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N°16 - September 2010
N E W S B Y F A Y M O N V I L L E
The Modulmax range evolves
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PRODUCT TO THE MAX
Modulmax:
the customers testify
PRODUCT TO THE MAX
5 axle Flexmax
for longer loads
NETWORK TO THE MAX
Faymonville sets up in
Asia and America
TRAILERS TO THE

Summary
GREAT SUCCESS FOR
POWERMAX AT BAUMA 2010
THE MODUL-S-ST-4-SPLIT ENHANCES
TO THE MODULMAX RANGE
MODULMAX:
CUSTOMERS SEDUCED
A NEW VERSION
OF THE G-MODULE
A 5 AXLE FLEXMAX DESIGNED
FOR LONG LOADS
FLOATMAX INTERMODAL
INNO TRANS
A 2 AXLE PREFAMAX
FOR INTERNAL LOGISTICS
A SUCCESSFUL FACE LIFT
FOR TIMBERMAX
A NEW BORING MILL
GREATER ACCURACY
FAYMONVILLE IN
ASIA AND AMERICA
THE JOB OF THE QUALITY
CONTROL MANAGER
NEWS TO THE MAX
EVENTS TO THE MAX
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Editorial
More Than Ready
Let us rejoice, the economy is starting to show the first
signs of recovery. This was already noticeable at the
Bauma trade fair, the main event for the construction
sector in its broadest sense which took place last April
in Munich. Bauma in actual fact attracted more than
415,000 visitors from 200 different countries! Of which
a good number passed by the Faymonville stand to
discover our new Powermax and G-Module products.
Bauma has signalled a change in tendency for the
sector on an international scale. To state that the crisis is
totally behind us could be premature, but it would seem
reasonable to believe that we’ve been through the eye of
the storm.
On the other hand, Faymonville has not twiddled its
thumbs during this tricky period. We have seen the
crisis as an opportunity to grow stronger and increase our
stability. It has stimulated us to imagine innovative
solutions, to prove our creative ability and optimise our
production processes.
Today, we are more than ready to face up to a growing
world demand.
Alain Faymonville
POWERMAX
Red carpet at Bauma
The Bauma 2010 had eyes just for it: the Powermax!
The Faymonville modular vehicle equipped with self-propelled axles
has seduced businessmen and builders around the world.
The 2010 edition of the Bauma has answered the
expectations of its organisers who can rightly claim
that their meeting is the largest international trade fair
for building site materials. For Faymonville, the success
at Bauma can partially be explained by the
presentation of an innovative product which laun ches
a new tendency in the world of specialist haulage.
the Powermax modular semi-trailer, equipped with
self-propelled axles. «With the Powermax, we have
come up with the perfect solution to satisfy the expectations
of special haulage professionals who for
years now have been calling for a vehicle that might
combine the advantages of the standard models
and the trump card of the self-propelled trailers»,
notes Guy Fickers, Technical Directors «Since Bauma,
we have successfully carried out forced integration
programs both on an internal and external level.
The programmes and tests have notably confirmed
the inherent uniqueness of the Powermax in terms of
its extremely high maximum traction force: a line
of motorised axles is equivalent to the motorised
axle of a tractor», Guy Fickers adds.
The outcome of
a true partnership
If one of the major advantages of the Powermax
system lies in the fact that the motorised axles are
capable of travelling in free wheel mode at tractor
speed (up to 80 km/h!), Guy Fickers promptly
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PRODUCT TO THE MAX
underlines another one: «The maintenance of the
break pads does not require any dismantling or
opening of the hydraulic motor.» A modular vehicle
available in 3, 4, 5 or even six axle lines, the
Powermax satisfies three kinds of use: in its self-propelling
version, in backup mode when it provides a
supporting action, and finally, this system can be
equally used in trailer mode, meaning in a 100%
free wheeling mode. «I would also like to underline
how the Powermax is the result of a true partnership
project which has brought together three specialists
in their respective sectors: Faymonville as
one of the leaders in the area of special trailer construction
that offers a simple, trustworthy system with
the best price/quality relationship, SAF, axle manufacturers
with an international reputation and
Poclain, one of the world leaders in hydraulic motor
technology.» Each of these companies has provi -
ded its key know-how and competence in order to
create an optimal product, and the result is
Powermax.
