Komatsu moved the manufacture of its HM400-5 ADT back to Chattanooga

Komatsu will it HM400-5 production of articulated delivery Trucks back to its plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee。The Trucks were produced in Chattanooga in the mid-2000s.，However, production was transferred to Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan in 2009.，Until now。

473 horsepower HM400-5 Mainly used for construction、Quarry and Mining Applications，Designed to move material over challenging terrain，While providing efficiency for operators of all experience levels、Consistent performance。To celebrate the new line.，Today Komatsu and the Equipment Manufacturers Association (AEM) Invite the United States Representative Chuck Fleischmann And other local and state officials at the company's Chattanooga processing plant.。

“Over the years，Komatsu Have been a proud member of our Chattanooga area community.，Providing hundreds of high-paying jobs.，And had a huge economic impact for Chattanooga and Tennessee.，”Representative Fleischmann Say。“Restore Komatsu HM400-The production of 5 Trucks is another sign of our strong local workforce.，Show business leaders about Chattanooga's economy and how hard we work、Confidence in the values of low taxes and free enterprise。I am pleased that Komatsu is expanding their presence in Chattanooga and investing in our community.。”

Production of the trucks has driven increased spending by Komatsu with local and regional suppliers.。In addition，The new line will provide more opportunities for students in the area to gain manufacturing experience.。Komatsu Yes Chattanooga The facility currently has a pre-apprenticeship program，Hiring part-time high school students，So that they can get through. Chattanooga State Community College Credit for Full Apprenticeship Certification。

“We have seen the United States and Canada against us. HM400-The demand for trucks has increased significantly.，That's why we started producing trucks in the United States.，”Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Komatsu North America Rod Schrader Say。“Domestic production of this popular truck supports Komatsu's commitment to American jobs and manufacturing.，It also allows us to contribute more to the local Chattanooga economy.。”

“Today's event is an important reminder.，That is, the equipment manufacturing industry in the United States is vigorous.，The future is destined to create more family-sustaining jobs in America.，”AEM Senior Vice President, Government and Industry Relations Kip Eideberg Say。“As our industry continues to face supply chain disruptions and worker shortages, we need our elected officials to support policies that will help strengthen equipment manufacturing in America. We thank the members of Congress. Fleischmann Leadership in Congress，And his support for that investment community that help device manufacturers、Support for policies to grow business and employ more Americans。”

Besides HM400-5 trucks，The plant also produces medium hydraulic Excavators and smart Excavators.，And some machines for the forestry market.。About 525 people are employed on the Chattanooga campus.。Among these employees,，425 in the manufacturing business，100 people work in Komatsu's other departments。

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