Bulk Solids Today December 2025

BULK MATERIALS HANDLING • POWDER HANDLING • QUARRYING • RECYCLING & WASTE BULK MATERIALS HANDLING • CONVEYING • HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGEMENT

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MAGMA AVIATION INTRODUCES A FULLY CUSTOMISED CMS BUILT FOR AIR CARGO COMMERCIAL OPERATIONS Magma Aviation takes pride in completing the rollout of its new digital transformation strategy with the debut of its fully-customized Cargo Management System (CMS), designed specifically to meet the unique operational needs of the air cargo industry. As a customer-focused organisation, this development demonstrates Magma Aviation’s dedication to creating modern and efficient internal processes that align with its long-term goal of providing its customers with a seamless experience.

OPTIMISING DAILY OPERATIONS THROUGHOUT THE ORGANISATION

As part of its digitalisation vision, Magma Aviation recognised the need to centralise operational data and eliminate the fragmentation that often affects freighter airlines. To date, many organisations still rely on multiple spreadsheets and fragmented systems, resulting in duplicated work, data inconsistencies, and internal misalignment.

To address this issue, Magma Aviation prioritised the creation of a single, connected environment allowing every department, from Commercial, Financial to

Operations, to work from the same information source. This ensures that teams are more internally aligned and are capable of operating with more clarity, accuracy, and real-time visibility.

“As a customer-centric organisation, a CMS customised to our business model helps us to seamlessly coordinate internally as a team, and that it reflects the service quality we offer to our customers,” Paul Hoatson, Magma Aviation’s Head of Network Planning & Alliances reiterated.

WHY A CUSTOMISED CMS MATTERS IN AIR CARGO?

Air cargo operations in general require a specific level of speed, accuracy and data consistency.

Despite this, some segments of the industry still rely on manual spreadsheets that restrict them from achieving their organization’s full operational efficiency Off-the-shelf CMS often fail to meet the depth required for complex cargo environments.

When Magma Aviation explored available CMS solutions in the market, it was evident that no existing software solution could meet the needs of their operational model or the level of integration the organisation required.

Following the successful implementation of the CMS across its organisation, its value has also been recognised by a key industry partner. In partnership with Forward Momentum, Magma has now been able to license the system for third-party use, extending the benefits of the platform to organisations that control their own freighter capacity without holding an AOC. “As a technology partner, we are proud to be instrumental in helping freighter companies reach their full operational potential through a system solution designed for their business and able to grow with them as they scale in the future,” said Barry Zigner, CEO of Forward Momentum.

The CMS will continue to drive Magma Aviation’s growth ambitions while also supporting partners who can benefit from Magma’s digitalisation efforts. As the solution continues to undergo system developments, partners can expect future enhancements, including AI and machine learning capabilities, to further strengthen operational efficiency and decision-making.

SETTING A NEW STANDARD FOR DIGITAL OPERATIONS IN AIR CARGO

Magma Aviation’s customised CMS is a long-term investment in the company’s support system, especially in an era where automation and collaboration are more prevalent than ever.

As customer experience continues to be its top priority, Magma Aviation remains fully committed to staying ahead of the competition by building tools and solutions that match its operational standards and its ambition for future growth.

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MOLSON GREEN APPOINTED UK EGGERSMANN DEALER Molson Green has confirmed its appointment as dealer for the Eggersmann GmbH Recycling Equipment product range. By bringing together sector machine experts and a specialist, innovative equipment manufacturer, this partnership seeks to meet the exact needs of UK waste, composting and recycling businesses.

For UK waste, composting and recycling companies to stay competitive and adapt to fastpaced waste stream changes, machine technologies need to evolve quickly. By partnering with a European leader in this sector that has a strong heritage and focus on innovation, Molson Green is developing a range which can offer versatile solutions to match this pace of change.

With a well-established presence across Europe, German manufacturer Eggersmann Recycling Technology (part of the Eggersmann Group) specialises in developing top-tier mobile machines and plant equipment for the waste, composting, and recycling sectors.

The Eggersmann equipment range suits the needs of all sized UK businesses. Larger operations can benefit from high throughput shredders like the TEUTON Z 50 and Z 60, as well as star screens, trommel screens and the full range of BACKHUS windrow turners.

While value-focused businesses with lower throughout demands can benefit from compact shredders such as the FORUS F 25 and IMPAKTOR 250.

The Eggersmann portfolio also includes the FORUS F 38, a twin shaft primary shredder. It gives businesses more control over their fuel costs and product quality.

With a built-in screen basket system and quick-change after breaker bars, operators can easily adjust their piece size to meet output requirements.

The machines will also be backed by Molson Group’s extensive service network of close to 100 mobile service engineers.

With the dealer already making a significant investment in spare parts stock, customers can purchase with complete peace of mind.

Karlgünter Eggersmann, CEO for Eggersmann Recycling Technologies, said, “To reinforce our brand, we needed a toptier national UK dealer that had proven its ability to deliver growth in the sector. With unrivalled aftersales backup and unique business intelligence technologies, we are very excited to deliver the next chapter for Eggersmann in the UK.” As a business supported by the powerful software dealerCMD platform, the Molson team can anticipate market trends by utilising data insights.

This provides partners like Eggersmann with the feedback they need to shape product development and their production goals. The platform also gives businesses the insights

they need to predict the market, make efficiencies and deliver on customer promises.

Robin Powell, CEO for Molson Group, said, “The Eggersmann team is constantly listening to customers and integrating this feedback into product development. Plus, they’re ambitious to grow. Their equipment also compliments that of other leading manufacturers in offering solutions to this sector, such as Sennebogen, and means we can provide comprehensive end-to-end solutions.

