Global compact earthmoving brand performing well in the local market Following ELB Equipment’s re-launch of the robust Gehl range of construction and earthmoving equipment late last year ELB’s business development manager, Danie Gerber, confirms that this brand’s renowned performance in the materials handling business in SA has led to its quick adoption in the construction […]
ELB Equipment and Ammann entrench their high level of commitment in Africa South African Builder recently attended the busy and well-attended Open Day staged near Benoni by global compaction and paving equipment manufacturer, Ammann, alongside its southern African distributor, ELB Equipment. Here the two companies entrenched their high level of service and support provided on […]
Lovol construction equipment: the evolution of a brand One of the country’s best-selling value wheel loader brands, Foton Lovol is undergoing a complete name change and re-branding to reflect the expansion of its construction equipment offering in the market. Since entering the South African market in 2011, local distributor, Dura Equipment Sales, has invested heavily […]
Kemach launches new JCB tracked excavator JCB Construction Equipment, solely represented in South Africa by Kemach Equipment (Pty) Ltd (Kemach JCB) launched the JS305 LC tracked excavator in the beginning of the year. Meeting unique needs Established in 2003, Kemach JCB is a joint venture between the shareholders of Botswana and Oman’s sole JCB dealers, […]
When bigger isn’t better The STIHL TSA 230 cordless cut-off machine is a multi-purpose, impressively powerful machine that will transform on-site working conditions. Compact and lightweight at 3.9kg (without the battery), the TSA 230 is able to slice effortlessly through roof and wall tiles, granite counter tops, bricks, pipes, paving stones and metal. Its mobility […]
Compact in design and big on performance, Caterpillar’s comprehensive mini excavator range delivers across all industries, thanks to ‘smart iron technologies’. In today’s market, Caterpillar designs and produces a wide spectrum of mini excavators that meet industry demand for compact machine performance in niche roles. Despite their size, these are powerful machines, at the cutting […]
JCB’s 3CX ‘Pothole Master’, designed to effect long-term pothole repair quickly and efficiently In a move that appears tailor-made for South Africa, Kemach JCB is distributing a special edition of the world-renowned 3CX backhoe loader, designed as a single-machine solution for urban road maintenance. The JCB 3CX has for many years been the most versatile […]