Residents living near construction sites are often exposed to high levels of dust and noise pollution. Volvo Construction Equipment intends to improve their living environments with its range of electric construction machinery that promises to be cleaner, quieter and more cost-efficient, without sacrificing the performance of its diesel-powered counterparts.
Mr Tomas Kuta, president of region asia for Volvo CE, says the company aims to reach net-zero emissions by 2040 as part of its commitment to Science Base Targets. PHOTO: VOLVO CEAccording to the World Green Building Council, the construction sector accounts for 11 per cent of global emissions. Volvo CE says the majority of construction equipment emissions are indirect emissions, which refer to the emissions created when the equipment is being used the moment it leaves the factory.
“Using Volvo CE electric machines offers all kinds of advantages to owners. Of course, it will boost the sustainability of their own operations, but it’s also about creating a nicer environment for the operator and others on site,” says Mr AM Muralidharan, head of productivity and retail development for Asia, Volvo CE.
“Thanks to our electric machine’s inbuilt stop-start system, they consume almost no energy while in idle mode, unlike diesel machines. This results in significant energy savings. While they have a slightly higher operating weight than their diesel equivalents, the electric machines also deliver more continuous motor power,” adds Mr Muralidharan.
And while the machines may take some getting used to operating, Volvo CE’s machines come with highly-trained customer service and after-sales care, ensuring that its customers’ investments are well looked after.