A + IN QUALITY
Optimized hydraulic coupling system: the
MODULMAX and POWERMAX series
perfectly represent the Faymonville philosophy
of supplying optimal products in terms of
corrosion resistance of its joints (Voss) and
Zistaplex treated hydraulic pipes and the
mechanical resistance of its Vemoflex pipes.
MODULE SPLIT
The Modulmax has offspring
The celebrated Modulmax concept – the assembly of modules with 2 to 6 axles – has expanded further. From now on,
it will be possible to add an additional semi-module to one's ideal assembly configuration. The purpose
The broadening of the loading platform to make transportation especially of transformers that much easier.
The Module Split is nothing more than a module
which can be divided into two and the half coupled
on the side of a complete module. This gives
rise to a 3 row loading platform – made up of
three axles. Rainer Noe, responsible for the
Modulmax range: «This system enables the transportation
of very heavy and compact loads without
having to use any kind of load spreading
structures. A 3 file combination can represent a
particularly suitable solution for transportation of
transformers.» But what’s the advantage of this
solution over load spreading structures Gilbert
Brüls, Head of Development, provides us with the
answer: «A load spreading structure adds a certain
amount of weight and what's more means a
loss of available height. Additionally, a 3 file version
ensures a much greater lateral stability and the
overall train is shorter. And though it must be said
that a 3 file system is broader – from a 3 m wide
module we move over to a 5 m wide one – this
increased width still makes it possible to travel
on public roads, unlike a 4 file combination. In
France, for example, this solution is very common.»
But it has been after all following a request
from a Turkish client that Faymonville developed
the Module Split. The 3 file transport confi guration
is indeed primarily used outside Europe.
2 in 1
PRODUCT TO THE MAX
The Module Split can also be joined into a
single classic one. Rainer Noe: «One can in
actual fact rebuild a complete module with the
2 halves and use it as such. After all we only
sell the complete module and not half-modules
separately. One should also point out that this
solution is in line with the main principle of
the entire Modulmax range, meaning that it
is totally interchangeable with the models of
other manufacturers.»
Finally, to be totally thorough, you should also
know that the Module Split requires suitable
steering and coupling systems.
The Powermax is the
result of a true partnership with
the axle supplier SAF and Poclain,
a company specialised in the
manufacture of hydraulic motors.
The Module Split allows the loading platform to be broadened in order to carry very heavy
and compact loads.
FOR THE BENEFIT
OF THE CUSTOMER
We are currently developing a software
designed to produce loading diagrams in
order to provide our customers with a
technical support so that they may carry out
their transports in ideal and safe conditions.
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PRODUCT TO THE MAX
S-MODULE SERIES
Modulmax overcomes all challenges
Reports from three clients, all very happy and... seduced!
The year 2009 saw the delivery of a number of models of the
S-Module to the Loire STDR-TEDL Special Haulage company. And the
convoys which followed reinforced the excellent impression the
managers of this company from Saint-Etienne had of Faymonville material.
«At the end of the first half of 2009, we received 2 modules with
4 axle lines, 1 with 3 axle lines and 1 with 6 axle lines. Which means,
up to now, a total of 17 axle lines! This new material is earmarked for
industrial haulage and for heavy industrial boilers.» One of the
transport services which STDR-TEDL carried out was the moving of a
press for a scrap metal dealer. Departure from Lorient, arrival in Pau.
As much as 800 km! The distinctive feature of this press was that
the weight was very concentrated. The length of the load reached
around 10 m with a width of 5.25 m and a weight of 117 tons!
«In the Charente Maritime department, the departmental offices for
equipment required us to install additional axle lines to get across two
bridges. Having left Lorient with 14 lines, we stopped at a
parking spot along a national road to bring the semi-trailer into the
17 axle line configuration. Having crossed the two bridges, we reconfigured
to get back to the 14 lines all the way to the delivery site.»
This operation was successfully undertaken by 4 men and in just 2 hours.
«And this proves how simply conceived Faymonville material is.
The other great advantage of Modulmax is the speed with which one
can increase or decrease the models on a semi», we are told by a
delighted Frédéric Wach.
At Courcelle, the group has had an excellent relationship with
Faymonville for twelve or so years already. First set up in 1985 in the suburbs
of Toulouse (France), this company employs over 300 people and
is specialised in exceptional convoys. It’s rolling stock includes
250 vehicles with semi-trailers labelled "Faymonville". «At the beginning
of June we received a series of Faymonville S-Modules: One 2 axle
line module, 2 modules with 4 axle lines, 1 module with 6 axle lines, a
2 file drawbar, a gooseneck, a 9 m lowbed with a 2 m extension»,
Félix Duel, head of the industrial division, explains. «We have just carried
out our first operations with them!» In a second stage, that is to say
at the end of December 2010, the Courcelle group will receive
some Modules Split which enable 3 file combinations.
