ZQUIP, part of Moog Construction, and Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, has announced their collaboration on a prototype 8-ton excavator that is geospatially intelligent and powered by a swappable, zero-emissions battery system.
After undergoing successful tests of the concept at a proving ground in France, ZQUIP and Leica Geosystems will now demonstrate the modified Cat 308 excavator at Moog Construction’s stand at bauma 2025 (FN.921/1). The smart, clean excavator is equipped with Leica Geosystems’ advanced machine control solution, which brings real-time data and precise design execution.
ZQUIP has designed its Modular Power System to deliver reliable, high-performance electric power to heavy machinery. This provides the energy operators need to sustain demanding construction tasks for as long as required. Any construction machine outfitted with the ZQUIP Modular Power System can exchange power modules with any other make or model of ZQUIP machine, ensuring flexibility across various types of heavy equipment.
According to Neil Williams, president of the Machine Control Division at Leica Geosystems, "By integrating cutting-edge electric technology with precise machine control, we enhance construction efficiency while reducing emissions and waste. This combination delivers the cost savings and operational improvements our customers and industry stakeholders rely on, while also enabling them to minimize their environmental impact."
