by Kyle Molyneux | Tue 09 Feb 2021
Hitachi machines prepare world class ski slopes
A substantial fleet of Hitachi excavators and wheel loaders have been involved in extensive construction and renovation work to prepare for the 2021 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships. The event in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, is expected to be broadcast to more than 500 million people worldwide on February 8th to 21st.
The Hitachi machines, including ZW140-5, ZW150-6 and ZW180-6 wheel loaders, and ZX210-5 and ZX130-6 excavators, have been used for clearing snow, preparing the ski slopes and race arrival area, as well as building stands and VIP areas. They were supplied on an exclusive rental contract to local construction company Alfarè and event organisers Cortina 2021 Foundation by authorised Hitachi dealer Franco Clò Srl.
The aim of the construction and renovation work was to create the best conditions in line with international ski competition standards. Throughout the event, the Hitachi machines will remain on standby in the race arrival area and the centre of Cortina for any necessary work. The wheel loaders will maintain the ski slopes both during and after the event.
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