Diggers and Dozers Issue #2 by Diggers and Dozers

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And they said it wouldn't last! There is already too many plant and equipment magazines, they said; the plant world is not ready for a video-based magazine, they warned; the last thing the construction world needs is another collection of diggers, they advised; Diggers and Dozers is a daft name for a magazine, they wailed. Well, turns out they were wrong on every count (except, possibly, the last one which is purely subjective anyway). Our first issue – a suck it and see, toe in the water launch if ever there was one – went global. Within 48 hours of launch, it had been served up – like some rare, exotic fruit - to more than 100,000 construction and plant enthusiasts via various social media means. The magazine was read and re-read, shared and bookmarked more times than the words “politician” and “corruption” have been used in the same sentence; the video

content continues to rack up views; and the major manufacturers that didn’t appear in our launch issue have been all over us like a nasty rash to secure their place in our second edition. And so, our toe in the water has become a full foot and we are happy to present to you our second bumper edition which is packed to the very gunnels with hot new equipment and some not-so-new-but still unique kit for your delectation and perusal. Most notably, we have EXTENSIVE coverage of ALL the new Caterpillar equipment coming down the pipeline this month, with video footage to match. We remain unique in not only telling you about the equipment but – with one click – allowing you to see it in action too. While many (most) of you figured out our unique publishing format, we would like to take this opportunity to point out a few key features that you can use to enhance your reading/viewing enjoyment: Any time you see a link icon (like two links of a chain) when you hover over a page of the magazine, this indicates that there is more to see, usually in the form of an exclusive video. When you see any of Facebook, Twitter or YouTube logos, you can click these to visit our social media profiles where you can follow us for even more regular updates and subscribe to see our exclusive video content before anyone else. Using our Issuu publishing platform (which, incidentally, looks STUNNING on an iPad), you can also share articles, photos and videos with your friends and colleagues. Just hit the Plus symbol at the top right of a page. We really hope you enjoy our second edition of Diggers and Dozers. We hope you share it with your friends, colleagues and family. And we hope that you will be back with us for Issue 3.

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We took a visit to the terex factory in coventry to find out what had been happening. the rest of the world are wonderig who is wearing what badge, but we just wanted to look at the latest new dumpers

The start of our extensive coverage of the annual caterpillar product launch. you can read watch and share some of the latest models to be shown off at the malaga proving ground

Hyundai took us down to the woods to see what we could find. with a higher cab, large wide tracks and an environment bear grylls would struggle with, we found a beast of a machine.

A Takeuchi in every weight class Excavating excellence from 1 - 15 tonne

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The sliepner system is designed to stop tracks wearing out too quickly, which in itself is pretty pioneering, but it just looks amazing too, find out how they do it.

AN antidote to all that yellow, we found the striking blue kobelco 350 operating in the bright red mud of exeter. we also found a man who was unlikely to ver hand his machine back.

news and updates from around the industry, designed to keep you on the button when it comes to your industry, not behind the curve.

CATERPILLAR PRODUCT LAUNCH 2015

Herding Cats Diggers and Dozers is fresh back from the famous Caterpillar proving ground in Malaga. And unlike most Brits returning from Spain, we came back not with straw donkeys and sunstroke but with details and cinema-quality footage of some of the hottest new kit to swell the Cat product range. There was a time when OEMs had lots of cash to slosh about the place; when the financial and environmental cost of flying journalists around the world was considered the norm; when those same journalists happily travelled the globe on those manufacturers’ marketing dime. But we live in more austere times. Those same manufacturers are loath to host costly press events every other month; and those journalists can (generally) no longer justify a week out of the office to report on a new “widget”. Today, the major manufacturers tend to condense their machine launches into one or two big annual events. And so, with Intermat creeping ever closer like early-onset Alzheimers, the mighty Caterpillar invited a handpicked gaggle of trade journalists – the collective noun for which is (or should be) “a hack of press” – for a sneak preview of all the new kit that will swell the world’s most comprehensive construction equipment product line over the coming months.

Of course, while Caterpillar’s approach to press relations has altered to reflect this austere and carbon footprint conscious age, the approach of the trade press has remained largely unchanged. As a result, those magazines that are bound by the conventions of print and the cost of paper and postage will likely cherry-pick which machines they tell you about and play lip service to or ignore entirely those that they consider “unworthy”. Here at Diggers and Dozers, we have no truck (if you’ll pardon the pun) with such logistical shackles. Instead, we have covered ALL the machines that Caterpillar introduced; we have covered all of them in depth; and we have covered pretty much all of them in cinema-quality 4K video too. As Bob Dylan famously once sang: “The times, they are a’changing.”

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Cat Compacts Change

The new Cat M-Series compact wheel loaders 906M, 907M and 908M feature the exclusive Caterpillar Optimised Z-bar loader linkage, which combines aggressive digging power with parallel lift. Diggers and Dozers reports.

These models use a 75-gross horsepower engine with an electronically controlled hydrostatic drive system that meets US EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage IIIB emission standards. Electro-Hydraulic controls allow for engineering enhancements for the drive system, implement controls, auxiliary hydraulic system and loader linkage. A range of work tools and couplers are available, ensuring optimum versatility and productivity. Valuable options including a high-speed configuration, ride control system and high-flow hydraulics make the M Series Compact Wheel Loaders even more productive in landscaping, agricultural, industrial, snow removal and general construction applications. The M Series features the Cat C3.3B engine, transversely mounted with excellent service access for routine maintenance items. Single-plane coolers use an efficient hydraulically driven fan or an optional Cat Demand Fan that operates at maximum speed only when required. An ECO mode regulates the engineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s high idle while maintaining full rimpull and breakout

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CATERPILLAR CATERPILLARPRODUCT PRODUCTLAUNCH LAUNCH2015 2015 force capability - saving fuel and lowering sound levels for the most common tasks where maximum productivity is not required. Exhaust aftertreatment utilises a diesel particulate filter to achieve emissions standards. The Cat Hystat system can achieve up to a 35 km/ hour top speed for these models with the optional stop-to-shift transmission that allows the operator to choose between max rimpull and max travel speed via a convenient switch on the RH console and automatically regulates speed during downhill travel. The Deluxe cab features two side-entry doors, low-effort electro-hydraulic joystick, suspended pedals, tilt steering wheel, air-suspended and heated seat and optional security keypad. The multifunction loader-control joystick also incorporates transmission and differential-lock controls plus proportional control of auxiliary circuits. The updated display is not only larger and thus easier to read, but also provides more information to the operator such as engine speed. These machines are available with two coupler options, a Skid Steer Loader style coupler, compatible with most skid steer loader work tools, as well as the Cat coupler, designed to work with a full range of Cat buckets, optimised pallet forks and certain competitive attachments. The versatility and operator convenience designed into the M Series are further enhanced with new options, the Road Feature and Load Feature Packages, which include a new electronic, soft-touch keypad for convenient control of most functions. The Road Feature Package includes a Ride-Control system that cushions boom cylinders when the

machine is traveling with a load in rough terrain, smoothing the ride and retaining material. Also, a variable-speed Creeper Control allows ground speed adjustment independently of engine speed for precise control of continuous-operation work tools, such as snow blowers and brooms. An Electronic Throttle Lock automatically maintains (or resumes) a set engine speed to allow work tools to function at a high RPM for maximum hydraulic power. Thus, the Creeper Control and Electronic Throttle work together for optimal work tool performance and ease of operation. Also included are an Implement-Modulation System for adjusting hydraulic response to one of three levels and a Hystat Aggressiveness Control that provides three levels of machine acceleration and directional-change response. These features permit operators to program the machine to their preferences or to job-site conditions. The Load Feature Package includes the Electronic Throttle Lock, Implement-Modulation System and Hystat Aggressiveness Control, while also incorporating additional features to assist operators during the loading cycle: Rimpull Control and Return to Dig Rimpull Control increases productivity and lowers operating costs by reducing tire slip in poor underfoot conditions, yielding more efficient bucket loading and reduced tire wear. The operator can select among four settings to adjust power at the wheels to working conditions: 60, 80, 90 or 100 percent of the Hystat systemâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pushing force. Also, the M Series brake pedal functions as an inching pedal during the first half of its stroke, decelerating the machine hydrostatically.

