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COVER STORY
Wheel Loaders Carry
A NEW LEVEL OF CONTROL Advances in electronics and hydraulics enhance machine capabilities and control.
PRODUCTS 14 Wheel Loaders
Sort through the latest fullsize models to find the right loader for your needs.
19 Backhoe-loaders 24 Oils & Lubricants Find an assortment of fluids and other products to keep fleets running smoothly.
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B R E AKI N G G R O U N D By Becky Schultz
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THE DRAMATIC ASCENSION OF Donald Trump to President-elect has raised a number of questions, and concerns, about many of his plans and policies. Yet, less uncertainty seems to surround his positions affecting various aspects of the construction industry. He made clear his intention to heavily invest in infrastructure. The result has been a
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This page features some of the latest equipment available. You’ll find a solid sampling of both new machines and models that have been recently revamped by the manufacturers. For more information, simply fill out the reader service card following page 18 or visit the Buyers Guide at ForConstructionPros.com. R.R. Equipment
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Designed for efficient, one-person operation, the Crush-All impact or jaw crusher bucket is fully adjustable to produce nearly any size material desired. It is available in models for mounting on excavators from 20 to 45 tons and uses the carrier’s existing hydraulics/hammer kit in most cases. The attachment averages two full buckets per minute at a 2-in. minus setting, depending on operator skill level and other factors. It can be fed chunks up to 24 in. and can handle rebar and wire without problems. It incorporates only two reversible, replaceable blow bars or jaw dies, and the unit can be split in half for maintenance or transport.
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DustBoss DB-100 Fusion The DustBoss DB-100 Fusion dust control system features an atomized mist design with a range of 100 meters and the ability to deliver 140,000 sq. ft. of coverage area. A 60-hp electric fan motor coupled with 10-90 psi of inlet water pressure run through a booster pump allows for pressures as high as 250 psi total. The standard machine is fed by a manifold of 30 nozzles. The inlet stream is shattered into millions of tiny droplets in the range of 50 to 200 microns. The unit has simple, user-defined oscillation and adjustable elevation from -7º to 45º. It is powered by a 480V/150-kW generator with a John Deere 6.8-liter, Tier 3 flex diesel engine mounted on one of several dual-axle trailer options with stabilizing jacks.
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WHE E L LOA D E R S By Curt Bennink
WHEEL LOADERS CARRY A NEW LEVEL OF CONTROL Advances in electronics and hydraulics enhance machine capabilities and control.
W Many machines in this size class are offered with both Z-bar and parallel lift arm configurations. A parallel lift version is typically used as a tool carrier but can still be a capable digging machine.
heel loaders ranging from approximately 19,500- to 40,000-lb. operating weight and roughly 2- to 3.5-cu.-yd. bucket capacities often find diverse applications on today’s jobsites. Recent advancements in electronics and hydraulic systems enhance the versatility of these utility-sized machines. “You have a lot of computers today to fulfill all of the [emissions] requirements,” says Stefan Salomonsson, product specialist, Volvo Construction Equipment. “Electronics have made a huge difference in controlling an engine. You can control the injections so much more than you could before. You can really get delivery of power when you need it, and exactly how much you need and no more. With the transmission, you have much better comfort because you
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can have more precise gear shifting.” “We could not achieve the extremely accurate fuel delivery, engine/driveline control and system intelligence without the advanced electronic technology we have today,” says Brien Pleinis, manager, engineering section, Kawasaki-KCM wheel loaders. “Today’s electronic technology has allowed extremely accurate monitoring of all wheel loader systems.” Electronics have paved the way for many features, such as selectable work modes, returnto-dig, return-to-travel, ride control — all of which can be set inside the cab. “Today’s wheel loaders are also built with a variety of electronic modules and control functions throughout the machine,” says Andrew Dargatz, brand marketing manager, Case Construction Equipment. “The engine and transmission are in sync at all times vs. working as independent systems.” This ability to more closely match the engine and transmission is due to recent systems integration. “In the past, there were separate controllers available for managing those systems,” says Aaron Kleingartner, Doosan. “But now with the advanced engines and the requirement of electronics on the engine, we are more easily able to optimize the engine output to the transmission input requirements.”