We are looking forward to our shared journey to establish the brand as a market leader in the waste and recycling sectors in the UK.”

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AKONA WELCOMES STUDENTS FOR HANDS-ON ENGINEERING INSIGHT Leading material processing and handling solutions group Akona Process Solutions has welcomed a group of T Level Engineering students from Preston College for a behind-the-scenes visit to its Darwen manufacturing facility, showcasing realworld engineering careers and inspiring the next generation of manufacturing talent.

The visit took place on 3 December 2025 and involved 16 students and four college staff members spending two hours on site, meeting engineers from across the business and learning

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how different roles contribute to the design, build, and long-term support of engineered solutions.

During the session, Akona engineers shared their personal career journeys, explained their current roles within the company and demonstrated how engineering disciplines work together across the lifecycle of a project. For many students, it was their

first experience in an engineering company, providing a practical context for their studies. Students highlighted the scale of the facility

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and the variety of engineering roles available as particularly eye-opening, with several commenting that they were not previously aware of the breadth of opportunities within the sector.

The visit is part of a broader collaboration between engineering and manufacturing employers and further education colleges across Lancashire, organised by Charlotte Ayrton of Discover Engineering, to support T Level pathways and inspire young people to consider careers in engineering.

Michael Hall, head of European operations at Akona, said: “We have supported and collaborated with apprenticeship programmes for many years, so Akona and the wider Spiroflow group have a long history of helping young people entering the industry.

“Developing the workforce from a young age is increasingly important as we continue to battle for engineering talent. Several

of our engineers have said they wished they’d had this level of understanding and guidance earlier in their careers, as it’s not always obvious to young people what engineering roles actually exist in the real world.

Visits like this help bridge that gap and give students a clearer picture of the opportunities available to them.”

Further student visits are already being planned for early next year, with Akona keen to continue supporting similar initiatives where operationally possible.

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STREET CRANE CELEBRATES 50 YEARS OF LEADERSHIP AND INNOVATION WITH CHAIRMAN MARTIN STREET Engineering and manufacturing lifting and handling supplier, Street Crane, the UK’s leading manufacturer of overhead cranes and hoists, proudly celebrates a remarkable milestone: Chairman Martin Street marks 50 years of dedicated service to the company.

Martin began his career in 1975 after two years of training as an accountant, realising his true passion lay in manufacturing. Joining the family business was a natural step.

Starting as a sales estimator at Crane & Hoist in Sheffield, earning £10 a week, Martin worked in a Victorian factory office alongside a team of just 25 people before moving to Street Crane, operating separately in Chapel-en-le-Frith.

Reflecting on his journey, Martin cites his proudest achievement as the decision to design and manufacture Street Crane’s own range of hoist units and crane components – a move that transformed the company’s future.

“When I started, there were more than 20 crane manufacturers of similar size in the UK. Today, Street Crane stands as the only one still producing its own range of products,” Martin said.

Under his leadership, Street Crane launched its third series of hoist products – the ZX6, ZX8 and ZX10 – competing successfully with global giants on cost and performance. Another pivotal decision was to distribute crane components worldwide through a network of trusted partners, enabling Street Crane to become a global player.

Martin attributes the company’s success to innovation and adaptability: “We studied what leading manufacturers were doing and developed our own cost-effective solutions. Change was never easy, but it allowed us to grow and remain competitive.”

Above all, Martin emphasises that none of this would have been possible without the people behind the business: “It’s been a team effort all the way. From past to present, every achievement belongs to the incredible team at Street Crane.

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contributed to our success.”

It has always been important to Martin that the company provides good local jobs and careers but Street Crane is more than a business – it’s a family. Many employees have seen their children and grandchildren join the company, reinforcing its strong community values. Martin takes pride in seeing his son join the leadership team, ensuring continuity for future generations.

Looking ahead, Martin offers advice for future leaders: “Stay focused on what we do best.

Keep pace with competitors, embrace industry standards, and continue developing world-class products.”

As Street Crane celebrates this milestone, Martin reflects on his legacy: “I hope to be remembered as part of a team that kept Street Crane at the forefront of world-class crane makers. I thank everyone – past, present and future – who made this journey possible.”

For more information about Street Crane and its products, visit www.streetcrane.com.

ERIEZ® BUILDS LARGEST X8 METAL DETECTOR IN COMPANY HISTORY Eriez® has manufactured the largest X8 Metal Detector in the company’s history, marking a major milestone for the X8 platform worldwide.

The detector, produced at the Eriez facility in Caerphilly, is one of a pair and features a 1,200 x 1,200 mm (47 x 47 inches) aperture. This landmark build expands the capabilities of the X8 line while maintaining the precision, sensitivity, and reliability that define Eriez inspection technology.

Tom Pickwick, Product Specialist at Eriez-Europe, explains, “Whether a customer needs a standard compact unit or a large custom build, the X8 delivers the same uncompromising accuracy across the product range.” He

adds, “Our global team is fully equipped to support every system in our comprehensive inspection portfolio.”

Engineered for leading-edge sensitivity, intuitive operation, and broad application versatility, the X8 Metal Detector series is designed to perform in food, packaging, plastics, recycling, and other processing environments. All X8 systems are built to the same rigorous performance standards, ensuring superb detection capability regardless of product size or industry application.

For more information about Eriez X8 Metal Detectors, visit eriez.com/X8-metal-detectors.

technologies. Our commitment to innovation has positioned us as a driving market force in several key technology areas, including magnetic separation, flotation, metal detection, and material handling equipment.