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Dial M For LOADERS Caterpillar has taken the wraps off a new and improved range of small wheel loaders. Diggers and Dozers reports. The new Cat M-Series small wheel loaders - 926M, 930M and 938M â&#x20AC;&#x201C; are designed to build on the success of K-Series models - 924K, 930K and 938K. The enhanced models feature engineering refinements including new engines that meet Stage IV emission standards and new options and features that further enhance value, operator comfort, and safety. Innovative features introduced with the K-Series carry over to the new M-Series family. With the M-Series introduction, the nomenclature for the smallest model in the family changes from 924 to 926, reflecting the increased capabilities of the new model, compared with those of the 924H and 924Hz. All three new models have increased engine power and higher tip loads for improved performance. A new Cat C7.1 ACERT engine powers the three new M-Series wheel loaders and has a clean emissions module designed to require no operator intervention and causing no disruption of work cycles. The module uses a fit-for-life diesel particulate filter (DPF) and a selective catalytic reduction system, which requires only the addition of diesel exhaust fluid. Regeneration of the DPF occurs passively at a low temperature. The step-less, four-range, electronically controlled, intelligent hydrostatic drive system has been further enhanced to include operator selected power-train modes including a conventional Hystat mode with 15

CATERPILLAR PRODUCT LAUNCH 2015 aggressive engine braking, refined Torque Converter mode allowing the machine to free wheel down hills and around grades, and an Ice mode setting tuned to maximize control in slippery underfoot conditions. Testing shows that the Torque Converter mode can save up to 5 percent additional fuel in load-and-carry applications and is the factory default setting. M-Series models are efficiently powerful and offer hybrid-type fuel savings by using new power modes, selected via the soft touch button panel: Standard mode offers the same power as K-Series models in ranges 1, 2 and 3 and features a PowerBy-Range logic that boosts the available power in range 4 for improved roading speed on uphill grades. In this mode, the engine runs at a lower maximum speed (1,600 rpm versus 1,800-rpm high idle) with no compromise in peak ground speed. The 200rpm reduction in engine speed is a key enabler to additional fuel savings, compared with K-Series models. Testing shows up to 5 percent fuel savings in composite-work cycles and up to 10 percent fuel savings in specific applications, such as roading,

long load-and-carry applications, and snow clearing. The lower maximum engine speed also significantly reduces in-cab sound levels. Performance mode boosts engine speed to 1,800 rpm to achieve maximum engine power in all speed ranges. More power is available for multi-function work, and the resulting increases in hydraulic speed and power allow higher production. The Caterpillar enterprise telematics solution enables customers, dealers, and enterprise users to determine the location, operation, and condition of connected Cat products. Product Link helps lower owning and operating costs, and the system offers daily operations support and information for business decisions. Through the solutionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s detailed asset management, customers can see fuel status, work time versus idle time, and upcoming service needs. Included is a three-year subscription to the web-based VisionLinkÂŽ interface, via cellular or satellite connection, for generating summary reports that assist in effective fleet management. The Caterpillar patented, Generation II Optimized

CATERPILLAR PRODUCT LAUNCH 2015 Z-bar loader linkage on the M-Series models delivers the performance and breakout forces of a traditional Z-bar linkage with the parallelism and load- handling capability of a tool carrier. The Generation II lift-arm design, launched with late-model K-Series machines, enhances overall forward visibility, and the redesigned torque tube on standard lift linkages maximizes visibility when the linkage is above the level-arm position. Higher tipping load ratings for the M-Series small wheel loader models, versus the K-Series, also allow the new models to comfortably handle heavier payloads. Electro-hydraulic controls, combined with independent, dedicated, load-sensing variabledisplacement pumps for the implement and the steering circuits carry over from the K-Series. The M-Series hydraulic system enhances multifunction performance and allows features such as fine-mode control for fork and materialhandling work, push-button programming of lift, tilt, and lower kick-outs, and electronic dampening at cylinder-end stroke and kick out positions. Controls also allow a new feature, Perfect Parallelism, which uses input from rotary sensors in the linkage to provide level lift with Âą 2-degree accuracy for improved site lines to fork tips and improved performance in material handling applications. The M-Series small wheel loaders also introduce several new optional features designed to enhance productivity, operator safety, and serviceability. An available LED light package includes front and rear LED auxiliary work lights, engine-bay LED lights to illuminate routine service points, such as oil and coolant levels, and lighting to illuminate the fuel area. A new Object Detection System is available that uses radar and provides both visual and audible alarms to warn the operator of objects close to the rear of the machine. The class-leading operator station introduced with K-Series models is further refined to ensure all-day comfort and safety for the operator. Larger external mirrors feature a lower parabolic section that allows visibility to the rear tires at ground level, improving safety when working around trenches and when loading machines on trailers. 18

CATERPILLAR PRODUCT LAUNCH 2015 Operators also can customise M-Series controls by using the new, redesigned secondary display, which is standard. The secondary display is now larger, providing more customization and information. New features available through the secondary display include coded start and operator profiles, application profiles, service-mode and preventive maintenance alerts, independent flow adjustment

for third and fourth hydraulic functions, directionalshift response, ride-control activation speed, automatic-lubrication intervals, bucket- float activation, feather-catch mode, rack snubbing, multiple camera inputs, Perfect Parallelism, diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) level, and remaining time until fuel fill.

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PLANTWORX 2015 is a three day event packed full of plant, tools & equipment. It’s your chance to see what’s new, to test & operate the latest machines, watch live demonstrations and see site applications. If you’re involved in the management, purchasing or operation of construction equipment, get to PLANTWORX

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CATERPILLAR PRODUCT LAUNCH 2015

Not So Hard to Handle The new Cat MH3022 and MH3024 are the smallest models in the new Caterpillar line of wheeled material handlers. Building on the reputation of their predecessor models, the M318D MH and M322D MH, the MH3022 and MH3024 feature a new engine and redesigned hydraulic system that combine to reduce fuel consumption by up to 10 percent. Redesign of the cab and cab access, added lighting, and visionenhancing cameras promote greater safety, comfort, and convenience for the operator, and a wide choice of dedicated front linkages, work tools, guards, and undercarriages allow the new purpose-built models to work productively and durably in industrial, scrap-recycling, mill-yard, and waterway applications. Intensive field surveys help Caterpillar continuously improve the design of wheeled material handlers for lowcost operation and maximum customer value, while maintaining proven Cat quality, reliability, and features, such as the Cat Smartboom, loadsensing hydraulics, dedicated swing pump, and large working 22

CATERPILLAR PRODUCT LAUNCH 2015 envelope. The MH3022 and MH3024 use the Cat C7.1 ACERTTM engine, rated at 126 kW, and have operating weights of 22.7 and 25.7 tonnes, respectively. The engine meets US EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV emission standards and features refinements that yield added torque and faster response to changes in load. With a durable, field proven design, the engine now integrates an emissions aftertreatment system, which requires no attention other than periodically replenishing the diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank. Emissions technology includes the Cat NOxreduction system, selective catalytic reduction, diesel oxidation catalyst, diesel particulate filter (DPF), and high-pressure/common-rail fuel system. The DPF features passive regeneration which does not require operator intervention and causes no interruption in the work cycle. The design of the engine and the aftertreatment system results in low fluid consumption for new models, conserving both fuel and DEF to lower operating costs. An engine-idle shutdown system saves fuel by shutting down the engine when it has been idling for a preset amount of time. In addition, the Eco Mode has been refined and reduces engine speed with no reduction of power, providing reduced fuel consumption with no compromise in performance. A new electronically controlled hydraulic system combines with new medium-pressure pumps and new fan pump to enhance hydraulic response and reduce overall load on the engine for greater fuel efficiency. The optional Cat Bio HYDO Advanced hydraulic oil and bio-diesel blends up to B20 can be

used without reducing the life of these systems. The exterior of the new models has been completely restyled, including a new operator station, featuring higher pressurisation, larger door with added glass, new windshield with parallel wipers, new mirrors (with a heated option), new rain visor and light protectors, larger skylight, standard rear-view camera (housed in the redesigned counterweight), and a right-side camera with a separate in-cab monitor. Cabin guards are available for additional operator protection when required. Entering and exiting the cabin is now easier with redesigned three access steps and a newly design door handrail. A fourth step is integrated directly into the skirt of the upper carriage, just below the cab door. Inside the cabin, the left-hand console tilts to facilitate entering and leaving the seat, and the console includes an integral safety lever. Also new is the steering wheel, which is height adjustable and features a tilting column. The new cabin has an interior sound level of just 71 dB(A), and vibration levels have been reduced. The standard lighting package for the new models, now includes a counterweight light (enhancing the rear-view camera function at night), three cabin-mounted lights, and light on the boom as well as new stick lights. Standard LED lights replace the previous halogen lighting for enhanced illumination, lower power consumption, and longer life. Optional guards are available on the front linkage lights for applications in which falling and flying debris are hazards. Two counterweights are available to match application needs, increase stability, and provide great lift capacities.

