Construction Machinery ME September 2021

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AUGUST-SEPTEMBER

6_NEWS The latest news from across the region and further afield.

16_TECH TALKS Digilalisation, the importance of data and connected technologie were in focus at CMME’s Technology in Construction Machinery virtual event.

20_IN THE POWERBAND Global engine and power generation powerhouse, Cummins, is providing products and solutions to the region with Cummins Arabia.

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TIME FOR TECH Opportunities and threats have a strange relationship, opposites as they are, it’s rare to find one without the other. But progress is all about embracing the opportunities and managing the threats. This is part of what emerged at the Technology in Construction Machinery (TICM) virtual summit organised

by CMME recently.

As digital technologies pervade the world of construction machinery, a very important sphere of human activity that had been lagging in the digital revolution of the age catches up apace with other industrialised activities, which have all come on in leaps and bounds over the years, aided by the ingenuity of information technology. This activity is the world of construction and construction machinery. While the world at large has been long at it, modernising its machines, processes and how work was done, our region – the Middle East – has been in a slumber so far as adopting the latest digital innovation in construction machinery is concerned. But Covid-19 provided a huge fillip to the adoption and acceptance of these new technologies.

As the speakers at our TICM event explained, the pandemic brought home to the construction world in the region, and to the users of construction machinery in particular, that digitalisation in not just the future but already the present, and that to be left behind in its adoption is to fall behind in terms of efficiency and profit.

We had, for instance, one of the biggest names in the regional equipment sphere – Saudi Arabia’s Zahid Tractor – leading the way with its digital transformation, for which it teamed up with global technology company Infor. The two companies jointly presented the opening session at CMME’s TICM summit and discussed the move by the regional behemoth, the need for it and its advantages. Other discussions and presentations centred around

the themes of improving users’ bottom lines, safety, efficiency and uptime – all of which leads to leaner and meaner job-sites.

The only downside to this – albeit a temporary one – is the resistance to the adoption of new technologies from a certain entrenched quarter that sees the disruptions caused by the new wave as a threat. As some of the speakers pointed out, granted that men may be replaced by machines in a few areas of activity – such as some operators – and people in the older generations may not want to change their work habits, but overcome and look beyond these obstacles and there is profit for all.

This profit motive is what has led to the adoption of new technologies in almost all construction activities in the region now and in the way machinery is used. In our cover story for the month, we look at Cummins Arabia, the regional arm of the global engines and power generation giant, asking the company’s top local brass about the way it has gone about making a deep impact on the GCC market.

We learn how Cummins’ joint venture in the region with Saudi Arabia’s Olayan Group – Cummins Arabia - has helped It come closer to customers in the region. Here, too, we see the role of technology and digitalisation, and how Cummins has used it to its advantage.

Digitalisation is now everywhere in the world of construction machinery. It is truly time for tech!

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AL-FUTTAIM TOYOTA SELLS LITHIUM FORKLIFTS

JECTS, O R P W E N OFFICES, W E N , S E HIN AROUND K O NEW MAC O L E IVES – W T A MONTH I T S I I N H I T W E NE W WHAT’S N T A N O I G THE RE NEW HEAD AT AL

Ritchie Bros. takes over Euro Auctions Ritchie Bros. has announced the acquisition of Euro Auctions for $1.08bn, in a move that will expand and consolidate its reach in the Europe, Middle East and Asia (EMEA) region.

Ritchie Bros said it will retain Euro Auctions’ employees and its brand, both of which are highly regarded in the EMEA region. This will expand Ritchie Bros.’ overall footprint and access to equipment, while also tapping into new revenue streams with service offerings to Euro Auctions customers, including inventory management services, data solutions, financing, warranty, insurance, inspections, refurbishing, shipping, and more.

Ritchie Bros. will acquire 100% of the equity of the companies comprised within the Euro Auctions group for an enterprise value of approximately

$1.08bn in cash. Ritchie Bros. has secured employment arrangements with key management of the Euro Auctions business, including Derek Keys, who will continue to be involved for a minimum of three years postclosing. It is intended that Jonnie Keys will assume a senior leadership position, and Lynden and Trevor Keys will be retained as sourcing leads.

Ann Fandozzi, Ritchie Bros. CEO, said: “Ritchie Bros. and Euro Auctions are an ideal fit with a united goal to make asset insights, service offerings and disposition solutions easier than ever.

This acquisition significantly accelerates our strategy to drive revenue and earnings growth and add shareholder value by continuing to expand our capabilities in new channels, sectors, regions, and customer segments.”

MASAOOD

Al-Futtaim Toyota Material Handling

UAE-based

has supplied a new line-up of

conglomerate Al

environment-friendly forklift trucks

Masaood Group

to Al-Futtaim Parts Distribution

has appointed

Hub (PDH), making it the first such

Hani Tannir as

delivery to a group company. The

its new head

exclusive distributor of Toyota Material

of Commercial

Handling equipment in the UAE said

for Power,

the lithium-ion battery-operated

Construction and

forklift trucks are currently being used

Marine divisions.

in three shifts at the PDH warehouse

Tannir’s new

located in Dubai Investment Park.

assignment

According to the distributor,

falls within

lithium-ion batteries are the latest

Al Masaood’s

advancement in battery technology

“framework

and will “redefine the performance

to sustain

users can expect from material

its business

handling equipment”. They offer

transformation

end users a “massive reduction”

and advance

in their operating costs and are

its strategy to

more environment-friendly than

grow its B2B

conventional lead-acid batteries

businesses amidst

as they do not emit any hazardous

rapid market

fumes while charging.

changes and

Customers can also save on

developments”,

additional space in the warehouse as

said the company.

lithium-ion batteries do not require

Tannir will lead

a separate battery charging room,

key business

thereby increasing profitability and

development

productivity. They also last 3-4 times

activities and

longer than lead-acid batteries,

generate new

without losing effectiveness over

revenue streams,

time. There is also no need to refill

mainly for the

them distilled water or acid, thereby

group’s power,

eliminating the chance of spilling

construction,

sulfuric acid, which can cause damage

marine, and

to the battery tray and environment.

logistics operations.

Ramez Hamdan, MD, Industrial Equipment (FAMCO, HINO, Toyota Material Handling), Al-Futtaim Automotive, said: “With these lithiumion battery-operated forklifts, not only are we offering the latest technology but also an environmentally-friendly solution in line with the UAE’s vision for a more sustainable future.”

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PORT TRANSPORT

KHALIFA PORT TO RUN AUTONOMOUS TRUCKS

Bobcat wins award for highest retained value

Two Bobcat models have won the EquipmentWatch 2021 Highest Retained Value (HRV) Award in the Compact Tracked Loaders and Small Skid-Steer Loaders categories, making it the sixth consecutive year that Bobcat machines have won the award.

The EquipmentWatch HRV Awards leverage third-party, unbiased data to identify equipment that is projected to best hold

its value over the next five years and are based on an extensive analysis of data records, which determines residual values calculated according to market depreciation standards.

Bobcat won an HRV award five times in the last five years and the win for its T770 compact tracked loader and S590 skid-steer loader this time makes it the sixth year running that the brand has continued its winning streak.

Jarry Fiser, loaders product line director, Doosan Bobcat EMEA, said: “We are honoured that our industry-leading equipment with its legacy of well over 60 years is once again recognized for incredible durability, toughness and reliability, providing owners with unparalleled value for money and uptime.

We are also delighted to win awards in two different categories they are a testament to our commitment to customers, and recognition of the significant work hours and value owners receive from their trusted Bobcat equipment. The Bobcat compact loader range continues to be the market leader - once you have owned a Bobcat machine, there is no reason to make a change.”

NEW UAE MAN FOR EURO AUCTIONS Euro Auctions has appointed Milad Akhitar as new territory manager for the UAE. Akhitar comes with a solid sales

CSP Abu Dhabi container terminal,

background in the

operating within Abu Dhabi Ports’

media for many

flagship deep-water port Khalifa Port,

years in the plant

has announced its terminal will be the

and machinery

first in the Middle East to implement

sector. “With

an autonomous port truck system.

his connections

A total of six electric Q-Trucks will

with the decision

be commissioned by CSP Abu Dhabi

makers in OEMs,

Terminal following a two-month trial

dealers of used

period, said CSP. The autonomous trucks

equipment,

will be tasked with supporting mother

contractors, rental

vessel loading and unloading activities

companies, and

within the facility’s container yard.

end-users, Akhitar

The L5 Autonomous Freight Trucks

will be active

are produced by Qomolo, a sub-brand

in introducing

of ShangHai Westwell-Lab Technology

Euro Auctions to

Company, and are equipped with an

more potential

advanced 360-degree sensory system

consignors across

with traffic monitoring and driving

the region,” said

guidance system, which enables

Euro Auctions.

operators to direct vehicles’ navigation and transportation of general and reefer containers with ease. The Q-Trucks are powered by a 281kWh battery, carry a maximum load of 80t, have an operating range of 200km and can operate for up to 44 hours continuously.

NEW T POTAIN MC WER O T S 135 TOPLESNE CRA pless

BKT’S NEW MIXED-USE TYRE BKT has released the new Multimax MP 569 tyre for applications in agro-industrial activities and other areas where heavy loads and high speeds are common. The new MP 569 is designed for mixed-use vehicles for road and off-road use.

