{"data":{"news":{"items":[{"title":"Abomar appointed as new dealer for Gehl equipment in Philippines","date":"2025-07-29 09:18:40","id":5948,"author":"","blurb":"","blurb_image_uid":"https://dxfpracgmlczp.cloudfront.net/2025/07/1753705080593_2025.07.23 New Gehl Dealership in Philippines - Abomar-1 copy.jpg","blurb_expanded_image_uid":null,"article":"\n\t\n\n\n

Manitou Asia has appointed Abomar Equipment Sales Corporation as the official dealer for Gehl equipment in the Philippines. This agreement marks another important step in expanding Manitou Asia’s footprint in Southeast Asia.

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Under this partnership, Abomar will distribute Gehl’s full range of equipment, including telehandlers, backhoe loaders, skid steer loaders and track loaders, across its nationwide network. With branches in Cebu, Cagayan de Oro, Pasig, Mandaue, Bacolod, Alae and Davao, Abomar brings extensive local coverage and market knowledge, making the company an ideal partner to represent Gehl in the region.

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“At Abomar, our mission is to elevate the Philippines’ farming, ground care and land development sectors by introducing innovative, high-quality solutions. Partnering with Gehl, a globally respected brand known for its quality, affordability and commitment to true partnership, perfectly aligns with this vision,” said Rafael A. Majam, president and CEO of Abomar Equipment Sales Corporation.

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“With the country’s growth driven by the government’s ‘Build Better More’ initiative and rising mechanisation, we aim to meet the increasing demand for dependable yet cost-effective equipment by offering Gehl machines that deliver real value that doesn’t break the bank.”

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Bernd Freudenmann, vice president APAC at Manitou Group, added, “We’re thrilled to welcome Abomar to the Manitou Group family. Their deep expertise in agricultural machinery and robust service network are exactly what we need as we expand our presence in the Philippines. This partnership reinforces our commitment to delivering top-tier solutions and exceptional customer experiences across the region.”

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Case Construction Equipment, a global brand of CNH Industrial, recently invited key media from India, Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific to visit its manufacturing plant in Pithampur, India. Southeast Asia Construction (SEAC) joined the event and had the opportunity to witness the advanced manufacturing processes and technologies used at the facility to produce construction equipment for global markets.

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At the event, Case also presented a selection of products catering to various markets with demonstrations of the 1110EX soil compactor, CX220C LC HD crawler excavator and the newly launched 570SV backhoe loader.

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‘State-of-the-art’ facility

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The Pithampur plant in the state of Madhya Pradesh, built in 1989, is one of Case’s eight manufacturing hubs. It produces various types of equipment, including crawler excavators, compactors, backhoe loaders, and in the future skid steer loaders. These machines are not only targeted at the local market, but also exported to several countries in Asia Pacific, Africa, the Middle East, as well as North and Latin America.

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Spread across 40 acres of land, the Pithampur plant operates according to the CNH Business System (CBS), which involves all employees across the entire organisation to drive greater accountability, agility, efficiency and safety. In 2022, the facility reached the significant milestone of manufacturing 50,000 backhoe loaders.

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Case revealed that the plant achieves consistently high quality with its class-leading and automated production technologies, such as robotic welding, laser cutting and high-precision machining. It has ISO certifications for its quality, health & safety, environmental and energy performance.

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“Our state-of-the-art facility in Pithampur operates to the high manufacturing standards of CNH Industrial plants across the world. With its range of high-quality construction equipment that stands out for the reliability and durability that are the hallmarks of the Case brand, it serves the Indian domestic market and exports to more than 75 countries. India is a global manufacturing hub and a strategically important market for Case Construction Equipment’s growth in the region,” explained Satendra Tiwari, plant head at CNH Industrial, India.

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The Pithampur plant also houses an important research and development (R&D) facility to ensure that machines go through regular upgrades and are future ready. The solar panels installed at the plant help provide up to 25% of renewable energy, as part of its effort to reduce carbon emission and contribute to CNH Industrial’s sustainability goals.

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New V-series backhoe loader

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The new 570V and 570SV backhoe loaders are produced at the Pithampur plant. They feature a brand-new cab, which is one of the largest in its class. The ROPS/FOPS cab equipped with air conditioning (optional) and improved internal storage capacity raises operator comfort and ergonomics.

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The FPT engine and the driveline deliver outstanding power, traction and torque density on all terrains, guaranteeing a high performance. The range includes models with power of 86 and 97 hp, which can be equipped with 2WD or 4WD axle and transmission, and a Power Shuttle 4x3 transmission that pushes the machine across any terrain and gradient.

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These V-series backhoe loaders can also be fitted with a fixed or extendable arm for longer reach and deeper digging depth. The straight loader arm assures strong breakout force and high dumping height. The tilting engine hood and optimised layout of components allow for safe and easy maintenance.