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Long haul The new Cat 735C, 740C EJ, and 745C articulated trucks build on the proven performance, reliability and durability of their B Series predecessors with significant new features. These include engines that meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV emission standards, new transmissions with expanded electronic control, automatic traction control, automatic retarder control, hill assist and waiting brake systems, and an optional payload weighing system—all aimed at delivering lower costs per ton by reducing cycle times, saving fuel, and easing the operator’s work load. Rated payload capacities for the new models are 32.7, 38, and 41 tonnes respectively, with all models replacing their B Series predecessors. The new 745C’s 1.5 tonne capacity increase (compared with the 740B’s capacity) combines with its faster cycle times for significant production gains. The new 740C EJ ejector model, which combines the 745C’s tractor with a horizontal-discharge body, provides

added versatility and safety in certain operations. The 740C EJ can unload material to uniform depths while traveling at speed, potentially reducing the need for on-site spreading equipment, and can discharge the load with added stability in soft underfoot conditions, on side slopes and grades, and in environments where overhead obstructions are present. Engines in the new models meet Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emission standards, but are also available in versions meeting applicable emission standards for lesser- and non-regulated areas. The 735C’s Cat C15 ACERT engine is rated at 337 kW and the C18 ACERT engine in the 740C EJ and 745C is rated at 511 381 kW. Articulated trucks designed for sale in higher regulated territories are equipped with the Cat Clean Emissions Module (CEM). This aftertreatment system includes a diesel particulate filter that can automatically regenerate (remove accumulated soot) without operator intervention or work cycle disruption.

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The fully integrated Cat CEM also includes a selective catalytic reduction system and diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank, with the DEF tank being easily accessed from ground level. The new Cat CX38 High Density Power Shift transmission used in the C Series trucks has nine forward speeds, two reverse speeds, and a number of electronic features that enhance overall performance and productivity: Electronic Clutch Pressure Control, for example, modulates transmission-clutch engagement for

smooth shifting and extended component life, and the Advanced Productivity Electronic Control Strategy feature is aimed at optimizing gear selection in all operating situations for efficient performance and fuel economy. Shift Torque Management, combined with the improved Shift Control Logic feature, maintains consistent torque flow though the transmission during gear-range changes, provides automatic shift selection tailored to machine operation, and automatically downshifts for acceleration. Part 27

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Throttle Shifting allows shifting at lower engine speeds, resulting in improved fuel efficiency, quieter operation, and easier low-speed manoeuvring. As the new C Series trucks, with permanent six-wheel drive, encounter changing terrain and underfoot conditions, the Automatic Traction Control feature adjusts the level of engagement for the clutch locks in the inter-axle differential and in the three axle differentials. The system makes these adjustments while the machine is moving and does not require operator intervention. The system maintains optimum traction for steady production, relieves the operator of manually engaging the system, saves

fuel by proportionally applying the locks based on operating conditions, and does not hinder tightmanoeuver steering. Retarding control for the C Series models can now be set to fully automatic, in addition to manual control. In automatic mode, the machine manages retarding through a combination of engine brake, gear selection, and service-brake application without operator intervention. The automatic system is available for both forward and reverse operations, and the manual system provides two levels of engagement for more experienced operators.

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Anniversary special

Caterpillar is building on its highly successful range of F-Series backhoe loaders with the introduction of the new F2-Series range of machinesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;427F2, 428F2, 432F2, 434F2, and 444F2. The new models feature an allnew operatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s environment, and engine technology enhances machine performance and saves fuel. The

To celebrate 30 years in the backhoe loader business, Caterpillar has rejuvenated its range. Diggers and Dozers Reports

cab has been restyled for a more modern look and has been designed throughout with the operator in mind, including enhanced visibility to the loader attachment when at full height and reduced in-cab sound levels, to 74 dBA. Machine-control ergonomics have been improved 29

CATERPILLAR PRODUCT LAUNCH 2015 with a new telescopic/tilt steering column, and the differential-lock control has been repositioned to the loader controller. Pilot-operated machines feature new multi-positional excavator controls that enable operators to adjust to the most comfortable operating position, reducing fatigue. A forward/ reverse controller is built into the loader controller for added convenience. The cab features a new step design with reduced height for added cab access/egress safety and a bottom step that is resiliently mounted to prevent damage from debris. The new cab is designed to allow operators to turn easily between loader and excavating positions, and an air-suspension seat provides all-day comfort, especially when using the optional heated version in cold weather. A new LCD display provides information needed to monitor machine performance, new switches feature improved back lighting for easy use in all ambient-light conditions, and longer-life LED rear lights are now used. The new pantograph front-screen wiper increases the swept area for enhanced forward visibility and is complemented with a full-width, perforated sun visor. Except for the curved front window, all other glass areas are flat, enabling quick, low-cost replacement. Connectivity is a vital requirement for today’s machine operator, and the F2-Series provides an available radio with blue-tooth connectivity, facilitating communication with job-site personnel. A new keypad security system provides added protection for the machine, and a choice of cellular or satellite technology is available for use with the ProductLink™

telematics system for tracking machine location and operating parameters. The new 428F2, 432F2, 434F2, and 444F2, use the Cat C4.4 ACERT™ engine with a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) exhaust after-treatment system. SCR is a proven, reliable, widely accepted technology for controlling nitrogen-oxide (NOx) emissions by allowing exhaust to react with diesel exhaust fluid (DEF—a specific mix of urea and water) in the presence of a catalyst. No operator intervention is required to support the SCR system other than replenishing the DEF tank. If low fuel consumption is important, the operator can elect ECO mode, enabling proficient performance and controllability at a fuel-saving lower engine speed. Depending on the model, engine-power choices include 70, 74.5, or 82 kW configurations. For added convenience, a remote jump-start system is standard equipment. New to the Cat backhoe loader range is the 427F2, powered by a 55 kW Cat C3.4B engine that requires no SCR after-treatment and meets Stage IIIB emission standards with only a diesel particulate filter. The 427F2 can be fitted with an optional 6F/3R Autoshift transmission with a lock-up torque converter that provides efficient road speeds. The 427F2 combines excellent all-round performance and up to 10 percent lower fuel consumption than the 428F2, making the new models a viable choice smaller contractors and rental businesses. The 428F2 and 434F2 also feature increased hydraulic flow for optimum hydraulic performance.

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NEW FACTORY, IMPROVED RANGE

Three compact radius Cat E2 Series mini excavator - the 305E2, 305.5E2 and 308E2 - will be produced at Caterpillarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new 78,968 square metre facility in Athens, Georgia, USA and will also use a new high definition hydraulic system. The E2 models are designed to carry on the solid performance of their E Series predecessor, while adding even greater value for the customer. For example, the new High Definition Hydraulic (HDH) System in the E2 machines provides a load sensing

and flow sharing capability leading to operational precision, efficient performance and greater controllability. The simple valve architecture reduces heat, which leads to a reduction in hydraulic instability and improved overall efficiency. The 305.5E2 and 305E2 include a redesigned operator station. This update includes a wider opening, a high quality suspension seat, easy to adjust arm rests and an overall improved ergonomic layout for operator comfort and productivity. Additionally, a 31

CATERPILLAR PRODUCT LAUNCH 2015 new interlocking front window system, updated operator interface controls and 100 percent pilot controls provide a best-in-class operator station and customer value. The E2 series models are equipped with the digital control panel specially designed for Cat Mini Excavators—COMPASS—Complete Operation, Maintenance, Performance, and Security System. Built into the COMPASS monitor are an anti-theft system, which requires a five-digit alphanumeric password to start the machine, an automatic engineidle selection, which drops engine rpm to idle after 4 seconds of inactivity and an adjustable auxiliaryflow control for work tools. Both main-line and optional secondary auxiliary-hydraulic systems can be adjusted on a scale of 1-15 through the monitor for added control. The E2 Series models also continue to include the standard features and benefits customers expect from a high-quality mini hydraulic excavator. For example, automatic two-speed, 100 percent pilot controls, superior bucket rotation, blade float and safety are built into every Cat mini excavator. The automatic two-speed feature allows the operator to put the machine in “high speed” (rabbit) and not worry about manually kicking down to low gear while turning, digging, or roading in tough conditions. One

hundred percent pilot controls offer consistent and long-lasting controllability with reduced owning and operating costs often associated with mechanical linkage. The unique design of the Cat MHE linkage, bucket, and cylinders on the 305E2 and 305.5 E2 allows for an industry leading 200 degrees of bucket rotation. The unique bucket shape also maximizes the volume of material per scoop without sacrificing digging performance and the boom and stick cylinders have built-in dampening to cushion the impact of the rod & piston against the stops when it reaches full extension or retraction. Additionally, the blade float function allows the operator to drag the blade backwards (away from the cutting edge side) and the blade will “float” along the contour of the ground with only the weight of the blade bearing down to smooth the site after grading and backfilling holes leading to ease of operation and productivity. Finally, all three models are ROPS, TOPS and Top Guard Level 1 certified; include the Cat Interlock (hydraulic lockout) System; a certified accumulator which allows for auxiliary pressure to be released, making connecting and disconnecting work tools safer and easier; and a travel alarm. All of these safety features are standard on the E2 model lineup, with the travel alarm optional in Europe.