MCT135 to new Potain s c’ o of its w o it Man e lower end aimed at th is e to its an n cr io it er tow d an add ss range an le p lable to ai g av in grow kets. It is e Asian mar th ith a r w fo s s, g n in io offer acity vers p ca 8) (H d 8t ght under in 6t (H6) an m and a hei 60 f o th g n jib le r urban maximum in China fo 0.9m. Made 5 to n lift p u ca f o 6 hook jects, the H ucture pro tr d as fr le b in m d an asse 19.3m when ts lif its 6t max at e H8 60m jib. Th with its full . m 28 r 4t at ove

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Mecalac upgrades MDX site dumpers Mecalac has announced upgrades to its range of site dumpers, introducing all-new 6t and 9t models fitted with optional hydrostatic transmissions and making an ROPS (RollOver Protective Structure) foldable roll bar available on the new models, which make the cabin optional.

The company said the step follows the global success of its MDX range and the recent launch of its 3.5t model, the 3.5MDX. The new 6t and 9t models are the 6MDX and 9MDX, which will offer the choice of the hydrostatic transmission for improved comfort and safety.

“Widely used across the construction equipment

industry, the adoption of hydrostatic transmission replaces mechanical transmission with fixed gear ratios. This ensures easier operations without gear shifting and provides the added benefit of responsive

dynamic braking. This makes operation easier and safer for both experienced and new operators, meaning the new hydrostatic 6MDX and 9MDX are perfect for both rental fleets and operators that frequently change

RAIMONDI NAMES TAPPING INTO PRE-OWNED

NEW AL-FUTTAIM DIVISION TO SELL USED EQUIPMENT AND COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

ACTING CEO Tower crane maker Raimondi

their equipment,” said a statement from Mecalac.

Both new models will also be available with the option of either an integrated cab or all-new ROPS foldable roll bar. The ROPS models are easy to transport between job-sites and allow operators to work in low height areas with ease. The structure is easily foldable, thanks to a handle and gas strut, which means folding and unfolding the ROPS is safe and requires minimal manual effort, said Mecalac, adding that because the ROPS roll bar has significantly fewer components than a cab, it is an economical choice, but still offers superior operator protection.

NEW MICHELIN REGIONAL HEAD Global tyre giant Michelin Group has named Gaganjot Singh as its new president of Michelin Africa, India and Middle East. Singh will be based out of Pune, India. In his 10 years with Michelin, he has held leadership roles in finance, sales and other functions across Asia, Africa and Europe markets.

Snorkel starts Lithium scissor lift production

Cranes SpA, has Al-Futtaim has entered the

industry heavyweights

appointed Diego

used equipment market with

including Yanmar, Doosan,

Borgna as its acting

the launch of Al-Futtaim

Himoinsa, AGG, SDLG,

chief executive

Automotive Industrial

Ingersoll Rand and Linde,” said

officer in place of

Equipment (AFA-I.E), a new

the company. Also available

Domenico Ciano,

division that incorporates

will be used HINO 300, 500

the CEO who has

pre-owned products of both

and 700 series trucks and

been approved

Al-Futtaim Auto & Machinery

Toyota Material Handling

for a one-year

Company (FAMCO) and

equipment. Each piece of

sabbatical. Borgna,

Al-Futtaim’s Commercial

equipment or commercial

an industry veteran

Vehicles division.

vehicle will be reconditioned

with more than 20

to a defined set of criteria

years of experience,

of products will include used

by trained technicians who

has assumed his

construction and material

will inspect every aspect

new role and

handling equipment, used

and ensure they meet the

taken over all the

commercial vehicles, power

required quality and durability

responsibilities

and industrial products

standards, said Al-Futtaim.

and authority

The new division’s range

and remanufactured

Ramez Hamdan, MD –

that the position

Industrial Equipment (FAMCO,

entails, said the

HINO, Toyota Material

Italian tower crane

customers with used Volvo

Handling), said: “The new

specialist.

trucks, buses and construction

division will provide customers

equipment in addition

with quality vehicles and

to storage and handling

equipment that has undergone

products, power and industrial

thorough quality checks

equipment, marine solutions

by trained technicians for

from internationally renowned

complete peace of mind.”

genuine spare parts.

“AFA-I.E will provide

Access equipment major Snorkel has announced the commencement of full production on five lithium-ion battery powered compact rough terrain scissor lift models.

Available for delivery globally, the range includes lithium-ion battery versions of two narrow width units, the S2255RTE and S2755RTE, as well as three standard width units, the S2770RTE, S3370RTE and S3970RTE. According to Snorkel, these scissor lifts are designed to offer “a true zero emission rough terrain solution, without compromising

on the reliability and fourwheel drive capabilities” of the diesel equivalents.

The five new ‘RTE’ electric rough terrain scissor lifts are now in production in Snorkel’s assembly facilities in the UK and New Zealand, and expand Snorkel’s lithium-powered range of zero emission rough terrain aerial lifts and telehandlers to a total of eight models. The new scissors come with maintenance-free lithium-ion battery packs with built-in battery management systems, lasting up to 20-times longer than lead acid batteries.

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TOWER CRANE LAUNCH

LIEBHERR RAISES CAPACITY WITH NEW FLAT-TOP MODEL

Byrne ISO certified for health and safety

GCC equipment rental major Byrne Rental has announced the completion of ISO 45001 2018 certification, which pertains to health and safety standards at the work site.

Byrne Rental said the ISO 45001 2018 certification specifies requirements for an occupational health and safety (OH&S) management system and gives guidance for its use. It enables organisations to provide safe and healthy workplaces by preventing work-related injuries and ill health, proactively improving its OH&S performance. The certification

CMC AT BIG 5 SHOW Dubai-based Construction Machinery Center (CMC) will participate in The Big 5 International Building & Construction Show from September 12-15 at the DWTC, with its principal, Schwing Stetter, at stand 8D 358.

establishes systematic processes to determine the hazards and OH&S risks associated with an organisation’s activities, seeking to eliminate them, or putting in controls to minimise their potential effects.

Steve Caygill, regional general manager UAE, Oman & group head specialist divisions at Byrne, said: “Byrne’s recent completion of ISO 45001 2018 demonstrates the company’s commitment to reducing risks in the workplace and creating safer working conditions for all. This certification is acknowledged worldwide which lends recognition to Byrne for having achieved an international benchmark. Furthermore, the completion of ISO 45001 2018 aligns with Byrne’s mission of sustaining an organisation that is built around best practice.

Liebherr has launched

site planning and

the 205 EC-B 10 flat-

increased flexibility, the

top tower crane, the

jib can be graduated

latest model in its EC-B

in 2.5m sections.

“Tough Ones” series,

Liebherr added that

extending the series in

its new tower crane

CAT TURNS TO

the 200 metre-tonne

has a compact design,

ZEPPELIN FOR

segment and closing

with a slewing section

BAUMA

the gap between its

that can be transported

Zeppelin, the

172 EC-B 8 and 220

together with the full

Caterpillar dealer

EC-B 10 models.

jib and ballast using just

in Germany and

Liebherr said the 205

four transport units. As

12 other Eurasian

EC-B 10 is capable of

the transport units are

countries,

lifting up to 2.1t at its

not used to full capacity,

is assuming

head with a jib length

there is also space

responsibility

of 65m and proves its

available for tower

for the display of

strength with features

sections or central

Cat construction

such as a maximum

ballast. In addition, the

equipment at

load capacity of 10t. The

use of the pickaback

Bauma 2022 as the

new model can operate

system for counter-

global equipment

with this maximum

jib transport enables

leader will have no

load capacity at full jib

efficient, safe and

direct corporate

length with a radius of

economical assembly

presence at

up to 18m. For precise

in just a few lifts.

the event. Cat said Zeppelin will display its equipment, services and solutions at the event in Munich next October Previously, the two had a joint stand at the trade fair.

REVAMPED BOBCAT S450 LAUNCHED IN REGION The latest ve

rsion of Bobc at’s popular skid-steer lo S450 ader is now in the region w design tweaks ith for easier us e and mainten and sporting ance, Bobcat’s new branding for time in the M the first iddle East an d Africa (MEA The S450 ha ) market. s helped Bobc at capture ov share of over erall market 50% in MEA, reaching as 80% in some high as countries. G aby Rhayem director, MEA , re gional , at Doosan Bo bcat, said the S450 has feat new ures to minim ise maintenan and protect th ce e machine such as self-diagnost ics, and shut down and battery ru n-down protection.

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Equipment sales expected to surge GLOBAL SALES OF CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT BY REGION, 2016-2025 (UNITS) China

Europe

India

Japan

North America

Rest of the World

1,200,000

1,000,000

800,000

600,000

400,000

200,000

2016

2017

2018

2019

A new report from specialist market research company Off-Highway Research projects sales of construction equipment to hit $110bn globally this year, with expected unit figures of 1.13 million. The forecast says that

2020

2021

2022

2023

2024

2025

this figure, if it were to be realised, would be a record high, beating the 1.11 million units sold in 2018 by 2%.

This latest prediction was absent before the pandemic hit but responses from government bodies has led to

the revision. Stimulus packages have already led to the Chinese equipment market rising 30% in a growth that continued into Q1 2021. Even with the Chinese market slowing down since, the total sales for 2021 are expected to be only 2% lower.

