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Finning announces brand-new FINROCK21 virtual event On October 21 2021, Finning UK & Ireland, exclusive distributor of Cat® products, will be hosting a free-ofcharge virtual event for plant operators, construction professionals and heavy equipment enthusiasts.
they have everything they need to get their projects on track. FINROCK21 will include a series of technology demonstrations throughout the day, as well as panel discussions on topics ranging from engine rebuilds
to machine productivity. The Tech and Innovation zone will also include sneak peeks of products that Finning and Caterpillar are still developing. “By launching FINROCK21, we are breaking the mould and offering a
FINROCK21 will be a live, interactive virtual exhibition open to both existing customers and people that are new to Finning and Caterpillar®, giving them exclusive access to networking opportunities, technology demonstrations and more.
“We will also be offering behind the scenes tours of our operations and regional sites, giving visitors an exclusive insight into how we operate as a business. Alongside the virtual expo, we will be broadcasting FINROCK TV live from our very own studio, with a range of presentations and entertainment throughout the day — another new step for us.”
Located on the fictional Finning Island, visitors of FINROCK21 will be greeted with a virtual lobby where they can choose from a series of zones, each offering something unique. These include an equipment showroom, where attendees can get hands-on experience with different machinery and get a feel for how technologies can benefit their sites and businesses. Visitors can also consult Finning experts for machine, business and financial advice, ensuring that
As well as attending talks and demonstrations, visitors can browse opportunities at the careers fair and network with other attendees. They can also benefit from a range of special “show only” deals and offers, including competitions with prizes such as a VIP trip to Malaga for two.
Doosan Launches New DL420CVT-7 Wheel Loader As part of the company’s awardwinning DL-7 series, Doosan has launched the new DL420CVT-7 Stage V compliant wheel loader equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). With a maximum bucket capacity of 4.5 m3, the Doosan DL420CVT-7 wheel loader is intended to meet a wide range of materialhandling needs from loading and transporting granular material (such as sand or gravel) to quarrying, mining, construction, demolition, industrial, waste and recycling applications. A CVT transmission is the result of a permanent combination of a hydraulic technology and a mechanical technology which provides a smooth and continuous speed variation. The CVT design combines the benefits of a hydraulic mechanical transmission and a hydrostatic transmission in the same machine. It allows the DL420CVT-7 to automatically transition from hydrostatic power at low speed to the mechanical system to operate at higher speeds. By combining the two types of transmission, the CVT technology ensures high loads can be carried at low engine speeds with high dynamics for an optimum wheel loader operating cycle. The DL420CVT-7 therefore provides an increase in machine
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brand-new interactive experience for operators, engineers and other heavy equipment enthusiasts who have been unable to attend events over the last 18 months,” explained Peter Seaman, Customer Experience and Marketing Manager at Finning UK & Ireland. “The new expo promises to be a memorable one, where we can meet attendees virtually, introduce them to new equipment and technology and inspire them in a way that we haven’t been able to over the last few months.
performance for operators working in digging, loading and lifting applications. For most tasks, operators will utilise the hydrostatic part of the transmission, which offers greater fuel efficiency in low-speed applications. The combination of the two transmissions is automatic and fully transparent for the operator. The complete driving range, forwards and in reverse, is controlled by the CVT system. Low engine speeds ensure a high efficiency and the highest driving comfort irrespective of the traction speed. The power splitting continuously variable technology facilitates moving off softly and hydraulically. Furthermore, with the CVT, a fuel saving of up to 15% can be achieved.
start the machine using a keyless device, helping to prevent machine theft. The new cab has a Grammer Actimo XXL seat with fully adjustable horizontal and vertical suspension settings, a pneumatic lumbar function and seat heating as standard. There is a 3-point safety belt with alarm icons on the new Doosan Smart Touch 8 inch touchscreen monitor and on the gauge panel, which features a new layout and anti-reflective glass. The new EMCV (Electric Main Control Valve) joystick fully integrated in the armrest is another standard feature in the cab, providing the operator with smoother and precise controllability of the lift arm and attachments on the wheel loader. Features available via the EMCV system include Automatic Return-to-Dig, Bucket Tilt Kick-out and the Bucket crowd stop position and shock prevention for higher operator comfort.
The new cab on the DL420CVT-7 offers a greatly improved field of vision for the operator, with blind spots around the cab minimized and a 14% larger glass window area compared to the previous DL-5 model.
Designed to give the operator more precise control with a shorter lever stroke, resulting in less fatigue, the sensitivity of the ergonomic joystick control can be set and altered according to operator preferences using the new Doosan Smart Touch touchscreen monitor. User-friendly and easy to read in all conditions, the new touchscreen provides all the important settings and information the operator needs in one place.
Inside the cab, the DL420CVT-7 provides significantly enhanced operating comfort, an enhanced steering system and advanced electronic controls. Using the new Doosan Smart Key system on the control panel in the cab, the operator can
Included in the information at the operator’s fingertips on the touchscreen is the feed from the rear-view camera, the weighing system, the HVAC controls, Radio & Bluetooth devices (music streaming, handsfree) and the operator help function.
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