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Pushing the Technology Envelope

The blade and track combination might appear unchanged. But the new Cat D6N is a dozer that is packed to the gunnels with new technology to make the machine more productive and easier and more accurate to operate. Diggers and Dozers Reports The new Cat D6N dozer delivers a 10- to 15-percent boost in fuel efficiency (compared with its predecessor model) and adds customer value with a number of new technology features that boost productivity and ease the operator’s job. The D6N is powered by a Cat C7.1 ACERT engine rated at 124 kW, and meets EU Stage IV emission standards. Fuel-efficiency gains result primarily from the D6N’s new direct-drive transmission, which uses a torque converter to provide the power multiplication for moving productively through the cut, as well as a lock-up clutch that allows the D6N to carry loads in direct drive for optimum fuel efficiency. Productivity gains in typical applications are estimated at up to 10 percent, compared with the previous model. The D6N’s standard Enhanced Auto Shift system, combined with lock-up-clutch control, allows operators to select the optimum ground speed for the load being moved, resulting in further fuel savings. In addition, an electronically controlled, variable-speed demand fan automatically adjusts its speed to conserve both engine horsepower and fuel, while also significantly lower sound levels. A full range of Cat Connect technologies is available for the D6N, allowing customers to choose features scaled to job-site needs and budgets. Cat Connect GRADE technologies, for example, combine digital design data, in-cab guidance, and automatic blade control, resulting in enhanced grade accuracy, reduced rework, and lower costs—whether the application is bulk earthmoving or finish grading. A number 35

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CATERPILLAR PRODUCT LAUNCH 2015 of technologies are available on the D6N, either as standard equipment (S) or optional (O) features: Cat Slope Indicate (S) displays machine cross-slope and main-fall (fore/â&#x20AC;&#x2122;aft orientation) on the primary monitor, helping operators work confidently on slopes. Cat Stable Blade (S) complements the operatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bladecontrol input for attaining finish grades quicker with less effort. Cat Grade Control Slope Assist (S) helps operators more easily achieve the required main-fall and slope orientation of the blade by automatically maintaining pre-established blade angles for the grade. The system saves time, increases finish quality, and reduces operator input. Cat Grade Control 3D (O), available on the D6N in late 2015, is an integrated grade-control system that enables operators to improve grading efficiency, accuracy, and productivity in both production dozing and finegrading applications. The integrated design positions antennas on the cab roof, eliminating conventional blade-mounted masts and related cables. Slope Assist and the Cat AutoCarry system are included in the

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package to further boost productivity. Cat AccuGrade (O) is a dealer-installed aftermarket grade-control system that provides increased grading versatility and the ability to scale capacity to changing needs, providing a choice of lasers for 2D flat-plane and slope work, Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) control for complex 3D cuts and contours, and/ or systems using a Universal Total Station (UTS) for fine and finish grading. Cat AccuGrade Ready Option (ARO) (O) is available for easily installing or upgrading to Cat AccuGrade 2D and 3D grade-control systems. Cat Connect LINK technologies, in addition, wirelessly connect users to their equipment, providing valuable insight into machine or fleet performance. Product Link (the Caterpillar telematics system) is deeply integrated into machines, providing easy access to timely information, such as machine location, hours, fuel usage, idle time, and event codes. Data is available via the online VisionLink user interface for assisting in more effectively managing the fleet and reducing operating costs.

Rejuvenated workhorse It might have fallen out of fashion, but the tracked loader remains one of the industry’s most flexible workhorses. The latest incarnation of the Cat 963 model is a welcome enhancement of a proven product. Diggers and Dozers Reports The new Cat 963K offers a 10-30 percent gain in fuel efficiency and improved performance together with an updated cab and safety features for the comfort and convenience of the operator. The 963K meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final)/Korea Tier 4 Final emission standards. The 963K is powered by a 144 kW Cat C7.1 ACERT engine, offering fuel efficiency improvements over the previous model. An Eco Mode automatically reduces engine speed, but maintains selected ground speed when the machine is under light load. The more efficient engine and the Eco Mode combine to deliver a 10 – 30 percent reduction in fuel consumption compared to the 963D. And efficient

use of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) – typically 2.5 to 3 percent of fuel consumption -- provides excellent overall fluid efficiency. The 963K offers additional productivity with an optional high retention bucket that moves 5 percent more material per hour. For added versatility, the machine can be ordered with an optional Fusion™ Quick Coupler to allow easy use of forks, buckets, etc. from wheel loaders and other Fusion compatible machines. The Caterpillar telematics system, Product Link™ is deeply integrated into the 963K, giving you easy access to timely information like machine location, hours, fuel usage, idle time and event codes via the

CATERPILLAR PRODUCT LAUNCH 2015 online VisionLink® user interface. The C7.1 ACERT engine is equipped with a twin turbo, providing faster machine response under load. Smarter power train management on the 963K offers smoother implement and steering response, and improved steering performance over the previous model.* Power reaches the ground more efficiently based on the demands of the application, giving you fast acceleration and shorter cycle times. Features like load sensing hydraulics and position sensing cylinders add to the machine’s precision and response. The updated cab offers operator comforts like suspension seat, adjustable armrests and controls, and an improved air conditioning system. Engine noise is reduced compared to the 963D, resulting in a quieter environment for the operator and for others around the worksite. The machine can be ordered with either v-lever or joystick steering to match operator preference. Selectable electro-hydraulic mapping lets you set

implement response to fine, normal or coarse to match operator preferences and tailor the machine to individual applications. The Cat Tier 4 Final/Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final)/ Korea Tier 4 Final emissions technology is designed to be transparent – with no action required from the operator and no need to stop for regeneration. Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) fill is located at ground level, next to the fuel tank, for convenient access when you refuel. Operator safety is enhanced as well, with added handles and steps to help operators climb on and off the machine more easily, from the front or the back of the tracks. The 963K maintains its reputation for ease of service too, with a tilt cab and convenient service access points for easier maintenance and repair. The demand fan provides efficient cooling, plus features a swing-out grill door and fold-down fan to help make cleanout quick and easy.

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Down-to-earth approach New Caterpillar materials handler features a step-in cab that lowers to ground level for enhanced safety and convenience. Diggers and Dozers Reports

The new Cat MH3037 is the first in a series of the new wheeled material handler line that Caterpillar is introducing in the greater than 25 tonne size class. The new material handlers are purpose-built from the ground up to work productively and durably in industrial, scrap recycling, millyard and waterway applications, while affording maximum protection and convenience for the operator. The patented Cat ground-level-entry/exit design features a stepin cab that lowers to the front or the side of the machine to enhance convenience and safety for operators and service personnel. The MH3037 has an operating weight of 39.5 tonnes and is powered by a Cat C7.1 ACERT engine that meets US EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV emission standards. The engine features an electronically controlled, mechanically actuated, unit-injector fuel system that uses 42

multiple-injection fuel delivery for optimum power and economy in all operating situations. The MH3037 configuration is rated at 168 kW. High-strength structural steel and advanced welding techniques ensure structural integrity. A powerful hydraulic system provides rapid response with efficiency, and new serviceability features simplify maintenance. These design elements combine to provide low-cost operation and maximum value for MH3037 owners. Major structures use continuous welds that incorporate extensive chamfering and bevelling to reduce stress concentration. Booms and sticks are constructed from single-piece top and side plates to eliminate the need for seams and internal baffles. The upper frame is designed specifically to dissipate loads transferred through the front linkage and counterweight, and the lower frame has a unique tapered design for evenly distributing loads and reducing stress. Oversized pins and bushings strengthen pivot points. In addition, extensive finite element analysis and strain-gauge testing throughout the design process help ensure long term durability. Along with an 8.8 metres boom, the MH3037 can be equipped with a short 5.8 metres version or a longer 7.2 metres front configuration to best fit the application. The MH3037 uses a closed-centre, one-pump, load-