Meanwhile, other global markets are expected to continue rising this year, with Off-Highway Research projecting the European market to grow by 15% in in 2021, an upward revision of its previous forecast which had a single-digit figure. The report also projects an increase of 13% for North America. India’s figures have been revised downwards to 11% from the previous level of 15%, owing to the second wave of Covid infections in the country in Q2 this year.

For the rest of the world, including Africa, South America and the Middle East, Off-Highway Research forecasts an average sales growth rate of 6% this year.

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WIRTGEN PAVING TRAIN IN PRAGUE D uring the modernisation of the D1 freeway between the Czech Republic’s two largest cities, Prague and Brno, two slipform pavers and a texture curing machine from Wirtgen rehabilitated a 67km stretch of freeway in the direction of Prague. During the process, the paving train paved two layers in one pass and widened the two lanes at the same time.

For this project, which significantly improves traffic flow and increases safety of the Czech infrastructure, more than 60,000t of concrete was used over a period of 20 days, equivalent to 333t per

hour. On the D1 freeway, contractor Eurovia CS used the new paving train from Wirtgen to pave the road surfaces with exposed aggregate concrete in optimal quality. With two SP 154(i) slipform pavers as bottom layer and top layer concrete pavers and a TCM 180(i) texture curing machine, Wirtgen was able to demonstrate its expertise and performance potential in terms of quality, speed, and costeffectiveness.

“We are thoroughly impressed with Wirtgen’s new SP 154(i) slipform paver. The resulting surface quality is absolutely remarkable,” says Roman Pistek, concrete road construction technology specialist, Eurovia CS.

The SP 154(i) is equipped with four steerable and slewing crawler units. This allows the machine to be controlled with flexibility in different job-site conditions.

Also, the steerable and slewing crawler units make the pavers easy to load and their ECO mode reduces fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, with only average power requirements.

The SP 154(i) features the same control panel design as other Wirtgen slipform pavers, so operators do not have to learn anything new.

This guarantees continuous and precise paving without any delays due to training.

The two-layer paving method is

cost-effective because only the top layer consists of relatively expensive exposed aggregate concrete while a less expensive mix can be used for the roadbed. Paving the top concrete layer “wet on wet” produced an excellent bond between the layers on the 11.5m wide and 27cm high road surfaces in the direction of Prague.

Together, the 22cm thick bottom layer concrete and the 5cm thick top layer concrete produce a road surface with an extremely high load capacity capable of withstanding the constantly increasing axle weights of trucks. As a result, the use of the SP 154(i) also improves safety and makes roads more durable over the long term.

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“We are thoroughly impressed with Wirtgen’s new SP 154(i) slipform paver. The resulting surface quality is absolutely remarkable”

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WOLFFS AT HIGH ALPINE DAM

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wo Wolffkran 1250 B luffing jib tower cranes are in charge of at a construction site high up in the Swiss Alps, where of the Replacement of the Spitallamm dam at Lake Grimsel is in full swing.

In June, the two giant cranes were erected in the high alpine terrain on the new 6x6m TV 60 tower system specially developed for this project. Defying harsh winter weather conditions, they will build the new Spitallamm Dam for the Kraftwerke Oberhasli AG (KWO) on behalf of the ARGE Grimsel construction consortium over the next four years.

At roughly 1,900m above sea level, life proceeds at a different pace. Whilst summer had already set in in the lowlands, there was still snow at Lake Grimsel when the two WOLFF 1250 B were erected this June. Thanks to good weather and smooth transport logistics, the eight-strong Wolffkran erection team was able to erect the two cranes with 70m and 75m jibs to their respective final tower heights of 92.1m and 87.1m within just two weeks.

Since virtually no crane components could be accommodated on the extremely confined site, the deliveries had to take place just in time. Not an easy undertaking with a total of 70 trucks, all of which had to reach the construction site via the winding pass

road. The confines of the site were also challenging for the erection team, supported by a 500t and 150t mobile crane for preassembly of the components on ground.

As if the sight of two WOLFF 1250 B cranes isn’t impressive enough, the actual stars on the construction site are the fourteen XXL TV 60 tower sections specially developed for this project. They were already erected last summer and have successfully passed their first winter test with snow heights of over 10m on the site at Lake Grimsel. With seven sections per crane and a total height of 35m, the TV 60 sections form the stable tower bases for the two freestanding luffers that were now erected to their final heights using 10, respectively nine, smaller TV 33 sections.

Since dismantling the cranes for the winter break and subsequent transportation and storage of the components would have been both cumbersome and unprofitable, the decision was taken to leave the cranes fully erected on site for the entire construction period of four years. As a result, Wolffkran’s project engineers had to rethink the entire crane concept to meet the demands of the harsh winters.

Rolf Mathys, MD, Wolffkran Schweiz AG, says: Everything needed to be recalculated from scratch. On the Grimsel, we are dealing with conditions that are entirely different to a standard construction site.”

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“Everything needed to be recalculated from scratch. On the Grimsel, we are dealing with conditions that are entirely different from those of a standard construction site”

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“Data has become the new asset that drives innovation and strategy, and if you don’t have the right assets - the right data that is collected on a regular basis - then your decisionmaking and analytics will not reflect the true story”

Digitalisation, connected machines and the Internet of Things these are the tools the construction machinery sector will increasingly use in the future to improve efficiency and raise uptime.

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TECH TALKS

WITH DIGITALISATION THE BUZZWORD IN THE EQUIPMENT INDUSTRY, CMME RECENTLY ORGANISED THE VIRTUAL TECHNOLOGY IN CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY SUMMIT WHERE LEADING GLOBAL EXPERTS CONVERGED TO TALK ABOUT THE TRANSFORMATIVE EFFECTS OF TECHNOLOGY. WE BRING YOU SOME EXCERPTS

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echnology and data. These are the new beacons guiding the contemporary world of construction machinery.

After the digital revolution percolated into almost every sphere of human activity in the modern world and exerted its transformative influence, industries lagging behind in this great transformation are now in the throes of change.

The biggest case in point for us is our own construction equipment industry, which is rapidly emerging from the brick-and-mortar way of working into connected, digitalised and data driven operations.

Having spotted this trend at its inception many years ago and championing it ever since, CMME, took another step towards highlighting the importance and immediacy of digitalisation, the Internet of Things and data-driven work recently when we held the Technology in Construction Machinery Virtual Summit – a completely online event that brought experts in digital construction from around the world together on one platform over the course of two days to mull over in presentations and panel discussions the future of technology in construction.

From the expert speakers we learnt that in 2020 we entered into the fourth revolution of industrial improvement when robotics and automation entered even more into factories and work processes. And then we had the Internet of Things, where connected technologies now ruled the way we thought about doing work and building processes. In 2020, with the Covid-19 pandemic hitting the world, there has been even more positivity

about digital technologies and the world has embraced its possibilities in a big way.

“The digital transformation that took place in eight weeks in 2020 was faster than the pace of this transformation seen in the last five years. All businesses and all people globally were now embracing this change and this opportunity. So only in a matter of eight weeks we were able to better than in five years previously,” says Khaled Alshami, senior director, Solution Consulting, at Infor.

Infor is at the forefront of what can be termed a seminal digitalisation project in the Middle East equipment sector – the digital transformation of Saudi machinery behemoth Zahid Tractor, one of the biggest suppliers of machinery in the region. If Zahid is making the move to embrace digitalisation in a big way, then there can be no more doubt that the time for a connected equipment sphere has arrived.

“The story here is that we are seeing accelerations in the various industrial revolutions one after another, and beyond 2020 and Covid-19 we will see further acceleration of this pace. So it’s the time to cope with the advancements. It’s the time to get into the connected intelligence age coz this is the only way to not only have better supply and maintain a good bottom line, but it is the only way to continue to be competitive in business, especially in businesses in the construction sphere. We will hear from Mr. Nasser Bayram, president for transport at Zahid Group, a digital perspective of the sector and also about Zahid Group‘s digitalisation initiative and its strategy put into place to take the business forward.”

Taking over the centre stage, Bayram details Zahid’s perspectives on the phenomenon

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of technology in construction machinery: “I’d like to share with you the drivers for the journey that drove and influenced ZT and ZG to embark on our digitalisation project and why we selected Infor as our platform to build our digital strategy on. So let me share some of our experience, which may apply to you or in general to the industry.

“Our industry has been facing several challenges and was initially slow in transforming itself digitally. The industry, both in construction and in transport, was a less integrated process when it comes to the integration between the back office and construction site. That integration is important in terms of being on site to automate our processes and integrate them from a digital perspective, form an IoT perspective into our systems so that we enrich our data and better manage our projects.

“Stagnated productivity speaks of many experienced personnel in the construction industry retiring and the new workforce coming in that is less technical but more connected and more digital oriented, which brings with it a change in the mindset and a change in the business culture and expectations.

“Health and safety and sustainability have become major compliance issues and have thus become big priorities for our group and most of the industry, as its costs the industry close to $30m, according to 2019 figures.

Most construction companies have complex and fragmented ecosystems along with weak collaboration. Most are running a lot of legacy systems that have outlived their utility and do not give the ability for decision makers and executives of the organisation to build better strategies to grow their business and align it with the changing technologies.

