joystick, which can be locked in forward, stop and reverse. The cab of the PR 716 cab offers several features of larger generation 6 machines, including the T-shaped control for travel and working hydraulics and a touch screen display. SPECIFICATIONS

pr 716 doZer Operating weight: 13.2-15.2t Blade capacity: 2.75-3.11m³ Rippers: 3- or 5-tooth option Engine output: 94kW / 126HP

doosan’s new dX140LC/LCr-5 eXCavator Why get it? new power Controls and several design improvements

tereX’s r350t ComPaCt traCk Loaders Why get it? improved ride and low vibrations on diffiCult terrain Terex has added to its Generation 2 lineup of skid steers and compact track loaders with the radial lift R350T and R350T Forestry. Powered by a Tier 4 Final Cummins QSF3.8 engine providing 90kw (120hp) and 360 lbs-ft of torque, the machines sport a six-foot profile, 15 inches of ground clearance and low ground pressure of 4.4 psi on the R350T and 4.3 psi on the Forestry model. Terex says the loaders are designed for work in limited access areas and on soft surfaces. The R350T weighs 5t and has a rated operating capacity (ROC) of 1.6t at 35% tipping load capacity. Tipping load is 4.5t and lift height is 317cm. Weighing in at 5.5t, the Forestry model has a rated operating capacity of 1.7t, a tipping load of 4.8t and a lift height of 317cm. The new loaders feature an improved ride owing to a new undercarriage design that is suspended from the chassis by independent torsion axles. This allows the bogie wheels on the loader to flex, to provide a smoother ride while reducing vibration and shocks experienced while operating on rough terrain.

Replacing the company’s Dash-3 models, Doosan’s new excavators boast new power and speed controls, along with several design and cab enhancements. Both the DX140LC-5 and DX140LCR-5 (short tail swing) are new 14t excavators that come with the Korean company’s selectable Smart Power Control (SPC), a feature that saves fuel by matching a machine’s performance to the severity of the application at hand. The feature does this primarily by reducing engine rpm during low workloads while ramping up hydraulic pump torque and engine response when faced with heavier tasks. For added economy, Doosan has also added an auto engine shutdown that can be configured from three to 60 minutes to prevent needless idling of equipment. A new front window design for better

visibility is the highlight of the new cab, inside which operators will also find a seven-inch colour display that gives a side-by-side view of critical machine data and the rear of the machine through the rearview camera. Upon adding the optional side-view camera, the rear- and side-view angles can be viewed simultaneously. The new monitor also gives a readout of the Diesel exhaust fuel (DEF) levels and a guidance chart for optimal fuel efficiency. Among other improvements are improved anti-skid plates, which have also been relocated slightly to facilitate access to the engine bay. Serviceability has also been improved by making access to critical components easier. An upgraded alternator delivers improved power for electrical components in both the DX140LC-5 and DX140LCR-5, while the former comes with a dieselpowered coolant heater for cold starts. SPECIFICATIONS

dX140lC/lCr-5 Capacity: 14t Auto shutdown: 3 to 60 minutes Operator display: 7-inch

NEW RELEASES JUNE 2016

tereX truCks’ new ta400 Why get it? high CapaCity at 41.8t, all-terrain Capability and Cab Comfort Terex Trucks showcased its new TA400 articulated dump truck (ADT) at this year’s Bauma show. The truck is the first new product it has come out with since being purchased by Volvo CE from Terex in 2014. It is also the first in the series of the new Generation 10 ADTs that Terex Trucks has developed under Volvo CE’s management and will launch throughout this year. The new TA400 is a 41.8t heavyduty off-road truck and is powered by a 331kw (444hp) Scania DC13 engine. The ADT uses selective catalytic reduction combined with exhaust gas regeneration to meet Tier-4 Final emissions regulations and does not require a diesel particulate filter, according to Terex. The unit has a heaped capacity of 23m3 and its hydraulic hoses, electrical interfaces and transmission mountings have been upgraded over those seen in Terex Trucks’ previous models.

