Construction Machinery ME October 2021

ISSUE 117 2021 OCTOBER

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CONTENTS OCTOBER 2021

6_NEWS The latest news from across the region and further afield.

18_MYCRANE LAUNCHES IN THE REGION World’s first B2B crane sector digital platform of its kind opens up operations and office in Dubai and Oman with franchisee appointments.

20_POWER LEADER Cummins Arabia MD Amit Deshpande tells CMME about the power and engine solutions giant’s future moves in the Middle East.

24_BACK TO LIVE The Big 5 held in Dubai last month, saw the construction industry

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EDITORIAL OC TOBER 2021

GROUP MANAGING DIRECTOR RAZ ISLAM raz.islam@cpitrademedia.com +971 4 375 5471 MANAGING PARTNER VIJAYA CHERIAN vijaya.cherian@cpitrademedia.com +971 4 375 5713 DIRECTOR OF FINANCE & BUSINESS OPERATIONS SHIYAS KAREEM shiyas.kareem@cpitrademedia.com +971 4 375 5474 PUBLISHING DIRECTOR ANDY PITOIS andy.pitois@cpitrademedia.com +971 4 375 5473

TRANSPARENCY WINS Sweden is often cited as one of the most ethical countries in the world in terms of how its society and business conduct themselves. Transparency is a part of Swedish business practice like few other places in the world - and this of course has its rub-off effect on the way Swedish companies do business worldwide.

In this issue, we present one such example of transparency – or as close to the practice as is possible in the Middle East – practised by Volvo CE, that quintessentially Swedish of business entities. In our cover story on Volvo excavators, the OEM giant does what few others have done before in the Middle East: report on comparison tests it has conducted with excavators from competing brands right on the sands of Arabia to find out how good they or their competitors are in our conditions.

While not going as far as naming the competing machines and brands – a practice that would be considered anathema in our region – it still does not shy away from giving the details about how it pitted the other machines against its own, the parameters that were tested and evaluated, and the results.

Of course, as one might expect at this stage, the results favour Volvo, and some may smell a rat here. However, given Sweden’s reputation - and global rankings - for ethical business practices and Volvo’s own efforts in this regard, if any company has the credibility to claim truthfulness in its reporting, it is Volvo.

Even if one ignores a predictable pattern in the way Volvo reports the advantages of its machines over the competition, what is remarkable is that it is at least taking a step that few other OEMs have taken in the region.

Indeed, yours truly can testify to making several exhortations to all the major OEMs to provide spare machines for independently conducted comparison tests only to find them humming and hawing in deflection.

Maybe it’s time for the region to be a bit more courageous and confident in the products available here and their intrinsic strengths, and take this step. After all, such tests take place all the time in the advanced Western markets. So why not here?

Moving on, what Volvo’s tests revealed was that their excavators are fuel efficient and clean in terms of emissions. At this juncture in time, when concern for the environment is seeping into a Middle East hitherto nonchalant about the matter, Volvo CE is keeping up a practice that is at the top of its group’s - and indeed its home country’s – priorities.

Several other companies are following suit globally and also in the region. One of them, Cummins Arabia, is bringing its huge technological expertise, knowledge and experience to bear on hydrogen fuel cells, in which its managing director feels the Middle East has a great future.

Another sign of a good, if not great, future was the Big 5 event last month, which marked the return of the regional construction industry to live, in-person, international events. While footfall was nowhere near 2019 levels, the pleasant surprise was that there was the amount of footfall that it did record, and the presence of a sizeable number of exhibitors from distant parts of the globe.

Hopefully, more global transparency on the pandemic situation will move things along faster in a positive direction.

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CONGRATULATIONS SDLG FOR WINNING

Top Quality Awards in the world, The Only & First Chinese Construction Equipment Brand, The leader in China’s Construction Equipment Industry.

SDLG won ARE-QP Award (Asian Quality Award for short) in 2017, which was granted by Asian Network for Quality (ANQ).

AMTRAC- Lebanon

Genserv - Oman

COMAT Tunisia

Al Zwetina General Trading Llc- Libya

AMTRAC Bldg - Blvd. Naher El Mott Jdeidet el Maten P.O.Box: 80-1000 Beirut, Lebanon Tel: +961 70 222131/141

P.O. Box: 2690 Ruwi Postal Code 112, Sultanate of Oman Tel: +968 244 90 755 Fax: +968 244 93 327

ADD: Route de Gabès KM1 Sfax 3003 Tunisia Tel: +216 74 468 710 Cell: +216 98 410 508

POST BOX 28086, DUBAI – U.A.E (For Libya market) Cell: 00218926776070

Al-Futtaim Auto & Machinery Co. LLC, KSA

Ghabbour - Egypt

NECST Motors Kenya Ltd- Kenya&Tanzania

Kilo 6 Makkah Road , P.O. Box 1700 , Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, 21441 Tel: +966 12 680 4444

KM3 - Cairo / Alex Agricukltural Road, Egypt Tel: +20 2 214 6646

Place Four Forty Six, Mlolongo, Machakos County Cell: +254 727 534 593

Address: 5 Mozambique Road, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia +251 114 34 16 11/12

Al-Futtaim Auto & Machinery Company, UAE

Jamil Odeh & Sons Co - Jordan

National Industrial Group - Yemen

P.o.box 473 Abu Alanda 11592 Amman, Jordan Tel.: +962 6 4160409

SBMH- Morocco

Republic of Yemen- Amran Province, the principal Sana’a Street Tel: +967 -7-600359- 602693 Cell: +967 - 711644550 - 777773540

Rue 8 Lotissement Al Assam Nº 10, Kenitra, Morocco Tel: +212 5 37371236

Darb Albehar Construction Machinery Co.Iraq

SMT- Algeria

Alwaha-Bridge Alwaha Area City - Al Nasiriyah, Iraq Tel: 00964 7819553440

Lot n°267, Voie B - ZI Roubia Rouiba 16012 Alger, Algeria Tel: +213 23 87 38 77

Al Swality Al Rasheedy Investment Co .LTDSudan

Kuwait China Cooperation Gen. Trading Co.Kuwait

ADD: MANDANI ST. NEAR TO BASHAIR GAS STATION KHARTOUM - Sudan TEL: 00249964044444

Plot B-131, Al Ramoul - Rashidiya PO Box 5502, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Tel: +971 4 2135100

Arabian Agencies Company - Qatar New Industrial Area; Street #43 P O Box 22329, Doha, Qatar Tel: +974 44600506 / 44500925 / 44500926

Ascendum Makina - Turkey Fatih Mah. Katip Çelebi Cad. No: 43 PK 34956 Tuzla / İstanbul, Turkey Tel: +90 216 581 80 00

Elite Motors - Georgia GEORGIA - Elite Motors 48 Apt., 8B Kandelaki Str.0160 Tbilisi, Georgia Tel: +995 32 215 50 00

Panasonic Tower, Room No. 1804 Kuwait Tel: +965 25414357 Cell: +965 69901305

Tana Engineering Plc. - Ethiopia

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OUTDATED DEVELOPMENTS UNDER PRESSURE BY NEW BUILDS IN DUBAI, JLL SAYS

Knight Frank Middle East continues strengthening of UAE StratCon Advisory teams

There’s a lot to take away from this article but it is clear that this proves that you can’t keep piling on new units into the market without a few casualties along the way. The most

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obvious being older homes

NEOM presents vision and plans to 150-leading design and construction firms

that lack the overall polish and infrastructure offered in newer communities and areas. Of course, in real estate, that has been the

INTERVIEW: Delivering value in the Holy City

case since time immemorial but few property markets are quite like Dubai’s.

Certainly, there are not

CONSTRUCTION

many that have seen

AD Ports Group inks deal with CMA CGM for new terminal

residential building defy global economic realties for years but have stock that is ageing far ahead of its time. It is not surprising that we are not seeing the rapid bounce back of prices that have boosted other real estate markets

CONSTRUCTION

but the changes to home

Chapman Taylor showcases masterplan for community on Al Reem Island

ownership laws and the slowdown to construction projects is ultimately keeping the market stable.

It is really heartening to see both tourists and corporates still feeling the pull of Dubai, proving that it remains a global destination with a bright future.

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Volvo develops novel electrohydraulic system

EXPERTS: How to avoid costly disputes in the UAE

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VIRTUAL REALITY TECH

SERIOUS LABS SIMULATOR FOR IPAF CARD RENEWAL

JECTS, O R P W E N OFFICES, W E N , S E HIN AROUND K O NEW MAC O L E IVES – W T A MONTH I T S I I N H I T W E NE W WHAT’S N T A N O I G THE RE

Renault Trucks K400 mixers for Oryx Mix Renault Trucks has delivered ten units of its heavy-duty K 440 8x4 rigid chassis construction trucks to UAE concrete supplier Oryx Mix to handle concrete industry requirements across the Northern Emirates.

Renault Trucks said the new trucks are equipped with 12 CBM transit concrete mixers and have been supplied by its dealer United Diesel. They join Oryx Mix’s existing fleet of 240 units and will “help optimise local operations with their functionality and fuel efficiency”. Oryx Mix will use the trucks to transport ready mix concrete across Dubai, Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah.

According to Renault Trucks, Oryx Mix’s new models will ease operations and increase efficiency while delivering high levels of safety for drivers. The K 440 model was found to be a suitable match for the needs of Oryx Mix’s operations, with its combination of an

Optidriver AT 2612F gearbox, with an automatic clutch, a 445-litre tank and a 440hp engine reducing operational costs by lowering fuel consumption.

Mohamed Abdullah Al Faihan, deputy CEO, Oryx Mix, said: “These new Renault Trucks will add immense value to our operations, as proven during the testing phase. The trucks, which feature a comfortable cabin for the driver and holistic safety features, will be used for concrete mixing and further operations by Oryx Mix. In particular, the aftersales offers and the support of the aftersales personnel paved the way for us to choose Renault Trucks.”

Guillaume Zimmermann, commercial director, Renault Trucks Middle East, said: “This partnership with Oryx Mix represents another major milestone in the growth of the brand in the region. Once again, we are proud to see a major national operator (trusting) Renault Trucks.”

Marking the first time that equipment operators may renew their license by simulator, without even touching a physical machine, the International

HAULOTTE

Powered Access Federation (IPAF)

GROWS 12% IN H1

has approved Serious Labs’ mobile

Powered access

elevating work platform (MEWP)

equipment

virtual reality (VR) operator training

heavyweight

simulator for renewals of its Powered

Haulotte has

Access License (PAL) card.

reported a 12%

Jim Colvin, CEO, Serious Labs,

rise in revenue

said: “This is a major milestone for

in the first half

the safety and training industry. The

of this year

impact of this approval by such a

compared with

trusted and esteemed organisation as

the same period

IPAF will make training renewals, and

in 2020, with total

safety overall, more accessible and

sales for the six

convenient. That will help save lives,

months settling

increase uptime and reduce accidents.

at $285.15m.

