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Manitou and Yanmar announce alliance

Manitou and Yanmar - both world leaders in their respective fields of expertise - have announced a new agreement which will see a strategic alliance between the pair, an extension of their existing relationship.

New online tools set to prevent weed spread

The Civil Contractors Federation (CCF) is leading the way in the prevention of weed spread with the launch of a new code of practice and e-learning program for members.

Second life a good one for Komatsu Dozer

A much-loved farm bulldozer has been given a new lease on life, thanks to a range of services carried out by one of Komatsu’s rebuild and service facilities in Mackay, Queensland.

Custom Fluidpower makes access easy

Custom Fluidpower, the largest independently owned hydraulic solutions provider in Australia, has relaunched their website with a fresh new look in conjunction with a mobile version of the site.

Trimble & Manitowoc join forces

Trimble and Manitowoc Cranes, a part of The Manitowoc Company, recently announced that they have signed an agreement to collaborate on the development of solutions that can harness precise positioning technology, wireless communications and comprehensive software capabilities to enhance productivity in the construction lifting industry.

TMH Europe & Manitou announce end of relationship

Toyota Material Handling Europe (TMHE) and Manitou have announced a mutual decision not to renew the exclusive distribution agreement for Toyota-branded Industrial Material-Handling in France as of January 1st, 2013.

TMHA lifting spirits at Mission Australia

Toyota Material Handling Australia (TMHA) has made a major donation to a leading residential program for troubled youth, the company has given a 2.5t Toyota forklift truck to Mission Australia's Triple Care Farm at Robertson in the New South Wales Southern Highlands.

Big power with a short swing

The Volvo ECR305CL responds to the need for short swing machines that offer productivity, ease of operation and safety equal to ‘conventional’ excavators. The company says that the new model features best-in-class lifting capacity, stability, digging force and fine control.

DataDotDNA on every new machine delivered

CASE Victoria will install individually numbered DataDot series on new machines, register the security numbers with the DataDot database and identify each machine with Warning Decals “free of charge” as part of their customer service package says Mark Lindner, CASE Victoria Dealer Principal.

Fielder Instrument joins Position Partners

Position Partners has announced that Fielder Instrument, a Topcon survey and laser distributor in NSW, has joined Position Partners to deliver enhanced service and support for customers in the region.

Scales deliver savings for contractor

On-board weighing systems for wheel loaders can dramatically improve efficiency while reducing costs, especially for projects that would otherwise require the installation of a mobile weighbridge, according to an earthmoving and civil construction company.

Honda passes 100 million units produced

During 2011, Honda surpassed cumulative worldwide power product production of 100 million units* making the brand one of the world’s most popular and long-lived power equipment manufacturers.

Komatsu announces fixed price servicing

Komatsu Australia has announced the release of its comprehensive Fixed Price Servicing program that now covers it entire machine range, in what the company says is a first for an Australian supplier of construction and earthmoving equipment.

New Bobcat excavator ups the ante

With more performance, reliability and comfort than ever before, the all-new American designed & built Bobcat E50 Excavator - with minimal tail swing - offers a new level of performance and reliability.

JCB announces $47m new engine development

JCB, the world’s third largest manufacturer of construction equipment, today announced plans for a new $47m engine development project in the UK, the program is set to get under way after the company was awarded $6.8m towards the cost from the UK Government’s Regional Growth Fund.