sensing implement hydraulic system with electrohydraulic pilot control. The hydraulic pump generates only as much oil flow and pressure as required for the application, yielding powerful, rapid response and fuelsaving efficiency. To further enhance overall hydraulic power and efficiency, the machine regenerates boomdown oil flow, reducing the volume of oil the pump must produce. Reflecting the precise hydraulic design, the MH3037 divides hydraulic functions between the upper and lower main control valves, with the upper valve managing the boom, stick, work tools, cab riser and cooling circuits, and the lower valve controlling travel, steering and outriggers. This design provides optimal flow management that allows multiple, simultaneous machine functions without compromising performance. An independent, closed-loop, hydraulic swing system maintains swing priority at all times. The hydraulic oil cooler, engine air-to-air aftercooler (ATAAC), and engine radiator are all mounted side-byside to reduce clogging caused by airborne debris and to provide better access for cleaning when necessary. The auto-reversing fan used in the hydraulic cooling system ensures that optimum temperatures between 54째 and 60째C are maintained, protecting oil quality, extending component life and promoting optimum machine performance.

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CATERPILLAR PRODUCT LAUNCH 2015 The powertrain of the MH3037 incorporates limitedslip differentials on both the front and rear axles to provide true all-wheel-drive performance. A variable displacement hydraulic motor, coupled with a twospeed transmission, provides high- and low-speed travel and creeper-speed capability. An oscillating rear axle with an oscillation lock provides the capability to work on-rubber in rough, uneven terrain, maintaining

stability without stabilisers deployed. The hydraulic cab-riser system allows cab height to be adjusted up to an eye level of 5.5 metres. Raise time from ground level to maximum height is approximately 8 seconds; lowering time from maximum height to ground level is 10 seconds. Adjustable sensors control the height of the cab

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Terex Comes Clean With new dumpers of its own and a badge engineering agreement with JCB that will see its dumpers sporting an unfamiliar yellow livery, the news is coming thick and fast from the Terex Construction facility in Coventry. Diggers and Dozers paid the company a visit.

By the time most of us reach the ripe old age of 55, we will have started to slow down; maybe got ourselves a hobby that requires little or no real effort; swapped nights out for nights in with a cup of tea and a nice biscuit. But as Terex Constructionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s facility in Coventry turns 55, it shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, rather than acting its age or suffering a mid-life crisis, the factory seems to have got its second wind. In the past few months alone, it has launched Stage IV/Tier 4 Final compliant dumpers in the six tonne class, announced a Stage IIIB/Tier 4 Final-compliant range of nine and ten-tonne site dumpers, and struck a deal that will see its dumpers pimped out in JCB livery as part of a badge engineering deal. Not a bad effort for a company with one eye on its free bus pass. Under the Bonnet 46

At the top end of the range are the new TA9 and TA10 models that offer users increased fuel efficiency without any exhaust after-treatment requirements thanks to the use of a 55 kW JCB EcoMAX turbocharged diesel engine. Terex claims that the first-to-market units emit the lowest CO2 figures for comparable payloads on the market today, as well as delivering a lower cost of operation and efficient cycle times. Available to order from distributors immediately, the units deliver superior customer value; both on an initial purchase basis and total life cost of operation. The new Terex dumpers feature an innovative Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) dashboard, complete with hour meter, coolant temperature gauge and fuel level readout. Early warning alerts help to prevent costly downtime and enhance operator safety. In addition, a user readout panel provides real-time machine information, while Engine Control Unit (ECU) technology manages performance data to improve reliability. “Launching this first-to-market range of Stage IIIB/ Tier 4 Final-compliant nine and ten-tonne site dumpers is an exciting move for Terex Construction. Ensuring our site equipment meets the latest

international regulations – in particular emissions control – is essential, which is why we made the decision to move away from our current engine solution and instead look towards the 55 kW EcoMAX alternative,” says Neal Nowick, general manager of Terex Construction’s Coventry facility. “Each new TA9 and TA10 site dumper is fitted with the enhanced engine setup – delivering a compliant on-site solution capable of meeting the highest international emissions regulations.” Shedding a Tier Further down the product line, that JCB EcoMAX engine puts in another appearance in the company’s Stage IV/ Tier 4 Final compliant range of 6-tonne site dumpers Providing users with 400 Nm of torque, the next generation dumpers will enhance on-site user productivity while also lowering running costs and reducing fuel consumption by up to eight. Adjusting the power band delivers the performance operators need to get the job done without costly and complex exhaust after-treatment systems. In addition to faster acceleration speeds under load, the new units feature a rugged automotive style Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) dashboard complete 47

with hour meter, coolant temperature gauge and fuel level readout. New early warning alerts, such as water-in-fuel and air filter blockage, will help prevent costly downtime. In addition, a user readout panel will provide real-time machine information, while Engine Control Unit (ECU) technology will manage performance data to improve uptime and reliability. Price Freeze “Announcing a new range of Stage IV/ Tier 4 Final compliant site dumpers is an exciting move for the Terex compact construction range,” Nowick continues. “Ensuring our site equipment meets regulations is a key priority, which is why we made the decision to look towards a completely new technological upgrade. As Terex isn’t an engine manufacturer, we have the freedom to select the best solutions to meet specific product needs. This allows Terex to be flexible across our different equipment ranges, while always prioritising the highest

standards of performance, efficiency, capability and reliability. Our site dumper range has gone from strength-to-strength over the past 12 months, resulting in a number of high-profile new contracts and system upgrades. The 55 kW Stage IV/ Tier 4 Final engine solution from JCB Power Systems will enable us to further continue this drive – delivering an improved end product capable of meeting the highest international emissions compliance regulations.” The launch of Terex’s Stage IIIB/Tier 4 Final-compliant range of nine and ten-tonne site dumpers completes the transition of the brand’s portfolio (TA6, TA6S, TA9, and TA10) of site dumpers to JCB as the new exclusive engine supplier. And anyone thinking that will mean an immediate price-hike can think again. Terex will maintain a price freeze on the TA9 and TA10 models throughout 2015 to deliver exceptional customer value.

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CELEBRATING

YEARS OF PASSION, REVOLUTION & INNOVATION You learn a lot in five and a half decades ‘manufacturing, designing, assembling and delivering’ backhoe loaders. From the famous Massey-Harrison-Ferguson Three in One tractor digger shovel back in 1959 to the very latest models. Over those fifty-five years, they’ve rewarded their operators with exceptional performance, durability and reliability. Today, we’re celebrating with limited edition Tier 3 TLB850 & TLB890 83kW (111hp) powered backhoes. Together with 2 years, low deposit, 0% finance, you could own one tomorrow. So don’t wait another day to learn why Terex backhoe loaders really are something to celebrate!

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RE-inventing the BOG trotter A specialist Sottish contractor has taken delivery of a Hyundai excavator that combines the wide and the tall to create a one-of-a-kind machine. Diggers and Dozers braved peat bogs and bracing Scottish winds to see it in action.

Ground pressure is a weird thing. While we were shooting the film footage that accompanies this exclusive article, both our cameraman and most of his kit was slowly sinking into the peat bogs at the Whitelee Wind Farm – the largest wind farm in the UK - in Galston, Scotland. Admittedly, he had typically taken full advantage of the hotel breakfast and tends to carry enough camera equipment for an entire film crew. But he was stood beside a 14 tonne excavator - being used by GTR Contracts Ltd - that seemed entirely immune to the perilously soft underfoot conditions.

Big Foot

The reason is simple. This one-off Hyundai Robex 140LCH-9A excavator is carried on a set of tracks with 1,200 mm wide pads that spread the machine’s weight over a wider area allowing it to float on the peat bog’s surface crust. According to operator Gareth McCall, this allows the machine – to paraphrase Captain James T. Kirk – ‘to boldly go where no machine has gone before’. “A standard machine just couldn’t work here. It

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would sink without trace,” he says. “Even though we have the low ground pressure undercarriage, we still have to be extremely careful. This is really unforgiving terrain. If this machine got bogged down, it would need to be winched out. And, as we’re in such a remote location, that could take a long time.” Above the undercarriage is another nod to the terrain in which the machine is operating. The machine features a raised turret which provides the operator with an elevated driving position for greater visibility

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and, more importantly, to lift the body of the machine above tree stump hazards. A set of optional bumpers have been fitted by local Hyundai dealer Taylor & Braithwaite which also supplied a formidable cab guarding package to protect the operator from tree stumps and branches thrown up by the operations. The machine is currently equipped with a V-shaped bucket to facilitate the digging of the V-shaped drainage channels used to remove water from the site ahead of tree re-planting. These drainage ditches are dug every 30 metres and it is not unusual for a full hectare to be fully covered with drainage channels in a single 12-hour working shift. Completing the unique equipment package is a full set of LED working lights that allow the machine to operate long after the winter sun has dropped below the Scottish horizon.