The company also says that hydraulic component life cycles in the new ADT are prolonged through the use of magnetic pressure filters that reduce the risk of contaminants entering the system. Stopping power comes from forcecooled multi-disc brakes, supported by an electronically activated exhaust brake and a six-stage modulating transmission retarder. A high performance transmission oil extends service intervals to up to 6,000 hours. Driver comfort has also been enhanced with the cab sporting an improved air conditioning and ventilation system. An automatic adaptive shifting and a pre-selected two-speed transfer box provide performance and productivity in all haul conditions. Other features include wider, pivoting steps and platforms for easier access. SPECIFICATIONS

ta400 Tonnage: 41.8t Engine output: 331kw Loading capacity: 23m3 Service intervals: 6,000 hours

mb’s new Ls220 sCreening buCket Why get it? fleXible material sCreening for large loaders with a single attaChment Launched at Bauma 2016, the latest screening bucket from MB Crusher is designed for loaders and backhoe loaders from 12t to 35t, which need to sift through material to screen and select substances to various requirements. The MB-LS220 offers great flexibility to quickly optimise loaders and backhoe loaders into mobile screening plants for processing debris and waste material, according to MB. Unlike other excavator screeners, which are stationary and need to operate over a material heap, the MB-LS220 is an attachment that can increase screening speed by its portability across a job-site. The MB-LS220 can sift material of various sizes to obtain several kinds of end products, such as those for use in drainage jobs for covering underground pipelines, according to MB. This is done through the use of interchangeable modular panels to allow a rapid change of grid size. The unique conical basket shape of the MB-LS220, a common feature of all MB buckets, is designed to increase hourly production performance and to sift the material scooped with no residue.

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tread with Caution Even though they are made for heavy-duty applications, your wheel loadersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; tyres need to be treated with extra care too. Always ensure they are inflated to the air pressure levels recommended by the manufacturer. Undetected leaks or improper inflation can lead to premature wear.

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Cutting-edge inspeCtion We mean this quite literally. A cutting-edge inspection process requires special attention for the cutting edges of your loader. Repeated loading and unloading of material creates excessive wear on the machinesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ground-engaging tools. Inspect buckets and pallet forks daily for loose, cracked or missing teeth and deal with compromised components early. Visual checks should also include attachment pins, hoses and tilt and lift cylinders.

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keep it Cool Several types of work sites generate enough dust to become a factor for wheel loader cooling systems. Environments such as aggregate quarries may need additional preventive measures. Opt for machines with reversible fan cooling systems, which reduce maintenance. Using an engine precleaner to protect the engine cooling group is also good practice.

exhaust treatment Most new wheel loaders have some form of after-treatment system designed to clean diesel engine exhaust to meet local emissions standards. Whether it’s a cooled exhaust gas recirculation (CEGR) or selective catalyst reduction (SCR) technology – or a combination of the two – always use the prescribed advanced additives, such as low-ash oil and ultra-low sulphur diesel, to avoid costly repairs later.

top up fluids and oils Engine oil and coolants are among the most important routine maintenance elements. Using dipsticks and sight glasses provides accurate guidance for these checks, as does referring to the operator’s manual for instructions on filling the machine at the recommended intervals, with the appropriate fluid in the correct increments.

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09 inspeCtion plan Approach daily maintenance with the same diligence as you do your other daily routines. A comprehensive point-wise plan that starts from the ground up and is based on your manufacturer’s specific recommendations will have a positive impact on your business.

10 stiCk to oem requirements Owners, operators and technicians need to stay on track with the recommended fluid and component checks and resist the temptation to use non-OEM specified oils, filters and other accessories. Resisting the temptation to save money in the short term by using non-recommended parts and accessories can lead to big savings over the longer term.

COVER STORY JUNE 2016

Bobcat has entered the backhoe market with four models, including the top-of-therange B780, which has four wheels of the same size for better traction.

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ome markets in the world can be characterised as backhoe loader markets, while others make do without. And the Middle East is definitely among the former. In cities in Saudi Arabia, backhoes are a common sight on the roads, travelling between construction sites. Spend rush hour in Riyadh, and you’ll even be able to see a few backhoes in the traffic jam on Olaya Street, wedged in between the taxis, Ford Crown Victorias and SUVs. Typically, the multi-applicability of backhoe loaders is sought after in countries – especially developing economies – where there’s significant amounts of infrastructure work taking place. And a backhoe is a solid investment for a contractor, since the machine will be useful whatever the next contract is. The backhoe loader (BHL) is one of the most utilised machines in the Middle East, and – similar to the skid steer loader – it’s probably safe to claim that new uses and applications for the machine are found nearly every day, given the variety of roles it has to perform. With the machine a big seller, most of the big brands offer backhoe loaders. Reason enough, then, for one of the biggest brand names in the world that has been absent from this segment to make an entrance – Bobcat. The compact equipment maker joined the ranks of backhoe loader manufacturers last month with the launch of its first backhoes – three models in its B-series. And, as a testimony to the popularity of and demand for the backhoe loader in the region, it chose Dubai to launch the machines, which are targeted specifically at the Middle East. “Bobcat was not present in the backhoe loader segment but we

