Capital Equipment News September2022

SKID STEERS

A Bobcat S530 skid steer from Goscor Earthmoving Equipment fitted with an industrial grapple.

The versatility and enduring appeal of the skid steer in the SA market Skid steers are arguably the most popular compact construction machines on any job site due to their versatility, compact size, manoeuvrability, ease of operation, competitive pricing and the vast array of attachments that they can use. This feature takes a look at the size of the market for these machines, their applications, and ranges available in the local marketplace. By Mark Botha

I n recent years, Skid steer loaders at ELB Equipment. This, he says, can mainly be attributed to features such as compact size, lifting capacity and manoeuvrability. “In addition, customers are finding that skid steers are often a good investment over more expensive, single-purpose equipment.” He says part of the reason for the growth of skid steer loaders is their versatility. “We find that we are selling these ma chines into new and exciting applications be cause of the extensive range of attachments being developed for skid steer loaders – most of these attachments are hydraulically driven which adds to their appeal.” Warren Alexander, branch manager Isando at CASE Construction SA, agrees, saying that skid steers are among the most popular com pact construction machines found at job sites due to their versatility, ease of operation, ability to tackle a wide range of jobs, and their low cost compared to larger machinery. “Skid steers are also compatible with a have become commonplace in a mul titude of industries within the diverse South African market, says Keon Kar dolus, national sales manager (EMC)

“A skid-steer loader is truly a ‘jack of all trades’. With their various attachment options, these units can be found performing many tasks on different types of jobsite.”

Warren Alexander, branch manager Isando at CASE Construction SA.

“As a tool carrier, the skid steer is at home in most if not all industries, adding value to most applications.”

Clayton Sadler, Bobcat sales manager at Goscor Earthmoving Equipment.

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