General Motors and Komatsu will co-develop a hydrogen fuel cell power module for Komatsu’s 930E mining truck, said to be the world’s best-selling ultra-class haul truck. The surface-mining electric drive truck has an operating weight of 1,150,000 lbs and a nominal payload capacity of 320 tons. The companies will jointly design and validate the technology. […]
Komatsu to acquire U.S. battery manufacturer
The construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment markets are experiencing rapid and massive growth in electrification driven by CO2 reduction efforts, regulatory demands, ESG and operational improvement needs. That’s the motivation behind the announcement that Komatsu, through its wholly owned subsidiary in the U.S., Komatsu America Corp., has agreed to acquire American Battery Solutions, […]
High-efficiency hydraulics bolsters battery electric machines
Komatsu showcased several hydraulic-electric machines and related battery technology at Conexpo 2023. The goal, said company officials, is to develop the technology and equipment to help customers reduce their carbon footprint and plan for implementing sustainable solutions, including electrification, and to make fleet management more efficient. One featured product was the 20-ton PC210LCE electric excavator. […]
Komatsu will showcase electric machines and battery technology at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023
For the sustainability of businesses and the planet, at CONEXPO/CON-AGG 2023, Komatsu will be showcasing machines and technology engineered to help customers reduce their carbon footprint and plan for implementing sustainable solutions, including electrification. In booth W42044, visitors to the show will find a variety of options designed to help manage energy transitions and increase […]
Creating value together at CONEXPO
For CONEXPO 2023, Komatsu will be in booth W42044, and the theme for the show will be “Creating value together.” With the right products, latest technologies, actionable data, and dealer support, Komatsu helps customers create value to help achieve their visions for productivity, efficiency, sustainability, and safety. The Komatsu booth will feature equipment, technology, and […]
Komatsu expands its range of hydraulic breakers
Used in a variety of rock and concrete demolition applications from scaling a tunnel, to running a pedestal-boom on a quarry, or tearing out reinforced concrete abutments, breakers are essential tools. Designed and tested for compatibility with Komatsu excavators from the PC210 up to the PC490, Komatsu’s new JMHB-V breaker series helps customers achieve excellent […]
Hoseless drilling machine improves uptime
At MINExpo 2021, Komatsu introduced a new underground hard rock drilling machine with several advanced features originating from customer input and collaboration. Unlike previous models, it includes hoseless booms. The ZJ32Bi is a battery-electric, medium-class jumbo which, according to the company, is built on a common platform for increased user adoption and efficient training. A […]
IFPE Download: Komatsu wheel loader increases fuel efficiency by up to 30%
Komatsu introduced its versatile new WA475-10 wheel loader at Conexpo/IFPE 2020. It’s designed for quarry, waste, infrastructure, forestry, and non-residential construction applications. According to the company, the new machine was developed to support customers’ needs for improved productivity and lower fuel costs. Its engine has 22 more horsepower than the previous WA470-8 model but, thanks […]
Hydraulics lets driverless trucks move 2 billion tons
Global heavy equipment manufacturer Komatsu America Corp., Rolling Meadows, Ill., announced that the FrontRunner Autonomous Haulage System (AHS) has achieved the unprecedented milestone of more than two billion tons of surface material moved in driveless operation. According to company officials, the FrontRunner system has now hauled more than all other commercial mining autonomous haulage systems […]
Komatsu acquires Joy Global to expand mining business
Komatsu America Corp., a subsidiary of Komatsu Ltd., has completed its acquisition of Joy Global Inc., a worldwide leader in high-productivity mining solutions. Retaining its headquarters in Milwaukee, Joy Global Inc. will be renamed Komatsu Mining Corp. and operate as a subsidiary of Komatsu. The company will continue to promote and invest in the P&H, Joy […]
Three-pump hydraulic circuit powers forest harvester
The new 8-wheel-drive 931XC (Xtreme Conditions) forestry harvester from Komatsu America, Chattanooga, Tenn., is reportedly built to deliver high performance, particularly on steep, rough or soft terrain. One notable feature, according to the company, is the 3PS three-pump hydraulic system. It provides significantly higher hydraulic working flow at low engine speeds than comparable machines—which combines […]
Komatsu hosts “day-in-the-life” construction career fair for Georgia college students
Komatsu America Corp. recently hosted more than 30 students from three Atlanta-area colleges and technical schools at the Komatsu America, Cartersville, Ga. customer center training site. Students came to learn about construction-related jobs, as well as how to operate select Komatsu machines, including bulldozers, excavators, wheel loaders, and dump trucks. Internationally, Komatsu has been active in […]