Experts at CMME’s Technology in Construction Machinery virtual summit included the Zahid Group’s Nasser Bayram and Infor’s Khaled Alshami (above) and JLG’s Jan-Willem van Wier (below).

“Environmentally considerations, sustainability and emission control are all becoming things of prime interest for the industry. Pollution is now a responsibility of the sector and 50% of landfill waste comes from construction sites. That responsibility that we all have to rise to also drives us to digitalise and to automate.

“Data has become the new asset that drives innovation and strategy. and if you don’t have the right assets - the right data that is collected on a regular basis - then your decision-making and analytics will not reflect

the true story. The new generation of workers demand connectivity and with Covid-19 we are seeing the rise of working from home, which will continue in a post-Covid world.

“Operating our equipment and machinery remotely also requires us to reduce the presence of operators on site. The number of work hours a week is changing and so is the business model. New generation of customers demand connected assets. It’s no longer just about the assets we can sell. It’s more about the assets that are on site and what we can do there.

“Internal challenges to most organisations in terms of the roadblocks to digitalisation can be defined in four main categories: Disconnected legacy business systems - most are on premise and require heavy investments to upgrade and connect them to new tech-based platforms. Lack of executive buy in and management of change - brick and mortar business leaders are slow in accepting digital transformation. No road map or an ill-defined strategy - strategies were focused on traditional growth, neglecting the internal change management required in the business culture to prepare the organisation for a future influenced by external factors. Lack of a unified corporate and digital strategy - No alignment, and in many cases no existence, of a digital strategy.

Joining the TICM Summit to offer his views on technology in the work at heights and aerial work platform sector, Jan-Willem van Wier, senior product marketing manager for EMEAR at leading AWP manufacturer JLG, says: “When we look at some of the global and local challenges, we find that some of these are related to productivity limits have been reached on sites and dealerships due to lack of more automation or digitalisation.

New business models are emerging that are disrupting our businesses - for example in rental especially. Improved connectivity and smart assets with 5G have redefined IoT and its scope. Today we don’t speak about telematics or connecting machines or equipment - today we talk about connecting all your assets on site, from your plants, vehicles and machines to different equipment or whatever you have on site. Everything can be an asset that can now be connected.

“Today more than half the global population lives in urban areas and by 2025 it’s expected to reach two-thirds. We asked ourselves this question at JLG: how will this move towards urbanisation drive us to come up with connected products and greener products?

“Besides electric machines, of course, JLG already has a host of offerings for this new world. Our ClearSky telematics solution

19 allows customers to communicate in real time between machines, rental cos, service technicians and end-users. Real time communications with your machines at a click of a button through our dashboard.

ClearSky is an easy-to-use fleet management system that provides equipment owners and operators with access to critical engine and equipment operational data. Data such as location, engine hours, usage and fuel levels are conveniently available in real time and accessible from either desktop or mobile devices. Predictive maintenance

Bobcat’s Vijay Nerva joined CMME’s Technology in Construction Machinery summit from its EMEA HQ in Prague to describe “The Future According to Bobcat”.

and proactively maintained fleets result in improved end-user productivity and uptime, while enhancing fleet security, visibility and reduced total cost of ownership for owners with ClearSky.” So what about tomorrow? What about the future of construction machinery? “There are four big questions: Is our organisation ready for the change? Is our corporate strategy aligned with the future of the industry? Is our digital strategy aligned with the corporate strategy? Are our strategies aligned with the voice of our partners?” highlights Bayram.

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BOBCAT EMBRACES DIGITAL UNDER ‘NEXT IS NOW’ INITIATIVE In its first 60 years, Bobcat created the global compact equipment Industry and changed how the world works. And now, with its ‘Next is Now’ campaign, the company is reinventing everything. Vijayshekhar Nerva, Bobcat’s head of Innovation and Digitalisation, tells the TICM audience that his team in the company is working on what’s next for the industry – and “it’s happening right now at Bobcat”.

“Creating the tools of tomorrow, Bobcat is combining significant product diversification and expansion into new markets, complemented by more intelligent, more connected technologies and services that reshape how work gets done.

With Next is Now, Bobcat is empowering people to work more efficiently and to enable them to achieve more than ever before. We are advancing more powerful, more efficient and smarter equipment and technologies in an expansion that offers an enhanced and much wider choice of products to increase opportunities for our customers,” Nerva says.

Bobcat is embracing digital technology to launch innovative products into both new and existing markets. The company is not just aiming to be the global leader in compact construction equipment; the goal is to lead the entire compact equipment industry.

That means a wider product line, more frequent product

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updates and innovative designs and technologies that will force competitors to play catch-up.

“The future is not just more powerful; it is digital and connected. Bobcat is pushing into this space to connect people and machines in new and innovative ways. These technologies are in a concept stage of development or already being prepared to enter the market. This will allow dealers to better serve customers and help operators work more efficiently, more safely and in ways they

never dreamed possible.

Bobcat is working on bridging the gap between the operator and machine by testing and adopting different technologies that people use every day with the goal of making the job site a smarter place,” Nerva says.

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IN THE POWERBAND

GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY COMPANY CUMMINS TELLS CMME HOW IT HAS FIRMLY ESTABLISHED ITSELF IN THE MIDDLE EAST MARKET WITH ITS LOCAL JOINT VENTURE, CUMMINS ARABIA, PROVIDING THE BEST PRODUCTS AND SERVICES WHILE READYING FOR A CLEANER AND TECH-ENABLED FUTURE

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hen it comes to engines and power, few names command attention all over the world in the same way as Cummins does.

Founded in 1919, the US based Global brand is the largest independent diesel engine manufacturer in the world. With over 100 years of experience behind it, the company has come to bestrides the world like a colossus in its fields of operation.

Cummins first set up its presence in the Middle East in 1956 and gradually came to dominate its market segments in the region. Over the years, it has crossed several milestones in the region, establishing a distributorship in the UAE in the year 2000 and opening its regional headquarters in Dubai a decade later. In 2012, the company launched Cummins Qatar LLC, a joint venture with the Qatari Jaidah Group. Two years later it consolidated its regional operations with the launch of its Area Business Organisation (ABO) – Cummins Middle East. Three years later came even more significant milestones – the consolidation of the ABO into Cummins Africa Middle East and the launch of Cummins

Arabia, a joint venture with the Olayan Group of Saudi Arabia to serve the wider GCC, especially the UAE, Kuwait and Saudi markets.

Speaking to CMME about the company, its operations and achievements, Orlando Ferrao, business director, Aftermarket and Engines, and Emad Lotfy, business director, Power Generation at Cummins Arabia, say that the products and services that Cummins offers comprise sectors like power generation, mining, marine, oil & gas, automotive, defence, construction, alternators and engines, along with new technologies, parts and aftermarket support and training.

Describing Cummins Arabia and its operations in more detail, Ferrao says: “Cummins Arabia was launched in May 2017. It is a joint venture between Cummins Inc. and the Olayan Group and serves Saudi Arabia under the Cummins Saudi Arabia Limited name, the UAE under the Cummins Arabia FZCO label with affiliated branches, and Kuwait under Cummins Kuwait. The headquarters of Cummins Arabia is in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia, and we have a large distribution operation in Dubai’s Jebel Ali. Our areas of business include distribution and sales of power generation equipment, projects, diesel and gas engines, parts and components as well as service, repair and support of Cummins equipment.

“The main purpose of establishing Cummins Arabia was to be closer to our customers here

21 A world leader in power generation and engines, Cummins is focussing on the Gulf region with the creation of Cummins Arabia, a joint venture for the region with KSA’s Olayan Group.

“We’ve supplied to or done power projects with most of the largest names in the region in various sectors, such as oil & gas, industrial, telecom, data centres, healthcare and hospitality, tourism and retail, and several other sectors…For prime power, the rental business is the biggest provider in the region, and it is another segment that we do extensive business with”

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in the region and give them a similar support experience as they would enjoy anywhere else in the world. The aim is to provide world-class aftermarket support and quality value-added services to Cummins’ Middle East customers.”

One of the highlights of Cummins Arabia’s operations is the Master Rebuild Center (MRC).

Explaining the concept, Ferrao says: “A large part of our operations is energy solutions - generating electricity from diesel or gas.

And then we have our engines range, which support mining, construction, automotive and so many other fields. When it comes to the Cummins High Horsepower MRC, what we do there is rebuild our high horsepower engines of 19-litres and above to bring them to a good-as-new condition, which means the equivalent of an engine with zero hours of operations. These are engines that have done a lifecycle and now we are returning them back to the condition of a new engine that can do another lifecycle of the hours it did starting from when it was new. So, this is what our MRC facility is able to do.”

Giving an example, he adds that in Saudi Arabia, where Cummins has been present since the 1950s, it has “the capability to rebuild our old engines in the market” and since it’s a Cummins certified rebuild centre, customers get full warranties and all other facilities all to the same extent as new engines.

“We offer engines from 4.5-litre all the way up to 95-litre in capacity. These are designed for various markets and segments; for example, in the oil & gas sector, we supply engines for various applications. And, of course, power generation is one of the biggest areas where

Cummins’ operations in the region includes its Master Rebuild Centre, where it rebuilds old Cummins engines according to strict specifications, returning them to near-original states.

our engines are used,” Ferrao elaborates.

