Husqvarna supports the Jane Goodall Institute
Chimp Eden is a Southern African sanctuary caring for 34 endangered chimpanzees rescued from various African countries. Husqvarna South Africa recently handed over a new sponsored chainsaw to assist with the clearing of their enclosures. Training will also be provided for the use of the saw. To find out more regarding Chimp Eden, visit www.chimpeden.com, and to learn more about Husqvarna products, visit www.husqvarna.co.za
Bandit Industries to be acquired by the Alamo Group
The Alamo Group designs, manufactures, distributes and services equipment for right-of-way maintenance and agriculture. The acquisition is intended to allow Bandit to capitalise on the growth experienced during the previous three years, as well as build on the Bandit brand and reputation. Source: http://www.banditchippers.com
John Deere predicts forestry equipment sales to increase in 2014
Even though John Deere’s 2013 construction and forestry equipment sales decreased by 8%, they are expecting a 10% increase in sales in 2014. This is based upon economic recovery and increased house construction in the US, as well as generally improved global economic conditions and higher sales in European markets. Source: http://www.deere.com/
JCB’s backhoe celebrates 60 years of production
The first backhoe was manufactured in 1953 after combining a lightweight backhoe with a Major Loadall tractor loader. Backhoe loaders are currently the fourth most popular machine in terms of global equipment sales. JCB’s backhoes have been the global best seller for 13 consecutive years. Source: http://www.jcb.co.uk/
New M Series 966 and 972 wheeled loaders from Cat
The new 966M, 966M XE, 972M and 972M XE have US Tier 4 final ACERT engines. The XE powertrain results in 25% lower fuel consumption compared to machines with traditional torque convertors. Source: www.cat.com
Chimp Eden is a Southern African sanctuary caring for 34 endangered chimpanzees rescued from various African countries. Husqvarna South Africa recently handed over a new sponsored chainsaw to assist with the clearing of their enclosures. Training will also be provided for the use of the saw. To find out more regarding Chimp Eden, visit www.chimpeden.com, and to learn more about Husqvarna products, visit www.husqvarna.co.za
Bandit Industries to be acquired by the Alamo Group
The Alamo Group designs, manufactures, distributes and services equipment for right-of-way maintenance and agriculture. The acquisition is intended to allow Bandit to capitalise on the growth experienced during the previous three years, as well as build on the Bandit brand and reputation. Source: http://www.banditchippers.com
John Deere predicts forestry equipment sales to increase in 2014
Even though John Deere’s 2013 construction and forestry equipment sales decreased by 8%, they are expecting a 10% increase in sales in 2014. This is based upon economic recovery and increased house construction in the US, as well as generally improved global economic conditions and higher sales in European markets. Source: http://www.deere.com/
JCB’s backhoe celebrates 60 years of production
The first backhoe was manufactured in 1953 after combining a lightweight backhoe with a Major Loadall tractor loader. Backhoe loaders are currently the fourth most popular machine in terms of global equipment sales. JCB’s backhoes have been the global best seller for 13 consecutive years. Source: http://www.jcb.co.uk/
New M Series 966 and 972 wheeled loaders from Cat
The new 966M, 966M XE, 972M and 972M XE have US Tier 4 final ACERT engines. The XE powertrain results in 25% lower fuel consumption compared to machines with traditional torque convertors. Source: www.cat.com