Since its southern African debut in late 2022, the new generation Liebherr 5.1 wheel loader range – comprising the L 550, L 566 and L 580 – has seen a huge uptake in mining, quarrying, general earthmoving and port rehandling applications. Liebherr-Africa reports that nearly 100 units are now operational across applications, with some customers running double-digit fleets. By Munesu Shoko.
Pilot Crushtec International is introducing the Jonsson range of crushers and screens in southern Africa. In an environment where the preference for larger mobile crushing equipment continues to take root, the Jonsson range offers unprecedented crushing capacities and changes the game with the double crusher concept. By Munesu Shoko.
As mines, quarries and construction contractors place more value on increased productivity and efficiency in their operations, Ever Star Industries, the distributor of the Powerstar range of trucks in southern Africa, reports a growing shift from 6×4 to 8×4 trucks, particularly in tipper configurations. By Munesu Shoko.
Judging by the feedback from exhibitors and interactions with delegates at this year’s Institute of Quarrying Southern Africa (IQSA) conference, there is a generally positive sentiment among the quarrying community, with the construction industry showing signs of recovery amid improved project activity in some major provinces. By Munesu Shoko.