December 2019

AXLE’S 300,000TH HITACHI MACHINE

Celebrating their 20 year anniversary in October 2019, Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia (HCA) have been providing Australian customers with high quality, reliable construction equipment for over two decades. The company recently celebrated another milestone, with the delivery of the 300,000th machine produced by Tierra to long time Hitachi customer Axle’s Earthmoving & Civil Contractors. Established in July 2004, Axles Earthmoving & Civil Contractors are located on the Gold Coast, Australia and provide extensive excavation services to South East Queensland and Brisbane. The company specialises in demolition, earthworks, detailed excavation, drainage, road works and civil excavation. Working by the motto “No job is too big, too small or too difficult”, the company pride themselves on specialising in difficult and challenging jobs, for which Hitachi’s varied range of equipment is perfectly suited.




Once you get on board with the Hitachi family life is good.

The Hitachi ZX55U-5 was produced by Hitachi Construction Machinery Tierra Co.,Ltd. in April 2019 and delivered on the 30th of October. This landmark excavator is one of the three of the same model ordered to replace their existing ZX50U-5 units, purchased from HCA over 10 years ago in 2008.

The new milestone machine joins an impressive fleet of 21 Hitachi excavators ranging from 1.7 to 30 tonne. It will predominantly be used for civil earthworks projects and utilised in their upcoming developments such as SeaWorld Marine Park, John Flynn Hospital or The Southport School. Over the previous year, they have purchased several brand new machines including a ZX17U-5, ZX85USB-5, ZX135US-5 and ZX260LC-5.

A leading reason that Axle retains loyalty to the Hitachi brand is the Consite Pocket app. The automated data report service allows for observation of the operational status of the fleet as well as monitoring the machine’s day to day operation status in order to maintain optimum efficiency and performance.

Other features of Hitachi excavators that Axle enjoys include great fuel economy, reliability, machine servicing and colour. “Reliable, fuel economy and service back up from HCA is part of the appeal of purchasing Hitachi equipment” stated Axle. “Also orange is my favourite colour, it matches my eyes” he joked.

The affiliation between Axles Earthmoving and HCA is one that is mutually beneficial, with both companies growing and developing over their long history. Hitachi’s reputation within Australia has greatly assisted Axle’s Earthmoving in growing to the size it is today, now with 30 employees as well as a range of subcontractors.

“Our brand loyalty to Hitachi has been crucial in building the business to the position it is in today, instilling dependability of our plant and equipment in our customers.” Says Axle.

This enduring partnership between both companies has been reinforced by a great relationship with Sales Representative Anthony Smith. Axle expresses a genuine appreciation for the support from HCA. “We can’t get the job done without surrounding ourselves with quality people” he states.

“Hitachi are a well-known brand within Australia and have earned respect from customers due to the quality and reliability of their machines. Once you get on board with the Hitachi family life is good.”





Related stories
  • New Team. Reliable Service.

    We are excited to announce growth in our Canberra region ...

    Read more
  • A powerful machine in a compact ...

    Discover the ZW80-5B: A compact, powerful wheel loader ...

    Read more
  • RJV Expands Operations

    RJV has recently taken delivery of a substantial order of ...

    Read more
  • ZAXIS-7 Compact Excavators

    The ZAXIS-7 series has been engineered to maximise operator productivity ...

    Read more
  • Aidan
    Seaton

    Our People: Major Accounts Manager - Aidan Seaton, South Australia...

    Read more
  • Electrifying Anric

    In a pioneering move toward a more sustainable future in ...

    Read more

#TheOrangeFamily

120,000 parts at your fingertips!

If you haven’t already, it’s time to explore our Parts eCommerce platform. Easy to use, fast, and built to keep your machines moving. 🛠️✨

Check it out now! https://www.hitachicm-online.com/au/
🚧 Highlighting the S Series H21 Hitachi ZX170W! 🚧

Stock now available and ready for quick delivery. The H21 Hitachi ZX170W is ready to elevate your rail projects, this is one of the safest and most reliable rail machines on the market. Designed to withstand severe working conditions, it’s built for versatility, efficiency, and unmatched safety.

The S Series Rail Guidance System features retractable rail wheel assemblies, keeping tyres engaged for traction and braking, while the blade’s mechanical twist mechanism meets stringent Australian Standards.

💡 Choose safety, reliability, and efficiency for your next project. Secure the S Series H21 ZX170W today by getting in touch with us! 🔧✨
Supporting Paediatric Healthcare in the Hunter Region

We’re thrilled to share that, through our partnership with the Humpty Dumpty Foundation, Hitachi recently made a donation to Muswellbrook Hospital’s Maternity Unit. A few of our team members, including Aaron, Seamus and Tynan, visited the hospital for the handover of a Jaundice Detector and learned about the important impact this piece of equipment will have on the local community.

