Woods Equipment Co., an Oregon, Ill.-based attachment manufacturer has joined forces with JB Attachments Ltd., a New Zealand-based manufacturer of earthmoving attachments to create a strategic partnership. Woods will market and distribute JBA’s patented variable center coupler through its U.S. and Canadian dealer network. The product line fits machine classes from 2 to 45 metric tons and will be co-branded “Woods Variable Coupler by JB Attachments.”
The new line of variable couplers available from Woods fits 10 machine classes and is valued for the versatility of its universal design. The coupler’s low profile and lightweight design increase breakout force while reducing fuel consumption, limiting maintenance with only two moving parts. The complete line will be available in March through Woods’ dealer network.
“JB is a pioneer in quick-coupler systems,” said Jerry Johnson, president of Woods Product Division. “Their ingenuity and quality are perfectly aligned with the products we currently offer the construction market under our Wain-Roy, CF and Gannon brands.”
“It is an ideal partnership,” added Graham Smolenski, chairman of JB Attachments. “Woods has the technical expertise and an attitude to quality customer service and support that complements JBA’s endeavor to produce user-friendly, state-of-the-art earthmoving equipment. I believe that the combination of these attributes will enable the variable center coupler to achieve the same market leader status in the U.S. as has been done in Australasia.”