The company’s 1,000+ employees are dedicated to providing trusted technical solutions to the mining, food, recycling, packaging, aggregate, and other processing industries. Headquartered in Erie, Pennsylvania, USA, Eriez designs, manufactures, and markets on six continents through 12 wholly owned international subsidiaries and an extensive sales representative network.

Established in 1942, Eriez is a global leader in separation

For more information, visit eriez.com.

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DANFOSS POWER SOLUTIONS COMPLETES ACQUISITION OF HYDRO HOLDING SPA Danfoss Power Solutions today announced that it has finalized its acquisition of hose fittings manufacturer Hydro Holding Spa, having received all necessary approvals. With Hydro Holding on board, Danfoss gains a competitive, local fittings production base in Italy and the Czech Republic, as well as 350 highly experienced and customerfocused employees.

“We’re pleased to welcome Hydro Holding employees to Danfoss Power Solutions.

This talented team will help us accelerate growth and strengthen our global leadership in fluid conveyance. Together, we will deliver unmatched hose and fittings solutions to the European market,“ said Daniel Winter, President, Danfoss Power Solutions.

Hydro Holding is a leading manufacturer of hose fittings headquartered in Castello d’Argile, Italy. The company’s carbon steel and stainless steel fittings, adapters, and hose assemblies complement and expand the Danfoss portfolio of hoses and fittings, providing customers of both companies with a broader range of options.

“With Hydro Holding joining Danfoss, we complete the foundation for our new European fittings platform. Hydro Holding gives us a strong and scalable base in Italy and the Czech Republic, strengthening our ability to serve OEMs and distributors with local production, competitive cost structures, and fast response times.

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solution to Europe,” said Domenico Traverso, President, Fluid Conveyance, Danfoss Power Solutions.

Hydro Holding will be integrated into Danfoss Power Solutions’ Fluid Conveyance division as a new business unit (BU) named Hydro. Stefano Bordegnoni, who has served as CEO of Hydro Holding since May 2024, will lead the newly formed business unit. Bordegnoni has been named Vice President, Hydro, reporting to Traverso.

Bordegnoni brings a distinguished track record in industrial manufacturing, engineering innovation, and global growth leadership to his role at Danfoss. Before joining Hydro Holding, he was Managing Director of the Healthcare Automation Division at Brooks Automation, a leading provider of automated solutions for the semiconductor industry. Prior to that, he served as CEO at Inpeco and as Senior Vice President at Schneider Electric in Singapore.

Bordegnoni holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Genoa, Italy, and has filed patents in advanced industrial automation.

“This is an exciting day for the Hydro Holding team and myself.

Together with Danfoss, we create a strong commercial offering that enables us to deliver even greater value to our customers,” Bordegnoni said. “The top priority for the Hydro BU and the Fluid Conveyance division is continuity for customers and distributors. We will continue operating the dayto-day business by maintaining our strong focus on serving customers, upholding our high quality standards, and delivering innovative solutions.”

Danfoss Power Solutions’ Fluid Conveyance division manufactures hoses and fittings for mobile and industrial equipment, vehicles, aircraft, mining, food and beverage, and other applications.

Product ranges include hydraulic, industrial, thermoplastic, engine, and air conditioning hoses and fittings; connectors and quick-disconnect couplings; and hose machines, tools, and accessories. The division’s annual sales reached EUR 1.2 billion in 2024. With the addition of Hydro Holding’s 350 employees, Fluid Conveyance will have approximately 5,650 employees.

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HIGH-PERFORMANCE COMPACT MIXING IN LABORATORY, PILOT OR PREMIXING The Gericke GMS Compact Batch Mixer is a standalone solution which delivers outstanding mixing quality for small batches in R&D, pilot plants, and specialty production.

Gericke’s GMS Compact Mixer supports a wide range of applications, from agile product development, process upscaling and pre-mix preparation to direct process integration. Its gentle mixing action is ideal for sensitive powders, granules, and blends, ensuring minimal segregation and consistent results. The system is also easy to dismantle and sterilise, supporting both outof-place cleaning and rapid reassembly.

The proven twin-shaft design creates a fluidized mixing zone for fast, gentle, and energyefficient mixing, even with fragile or high-value materials, while

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supporting process variability and liquid injection to enhance formulation flexibility for diverse mixing needs.

A key advantage of the GMS Compact lies in its versatility and ease of use. With usable volumes ranging from 1 to 20 litres, it is ideal for laboratories, pilot plants, and small production batches. The mixer features interchangeable mixing chambers and tools, allowing rapid changeovers and thorough cleaning. This is critical for frequent recipe changes and avoiding crosscontamination. The robust, fully industrial design ensures reliable operation, while the compact footprint saves

valuable space.

Its mobile, standalone configuration requires only a standard electric supply (220 V AC/50 Hz), with no need for pressurized air. The controller is integrated. Advanced mixing information and parameter settings can be easily done via browser access from tablet or laptop. Wired or wifi connections are available.

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DONALDSON SHOWCASES INNOVATIONS FOR HYDROGEN PRODUCTION AT THE 2025 HYDROGEN TECHNOLOGY WORLD EXPO Donaldson will showcase its latest hydrogen purification solutions at the 2025 Hydrogen Technology World Expo to support the evolving production and processing requirements for the hydrogen and fuel cell industry.

Donaldson, a global leader in filtration systems and technology, will participate in Hydrogen Technology World Expo 2025, the world’s largest supplier trade fair for hydrogen technologies, taking place at the Hamburg Messe, Germany, October 21–23, 2025.

