Amid great anticipation from customers across Southern Africa, Babcock is introducing the new generation Volvo articulated haulers and excavators. The new ranges have been updated with some of the most exciting features, meeting customer needs in areas of productivity, operator comfort, safety and efficiency, resulting in lower total cost of ownership.

DAEX is the official distributor of Doran’s innovative tyre pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) designed for any vehicles operating on air-filled tyres. Its TPMSs are deployed across various industries and locations nationwide and has a strong presence in markets requiring heavy-duty equipment. The system’s versatility and reliability make it suitable for a broad range of industries across the country. Modern Quarrying spoke to DAEX Director, Andrea Nel at the Institute of Quarrying South Africa’s conference where DAEX was present for the first time.

Innovation isn’t just a buzzword for Loadtech - it’s the foundation of the company’s identity and growth. As a leader in load cell technology and weighing solutions, Loadtech operates in industries that are constantly evolving. To stay ahead, the company places a high priority on developing new products, enhancing existing ones, and continuously finding better ways to serve customers.

“Selecting the appropriate excavator for a construction or mining project is a critical decision for equipment owners in Africa. With diverse working environments that extend from congested urban grids to arduous conditions in mining, choosing between tracked (or crawler) and wheeled excavators, has a direct impact on operational efficiency, cost management, safety and project timelines,” says Johann Viljoen - National Sales Manager, Develon SA - a global leader in earthmoving equipment.

Experienced Rokbak customer support manager Garry Moore has been working with articulated haulers for nearly two decades, and shares his top tips for leveraging Haul Track insights to reduce the impact of fuel on running costs and carbon footprint.