Construction World Septemer 2017

Wheeled loader L958F

• High breakout force, a rated load of 5 400 kg and a new 3,2 m³ bucket design for improved efficiency and productivity. A wide range of available attachments ensures the machine’s versatility. • A powerful and efficient 6 cylinder engine matched to a new SDLG transmission delivers maximum torque from the engine to the wheels. • Larger cab with 20% more glazing for improved visibility, safety and efficiency. Superior air conditioning for greater operator comfort. • Optimised maintenance intervals now offer even better machine availability. The superb SDLG dealer network is there to support all your maintenance and repair needs.

Repeat business Sheppard says that up until 2015, some 95% of SDLG sales were to new customers. This number has decreased as SDLG now gets repeat business. “This value brand unit has opened up a whole different sphere for Babcock. A customer may start out with an SDLG and grow into a Volvo as their business grows or applications change.” • The single joystick guarantees precise, easy and comfortable operation of the loader arm and bucket, reducing operator fatigue. The most recent release from SDLG is the new F-series wheeled loader. It offers high performance and reliability, backed by a world-class support network. The L958F comes with a modern design and many improvements, With its 3,2 m³ bucket, this loader is engineered for high productivity and will give you an excellent return on investment. All SDLG wheeled loaders are rigorously tested to ensure reliability in action. • The design of the L958F ensures that service and maintenance is easily handled, with excellent accessibility throughout the machine.

He also maintains that Babcock has embraced the brand. “We have had the Volvo brand in our favour for 17 years – so the success we have had in supporting the Volvo brand stands us in good stead. Sales-wise we do not keep the brands separate any more, in essence we are the same company – supplying two different segments: premium and value brands. Sales people identify what brand to sell based on the application. Regional manager – export region, Grant Sheppard for Babcock’s equipment business and SDLG marketing communications manag- er for sales region EMEA, Magnus Rieger.

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CONSTRUCTION WORLD SEPTEMBER 2017