Ammann Group Acquires ABG Paving Product Line
BY AsphaltPro Staff
Readers may be aware that Ammann Group, Langenthal, Switzerland, manufactures pavers and compaction equipment in addition to asphalt mix production facilities. This summer, the group announced it had finalized its acquisition of the ABG paving product line from Volvo Construction Equipment.
“ABG is a strong brand that we’re proud to welcome to Ammann,” said Hans-Christian Schneider, CEO of Ammann. “We will continue to build on ABG’s exceptional product line and reputation and provide complete roadbuilding solutions for the industry.”
This is an international move. The transaction includes the transfer of Volvo CE’s paving businesses in Linyi, China, and Bangalore, India, as well as Volvo CE’s ABG facility in Hameln, Germany. ABG pavers and screeds will continue to be produced at the facility in Hameln. The production facilities in Mehsana, India, and Suzhou, China, will also be a source soon. ABG in Hameln will become the center for paving operations within the Group, according to a recent press release.
The Ammann ABG fixed screeds feature electric heating and offer paving widths ranging from 8 to 42.6 feet (2.5 to 13 m).
Initially established as a construction equipment repair shop in 1945, ABG in Hameln has evolved into one of the most recognized paving brands globally. Demonstrating its ongoing innovation, ABG recently introduced a new electric paver at INTERMAT 2024 in Paris.
Ammann will retain the respected ABG name. “The ABG brand is synonymous with quality in the industry and aligns perfectly with Ammann’s history in asphalt compaction,” said Bernd Holz, executive vice president at Ammann.
The range of paving products offered includes the compact Ammann ABG 2820 tracked paver, with a basic screed width of 4.9 feet (1.5 meters). On the other end of the spectrum, the Ammann ABG 8820 tracked paver boasts a 42.6-foot (13-m) paving width, large hopper and powerful engine for challenging production jobsites such as airports and highways.
“In addition to our smallest and largest pavers, we have several other models to meet the unique needs of every customer,” Holz said.
For more information, visit www.ammann.com