The SMRP Wisconsin Chapter had the pleasure of touring the new Komatsu facility on the south side of Milwaukee. This facility, opened in 2022, features a three-story, 180,000-square-foot office building and a 430,000-squarefoot manufacturing space. The facility produces the major components of large mining machines, including electric rope shovels, hybrid shovels, draglines and blasthole drills. The location serves as the large gearing center of excellence and
the large fabrication and machining center of excellence for Komatsu’s global mining division. Best of all, the new location features cutting-edge sustainability technology that reflects our commitment to the environment.
The tour lasted for three hours and was both fun and informative. Our next meeting will be November 13th in Madison.