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| Caterpillar to expand operations in Brazil Caterpillar Inc., the world's largest maker of construction equipment, has announced plans to expand its manufacturing presence in Brazil to further position the company to meet growing customer demand across Latin America. Studies and site selection for the new facility are at advanced stages and are part of Caterpillar's long-term global manufacturing strategy. A final location is expected to be announced later this summer. The new facility will produce backhoe loaders and small wheel loaders, which are among the products currently made at Caterpillar's Piracicaba, Brazil, operations. Once the manufacturing facility begins production, it will allow Caterpillar to increase capacity for the other machines produced in Piracicaba. Construction of the new facility is expected to begin in late 2010 or early 2011, pending final site approvals. write your comments about the article :: © 2010 Construction News :: home page |