Capital Equipment News January 2019

SDLG unveils concept electric compact excavator SDLG showcased its E660F-EX concept electric compact exca- vator at bauma China 2018. The concept excavator is SDLG’s first

foray into electromobility and is not available commercially. The E660F-EX was among the 25 construction machine models that SDLG exhibited during the November 27 to 30, 2018 event at the Shanghai New Interna- tional Expo Centre in Shanghai, China. “The E660F-EX is SDLG’s first machine to utilise electric

SDLG used bauma China to unveil its prototype compact excavator.

motors,” says Wang Xiaohui, GM of SDLG Import and Export Company. “The concept machine demonstrates SDLG’s dedication toward electromobility. We are investing in research and construction equipment that will produce lower emissions, reduced noise levels and will be more energy efficient without compromising machine performance.” The 6 t capacity E660F-EX is based on the current E660FL compact excavator, which has a bucket capacity of 0,2 m³, maximum

• 6 t capacity • 0,2 m³ bucket capacity • 40 kN maximum excavation force • 30 kWh lithium battery

extended over three years to date, which indicates the good standing we hold the company in,” comments Dean du Plessis, director at Dickinson Group. “We regularly call on Bobcat Rental for all of our plant requirements over industry shutdowns, which are critical periods where efficient customer service and reliable equipment are vital to assist in reducing downtime.” The most popular rental machines at present are skidsteer loaders, with Bobcat having one of the largest rental skidsteer fleets in South Africa. The rental division also offers an extensive range of attach- ments, from road sweepers to trenchers and tar planers. b excavation force of 40 kN and swing speed of 10 r/min. To make the machine electric, the combustion engine was replaced by a 30 kWh lithium battery and switched reluctance electric motor. The concept E660F-EX can be recharged by plugging into a power grid or the vehicle-charging facilities that are already available in China. A full recharge takes between three to four hours on a 32 amp grid. With a dedicated grid, the E660F-EX could be recharged within one hour. “On a full charge, the E660F-EX can perform continuous digging for about three hours,” Wang says. “Bauma China was a great opportunity for SDLG to showcase our reliable construction equipment that helps to construct a quality future. Looking ahead, SDLG will continue to develop and test electromobility products in different sizes as we work towards building a better future with our customers.” b

The most popular rental machines at Bobcat Rental are skidsteer loaders.

matically, or by notice given, year-on-year until cancelled by either party. “All our contract timing is designed to offer financial flexibility, while meeting client budgets, as well as convenience and peace of mind,” adds Koszulinski. With clients across construction, agri- culture, transport, warehousing, mining and more, the past 12 months have proved a boon for the rental division. “In August 2018 we had the privilege of renting nine units, together with 18 operators, to the Dickinson Group, when it was awarded a furnace-cleaning contract at Consol in Clayville,” says Koszulinski. “Our relationship with Bobcat Rental has

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