In 2011, there will be another 6 axle Powermax and a 160 ton
vessel bridge.
Overall the Van der Meijden group has 5 departments: transportation, concrete assembly, crane location, warehousing and
stocking/storage.
The Dutch company Van der Meijden, located in Koudekerk
aan den Rijn, has built up a strong reputation in the Netherlands and
abroad as a company specialised in heavy haulage. Overall the
Van der Meijden group has 5 departments: transportation,
concrete assembly, crane location, warehousing and stocking/storage;
the first two activities being of course very closely linked.
The company, in any case, transports long and heavy concrete beams for
the construction of bridges and viaducts. It is for this latter activity that
Van der Meijden has recently acquired new Faymonville S-Module
semi-trailers.
The Dutch company has bought 12 axle lines along with a gooseneck.
These vehicles travel mainly in a combination transport model with
gooseneck and turntable in front connected by the load to a 4 or 3 axle
module with turntable at the rear. These new modules will furthermore
enable them to carry even greater weights and longer lengths in complete
safety. The Modulmax models will also be tested with regard to its
interchangeability with the competing products.
At the end of the first half of 2009, STDR-TEDL received
2 modules with 4 axle lines, 1 with 3 axle lines and 1 with
6 axle lines.
The Courcelle company has developed an excellent relation
with Faymonville over the last dozen or so years.
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G-MODULE SL
PRODUCT TO THE MAX
A greater load per axle
FLEXMAX
More and
more functional!
From now on, for its G-Module,
Faymonville offers a new version
with an even greater load capacity
per axle. An ideal solution for the
toughest roads.
The G-Module from now on, alongside its UT version,
offers an SL version which offers axles which can bear
even greater loads. Gilbert Brüls, Head of Development,
provides us with further details: «The SL version is
equipped with swing axles mounted on pivots, unlike the
models that already exist on the market. We have
decided to keep the same kind of axle also for the UT
version, for product and production process optimisation
reasons. After all, the pivot axles offer a greater
steering angle and a lower loading height.» For the SL
version, the complete range of accessories, such as the
gooseneck, lowbeds and Module Split is clearly
available. Plus, the air and oil tanks are incorporated
in the chassis.
The G-Module SL offers an
axle load of 36 tons.
Major exportation
This G-Module SL is mainly designed for specific
markets as Rainer Noe, responsible for the modular
product range points out : «This is a solution which
is particularly popular for large scale exports,
outside Europe. It is particularly suited for difficult
road conditions.»
This solution, just like the G-Module UT, is perfectly
interchangeable with other equivalent models existing
on the market.
THE G-MODULE SL
IN NUMBERS
• Loading height: 1,175 mm
• Suspension clearance: -300/+300 mm
• Tyres: 8 205/75 R17.5 tyres per axle line
• Width: 3 or 3.2 m
• Load per axle line: 36 tons at 1 km/h
• Gooseneck or drawbar of choice
The German company Universal Transport, operating in the special
haulage sector, has acquired a Flexmax 5 axle semi-trailer with a
3 axle dolly to transport extremely long concrete beams.
Stability guaranteed!
The 5 axle Flexmax will enable
Universal to transport very long concrete
beams of a considerable weight.
The change in practice regarding the number of
axles used in transportation assemblies has been
confirmed once more with the appearance on the
market of the Flexmax product. The self-steering
model with independent steering comes in
models with 2, 3, 4 but now even with a 5th axle
fitted with free wheels which follow the direction
of the tractor unit «This semi-trailer is
specifically designed for the transportation of items
of up to 60 m in length such as steel or concrete
beams» we are told by Stefan Heinskyll, head of the
Flexmax project. «It should be noted that depen ding
on the length of the load, the turning circle varies
thanks to a hydraulic device which regulates the
steering angle. Which is 30° for the first, 17° for the
second axle and 17° for the 5th axle which is a
self-steering axle with an automatic control. When
used in forced manual mode using a cordless
remote, the turning angle can be even greater for
the more complicated manoeuvres.» Universal
Transport, specialise in heavy haulage in Germany
and throughout Europe, thus sees its imposing fleet
of vehicles enriched by a 5 axle Flexmax with a
3 axle dolly. The German company, first set up in
1953, has been working with Faymonville since the
1990’s. With the satisfaction of having always
found the most suitable solution... The 5 axle
Flexmax will enable Universal to transport very
long concrete beams of a considerable weight for
very large scale construction projects (bridges,
public buildings,…). The load limit of this
combination can be as high as 90 tons! Nothing
that might worry its managers who handle loads of
more than 50 m in length and 100 tons in weight
on a daily basis! «Among the other advantages
of the 5 axle Flexmax are the fairly simple
construction of the model and the low level of wear
of its components. The reduction of tyre wear
can be explained with the lowered level of
resistance to wheel rotation during turns»,
Stefan Heinskyll explains.