“We supply engines for other core industrial applications - such as for compressors, power packs, hydraulic pumps, etc. In construction, we have engines for machines such as excavators and loaders, large and small, and for models across several global brands. We have a range of engines popular in the offhighway segment, which includes the huge mining trucks. Then we also have a very extensive line-up of engines in the automotive segment, from small 6-litre up to 15-litre for

“At the Cummins High Horsepower MRC, we rebuild our high horsepower engines to bring them to a good-as-new condition”

the big on-road trucks. The marine industry is another major area for Cummins. This is a huge industry in itself and it also supports oil & gas. Our range of engines dedicated to the marine business is for the big boats, tugs and so on, and we work with shipyards around the region, as we do around the world.”

When it comes to construction and mining applications, Cummins offers engines for what it terms “Re-powering”. Ferrao explains that a dedicated team of Cummins engineers works with customers who have excavators, loaders, mining trucks, etc. powered by older engines from other manufacturers but now want to fit new Cummins engines in them.

Cummins works with such customers to meet their needs for engines to “re-power” their equipment, he says.

“We also work closely with the big global equipment manufacturers who use our engines as OEM fitments. For example, we have a very elaborate agreement for this purpose with one of the world’s biggest brands of construction machinery. They have their own capability as well, but we give support whenever and wherever necessary to Komatsu and its customers. We offer our technicians to equipment owners on job-sites to attend to their units on an immediate basis.

Suppose you run a mining operation with dump trucks powered by Cummins engines - our team will be present on-site to attend to your machinery as and when needed. Here we also follow a strict maintenance procedure as per our standards and ensure maximum uptime for the customer with maintenance and operations contracts,” Ferrao says.

This brings us to power generation, perhaps Cummins’ single biggest sector of operation in the Middle East, and Emad Lotfy explains: “As our joint venture (JV) with Olayan, Cummins Arabia benefits from the backing of one of the most reputable organisations in this field in Saudi and indeed the entire region. Olayan has various business units along with power generation, and they also have a huge rental power division which helps to grow our business.

“Especially in the last two years since the establishment of the JV, we see the benefits of the partnership in the growing demand for our products and services in the GCC. The impact has been very positive, and both our customers and competitors realise that we are the benchmark in the region in the particular segments we operate in.”

Describing the power generation side of the business in more detail, Lotfy says: “Cummins’ range of generators is from 17.5kVA all the way up to 4000kVA stand-by. We have classified these into models for residential and commercial applications up to around 175kVA,

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then from 375-1000kVA is the most important range for commercial and industrial. Then you have the mission critical ranges from 1000kVA upwards, mainly for projects and entities such as hospitals, high-rise towers, etc.

This is also a very strong area for Cummins and it’s where we are making up a lot of our high overall market share. We also have special products, such as gas units and products designed for use in data centres, telecom and defence applications. These segments require generators with special specifications and regulations. We are also especially strong in the high horsepower gensets.”

Another big reason for Cummins Arabia’s success is its strong resources and capabilities, with dedicated engineering teams that can take up and execute turnkey projects. Lotfi explains that Cummins’ team consults with customers right at the start to find out their exact requirements. “We will find out the load requirements, operational parameters and other aspects of a project or a customer site, do the calculations and then suggest the most suitable model size of generator or set-up to the customer.

“We can also provide the complete installation as a turnkey solution. So, if the customer gives us the premises for installing the generator or the entire power back-up system as needed, we have the manpower to execute the complete install, testing and handover along with the aftermarket support, which we do with our annual maintenance contracts.”

This brings us to how that maintenance is done – and a large part of it is through telematics and connected technologies.

Orlando Ferrao reveals that Cummins has recently invested in IT-enabled technologies for remote monitoring and diagnostics, using a system whereby its technicians can connect to the products on-site for maintenance tasks.

“There’s cameras in the diagnostic equipment, as well as on technicians’ glasses.

A large and important part of Cummins Arabia’s operations in the region is the extensive support it provides to customers in its main operational areas in Saudi, the UAE and Kuwait.

Whatever they see is relayed to our engineers in the US or in other centres. The engineers talk to him and direct him, diagnosing problems, instructing technicians and generally being virtually onsite to repair and troubleshoot,” Ferrao says.

“Cummins also has a telematics system called Preventech - our remote monitoring system with algorithms and intelligence built in to maximise early diagnosis and improve uptime. The system has sensors that look at all the conditions and working parameters of

a Cummins product to predict failures.”

Lotfi adds: “Our telematics systems for monitoring and preventive maintenance for our generators is a most popular solution in the rental sector. Our generators out in the field can be monitored remotely through mobile phone apps and both the rental company and us receive alarms and alerts pre-emptively, so that we can send a technician out in time to fix it and ensure uptime.”

According to Ferrao, Cummins is “aggressively adopting these technologies throughout our operations and ensuring we have the capabilities of finding solutions for our customers as fast as possible”.

With an eye on the future and green solutions, Cummins has recently acquired an alternative energy provider. “Such acquisitions diversify our offering in the renewable energy field and put us into newer market segments where our presence used to be negligible. We are also working on developing hydrogen fuel cells in combination with our generators. Our focus has been the diesel or gas generator, but we are expanding into harnessing alternative energy sources,” Lotfi points out, while Ferrao adds that the century-old company is transforming itself for the future into a “complete energy solutions provider”.

EYE ON THE FUTURE

CUMMINS DIVES INTO NEW AND ALTERNATIVE POWER SOURCES As Cummins’ fifth and newest business segment, New Power designs and manufactures new and emerging alternative power sources, including fuel cell and hydrogen technologies.

The New Power Business Unit (NPBU) builds Cummins’ reputation as a leading provider of hydrogen fuel cell power in commercial markets for stationary application. Supported by corporate functions, the organisation is made up of three sub-businesses: hydrogen generation, fuel cell applications for stationary and mobility application and for electrified power.

The NPBU’s purpose is to achieve three main objectives: 1) define Cummins’ technology value propositions and participation strategy; 2) participate in markets to learn, validate hypotheses and establish a position; and

3) build capabilities and products to prepare Cummins for when technology is ready to scale.

Fuel cells have come a long way since they were first successfully demonstrated in the early 19th century

by Humphry Davy.

They were first heavily used for outer space missions, including the Apollo 11 flight in 1969, which not only carried the first

man to the moon but also three fuel cell stacks to power all the equipment in the space module.

Each decade since has seen fuel cells advance, as commercialisation in a variety of applications accelerated. The new millennium also saw a resurgence of interest in fuel cell capabilities due to the increased concerns over CO2 emissions of traditional energy production.

Cummins has long been at the forefront of low-carbon technologies with the goal of reducing emissions and has been researching fuel cells for more than 20 years.

In addition to offering Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells and electrolyser technology, Cummins is also working on the next step towards clean, reliable power sources with solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs).

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NEW MINI EXCAVATORS FROM CAT WHY GET IT? THREE NEXT GEN MODELS IN THE 2.7-3.5T CLASS REDUCE OWNERSHIP COST BY 5% AND INCREASE PERFORMANCE BY UP TO 10% Caterpillar has launched new hydraulic mini excavators built on the company’s Next Generation platform that introduce industry-first features for the 2.7-3.5t class machines, such as stick steer, cruise control, operator adjustable settings, and tilt-up canopy or cab as standard equipment.

The new Cat 302.7 CR, 303 CR and 303.5 CR hydraulic mini excavators boost operating efficiency, servicing ease and operator comfort. Expanded use of common parts throughout the Next Gen line plus the sturdy exterior design help reduce parts inventory investment and lower repair costs. Daily maintenance checks are quickly made from ground level through side doors, while the tilt-up cab design offers easy access to components for servicing.

“Increased service intervals mean these excavators spend more time on the job and less time in the workshop.

Combined, these features lower total ownership costs up to 5% compared to previous models,” said Cat. Design enhancements for the new 302.7 CR, 303 CR and 303.5 CR deliver up to 10% more performance in travel and

trenching. Hydraulic system upgrades improve lifting performance and cycle times, while customisable operator settings improve efficiency, Cat added.

The Cat C1.1 Turbo engine powers the 302.7 CR and 303 CR models, while the Cat C1.7 anchors the powertrain for the 303.5 CR. Both engines offer 17.6kW net power. Standard auto idle and auto engine shutdown help to conserve fuel usage at the site for more affordable operation.

According to Cat, these Next Generation hydraulic mini excavators feature a compact radius swing that reduces overhang when working to the side, allowing the machines to optimise performance in confined spaces. Fixed undercarriage widths for the 302.7 CR, 303 CR and 303.5 CR of 1,500, 1550 and 1780mm respectively, deliver job-site accessibility and stability for lifting performance. An expandable undercarriage option for the 302.7 CR allows the operator to hydraulically retract track width to 1355mm for fitting into confined spaces and then expand width to 1780mm for superior digging and lifting stability. Standard digging depths range from 2450-2810mm, while a long stick configuration allows the machines to reach from 2650-3110mm depths.