have entered it now. It is a very important segment for us because it is a continuity of the business we are already doing,” says Gaby Rhayem, Bobcat’s regional director, Middle East and North Africa. “We are a force to reckon with in the skid steer loader, telescopic equipment, mini-excavator and other compact segments - and today we also have the backhoe loader, which is one of the most attractive products within the compact business.” Speaking about Bobcat’s entry into the segment, he says: “We first showed our BHL two months ago during our annual dealer meeting in March. And this is the first time our people will get to experience it hands on. These are the first production machines shipped to the Middle East from our European factory.” The launch of Bobcat’s BHL range took place at the premises of Kanoo Machinery, the compact equipment maker’s longstanding dealer in the UAE. In attendance were its partners from all over the region. Latent demand But with the depressed global economic situation and the low oil prices affecting the region, why launch a new product now and why here? Rhayem explains: “There was

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“We have a strong sales network, we have a dedicated sales team, and we believe that in a very short time - in a year - we can become the No.3 in this region and then push the two main players”

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steer. Double loader bucket

life, and its single-side service

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cylinders provide superior

components make maintenance

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power it efficiently. Under the

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standard in all models. It

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increases productivity,

performance to take on tough

of the B730 and B700, the

provides more control, lowers

jobs with high fuel economy.

B750 adds 20-inch front

operating costs, and combines

tyres and a hydraulic joystick

the high-flow capabilities

includes many of the B730’s

control system. The top-of-

for rapid movement with the

features: it is driven through a

the-range B780, meanwhile,

low-power requirements for

synchroshuttle transmission; it

is driven through a standard

precise control to accomplish

has ‘Cab and Canopy’ and 2WD

auto powershift transmission.

the most demanding of jobs.

The entry level B700

With the popularity of the BHL in the region, however, Bobcat is expect to face stiff competition. Rhayem, though makes light of it. Assessing the bright points of the market he says: “It’s true there are several BHL players in the market. The main ones are Caterpillar and JCB who hold 80% of the market together, with 20% being shared by the rest of the manufacturers. Our opportunity lies in the fact that there is no real No.3 in the market to push the two leaders. “For Bobcat it’s a great opportunity to fill that gap. We have a strong network, we have a dedicated sales team and we believe that in a very short period of time – in a year – we can become the No.3 in this region and then push the two main players.” What will work in Bobcat’s favour, he says, is its brand equity and its history in the market. On the right track “We believe we are on the right track. Today we are already No.1 in some product categories, so much so that we are synonymous with certain products. A skid-steer loader is often simply referred to generically as a Bobcat. We are No.1 in skid-steers and in the compact track loaders, while we are among the top-two in mini excavators and in the compact telescopic segment. So when people think of the compact equipment business, they think Bobcat,” a confident Rhayem says. “The BHL is a bridge between the compact and heavy equipment. Today if we look at the profile of Bobcat customers, we have a huge opportunity. Some of our existing customers are using the competition’s BHLs, so why will we not satisfy this need of theirs with an in-house product, especially since they have been pushing us to build one for a while now?” Despite customers’ clamours for a BHL from Bobcat, the launch in no knee-jerk reaction. A lot of preparation and due diligence has gone into the effort in order to make it a success from the outset. “Developing a new product like the BHL takes not only resources but time. In fact, we have spent a year and a half just in testing the BHL now after its initial development stage, and modifying and tweaking it as required. We have a reputation for quality and excellence that we need to live up to when we launch any product and it was the same for the BHL,” says Gul Nalcaci, Bobcat’s product manager for the BHL line. The testing and development was carried out at Bobcat’s state-of-the-art facility in the Czech Republic, she adds, where all its machines are torture tested to within inches