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FLOATMAX INTERMODAL
From road
to rail!
The oldest product of the Faymonville range never stops evolving!
Having made its first appearance in 1973, the Floatmax has recently
been subjected to a new face lift within the context of the development
of a version adapted to multimode road/rail transportation. To crown
this project, a prototype will be on show at the Berlin Inno Trans fair from
21st to 24th of September 2010. «The aim is to build an even lighter
Floatmax, capable of carrying 27 tons of glass throughout Europe
while complying with the maximum authorised total multimode load of
44 tons», we are told by Frédéric Küpper, Project Engineer.
The contribution of additional material for the claw gripping grooves and
other essential devices for multi-mode transportation have had to be partially
compensated by a gooseneck and a cut-off superstructure. But
after all, the structure of the chassis has been subjected to a global
optimisation process as a result of an in depth assessment of the finished
elements combined with a series of tests on a private circuit in
colla boration with FKA (Forschungsgesellschaft Kraftfahrwesen mbH)
in Aachen.
The outer shell of this new vehicle fits within the profile of the P359
tunnel, the most unfavourable of profiles commonly found in Europe at
the present time. The height of single cradle of 1.100 mm once loaded
guarantees the compatibility of the vehicle with the poche T3000 and
Twin carriages.
2 AXLE PREFAMAX
Optimisation
of internal
logistics
The Prefamax inloader designed to carry prefabricated concrete elements
will be available from now on in a 2 axle version. «The purpose
of this new version is to help optimize internal logistics inside
factories. Depending on stocking criteria and expected delivery dates,
the prefabricated elements loaded on pallets are transferred internally
without the need for a crane or other lifting apparatus. The pallet is
therefore immediately ready to be loaded in a few minutes and
subsequently taken to the building site. This represents a huge time
saving in the organisation of deliveries», we are told by Manuela
Rauw, sales representative. Furthermore, the in-house transfers carried
out using the new 2 axle Prefamax reduces risk. After all, these
transfers are often carried out using large scale forklifts trucks which
do not enable the load to be fixed sufficiently, which can entail
the risk of not only damaging the load but can also lead to
personal injury. With it’s 2 axle version, this Prefamax offers a maximum
ease of handling, something that is very important in inter-factory logistics.
After all, with the aim of reducing both the tare weight and the purchase
price, its accessories are limited to the minimum necessary for
inter-factory haulage.
We also would like to point out that the chassis is partially metallized
which greatly increases the vehicles average life seeing as it will no
doubt be subjected to very demanding work.
PRODUCT TO THE MAX
TIMBERMAX
Less of a rear
overhang!
A successful lifting for the Timbermax!
The Faymonville semi-trailer for the
transportation of logs and faggot wood never
ceases to surprise. And here we have it,
upgraded once more!
The extendable Timbermax semi-trailer is one of Faymonville’s historic
products. Designed for the transportation of logs and faggot
wood, of a length of between 2 and 21 m, the most recent version
of Timbermax which appeared at the beginning of this year features
side rail frames extended by 800 mm. This means that today it has
1,600 mm greater extension! «The semi-trailer now offers a rear
overhang of 2.85 m against the previous 4 m. for logs of 21 m»,
we are told by Georg Thönnes, sales manager for forestry products.
Still available in two versions, with or without a logging crane
mounted on the gooseneck, the new Timbermax guarantees a
better turning angle and a greater stability when loaded. Three
models have already been delivered in 2010, to the great
satisfaction of our clients.
Next development «A 3 axle Timbermax of which two will be
steering and the third fixed yet adjustable, mainly for the French
market», Georg Thönnes specifies. The offer for log or faggot
wood transportation is definitely going to be even more complete!