On display will be the Donaldson HRC-T H₂ Dryer, an innovative system engineered to deliver consistent gas purity. When paired with Donaldson’s De-Oxo unit, the purification modules are designed to provide hydrogen with an O2 max of 2 ppm(v) and H2O max of 1 ppm(v). This best-in-class performance supports efficiency, reliability, and compliance across hydrogen applications.

Visitors to the Donaldson booth will have the opportunity to see the dryer system up close and engage with technical experts and sales representatives about tailored solutions for their operations.

In addition to demonstrating its product portfolio, Donaldson will highlight its expertise in hydrogen processing and its commitment to partnerships.

The company is working with customers to address evolving requirements around flow rates, purity, and quality to enable the transition to sustainable energy.

Attendees can visit Donaldson at stand 4G10, in hall B4, to explore its hydrogen filtration and drying technologies or book a meeting with the team ahead of the event.

For more information about Donaldson’s purification solutions, please visit Donaldson’s website.

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SPECIAL FEATURE

BOBCAT LAUNCHES ITS MOST POWERFUL MINI-TRACK LOADER: THE MT120 At Paysalia, the annual trade show for landscaping professionals in Lyon (France), Bobcat is unveiling its new MT120 mini track loader. This machine, the most powerful in its class from the manufacturer, offers increased lifting capacity and unmatched performance in height and reach, to meet the needs of landscaping construction and ground maintenance professionals.

POWER AND MANOEUVRABILITY IN A COMPACT SIZE

Equipped with a 1.2-litre non-diesel particulate filter (DPF) engine, the MT120 delivers robust breakout forces and a maximum tipping load of 1,573 kg. Its width of 91 cm makes it ideal for working in the tightest spaces, while ensuring low ground pressure to preserve surfaces. With a lift height of 2.24 m and a reach of 56 cm, the MT120 stands out for its versatility for landscaping professionals.

Its integrated platform offers optimal visibility and smooth controls for precise and intuitive control.

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“Between 2010 and 2020, the median lot size for a new home has decreased by almost 18%, and we are supporting workers to adapt to these smaller spaces,” says Federico Fernandez-Ayala Novo, Senior Product Manager for GME at Bobcat. “Our mini track loader can go where other machines can’t.”

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MINIMAL COST OF OWNERSHIP, MAXIMUM VERSATILITY, OPTIMAL RESULTS

Thanks to maintenance-free components (DPF-free engine, direct drive system, maintenance-free rollers and bushings), the Bobcat MT120 ensures a strong durability and low operating costs. Its low ground pressure, coupled with its exceptional capacity, makes it a great solution for landscapers working difficult jobs on established turf or finished concrete.

Compatible with more than 20 categories of attachments, it is suitable for a wide range of applications: levelling, preparation for seed or sod, tree or branch removal, fencing, irrigation, material handling, snow removal, etc.

“The simple controls also help new or seasonal workers quickly become proficient operators,” adds Federico Fernandez-Ayala Novo.

A HISTORY OF INNOVATION

Bobcat introduced its first mini track loader in 2002, and more than 20 years later, its teams continue to develop new enhancements to the product offering to help customers get more work done on compact worksites.

The MT120 joins the Bobcat MT100, which is part of a broader range of loader options from Bobcat including skid-steer loaders, compact track loaders, small articulated loaders and compact wheel loaders.

VISIT PAYSALIA TO DISCOVER THE MT120

From 2nd to 4th December 2025 in Lyon (France), Bobcat and dealer, ITT Mach10, will be at booth 4A130 to showcase the MT120 and the entire Bobcat landscaping range. In addition to the MT120, the manufacturer will also be presenting the E27z mini-excavator with an auger, the E17z mini-excavator with a hydraulic grapple and bucket, the CT1025 mower, and the T450 compact track loader with a flail cutter.

To learn more about Bobcat’s products, attachments and services, visit www.bobcat.com.

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TRACOINSA CHOOSES IFM SENSORS FOR CONVEYOR PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Tracoinsa, a materials handling specialist with an enviable reputation for developing and supplying efficient and effective solutions tailored to clients’ individual requirements, has implemented a novel conveyor evaluation system that makes extensive use of sensors and related products from ifm electronic.

The objective of the system is to compare the performance of multiple types of conveyors when handling different products.

The system comprises short sections of roller, chain, belt and other conveyors arranged as two parallel sideby-side tracks. At one end of the track is a pneumatically operated cross transfer, and at the other end a chain-driven pusher to transfer material between the tracks.

Essentially, the system forms a closed loop, so that any product placed in it will continue to circulate indefinitely until it is removed. This allows the performance of the conveyors to be evaluated over many hours or even days.

To determine how well it is performing, the drive system for each of the conveyor sections is equipped with an ifm VVB306 threeaxis vibration sensor.

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provide RMS velocity, RMS acceleration and peak acceleration data. They also feature an integrated temperature sensor. In the Tracoinsa application, the velocity data provides an indication of fatigue in the drive system, while the acceleration data relates to friction and impact. The temperature data is a useful additional indicator of overall drive

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The pneumatic cylinders on the cross transfer used to transfer the products between the parallel tracks are also monitored, this time using ifm PQC812 pressure sensors, which offer reliable and accurate monitoring of system pressure in pneumatic and compressed air systems.

The data from these sensors can be used to identify any leaks or issues with the compressor.

All of the ifm sensors are connected via IOLink, which supports real-time transmission of all available data from each device. The data is ultimately passed, via an IO-Link master, to a laptop computer running ifm’s moneo software, which incorporates dedicated features for machine health monitoring. The software analyses the data from the sensors and displays the results in a convenient dashboard form. The moneo software also stores data from the sensors for reporting and for further analysis, should this be needed.

