en.Wedoany.com Reported - Hitachi Construction Machinery announced on July 6, 2026, that its new ZX490-7 excavator is helping boost output at the KSV Kies- und Sand-Vertrieb Biberach quarry in Upper Swabia, Germany. Supplied by Hitachi dealer Kiesel, the machine provides a crucial combination of comfort and reliability in sand and gravel extraction operations.
KSV Kies- und Sand-Vertrieb Biberach is a sand and gravel production and sales company based in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, covering the extraction, processing, and sale of construction materials such as gravel and sand. Hitachi Construction Machinery is one of the world's leading construction equipment manufacturers, founded in 1970 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Its product range includes hydraulic excavators, wheel loaders, and dump trucks, widely used in mining, quarrying, and civil engineering. The ZX490-7 is a large hydraulic excavator from Hitachi Construction Machinery, equipped with an engine compliant with Stage-V emission standards and a rated power of 296 kW.
According to Hitachi Construction Machinery, the ZX490-7 excels in cab noise and vibration control. Operator Bochtler stated: "The ZX490-7 is much quieter than the ZX520-5 we purchased six years ago. The seat position is adjustable, and the control console features an ergonomic design for easy operation." The machine is equipped with the ConSite Pocket app and ConSite oil sensors, which continuously monitor engine and hydraulic oil quality, helping the fleet track operating hours and equipment status in real time. The ConSite system also provides monthly data summaries, analyzing machine productivity, efficiency, and downtime.
Quarry operations in Biberach are characterized by long operating hours, high mechanical stress, and fluctuating material conditions. In this challenging environment, the ZX490-7 delivers a reliable operational solution. Commercial Director Michael Högerle said: "Reliable customer service from the retailer or manufacturer is an important component for us and a decisive purchasing criterion. Kiesel does an excellent job in this regard."
The ZX490-7 large excavator stands out in reliability, efficiency, and productivity, helping to increase profits and reduce operating costs. Its cab features top-tier comfort and safety functions. Compared to the previous generation model, the new model achieves fuel consumption reductions of up to 11%. Additionally, cab noise and vibration levels are reduced, providing a more comfortable working environment. The deployment of this new excavator demonstrates Hitachi Construction Machinery's equipment solution capabilities in demanding conditions such as quarries.