Components essentially talk to each other. “Transmissions are computer controlled and take into consideration a large array of sensor inputs from not only the transmission but the engine and hydraulic system sensors, as well,” says Rob Burke, powertrain and development specialist, Kawasaki-KCM. “This allows the transmission and torque converter to operate at optimum efficiency under all conditions.”
VERSATILITY RULES This size wheel loader is not a true production machine, so purchase price becomes a key consideration. “It seems like manufacturers offering machines in this size class are trying to make a machine at lower cost as an answer to the large amount of competition,” says Salomonsson. “The bad thing about this is not many people demo them. People buy on specs and the specs on a lot of machines look the same. But if you really test the different machines, you feel the difference.” Many machines in this size class are offered with both Z-bar and parallel lift arm configurations. “The standard Z-bar configuration is preferred by most operators who perform dirt work where they are loading and moving a lot of material,” says Kleingartner. The parallel lift, or tool carrier, versions are more typically used when there is a
lot of pallet fork work. In addition to keeping the attachment level through the lift cycle, they generally provide better visibility. But that doesn’t mean the loader can’t be efficient in digging applications. “Just because a machine is a tool carrier and would work better with material handling, it is still a very capable digging machine,” says Kleingartner. Today’s utility-size loaders can often adapt capabilities to match the application. This includes selectable work modes and various options that can be selected from electronic keypads or touchscreen monitors in the cab. “The Case G Series offers four selectable working modes to help operators get the maximum out of their machine with less fuel and less wear and tear on the engine,” says Dargatz. “There are advantages to these systems as long as operators are properly trained. We’ve seen operators working in a regular working/ loading cycle with the machine set in Maximum that could just as quickly be finished in ECO mode while burning less fuel.” The application modes make dialing in the wheel loader to the application much easier. “The Auto mode is ideal for the beginning operator,” says Dargatz. “And advanced yet simple to set functions such as return-to-dig and return-totravel automate some of the operational functions that make it easier to operate and further drive efficiency.” Kawasaki-KCM loaders offer a Normal
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mode and a Power mode. “In either mode, the electronics of the machine and the engine work together and go into an Economy or ECO function for maximum fuel savings,” says Wayne Powell, senior manager, product support, KawasakiKCM Wheel Loaders. “For instance, even when the Power mode is selected, if the machine is descending a hill, the machine and engine controls recognize that minimal power is required and the ECO symbol will appear indicating a very low power state has been reached, or maximum efficiency.” Hyundai Construction Equipment offers enhanced control from the cab that allow users to tailor the loaders to the task. “The HL900 Series loaders feature a full-color, 7-in. touchscreen monitor with integrated buttons,” notes Corey Rogers, marketing manager. “An operator can quickly access many settings from the main screen of the monitor. Switching attachments is just as easy as using the integrated coupler lock button on the monitor. Four individual user settings can also be saved
cumulative bucket load weights,” says Rogers. “System measurements are displayed on the multi-function screen in the cab, providing load weight monitoring reliable enough to support production management.” Case has implemented a membrane keypad that replaces many of the rocker switches that control important machine functions. This simplifies how the operator engages with functions such as Ride Control, detent adjustments, cooling fan reversal and coupler engagement. “This membrane keypad makes it very easy for the operator to understand which features are active or inactive,” says Dargatz. The redesigned monitor mirrors much of the advanced functionality seen in the digital displays of today’s personal vehicles. “The operator can easily page between a home dashboard to screens that display machine status, trip information, the optional rear camera and machine settings,” Dargatz notes. “The monitor allows the operator to better control auxiliary hydraulic flow for better control of the attachments, easily
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maximize efficiency or productivity,” Kleingartner says. “For example, you can press a button continually and the software will just rotate though Economy, Standard and Power mode.” An indicator light on the button alerts you which mode is active.