The results from the monitoring system not only indicate the current performance of the various conveyor segments but also provide invaluable insights into maintenance requirements, enabling Tracoinsa to generate accurate, data-driven advice on how to maintain systems in peak condition throughout their long operating life.

“The ifm sensors are very easy to work with,” said James Baker, Project Engineer for Tracoinsa. “They’re robust devices that are simple to configure and they deliver accurate and dependable results. IO-Link greatly simplifies field wiring, and the ifm moneo software is both

versatile and easy to use. We had one day of training from ifm, and after that we were able to quickly develop dashboards, using dragand-drop techniques, which exactly match our requirements and show the important results clearly.”

Tracoinsa is already finding the conveyor evaluation system to be a valuable asset. It provides information that is extremely useful to the company’s engineering team in helping them to optimise their designs to suit specific requirements.

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DEVELON LAUNCHES NEW RANGE OF ELECTRIC EXCAVATORS, DELIVERING FULL PERFORMANCE WITH ZERO EMISSIONS While electric construction equipment still represents a small portion of the overall market in most areas, progressive regions like the Benelux and Nordic countries are rapidly advancing. Government mandates, regulatory frameworks and public demand in these areas have already driven a significant shift towards electrification.

In response to this rapidly expanding demand, Develon (formerly Doosan Construction Equipment) is advancing a bold strategy to deliver a significantly broadened portfolio of electric-powered excavators, enabling customers to transition quickly and efficiently from diesel to zero-emission machines. Built on the same robust platforms that contractors and operators know and trust, the new electric machines deliver identical performance to their diesel counterparts.

At the same time, they introduce a new level of sustainability, efficiency, and operator comfort to the jobsite.

Following successful projects across the Netherlands and in the Scandinavian countries, Develon is confident in the maturity of the technology and its readiness for broader introduction.

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the urgency and potential of the European market, particularly its leadership in this area.

Built on the company’s proven ‘-7 Series’ platform, the first wave of electric machines covers key segments across both compact and mid-size classes. The initial lineup includes: • Electric Mini Excavators DX20ZE-7, DX23E-7, DX85RE-7 • Electric Wheeled Excavators (10-20 tonne class) DX100WE-7, DX160WE-7K • Electric Crawler Excavators (20 tonne class and above) DX230LCE-7, DX250LCE-7 The expanded electric lineup will be introduced in phases to support a smooth market rollout. The DX160WE-7 electric wheeled excavator and the DX230LCE-7 and DX250LCE-7 electric crawler excavators will be commercially available by the end of this year, enabling customers to deploy zeroemission machines in key segments

BULK MATERIALS HANDLING DX160WE7K (WHEELED ELECTRIC EXCAVATOR)

The DX160WE-7K offers all the new features from ‘-7K’ generation of wheeled excavators combined with 100% electric drive. It features a 105 kW permanent-magnet motor and a LiFePO₄ battery pack capable of around 10 hours of operation under defined conditions. With an operating weight of approximately 17.3 t and a bucket capacity around 1.02 m³, the machine boasts the same digging and handling capability as a traditional diesel model—but now with zero point-of-use emissions and significantly lower noise levels, making it ideal for urban sites.

DX230LCE7 (CRAWLER ELECTRIC EXCAVATOR)

Extending the electric portfolio into the medium crawler segment, the DX230LCE-7 is targeted for full performance in heavy applications. It combines advanced electric drive technology with the robust base architecture of the ‘-7’ series to deliver comparable production capacity to the diesel variant with operating time around 9 hours on one charge.

The machine is designed with operator familiarity in mind—controls, attachments and service infrastructure align with the diesel model, while delivering the benefits of zero emissions, quieter operation and lower vibration.

DX250LCE7 (CRAWLER ELECTRIC EXCAVATOR)

At the top of the initial electric rollout is the DX250LCE-7, designed for significant earthmoving and construction applications. The DX250LCE-7 has all the benefits of the DX230LCE-7 but with a larger battery pack, bringing the total operating time to 12 hours.

The DX100WE-7 electric wheeled excavator and the DX85RE-7 electric mini excavator will follow next year, completing the first wave of Develon’s electric range and covering all core segments from compact to mid-size machines.

DEVELON’S APPROACH TO ELECTRIFICATION

Develon’s approach to electrification is built on practical innovation, strategic collaboration and a commitment to delivering the right solutions exactly when the market needs them. As a global manufacturer, Develon leverages its broad engineering capability while partnering closely with specialized European electric-drive and battery suppliers, ensuring every new model benefits from the latest technological expertise.

Rather than pursuing electrification in isolation, Develon has established a development model that is agile, collaborative and market-driven. By working directly with experienced system integrators and customers in leading electric markets, Develon is able to accelerate development cycles, validate technology in real applications and bring fully functional machines to market with confidence.

This partnership-driven strategy enables Develon to deliver electric excavators that match diesel performance while integrating advanced charging,

powertrain and control solutions tailored for European jobsite requirements. As a result, Develon can introduce new models at precisely the moment contractors need them—supporting the continent’s rapid shift toward lower-emission, high-efficiency construction equipment.

Develon’s electrification roadmap reflects a clear commitment: developing robust, high-performance electric machines through smart collaboration and delivering them with the reliability and uptime that customers expect from the brand.

DESIGNED FOR TODAY’S JOB SITES – AND TOMORROW’S EXPECTATIONS

With demand for low-emission equipment rising rapidly across Europe—and particularly in the Northern markets—Develon’s new electric excavators deliver a powerful, job-ready solution. These machines combine zero-emission operation, low noise levels and high operating efficiency with the durability and hydraulic performance expected on modern European jobsites. The result is a range of electric excavators that cut emissions and noise significantly while maintaining the productivity, control precision and uptime contractors rely on every day.