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Gareth McCall reports that he tends to operate the machine in Eco mode. “The digging is not very hard here so we don’t generally need full power,” he says. “Also, by operating in economy mode, we can get two full 12-hour shifts on a single tank.” It is clear that Gareth also appreciates the in-cab comforts afforded by his Hyundai ride. “I have air conditioning which is terrific when it’s warm and dusty,” he continues. “But in the colder months, I also have an excellent heater and a heated seat. I can do a 12-hour shift behind the levers with no problem at all. The machine is quiet, warm and comfortable. The cab is just a nice place to be.”

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South West Simplicity

It"s been more than a decade since operator Nick Wooton climbed behind the levers of a Kobelco excavator. And while the machines have improved significantly in the interim, it proved to be a welcome homecoming when he climbed aboard the new SK350LC as Diggers and Dozers reports.

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Fond Memories

Nick Wooton has around 15 years of excavator operating under his belt. In his time, he has operated all the key brands and admits that he is a Hitachi fan. But he has fond memories of a Kobelco machine that he operated about 12 years ago. And when he was given the opportunity to “go turquoise” again in only the second Kobelco SK350LC to hit UK shores, he leapt at the chance. And he wasn’t disappointed. “I really liked the old Kobelco machine. It was comfortable and smooth to operate,” he recalls. “I was delighted when I was told that I’d be getting a gig on one of the latest machines.” That machine – a Dash 9 model – is currently at work at the Sky Park development in Exeter; a huge business park that will combine office, industrial and distribution space with hotel and local amenities. Over the next 20 years, this £210 million development is predicted to create up to 6,500 new jobs with a significant positive impact on the local economy as part of the wider Exeter and East Devon New Growth Point initiative. As a nod to the environmental demands of today, the development will be fuelled by a biomass and gas combined heat and power plant and will ultimately sit in a landscaped environment 62

of over 40 hectares.

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Although he clearly appreciates the heated, air suspension seat, rear view camera and air conditioned cab, Nick Wooton is an operator of the old school. “It is possible to have too much information on the display, too many mirrors, too many buttons and dials,” he insists. “The Kobelco has just enough of everything. The display is clear and shows me the operating data that I need. The mirrors are well placed and, together with the rear camera, provide excellent all round visibility, particularly to the bucket and tracks. Although there is a lot of technology, it doesn’t get in the way. It just lets the operator focus on the job in hand.” According to Wooton, manufacturers’ clamour to reinvent machines every two or three years has a tendency to overlook some very simple design issues. “As an operator, I am constantly getting in and out of the machine. So little things like the location of the steps and grab handles are very important to me,” he says. “These are excellent on the Kobelco machine. I also like the fact that the machine comes with ‘boxing ring’ guards as standard, not a retro-fit or afterthought. It is clear that Kobelco has thought about operator comfort and safety.” Nick Wooton is clearly a fan of the Kobelco SK350LC-9. Indeed, he even confesses to liking the machine’s colour scheme: “better than all that yellow,” he says. The ultimate test, however, is whether he would switch his Kobelco ride for something slightly less colourful. “I love the Kobelco. I genuinely look forward to getting on it each morning,” he concludes. “I really don’t want to give it back.”

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The Mother of Invention

The time, wear, cost and safety implications of moving heavy tracked equipment over long distances has been solved by a simple yet ingenious set of wheels. Diggers and Dozers reports from the outskirts of Asgard.

Necessity, it is said, is the mother of invention. And nowhere is that more true in the field of construction equipment design. When the industry needed an excavator that could also load, up popped a certain Mr Bamford and the backhoe loader was born. When the industry needed to place bricks and blocks at height, another genius cooked up the telescopic handler. And when the time came to rid the skyline of tower blocks, yet another boffin invented the high reach demolition excavator. If there is one thing that the construction equipment industry is particularly good at, it is problem solving. So when quarry operators bemoaned the high cost of wear experienced when moving tracked excavators over long distances from one face to another, you just knew that someone somewhere would come up with a solution. Enter stage left the Finnish-built Sleipner system, sold in the UK by Caterpillar dealer Finning.

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Save for a slight mis-spelling, the Sleipner system is named after Sleipnir, the mythical eight-legged horse ridden to the Underworld by Norse god Odin. Indeed, the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s logo features the same mythical beast. Sleipnir the horse was unquestionably a pretty cool mode of transport, the Sleipner system is no slouch when it comes to getting about the place either.

The system was conceived to reduce wear, tear and maintenance costs on large track-mounted excavators working in mines and quarries. As these extractive facilities have grown ever larger, excavators were required to travel many hundreds of metres from one bench to another. The impact upon the undercarriage was nothing short of devastating. While tracks, idlers and rollers are built to last, they are built primarily to withstand short periods of activity, tracking just a few metres at a time. They certainly were not conceived to travel hundreds and even thousands of metres between work areas. Stir into the mix that many of these machines were working in unforgiving hard rock quarries or china clay pits where the mud is a thinly disguised grinding paste with the ability to eat steel for breakfast, and quarry operators were staring down the barrel at a hefty maintenance and repair bill each time a large excavator was moved any distance.

Sleipner Solution

The solution is as simple as it is ingenious. The Sleipner system allows the excavator to drive onto the dollies, (idler first) releasing the automatic braking system. The excavator then turns around and lowers its boom into the back of a tipper, using the bucket as an anchor, and effectively turning the excavator into

a wheel-mounted trailer that can be towed around the site at around 10 times the travel speed of the excavator under its own power. Once on station, the excavator operator simply raises the boom releasing it from the tipper, and drives off the Sleipner wheels. The system is built to accommodate 30, 50, 70, 90, 100 and 120 tonne machines on a four-wheel system, and 190, 250, 310 and 400 tonne machines on the original eight-wheel version from which the company derives its name. At Imerys china clay operations in mid-Cornwall, near St Austell, the company has acquired two Sleipner systems as part of a package that heralded the arrival of three Cat 390D hydraulic excavators. This lease package was supplied by the Finning Managed Solutions (FMS) division of Cat dealer Finning.

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China clay has been mined at the site for over 250 years. Today, annual output is around one million tonnes, with the Cornish china clays going into the worldwide market in paper fillers, ceramics, both sanitaryware and tableware and specialities, including paints, rubber, plastics and pharmaceuticals. As Imerys Mining Production Manager Edward Buscombe explains, part of the skill in operating a china clay pit is in the mixing of the product to achieve precisely the grade required by the customer. “China clay or kaolinised granite comes in many forms and many grades. A key part of our job is to

mix those grades to deliver a consistent product that matches the customer’s specific needs,” he says. “In the past we would be tracking our large excavators significant distances at least once per day, and on occasions two or three times in order to ensure the correct quality feed for production or related to availability of blasted material to be extracted. The tracking element represented significant proportion of total machine hours across difficult terrain, creating high undercarriage costs and also putting additional strain on the excavator frame. So, we were accepting high maintenance costs and consuming production time. The Sleipner system provides a way of controlling undercarriage costs as part of the Finning maintenance contract and allows us to increase production time and hence tonnes per shift and tonnes per litre of fuel. This is why we chose to switch to the excavators and Sleipner system combination.” Buscombe reports that he originally saw the Sleipner system at work in the Hope Quarry in Derbyshire and was immediately impressed. “The team at Hope Quarry were very welcoming and gave us a great insight into the potential cost benefits of using the Sleipner system,” he concludes. “Although it is still early days for us, we can already see benefits in reduced wear on ground engaging components, reduced haul times, fuel consumption and maintenance costs.”

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This Woman's Work There are very few women working in construction, and even fewer working behind the levers on plant and equipment. But while feminists rail against a perceived glass ceiling and trade bodies host meetings, working parties and committees to address the lack of female representation, plant hirer Hawk Group has put its money where its mouth is and hosted its first Women in Construction Taster Day at the company’s training and demonstration facility in Sandford, Shropshire.