of their lives to prove their worthiness to carry the Bobcat name. “We test our machines in our innovation centre near Prague where all our equipment is put through the most punishing and extreme conditions imaginable - right from a bone chilling -50 to a boiling 70 degrees Celsius. And then we have all the other tests that the centre carried out at its facilities such as noise tests, cooling tests and tolerance tests, to name a few. It’s like a research hospital for machinery where we test all aspects of our products to the most extreme levels. All the standards that need to be met for a product are examined and certified and only then is a product given the go ahead for launch,” she said. Bobcat’s Czech innovation centre is also the biggest one among its competition, Nalcaci adds, and the centre has a noise test room which is the only one of its kind in the industry. “We also rent it out to the competition to conduct their own tests.” With such stringent standards to be adhered to, it’s no wonder that customers have sworn by Bobcat for many decades now. But are those customers available now in a region that is feeling the financial pinch of low oil prices? Rhayem believes they are. “Low oil prices and its consequent economic slowdown is true of the entire region in a general sense, but for us there is still growth here, even in Saudi Arabia, which contributes 50% of our sales volume. Yes, it is not doing as well as it was earlier but despite the financial constraints in the country, we have managed to increase sales. We sold about 1,400 machines in Saudi in 2014 but in 2015 that figure went up to more than 1600. We do realise 2016 is a tough year for the industry, but in our segment we are anticipating only a small drop at worst, and

Already a fixture of any job site in the Middle East, Bobcat is looking to leverage its reputation for quality to make inroads in the backhoe segment.

we expect things to pick up again when 2017 comes around,” Rhayem explains. Besides, Rhayem is quick to point out, Bobcat caters to a segment that has not been so hard hit by the current conditions. “Bobcat’s machines have a slightly different concept. When projects show down or are pulled, there is little or no investment in heavy equipment, but what is already standing on the ground has to be serviced and maintained – and that is where compact machinery comes in, which is our domain. There is always a need for small jobs in the field, which will sustain demand for our BHL.” Service network Bobcat is also using another pillar of its fame – its after-sales services and network - to make sure that its customers providing this sustained demand are not disappointed. The company is leveraging its well-established dealer network to provide the level of support that the Bobcat brand has earned a name for. Towards this end Bobcat invited all its dealers in the region and beyond to Dubai to thoroughly acquaint them with the BHL line-up before introducing it to the public. Among Bobcat’s partners present at the launch were Kanoo Machinery, whose premises at Jebel Ali the manufacturer was using for the event. “This is a much anticipated launch from Bobcat. It caters to a very popular segment in the region and fills a gap in their range,” said Mohamed Naseer Khan, sales manager at Kanoo. “We look forward to contributing to its success with our high level of support.” Agreeing with him was Ahmad Swaid from Bobcat’s Qatar distributor, Jaidah, who was similarly upbeat about the BHL’s prospects in Qatar, where new projects need to be delivered for the World Cup 2022.

WHEEL LOADERS JUNE 2016

Wheeled Wonders

CMME takes a look at the world of the wheeled loader, among the most versatile of equipment and a staple of any fleet

ometimes, even in the world of advanced machinery, simplicity can be beauty. Take the case of the wheeled loader – that ubiquitous machine which literally defines the genre for the layman who cannot tell his crawler excavator from his backhoe loader. When your average man on the street thinks heavy equipment, the picture in his mind, more often than not, is of a wheeled loader, casually observed at a myriad construction sites or in road and public works projects. And yet this essential piece of equipment remains at its heart one of the simplest in terms of its principle. Take a tractor for multi-terrain capability and add a bucket at the front for lifting and carrying and you have a wheeled loader. Articulate the bucket perhaps for more frills or add teeth to the bucket, and you get even greater versatility. Of course this is just the essence of the machine. A great deal of development has taken place on the concept over the years and now there are specialised wheeled loaders for specific tasks, such as railway construction and quarrying. At their heart, wheeled loaders are versatile mobile shovels that transfer material from stockpiles to trucks, or transport material around job sites. Bucket sizes have a wide range, from compact models to oversized ones in mining applications. Small and midsized wheel loaders frequently have an attachment coupler that allows them to use work tools such as forks, brooms, and lifting jibs. For quarrying applications Caterpillar’s 986H is arguably the best in its class. Designed especially for quarry applications—loading both on-highway and off-highway trucks and handling load-andcarry tasks—is a strong, productive machine that is easy to operate and easy to maintain. With bucket capacities ranging from 5.3 to 6.1 m3 (7 to 8 cubic yards), the 305kW (409-horsepower) 986H features a power train with proven Cat components, a powerful and efficient load-sensing hydraulic system, heavy duty frames and loader linkage, and a safe, comfortable operator station. The 986H deliveres durable performance at a low cost per tonne.