The 2 axle Prefamax helps add profitability and security to
inter-factory haulage of prefabricated elements.
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A NEW BORING MILL
All the chassis in one go
Faymonville has undertaken a considerable investment by buying a truly
outsized boring mill. This machine is capable of treating an entire chassis.
A further guarantee of quality and flexibility.
This new boring machine is located in the Büllingen
factory, and to be more precise in the CNC hall.
It is 11 m long at ground level and 4 m high.
It’s available working area enables it to process
the chassis for the S-Module and G-Module series.
Andy Schauss, head of the CNC department: «This
boring mill gives us the great advantage of being able
to work very large size pieces, instead of having to
process smaller pieces one after the other which then
have to be assembled. This not only means a considerable
time saving, but what is most important is that this
way of working greatly increases the level of perfection
of the finished product. Finally, this tool enables
Faymonville to keep all the production stages under
control, which guarantees both the flexibility and
quality of the finished product.»
Training
The boring mill, which has been in operation since June this
year, is capable of machining an entire chassis.
PRODUCTION TO THE MAX
But a machine of this kind has to be used by properly
trained workers. A. Schauss: «We are going to train
4 workers which will allow us to work with two teams.
The most delicate operation is the preparation of the
chassis before machining. The training is provided by
the Stimac company who sold us the machine.»
One further piece of information: the investment involved
for this Czech made boring mill (Tos) is close to
a million euro.
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
Make and model :
TOS - WRD 130 Q
Work space:
• X = 11.000 mm
• Y = 4.000 mm
• Z = 1.000 mm
• W = 700 mm
Machine bed:
12.000 x 1.885 mm
Automatic boring head HOI 50
THE RANGE
Faymonville is specialised in semi-trailers with payloads
from 20 to more than 1,000 tonnes.
MULTIMAX
Stepframe semi-trailer, 2 to 10 axles, extendible
up to 48 metres
EUROMAX
Stepframe semi-trailer with 2 to 4 axles, extendible,
of extremely lightweight construction
MEGAMAX
Lowbed semi-trailer, with 1 to 5 axles,
removable gooseneck, various types of lowbed,
with free-swing-dolly of 1 to 3 axles
GIGAMAX
Lowbed semi-trailer with 3 or 4 axles and one swing axle
integrated into the gooseneck
VARIOMAX
Lowbed semi-trailer,
with intermediate swing axle dolly
PENDELMAX
Swing axle system with combined
prismatic/rectangular trough
MODULMAX
The concept behind the Modulmax offers the possibility
of assembling modules with between 2 and 6 axle lines,
allowing payloads of over 1,000 tons. Series S-Module
and G-Module, all accessories available. Unique feature:
the interchangeability with other makes
TELEMAX
Flat deck semi-trailer, from 2 to 6 axles,
extendible up to 3 times up to 52 metres
CARGOMAX
Flat deck semi-trailer with 3 to 8 axles
for crane counterweight
PREFAMAX
Inloader for the transport of
concrete elements
FLOATMAX
Inloader for the
transport of glass
TIMBERMAX
Semi-trailer for the transport of
logs or faggot wood
FLEXMAX
2 – 5 axle self-steering trailer
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NETWORK TO THE MAX
ASIA AND AMERICA
Here we come!
Faymonville has had contacts in Canada
for over 20 years. Today, it expects to
intensify its presence in the American
and Asian continents by offering its new
customers its range of products, particularly
Modulmax and Telemax.
«We want to be where our customers need us.»
This is how Paul Hönen, sales representative for
America and Asia, sums up the Faymonville
strategy for the years to come in these two continents.
Although the company already has some
commercial activities there, one cannot yet speak
of a true on site presence at the moment. Asia
and America over the years have however been
seen as crucial areas for development for many
European companies such as Faymonville.
Deciding to invest there is always risky but not
going there means turning your back on whole
areas of the market. Faymonville has made its
choice and believes it will find the place it
deserves. Even if its managers are still measuring
the road they still have to travel...
Looking to the overseas
wind energy business
By extending its range of products thanks to the
Modulmax, Faymonville intends to offer its
customers a modular semi-trailer which can be
easily adap ted to their specific needs. The Modulmax
has enabled the Faymonville company to open
up towards the world wide specialist haulage market
very quickly. «This kind of product is already
available on
overseas routes»,
Paul Hönen points
out. «We hope to make
our products known
nevertheless by increasing
our direct sales and by taking
part in trade fairs. What's more
we have made some important
investments as far as our manufacturing
tools are concerned in
order to increase our production
capacity.»