SPECIFICATIONS

CAT 302.7 CR, 303 CR & 303.5 CR Capacity class: 2.7-3.5t Standard digging depths: 2450-2810mm Engines: Cat C1.1 Turbo & Cat C1.7 Max power: 17.6kW

LINK-BELT EXPANDS TRUCK CRANE RANGE WHY GET IT? NEW 65|HT OFFERS MAXIMUM TIP HEIGHT OF 38.1M WITH FULL POWER BOOM Link-Belt Cranes has unveiled its new 55t lift-capacity truck crane, the 65|HT, which comes with a new four-section 11.2–35m full-power boom that reaches a maximum tip height of 38.1m.

The new model replaces Link Belt’s HTC8660 Series II and boasts an all-new formed boom riding Link-Belt’s Teflon- impregnated wear pads. This takes away the need to grease the boom, reducing the time and cost of upkeep, said the manufacturer.

Link-Belt added that the 65|HT is powered by a Cummins L9 engine that puts out 260hp at 2000rpm. Improved capacities over its predecessor are delivered through three optimised boom extend modes and an increase in maximum counterweight to 8.4t. Operator controls are available in either a dual or single axis configuration and have a fine metering feature for precise operation.

The 65|HT features Link-Belt Pulse, a LinkBelt designed, total crane operating system that utilises an in-cab display as a readout and operator interface with on-board diagnostics including the rated capacity limiter, wind speed, boom length and angle, radius of load, and crane configuration just to name a few.

According to Link-Belt, durable textured and slip-resistant paint on all walking surfaces improves durability and footing. The Vision Package includes cameras for winch-view, right-side swing view, rear-view backup, and right-side turn, giving the operator great job-site visibility during travel, setup and lifting. The optional lighting package includes a high-intensity LED work light mounted on the operator’s cab, two fixed LED lights and a remote-controlled articulating spotlight mounted on the boom base. A fully equipped 65|HT can reduce its transport weight to less than 29.4t with all counterweights removed.

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JEKKO LAUNCHES LITHIUM-POWERED MINI CRANE WHY GET IT? NEW SPX1280 WITH 20KW THREEPHASE ENGINE POWERED BY LITHIUM BATTERY OFFERS SAME PERFORMANCE AS EQUIVALENT DIESEL MODEL Jekko has launched the electric version of its SPX1280 8t model, which is powered by lithium batteries, completing the Italian brand’s range of mini cranes with batterysupplied electric engines. Jekko said that this new mini crane features high performances and low environmental impact and is “the perfect answer to the new requirements” of the lift and handling industry.

With a maximum lifting capacity of 8t and a maximum working height of 26.6m - when the hydraulic jib is installed - the SPX1280 is the “most performing machine within its sector considering its weight, size and stabilisation area”, said Jekko.

The 20kW three-phase engine is powered

by a custom designed 96V lithium battery pack with a capacity of 400Ah. A triple battery charger is installed on board the machine, to charge with mono-phase (230V) or three-phase (400V) current. The machine can be operated while the battery is under charge. All battery parameters and errors can be easily visualised on the display of radio remote control.

“The SPX1280 stands out for many innovative technical solutions which made this model one of the most appreciated machines in a short time. The mini crane can count on a sophisticated and cutting-edge stabilisation system,” the manufacturer added.

Within the stabilisation system, the outriggers, directly operated with the radio remote control, feature hydraulic rotation between 0° and 45° and telescopic hydraulic extension, for various operational configurations. Depending

on the opening angle and the extension of the stabilisers, the software can define in real time the maximum safe working load in a specific point, with seven load charts for each crane configuration.

Thanks to the new digital electrohydraulic Danfoss distributor, the machine autonomously regulates oil pressure and flow rate according to movement, load and movement’s speed. Movements are move smooth and precise, giving the operator a greater feeling of control, making it possible to work simultaneously with three functions.

SPECIFICATIONS

JEKKO SPX1280 Lift capacity: 8t Maximum working height: 26.6m Engine: 20kW, three phase Battery: 400Ah Lithium

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NEW RELEASES AUGUS T-SEP TEMBER 2021

NEW KLEEMANN MOBILE CONE CRUSHER WHY GET IT? NEW MOBICONE MCO 90(I) EVO2 SUPPORTS 270T/H FOR 2ND AND 3RD STAGE CRUSHING FOR HARD AND MEDIUM-HARD STONE Kleemann has introduced its new mobile cone crusher, the MOBICONE MCO 90(i) EVO2, which is designed for high economy, intelligent control engineering and quality crushing, and can be used as a supplement to the company’s jaw crushing plant, the MOBICAT MC 110(i) EVO2.

The MCO 90(i) offers users from quarrying and contracting companies a quality advantage in daily work with mediumhard to hard stone – mainly in the 2nd or 3rd crushing stage. With a maximum feed capacity of up to 270t/h, the new MCO 90(i) offers more operational reliability and high plant availability, says the manufacturer.

Simple transportability with frequently changing job-sites and the wide application range are also features of the MCO 90(i).

According to Kleemann, thanks to the improved diesel-direct drive concept, the MOBICONE MCO 90(i) EVO2 achieves “very good consumption values and thus works very efficiently”. The conveyor belts are driven electrically while the CFS - Continuous Feed System - uses a probe to monitor the crusher level and thus regulates the material supply such that an optimum volume is always loaded. This guarantees optimal crusher feed and high material quality.

For its brand-new crushing plants in the EVO2 generation, Kleemann has developed an intelligent control concept that considerably simplifies operation. With its crushing tools, the MCO 90(i) covers a wide gap range of 6-45mm, allowing it to be used flexibly.

MANITOWOC INTROS POTAIN IGO T 99 SELFERECTING TOWER CRANE WHY GET IT? IMPROVED REACH AND CAPACITY FROM A COMPACT FOOTPRINT AND DIMENSIONS FOR EASE OF TRANSPORT AND AN INNOVATIVE UNFOLDING PROCEDURE FOR SET-UP IN TIGHT QUARTERS Manitowoc has introduced the new Potain Igo T 99 self-erecting tower crane, which provides improved capacity and reach when compared to previous Igo models but from the same compact footprint.

The Igo T 99 features a 6t maximum capacity and maximum reach of 48m.

With the jib extended to 45m, it can lift 1.5t at the tip. And when it’s configured with 48m of jib, it can lift 1.2t. According to Potain, the new crane also features a long vertical reach, with its height-under-hook reaching 38.5m at horizontal and reaching 56.5 m when the jib is raised to 30°.

For maximum versatility on the job-site, the Igo T 99 can work with six different jib lengths: 31.7m, 32m (in a folded jib position), 33.8m, 40m, 45m and 48m. Three additional mast sections can be added to the crane, providing seven working heights that range from 20.5-38.5m.

According to Manitowoc, the “impressive capacity and reach from this compact crane will enable customers to bid for and complete more jobs”, as its travel and on-site dimensions make the crane easy to transport and ideal for jobsites with tight working conditions.

Transport to the job-site is made easy by the Igo T 99’s compact dimensions. It has a total transport length of 15.65m and height of only 4m when fitted with 80kmh axles.

It is compatible with all current Potain Igo and Igo T transport axles which adds versatility for customers with more than one Igo in their fleet, said Manitowoc.

The manufacturer added that the Igo T 99 features the compact footprint and ability to work on constricted jobsites that previous generations of Igo cranes are known for. Its footprint measures 4.5m by 4.5m when erected, and a new unfolding mechanism enables the crane to be erected in narrow spaces close to buildings. This mechanism requires less ground area because the crane deploys from the top after the base is already erected. Levelling the Igo T 99 is done simply by adjusting a support screw, and the crane can be powered from both 480v 60hz and 400v 50hz power sources.

SPECIFICATIONS

POTAIN IGO T 99 Max lift capacity: 6t Max reach: 48m Lift capacity at max reach: 1.2t Working height range: 20.5-38.5m

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TOP TEN AUGUS T-SEP TEMBER 2021

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ROUTINE MAINTENANCE PLAN Chalk out a plan for the maintenance of your wheeled loaders with a periodicity that is a fixed interval of either time or hours worked or even distance travelled.

Stick to the interval and log all work that is done on the unit each time, so you know the time elapsed since a part was fitted and when to replace it. If you perform most of the maintenance yourself, seek the recommendations of the manufacturer’s maintenance manual for intervals and checklists.

USE TRAINED PERSONNEL There is no routine maintenance plan that will be effective if fleet managers, service technicians and operators aren’t educated on current maintenance methods and procedures. Operators, especially, need to be able to use the machine in such a way that they get the maximum work out of it while causing the minimum wear and tear. Ideally, you’ll also want to obtain maintenance training and assistance from your equipment dealer on proper techniques.

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VISUAL CHECKS OF CUTTING EDGES Regardless of the application, loading and unloading material all day can create excessive wear on a wheeled loader’s ground-engaging tools. To ensure these high-impact tools stay in peak operating condition, perform daily visual inspections of buckets, looking for loose, cracked or missing teeth, and repairing problems or replacing compromised components as soon as possible.

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MAINTAIN TYRES PROPERLY Undetected leaks or improper tyre inflation can lead to premature wear, unexpected downtime and potentially tyre failure over time. Familiarise yourself with the recommendations for proper psi in your loader’s manual and inflate tyres accordingly. In addition to maintaining the correct pressure, routine maintenance and inspection of tyres also requires a thorough visual inspection to detect chunks of tread that may be missing and to ensure that the bead line and the rim are intact.

