Yellow material handler in action.

A new updated edition of our Material Handlers Market Report 2026 is now available in the shop. Material handlers (waste excavators) remain critical machines in high-demand environments, supporting everything from scrap metal sorting and vehicle dismantling to dock handling and waste processing.

This updated release also reflects how newer hydraulic and electronic systems are improving precision and productivity, while smarter machine control and engine technologies help optimize performance. The report covers the market’s shifting dynamics across 2023–2025 and what that means for buyers, sellers, and asset values going forward.