Capital Equipment News August 2018

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SDLG – RELIABILITY IN ACTION SDLG customers in southern Africa can look forward to increased ‘reliability in action’ the OEM promises following Babcock’s introduction of three new models – the B877F backhoe loader, G9220 VHP motor grader and L958F wheel loader – benefitting from radical feature upgrades compared with their predecessors, writes Munesu Shoko .

T he popularity of the SDLG brand has increased sharply since its entry into southern Africa. According to Grant Sheppard, regional manager Export Region – Equipment at Babcock, a key pillar of the growth in popularity is the marked improvement in quality of products. However, behind every good product is great service. The growth of the brand also largely hinges on the backup support from Babcock. “Customers in southern Africa have developed a lot of trust in the brand, thanks to the machines’ improved quality and reliability over the years, complemented by the excellent aftermarket support provided by Babcock,” he says. Testimony to the continued improvement of the product is the recently launched range of machines, comprising the B877F backhoe loader, the G9220 VHP motor grader and the L958F wheel loader. They all benefit from massive feature upgrades, resulting in a mix of increased productivity and reliability at affordable prices. B877F in detail Leading the pack on Babcock’s arrival lounge is the B877F backhoe loader, an upgrade of the

“Customers in southern Africa have developed a lot of trust in the brand, thanks to the machines’ improved quality and reliability over the years, complemented by the excellent aftermarket support provided by Babcock.”

Grant Sheppard, regional manager Export Region – Equipment at Babcock

“The Machine Blade Control System is controlled by hydraulic mechanical levers in the cab, meaning that the operator can swing the blade themselves if required. Moreover, the Dual Hydraulic Cylinders operate the Circle Turn, meaning that the operator can reposition the blade with load on, resulting in a smoother and more efficient grade.”

Craig Sanday, regional sales manager – Equipment at Babcock

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