The fact that heavy equipment

Haulotte said that

operators can now renew their license

the improvement

through simulation for the first time

comes despite

ever is a testament to the years of hard

global constraints

work by our team here at Serious Labs,

and difficulties

as well as to the commitment to safety

in sourcing of

by the access industry as a whole.”

components,

The simulated MEWP PAL card

even as the

renewal tests existing PAL card holders

aerial work

through a VR-based replica of the IPAF

platform market

3a/3b practical test. Two scenarios

is recovering

go through a pre-use check on the

strongly in most

machine, and a practical course, just as

regions around

if the operator was on a machine in the

the world.

real world. Created from the data and

Current operating

results of trials over the course of eight

income,

months, the course uses an abridged

excluding

theory session but the same practical

exchange gains

session, based on ISO 18878 that is

and losses, have

used in the standard 3a and 3b courses.

reached $13.36m,

The trial used experienced operators

or +4.7% of sales,

with a minimum three years’ experience

compared with

who each held a valid PAL card.

+2.3% in the

Peter Douglas, CEO and managing

first half of the

director of IPAF, said: “These additions

previous year.

to IPAF’s training fully embrace the possibilities afforded by new technology. They are borne out of ingenuity and informed by the flexible ways our training centres learnt to meet demand for quality powered access training through the pandemic.”

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WEATHERING COVID IMPACT

JCB REMAINED PROFITABLE IN 2020

Konecranes to supply Dubai WtE plant

Konecranes has been selected to supply cranes to one of the world’s largest Waste-to-Energy (WtE) plants in Dubai.

An international consortium comprising Hitachi Zosen Inova, Dubai Holding, Dubal Holding, ITOCHU Corporation, BESIX Group and the Tech Group will deliver the engineering, procurement and construction of the turnkey plant, plus a minimum of 30 years’ operation

NEW VP AT TEREX UTILITIES Terex Corporation has appointed Darryl Niven as vice president and general manager of Terex Utilities effective August 30 and reporting to John L. Garrison, Jr., CEO of Terex Corporation. Niven has over 30 years of experience in the field.

and ownership of the resource recovery facility.

Located in Warsan, Dubai, the facility will treat 5,000t of non-recyclable municipal solid waste per day, making a total of up to 1,900,000t per year that will be converted into renewable energy.

The 200mW of electricity generated will be fed into the local grid as baseload energy while construction materials will be produced from the bottom ash.

Konecranes will provide four 28t x 30m span fully automated WtE process cranes supplied with 18m3 grabs, and one 65t x 19m span SMARTON crane for boiler house maintenance use. The cranes will be delivered to the site in 2022, with handover in 2024.

Among included Konecranes Smart Features for support, safety and productivity are Sway Control, Shock Load Prevention, Slack Rope Prevention, Protected Areas, and Target Positioning.

With Konecranes digital services including TRUCONNECT, the crane use and maintenance can be monitored through the yourKONECRANES customer portal. In addition, the equipment will use the DynaReg feature, which recycles power generated by the hoists.

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KOMATSU AIMS FOR GREEN 2050 Komatsu is targeting the year 2050 to achieve carbon neutrality, upholding its new long-term vision of achieving

Despite a severe impact of the Covid-19

virtually zero

pandemic on its global manufacturing

carbon emissions.

operations, construction machinery

The company

heavyweight JCB has announced that

outlined the target

it remained profitable in 2020 even

in its integrated

as it saw a 26% fall in sales turnover.

report - Komatsu

Announcing its annual financial

Report 2021 –

results for 2020, the Staffordshire, UK-

issued recently, in

based manufacturer said it recorded

which it also broke

a sales turnover of $4.24bn, down

down the steps it

from the $5.74bn it recorded in 2019.

will take to achieve

Machine sales decreased to 74,590

the goal. Under the

units from 92,216 units sold in 2019.

current mid-term

Earnings on an EBITDA basis stood at

management

$311.8m for 2020, whereas the figure

plan, Komatsu has

stood at $566m the year before.

defined the target

JCB CEO Graeme Macdonald said: “In

of reducing CO2

March 2020, $1.36bn worth of orders

emissions by 50%

disappeared overnight with the onset of

by 2030 from

Covid-19 and JCB was forced to close

2010 levels.

its 21 manufacturing plants around the world for around two months. Despite the severe impact on its business, JCB remained profitable in 2020 as it has done for the past 76 years. The turnaround in 2021 has been dramatic (with) four times the usual order bank.”

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Doosan light towers now in region The Portable Power business of Doosan Bobcat has launched the new LVL 50 Hz portable light tower for markets in the Middle East and Africa.

Doosan Bobcat said the new LVL light tower is designed for reliability and durability, and is very suitable for the rental market. It has a compact footprint for increased job-site mobility and cost-effective transport, and is also available as a 60Hz model.

Applications include lighting for special events, road and bridge construction sites and all general construction applications, as well as providing

lighting for emergency and disaster relief, oil & gas drilling and for mining and quarrying locations, said the manufacturer.

“The new LVL 50Hz light tower has a power train based around the Yanmar L48N5 Tier 2 diesel engine. Thanks to a high

NEW ELECTRIC MARKET REPORT

CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTOR AWARDS TO REACH $24BN IN UAE THIS YEAR

MOBILE CRANE FROM MANITEX Manitex Valla

output alternator, the LVL Light Tower provides light and power with classleading run-time. The fuel tank capacity allows an extended runtime for the four LED lights of 220 hours (200 hours for the 60Hz version),” said Doosan Bobcat’s statement.

It added that the clamshell-style canopy lifts easily for quick access to service points, ensuring routine maintenance is quick and easy to perform without having to take the machine apart. The mast on the light tower can be raised to a height of 7m and is raised by dual, hand-operated winches and features an automatic safety brake.

GENIE TOOL KIT FOR LOAD SENSE A new calibration tool kit from Genie Parts includes everything service personnel need for easier and faster full load calibration test of Genie boom lifts equipped with digital Load Sense.

The Load Sense Calibration Kit is expected to be available in the EMEARI Region before end 2021.

Hamm improves HP pneumatic rollers

has launched An estimated $24.7bn worth

share of new contractor

a new radio or

of construction contracts

awards in the UAE in 2021,

cab controlled

are expected to be awarded

valued at $12.6bn.

compact electric

in the UAE this year, says

This is followed by

mobile crane in

a new report published

the oil & gas sector at

the medium-large

recently, which adds that

$8.4bn, power and water

range for the

the country has entered

construction projects at

Valla Pick & Carry

a post-Covid rebound

$2.2bn, and infrastructure,

cranes to handle

on the back of increased

which includes roads,

indoor loads while

government expenditure

bridges, railways and

maintaining

and a fresh injection of

ports, valued at $2bn.

compactness. The

foreign investment.

Ventures ONSITE’s

new V210R has

report was prepared for the

either radio remote

report releases this month

Hardware + Tools Middle

control or direct

by project intelligence

East 2021 trade fair, which

control from its

platform Ventures ONSITE,

opened yesterday at the

cabin. Width is

which based its assessment

Dubai World Trade Centre.

1980mm max and

This was projected in a

on the UAE launching

The three-day event was

height 2000mm,

several measures to attract

a dedicated exhibition for

turning radius

investment and visitors.

tools, hardware, materials,

4100mm and max

equipment and machinery,

capacity is 21t.

According to the report, projects in the residential,

held in partnership with

commercial, airports,

Zhejiang International

sports facilities, hotels

Trade Fair (Dubai) from

and recreational facilities,

China, organised by the

healthcare and education

Department of Commerce

sectors, hold the lion’s

of Zhejiang Province.

Hamm’s new HP series pneumatic-tyre rollers increase productivity and offer a better operator environment, incorporating large, newly designed water tanks for fewer refilling stops and ergonomically designed cabs with high visibility – among a host of other new features.

The Wirtgen Group company said the new HP series models stands out thanks to the large, newly designed water tank. Like the diesel tank, it is generously dimensioned so that the machines have

sufficient capacity for a full working day without refill stops.

For the HP series, Hamm has developed a uniform platform as the basis for all model variants in every market throughout the world. Based on this, Hamm is also continuing to offer the pneumatic-tyre rollers in different basic versions: The HP 180 or HP 180i model comes with a minimum working weight of 8t and a maximum operating weight of 18t, while the HP 280 or HP 280i model has working weights between 10t and 28t.

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EMISSION FREE LOGISTICS

COMBILIFT LAUNCHES XLE ELECTRIC LIFT TRUCK

Electro-hydraulic system from Volvo

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has developed a new Common Pressure Rail Hybrid system for hydraulic efficiency in excavators, which improves performance while reducing CO2 emissions.

The Swedish equipment giant said a Volvo CE team from Sweden and South Korea has worked closely with Finnish company Norrhydro in the research project, leveraging an idea initially born out of academic collaborations.

Volvo said that in line with the Group’s net zero value ambitions by 2040, the innovation has matured into a real-world solution with ongoing customer trials in the field and it is expected to accelerate the

introduction of e-mobility across Volvo CE’s larger excavator platform.

The company anticipates the new technology to be available in the excavator market in a near future.

Lars Stenqvist, CTO, Volvo Group, explained: “This innovation enables Volvo CE to offer its customers a truly unique electro-hydraulic solution, pushing fuel efficiency to new levels. It’s demonstrating the passion of our engineers to bring forward customeroriented solutions and systems that will drive the transformation towards net-zero emissions operations.

Also, it’s again an example of our strength working in partnerships and achieving amazing results.”

The system has been awarded the Volvo Technology Award, a recognition for outstanding technical advances that contribute to the enhancement of the Volvo Group’s high-tech competitiveness.

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NEW GM FOR HUSQVARNA MEA Husqvarna Construction has appointed Jeff Bennett as general manager for its Middle East and Africa operations.

His responsibility is to implement strategic measures to achieve rapid growth and raise the Swedish brand’s market share in the region.

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requirements of tough

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working environments

emission-free Combi-

such as in timber,

TRACKUNIT

XLE, as a further

concrete and steel.

ACQUIRES ZTR IOT

addition to its range of

DIVISION

electric models.

Telematics

The multidirectional

Combilift CEO and co-Founder Martin McVicar, said: “The

provider Trackunit

Combi-XLE forklift has

technology we have

has acquired the

a lift capacity of up to

incorporated into the

Industrial IoT

5t, which it combines

Combi-XLE means

division of ZTR

with emission-free

that its performance is

with the aim

operation and powerful

equally on a par with

of serving the

performance for a wide

diesel or LPG powered

growing demands

range of industries and

forklifts when it comes

of the construction

applications. Combilift

to handling very bulky

industry as a new

said the new model is in

and heavy loads, while

combined entity,

response to the growing

of course offering a

extending its core

demand for electric

greener operation. Now

focus to accelerate

powered equipment.

over 60% of the trucks

digitalisation in

The company added

we make are electric, as

construction.

that the original engine

more customers opt for

Soeren Brogaard,

powered XL C-Series

electric power.”

