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EQUIPMENT The company says the two new models, named the MB-HDS207 minimal downtime and the ability to continually work.
MB CRUSHER IN SHAFT SCREENING BUCKET LAUNCH
regardless of the type of machine supplied by Jungheinrich.
and the MB-HDS212, are part of its new generation HDS range
WACKER NEUSON BUYS CONCRETING SUPPLIER
and have been created to simplify tasks on all job sites, including
recycling and separating dirt from demolition debris.
of concrete vibrators, screeds, vibratory plates, rammers and walk-
The MB-HDS207 weighs 98 kg (216 lb), making it compatible with
a mini excavator with an operating weight of 1,300 to 2,800 kg Wacker Neuson is to acquire Spain-based Enar, the manufacturer
behind rollers. The price has not been disclosed.
(2,866 to 6,173 lb). Enar manufactures its products in Zaragoza, Spain and reported
The 480 kg (1,058 lb) MB-HDS212 can be installed on midi worldwide sales of €22 million in 2021. It employs 130 people and
excavators and backhoe loaders between 5,000 and 10,000 kg has a strong sales presence in Europe and Latin America.
(11,023 to 22,046 lb), and on loaders from 4,000 kg (8,818 lb) to Wacker Neuson said the 100% acquisition would strengthen its
10,000 kg. It is also compatible on skid steers. market position and extend its international reach, particularly in
The shaft screeners were designed to simplify the job. Thanks to the the field of concrete technology.
coupler connection being shorter than the rest of the design, you “With the acquisition of the Enar Group, we have found the
get more control during the loading and sorting phases making ideal way to expand our offering in the rapidly growing concrete
it easier to get the job done. Not only that, but buckets’ shape technology market”, said Alexander Greschner, Chief Sales Officer
increases productivity. The shaft screeners have a sealed cover of Wacker Neuson.
designed to withstand longterm use but also to shield the vital “Enar products are excellently positioned and the company has
parts of the machine from materials such as dirt and sand. The established strong market access, creating highly promising
same cover protects the bolts and side casings, guaranteeing opportunities for our Group,” He added that the deal would give
oit access to new customer groups; “Enar distributes its products
through sales channels that are not the focus of our Wacker
Neuson brand, so this is a win-win for both parties.”
Jose Luis del Prim Imaz, Chief Executive Officer of Enarco SA, owner
of Enar, said; “We are delighted to have gained a strong partner
in Wacker Neuson, opening up excellent long-term prospects for
our company and the Enar brand.
“I am convinced that the merger will give our employees the
best possible development opportunities and that we – together
with Wacker Neuson – will be even better placed to meet our
customers’ needs as we move forward.”
The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2022, with
The MB-HDS212 is compatible with mini and midi excavators, thje purchase price settled in cash and treasury shares.
backhoe loaders and skid steers. (Photo: MB Crusher)
HAULOTTE PARTNERS FOR NORWAY LOGISTICS Haulotte Scandinavia, said, “Jungheinrich and Haulotte have a
Haulotte Scandinavia has partnered with Norwegian logistics similar business model, where safety and quality take precedence
equipment rental company and service provider Jungheinrich to over everything else.
enhance the manufacturer’s presence in the country. “Both companies are moving towards fully electric solutions in
The arrangement will also see Jungheinrich entering the lifting an environmentally friendly way. Jungheinrich has a very dense
market for the first time. Robert Magnusson, general manager of network in the Norwegian market, which is also why it is the ideal
partner for us.”
As Haulotte explains, partnering with Jungheinrich will allow
the company to move into smaller customer markets, such as
logistics companies which often need MEWPs in their warehouses.
The collaboration with Jungheinrich will also enable Haulotte’s
Scandinavian subsidiary to offer a faster and more efficient local
service. Fredrik Høyer-Dahl, sales manager of Jungheinrich Norway,
added, “We saw a demand among our existing customers for
aerial work platforms, this type of equipment was missing from
our offering.
“The similarity between Haulotte and Jungheinrich’s colours is a
definite advantage, and the fact that they are a serious player, the
third largest people lifting equipment manufacturer in the world,
is also very important.”
Jungheinrich technicians have been trained on Haulotte’s aerial
work platforms, which are already available from Jungheinrich
in Oslo, meaning customers will have a single service contact,

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