The MK-42 dump truck from GHH is well received in the market. Design prizes such as the Red Dot and, most recently, the Good Design Award show that even aesthetes are impressed.
The award from Good Design Australia came as a surprise to the German machine manufacturer. The MK-42 had taken part in their competition for 2021. Australia is one of the most important markets for GHH, one of the leading brands of heavy machinery for mining, tunnelling and special civil engineering.
The international jury was reviewing 933 projects this year. They commented: “GHH creates excitement with a more sleek and sophisticated look than we’re used to seeing in this category. The operators’ compartment is comfortable and ergonomically designed and there are a number of excellent safety features (multiple fire extinguishers, low slip surfaces and strong LED lighting). The fact it also has best in class power, turning radius and tipping angle indicates a clear focus on designing a product that sets new class standards. Overall, this is a really impressive example of design and engineering and a standout project.“
GHH presented the MK-42 a year ago. The prime dump truck in the manufacturers product range carries 45 tonnes of payload with a volume of up to 24 m3. The economic aim during development was high productivity paired with low operating costs, told GHH. Indeed, if you put a lot of effort into it, you almost inevitably create a result that exudes recognisable competence. A clear design has become kind of a trade mark for GHH: everything is exactly where you can find it immediately, even in the harsh and hectic daily routine.
India’s largest zinc producer HZL recently also honoured this high level of customer orientation with the “Best Performing Business Award”.
