Capital Equipment News March 2017

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CAPITAL EQUIPMENT NEWS MARCH 2017 4
Doosan maintains its strong po-
sition in today’s highly compet-
itive earthmoving equipment
sector through its reputation for
reliable engines, a robust chassis structure,
quality components that ensure extended
service life and features aimed at easy ser-
viceability that reduce downtime, according
to Chris Whitehead, MD of DISA Equipment,
trading as Doosan South Africa, part of the
Capital Equipment Group (CEG) of Invicta
Holdings Limited. “Of critical significance to
Doosan’s success is the technical support,
as well as repair and maintenance services
we offer to our customer base throughout
the country. Doosan equipment is also sup-
ported by extended warranties.”
“Our commitment to meeting exact mar-
ket requirements includes the continuous
launch of new machines locally, which
are designed to cope efficiently and safe-
ly with Africa’s tough conditions,” adds
Whitehead.
Manufactured in South Korea, Doosan
earthmoving equipment encompasses
track, wheel and mini excavators, articu-
lated dump trucks (ADTs), as well as wheel
loaders and various attachments.
Leading machine
A leading machine in the range is the
heavy duty Doosan DX225LCA hydraulic
excavator, which competes in the general
construction excavator market – one of the
biggest size class of equipment in South
Africa. The Doosan DX225LCA is known for
improved fuel efficiency, enhanced produc-
tivity, minimal maintenance requirements
and greater operator comfort.
The DX225LCA series has notable design
features especially for the African market,
with clear advantages over other machines
in the same size class. Key features include
a reliable six-cylinder water-cooled engine
that is optimised and electronically con-
trolled to boost production, maximise fuel
efficiency and ensure harmful emissions
remain well below the values required
for Tier II engines. The machine is said to
boast the most efficient fuel consumption
of this size class of equipment, consuming
less fuel for the same production.
A heavy duty boom and arm have
increased material thickness which limits
element fatigue, increasing reliability and
extending component life. The DX225LCA
has a longer undercarriage than competitor
machines.
Although a shorter undercarriage
reduces manufacturing costs, stability
is compromised. All welded structures
of the Doosan undercarriage have been
designed to limit stresses. The lateral
chassis is welded and rigidly attached
to the undercarriage. Tracks locked by
THE KOREAN BUILD
PROMISE
2017 marks over 20 years of Doosan earthmoving equipment operating in
South Africa. Equipped with a reliable product that has proved its worth in
the local market, complemented by strong aftermarket support, Doosan South
Africa has clear strategies to dig well into the future.
A leading machine in Doosan’s range is
its DX225LCA hydraulic excavator.