CEO, Trackunit, said: “Together, we are strengthening our core focus on enabling the ecosystem of construction. By combining...we’re increasing the value customers get from their data.”

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Snorkel unveils first lithium RT boom

Access equipment maker Snorkel has unveiled the ninth model in its lithiumion battery powered family of rough terrain mobile elevating work platforms and telehandlers, with the new Snorkel A46JRTE becoming the company’s first lithium powered boom lift.

Making its global debut at the Vertikal Days exhibition in the UK last month, the new A46JRTE joined eight other lithium-powered Snorkel models which have been introduced since late 2019, including the SL26RTE and SL30RTE electric Speed Levels, the S2255RTE,

S2755RTE, S2770RTE, S3370RTE and S3970RTE electric rough terrain scissor lifts, and the electric SR5719E/SR626E compact rough terrain telehandler.

Snorkel said the A46JRTE uses the same lithium-ion battery pack solution as the other models in the family and offers a “true zero emission rough terrain solution”, without compromising on the reliability and four-wheel drive capabilities of the diesel equivalent. It comes as standard with three 111Ah (5.75kWh) lithium-ion battery packs, which satisfies many applications, including heavy-use, Snorkel said.

The automotive-quality lithiumion battery packs are produced in the Northeast of England and are individually equipped with the latest battery management systems (BMS). Requiring zero maintenance, the battery packs have been tested in climatic chambers between -25°C and +60°C, making them suitable for use in most environments.

IPAF ROLLS OUT NEW MEMBERSHIP CATEGORY The International Powered Access Federation has introduced a ‘Safety Professional’ member category, - a cost-effective membership for professionals in health and safety or related supervisory roles in the powered access and allied sectors to benefit from IPAF and its activities.

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LIEBHERR 34 K AT DUTCH TOWER

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n the Dutch port city of Rotterdam, a Liebherr 34 K fast-erecting crane was in operation at one of the tallest residential towers in Europe this summer, the Zalmhaven I, part of the De Zalmhaven development. Under construction since November 2018, De Zalmhaven has three towers in total, of which Zalmhaven I is the tallest at 215m. The other two tower blocks, Zalmhaven II and III, are both 70m high.

Designed by architectural firms Dam & Partners and KAAN Architects, the project encompasses 452 apartments and penthouses, 33 town houses, a multi-storey car park, offices, commercial space, a roof garden and a restaurant with views of the Rotterdam skyline.

The development is scheduled for completion in 2022.

The Liebherr 34 K fast-erecting crane with a hook height of 20m was in place on the roof of what will eventually be the restaurant since mid-June. Its job, working at a height of 190m, was to dismantle part of the lifting platform, which had been used during the construction of Zalmhaven I. The lifting platform extended upwards along with the tower, level by level, and was practically a moving workshop in which the engineers were able to work as they would do on the ground. Because of this concept, the Zalmhaven I site

had so far managed without the use of a tower crane. But things changed with the assembly of the 34 K, which was operated via remote control.

The crane needed to fit inside the lifting platform structure.

Engineers used 3D simulation ahead of time to calculate how this could best be achieved. An extra issue was that the space between the platform base and the overhead crane was extremely tight for a crane assembly. The longest possible reach but also as compact as possible – the solution was the 34 K from Liebherr.

Measuring 3.5m in height when folded, the crane was small enough to fit into the platform structure. And with a jib length of 30m, it was large enough to be able to dismantle the roof without time-consuming relocations. The roof parts to be removed weighed 1.2-1.5t.

The overhead crane first lifted ballast weighing more than 17t, followed by the 34 K, weighing in at 15t. The overhead crane is capable of lifting up to 23t at a time. The next day, the ballast was mounted and the crane unfolded itself above the rooftops of the Dutch port city.

In contrast to a top-slewing crane, the fast-erecting crane assembles and disassembles itself without additional aid. When the assignment was completed in mid-July, the overhead crane returned the 34 K to the ground.

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“Measuring 3.5m in height when folded, the crane was small enough to fit into the platform structure. And with a jib length of 30m, it was large enough to be able to dismantle the roof without time-consuming relocations”

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GOLDHOFER SNAKES THROUGH MEXICO

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rom March through May this year, Mexian transport company Transportes Muciño performed a groundbreaking transport job on an extremely challenging route, moving two major components weighing 380t and 320t from the port of Tampico to Tamazunchale II on behalf of Mitsubishi Power Americas.

Under construction in the Mexican state of San Luis Potosí, Tamazunchale II is a 514mW gasfired power plant, the largest in Latin America. The heaviest component was a generator weighing 380t and measuring 10,200 x 5,430 x 5,410mm.

Since the route included multiple obstacles, conventional heavy-dutymodule combinations were not feasible. With the trust of Mitsubishi Power Americas, Transportes Muciño

turned to the equipment from Goldhofer to perform the job.

Raúl Cuevas, commercial director at Transportes Muciño, said: “Mitsubishi placed their trust for this challenging job in us. For us, transportation is about teamwork, so we wanted a partner we had worked with in the past: a value that Mitsubishi, Muciño and Goldhofer share. That is why we decided to face this project with Goldhofer.”

Inclines of up to 19%, hairpin turns, and narrow roads posed a challenge for Muciño’s project engineers, one that took the absolute commitment, teamwork, and the efficiency of Goldhofer’s transport solutions to solve. In the end, multiple combinations of Goldhofer heavy-duty modules and the FAKTOR 5 high girder bridge

were put to use. The gross weight without trucks was up to 705t.

Nevertheless, the transport could not have been performed without the Goldhofer ADDRIVE and the allnew ADDRONIC. Starting with a 2x 18-axle line FAKTOR 5 combination with one pushing and two towing trucks, the two ADDRIVE modules supported the combination. At the city of Jaltocan, the Muciño team reconfigured the convoy to a 2x 9-axle parallel combination with now four 6-axle line ADDRIVE modules synchronised via ADDRONIC. The combined traction of three tractors and the ADDRIVE modules were able to handle inclines of up to 14% on extremely narrow roads. With detached tractors, the convoy traversed over 46 hairpin

turns, even passing a 54-degree bend in Chapulhuacanito. After another reconfiguration to a 2x 12axle line parallel combination, the Muciño team made their way to the power plant. For the last mile to Tamazunchale II, the synchronised ADDRIVE modules once again played to their strengths and independently moved the convoy through a 19% decline to its final destination.

More than 126 curves were expanded in order to accommodate such a large configuration. Six major bridge reinforcements also had to be made. Some of the bridges even had to be crossed without trucks in order to reduce the total weight and avoid long detours. Transportes Muciño, and the Goldhofer and Mitsubishi’s logistics teams spent more than 16 months preparing for the project.

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SHAPING THE FUTURE

INNOVATIONS IN MACHINERY ARE CHANGING THE WAY CONSTRUCTION IS DONE AND THE INDUSTRY IS PROJECTED TO SEE A SURGE IN DEMAND FOR ENVIRONMENT-FRIENDLY AND ECONOMICALLY SUSTAINABLE EQUIPMENT, SAYS JEFF BENNETT, GM, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA, AT HUSQVARNA CONSTRUCTION

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he world is evolving faster than ever before. Today, 55% of the global population live in urban areas and this figure is projected to reach 68% by 2050, giving rise to the need for affordable housing as well as social, transportation and utility infrastructure.

According to the global forecast for the construction industry, over 60% of global construction activity will be undertaken in emerging markets by 2025, up from 35%. The volume of construction output will grow by more than 70% to $15 trillion worldwide by 2025, with an expansion rate of 3.6% every year between 2018 and 2022. Additionally, by 2050, experts suggest that there will be two billion additional city dwellers and hence sustainable urbanisation will pose a major construction challenge and the industry must strive to find innovative new products and solutions, to contribute to building better cities.

The construction industry plays a significant role in the Middle East region’s economic development.

In 2018, $101.8bn worth of projects were awarded across the GCC, which went up to $102.3bn in 2019.

Pre-Covid, an upside was anticipated on growth prospects, primarily driven by significant investment in infrastructure and major capital projects across key sectors, such as hospitality, entertainment, education, and healthcare. The muted growth of the sector is reflective of the economic impact of the pandemiclinked lockdowns. The construction equipment industry, which depends highly on GDP growth and economic activity, faced the same headwinds as other industrials during the pandemic.

The global construction equipment market size is projected to reach $205bn by 2025, from an estimated value of $169.3bn in 2020, growing at 3.9% CAGR. The increasing number of infrastructure projects and mega construction projects are anticipated to further fuel the demand for construction equipment during the forecast period.

Advancements in construction machinery are

mainly focused on equipment that will help drive change in the industry with more environmentally friendly and efficient ways of working. Operatorcentric solutions focused on improving the health and safety of construction professionals will be a norm at future construction sites.

Battery powered construction products are examples of such advancement, causing less damage to the environment and driving up efficiency.

Secondly, dust and slurry management solutions, as well as remote controlled machinery that keeps the operator safe and healthy, are revolutionising the construction industry and offering countless benefits to companies and their customers around the world. As the pandemic begins to abate, businesses are looking at robust technology models that will help with planning and implementing construction activities keeping the health and safety of their employees as the top priority. Hence, construction equipment is facing a very different landscape, when exploring the next normal for the industry.

Commercial, residential and infrastructure

17 construction projects depend heavily on equipment such as cutters, dozers, excavators and wheeled loaders. To date, these machines have almost exclusively been diesel-powered, with some that can plug into the mains, with the hazard of a trailing cable. Also, cutting, drilling, grinding and demolishing concrete, brick and other hard construction materials creates dust and slurry.

Construction dust can cause serious damage to health and some types can eventually even lead to death. Regularly inhaling dust over a long period can cause life-threatening lung diseases.

Moreover, dust also has a significant impact on tools, substantially reducing their operational life span.

But with the advent of new technology, more and more companies will rely on battery-powered and eco-friendly equipment on construction sites, taking advantage of rapid improvements in the lightweight and powerful lithium-ion battery technology. These battery-powered machines are no less powerful or productive in comparison to traditional diesel

models and since the usage of these machines is free from direct emissions and smoke, companies can gain a competitive advantage and demonstrate sustainable construction methods.

