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The firm is working with UK Power Networks to test a duo of Takeuchi TB20e electric mini excavators over the next two years on excavation work in London and the South East.<\/p>\n
Upon a successful trial, Falco will invest over \u00a36million in replacing its 120-strong diesel-powered fleet of excavators with fully electric models.<\/p>\n
The e-diggers provide equivalent performance to their diesel counterparts with batteries lasting up to five days before recharging.<\/p>\n
Katherine Jennings, continuous improvement manager at UK Power Networks, said: \u201cE-diggers could ultimately be a huge enabler in UK Power Networks and Falco achieving their joint Net Zero commitments.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are passionate about partnering with our suppliers to drive continuous improvement in the sustainability sphere. This is critical, as meaningful change and a just transition can only come about through shared goals and joint initiatives.\u201d<\/p>\n
Alan Seyfi, support services director at Falco Construction, added: \u201cThe Takeuchi Model is the first electric mini-excavator we have seen that performs comparably with more traditionally-powered diggers.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe estimate that replacing our current 120-strong fleet with TB20e\u2019s would directly remove over 200 tonnes of CO2e emissions each year and be a major step forward on our road to Net Zero.\u201d<\/p>\n
On top of the emission-based benefits, the excavators are 13 decibels quieter in comparison to diesel models during normal operations.<\/p>\n
Falco is a framework contractor for UK Power Networks providing groundworks to facilitate the repair and maintenance of assets across all of the company\u2019s three operating zones (London, South and East Anglia).<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n