Komatsu America Plant Produces Wheel Loaders in Newberry, S.C.

Komatsu has begun shipping wheel loaders manufactured at its Newberry Manufacturing Operation in Newberry, S.C.

Komatsu America Corp. has begun shipping wheel loaders manufactured at its Newberry Manufacturing Operation (NMO) in Newberry, S.C. Production of Komatsu wheel loaders commenced at NMO late in 2009.

“Komatsu customers depend on our wheel loaders because they are designed to provide the highest production, while minimizing fuel consumption,” said Erik Wilde, vice president, marketing, Komatsu America Corp. “We remain committed to providing the North American market with our top-notch Tier-III wheel loaders manufactured here in the U.S.”

The Komatsu facility in Newberry has nearly 150 employees and has been in operation since 2001. The plant now produces six different models of Komatsu wheel loaders.

For more information, visit www.komatsuamerica.com.