First Civil
For the last two years, SBA has been working closely with Sydney-based civil earthworks company First Civil Pty Ltd to improve efficiency and reduce wasted time on their sites. By replacing their heavy excavators to Komatsu machines and upgrading to the Komatsu Quick Hitches, powered by the Geith technology, they have achieved significant productivity gains. This case study explores their journey and the successful partnership with SBA Earthmoving Attachments & Komatsu Australia.
“Our team loves working with these [Komatsu machines]—they’re smooth, reliable, and incredibly strong. It’s always a breeze collaborating with both teams, especially given their strong relationship. For us, that means whether we need anything from a standard tooth to a custom bucket, we can count on them to work together and deliver a solution,” says Samuel Mitchell, General Manager of First Civil.
Like many companies in the Civil Earthworks sector, First Civil faces daily challenges that can impact project timelines and profitability. General Manager, Samuel Mitchell, identifies two primary concerns:
To combat the issue of machine downtime and improve efficiency, First Civil implemented SBA’s Quick Hitches across their fleet. These hitches allow for rapid and safe attachment changes, minimising downtime and maximising the utilisation of their machinery. According to Samuel Mitchell, General Manager of First Civil, “SBA has consistently provided the perfect solution for every job. We’ve ordered around 40 buckets in various sizes for different tasks, and each one has exceeded the standard. On top of that, the Geith Quick Hitches have helped us cut downtime and require minimal servicing, which has given our on-site productivity a serious boost. They’re safe, strong, and reliable—that’s why we keep coming back.
First Civil values its strong relationship with SBA, citing exceptional sales and aftersales service. Sales support, primarily from Adam, has provided tailored solutions and over 40 exceeding-expectations buckets. SBA’s prompt after sales support and on-site assistance have also been invaluable. Finally, First Civil has been proud to get behind SBA’s support of the McGrath Foundation and orders our pink buckets for our Dig it Pink campaign as a symbol of their shared commitment to providing all care nurses for those experiencing cancer.
In sum, First Civil’s combination of reliable Komatsu machinery with efficient SBA’s Quick Hitches, has boosted efficiency and positioned them for continued success in the competitive earthworks industry.
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