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FOCUS: SUSTAINABILITY

SÖDERBERG & HAAK Oscar Jacobson –

The machines of the future winner of this year’s
are electric
Impact Award at the
The contracting industry is on the brink of a transition and at Söderberg & Haak,
exclusive Komatsu dealer in Sweden, electrification is a clear path forward. But Habit Fashion Awards
with machine sizes ranging from 1–1,750 tonnes, more solutions are needed than
battery power alone. Oscar Jacobson was awarded the
Impact Award 2024 for Sustain by
“The market is mainly focusing on electrification at the moment, but the Oscar Jacobson. This is a concept
cost of batteries and charging infrastructure pose challenges, especially for that encourages sustainable fash-
heavier machines,” says Joachim Mårtensson, Product Manager for Komatsu at ion through second-hand, rental
Söderberg & Haak. “That’s why Komatsu is also researching hydrogen-powered and customized garments. The
machines – via fuel cells and combustion engines.” award recognizes their efforts to
minimize waste, extend the life of
Smaller machines have already been electrified. Komatsu has launched some garments and educate customers
electric products, with more on the way. Söderberg & Haak is playing an active in sustainable consumption.
role in the development process and will launch a project in February in which
Skanska will rent a large test machine for six months.

“We’re seeing a growing interest in more sustainable contracting machinery,”
says Joachim Mårtensson. “By testing the technology in actual operations, we
can drive development forward.”

Through e-support, with a five-year or 10,000-hour
warranty on electrical components, Komatsu
and Söderberg & Haak are demonstrating
their long-term commitment to
electrification and more sustainable
machinery.

JOACHIM MÅRTENSSON,
Product Manager for Komatsu

at Söderberg & Haak.

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