The Maternity Unit team, guided by Lisa Buckley, explained how vital this new jaundice detector is. While births in the area are now planned at larger hospitals in Maitland and Newcastle, local mothers often have babies born slightly early to avoid travel risks. These babies have a higher chance of developing jaundice, so having a detector on-site ensures quick and effective monitoring right at Muswellbrook.

Lisa expressed deep gratitude for the donation, as equipment funding is a challenge, and the Humpty Dumpty Foundation is a crucial lifeline for these resources. This new equipment will be instrumental not only in the hospital but also for providing care in the community for families who can’t make regular hospital visits.

Together, we’re making a difference in the health and well-being of families in the Upper Hunter Valley.
Hitachi Construction Machinery is proud to lead the way in sustainable mining technology, with the world's first engineless, full-battery rigid frame dump truck currently undergoing real-world testing at a mine site in Zambia. This milestone project significantly reduces emissions and delivers cleaner energy solutions for large-scale mining operations. 🌏🔋

Stay tuned as we continue to push the boundaries of mining machinery!
🎃🚜 The Pumpkin king is onsite and digging deep this Halloween! No tricks, just powerful treats with Hitachi. Happy Halloween! 👻🧡
🚧 Meet the S Series H21 Hitachi ZX170W! 🚧

One of the safest rail machines on the market, it’s built to withstand the most severe working conditions while being reliable, versatile, and efficient. The S Series Rail Guidance System features retractable rail wheel assemblies installed on the excavator, positioning the vehicle on the rail while allowing the tyres to maintain traction and braking. The blade is equipped with a mechanical twist mechanism to meet Australian Standards.

Choose safety and efficiency for your next project! 🔧✨
120,000 parts at your fingertips!

If you haven’t already, it’s time to explore our Parts eCommerce platform. Easy to use, fast, and built to keep your machines moving. 🛠️✨

Check it out now! https://www.hitachicm-online.com/au/
🚧 Highlighting the S Series H21 Hitachi ZX170W! 🚧

Stock now available and ready for quick delivery. The H21 Hitachi ZX170W is ready to elevate your rail projects, this is one of the safest and most reliable rail machines on the market. Designed to withstand severe working conditions, it’s built for versatility, efficiency, and unmatched safety.

The S Series Rail Guidance System features retractable rail wheel assemblies, keeping tyres engaged for traction and braking, while the blade’s mechanical twist mechanism meets stringent Australian Standards.

💡 Choose safety, reliability, and efficiency for your next project. Secure the S Series H21 ZX170W today by getting in touch with us! 🔧✨
Supporting Paediatric Healthcare in the Hunter Region

We’re thrilled to share that, through our partnership with the Humpty Dumpty Foundation, Hitachi recently made a donation to Muswellbrook Hospital’s Maternity Unit. A few of our team members, including Aaron, Seamus and Tynan, visited the hospital for the handover of a Jaundice Detector and learned about the important impact this piece of equipment will have on the local community.

The Maternity Unit team, guided by Lisa Buckley, explained how vital this new jaundice detector is. While births in the area are now planned at larger hospitals in Maitland and Newcastle, local mothers often have babies born slightly early to avoid travel risks. These babies have a higher chance of developing jaundice, so having a detector on-site ensures quick and effective monitoring right at Muswellbrook.

Lisa expressed deep gratitude for the donation, as equipment funding is a challenge, and the Humpty Dumpty Foundation is a crucial lifeline for these resources. This new equipment will be instrumental not only in the hospital but also for providing care in the community for families who can’t make regular hospital visits.

Together, we’re making a difference in the health and well-being of families in the Upper Hunter Valley.
Hitachi Construction Machinery is proud to lead the way in sustainable mining technology, with the world's first engineless, full-battery rigid frame dump truck currently undergoing real-world testing at a mine site in Zambia. This milestone project significantly reduces emissions and delivers cleaner energy solutions for large-scale mining operations. 🌏🔋

Stay tuned as we continue to push the boundaries of mining machinery!
🎃🚜 The Pumpkin king is onsite and digging deep this Halloween! No tricks, just powerful treats with Hitachi. Happy Halloween! 👻🧡
🚧 Meet the S Series H21 Hitachi ZX170W! 🚧

One of the safest rail machines on the market, it’s built to withstand the most severe working conditions while being reliable, versatile, and efficient. The S Series Rail Guidance System features retractable rail wheel assemblies installed on the excavator, positioning the vehicle on the rail while allowing the tyres to maintain traction and braking. The blade is equipped with a mechanical twist mechanism to meet Australian Standards.

Choose safety and efficiency for your next project! 🔧✨

Use of cookies

This website stores cookies on your computer. These cookies are used to improve your website experience and provide more personalised services to you, both on this website and through other media. To find out more about the cookies we use, see our Privacy Policy. We won’t track your information when you visit our site.

Find a dealer

Search by location
Search by dealer name
It appears you're using an old version of Internet Explorer for safer and optimum browsing experience please upgrade your browser.