The versatility of the wheeled loader enables it to be adapted to a variety of applications, helped by robust machines from manufacturers such as Caterpillar.

WHEEL LOADERS JUNE 2016

Using solid steel lift arms designed to absorb loading stress, the 986H Z-bar-type loader linkage generates powerful digging and lifting forces and provides excellent visibility to the bucket cutting edge and surrounding work area. Lift arms are available in both standard-lift and high-lift configurations to accommodate a range of haul trucks. Strength built into the 986H major structures—a full-box-section rear frame fabricated to resist torsional shock and twisting forces, cast axle-mounting pads, and heavy duty steering cylinder mounts— ensures durability through multiple machine life cycles. The 986H also uses Cat Performance Series buckets for fast, consistent loads, and a quick coupler is available. Optimum performance The Cat C15 engine uses reliable mechanically actuated electronic unit injectors that precisely control fuel delivery for optimum performance and economy in all situations. The 4F/3R Cat power-shift transmission has specially heat-treated shafts and gears for superior durability, and electronically controlled, heavy-duty clutch packs deliver smooth, consistent shifts. A variable displacement pump powers the 986H implement hydraulics and delivers only the volume of flow required at the cylinders, resulting in fuel savings and reduced heat. Intuitive, low-effort controls allow operators to be immediately productive with the 986H, and a programmable lift kickout speeds loading cycles. An angled ladder provides easy access to the cab, and the Cat Comfort Series III seat provides air-suspension, six-way adjustment and optional heat. The cab is pressurized with filtered air, and automatic controls maintain cab temperature. The Cat monitoring system provides a digital readout of critical machine parameters, and an optional rearview camera system is available. For added safety, a roll-over protection system (ROPS) and falling objects protection system (FOPS) are integral aspects of the cab design. Also, service walkways have nonskid surfaces, and a convenient windshield cleaning platform facilitates access. The 986H is designed to ease routine maintenance, with ground level or platform access to service points, including a centralised grease bank for lubricating linkage pins and remote pressure taps for power train components. A ground level electrical service panel includes emergency

engine shutdown and battery disconnect switches, and circuit breakers. 2013 also saw Doosan Infracore Construction Equipment launch its new generation DL550 wheel loader, the topof-the-range model in the company’s new family of wheel loaders intended for markets in the Middle East and Africa. With a bucket capacity of 5.4 m3, the DL550 wheel loader is designed to meet a wide range of material-handling needs from loading and transporting granular material (such as sand and gravel) to industrial, mining and quarrying applications.

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Ideal for the region A key feature of the new DL550 wheel loader is the Tier-2 12.7l Scania DC13 turbo-charged, air-to-air intercooled diesel engine, which is ideal for use in the Middle East and Africa, delivering ‘best in class’ power with a maximum output of 294 kW at 2100 RPM. The high engine power output is combined with new ZF transmissions and several other features which, in addition to reducing fuel consumption, provide exceptional performance, high durability, ease of handling and serviceability, and significantly enhanced operator comfort. The DL550 wheel loader has three engine working modes: ECO, NORMAL and POWER, to adapt the machine to different applications, with different engine speeds and gear steps according to the working mode engaged. With the ‘PowerUp’ function, the operator can manually adjust to the next highest working mode by applying a full stroke of the accelerator pedal. With this function, the operator can travel in moderate NORMAL mode and switch to POWER mode when it is really needed, such as when taking material from a pile. This capability helps to reduce fuel consumption. The ECO Bar provides information in realtime about fuel consumption in relation to machine performance, allowing the operator to select the driving mode for the best fuel efficiency. The operator can set a password for machine start. There is also a new Auto Idle feature which, when activated, reduces engine speed by about 200 RPM after 10 seconds if there is no machine movement. Auto Idle is ideal for applications with long waiting times, such as truck loading and lowers fuel consumption significantly. The new ZF transmission improves the transfer of power from the engine to the wheels and contributes significantly to the overall reduction in fuel consumption. The new transmission provides better