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With only around 10 percent of the construction industry made up of women and a well-documented skills shortage in the sector, the taster day is part of Hawk Group’s “Women’s Work” campaign, designed to give women a chance to experience the industry first-hand and find out more about a career in construction. Hawk Group, one of the UK’s leading providers of heavy machinery hire, hope that the Women’s Work campaign and taster day will inspire women looking for an exciting and rewarding career. “The construction industry and plant rental industry has a real shortage of operators and the taster day is all about creating an opportunity for women to consider this as a career path,” says Hawk Group Chairman, Mike Hawkins. “What we want to achieve from today is that some those attending take us up on the job opportunities which we have available. But perhaps more importantly is that through initiatives such as this we can encourage more women to enter the construction sector”.

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Over twenty women – including nurses, police officers and farmers – attended the day to take the opportunity to get hands on with excavators, haulers, tractors and telehandlers under the tutelage of Hawk’s 74

Hawk Group hosts a construction taster day to encourage more women to consider plant operation as a viable career choice. Diggers and Dozers reports.

expert operators and trainers. The taster day also included a careers room to find out more about the careers options, apprenticeships and training courses available. Shirley Hooper was one of those attending the event and gave her feedback on the day, “It’s been great. Driving the dumptruck was probably the highlight for me and I found it surprisingly easy to operate. I’ll

definitely be coming on the next taster day; I might even have a job with Hawk by then.” Cally Waite, another attendee said the day was the platform she needed to take her first step into a new profession, “Following today I am going to leave my details and hopefully join the Hawk apprenticeship scheme.”

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Blackwood backs cat One of Scotland’s biggest plant hire firms, Blackwood Plant Hire, invested in 38 new Cat® excavators in 2014. The machines, supplied by Finning, were delivered in the final quarter due to sustained industry growth throughout the year. Supplying key contractors such as Land Engineering Ltd, Raynesway, Carillion Civil Engineering, Scottish Water and Network Rail, the Kilmarnock based business is looking forward to continuing the upward curve in 2015. Blackwood has now expanded operations into England, with a large, loyal, and diverse customer base throughout the north of the UK. This diversity was shown in the models of excavators purchased from Finning, ranging from mini excavators for small construction projects, to large excavators ideal for big scale aggregate contracts (16 Cat 308Es, 7 Cat 312Es, 13 Cat 320ELs and 2 Cat 329ELs). Blackwood also made use of Finning’s Used

Equipment Solutions, acquiring two used Cat 312ELs. “Customer requests for Caterpillar machinery, along with growth in demand within the industry were the main instigators for us to make this large scale investment from Finning. The machines are great value for money due to their reliability, fuel efficiency and functional specifications our contractors hold in such high regard,” says Blackwood sales director Paul McCormack. “The excellent service support from Finning was also a key factor in our decision. With the FinCore service agreement means that our machines will be inspected by in the field engineers every three months. We know the Cat excavators will be kept in optimum working condition, which gives us confidence that our customers will be satisfied with the machines’ performance. 2014 was a very positive year for us and our expectation is for 2015 to follow suit.”

Hammers to the Power of 10 Ten new Cat E-Series hammers - designed for use with mini excavators, skid-steer loaders and backhoe loaders - are available in both “silenced” and sideplate versions. Four sizes - H35, H45, H55 and H65 - are offered in two mounting configurations for installation on both Caterpillar and competitive carriers. 78

Silenced hammers, identified with “s” in the model designation, use a fully enclosed housing to suppress noise, a valuable feature in sensitive work environments and in small-machine applications in which the hammer is in close proximity to the operator. Non-silenced, side plate models are available for all four sizes.

Flat-top models allow versatility for installation on Caterpillar and equipment made by other manufacturers. Pin-on models are available for the H55E and H65E in applications that require a dedicated, hammer-equipped Cat machine. Several features assure convenient installation, comfortable operation and long hammer life. These hammers are designed and engineered to match auxiliary flows and pressures of the Cat machine. Plus, hydraulic ports are positioned for convenient installation. As soon as the hammer is â&#x20AC;&#x153;pluggedâ&#x20AC;? in, it is ready to perform. Suspension system on the silenced models include buffers at the top and bottom to absorb reflective forces and isolate them from the machine. A

suspension jack helps to dampen vibration and sound. The result is quiet, reliable operation and reduced operator fatigue. To protect the hammer from internal stress, an automatic shut-off can be activated. This instantly stops the piston when the hammer breaks through material which in turn protects the hammer from blank-firing. These new E-Series hammers include 47 percent fewer parts than did their D-Series predecessors. This allows for quicker and easier servicing. When it comes to daily maintenance, a single grease point is conveniently located and easily accessed. Tool changes are accomplished with common hand tools.

Doosan Upgrade Gathers Pace The new Doosan 40-50 tonne DX420LC-5, DX490LC-5 and DX530LC-5 are the company’s largest Stage IV compliant crawler excavators, providing significantly improved performance compared to the previous ‘LC-3’ Stage IIIB models. The new Stage IV 40-50 tonne excavators offer the strength and productivity needed for heavy duty work such as large-scale earthmoving, moving rock, pulling down buildings, secondary breaking, loading haulers and pipeline projects found on quarrying and mining, highway, aggregate, demolition, utility and general construction projects. Featuring a distinctive new machine styling scheme, the ‘LC-5’ range improves the already high standards set by the previous LC-3 range, adding to enhanced comfort and controllability with new features to boost fuel efficiency, uptime and return on investment, with a focus on increased power, robustness and agility. The new 42 tonne DX420LC-5 is powered by the Scania DC13 diesel engine, providing 257 kW of power at 1,800 rpm. The DX490LC-5 and DX530LC-5 are both powered by the Scania DC13 diesel engine, providing 283 kW of power at 1,800 rpm. The engines meet Stage IV emission regulations without the need of a diesel particulate filter (DPF), through the use of cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) and selective catalyst reduction (SCR) after-treatment technologies. Renowned for their excellent fuel efficiency, reliability and long service life, Scania engines combine exceptional power output with high torque at low revolutions. The new Scania engines in the DX420LC-5 to DX530LC-5 operate at a much lower engine speed of 1,800 rpm, down from 2,000 rpm in the Stage IIIB models, leading to significant reductions in fuel consumption, which factory tests show to be an average of five percent across the three models. In addition, the move to the Scania DC13 diesel engine in the DX420LC-5 excavator has provided an increase in torque of 11 percent. To help meet Stage IV regulations, Doosan has added a mass airflow sensor and exhaust brake to the engines. The mass airflow sensor allows the electronic control unit to improve the management of airflow provided by the variable geometry 80

turbocharger and to optimise fuel delivery to the combustion chamber based on air intake volume and rpm. Other exclusive features of the Scania engines are the dual fuel filter and water separator systems. In the first, a full-flow paper fuel filter is used to remove large particles with a centrifugal cleaner filtering out small particles, providing operating economy and lower environmental impact. The water separator utilises a 10 micron sized primary filter connected directly to the fuel tank, and a 3 micron sized pressure-type secondary filter. The systems are equipped with a heating function as standard for better cold crank performance. The excavators have a pre-heater with glow plug installed on the engine, which is a cold-start aid device for the winter season. The pre-heater is activated automatically when the start key is in the ON position in the ignition and the coolant temperature is -10 °C or lower. The system guarantees proper starting down to -20 °C. The engine coolant heater is used in connection with the machine’s own heating system to preheat water-cooled engines. The engine coolant heater operates independently of the engine and is connected to the machine’s cooling, fuel and electrical systems. There is also a wake-up function to pre-heat the machine. The engine coolant heater helps the engine and equipment start and operate at temperatures below -20 °C. As well as the fuel efficient Scania engines, new innovative and exclusive features have been introduced that together lead to huge reductions in fuel consumption amounting to an average of six to 13 percent compared to the Stage IIIB machines. Among these features is the new ‘Trip Meter Setting’ screen which allows operators to check fuel consumption daily (or over a desired period) directly from the control panel; the new Auto ShutOff provides an automatic shut down for the engine after a pre-set time when the machine has been idling for a specified time (3 to 60 minutes configurable by the operator); and to save even more fuel, there is a special Doosan-developed system, Smart Power Control (SPC), to optimise the balance between the pumps’ output and the diesel engine.