MAINTAIN DRIVING AND PARKING BRAKES Well-maintained and properly working brakes are among the most critical routine maintenance procedures required on a wheeled loader. Many applications will contain congested job-sites, often with grades, and multiple pieces of equipment and vehicles. In addition to normal loading procedures, there can be a lot of quick stops.

For these reasons, operators must be able to halt their equipment and also hold it with the machine’s parking brake whenever necessary.

CLEAN DRIVELINES Having a wheeled loader working in wet conditions such as those found in construction, agricultural and concrete plant environments can create a material build-up along the driveline that may mask a potential problem in need of repair. Keeping that area of wheeled loaders clean will allow for a better inspection to identify leaks at the seals and the axles and prevent unwanted downtime.

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MAINTAIN THE COOLING SYSTEM Even more applicable for the extreme summers and job-site conditions of the Middle East, some sites generate enough dust to become a factor for wheeled loader cooling systems. Many models use variable-speed reversible fans to help clean the cooling system.

Also use an engine pre-cleaner to protect the engine cooling system.

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PROPER STORAGE There will be times when your wheeled loader will not be in use, either due to lack of projects or for seasonal reasons. Proper storage is part of proper maintenance, as many a piece of equipment suffers damage due to improper storage that is costly to repair when it needs to be used again, Make sure your unit is properly cleaned and covered and stored away from heat, dust and direct sunlight, and that all corrosive fluids have been emptied so that it can hibernate inertly.

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HARD HITTERS TELESCOPIC CRAWLERS AUGUS T 2019 AUGUS T-SEP TEMBER 2021

CRAWL AND REACH

TWO NEW TELESCOPIC CRAWLER CRANES FROM LIEBHERR AND GROVE BUILD ON THE MACHINE’S ABILITY TO WORK IN TOUGH AND CONFINED SPACES AND CARRY LOADS AROUND JOB-SITES

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t’s not the most common combination, but it has its uses. The telescopic crawler crane may look an odd combination of an all-terrain or rough terrain crane and a crawler crane sawed in half and then stuck together, the legs from the latter and the upper body from the former, but when it comes to a job-site where boom reach and manoeuvrability are required on the most difficult ground conditions where the mobile cranes fear to tread, it’s the telescoping crawler crane that rushes in.

And while there may not be as many telescopic crawler crane models on the market as there are other varieties of cranes, two new models by two stalwart manufacturers have indeed rushed in.

These are Liebherr’s LTR 1040 and Manitowoc‘s Grove GHC 110. Both brands are among the best known in the world for cranes, especially mobile crane models, and their new telescopic crawlers are now taking that legacy forward.

For the LTR 1040, Liebherr followed the wishes of its customers in making a lighter version of its LTR 1060 model. The new model is in the 40t capacity-

class to the existing one’s 60t, with a significantly reduced ballast the main difference. The LTR 1040 has a 40m-long telescopic boom, which Liebherr says is 30% longer than the standard in its class.

High lifting capacities are particularly important for assembling prefabricated components, one of the main areas of work for telescopic crawler cranes.

The LTR 1040 will hoist up to 8.6t with a radius of 10m throughout its entire 360° operating range. When it is fully raised, the lifting capacity of the 30.7m metre extended telescope is 18.8t and when fully extended, the 40m boom can hoist 10t. Using a 16m double

33 folding jib, the LTR 1040 can achieve a maximum hoist height of 55m and can hoist a weight of 3.1t in this configuration. Liebherr says all of these are class-leading figures for the 40t segment.

The LTR 1040 has a low transport weight of 43.5t, including 5.6t of ballast. The axle loads for transport are less than 10t for a three-axle tractor unit and a 4-axle semi low loader. The crawler travel gear is retracted to a width of 3m for transport. The low crane height of just 3.15m ensures that economical standard semi low loaders can be used.

Being able to travel with a full load on the hook is a major benefit of crawler cranes. To exploit this feature to the full, Liebherr provides lifting capacity tables for various ground inclines. The fine gradation of up to 0.3, 0.7, 1.5, 2.5 and 4 degrees ensures perfect lifting capacities even on uneven terrain.

On constricted sites, the LTR 1040 can also operate with its crawler tracks retracted to a width of 3m.

Cab access is safe and convenient with the operator accessing his workplace in any slewing platform setting using folding ladders, a fixed platform on the crawler track and an extra-wide step on the cab.

There is no need to climb over the crawler tracks and chains – a big improvement in safety standards.

Meanwhile, Manitowoc has launched the new Grove GHC110, which boast an impressive 110t capacity.

According to JJ Grace, Manitowoc’s product manager for GHC cranes, “it’s a perfect fit for contractors who need stout load charts and high manoeuvrability”.

The crane is designed for a range of tasks, including alternative energy applications, road and bridge construction, and utility and barge work. The GHC110’s versatility is enhanced with the optional personnel basket attachment with radio remote control.

Its five-section main boom extends from 12.346.7m, producing an impressive maximum tip height of 50m, or 64.6m when a standard 15m bifold offsettable swingaway boom extension is added. The main boom sections are quickly and efficiently moved into the required positions using two horizontally mounted pins and a single telescopic cylinder.

The GHC110 offers 100% pick-and-carry capability across its standard 0.6°, 1.5° and 4° load charts, providing best-in-class lifting performance and superb flexibility on the job. Although the actual allowable grade for travel with no load is 36%, the Grove’s superior gradeability makes travel possible at a theoretical 57%.

The GHC110 is powered by a Cummins QSB6.7 engine rated at 249hp. A single variable displacement load sensing piston pump distributes power for all main functions, with a maximum operating pressure of 4,786 psi. A three-section gear pump drives the water and oil coolers and pilot control. This wide stance also

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produces enhanced stability, with the hydraulically extendable and retractable cross members offering a choice of three potential track spans (gauges) in either symmetrical or asymmetrical track positions.

“Keeping one track tucked in and the other fully extended ensures the crane can maximise stability and maintain optimum lifting performance when working in confined or congested spaces,” Grace says.

“With the new innovative undercarriage, there’s no need to pin the tracks or set it up on outriggers — you can just quickly transport loads or move from one static pick to the next. The self-assembly process is quick and easy, too. Depending on loading preference, the GHC110 can be transported to the job-site in four or five loads, and then you can use a handheld wireless remote to control much of the assembly.”

Operators benefit from reduced engine noise through the addition of extra sound insulation to the engine bay. An in-cab camera enables easy monitoring of movement of the main and auxiliary hoists. These hoists are situated side by side at the rear, reducing tailswing and providing a maximum line pull of 8.8t. Three additional exterior cameras provide increased visibility of areas where the operator’s view would otherwise be restricted. Up to 20° of cab tilt improves operator comfort and vision for long boom and extension work.

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ATTACHMENTS AUGUS T-SEP TEMBER 2021

DOING THE TRICK THE FULL POTENTIAL OF ANY PIECE OF MACHINERY CAN ONLY BE EXPLOITED WITH THE RIGHT ATTACHMENTS THAT ENABLE SPECIFIC AND DISPARATE JOBS. CMME PRESENTS FOUR BRANDS AND THEIR RANGES OF TOOLS TO MAKE A VARIETY OF TASKS POSSIBLE A CLEAN SWEEP

BOBCAT SWEEPER ATTACHMENTS RANGE Bobcat’s new range of five sweepers form part of its portfolio of road maintenance attachments, claimed by the company as the most comprehensive on the market.

The new sweepers are designed for versatility and are approved for use with many different Bobcat tool carriers, including skidsteer and compact track loaders, compact wheeled loaders, small articulated loaders and rigid frame telehandlers. And not just in road applications, the new Bobcat sweepers cover a wide range of jobs from cleaning, recycling, construction and demolition to agriculture, says the manufacturer.

Daniele Paciotti, Bobcat product line manager for attachments, says: “All asphalt surfaces need to be maintained

and repaired regularly to extend their lifetimes. At Bobcat, we continue to invest in expanding our range of road maintenance attachments as we see growing demand. We now offer the widest portfolio of compact solutions for road repair on the market, providing planers, sweepers and wheel saws to our recently added light compaction line-up.”

The five sweeper models in the new Bobcat range provide sweeping widths from 110-215cm, with bucket capacities from 0.22-0.44m3 for collection of debris. All model sizes are now available with unified platform features.

The new sweepers feature tougher, longer-life heavyduty bristles, and in response to customer feedback, Bobcat says it has developed a new optional integrated water tank unit, installed on top of the

sweeper itself, with a cleverly designed, optimally frontpositioned sprinkler system.

Bobcat sweepers can sweep and collect dirt or other debris in both forward and reverse directions. They can clean parking lots, pavements, docks and warehouses, as well as industrial and recycling facilities, construction and demolition sites.

Durable and easy-to-use, the redesigned Bobcat sweeper attachments employ its plugand-play system, which enables the operator to install and change attachments in less than a minute. The key to this is Bobcat’s ACD – Attachment Control Device – feature with seven-pin connector, which recognises the attachment connected and allows the operator to utilise all of the features of the attachment from within the cab right away.

35 Bobcat’s new range of sweeper attachments comprises five models with sweeping widths from 110-215cm, with bucket capacities from 0.22-0.44m3 for debris collection.