For the dust particles hovering in the air at construction sites, it is important to always use work methods for safe and efficient dust control that catch dust at the source and prevent it from becoming airborne. The industry is moving towards using high-quality professional dust control equipment and personal protective equipment that can catch even the smallest silica particles. These compact, lightweight machines are equipped with one, two or three powerful, single-phase electric motors with separate cooling, capable of running continuously all workday. This makes them suitable for all construction and restoration jobs, as well as for use with electric power tools. For instance, the Husqvarna A-line includes the most advanced and versatile portable air cleaners that extend from the tool itself through to the vacuum removal. This improves workplace safety,

regardless of whether it is concrete dust, fine sanding dust or gypsum dust, while aiding in legal compliance.

Research shows that battery operated machinery can be economically viable for the construction industry. The benefits are endless. Not only do they provide better manoeuvrability, flexibility and safety, the benefits of battery-powered construction equipment also provide businesses with smart tools that are efficient, accurate and speedy for all employees. According to ‘The Future Home Report’

by Eurocell’s, 49% of consumers responded that they would be more likely to buy or rent an ecoconscious home, putting the pressure on construction companies to emit less, pollute less and build the world we want to live in, in a sustainable manner.

The innovations in this industry clearly represent advancement. In the near future, the industry will witness a surge in demand for battery-powered machinery, which will expand their share in the market as both environmentally friendly and economically sustainable solutions for construction equipment.

“Research shows that battery operated machinery can be economically viable for the construction industry. The benefits are endless”

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NEW LAUNCH OC TOBER 2021

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new digital platform for the search and selection of cranes and lifting services, MYCRANE, has announced an expansion of its footprint in the Middle East with the appointment of four new franchisees on the sidelines of the Big 5 construction trade show in Dubai held last month.

The partnerships announced

by MYCRANE mark the launch

of its operations in the key markets of the UAE, Oman, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. The digital platform, billed as the world’s first of its kind for the cranes sector, also announced the opening of its offices in Muscat, Nur-Sultan and Tashkent, and its head office in Dubai. The signing of the franchisee partnership for the UAE and Oman took place in Dubai with Kirill Vishensky, a veteran of the cranes and heavy-lifting, logistics and oil & gas sectors in the region.

The global business-to-business (B2B) platform – accessed at www.my-crane.com – simplifies the process of crane rental procurement, allowing

users to submit details of their lifting requirements in order to receive personalised quotes from a range of registered crane providers. It is already operational in Russia, and has been developed by Andrei Geikalo, a former commercial director at heavy lift specialist Mammoet.

According to a statemen from MYCRANE, customers of the platform can simply and quickly request a crawler, mobile or tower crane without having to rely on manual processes, such as calling suppliers or making multiple offline requests. The service, operated in countries around the world

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MYCRANE adds that it draws from its management team’s experience in the industry to provide a carefully designed platform that ensure ease of use, with the quotes generated directly comparable. Registration is free for both users and equipment rental companies.

“The confirmation of four franchisees so soon after our launch is a testament to the strength of the MYCRANE concept,” says Geikalo.

“Our new partners share our passion for changing the way the crane rental business works, and we would now be happy to hear from other entrepreneurs who may be interested in operating

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Besides the lifting services search, MYCRANE offers a number of other tools for the crane industry, including a “Marketplace” to advertise used equipment, rigging equipment, spare parts and auxiliaries, plus career vacancies. It also has a news section for users to stay up to date with the latest industry developments, while in-house support services, such as engineering and legal consultancy, are also available.

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INTERVIEW OC TOBER 2021

POWER LEADER

CUMMINS IS AT THE FOREFRONT OF INNOVATION IN THE POWER AND ENGINES SECTOR, LEADING THE WAY IN HARNESSING ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SOURCES AND UTILISATION OF TECHNOLOGY TO DERIVE MAXIMUM BENEFIT FOR CUSTOMERS, SAYS AMIT DESHPANDE, MANAGING DIRECTOR, CUMMINS ARABIA

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hen it comes to engines, generators, power systems and solutions, one name bestrides the world like a colossus Cummins. The American multinational’s footprint can be found all around the globe in segments such as automotive, defence, construction machinery, marine power systems, power generators and solutions for power systems – among others.

And now, as the world looks towards a much-needed greener future, with the requirement for cleaner power sources, Cummins is once again at the forefront with its new technologies and energy solutions.

Spearheading this in the Middle East, and the company’s thrust in the region, is Amit Deshpande, managing director of Cummins Arabia. A veteran of the industry, Deshpande tells CMME that Cummins Arabia is a joint venture between Cummins Inc., USA and the Olayan Group of Saudi Arabia. Cummins Arabia represents Cummins distribution businesses in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait.

“Cummins Arabia is a primary distributor of Cummins products and services in Saudi Arabia, UAE and Kuwait. This joint venture was primarily formed with the vision of providing best-in-class technology and energy solutions to our customers in the territories we serve,” Deshpande says.

“In terms of our operations, I strongly believe that with the footprint we have, we are very well positioned to support our customers and OEM partners seamlessly in the region. We have 10 service branches, eight warehouses, a High Horsepower Master Rebuild Centre in JAFZA, Dubai, and our training facilities.

“Both Cummins and Olayan are very strong believers in and committed to corporate responsibility,

with the top three priorities being environment, education and equality of opportunity. As part of this we focus on initiatives such as localisation in terms of employment and skills transfer, where we work with multiple institutes to develop their interns and hire them wherever possible. Presently, our combined staff strength in the region for Cummins Arabia is around 350-plus employees.”

Speaking about his career and long experience in the sector Deshpande says: “This is my second stint with Cummins. I first worked with the company for 14 years starting 2000, in both India and the Middle East in segments such as distribution, power generation and power systems. I then spent three years with Weichai to start up their business here in the region and was then with Rolls Royce Power Systems for over four years. I’m back with Cummins now, at the helm of Cummins Arabia.

“Power systems and distributed energy have been my specialities throughout my career. I’ve mainly been in project management, sales, business development, sales strategy and general management roles.”

These roles, and the time he has spent in the sector, have allowed Deshpande to see how the landscape has progressed and changed. And he feels the Middle East is moving and evolving along with the global energy transition that is happening in the general industrial sector.

“Over the years, our region has also been an active participant in this energy transition happening globally. The more advanced western economies are more involved in this and perhaps the Middle East has a bit of catching up to do, but I think there is a lot of enthusiasm in the region for the transition to cleaner energy that is happening globally.

“This is not something that the region sees as a global fad that it needs to follow. In fact, this region is looking to position itself as a leader in this energy transition, especially with the bigger regional economies such as KSA and the UAE leading the way. They have realised

21 A long-established leader in the engines and power sector with conventional fossil fuels, Cummins is leading the charge into cleaner fuels, especially with its advancements in hydrogen fuel cells.

“We deliver total energy solutions. So, with the help of our engines and power generation portfolio, we focus on being a solution provider to meet customer demands and also once we have delivered our products, we are very well positioned to deliver the aftermarket support in terms of spare parts and services”

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HYDROGEN EVOLUTION

CUMMINS ARABIA COMMITED TO MENA REGION The demand for fossil fuels might dramatically decrease by 2030, giving rise to demand for hydrogen energy, which the MENA region is poised to become a world leader in fulfilling, feels Alan D. Kneisz, global business development director, Hydrogen and Fuel Cell, at Cummins.

Kneisz represented Cummins Arabia at the recently conducted 2nd MENA Energy Meet, elucidating the company’s energy transition endeavour at the collaborative platform for global and regional energy stakeholders.

Cummins has been expanding its footprint across the world with its hydrogen technology for a sustainable present and future. He added that with its research and innovation prowess, Cummins has been at the forefront of low-

carbon technologies, and with its 70-plus years of electrolysis and over 25 years of fuel cell production experience, has built a diverse Hydrogen Technology portfolio and expertise in battery, fuel cell and hydrogen production technologies.

The MENA region has potential

that oil is not here forever and there is an abundance of renewable energy in the region - and they would like to capitalise on that, positioning themselves as energy leaders and maintain their energy exporter status, but now as part of the new energy economy.

“When you talk about renewable energy carriers, hydrogen is something that is emerging at the forefront of this segment.

Hydrogen has been here in the region as part of the oil & gas industry for a long time with the various derivatives of the fertiliser industry and so on. But now you see the trend more towards green hydrogen, wherein we can use the renewable energy forms to produce hydrogen. And because our region is already a leader in solar energy and we have some of the lowest tariffs for solar power globally, that positions our region very well from a hydrogen standpoint. We can see several government driven policy changes, regulations and investments towards encouraging the use of hydrogen in our region.”

These changes have been mirrored in Cummins’ own way of working and in its product portfolio, Deshpande explains. “In our product portfolio, we were initially focusing on diesel engines and generators, but now in recent years we have seen an increasing tilt towards gas engines as well as electrification and the use of hydrogen.”

Giving more details about the company’s product range, he adds: “Primarily, we offer two lines of products in the regional market. One

A veteran of the sector, having spent 14 years with Cummins previously, Amit Deshpande, MD, Cummins Arabia, is bullish on the prospects of alternative energy in the Middle East.

he feels, due to captive markets both locally and in Europe with large demands of Green Hydrogen with aggressive decarbonisation targets. Showcasing the highlights of Cummins’ global leadership in electrolysis and fuel cell projects and its Green Hydrogen ecosystem, his presentation highlighted the Cummins product line - for both stationary and mobility applications, and the world’s most advanced Fuel Cell Modules.

“Cummins is well placed to achieve the same for hydrogen and fuel cells in MENA, backed by (our) real-world implementations in commercial applications, which includes the world’s first large FCEV bus fleet and the world’s largest fuel cell project with Alstom,” Kneisz says.

of our business units is the engine business unit and from this we mainly provide engines for various applications. These engines can be used in oil & gas, marine applications, mining, defence, automotive, construction and heavy machinery or power generation applications.

“The second line of products we have is the power generation product line, consisting of diesel and gas generator equipment used for various power needs: stand-by, prime or continuous power applications in multiple industries and sectors. Some of the

key ones are utilities, construction, rental, data centres, infrastructure, oil & gas and healthcare facilities.

“In addition to products, we also have a services side. We deliver total energy solutions.

So, with the help of our engines and power generation portfolio, we focus on being a solution provider to meet customer demands and also once we have delivered our products, we are very well positioned to deliver the aftermarket support in terms of spare parts and services. Our Master Rebuild Centre is also a part of this support.”

Deshpande adds that Cummins also differentiates its products for this region using its local engineering and project development team that looks at the local requirements of customers here. “For example, in case of an engine, they will look into what type of cooling system is required for the high ambient temperature conditions or the dust in the region. We ensure our products and systems are designed to last in those conditions and we also have new solutions, such as remote monitoring and telematics with which we help our clients by ensuring higher equipment uptime through monitoring its functioning.”

With all of these products and services, and a long history of operating excellence in the region, Deshpande says, the present time is one of change and adaptation, and cites customer behaviour as the proof.