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Robust crawler excavator

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The CX210C/CX220C LC HD crawler excavator is also manufactured at the Pithampur plant. This model has been developed with a stronger boom, arms and undercarriage structures, with increased thickness to make it suitable for the harshest application. It can be used in stone quarry, general and road construction, earthworks and mining applications.

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The excavator is powered by a six-cylinder, 6.7-l engine from FPT, which works well with the Case intelligent hydraulic system that features five automatic energy saving functions for greater machine efficiency. These functions constantly adjust the engine rpm and the hydraulic pump displacement to match the actual power requirement at any time.

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Various soil compactors

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Another product range from the Pithampur plant is soil compactors. One of the models, the 1110EX, is designed for heavy-duty applications. It is suitable for road building and construction jobsites, as well as mining operations. The FPT S8000 Tier III engine has been recently upgraded to deliver a bigger performance, with maximum power increased to 110 hp at 2,300 rpm and 430 Nm maximum torque at 1,400 rpm. The machine is fitted with a drum shell with up to 32 mm thickness – believed to be the highest in the market – whose higher weight and strength guarantees excellent productivity and reliability.

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The EX-series compactor offers two configurations: the Case 1110EX-D with drum drive and increased traction is ideal for slopes and landfills, while the Case 1110EX-PD featuring drum drive and clamp-on pad foot is a perfect solution for compacting more cohesive materials such as clay and silt. The higher applied force of 33,475 kgf and 34,655 kgf on the 1110EX-D and 1110EX-PD respectively means that the machines can finish the job with fewer passes. The four-points articulation joint provides an oscillation angle of +/- 15° and steering angle of +/- 37°, resulting in a short turning radius of just 3.42 m.

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The 450DX mini vibratory compactor is designed with a high ground clearance, which makes working on uneven surface much easier. The bigger drum diameter of 725 mm ensures an even compaction in every condition of the ground. Powered by a four-cylinder engine, the machine is ideal for shoulder compaction, service lane, breakdown lane compaction on highways, narrow alleys and hilly roads. It has an oscillation angle of +/- 10° and steering angle of +/- 33°. With its reduced steering radius of 3 m, this model is agile enough to operate in narrow spaces. Large anti-vibration mounts are also available for effective isolation and longer machine life.

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The 752EX tandem compactor provides a comfortable and safe operator station, equipped with resilient mount operator platform featuring anti-vibration mounting (AVM) pads, styled user-friendly operator console, rotating operator seat and tiltable steering (optional). The cab offers uninterrupted front and rear visibility with its large rear mirrors, sloping water tank design and well-located work lights. The machine has 17 mm drum thickness and heavy-duty articulation joint, and is powered by a four-cylinder FPT engine that delivers 76 hp at 2,200 rpm and torque of 332 Nm at 1,300 rpm.

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Note: This article has also been published in the Jul/Aug 2023 issue of SEAC, featuring more images. Click here to read online or here to download the PDF file (pages 46-49).

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Manitou Group has launched a new range of backhoe loaders, aimed at the Indian, Latin American, Russian and African markets. The renamed MBL (Manitou backhoe loader) / GBL (Gehl backhoe loader) models feature a new design with a completely revised cab and a wide range of equipment to suit various applications.

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The machines – comprising three models – are equipped with a new cab that provides greater operator comfort. It has more space and an adjustable suspension seat with armrest, a height adjustable steering wheel and a radio. Safety is also enhanced with 360-degree visibility and a highly robust DCPD hood. The hood can be fully opened and absorbs potential impacts during loading operations, preventing bumps and breakages. Its design facilitates servicing of the machine for better maintenance.

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Connected as standard, the MBL / GBL range allows operators to have a digital twin of their machine on their smartphone with the MyManitou app. This service enables users to anticipate maintenance of their machine while optimising consumption.

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In order to meet the Indian market’s Bharat IV regulatory requirements, the new backhoe loaders are powered by a 74.5 hp BSIV Kirloskar engine. According to Manitou, both 90 hp and 92 hp versions are also available for the Southeast Asian, Central and Latin American, Brazilian, Middle Eastern, African, and Russian markets.

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“We are investing heavily in our product development and manufacturing facilities in order to meet the growing demands of our customers in these strategic areas. The introduction of the new backhoe loaders demonstrates our commitment to serving our customers with the best products and services to meet the requirements of their activities,” said Rahat Uppal, Manitou’s product manager for backhoe loader range.

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For carrying out numerous operations such as demolition, propulsion of equipment, excavation and road construction, Manitou offers a variety of versatile attachments, including backhoe and loader buckets of various sizes, as well as trenching buckets for pipe laying. Also available are factory fitted rock breakers for demolition. They incorporate robust advanced features for numerous applications, while increasing productivity and reducing the total cost of ownership for the user.

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