“We now offer the widest portfolio of compact solutions for road repair on the market, providing a choice of products from planers, sweepers and wheel saws to our recently added light compaction line-up”

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ATTACHMENTS AUGUS T-SEP TEMBER 2021

SMASHING BLOWS

CAT PULVERIZERS Caterpillar’s new generation of Primary and Secondary Pulverisers deliver up to 52% faster cycle times, producing more tons-per-litre of fuel burned. The new Cat Pulveriser line includes three new rotatable primary models – P318, P324 and P332 – which feature 360-degree rotation, and three new fixed secondary models – P218, P224 and P232.

Both series are designed to fit excavators in the 18-50t range.

The new pulveriser design is built around the same reliable SpeedBooster technology found in Cat Multi-Processors.

This feature quickly closes the jaw when there is no load. When the jaw comes into contact with material, the SpeedBooster hydraulic valve automatically switches to maximum power mode, quickly shattering concrete.

MAKING THE BREAK

SOOSAN SQ MEDIUM AND LARGE BREAKERS Korean brand Soosan is an established global name in the business of breakers, hammers, crawler drills and compactor attachments. Soosan offers a full range of hydraulic breakers, crawler rock drills and boommounted plate compactors.

Soosan’s hydraulic breakers have notched up sales of over 100,000 units in a small span of time owing to features such as the best-in-class power even when used with smaller machines. The design of Soosan’s breakers has 80% fewer parts than competing brands, minimising defect rates by mounting built-in valves for supporting the strong power of the units.

Other features include Hardox steel reinforcement, urethane cushion, auto lubrication, heavy-duty tool stop, seals that withstand high pressures and

temperatures and such others.

Soosan offers its SQ series of breakers in four ranges – the mini (for 0.8-12t carriers), small (for 7-21t carriers), medium (for 18-35t carriers) and heavy (for 30-90t carriers). The models have features such as anti-blank firing and easy start function for protection of pistons, cylinder and tools and lowering of operating costs and maintenance expenses; variable blow frequency and impact power to maximise production efficiencies; swivel hose adapters to reduce hose twisting and increase hose durability; and anti-dust protection to safeguard internal components from airborne particles.

In the Middle East, where 20t excavators are popular, Soosan’s SQ80 hydraulic breaker, suitable for 18-26t carriers, is of special interest.

The new Cat Primary Pulverisers offer up to 52% faster cycle times and 21% higher force than the previous models. Bidirectional 360-degree rotation for the P300 series models positions the jaw to grab material from any angle for producing material properly sized for further processing. Integral rebar knives quickly shear through pipes, rebar and other embedded materials to improve demolition efficiency.

Cat Secondary Pulverisers deliver up to 44% faster cycle times and up to 20% better force in concrete demolition, resulting in up to 15% greater performance in secondary material processing. Wide jaw openings allow operators to grab more material from any angle, increasing processing speed and improving overall material throughput.

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WEIR ESCO DREDGER The Suez Canal was in the news recently when this vital passage for global trade and commerce got blocked by the container ship ‘Ever Given’.

While the the efforts to free the ship made global headlines, what went relatively unnoticed was the machinery used.

A team of tugboats and dredgers pulled, pushed and dug the ship out of where it had run aground in the canal in high winds. Weir ESCO cutterheads outfitted the dredger used to free the ship.

As a trusted supplier, Weir ESCO has provided this vital trade route with sophisticated machinery and technology for the past two decades.

Weir EXCO is a global giant in heavy-duty tools and attachments in a variety of

segments – such as mining, quarrying and construction.

ESCO provides wear solutions for mining, infrastructure development and other challenging applications and its products include Ground Engaging Tools (GET), highlyengineered lip and tooth systems for hydraulic machines, buckets, truck bodies, underground mining drums, crusher parts, scrap recycling hammers and dragline rigging.

For construction its offerings include blade and end bits, excavator buckets, hydraulic couplers, lip shrouds and lip systems, crusher wear parts, rippers, scrapers, thumbs, tooth systems and wheel loader buckets. For mining it also has shovel dippers, dragline buckets and chains and haul truck bodies.

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HARD HITTERSAUGUS COMPACTOR AUGUS T-SEP T 2019 TEMBER 2021

NEW CAT FOR SOIL WORK

CAT’S NEW 815 SOIL COMPACTOR USES ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY AND A NEW DESIGN TO INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY AND LOWER MAINTENANCE COSTS FOR THE PRIMARY STEP OF READ BUILDING

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chieving a solid, firm, stable and smooth soil base is an essential first step of road building and soil compactors are the horses for courses in this endeavour.

These specialist machines flatten out the undulations in the soil and on the ground, preparing the surface for the motor graders to come and fine tune them for application of the layers of material, topped of by the asphalt, that go into making a smooth road.

A soil compactor needs to be efficient and productive, covering large areas quickly, and this is what Caterpillar’s new Cat 815 soil compactor is good at. The new Cat machine features technology upgrades to help increase productivity and efficiency, so that more ground is compacted in less time and large earthworks projects are completed quickly.

Cat says that on the new 815, reworked machine designs and revised service groupings combine to cut maintenance costs up to 9%. With all components relocated from the cab roof to lower overall transport

height, the redesigned operator’s cab upgrades the steering and climate controls to elevate comfort.

According to the manufacturer, the Cat 815 is built for high-speed, high quality soil compaction with its four 991mm-wide steel drums. Drum design boasts a chevron pattern to the tamping tips, delivering high ground pressure and compaction, excellent traction and smooth ride. A symmetrical tip pattern offers equal compaction effort in both forward and reverse, and the special tamper design reduces material fluffing. Adjustable cleaner bars eliminate material carryover regardless of rolling direction to maximise compaction efficiency.

Cat also offers its Cat Compact GPS mapping from the factory with the new 815 soil compactor.

The system provides visibility to compacted areas as well as cut and fill data, enabling users to meet compaction targets quickly, uniformly and in fewer passes with these new technologies on the 815.

This further enables savings on fuel and on the costs associated with rework.

Operators are kept informed of compaction progress with Cat Compaction Control with Machine Drive Power (MDP). This energy-based

measurement system correlates compaction with rolling resistance to indicate soil stiffness, improving compaction efficiency. Real-time machine performance and operating data captured by the Vital Information Management System (VIMS) are conveniently monitored on the large, in-cab 3G touchscreen display. Accessed online via the VisionLink interface, Cat Link technology captures operating data such as machine location, hours, fuel consumption, idle time, events and diagnostic codes to improve fleet management efficiency.

According to Cat: “The compactor’s redesigned cab delivers greater comfort and easier control for higher operator productivity. Upgrades to the single Cat STIC system allow for shorter, faster cycles to reduce operator fatigue and increase efficiency. The STIC system combines steering, gear selection and other functions into a single lever. Only small sideto-side inputs are required to steer the new 815, and gear changes are effortlessly fingertip controlled.

“The cab sits on isolation mounts and features a new Premium Plus seat with leather finish, forced air heating and cooling, two-way thigh adjustment, power lumbar and back bolster adjustment

39 and dynamic end dampening for total comfort throughout the workday. A flip-up armrest affords easier ingress/egress to the cab.

“Pressurised to keep debris out, the cab features an automatic climate control system that maintains the operator’s preferred temperature settings. Its sealed design lowers interior sound levels to improve operator comfort. The standard rear-view camera is conveniently visible on the in-cab display to improve operator visibility when compacting in reverse.”

When it comes to cleaning and maintenance, the new Cat 815 soil compactor features improved airflow technology to reduce requirements and frequency for maintenance. Cat says that a new radial air filter delivers three times the life of its previous design, and operators are alerted to airflow blockages by an electronic air inlet restriction indicator.

“The compactor’s electronics bay is located inside the updated cab to improve servicing ease in a climate-controlled environment. Sight gauges for

the coolant, transmission oil and hydraulic system provide quick inspection with reduced contamination risk. Grouped hydraulic oil, fuel cooler and condenser service points, along with centralised grease points, help to further minimise maintenance time. Access to the emergency shutdown, battery disconnect and jump start are quickly and conveniently accessed from ground level,” says a description of the new model from the manufacturer.

“Heavy-duty main structures are built to be rebuilt, offering multiple life cycles to lower total cost of ownership for the new 815. Heat-treated and directhardened, the adjustable cleaner bar tips deliver increased wear life with lower operating costs. The durable tamping tips are durable and replaceable.”

The new Cat 815 soil compactor is powered by the Cat C7.1 engine, which the company says is “fieldproven” and designed for “maximum fuel economy, reliable performance and increased power density”.

Among the engine packages available is a Tier 3/

“The compactor’s redesigned cab delivers greater comfort and easier control for higher operator productivity. Upgrades to the single Cat STIC system allow for shorter, faster cycles to reduce operator fatigue and increase efficiency”

Stage IIIA equivalent option that is suitable for less regulated markets such as the Middle East. Automatic engine and electric system shutdown controls reduce unnecessary idling to lower fuel consumption.

Cat adds that the new 815 soil compactor’s Advanced Productivity Electronic Control System (APECS) transmission control delivers “improved shifting performance, achieves greater momentum on grades and saves on fuel by carrying that momentum through shift points”.

SPECIFICATIONS

CAT 815 SOIL COMPACTOR Engine: Cat C7.1 Net power: 249hp Weight: 22.3t Max speed forward: 18.2 kph Max speed reverse: 18.4 kph

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