The Life Cycle of a Construction Machine – From Design to Retirement

Construction equipment stands as a testament to human ingenuity, reshaping landscapes and propelling industries forward. From towering cranes lifting steel beams high above city streets to powerful excavators carving foundations…

Komatsu 860E – (haul truck)

The Komatsu 860E is a heavy-duty haul truck designed for large-scale surface mining operations and heavy earthmoving applications. As part of Komatsu’s E-series of electric-drive mining trucks, the 860E combines…

Liebherr R 9600 – (mining excavator)

The Liebherr R 9600 represents a modern approach to large-scale hydraulic mining excavators, combining modularity, reliability and advanced electronics to meet the demands of open-pit mining operations worldwide. Designed to…

Komatsu PC5500 – (mining excavator)

Komatsu PC5500 is one of the most recognizable names in large-scale surface mining equipment. As a heavy-duty hydraulic excavator designed for open-pit mining and large earthmoving projects, the PC5500 combines…

Komatsu PC490HRD-11 – (demolition)

The Komatsu PC490HRD-11 is a heavy-duty demolition excavator purpose-built to tackle complex dismantling tasks in urban and industrial environments. Combining reinforced structures, advanced hydraulics and a range of dedicated demolition…

Brokk 520D – (demolition robot)

The Brokk 520D is a heavy-duty remote-controlled demolition machine that blends compact design with high-power hydraulics to tackle demanding demolition, renovation and civil-engineering tasks. Designed for environments where human access…

Kobelco SK300D – (demolition/material handler)

The Kobelco SK300D configured as a demolition or material handler is a versatile, heavy-duty machine that bridges the gap between midsize excavators and specialized handling equipment. Built on a proven…

Hyundai R380LC-9MH – (material handler)

The Hyundai R380LC-9MH is a purpose-built heavy-duty material handler derived from Hyundai’s proven R-series crawler excavator platform. Designed to work in demanding environments such as scrap yards, ports, recycling facilities…

Fuchs MHL 390 – (material handler)

The Fuchs MHL 390 is a heavy-duty, purpose-built material handler widely used in industries that require precise, efficient handling of bulk and scrap materials. Designed for continuous, demanding work cycles…

Bucyrus 1300W – (dragline)

The Bucyrus 1300W dragline is one of the heavy-equipment workhorses designed for large-scale surface mining and earthmoving. Combining a long boom, a large bucket, and electrically driven winches, this machine…