Volvo Construction Equipment is set to launch its EC230 Electric excavator and L120 Electric wheel loader in North America early next year. This announcement was made during the Volvo Days event in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania. These mid-size electric machines are designed to meet the increasing demand for more powerful, environmentally friendly construction equipment. Dr. Ray Gallant, … Read more
of the company’s broader strategy to decarbonize its operations, focusing on electrifying its fleet to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Unlike traditional excavators powered by diesel engines, the R 9400 E is equipped with an electric motor. The necessary power is supplied through a trailing cable connected to an autonomous cable reeler, enabling the excavator … Read more
The esteemed Chinese construction machinery manufacturer, Sany, is embarking on an international venture, introducing its electric excavator, the SY215E, beyond the borders of China for the very first time. This groundbreaking initiative began with a notable unveiling in the Netherlands, establishing a foothold from which Sany plans to extend availability to further European nations. Tailored … Read more
Fortescue’s adoption of electric-powered heavy machinery has reached a new pinnacle with its electric excavator moving a staggering one million tonnes of material since it began operations. Initially, the excavator operated below full capacity for a period of three months. This phase allowed the onsite personnel to acquire hands-on experience and a comprehensive understanding of … Read more
Fortescue Metals Group has reached a significant operational milestone with one of its pioneering electric excavators, which has efficiently moved over a million tonnes of material in a mere three months since deployment. Positioned at the Cloudbreak mine within the prodigious Chichester Hub, situated in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, this 300-tonne behemoth is … Read more
