Main Reef Crushers recently deployed a 5 ton SDLG wheel loader at its Roodepoort operation and reports that is working non-stop and on a par with its existing equipment.
First time customers praise SDLG
“Although we had not purchased SDLG equipment before, we were completely confident in buying this unit from a reputable company like Babcock, which is able to offer a proper service warranty,” says owner Jacques Lombard. “This wheel loader has already had its first maintenance service and I was very impressed with the Babcock team’s professionalism. In fact, I’ve never experienced this high level of service in all my years in the earth moving business.” Lombard’s comments reflect the local market’s steady uptake of SDLG construction machinery. Another first time user, Pretoria-based Chromecrete Readymix, part of Silverstone Crushers, has expressed satisfaction at the performance of its newly purchased wheel loaders.
The two 3 ton 1.8 m3 SDLG938 wheel loaders were purchased to support its expanding operations. The company’s Hans Kotze says he’s impressed with this fullfeatured machine’s power, speed and manoeuvrability which enable his team to get more work done in less time, with less effort. “The quality of these machines is excellent and, based on the aftersales service and support we’ve enjoyed, I would recommend Babcock to anyone,” he says.
SDLG is a value-added range of mechanically driven wheel loaders, graders and vibratory rollers, ideal for applications in the re-handling, construction, quarrying, agricultural and aggregate industries. These machines offer extended trouble-free operation and are extremely maintenance friendly, fitted with basic electronics and standard components.
The Babcock International Group has been the exclusive distributor of SDLG construction machinery in Southern Africa since early 2012 and the uptake of these machines across the region has exceeded all expectations. A dedicated Product Support Unit and aftersales teams operating throughout Babcock’s African footprint ensure that the SDLG units are operating effectively at all times. SDLG offers driver training and extended warranties of up to 6000 hours/36 months.
Babcock’s Rob Baker, SDLG equipment sales, says this range is fast becoming recognised as high quality, value added products in Southern Africa. “The market is clearly recognising the many advantages the SDLG range offers — competitive pricing, high quality, robust durability and reliable aftersales support delivered by a FTSE 100-listed UK company with a comprehensive network of local support centres.”