“We’ve seen a change in the way customers are talking to us. Nowadays, there is a lot more talk on carbon footprint and going green. There have even been specific projects where we had to supply low emission power generating units. So, we find that people are gradually demanding machines with lower emission levels,” he observes.

“There are two specific aspects here. There is a lot of awareness about lower emission, and we are expecting the governments and local authorities are going to take note of it and accordingly implement the emission standards in our region. Secondly, gas is a much cleaner fuel compared to diesel, and we see increasing awareness about gas as well.

Typically, gas is used for power generation and automotive applications.

“On the supply side of fuels such as gas, currently the distribution network is not developed. There is already ample availability of gas in the region and we believe the day is not far when the countries will establish gas distribution facilities like we have for petrol and diesel.”

Coming to Cummins’ manufacturing footprint, Deshpande says it is very globally diversified. For the Middle East, the company brings its core products in from Cummins production bases from all around the world.

23 “We have production bases in the USA, UK, India and China. We have a welldiversified global supply chain to optimize manufacturing and logistics costs. Along with our global parts distribution centres, we also have regional parts distribution centres in Riyadh and Dubai.

“We are committed to localising a lot of the components that we supply to our clients here. For example, if we’re delivering an engine to an oil & gas customer, we will bring in the basic engine from the US factory and then do a lot of local value addition to develop the final power package. We make sure that we have a lot of added local components in our complete solution.

“We do this is our own facilities and we also have a strong network of vendors in the region. And this is part of our commitment to in-country value-add, in line with the vision of the governments of the three countries that Cummins Arabia operates in.”

A strong point for Cummins Arabia is that it serves its customers directly in this market. When it comes to the sales and service footprint, it has 10 branches across the region. “We have our own facilities, our own employees and technicians to serve our customers, which gives us direct first-hand contact and feedback from customers in terms of how we are serving them.

“However, when we execute a power plant project, for example, we also work with various sub-contractors to procure local electro-mechanical items like cables, soundproof enclosures, switchgear, piping or fuel tanks. Those are some of the components we develop locally with our vendors and package them in our complete final solution.”

Being a global market leader, Cummins is at the forefront of ushering in the future in its domain, and Deshpande points out some key things to look out for: “Hydrogen is emerging as very promising in the immediate future.

Over the years, Cummins has positioned itself very strongly in the hydrogen market by obtaining some of the key technologies through acquiring multiple companies in the hydrogen value chain.

“We have a portfolio of water electrolysers, both alkaline and PEM. We are into fuel cells; we are into hydrogen storage and distribution - so we have a complete end-to-end value chain right from producing hydrogen to storing and distribution and converting it back to either electricity or even using hydrogen as a fuel in our engine portfolio.”

He adds that Cummins has multiple clean energy solutions with which to participate in the new energy portfolio. These include battery storage solutions under which it can offer a power train for a truck or any other

Lowering operating costs and increasing reliability and uptime is the aim of Cummins Arabia, along with using technology to offer a high level of customer responsiveness in its projects.

mobile application with electric batteries. It is also active in the electric vehicle space as well as in natural gas and fuel cells.

“We are developing these with multiple OEMs’ product lines to power trucks, buses, construction machinery, airplanes and ferries with fuel cells and we are probably the only fuel cell manufacturer globally who has over 40 railway projects running on our fuel cells, which are used by Alstom in Germany and Austria. We are in talks with multiple endusers to create awareness about the use of

hydrogen in railway applications” Cummins sees hydrogen applications very broadly, in mobility solutions such as transportation and vehicles, from passenger cars to commercial vehicles, construction equipment, marine vessels and even railways, he adds. In stationary applications for fuel cells for powering mission critical facilities like data centres, hospitals and telecom applications, Cummins Arabia is “currently working with a very big client in the region to build one of the first fuel cell installations in the region, which we will be announcing publicly soon”.

When it comes to digtalisation and technologies like telematics, Deshpande says these are “at the core of how we improve our customer responsiveness and productivity as an organisation”.

“We are leveraging technology to improve the connectivity of our products and acquire data with which to do a lot of analytics around the use of the equipment, its lifetime and how we can extend the maintenance intervals and lower the total cost of ownership, as well as extend the uptime and life of the equipment.

We are doing this through extensive data acquisition and analytics. We’re also looking to establish some new business models based on these data that we are collecting.

I refer to businesses like energy consulting services, long term maintenance contracts, predictive maintenance or fuel and emission optimisation solutions for clients.

“Our main focus in whatever we do is to lower operating costs, improve reliability and uptime of the equipment and also be more responsive towards our customers.”

“We are leveraging technology to improve the connectivity of our products and acquire data with which to do a lot of analytics around the use of the equipment”

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BACK TO LIVE

THE BIG 5 EVENT HELD IN DUBAI LAST MONTH SAW THE INDUSTRY RETURN TO LIVE EVENTS IN THE REGION AND THE EQUIPMENT SECTOR COME BACK TO THE BIG 5 HEAVY. CMME WAS THERE TO CHECK OUT THE VIBE

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he most recent edition of The Big 5 took place at the Dubai World Trade Centre last month, marking a return to major in-person shows and events in the region’s construction sector after the world and the industry weathered the worst effects of the Covid-19 pandemic.

There was considerable interest in its return, although attendance at the event was way less than the levels experienced in its last edition in 2019. And understandably so, for travel is still largely restricted, making it difficult for potential attendees to come.

In the light of this, the footfall seemed encouraging and above expectations, but what was even more encouraging was the number of exhibitors who came in from all across the world.

In the construction equipment and machinery segment, the event had its special section - the Big 5 Heavy and Middle East Concrete – which were housed in Hall No.8 of the DWTC, as well as on an outdoor area dedicated to machinery in the courtyard at the entrance to the complex.

Among the major names that participated in the Big 5 Heavy section were the likes of Schwing Stetter and its local partner CMC, Quality Equipment Rental with its Platform Basket lifts, Polish mining equipment company Pronar, and others. The big names that took up space on the outdoor space were Zoomlion, MB Crusher and Jaspa.

Speaking to CMME about his company’s participation at the show, Najmeddine Sahraoui, regional manager, Middle East, at MB Crusher, says: “The response has been good, and we’ve had many customers with lots of interest in MB Crusher products, as we usually do. We are introducing new products, such as a new series of shaft screeners.

“We’re pushing our products and trying to improve our technologies constantly - which is what we are highlighting at this event. We introduced a new shaft screener technology recently with five shafts. This special technology has the shafts turning in opposite directions, which

increases the productivity for customers and also gives a better shape to the final product. There is great interest in it from the Middle East market and we’ve had detailed discussions on the product with customers here at Big 5. We will deliver it to the Middle East very shortly, mainly to customers the mining sector and also some in quarrying.”

MB Crusher’s stand was located on the outside, open-air area in the courtyard of the DWTC, a space that had other equipment manufacturers exhibiting their products. For Sahraoui, this was perhaps the only sticking point of the event.

“The Big 5 used to be held in November, but with this one in September this year, it’s still hot and not too comfortable in the outdoor areas. We have a prominent position in terms of visibility of our space and we’ve met many visitors, but the downside is the heat,” he says.

Another exhibitor sharing the outdoor area was Zoomlion. Chirag Saglani, marketing specialist, Middle East, at the Chinese giant, says: “We’ve had a good response at the Big 5 this year, and our staff and sales people have been kept fully occupied by a stream of visitors and customers.

We’ve signed contracts almost every day, and the level of business we achieved is quite satisfactory. I expect we will have ended up signing around five contracts by the end of the event this year. And there are more in the pipeline that we hope to finalise in the coming days. We’ve had very fruitful meeting with customers at the show this time.”

The machines for which Zoomlion signed contracts at the show were mainly mobile cranes, excavators and forklifts, he says, for customers in the UAE, from Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Fujairah, as well as one from Saudi Arabia.

“We’ve also received several enquiries about our concrete equipment. Our experience at the Big 5 this year is on trend with what we’ve seen in 2021. Last year was a difficult one, but things have picked up considerably this year. We already have ongoing projects where our machines are working - examples are government projects like Etihad Rail and solar parks.”

In the indoor area at the venue’s Hall 8, which

25 Participants in the Big 5 Heavy included reputed OEMs such as MB Crusher, who continued to repose faith in the event by returning to it after their participation in the last edition in 2019.

“We introduced a new shaft screener technology recently with five shafts.

This special technology has the shafts turning in opposite directions, which increases productivity for customers and also gives a better shape to the final product. There is great interest in it from the Middle East market “

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housed other equipment exhibitors, Schwing Stetter’s Karsten Hausmann says the Middle Eats market is in a good condition.

“Saudi Arabia, especially, is a good market for us and we’re doing well in some other countries too. Egypt and the UAE come to mind readily. In fact, 2020 was not a bad year for us and we’re expecting this year to turn out even better. We feel that growth is returning to this region, especially for concrete machinery.

Schwing exhibited at the Bog 5 with its long-standing local partner CMC, and Hausmann was all praise for the distributor.

“Our partnership with CMC has been for almost 40 years now, and what makes it tick is that there is trust on either side that the other will do the best for the brand and our customer. CMC is a company here with a long tradition of good service. It is very well known and offers a very high level of support to our customers. At Schwing we’re happy with CMC and therefore we are here at Big 5 together.”

Hausmann’s had expected there would be very few visitors from outside the UAE due to the pandemic situation, but says he’s pleasantly surprised by the people coming to the Schwing stand. “They’re from a cross section of neighbouring countries. Attendance is not bad and we’ve had serious meetings with many customers and prospects.”

“We’ve had a good response at the Big 5 this year, and sales people have been kept fully occupied by a stream of visitors In fact, Schwing secured two orders from Iraq at this event for its 56m boom pumps of its new pump type introduced recently. “This has been the biggest surprise for us, as this is a brand-new type of machine and these will be the first units for this region in the 56m boom class. Next year we will also have a new 51m boom model and there is a new truck mixerconcrete pump combination-in-one as well, along with a new series of truck mixers from Schwing. This event was a good platform to highlight all of these upcoming launches.”

UAE-based rental company Quality

The Big 5 Heavy saw exhibitors such as Schwing Stetter and CMC, QER rentals with their new Platform Basket offering and Poland’s Pronar, who were looking for dealers for their recycling machines.

Equipment Rental (QER) was at the Big 5 to promote its rental fleet as well as highlight its status as local distributors of Platform Basket.

Ashfaq Hussain, GM, QER, says: “The main product we are marketing at Big 5 is Platform Basket, which we have the distribution rights for in the region. The product is from Italy and at this event we’ve had a very good response to it. We’re looking forward to contacting people who’ve visited us here. We’ve had lots of enquiries with the promise of several conversions in terms of sales.