EnginE SynERgy

liugong exports with cummins at heart LiuGong’s Tier II 5t wheel loaders, which the Chinese company is exporting to its overseas markets, are the first to be equipped with the L9.3 engine manufactured by Guangxi Cummins Engine Co. Ltd. LiuGong’s ZL50Cn, 855n, 856 and other 5t wheel loaders all sport the engine, which has been uniquely designed for the wheel loader market and optimized for 5t bucket capacity. The L9.3 is built at Guangxi Cummins’ state of the art manufacturing facility and is tested to meet the various demands of both the DOWnSizing

Chinese and international markets.

top reasons to go compact

“We could not be happier with the results of this endeavour and with the end result,” saysyu Chuanfen, president of LiuGong Machinery. “These machines have been tested and are running in the Chinese domestic market for a while now. The results have been excellent in terms of performance, productivity, reliability, and durability. LiuGong and Cummins have created a new standard of cooperation in the industry.” Founded in Liuzhou in 2011, Guangxi Cummins is a joint venture of LiuGong Machinery and Cummins for producing construction equipment engines for emerging markets. “LiuGong is dedicated to the heavy equipment sector. We never stop investing and working with industry leaders to make our machines better. Cummins and LiuGong have over 13 years of successful cooperation and we are going ahead with that,” adds Chuanfen.

response and acceleration, especially on slopes. Engine speed variation is less thanks to smaller gear steps, and lower engine speed throughout the whole drive range reduces fuel consumption. Thanks to higher shift quality, noise levels are lower while driving performance and productivity have been increased. A 5-gear transmission with torque convertor lock up is an option. Case’s 921F has been available for a while but it recently like other major manufacturers, Case has also introduced been busy updating is earthmovers for Tier2 markets. Most recently it launched two new F-Series wheeled loaders – the 4 m3 bucket capacity 921F and 5 m3 1121F. As well as the engines, both machines also feature design aspects tailored to work in remote, dusty environments including radiator cooling cubes, which see five radiators mounted to form a cube instead of overlapping. Designed specifically for aggregate and quarry operations, this model delivers best-in-class horsepower, quick throttle response and massive torque with the reliable, engine. Efficiency is increased with the ability to match available engine power with four programmable power modes, while productivity is maximized by the powerful and quick hydraulics. Roading speed, acceleration and cycle times are faster with the optional five-speed transmission with lockup torque converter. And targets can be approached quickly and precisely regardless of engine speed with Case PowerInch — part of the optional fivespeed lockup transmission.

If your job application does not involve moving mountains, quite literally, or a skid steer is proving too small, here are five reasons why operators should look into owning a compact wheel loader, which is typically a machine with 80hp or less and weighs up to 6.5t: BRIDGInG ThE GAP For jobs where a skid steer loader is too small, but a large wheel loader is too big, a compact wheel loader is the perfect solution. A compact wheel loader is a steppingstone between skid steers and large wheel loaders. Sometimes, a job requires a smaller footprint, yet larger capacities. FuEL EFFICIEnCy Compact wheel loaders tend to be more fuelefficient than full-sized wheel loaders, and even some larger skid steers, due to their smaller engines that use less fuel. CoST oF TyRES Tyres are one of the biggest operating costs for skid steer loaders, next to fuel. As the size of skid steer

loaders goes up, so does the risk of premature wear to the tires. With additional weight on the four tires and the constant skidding of the machine, it’s common for operators to go through more sets of tyres, which are expensive. Compact wheel loaders turn instead of skid, so the tires will have a much longer life. Also, their articulated front-end steering is easier on the tires as well. VISIBILITy operators who work in a variety of applications will experience better visibility with a compact wheel loader than they will with a skid steer. Because of its body design, the compact wheel loader sits a bit higher, which improves the visibility when dumping and using attachments. RoADInG ABILITIES not only does a compact wheel loader inflict less wear on the tires, but it also has beneficial roading capabilities. With its 1020 mph speed, travelling quickly within large job sites without sacrificing power is a huge benefit of a compact wheel loader.

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