bauma 2025 highlighted its expanding service ecosystem, now enhanced by standard telematics modules and the PALFINGER CONNECTED platform, aimed at boosting uptime and operational insight. Intending to double service revenue by 2030, services took center stage at the booth, reflecting a shift toward lifecycle solutions that extend well beyond equipment delivery.
Stellar Industries
Stellar Industries made its official debut, showcasing its capabilities as a global provider of robust tire service equipment for construction and mining. With an eye toward international expansion, the Iowa-based, employee-owned company highlighted its TM16160 / 28000 Large OTR Tire Service Truck, equipped with the powerful Stellar 110P Two-Stage Air Compressor, as a centerpiece of its exhibit.
The featured truck combines a 20-foot body for hauling large off-the-road( OTR) tires with a high-performance rear-mounted manipulator. Engineered for versatility and stability, the system can handle tire and rim assemblies weighing up to 16,534.7 pounds and includes a modified stabilizer system ideal for uneven jobsite terrain.
Company president Dave Zrostlik emphasized the significance of Stellar’ s first showing at one of the world’ s largest construction trade fairs, tying it back to the company’ s roots. His father, Stellar founder Francis Zrostlik, once visited bauma as an aspiring entrepreneur. Today, his legacy lives on as Stellar uses the event to connect with international partners and stay ahead of evolving global demands— from new emissions tech to electric-powered service tools.
Attendees were invited to experience Stellar’ s latest innovations firsthand, reinforcing the company’ s commitment to
reliability, customer input and continuous evolution in the service equipment space.
Combilift
Combilift unveiled its newest innovation: the COMBi-SPI Self-Propelled Inloader, designed for transporting high-volume loads such as precast concrete panels, glass A-frames and wall sections. Purpose-built for production facilities and yard operations, the COMBi-SPI reflects Combilift’ s continued commitment to efficiency and customer-driven design.
Developed in collaboration with Dutch precast manufacturer Spaansen, the COMBi-SPI was engineered to offer a more agile, cost-effective alternative to traditional trailer systems. The original diesel concept evolved mid-project into a fully electric machine, prompting a complete redesign to integrate electric wheel motors and interchangeable battery systems that are strategically housed within the machine’ s legs for compactness and balance.
Among the inloader’ s standout features are a side-facing cab for improved operator visibility, sliding load supports for load versatility, a dual-wheel pivoting front axle that removes the need for suspension and 300 millimeters of ground clearance for seamless operation across both concrete and gravel surfaces. The unit supports 33-ton loads on industry-standard inloader pallets and is also available in diesel and LPG versions.
With improved maneuverability, reduced reliance on trailers and lower operational costs, the COMBi-SPI is poised to boost material-handling efficiency in the concrete and glass industries.
Liebherr
Liebherr unveiled more than 100 innovations across 15,000 square meters under the theme“ Hands on the Future.” With a focus on sustainability, digitalization, automation and customer collaboration, Liebherr demonstrated how it’ s actively shaping the construction and mining industries.
Visitors experienced a range of groundbreaking technologies firsthand, including autonomous machines, battery-electric and hydrogen-powered equipment and smart digital systems. Headliners included the battery-electric T 264 mining truck and R 9400 E excavator, the autonomous L 550 XPower wheel loader and the world premiere of the L 566 H hydrogen-powered wheel loader.
Liebherr’ s tower cranes introduced new intelligent assistance systems, while the Mobilmix 4.0 concrete plant debuted with improved energy efficiency and modular design. The company also spotlighted its forward-looking partnerships, such as its work with Fortescue on emissions-free mining equipment and with STRABAG to develop mobile hydrogen refueling infrastructure.
Digital solutions like the Liebherr Remote Control( LiReCon) and Liebherr Connect further illustrated how the company is advancing site connectivity, autonomy and safety. Beyond the machines, Liebherr emphasized its role as a responsible employer and industry partner, offering career insights and promoting sustainable progress.
Link-Belt
Link-Belt Cranes teamed up with sister company HSC Cranes to showcase their latest lattice and telescopic boom equipment, including Link-Belt’ s 100 | RT and 120 | HTLB, and HSC’ s SCX1000A and SCX2800A. The joint booth attracted strong interest during the 7-day international trade fair, which welcomed over 620,000 attendees— a slight increase
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