“We are also looking to expand our footprint into Saudi Arabia and other neighbouring regions. The Platform Basket range we’re highlighting at Big 5 has units starting from 13m in height and going all the way up to 43m.

The range is diverse and covers all sizes in between. An important feature is that they are spider machines with outriggers that extend outwards. And in terms of mobility they crawl around the job-site on tracks.”

Polish manufacturer Pronar was also at Big 5 to introduce itself to the region and look for distributors and customers. Hubert Mackowiak, export specialist at the company’s recycling department, says: “Pronar is a full Polish owned company with eight different factories making different types of machines.

We began 50 years ago with agricultural machinery and we now also have a full range of municipal road maintenance equipment.

Here, we’re presenting our popular range of mobile recycling machines.”.

Pronar is present in 70 countries around the world. “Now, we want to expand our distribution network in the Middle East and Africa, so we’re looking for distributors in the region at the Big 5 and spreading information about our company and products. We seen a high level of interest and have spoken with many people here who wanted to know more about us and our machines. We are seeing interest from both end-users and potential distributors, so we’re encouraged with that.”

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30_NEW RELEASES The latest releases from the world of construction machinery.

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36_MORE WITH LESS Volvo CE’s excavators burn less fuel and are being constantly tested and compared in the region for performance and economy.

42_VOGELE’S DIGITAL PAVING John Deere-owned Wirtgen Group company puts paving crew in command with mobile phone app for roads.

44_ROKBAK TIME Terex Trucks rebrands to Rokbak after seven years with Volvo Group.

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MECALAC UPGRADES MDX SITE DUMPERS WHY GET IT? NEW 6MDX AND 9MDX MODELS TO OFFER HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION AND FOLDABLE ROPS ROLL BAR Mecalac has announced upgrades to its range of site dumpers, introducing allnew 6t and 9t models fitted with optional hydrostatic transmissions and making an ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) foldable roll bar available on the new models, which make the cabin optional.

The company said that the step follows the global success of its MDX range and the recent launch of its 3.5t model, the 3.5MDX. The new 6t and 9t models are the 6MDX and 9MDX, which will offer the choice of the hydrostatic transmission for improved comfort and safety.

“Widely used across the construction equipment industry, the adoption of hydrostatic transmission replaces mechanical transmission with fixed gear ratios. This ensures easier operations without gear shifting and provides the added benefit of responsive dynamic braking. This makes operation easier and safer for both experienced and new operators, meaning the new hydrostatic 6MDX and 9MDX are perfect for both rental fleets and operators that frequently change their equipment,” said a statement from Mecalac.

The company added that the addition of hydrostatic transmission also guarantees improved operator comfort, thanks to

smooth and controllable acceleration.

Removing the gear stick allows for a more spacious operator environment, while fewer parts for less maintenance and overall less wear, directly resulting in a lower total cost of ownership. Both 6MDX and 9MDX deliver high torque and traction and are suitable for steep inclines where gear changes can often result in loss of drive, said Mecalac.

Both new models will also be available with the option of either an integrated cab or all-new ROPS foldable roll bar. The ROPS models are easy to transport between jobsites and allow operators to work in low height areas with ease. The structure is easily foldable, thanks to a handle and gas strut, which means folding and unfolding the ROPS is safe and requires minimal manual effort, said Mecalac, adding that because the ROPS roll bar has significantly fewer components than a cab, it is an economical choice, but still offers superior operator protection.

For additional safety and comfort, the 6MDX and 9MDX can be fitted with Mecalac’s isolated MDX cab to minimise vibration and noise, while optional airconditioning provides operator well-being in all weather conditions. For greater operator protection, the certified ROPS/ FOPS MDX cab has been additionally designed and tested by Mecalac to withstand impacts while loading the dumper skip.

SPECIFICATIONS

MECALAC 6MDX & 9MDX Max capacity: 6t & 9t Transmission: Hydrostatic Foldable bar: ROPS (standard) Cabin: Certified ROPS.FOPS (optional)

NEW ELECTRIC COMPACTORS FROM WACKER NEUSON WHY GET IT? BASE WIDTHS OF 30, 35 AND 40CM AND SAVINGS OF 70% ENERGY WITHOUT DIRECT EXHAUST EMISSIONS Compact equipment specialist Wacker Neuson has introduced a new range of vibratory compactor plates with three electric models offering centrifugal forces between 10-13kNW for emission-free work.

The three models in the brand’s new APS Series - APS1030e, APS1135e and APS1340e – offer base widths of 30, 35 and 40cm respectively and provide energy savings of more than 70%, said a report in the construction news portal khl, which added that the models designed for standard soil and fresh asphalt compaction and are run on rechargeable lithium-ion batteries powering a maintenance-free electric motor. A modular design enables the batteries to be changed without tools.

The design also allows operators to use the same battery “as a module for all other battery-powered equipment” made by Wacker Neuson, including battery-powered rammers and internal vibrator models.

Wacker Neuson said: “As of fall 2021, the construction equipment battery will also be usable independent of manufacturer.

This way, customers benefit from simplified construction site logistics and cost savings.”

It added that the APS battery-powered vibratory plates work “without direct exhaust emissions” and can be used in areas with low-emission regulations.

Stefan Pfetsch, MD, Wacker Neuson Produktion GmbH, said: “It’s important to us to be able to deliver the right solution for every customer requirement.”

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HIDROMEK LAUNCHES HMK 635 WL WHEELED LOADER WHY GET IT? FAST CYCLE TIMES AND HIGH PRODUCTION RATES IN QUARRIES, CONCRETE PLANTS AND INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS Hidromek has launched its new HMK 635 WL wheeled loader designed for shorter cycle times and increased productivity, with an operating weight of 20.6t and a 3.5m3 capacity bucket.

The Turkish equipment maker said the new machine is a heavy-duty type loader powered by a Stage-5 engine developing 282hp and 1200Nm of torque. Among the main features of the model is that it saves fuel “under all conditions owing to the high torque at even low rpms”.

The HMK 635 WL offers “high breakout power and excellent control capability in severe working areas” such as quarries, concrete plants and industrial applications, and “fully meets the expectations of its users such as high performance, durability, low fuel consumption, versatility, operator comfort and safety”, said Hidromek.

The HMK 635 WL has a five-forward and

three-reverse powershift transmission, making shifting gears smooth and quick.

The model’s TIPSHIFT function enables changing direction quickly by pressing a single key without using the gear lever when the machine is moving forward or backward while loading. This increases productivity and ensures safe operation without losing control of the steering, says Hidromek.

The new wheeled loader is high manoeuvrable in narrow areas due to its articulation angle of 40°, which further allows work to be completed in a short time.

Durability is high, says the manufacturer, owing to heavy-duty construction and sensitive quality-control processes at Hidromek’s production facilities.

In terms of operator comfort, the HMK 635 WL has a panoramic cab for a wide field of vision and excellent insulation against noise. It also comes with a heated and adjustable air-suspension operator seat, a fully automatic A/C system, a kickdown button for downshifting and a touch control panel -offering a comfortable working environment.

Ergonomically placed ventilation grilles

in the cabin also help in providing a comfortable and safe working environment, minimising fogging on the windows.

The maintenance and service points on the HMK 635 WL are easy to access from ground level, enabling fuelling up and battery maintenance operations to be performed easily. The cab can be manually tilted to 35° with a jack and the bonnet can be tilted to 80° with the aid of an electric actuator, which makes access to the engine assembly easier.

Radiator cleaning can be easily done whenever required, thanks to an aerodynamic cooling fan that reverses automatically or manually. This feature provides an advantage when working in dusty and covered areas, said Hidromek.

SPECIFICATIONS

HIDROMEK HMK 635 WL Operating weight: 20.6t Bucket capacity: 3.5m3 Engine power: 282hp Articulation angle: 40°

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PRINOTH LAUNCHES NEXT GEN PANTHERS WHY GET IT? NEW T6, T8 AND T12 FEATURE HIGHER PAYLOADS AND SPEEDS WHILE SUPPORTING MORE IMPLEMENTS Tracked construction vehicles specialist Prinoth has unveiled its next generation of Panther crawler carriers, the T6, T8 and T12 models, which feature increased payloads and the capability for the installation of more tools and implements.

The Canada-based manufacturer said the improvements on the new models are the result of customer feedback, which has resulted in the payload increasing by about 907kg per model. Prinoth added that changes to the T6, T8 and T12 vehicles’ design have also improved their operation levels and maximized capacities. By boosting the speed on most of the units, especially the T12, which now presents with a 35% speed increment, Prinoth said customers can now do more with less, such as move less dead weight, fit bigger implements on smaller machines and increase their profitability on the jobs.

“Current business conditions dictate that ‘the doing more with less’ approach is the name of the game. That is why the Prinoth corporate culture calls for us to listen closely and communicate constantly with our customers, while using an agile approach to provide long lasting solutions to the specialised off-road construction market,” said Prinoth CEO, Alessandro Ferrari.

The Panther T12 dumper model will now be available with a spacious, wide cab for more room for operators while keeping the steering wheel and foot throttle pedal driving system. Patrick Hébert, product manager, said: “Our vehicles drive just like any truck and this system is part of providing comfort to the operator.”

MANITOWOC UPDATES GROVE TMS9000-2 TRUCK CRANE WHY GET IT? REPOWERED WITH NEW CUMMINS X12 ENGINE OFFERING AN EXTRA 25BHP Manitowoc has updated its 115t capacity Grove TMS9000-2 truck-mounted crane with a new engine that increases its power output by 25bhp and has given the model a series of design improvements that enhance operator comfort, reduce machine weight and improve the setup process.

JJ Grace, product manager for truckmounted cranes at Manitowoc, said: “We updated the Cummins engine from the ISX to the new X12 engine. With the new engine we increased the horsepower to 475bhp, while ensuring compliance with the latest on-highway emissions standards.”

According to Manitowoc, Grove used the engine repower to introduce a host of additional improvements, “all made in direct response to customer feedback”.

The outriggers have undergone a series of modifications for faster and simpler job-site setup. The rear outrigger box has been raised by around 12.7cm to improve the departure angle to 18°, while the front outrigger jacks have been raised 8.89cm to improve ground clearance. This also makes sliding outrigger mats underneath easier.

Manitowoc adds that there is now an extra 7.62cm of outrigger stroke, while the outrigger pad size has been

increased from 50.8cm to 61cm.

“Our outrigger improvements can play a big part in making the crane more userfriendly and elevating the overall operating experience. That was a change made in response to customer suggestions and will serve to enhance their trust and confidence in our machines even further,” Grace said.

Manitowoc said that the Grove TMS90002 already had the lowest GVW in its class and the latest models are now even lighter at 36.4t the basic configuration. Thanks to the new carrier and engine, almost 453.5kg of excess weight has been trimmed.

