First 100% electric asphalt spreader ready for production The world's first 100% electric asphalt spreader is a fact. The first production model is currently being realized by KWS, part of VolkerWessels Infrastructure, in close collaboration with UMS (developer), Dynapac (manufacturer) and Van der Spek (dealer). The advantages of the machine in terms of durability are great. There are no local emissions of CO2 or particulate matter and this directly contributes to improving the living environment, wherever the machine is used. After a number of test projects this year, this spreading machine will fully participate in the projects of KWS in 2022. The official introduction took place last Wednesday at the manufacturer UMS in Oss, the Netherlands. The development of the first electric asphalt spreading machine gained momentum with the project Innovation Strip Kloosters A58, a project that Gebr. Van Kessel (part of VolkerWessels Infrastructure) is commissioned by Rijkswaterstaat. The asphalt spreading machine will be tested on this project. There is great confidence in the future and great potential of the electric asphalt spreader. The first version is the blueprint of the production model that Dynapac will manufacture. Raymond van de Stadt (director KWS) “As a contractor for road construction projects, we had never before developed an electric machine for processing asphalt. This year we have already started using an electric roller for compaction. Developing the asphalt spreading machine was a special process and a bold decision to develop an electric production model from a spreading machine. By bundling knowledge and expertise with UMS, Van der Spek and Dynapac, this is now a fact. This tastes like more and fits in with KWS' sustainability ambitions.” Lars Kool (director of UMS) “We think it's fantastic that KWS is the 'launching customer' for this first electric asphalt spreader. Worldwide there is great interest in electrification of this machine. The application and environmental factors are challenging, but our expectations and ambitions are high. For the battery pack we use cells based on LFP chemistry without cobalt. These are safer, 100% recyclable and do not use scarce raw materials. All in all, a unique product.” Axel Mooren (Vice President Business Unit Pavers Dynapac) “We are very proud to participate in the electrification of our SD2500CS finishing machine, together with our customer KWS and our partners VDS and UMS. This project fits perfectly into our strategic Z.ERA program, where we reduce emissions step by step for each of our products, without compromising on our performance.”