Beyond the heavy weight transportation,
Faymonville also hopes to
develop another market that is particularly
flourishing in Asia and America: solar and wind
energy. «Faymonville is already a European leader
in these developing markets, why shouldn't it
become a world leader», Paul Hönen asks
himself. «Europe is becoming too small for a company
like ours. And this could provide a new
breath of fresh air to the Telemax range, in direct
connection with the development of wind energy.»
If Europe is expected to dominate the world
production of wind energy, Asia is likely to
experience a strong growth of its wind farms.
In 2010, China is the fastest growing national
market for new wind farm installations.
An unchartered territory
«What sets Faymonville apart from its competitors
Our competitors are all fitters while
Faymonville comes up with entirely new products
from the conception right through to the finished
product without resorting to sub-contractors. What’s
more, whether in Asia or in America,
our clients will be able to receive delivery at very
short notice.» And finally, we are forgetting
the greatest advantage of our modular products,
which is their interchangeability with other existing
brands. So we offer our clients greater freedom
of choice because they are not tied to a single
module brand.
Contact:
Paul Hönen
Mobile: +32 498 16 81 59
E-mail: paul.hoenen@faymonville.com
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SERVICE
At the service
of quality
FAYMONVILLE...
Meets its customers
EVENT TO THE MAX
His hand in the grease, Valentin Westrelin,
head of technical quality at Faymonville lives
every day in very close contact with the
products. His main mission: ‘think’ and
conceive technical improvements which might
apply to the entire range of vehicles.
As head of quality control, Valentin Westrelin busies himself every day
in the search and development of new products. A job that requires a
great capacity for analysis and a good feel for organisation. Working
in close collaboration with the other company departments, one has to
admit that this 'technologician' has a great ability for integration and team
work. His multi-faceted role enables him to assess a
considerable number of different situations. In this context,
Valentin Westrelin recently took a hand in the development of the
Floatmax, the oldest product of the Faymonville range, and was also
involved in the development of an instruction manual for the new
Powermax semi-trailer. In the months to come, his missions will among
other things involve the installation of a computer information and
management system to monitor customer quality requests. Research and
development for the study of new products are an integral part of his job
while his links with the information technology department are
becoming stronger and stronger. He performs a role that is of extreme
importance in a context where the quality and service provided to the
customer must be granted top priority.
Bauma 2010
Over 415,000 enthusiastic visitors, from over
200 hundred countries, were enticed by the
Bauma 2010 in Munich. Even Faymonville's
participation in Bauma has led to some
positive developments. In an area of around
600 m 2 , our new Powermax and G-Module,
a development of the Modulmax range, have
created a stir and many specialist haulage
companies have shown great interest.
If you had a chance to come and visit us at Bauma 2010, we would like to thank you. On the other hand, if you didn’t get the chance to attend this
event, you are invited to come and visit our factory in Belgium. Contact our sales department at +352 269004155 or sales@faymonville.com and
set up a meeting with our contact person. A visit is certainly worthwhile.
Review of events
Since the beginning of the year, Faymonville
has taken part in fairs and trade events
throughout Europe, but also for the first time
outside Europe, particularly in Saudi Arabia,
the United States and South America. The
event organisation with the company itself
has not been overlooked, yet the open days
organised specifically on customer or partner
premises have also proved to be very
successful in terms of public relations. This
was for example the case during the crane
and specialist haulage event organised by
MAN in Munich on the 5th and 6th of March
this year. MAN had prepared a circuit
on their test ground where visitors had the
opportunity to try out complete articulated
trucks. (cf. photo)
A long and fruitful
collaboration
German speaking Switzerland as a dealer
for Faymonville.
The job of head of quality control requires a great capacity
for analysis and a good feel for organisation (on the left on
the picture).
