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[ NEWS ] HPE Africa held a customer function at its Jet Park facility recently to mark the launch of the company’s new corporate identity, as well as the introduction of the new Hyundai R200LC-9S series excavators and the opening of a new demo area for customers. HPE Africa’s new demo area has been designed for customers to be able to test Hyundai wheel loaders, excavators, backhoe loaders and skid steer loaders. well as re-building and refurbishment of units. The company has established specialist divisions for engine repairs, hydraulics and boiler making, encompassing a bucket rebuild facility. HPE Africa also offers maintenance programmes which are carried out in line with planned downtime schedules. Operator familiarisation courses ensure optimum performance and extended life from every machine. A critical part of HPE Africa’s growth programme includes skills training, which encompasses a focus on technical skills, sales and service, as well as management tools to empower staff to help drive and deliver enhanced customer service and business objectives. Operator training courses are also made available to customers. HPE Africa’s portfolio includes Hyundai wheel loaders, excavators, backhoe loaders and skid steer loaders, as well as Soosan hydraulic hammers and drills. The company has well equipped workshops in Gauteng, Durban, Cape Town and East London, which are supported by dealers in Limpopo, Northern Cape, Mpumalanga, Eastern Cape and Lesotho. APRIL 2017 | HIRE SA | 9