Fri November 09, 2001
Volvo Construction, Komatsu Discuss Industrial Cooperation for Components
Volvo Construction Equipment and Komatsu Ltd have initiated discussions regarding future cooperation in the production and development of construction equipment components. Tangible outcomes from the discussions are expected by mid-year 2002.
The intention is to determine whether both companies can find ways to strengthen their cost competitiveness and to increase customer satisfaction.
"We believe this cooperation could lead us to find high quality and cost effective solutions," said Masahiro Sakane, president of Komatsu, and Tony Helsham, president & CEO of Volvo Construction Equipment, in a common statement to the announcement.
In the discussions, Volvo Construction Equipment and Komatsu will not include sales, service, distribution and equity participation.
Both companies will continue to engage in business as independent competitors using their own dealer networks, brands and identities.
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Sat October 27, 2001
Caterpillar, Komatsu Lead Array of Projects in Sioux Falls, SD
Heavy equipment is on the job throughout Sioux Falls, SD. Komatsu and Caterpillar equipment is working for contractors on three different projects in the area. The projects include earthmoving work on the south side of the Southeast Technical Institute on Career Avenue and at the South Dakota Army National Guard on Benson Road off Highway 229, as well as road construction off of Russell Street....
Thu March 22, 2001
Daewoo Heavy Industries Enters Into an Agreement With Komatsu Limited of Japan
Komatsu Limited of Japan and Daewoo Heavy Industries and Machinery Corporation of Korea entered into a two-year agreement for Komatsu to supply equipment to Daewoo for distribution through Daewoo’s distributor network in Korea.
The agreement calls for Daewoo to import Komatsu Limited construction equipment products into the Korean domestic market....
Wed September 13, 2000
Berks Products Steps it Up With Komatsu HD605
To meet the growing demands of its limestone quarry operations, Berks Products of Reading, PA, recently purchased a 67-ton Komatsu HD605 quarry truck from Furnival Machinery Company, Hatfield, PA.
Working with John Sutch at Furnival Machinery Company, Berks Products purchased the HD605 for its main quarry near Leesport, PA.
Having never purchased a Komatsu truck, Bob Bucklew, director of fleet resources, said he was willing to give something new a chance.
“We evaluated the competition and found the HD605 had the right combination of power, capacity, warrantee and price,” he said....
Wed August 16, 2000
Komatsu’s Tight Tail Swing Delivers Right Prescription for Small Spaces
As most contractors know, working in confined and congested areas can not only be hazardous to their health but their machines’ health as well. When Komatsu introduced its PC128US-2 and PC228USLC-2 hydraulic excavators....
Sat February 17, 2001
Komatsu Excavator Wows Determann, Aging Iowa Crane Enjoys Retirement
When Tom Determann, owner of Determann Terminals, Camanche, IA, went on a mission to replace an aging cable crane for his barge loading and unloading operations, he had a short list of needs — capacity and versatility....
Sat May 06, 2000
Texas Contractor, Komatsu Dozer Rip Through Layers of Tough Austin Chalk
Try moving 670,320 cubic meters (882,000 cu. yds.) of Austin Chalk, and you’ll find it’s not an easy job. C. Watts and Sons Construction Co. Inc., Denton, TX, is in the midst of moving this massive amount of chalk for the North Texas Municipal Water District Landfill, McKinney, TX....
Sat April 08, 2000
Texas Environmental Recycling Selects Komatsu Unit for Power, Productivity
Texas Environmental Recycling’s (TER) Field Supervisor Mike Malander recently purchased a Komatsu PC220LC-6 excavator from Continental Equipment Co. (CECo), Fort Worth, TX. This is the first new Komatsu machine sold out of the branch, according to CECo salesperson Dick Mulligan.
TER and its parent company CERES Environmental Services Inc....
Sat January 01, 2000
Continental Equipment Offers Komatsu Backhoe Loaders
Continental Equipment, headquartered in Dallas, TX, now offers the Komatsu Utility Corporation’s WA 140-2 and WA 150-2 backhoe loaders.
The 64-kilowatt (86 hp) WA 140-2 and the 73-kilowatt (98 hp) WA 150-2 both feature Avance excavator hydraulic technology.
Continental Equipment Company L.P....
Darryl Seland - Sat December 02, 2000
Komatsu Molds Next Generation of Talent With OSU Training Program
The demand for skilled individuals in the marketplace, especially in the construction industry, is sky-rocketing and the cost of a college education in this country is soaring right along with it. Many manufacturers and distributors in the construction equipment business have recognized the problem and are taking a proactive position, one which has spawned dealer-sponsored educational programs that are attempting to address both of these issues....