FUTURE OUTLOOK

As the company’s in-house teams and facilities continue to develop new electric models, Develon has also decided to work closely with external partners to manage product portfolio development and avoid overlap, ensuring a complementary and marketresponsive offering.

In coming years, Develon will continue to leverage both centralized development and localized innovation to accelerate its electrification roadmap.

The company remains focused on delivering highquality, customer-driven electric solutions that reflect the rapidly changing demands of the construction industry.

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BULK MATERIALS HANDLING

NATIONAL PILE CROPPERS CELEBRATES TEN YEARS OF CUSTOMER FOCUS AND INNOVATION National Pile Croppers – NPC – was formed just over ten years ago, and during the last decade the company has gone from strength to strength. A focus on customers’ requirements and innovation has seen the development of an award winning range of hydraulic pile croppers. Backed up by a skilled, professional and friendly customer hire desk team, the company leads the way in providing the care and expertise customers require when in the field.

With a management team with over 100 years of experience in the foundation piling industry, an innovative inhouse developed and manufactured product line, and a focus on personal service, NPC has in the last ten years become one of the construction industry’s best kept secrets. From its base in the heart of England, the company has gone from strength to strength developing customer focused foundation pile cropping solutions to a wide variety of customers. “We realised that the industry was crying out for a customer focused innovative solution that could develop to meet the real needs of contractors and construction firms,” explains National Pile Cropper managing director Simon Price.

This desire to provide an innovative and efficient solution saw NPC hydraulic croppers being designed to be the most advanced time saving system in the world for reducing concrete foundation piles.

NPC’s pile croppers deliver a perfect horizontal finish, undamaged reinforcement and no cracks or spalling below cut-off level. Innovative thinking utilises the latest technologies making it possible to break square, hexagonal, octagonal and circular shaped piles at up to 200 piles per day. The NPC team have been central to the introduction and evolution of the pile croppers, with all its croppers being designed to ensure that users can get the job done as safely and efficiently as possible.

From the very first NPC hire of the company’s innovative and productive SB cropper to Bridgebank Construction, the range has gone through constant reappraisal and has channelled customer experience into refining the offering. Now the very latest development, the IP protected 4 Jaw Tetra, is currently undergoing live testing on site in the Netherlands.

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CUSTOMER AND PEOPLE FOCUS

One of the core aims of NPC was to provide a unique, customer focused solution geared to making customers more efficient, safe, productive and profitable. “National Pile Croppers’ range provide a far superior cut and better productivity at less overall cost to anything else in the marketplace.

We listen to the comments of our valued clients, making adjustments and improvements to croppers as necessary, designing bespoke croppers for larger projects as required,” explains Simon Price, who added: “Our unique patented designs, continuous product improvement programme and rigorous R&D, ensure customers get a reliable and robust machine. Our croppers intuitively reduce any need for personnel to be positioned near the breakdown of piles removing the risk of injury, with the safety of site operatives being the top priority in the design of each National Pile Cropper model.”

As well as having an industry leading product range, National Pile Croppers stands ahead of the generalist hire desks due to its depth of product knowledge and levels of customer service. All customers deal with the same pile cropping expert and are assigned an individual contact at the hire desk from beginning to the very end of the hire period.

The aim is to provide a highly personal service. All hires are competitively priced and available with 24/7 support.

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been the work NPC has accomplished developing the most important part of the business – it’s people.

This has seen area sales manager Scott Fitchett being promoted to sales director, former fitter Simon Hall becoming an area sales manager, Lisa Hill becoming hire desk manager and industry veteran Henry Roe becoming workshop manager. “People are our strength. From day one we’ve focused on developing this most valued of resources where the knowledge and skills they accumulate from our customers can be channelled into developing the product range and refining our offering,” says Simon. This has also led NPC to being accepted as a member of such industry bodies as the CPA, Constructionline, and Alcumus.

In addition, the product range and service have achieved both Achilles and FORS accreditation.

GLOBALLY ACTIVE

NPC are without question the leading UK manufacturer of hydraulic pile croppers. The list of customers is extensive with Skanska, Sir Robert McAlpines, Kier Construction and Churngold Construction, amongst many others, all being users and advocates of the NPC product range. To this, can be added the work accomplished overseas as part of the rebuilding work in both the Ukraine and Iraq, the Tesla giga factory in Berlin, and the redevelopment of the old Athens airport for Cosmos Construction in Greece.

The increasing global interest and demand for its range has led NPC to become a regular attender of such global exhibitions as ConExpo/ConAgg in Las Vegas as well as other strategic trade shows.

In addition, NPC now has a first class dealership next network in the US, Canada, Germany, the Netherlands and a subsidiary, Australia Pile Croppers, down under. There are ongoing discussions with regards to further expansion with announcements expected shortly.

THE INTELLIGENT SOLUTION

In its ten years, National Pile Croppers was created to fully refine customer focused pile cropping solutions. In doing this the team have utilised their amassed concrete foundation industry experience to ‘really make a difference’. The unprecedented knowledge and passion ensure the supply of the correctly identified equipment, in a fully serviced and tested state, suited for site specific applications, on time, and at competitive price levels.

“We’ve only been around ten years and I’d like to thank everyone involved in helping us achieve so much. Firstly our customers who have put their trust in us, and who keep in coming back and using our pile croppers. And of course, the people behind it all – the fitters, technicians, hire desk operators – without them, we wouldn’t be where we are today. The next ten years will see more expansion and innovation as we address new markets and solutions with our customers,” concludes Simon Price.