At the beginning of the last month of June,
Otto Wohlgenannt celebrated his 50 th anniversary
and for this occasion organised an open
day in his workshops. For many years,
Wohlgenannt has been working in the
Voralberg region (Western Austria) and in
www.wohlgenannt.co.at
Otto Wohlgenannt – 2nd on the left
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Transport for the benefit
of wind energy
The Transpalux company, a subsidiary of the P.Adams group of St. Vith (BE) is
one of the great specialists in special haulage. In this instance, the company is
carrying some wind turbines with its Telemax fleet. Bought in 2008, this 5 axle
semi-trailer, with a triple extendible loading platform can reach a total length of over
47 m. The semi-trailer combines the Multimax gooseneck with the axles mounted
on Telemax ball bearings, and can thus achieve a very surprising turning angle.
The transport took place in March this year, leaving Belgium headed for France,
it’s final destination being the Ronchois (FR) wind farm.
www.p-adams.eu
The haulage was carried out using a
5 axle Telemax with triple extension.
AltéAd (FR)
operating
in North Africa
In the transportation of large, heavy and delicate
products, AltéAd doesn’t just offer its customers a complete
range of services, but it can also provide custom
solutions conceived specifically around their own
special needs. A longstanding Faymonville customer,
AltéAd own 40 Faymonville semi-trailers, of which
many have been specifically designed to carry rail
vehicles. This transportation of 10 diesel locomotives
was carried out on behalf of the Tunisian Rail
company. In actual fact, many major infrastructural
project crossing North Africa are already in the
construction stage or expected to be built in the future.
AltéAd will certainly have a role to play in them.
www.altead.com
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Englishmen are convinced of the Faymonville quality
NEWS
Faced with a growth of its operations,
Cadzow Heavy Haulage company from Blantyre,
Glasgow (UK) – which can boast over 50 years
experience in heavy haulage – has recently taken
possession of a MEGA-Z-4H. Cadzow already has
many Faymonville semi-trailers.
Cadzow’s owner, Jim Macauley adds: «Faymonville
is a label which we got very good feedback for
from our European partners. Before the purchase,
we took a very close look at the technical specifications
and the price/quality ration and Faymonville won out.
This factor plus the fact that our drivers and mechanics
greatly appreciate the ease of driving and maintenance,
made us opt for Faymonville.»
www.cadzowheavyhaulage.co.uk
Les Searle Plant Hire Ltd. company has bought it’s first
Variomax 2 + 4 semi-trailer from Faymonville and has
immediately put it on show at the Hillhead exhibition
which took place in Buxton last June. Les Searle thought
about it for a long time and made plenty of enquiries with
other heavy haulage companies which did nothing but
praise the Faymonville brand. The semi has a distinctive
feature concerning the extension of the load bed which can
be done from the back rather than from the front. A point
that played an important part in swaying their decision,
because Faymonville is always ready to shift away from
usual construction methods in order to satisfy customer
expectations completely.
www.lessearleplant.co.uk
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P. 12
Visits of our workshops
On the 24th of April, the FTF Vrachtwagen Club Nederlands
visited the Faymonville plant in Büllingen. The group of around
20 people was led by Filip Verhoeven, sales manager for the
Netherlands.
www.ftftrucks.com
AGENDA FAYMONVILLE
EVENT TO THE MAX
And on the 24th of March of this year, a group of 10 students
from a school in Vilvoorde (BE) who were staying in the area
during a truck driving course, took advantage of their
closeness to come and visit our factory.
The two groups greatly appreciated their welcome and were
suitably impressed by the high technology production plants.
