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engcon launches the EC-Oil automatic quick hitch for tiltrotators on excavators 4-6 tons

engcon, the leading global supplier of tiltrotators, quick hitches and advanced accessories for excavators, will launch its EC-Oil quick hitch system during spring 2022 on the lower quick hitch on the tiltrotator EC206 for excavators in the 4-6 ton weight class. This means that hydraulics, electronics, and central lubrication are connected automatically while the driver remains in the cab.

Stig Engström, with the King and Queen of Sweden. Photo: Jonas Borg

Engcon's founder Stig Engström receives a medal from H.M. The King of Sweden at the Royal Palace of Stockholm

On January 28, 2021, Engcon's founder and owner Stig Engström was presented with “H.M. The King's Medal of the 12th size with a bright blue ribbon” for his significant contribution to Swedish industry. Due to the pandemic, previously H.M. The King's Medal could not be awarded in person but during a recent medal ceremony at the Royal Palace of Stockholm Stig Engström was able to receive the medal.

From left: Elias Svensson (co-owner of Tingsholmens Entreprenad), John Svensson (co-owner of Tingsholmens Entreprenad) and Oscar Johansson (who will drive the machine)

The world’s first Volvo Smart Connect excavator fully equipped with automatic quick hitch system and tiltrotator

At the beginning of 2021, Volvo CE announced that they had developed the Volvo Smart Connect solution. A new factory option that connects tiltrotators from different manufacturers directly to the machine, integrated with Volvo's machine steering system, Volvo Dig Assist. Simultaneously, Engcon announced that they have adapted their own control system DC2 for this new possibility with eML.

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engcon is a world-leading manufacturer of tiltrotators and associated attachments which enhance the efficiency, flexibility, profitability, safety and sustainability of excavators. Under our own brand, we offer a unique tiltrotator system that transforms the excavator into a tool carrier that can replace other machines. We address the market through our local sales companies and an established network of resellers around the world.