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MAY 2013
shows
Well, the construction and mining equipment
sectors can breathe easy for the next three years,
as the monster of all trade shows has passed.
bauma 2013 was a resounding success, making
up for the disappointing show at the 2010
‘volcano-sponsored’ event.
This year the OEMs came out in full force,
with exhibition stands showcasing innovations
and technological wonders and visitor records
breaking every previous Munich show.
The Liebherr stand not only blocked out the
skyline, but when I enquired as to whether it
had a zip code, I was informed by a grinning
representative, “No, two!” Word has it that the
suits in the upper levels could see the Alps from
their offices…
From a pink TLB, to choreographed ‘dancing’
equipment, to cranes supporting suspended
rides hanging over our heads, to monstrous
trucks and incredible equipment designs, it was
all there for the viewing.
The air of excitement bodes well for the future,
with every OEM interviewed, citing potential
growth and investment in the yellow metal
sector. 2013 looks as though it has set a
benchmark for future shows with the next
bauma Munich due in 2016. Be there!
bauma Munich 2013 roundup…
Wirtgen Group introduced 29
new products at bauma 2013
Four strong brands, 96 innovative exhibits, 29 of which are pioneering
world premieres, 10 560m² of exhibition space and over 100 experienced
specialists: these impressive figures describe the Wirtgen Group at bauma
2013 and demonstrate its innovative force in the Road and Mineral
Technologies business segments.
W
ith their advanced solutions tailored closely to needs
in the field, the new Wirtgen Group – Wirtgen,
Vögele, Hamm and Kleemann brands – offered customers
machines with added value to greatly facilitate their
everyday work at the construction site, mine or quarry.
With six world premieres, Wirtgen is ringing in a new era in
roadway construction, whether it be in new construction or
rehabilitation, road building companies are ideally equipped
to meet any challenge with the two new-generation cold
recyclers and soil stabilisers, as well as slipform pavers.
The new ‘dash 3’ generation from Vögele offers maximum
process reliability, lower fuel consumption and greater ease
of operation. Eleven world premieres among the road pavers
and extending screeds were seen live at bauma 2013.
With world premieres in the H, HD+ and HD CompactLine
product families, Hamm rounded off its range of high-
quality vibratory compactors and tandem rollers, with
efficiency the keyword for the future of compaction
technology.
The new MOBICAT EVO line of mobile jaw crushers set new standards
in the contractor market, with three world premieres from Kleemann,
boasting high efficiency and versatility.
“This has been an absolutely positive trade show for us. We welcomed
customers from all around the world at our booths and we signed
up lots of new orders. In some product sections we exceeded our
expectations by a long way.”
Stefan Heissler, Member of the Liebherr-International AG Board of Directors.