The truck crane’s load charts remain unaffected, due to the 11-51.5m six-section MegaformTM boom and its single telescopic cylinder with fully hydraulic Twin-LockTM pinning system. Manitowoc added that its fully automated laser-welding process leaves just one weld seam on the boom, rather than the previous three, to produce a higher-quality, stronger and lighter design.

Grace added: “After we launched the original TMS9000-2 at CONEXPO in 2017, its high level of flexibility quickly won over a large and appreciative customer base. Their use varies greatly from region to region, whether in oil fields or HVAC installations.

Now, with these new modifications we have enhanced their appeal to a wider array of individual operators, too.”

SPECIFICATIONS

GROVE TMS900D-2 Capacity: 115t Engine: Cummins X12 Power: 475bhp Departure angle: 18°

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GET THE RIGHT ASSIST CRANE When teams understand the tower crane specifications, they can select the correct mobile crane. Too small or too large and the mobile crane will not be able to complete the job. All-terrain cranes that are ideal for tower crane assembly usually combine compact dimensions with a long boom and high capacity. Online tools are also available from manufacturers for easy selection.

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KNOW THE CONFIGURATION Tower crane erection teams must know the hook height and jib length of the crane beforehand to calculate the number of ballast blocks needed for the base and counter jib. Increasing the height or finding additional ballast mid-way through assembly will waste time and money. Once the correct configuration is determined, the team can plan the task sequence and manpower accordingly.

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DETERMINE THE OPTIMUM LOCATION The tower crane must be located correctly from the start as it is difficult to move after assembly. Selecting the optimum location for the mobile crane will also save time and help prepare the site. To help in the planning stages, major manufacturers such as Manitowoc offer software solutions that can simulate the cranes’ position in 3D and factor in obstacles such as trees and buildings.

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05 COORDINATE THE LOGISTICS Many city centres have limits on timings for road closures or heavy vehicles in downtown areas. Also, each truck might require its own permit with fees for traffic diversion. Both the tower and mobile cranes need to arrive on site at the right time in the smallest available convoy sizes to avoid waste and waiting.

The erection team and the customer must prepare the transport sequence and installation in advance.

MAINTAIN A SAFETY PERIMETER No ground crew should go within 6m of the mast during erection, which erection teams also learn during their training. While every precaution should be taken on site, no tower crane assembly can ever be 100% risk-free – objects can always fall from height. As soon as ground crew see and hear the pin installation to signal the start of the process, they should keep their distance.

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CHECK THE WEATHER Erection teams must keep an eye on the weather forecast and plan for a still day as tower cranes cannot be assembled in winds greater than 50kmh. If teams begin assembly and the wind picks up, they must wait until it drops to acceptable levels. Select mobile cranes equipped with anemometers to ensure the operator is constantly aware of the wind speed.

USE THE SLINGING POINTS Components that must be lifted on a tower crane have slinging points for faster and more efficient assembly.

These special loops are built into the tower crane structure so the mobile crane’s lifting chains can hook onto them. Using the correct slinging points is especially important for jib erection as the components are long and heavy and must be kept horizontal.

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TRAINING AND PROFESSIONALISM All crews involved in the erection must be properly trained and equipped with the right tools and PPE kits. If crane erectors are not completely sure of themselves or have doubts about the ground level or wind, they must stop assembly and explain this to the customer. People’s safety remains the number one priority and should never be put at risk for the sake of getting the job done quickly.

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BUILDING ECO-CITIES OF THE FUTURE USING INEFFICIENT, GASGUZZLING EQUIPMENT DIMINISHES THE INTEGRITY OF PROJECTS. VOLVO CE TELLS CMME HOW ITS EXCAVATORS HAVE PROVEN TO OFFER HIGHER PRODUCTIVITY WHILE USING LESS FUEL THAN COMPETITORS, ENSURING POTENTIAL PROFITS DON’T GO UP IN SMOKE AND CO2

DOING MORE WITH LESS

37 In Volvo CE’s side-by-side comparisons with competitors in reallife applications across the Middle East, its excavators returned higher performance and had lower fuel consumption.

“Volvo… excavator not only produced an overall 18% reduction in fuel consumption/hour compared to its rival, but it also achieved this while providing an additional 19% of payload/hour. This meant that for each litre of diesel consumed, the Volvo delivered an extraordinary 46% more payload”

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he construction industry is not one that is traditionally associated with eco-friendliness. From the raw materials and machinery used to the emissions and dust generated at jobsites, construction has, over the decades, acquired a reputation – perhaps justifiably – as not a very environmentally sustainable undertaking.

But that is changing fast.

Leading that change in how the construction sector works and its impact on the environment are manufacturers of construction equipment – those vital machines that make the sector tick and en-able the structures to be built.

And at the forefront of this change is Volvo Construction Equipment, a brand that has become synonymous with developing leading-edge technologies and solutions for cleaner and more sustainable job-sites, while not sacrificing efficiency and productivity.

Volvo CE’s push for cleaner, greener – and yet more efficient – machines comes at a time when the Middle East is realising that sustainability has the potential to deliver great profitability in a post-oil future. The region is spearheading the move towards carbon-free, smart cities and while the global recession of 2008 may have impacted the region’s first such ambitious project -

With the Middle East constructing sustainable cities, the machines building them need to be eco-friendly as well, such as Volvo excavators, which could get cleaner still with hydrogen fuel soon.

Abu Dhabi’s Masdar City – its “new town” approach actually set a blueprint for what was to come.

Upgrading existing cities will never deliver the sort of startling results that allnew developments planned with carbon neutrality from the outset can offer.

These new cities also offer the potential to be some of the biggest building sites the world has ever seen. Saudi Arabia, in particular, has four ambitious developments underway in accordance with its Vision

“When testing was carried out for shot rock loading in the 1400 RPM mode, the Volvo consumed 23% less fuel than its competitor”

2030 programme, most notably the flagship $500bn, 26,500sqkm NEOM project. Half the size of Switzerland, it aims to provide a global centre for trade within easy distance of the Suez Canal, at the western end of a 170km-long hyper-connected eco-city known as The Line.

Qatar also recognises the need to reduce its environmental impact, declaring that the 2022 FIFA World Cup will be the first carbon-neutral tournament in the event’s history. This will be made possible not just by the new 800mW Al Kharsaah Solar Power Plant, which is expected to cut 26 million tonnes of CO2 during its lifetime, but through a focus on sustainable stadium design.

Or, consider Dubai’s Sustainable City, a once-barren desert strip that transformed into a thriving green residential development of 500 villas and car-free streets covered in solar panels, with its 2,700 residents encouraged to grow and eat local using the urban garden domes.

Side-by-side combat But whether large or small, construction projects worldwide must now comply with strict legislation concerning engine emissions. It is no longer enough for contractors to submit the cheapest tender – if their construction equipment does not meet the required efficiency standards, their bids may well face automatic rejection.

According to Volvo CE, it’s not purely a question of engine efficiency – it’s entirely possible that two competitive machines could each utilise an engine with the same Specific Fuel Consumption across their power curve, but still show a vast difference in the level of their fuel tanks at the end of a long shift carrying out identical tasks.

The real key factor is overall productivity, the company says – and when that’s combined with ultra-efficient modern engines, like those used in Volvo CE excavators, it means that the increasing demand to reduce CO2 on construction sites becomes a far less daunting task.

So, to prove that its crawler excavators can do more work while also emitting less CO2 than its competitors, Volvo CE carries out numerous side-by-side (SBS) comparisons in real-life applications across the Middle East, testing their performance while tracking fuel efficiency. In each case, the manufacturer reveals, results have been impressive and provided benchmark figures that can be used to help prospective owners calculate TCO. Volvo CE tells CMME that one of the most recent tests was carried out in March at a

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quarry, where a mid-sized Volvo excavator was with one of its main competitors in the region. As well as operating weight, the machines were similar in terms of bucket capacity, boom and arm length, and age, although the Volvo had clocked 31% more working hours.

The test involved two main tasks performed from a bench – the 90° loading of shot rock into a truck, and the 90° rehandling and loading of a truck with aggregate - with each loading comprising 10

Volvo excavators merge robustness on the outside with comfort and ergonomics in the cab, along with higher performance and fuel efficiency for a winning combination.

passes. After 10 passes, the trucks’ payloads were recorded and the excavators’ fuel tanks replenished to reveal their consumption, before the process was repeated several times to provide a mean value.

Each task was also carried out using multiple speed modes, precisely matching the RPM of the various modes of the two machines, resulting in a total of 18 full truckloads/180 buckets per excavator. The experienced local operator who performed all the tests used the competitor’s excavator

as his daily workhorse but had operated Volvo models of similar size in the past.

The results were spectacular, says Volvo, as its excavator not only produced an overall 18% reduction in fuel consumption/hour compared to its rival, but it also achieved this while providing an additional 19% of payload/hour. This meant that for each litre of diesel consumed, the Volvo delivered an extraordinary 46% more payload.

As a more specific illustration, when testing was carried out for shot rock loading in the 1400 RPM mode, the Volvo consumed 23% less fuel than its competitor.

This enabled a 15% improvement in loading compared with its competitor, or a 49% greater fuel efficiency in terms of tons per litre.

But not all of this remarkable performance can be attributed to the powerful and efficient engine of the Volvo excavator.

Increasing productivity comprises a whole range of criteria, ranging from something as simple as the Volvo machine’s more ergonomic control levers to the edge it had over its rival in terms of actuator speed, says the company.

Both machines underwent testing for speed of movement of the boom, arm, bucket and swing cycle – with the Volvo

VIRTUAL SUPPORT

VOLVO REAL-TIME TECH SUPPORT BOOSTS UPTIME To diagnose and resolve potential machine issues even faster than before, Volvo CE is enabling dealer field technicians to connect directly to their back office product specialists, as well as Volvo product experts and engineers, through a live augmented reality video feed.

Dealer field technicians across the Middle East, along with Africa, Oceania and Europe, now have the option to communicate directly with Volvo product experts and engineers while on site via a “Real-time Tech Support” app on their mobile phones.

Using the app, field technicians can initiate an interactive video call with their dealer back-office staff and invite a Volvo product expert and engineer, if required, to provide more expertise in diagnosing and resolving an issue.

The augmented reality technology allows all parties involved to see exactly what the field techni-cian sees and point to

components on the screen.

Furthermore, these calls can be recorded and saved for reference in case further investigation is required.

“In the past, when a field technician needed more help to diagnose and fix an issue, they might take some photos, go back to the dealership and talk to colleagues or arrange a call with the Volvo product support team. This could result in multiple visits to the jobsite and frustrating downtime for the customer,” explains Aram Ibrahim, head of Uptime Support at Volvo CE. “Now, field technicians can benefit from the expertise of their colleagues as if they were at the customer’s site with them. Up to four people can all see and discuss the same component, point to certain things on the screen, make suggestions to try this

and that, and see the behaviour of the machine in real time. We speed up fault-tracing, minimise travel and get the machine back on the job much sooner.”

