In 1982, Kobelco embarked on a new era of construction machinery as we committed ourselves to one goal: To Better Serve our Customer. This dedication to total customer satisfaction through a manufacturer/dealer partnershi......In 1982, Kobelco embarked on a new era of construction machinery as we committed ourselves to one goal: To Better Serve our Customer. This dedication to total customer satisfaction through a manufacturer/dealer partnership has led to the success and expansion of Kobelco Construction Machinery America. Today, Kobelco Construction Machinery America LLC is a joint venture company owned by CNH Global N.V. and Kobelco Construction Machinery USA Inc. We remain committed to the goal of customer satisfaction as we support over 250 North American distribution outlets. This Total-Service Attitude is combined with our unmatched efforts in engineering, manufacturing and product support to provide the finest construction machines throughout the world. The science of Engineering has become perhaps the most critical component of todays heavy machinery, and a component upon which Kobelco prides itself. In order for each machine to meet Kobelcos Guarantee of Excellence, our engineering process features the latest state-of-the-art technological innovations -- beginning in the USA, where our machines are designed and produced for the American markets. Features such as our ITCS power unit control system (Intelligent Total Control System), reliably coordinates the machines advanced features for optimal economy and efficiency, as it precisely transmits instructions from the operator to the machine. With multiple operating modes, each machine can match performance to the specific job at hand. We also believe a machines ergonomics and ease-of-operation must match its technological prowess. Thus, we have designed an operating environment with the operators comfort and productivity in mind. The end result is a line of equipment that provides the most powerful and efficient operating system on the market today. Kobelco customers and dealers enjoy a commitment to unmatched quality and service. Every dealer is backed by engineers at both our factory in Calhoun and in our support office in Carol Stream IL, as well as in-house and field service representatives and related technical staff. Combined with our large, readily available on-line parts inventory, we can ensure minimal downtime. This level of commitment is what ultimately maximizes our customers profitability.