Capital Equipment News August 2017

“ SDLG is a product of good quality, but its success in the region comes down to Babcock’s exceptional support capabilities, premised on its ‘trusted to deliver‘ mantra. ”

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network in most African markets. “I believe we have the best service network among Chi- nese OEMs,” says Rieger, noting that about 99% of existing Volvo CE dealers across the continent have taken SDLG into their stables. “We see that even some blue chip companies are starting to realise the benefits of purchasing a value brand from a reputable supplier,” adds Grant. “We are doing business with some of the big companies which, historically, have only purchased premium gear.” Grant is encouraged by the future prospects of SDLG’s continued growth in southern Africa, especially on the back of a continuously improving product. “There is a marked improvement in the quality of products, and it is encouraging to see that the OEM is also listening to market requirements. New products, such as the new F-Series wheel loader range, are proof that the feedback from the ground is being incorporated into new machine designs,” concludes Grant. b

L958F

Rated load

5 400 kg 17 130 kg

Operating weight

Standard bucket capacity

3,2 m³ 175 kN

Maximum breakout force

Engine

Weichai WD10G220E21

Rated engine power

162 kw @ 2 200 rpm

Maximum torque

980 Nm

Grant Sheppard, SDLG brand ambassador at Babcock’s Equipment division (left), and Magnus Rieger, marketing & communication manager at SDLG – Sales Region EMEA.

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