To Russia with Love Delivering four 91 tonne TR100 rigid haulers from Scotland to Russia for diamond giant, ALROSA, is no mean feat – and that’s before embarking on an epic, 8,920 km sub-zero adventure to Russia’s frigid Far East. With prices perennially high, miners love diamonds even more than girls do. But the little gems wouldn’t be special if they were easy to find. If you consider that a one carat diamond is no bigger than the eraser on the end of a pencil – and most diamonds are smaller than one carat – discovering them among tonnes of material (known as kimberlite) isn’t easy. In fact, ALROSA, the world-leader in diamond mining, only finds a little over one carat of diamond – weighing a tiny 200 mg – per tonne of kimberlite moved. Considering ALROSA unearthed 32 million carats worth of diamonds last year, that adds up to a lot of earthmoving. Tough jobs require tough machines, and the four TR100 rigid dump trucks that have been operating on site for the past three years have impressed so much that ALROSA has recently ordered four more for use at its rapidly growing Nyurba mine on the banks of the Vilyuy River in the Sakha (Yakutia) Republic. Established in 2000 to develop the large deposits of the ore field, the vast mine generates revenues of half a billion dollars annually. Having secured the order for four TR100s, the biggest challenge for Terex Trucks was to deliver the machines to one of the most remote of places – 8,920 km from Moscow. Painted in ALROSA’s corporate livery of yellow, the TR100s were then fitted with a number of ‘winter’ options – and if ever haulers needed cold weather protection it’s these ones. With temperatures in the Nyurba region dipping to a record low of -71oC (in 1926), this is one of the harshest environments for man and machine on the planet. The winter options include cold weather engine protection,

additional cabin heating, special low temperature hydraulic oil and lubrication, more lights and a stronger alternator to power it all. Once completed, the Terex Trucks production team disassembled the trucks into kit form at the company’s Motherwell factory, in preparation for them to be transported across the globe in three sections. Packed into crates the kits were then shipped to the Russian port of St. Petersburg. Once offloaded from the ship at St. Petersburg the machines began the epic 8,920 km journey across this vast country. First the kits were loaded onto freight trains and taken by rail for over 1,610 km to Chelyabinsk, and then onto Ust-Kut. Here the kits were transferred onto a fleet of special on-highway trucks (each hauler needed four trucks to transport) and taken a further 805 km to ALROSA’s Udachny Mine. Workshop facilities here allowed ALROSA’s experienced technicians – assisted by Terex Trucks

experts – to assemble the haulers. While the trucks were assembled the three elements of the payload body were expertly welded together and fitted to the machines. Each truck took a week to build. The machines were then given a pre-delivery inspection and approved as fit for purpose by ALROSA. The final leg of the journey – a mere 300 km – took four days, with the rigid haulers driving along ice roads cut through the forest to the mine site. “We ran into some difficulties along the way,” laughs Alexander Bonev, director of Mining Eurasia, Terex Trucks’ dealer in Russia. “The main problem was that the winter roads had begun to thaw and were too soft. At that time in April there is normally three more weeks of severe cold, but not this year. Even with the Terex Trucks’ go-anywhere driveability it was still a challenge to get the dump trucks through safely.”

Working on the Dock by the Day The General San Martín Port Workers’ Cooperative in Argentina moves over six million tons of agricultural exports a year, its dockers helped by a fleet of 79 Volvo machines. Lying on the banks of the Paraná River, 300 km upstream from the Atlantic Ocean is Rosario, Argentina’s second city and home to San Lorenzo. The area is known for its food processing industries such as edible oil, flour, soybean, wheat and maize – as well as ceramics factories and petrochemical plants. The San Lorenzo port is one of the largest and busiest export outlets in Argentina for raw food products. An incredible 85 percent of the country’s crops, oil and by-products pass through San Lorenzo and the ports of Greater Rosario. Argentina was once referred to as ‘the breadbasket of the world’, and with agricultural exports booming, this is a demanding market. With a series of port terminals stretching more than 50 km, the shipping companies need quick and efficient partners to dispatch cargo. In total about 1,000 people work 24 hours a day, every day, at the General San Martín Port Workers’ Cooperative. “The town moves at the rhythm that the port dictates,” says Herme Juárez, president of the cooperative since 1969. “The port plays such an

important role in the local community.” Juárez started out in the industry more than 50 years ago, loading and unloading the boats as they docked. After experiencing the reality of a dockworker’s life, he started organizing the cooperative and at that time, its 45 members. His aim was to give dockworkers a better life, as well as providing an efficient service to the companies that use the port. Everyone worked hard, winning more clients and the business started to grow. In 1996, Juárez realized that if they used good quality machines, they could load boats quicker, so the cooperative secured credit to invest in 10 Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) L70C-Series wheel loaders. The decision marked a milestone in the company’s history. “Due to the speed at which we can now load the boats, we are saving our clients hours of time,” adds Juárez. However, the time saved has turned out to be days not hours. Before machines were available it would have taken 20 days to load a 56,000 ton boat in tough conditions but now using Volvo wheel loaders, it takes 72 hours. And today, with the recent incorporation of 10 more Volvo L90F-Series wheel loaders with 7m3 buckets – bringing the company’s total to 79 Volvo

machines – the same vessel can be loaded in about a day, with each machine moving around 800 tons an hour. Last year, the company loaded a record 6.3 million tons of goods on to boats at the San Lorenzo and Greater Rosario ports. The company was so happy with its Volvo machines that at its end-of-year celebrations, there is always an L90 wheel loader present – its bucket filled with iced champagne! “We have achieved everything we have with Volvo – but obviously the Volvos don’t drive themselves, they are operated by people,” says Juárez. “There are many occupational hazards in dock work, but ‘people over profit’ is the rule by which any decisions are made, particularly with regard to safety and operations.” “It’s a privilege to work with General San Martín Port Workers’ Cooperative,” says Gustavo Casas, manager of key accounts in Argentina and Uruguay

for Volvo CE. “With its vision and prioritization of its workers, the cooperative is an ideal partner for Volvo CE.” One job at the docks is loading agricultural produce onto conveyer belts, which carry the products on to the ship. A single warehouse, where four Volvo wheel loaders work, houses 180,000 tons of soy flour, piled a mountainous 40 metres high. “We use the machines to push the flour through a grille in the floor on to a conveyer belt which takes it to the boat,” says operator Pedro Fydrizswski. “The job used to be dangerous because the towering mountains of tightly packed flour could have been sitting there for as long as a month and is prone to loosen unexpectedly, causing an avalanche of flour on to the machines and workers. Incorporation of the wheel loaders had reduced accidents by 95 percent.”

GRS Chooses Hyundai Utilities services company Gallagher has expanded its equipment fleet with the addition of four new Hyundai machines - a R220LC-9A excavator, a HL740-9A wheeled-loader and two new 25D – 7E forklift trucks. Gallagher is also looking at buying more Hyundai machines from local dealer EP Industries. Gallagher Ltd is a privately owned business that has grown successfully over the last 14 years to a circa £50million turnover business with its roots founded in servicing the utility sector. Today it has operations in Manchester, Kendal, Derby, Sheffield, Chesterfield and Nottingham. Gallagher provides asset delivery and maintenance services to the utilities and telecoms industries. The company works with a number of the UK’s utility companies providing end-toend managed solutions including the design, planning and installation of the company’s new or rehabilitated assets, as well as undertaking maintenance and repair work on existing assets. The new Hyundai machines will operate within GRS (Gallagher Recycling Solutions), a recycling division of Gallagher. The kit is being used on

two of the three GRS operating depots in Derby and Salford to help with the production of the company’s recycled aggregate which is made from utility trench arisings. GRS want to use the latest plant with environmental credentials to create its sustainable product. “Due to on-going demand from some customers to deliver zero to landfill solutions and more specifically our ability to provide a closed-loop recycling solution has lead us to open our third recycling facility in Sheffield in July 2014. We are committed to investing back into the businesses with the latest in innovation and fleet,” says Gallagher director Vincent O’Connor. “We wanted to pick products that have strong environmental and safety credentials and we had positive feedback from other users of Hyundai equipment in our sector. We chose to deal with EP industries because they were a local supplier with trusted product knowledge and experience with good facilities and support available for the buyer. With Gallagher being built around being sustainable, the environmental and safety credentials were what primarily attracted us to Hyundai.” Powering the R220LC-9A and the HL740-9A is a low emission, low noise, Cummins Interim Tier 4/Stage IIIB, QSB6.7 engine. This engine is complemented by a patented VGT Turbocharger, which continuously varies the airflow boost to precisely match engine RPM and load demands for optimal performance. The engine also features the Cummins Direct Flow air filter which delivers better performance with faster cycle times and improved fuel economy over previous models. The eco-friendly engine offers advanced electronic controls and a self-diagnostic system, both of which lead to reliable performance.

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