Even the most durably designed machines will experience the occasional technical issue, and strong teamwork between manufacturers and dealers is essential to resolve them as quickly as pos-sible,

safeguarding customers’ productivity and profitability.

Volvo CE and its dealers are committed to close and efficient collaboration as one extended enter-prise, and over the last few years have implemented a common case handling system. This has sig-nificantly improved dealer service technicians’ access to information and support, and resulted in more vital feedback reaching Volvo R&D teams.

“Real-time Tech Support is the next step in our collaboration together for industry-leading uptime. It is also a part of our digitalisation journey and we are excited to see how this could pave the way for future technologies like smart glasses or the ability to see inside structures. But for the mo-ment, Real-time Tech Support will improve our efficiency even more and maximise machine up-time,” Aram concludes.

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coming out on top for every single one.

Its most dominant performances were recorded for ‘boom up’ (a 22% edge on its rival) and ‘arm out’ and ‘bucket in’ (both 18% better). Those are a prime example of ‘marginal gains’ that add up to a huge benefit – but more immediate-ly appreciated in fuel Reduction by an operator would be on/hour consumpti the 17% improvement in to compared 360° slewing speed. The l a its riv Volvo’s narrowest wins all boasted a 10% faster time.

A further example of an SBS test shows the importance of rightsizing an engine to the machine to ensure optimum productivity. Here, a Volvo excavator went head-to-head with a more powerful machine from another major competitor at a UAE quarry – but in giving away just under three tons and slightly less engine power, it may have seemed like the Volvo was the underdog.

This time, the test involved 90° bench loading of a 24t dump truck with 50-150mm limestone rock, from a dump height of 3.2m.

Again, several equivalent engine RPM and power modes were selected, and three truckloads per excavator per setting were averaged out to produce the final results.

Once the results were tallied, Volvo once again emerged the winner, with an Even more impressively, the payload overall 47% im-provement in fuel efficiency delivered using this most fuel-efficient (and and 17% less fuel consumption, with the lowest productivity) setting of the Volvo biggest fuel consumption benefits (18- easily surpassed the payload provided by the 25% improvements) being seen in ‘Normal competitor’s best productivity performance Operation’ modes. Perhaps the most (in maximum power mode). In other words, impressive figure from an individual test the rival machine required far higher fuel was that of fuel efficiency in the Volvo’s consumption to achieve significantly less G1 setting (1530 RPM), where it boasted payload than the Volvo managed. In a a 57% advantage. In each machine’s most nutshell, the Volvo excavator combined the fuel-frugal ECO setting, the Volvo revealed consumption of a slightly smaller machine a 42% improvement over its competitor. with the productivity of a larger machine.

18%

“The rival machine required far higher fuel consumption to achieve significantly less payload than the Volvo managed”

Volvo CE has tested its excavators extensively on Middle East jobs-sites, where they have proved capable of doing more work than the competition while emitting less carbon dioxide.

“I think it’s safe to draw similar conclusions across the rest of the excavators in our range based on these results,” says Olle Watz, product manager, Excavators, at Volvo CE. “Yes, there may be minor variations, but relatively mid-range machines like the ones run in these tests can be seen as fairly representative of the whole line-up in terms of the simple and robust technology they employ, which is then upsized or downsized as necessary.”

The way you do it Volvo CE stresses that just one local operator was used across both machines to remove any variables due to level of experience or bad habits. Optimum excavator design is crucial, but it’s often been said that an experienced operator using an old, inefficient machine will burn less fuel than a newcomer using the latest model – and this is why Volvo CE stresses the important role that operator training can play in reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. Several years ago, it conducted a study of 80 operators, ranging from rookie to professional, to determine the impact of operator skill. The results showed a difference of up to 30% in fuel consumption – even among the professional operators.

41 To establish the right type of training for a customer, Volvo CE carries out an initial assessment and then recommends options ranging from basic to advanced, such as the EcoOperator Programme. After the training, it can monitor and follow up on the operators’ improvements if their machines are connected to Volvo’s CareTrack telematics system.

To ensure even greater sustainability, Volvo CE says it can offer customers a tailored bundle of services to help them meet reduction targets.

This process involves four steps – Insight, Analyze, Improve and Sustain – and the customer will be guided by a performance tracking or advisory manager from Volvo CE throughout.

First, Volvo CE collects CareTrack telematics data from connected machines in the customer’s fleet, then analyses the data to identify opportunities for improvement, shows how the implementation of certain services would make a difference, and sets targets. Then, once the customer is happy with the recommended package of services and proposed outcomes, Volvo CE supports the cus-tomer in implementing them. Finally, Volvo CE measures the KPIs and the CO2 per ton reduction, gives feedback to the customer in a way that is easy to digest and sets new targets to sustain the improvements.

These improvements could involve digital, training or consultancy services.

Alternatively, the company may

“In a nutshell, the Volvo excavator combined the consumption of a slightly smaller machine with the productivity of a larger machine”

recommend a consultancy service such as Site Simulation. By modelling a customer’s site, Volvo CE can calculate the optimum number and capacity of machines and driving routes to minimise traffic and distances travelled on site, as well as unnecessary fuel consumption and emissions through idling.

‘Current’ future events Just as Saudi Arabia’s “The Line” development has ambitions to reach

A pioneer in electromobility, Volvo CE is one of the first OEMs with an all-electric excavator - the ECR25 Electric, the first model in its forthcoming 1.5-3t battery-powered compact range.

carbon positivity using clean energy, artificial intelligence, machine learning and predictive analytics, Volvo CE is also leading the industry’s adoption of exciting future technologies.

Drawing on the vast experience gained in electromobility across the whole of the Volvo Group, the OEM has already launched the ECR25 Electric, the first model in its forthcoming 1.5-3t battery-powered compact excavator range.

Volvo CE’s Site Simulation service can also be used to simulate charging infrastructure on site so that the customer’s transition to electromobility becomes as efficient as possible.

And, as a way of extending the possibility of e-mobility to larger construction equipment, for which batteries would be impractical, the Group’s Fuel Cell Test Lab located at Volvo CE’s Eskilstuna Technical Centre has recently begun exploring ways in which hydrogen can be sustainably used as a power source.

These measures will likely play a key role in the company’s aim of becoming completely fossil-free by 2040, ready to help smart cities not yet even on the drawing board be raised with minimum environmental impact. Until then, Volvo CE says, its comprehensive fleet of traditionally powered excavators that are able to do things with a litre of diesel that their rivals can only dream of, will ensure customers’ green credentials – and their bottom lines – remain healthier than ever before.

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VOGELE PAVES THE DIGITAL ROAD PAVER SPECIALIST’S INCREASES BOTH THE SIMPLICITY AND ACCURACY OF JOB-SITE DOCUMENTATION AND PROCESS OPTIMISATION, PRESENTING PAVING TEMPERATURES IN REAL TIME ON SMARTPHONES AND OPTIMISING PROCESSES WITH DIGITAL DOCUMENTATION

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igital process optimisation solutions significantly increase quality and efficiency in road construc-tion but are frequently also complex. This is why for some years, road paver manufacturer Vogele has been offering a three-tier modular system with different functional scopes.

The three practical tools are designed precisely for the requirements of different construction projects and users and some of them can even be combined or expanded further.

The first of these three tools is the RoadScan

non-contacting measuring system that enables users to monitor paving temperature across the whole paved area. The second, the WITOS Paving Docu documentation tool, records and analyses both machine and process data while the third, WITOS Paving Plus high-end solution, allows all paving processes to be planned and then optimised in real time.

Vogele is now expanding these three solutions by adding numerous new features - practical functions which simultaneously increase ease of use. An important component in this is the new Jobsite Temp app. Users of WITOS Paving Docu and WITOS Paving Plus who also use the RoadScan temperature measuring system can connect to the paver by QR code and activate the application.

The Jobsite Temp app now gives others working on the job-site, such as paving supervisors and roller operators, in addition to paver operators, access to all the relevant information. Apart from viewing paving temperatures in real time, the foreman, for example, can see other data such as current pave speed, screed width and paver position.

In order to work out where a particular truck is unloading, he can also show positions of trucks including the associated delivery note information.

Roller operators likewise have the facility to view their own position and distance from the paver and to define exclusion zones.

Dr. Stephan Weller, software products manager at Joseph Vogele AG, explains: “The Jobsite Temp app gives paving crews a comprehensive real-

43 time overview of all temperature data. This mobile solution with its clear icons and simple menu-based navigation is furthermore tailored exactly to the needs of users. After all, no one on a job-site wants to be held up by functions which require explanation.”

The app and the paver are networked via WiFi, with the result that information can be exchanged between the RoadScan temperature measuring system and the smartphone even where there is no mobile phone connection. To achieve this, the paver sets up a WiFi network with a radius of around 50-80m and acts as a server.

Vogele has also continued improving the temperature measuring system itself. RoadScan’s infrared camera measures paving temperatures across the whole area behind the screed in a width up to 10m. In order to avoid faults in the thermal image due to moving objects, Vogele has now devel-oped automatic correction: the RoadScan system compares up to four images for

a position, ena-bling it to detect moving obstacles such as those caused by scanning moving rollers, for example. These faulty measurements are removed from the thermal image at once, giving construction man-agers and paving supervisors a true-to-life overview of paving temperatures.

Vogele has also optimised odometer calibration.

The RoadScan’s GPS receiver and the odometer are now calibrated automatically every 2m. “This prevents errors and saves additional effort. As a result, operator and paving supervisor are able to concentrate even better on the paving process itself,” says Dr. Weller.

The WITOS Paving Docu documentation tool, too, has new practical features which users can ex-ploit to monitor paving data and progress even better. Paving crews have the option of entering target project values such as target tonnages, paving sections or areas directly in the Jobsite app and of tracking progress. They can also have

displayed in the relevant truck history delivery notes from trucks which have already unloaded.

Further, Vogele has expanded the WITOS Paving Plus process optimisation solution and made it easier for planners and construction managers to issue calls to tender. Once the relevant planning data has been entered in the control module, they can create a template for a paving and logistics concept and have it output in the form of a document which can be edited. This saves time and effort and still gives the individual responsible the option of adding his or her own information or comments.

“All the new features and developments linked to our digital road construction solutions ultimately have the same objective: we want to make life easier for planners, construction managers and paving crews, and to give them the best possible support by providing reliable, straightforward and transparent information,” says Dr. Weller.

“We want to make life easier for planners, construction managers and paving crews, and to give them the best possible support by providing straightforward information”

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