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HEALTH & SAFETY

OPTIMIZING RESULTS AND ROI FROM CONVEYOR SAFETY TRAINING

By R. Todd Swinderman, President Emeritus / Martin Engineering The hours spent training production and maintenance teams can lead to variable results. They might just tick the boxes without providing a return on investment. Or they can enhance safety, foster team building, and develop a deep understanding of the equipment that boosts efficiency and uptime.

Training should be robust and encourage problemsolving using modern methods and standards.

Companies that prioritize safety experience fewer safety incidents, less regulatory oversight, and higher productivity and profits.

When it comes to conveyor belts, a one-day training session can serve as a refresher, but it is recommended that staff complete a comprehensive course lasting at least 2 days. Conveyors are as complex as they are crucial to operations, and training should include a mix of classroom and hands-on learning, followed by a pilot program to encourage team building and gauge results.

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THE PROBLEM

A commitment to safety starts at the top with corporate culture. A “production-at-all-costs” approach means safety concerns are always present.

Bad habits and injuries often stem from three things: • Lack of funding.

• An understaffed maintenance department.

• A “run-till-broke” mentality.

Good safety habits require training and the patience for extra steps. Cutting corners and labelling it “efficiency” can lead to serious injuries, low morale, downtime, and lost production.

BASIC TRAINING

Everyone who operates, cleans, or maintains conveyors should be trained on the hazards of bulk material handling. Basic training helps staff identify problems and resolve them safely. Appropriate safety training emphasizes a basic understanding of conveyor design and operation, as well as the LockOut Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures required for working on and around the system.

HEALTH & SAFETY ADVANCED TRAINING

Over time, production demands cause the conveyor belt speed and capacity to reach beyond the original design specifications.

Systems are incrementally modified to minimize problems associated with the demands. Advanced conveyor design training for engineers and mechanics is critical for diagnosis and the development of updated solutions. No two conveyors are identical, so adhering to standard design methods allows a technician to make adjustments that another can recognize and understand.

DAY ONE

A walk down “problem belts” before the training helps the instructor focus on site-specific problems and the management’s expectations. The first day starts in the classroom with the class reviewing typical problems, discussing challenges, and the best practices of safely addressing them. The class identifies a couple of problem conveyors and splits into small teams. Each team examines the same problem and brainstorms solutions.

DAY TWO

The class reviews and discusses root causes, solutions, and procedures. Once the teams reach an agreement, they prepare a short presentation using the knowledge they gained. The presentations may also include an estimate of the cost of the proposed solutions.

Management is then invited to listen to the team presentations, ask questions, and show a commitment to safety and communication. By making the presentations, trainees display knowledge and support for the solutions. It is critical at this step that the manager(s) who attend the presentations have the authority to act on the proposals and are willing to commit to a pilot program to demonstrate that theoretical results can be translated into reality.

PILOT PROGRAM

One or more conveyors from the presentation are selected for a pilot program. Usually, the results of the pilot program are immediately noticeable.

A lapse in maintenance affects the pilot results, so extend the test period to the next scheduled shutdown, with periodic inspections and adjustments made by the equipment manufacturer.

CONCLUSION

It is incumbent upon management to take safety and maintenance training as seriously as the staff, listen to employees’ concerns, and fix the problem correctly the first time. As research has shown, companies that prioritize safety, training, and updating equipment enjoy fewer safety incidents, less regulatory oversight, higher productivity and greater long-term profits.

The online Martin® Foundations™ Learning Center draws on the collective knowledge and expertise gathered over 80+ years of solving bulk-handling challenges. Aimed at apprentice technicians and experienced engineers alike, the non-commercial information is offered at no charge and is accessible by computer, tablet, or smartphone. An extension of the Foundations training curriculum, the Learning Center uses a mix of text, photos, videos, webinars, online events, and live experts available to answer questions.

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CONTROLS, SENSORS & LEVEL MEASUREMENT

ROBUST, RELIABLE RADAR SENSORS FOR MOBILE MACHINERY When demanding sensing applications occur in challenging environments such as in the agriculture, construction, and mobile machinery industries, it is important to install robust and reliable sensors suited to the challenges. Sensor specialist BAUMER offer their robust and dependable Off-Highway Radar Sensors which are designed to meet these challenges.

For example, their R600V sensors deliver quick and precise distance measurement and are tested according to the highest standards required by the Off-Highway sector. Features such as robust housing, optimum lens protection, effective sealing which meets IP69K immersion and CAN SAE J1939 interface, makes these radar sensors especially suited to challenging applications.

For agricultural and construction machinery applications ‘Ground & Crop’ radar sensors provide superior crop penetration and ground detection, while multi-object radar sensors enable individual application solutions, both of which are tested to the highest off-highway industry standards.

These robust sensors are designed to operate in tough environments resisting extreme wind, temperature and humidity conditions and so help to increase machine efficiency and protection against crop damage. Furthermore, the automation of

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working processes helps operators to reduce costs, for example reducing consumption of materials such as chemicals and liquid fertilizers.

The sensors also help users to achieve faster machine development thanks to their easy integration and proven signal processing from Baumer.

The wide range of options include an automotivegrade design supported by a product qualification according to the highest industrial standards, such as EN ISO 14982, ISO 13766, EN 13309, EN 610006-2, EN 61000-6-3 and EN 305550.

The R600V also features 122 GHz design with conformity declarations and certificates for key agricultural machinery applications which helps fast commissioning.

