Combi-SPI was the winner of the R&D Innovation of the Year at PCE

Combilift’s COMBi-SPI secures R&D Innovation of the Year award

Combilift has been named joint-winner of the R&D Innovation of the Year Award at the Plant and Civil Engineer Awards for its Combi-SPI (Self-Propelled Inloader).

This recognition is said to underscore Combilift’s ongoing commitment to innovation, highlighting its development of a custom-engineered solution for transporting heavy, oversized, and fragile loads.

Combilift embarked on the COMBi-SPI project in collaboration with Spaansen, a precast concrete manufacturer from the Netherlands, in April 2022. The goal was to address the challenges associated with transporting Inloader pallets using traditional systems, while meeting the specific needs of the precast concrete sector.

The COMBi-SPI, a fully electric, self-propelled vehicle is capable of safely handling up to 30-tonne Inloader pallets, while it offers enhanced visibility, agility, and precision, delivering a safer, more efficient alternative to conventional truck-and-trailer systems.

The judges praised Combilift, saying: “Combilift’s development of the COMBi-SPI exemplifies visionary engineering and a deep understanding of industry needs. It showcases the spirit of R&D excellence.”

“This project showcases Combilift’s commitment to innovation and customer-driven design,” said Josh Moffett – Heavy Equipment Manager at Combilift. “We’ve leveraged decades of expertise in specialised transport machinery to develop a state-of-the-art solution that meets the evolving needs of the concrete and glass industries.”

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