Jeff Merle, vice president of machinery sales, announced that Foley Inc. has become the authorized distributor of Kobelco Cranes in New Jersey, including the surrounding Philadelphia and New York City metro areas. In addition to selling the product, Foley will provide parts and service support to both new and existing Kobelco customers in the territory.

Since 2004, Kobelco Cranes is a construction machinery manufacturer specializing in cranes and related equipment. With a focus on the crawler crane market, Kobelco currently offers eight models ranging from 80 to 600 tons (72.5 to 544 t). The new "G-series" model features upgrades and improvements in safety, reliability and efficiency and is equipped with new engines compliant with EPA Interim Tier IV. The new models also offer 30 percent less fuel consumption from previous models.

"Kobelco is renowned for smart engineering and reliable equipment. We are excited to introduce their cranes to our ever-growing line of products," Merle said.

This story also appears on Crane Equipment Guide.

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