The sensors are suitable for a wide range of applications including combine harvesters, selfpropelled forage harvesters, tractors, agricultural sprayers, attachments for soil cultivation & tillage, seeding equipment, autonomous field robots, rubbish trucks, pavers and spraying and cutting machines.

More at: https://www.baumer.com/gb/en/ solutions/mobile-machines/a/mobile-automation

CONTROLS, SENSORS & LEVEL MEASUREMENT

NEW LOW-CAPACITY MULTI-AXIS SENSOR ENHANCES ROBOTIC PRECISION AND ADVANCES TESTING CAPABILITIES To help engineers meet the demands of modern machine automation and test stands - such as wind channels or model testing - leading measurement specialist, Hottinger Brüel & Kjær (HBK), has added a low-capacity model to its sensor family - MCS10.

The MCS10 multi-axis sensors can simultaneously capture up to three forces (tension and compression) and three moments (clockwise and counterclockwise), in different combinations, with accuracy class up to 0.1, making it ideal for control tasks in production and assembly lines and automated test benches.

Engineers can choose their sensor with the number of channels required (up to six), tailoring the solution to their needs and reducing cost on unnecessary items. The sensor’s high precision and compensation for crosstalk ensures they receive accurate measurement results.

There’s an option to add TEDS technology which enables the installed data acquisition unit to automatically detect the MCS10, so it’s ready for immediate use, without extensive parameterization.

It has multiple measurement combinations, offering engineers greater flexibility and cost savings, as they can order the solution to specifically match their needs.

MCS10 achieves the requirements of the IP67 degree of protection, ensuring it can withstands moisture, dust, and vibration - and can handle up to 200% overload even in the

harshest industrial environments.

The new sensor offers capacities of 2 kN (Fz), 0.5 kN (Fx and Fy) and can measure bending moments up to 20 Nm. With this new model the MCS10 family features all over seven

models up to 200 kN / 40 kN / 40 kN. Sensors with even higher capacities are also available as custom sensors.

Learn more about the MCS10 range on HBK’s website: MCS10 | HBK

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SIEVES, SIFTERS, SEPARATORS & SCREENING

IMPACT AIR SYSTEMS EXPANDS GLOBAL WINDSIFTER RANGE WITH LAUNCH OF THE COMPACT ZAC400 Impact Air Systems, a global leader in air-based separation technology for more than 35 years, has announced the launch of the ZAC400, the newest addition to its proven Zigzag Air Classifier (ZAC) range. This compact, high-performance model joins the established ZAC800 and the heavy-duty ZAC1200, creating a fully scalable family of dryseparation systems designed to meet the needs of recycling and resource-recovery operations worldwide.

A COMPACT SOLUTION FOR MODERN RECYCLING CHALLENGES

Engineered in response to growing demand for high-efficiency separation in tighter plant footprints, the ZAC400 delivers the full performance of the ZAC range in a plug-and-play format. Using precision zig-zag airflow to separate light and heavy materials, it enables operators to achieve cleaner recyclates, lower disposal costs and greater recovery efficiency

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— all within a smaller, cost-effective footprint.

Key advantages include: • Higher-value recyclates through cleaner output • Reduced disposal volumes and costs • Quick integration with minimal downtime • Low energy use and fast return on investment Engineered for Tough Environments — Especially Glass All ZAC models are built from high-grade, wearresistant materials, ensuring long-term durability even in harsh, abrasive waste streams. Their robust construction makes them particularly effective in glass processing environments, where traditional systems often suffer from excessive wear and costly downtime.

By eliminating common wear points and optimising airflow paths, the ZAC range delivers consistent, reliable performance with reduced maintenance demands.

SIEVES, SIFTERS, SEPARATORS & SCREENING CASE STUDY: STRONG PERFORMANCE AT ENVA’S NOTTINGHAM MRF

The ZAC400 has already demonstrated its capability in full-scale production environments, including at one of the UK’s leading recycling operators.

“The ZAC 400 has been a solid upgrade for our Nottingham site,” says Paul Needham, Strategic Development Director at ENVA. “It’s much more efficient than the system we had before, with less downtime and better recovery of fibre and glass. The install was straightforward, and the support from Impact has been spot on.”

This installation has delivered cleaner outputs, reduced maintenance time and improved overall process reliability — showcasing the ZAC400’s value as an operational upgrade for modern MRFs. Processing input material from the MRF residue line, the ZAC400 consistently delivers clean glass as the heavy fraction and highquality fibre and plastic film as the light fraction.

A SCALABLE RANGE FOR EVERY OPERATION

With three core models available — the compact ZAC400, the versatile ZAC800, and the highcapacity ZAC1200 — Impact Air Systems offers a ZAC solution for every throughput requirement, site layout and budget. All models deliver the same proven separation performance, dust control and energy efficiency.

TEST THE TECHNOLOGY FIRST-HAND: IMPACT’S DEMONSTRATION FACILITY

Impact Air Systems operates a dedicated demonstration and testing facility, allowing customers to trial ZAC systems using their own waste materials. This hands-on approach gives operators the confidence to validate performance, compare outputs and select the ideal configuration for their processes.

SUPPORTING THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY

By enabling higher recovery rates, improving output quality and reducing landfill dependency, the ZAC range helps operators meet increasingly ambitious environmental targets. Cleaner recyclates are easier to reprocess, reducing reliance on virgin resources and strengthening circular-economy performance.

About Impact Air Systems Impact Air Systems is a UK-based global supplier of air-based separation, dust control and materialhandling solutions for recycling, manufacturing and waste-processing industries. With more than 35 years of engineering expertise, the company delivers innovative, high-performance systems that improve efficiency, reduce waste and enhance environmental results.

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