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FAYMONVILLE SERVICE
WHO’S WHO
FAYMONVILLE
Reception +32/80/640 155 general@faymonville.com
Faymonville Alain General Manager +32/80/640 155 faymonville.alain@faymonville.com
Faymonville Yves Production Process Manager +32/80/640 155 yves.faymonville@faymonville.com
Fickers Guy Technical Director +32/80/640 155 guy.fickers@faymonville.com
Laurent Marie-Paule Accounts +352/26 90 04 173 accounts@faymonville.com
Sales +352/26 90 04 155 sales@faymonville.com
Luxen Arnold Sales Manager +32/498/862 545 arnold.luxen@faymonville.com
Bandel Alexander Sales Germany North-East +49/162 25 37 081 alexander.bandel@faymonville.com
Bartosik Krzysztof Sales Poland +48/516 028736 krzysztof.bartosik@faymonville.com
Delhez Philippe Sales UA, BY, KZ, Middle East, North Africa +32/499/510 158 philippe.delhez@faymonville.com
Gillet Gérard Sales France +32/498/870 002 gerard.gillet@faymonville.com
Gwiggner Matthias Sales Austria, Germany South, SI, HR, BiH +43/676 744 7352 matthias.gwiggner@faymonville.com
Hönen Paul Sales America & Asia +32/498/168 159 paul.hoenen@faymonville.com
Noe Rainer Modular Heavy Duty Systems +32/498/862 542 rainer.noe@faymonville.com
Pavin Pavel Sales Russia & CIS +7/495 50 82 124 pavel.pavin@faymonville.com
Prümmer Christoph Sales RO, HU, Second Hand +32/498/862 543 christoph.pruemmer@faymonville.com
Rauw Manuela Sales Distributors, UK, IE, SE +32/498/875 281 manuela.rauw@faymonville.com
Schmitz Thomas Sales DE Centre, CH +49/162 253 70 83 thomas.schmitz@faymonville.com
Thönnes Georg Sales BE, LU, FR + Timbermax +32/498/875 270 georg.thoennes@faymonville.com
Tomatis Giovanni Sales Italy +39/338/1123454 info.italia@faymonville.com
Verhoeven Filip Sales NL, FR, BE +32/495/520 455 filip.verhoeven@faymonville.com
Reynartz Nadine Marketing & Communication +352/26 90 04 421 marketing@faymonville.com
Purchase
Frères Marc Purchase +32/80/640 155 purchase@faymonville.com
Tangeten Remy Manager +32/495/242 571 remy.tangeten@faymonville.com
Droesch Daniel Repair service +32/80/640 212 daniel.droesch@faymonville.com
Jost Roger Repair service +32/80/640 199 repair.service@faymonville.com
Schröder Arno Spare parts +32/80/640 325 arno.schroeder@faymonville.com
Bartholemy Patrick Spare parts +32/80/640 161 patrick.bartholemy@faymonville.com
24H/24H Service Timbermax & Cranes +32/80/640 189
24H/24H Service +32/80/640 188
Palm Viktor After Sales Manager +32/80/640 188 after.sales@faymonville.com
Dhur Paul After Sales Department +32/80/640 188 paul.dhur@faymonville.com
Heinen Marie-Louise After Sales Department +32/80/640 322 marie-louise.heinen@faymonville.com
Josten Tanja After Sales Department +32/80/640 254 tanja.josten@faymonville.com
Pfeiffer Mario After Sales Department +32/80/640 188 mario.pfeiffer@faymonville.com
FAYMONVILLE LEASE
Dethier Francis Manager +352/26 90 04 350 info@faymonville-lease.com
RENTING CAR-WTS
Timmermans Kristof Sales Manager Trucks +32/498/862 548 kristof.timmermans@rentingcar-wts.com
Marquet Olivier Sales Renting Car-WTS (FR) +32/496/551 250 olivier.marquet@rentingcar-wts.com
Bruyninx Piet Sales Renting Car-WTS (NL) +32/498/126 480 piet.bruyninx@rentingcar-wts.com
De Smet Nicolas Sales Renting Car-WTS (NL) +32/498/875 171 nicolas.desmet@rentingcar-wts.com
Balter Mario Sales Meiller & Renting Car-WTS (DE) +32/493/248 757 mario.balter@faymonville.com
SECOND HAND COMMERCE & TRUCKS
Prümmer Christoph Sales Second Hand +32/498/862 543 christoph.pruemmer@faymonville.com
FAYMONVILLE DEALERS
ALS (FR)
Sud Remorques (FR)
ES-GE (DE)
Traffco (GB)
Ashbourne Truck Centre (IE)
Faymonville Ibérica (ES)
Trailer Partner (DK)
Car Office Reijo Roponen (FIN)
Veres KFT (HU)
info-lag@als-remorques.com
sudremorques@wanadoo.fr
info@es-ge.de
sales@traffco.co.uk
jse@eircom.net
info.iberica@faymonville.com
mail@trailerpartner.com
car.office.roponen@saunalahti.fi
faymonville@vereskft.t-online.hu
Autoconstruct (RO)
office@autoconstruct.ro
Isos Trade Brno (CZ)
info@isos.cz
Euromarket Construction JSC (BG) emigroup@embrd.net
Scanbalt Trailer (EE)
martink@scanbalttrailer.ee
Scanbalt Trailer (LT)
pauliusP@trailer.lt
Scanbalt Trailer (LV)
agris.dumins@trailer.lv
Mlinac d.o.o. (HR)
nenad@mlinac.hr
Cem-San Makina (TR)
www.cemsan-makina.com
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