SIMPLE YET EFFECTIVE Volvo Construction Equipment offers a different approach to operator controls. It tries to limit the number of choices. “We often get complaints that you can do too much,” says Salomonsson. “Many operators and owners don’t want
Features such as selectable work modes, return-to-dig, return-to-travel and ride control can be set inside the cab. Shown is the membrane keypad in the Case G Series wheel loaders.
within the monitor to customize machine operation for different operators or tasks.” There are even settings to assist novice operators. “For the novice operator, we offer a quick startup guide with some general operation settings applicable to most jobsites,” says Rogers. “The 7-in. touchscreen monitor is intuitive and easy to use. Also, the four individual user settings can be programmed and quickly accessed within the monitor for new operators.” To help aid productivity, an onboard weighing system has been added that is accurate to +/- 1%. “The system has automatic and manual settings for monitoring individual and
adjust power modes based on the activity, easily adjust auto idle timers to improve fuel efficiency and adjust timing of reversing fan intervals to maintain clean coolers.” Doosan has chosen to use an informational screen in the cab with separate input with buttons. “We find it is easier for the operator to push a button with a pair of gloves on,” says Kleingartner. The advancements lie in the software behind the screen providing the ability for the operator to make adjustments on selections. “That allows the operator or fleet manager to optimize the machine for the capabilities they need from it or to
a lot of switches or possibilities to change operation.” Too many options can become overwhelming. While Volvo offers work modes for the transmission that allow the shift points to change based on engine speed, the loaders also offer a simple solution in the form of an ECO pedal for the accelerator. “You have a power threshold that you don’t have to exceed very often,” says Salomonsson. “That means most often, you don’t need the full power of the engine. The ECO pedal helps ensure you only use that power when it’s needed. That saves a lot of fuel. Most of the time, with this size of machine, you don’t need to be at full throttle.” As machines get larger, the sophistication and options tend to increase. “On the L110 and up, Volvo offers Co-Pilot, a 10-in. Android-based display unit loaded with applications that deliver real-time
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intelligence to the operator,” says Salomonsson. “The wheel loader application, Load Assist, was just launched. It provides real-time load information and complete work order management functionality.”
LOAD-SENSING SYSTEMS ENHANCE CONTROL Electronic advancements have opened the door to load-sensing piston pump hydraulic systems. “Computer-controlled electronic engine controls operating on bidirectional CAN Bus networks have increased fuel economy and engine power output and reduced the amount of engine exhaust emissions,” says Burke. “This same technology has allowed us to reduce the hydraulic loads on the engine when hydraulic functions and needs are low by using computer-controlled variable-displacement piston pumps.” Gear and vane pumps commonly used in the past proved reliable and inexpensive to purchase and replace. “Piston pumps have been common in excavators for over 30 years but were expensive and required adjustments to ‘tune’ the hydraulic performance,” notes Powell. “They are, however, very efficient. Now the pumps are controlled and can be tuned instantly ‘on-the-fly’ by the machine’s computers. So we have been able to bring the precision and efficiency to wheel loaders.” Many utility size wheel loaders are moving from simple gear pumps to piston pumps. “From a hydraulics perspective, the use of load-sensing hydraulics and the ability to really manage the output required of the machine with what is required by the operator maximizes efficiency and productivity,” reports Kleingartner. “The Case G Series features an electrohydraulic, load-sensing system that allows for improved
Advancements in electronics and hydraulic systems provide an increased level of precision, which can aide with technologies such as 3D machine control. Earlier this year, Trimble Navigation introduced a 3D machine control system for wheel loaders. “Trimble GCS900 version 12.81 means big productivity gains for contractors who operate wheel loaders,” says Ryan Kunisch, marketing director for Trimble’s Civil Engineering and Construction Division. “We have seen up to a 40% increase in productivity for material placement and grading activities and typically a 25% reduction in undercutting when the GCS900 system is used.” The GCS900 machine control system for wheel loaders promises productivity gains in both fine and rough grading applications. Operators can precisely control the amount of material being graded; improve fine grading accuracy and time; and reduce the potential for undercutting the surface during material placement or removal. The system allows contractors to track material weight with a Trimble LOADRITE weighing system. In addition, material placement and grade can be monitored by adding a VisionLink Project Monitoring subscription for a more accurate and complete picture of project progress.
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The Volvo L110 and larger models with the Co-Pilot system now offer the Load Assist payload scale. More capability will be built into Co-Pilot moving forward. functionality and precise bucket and loader functions that produce less heat, require less fuel and provide speed and control options perfect for most loading applications,” says Dargatz. “Additional hydraulic circuits can also be added for greater performance and flexibility.” Volvo Construction was among the first companies to utilize load-sensing technology
in its wheel loaders. “Now we call it intelligent load sensing — using electronics to make machines and operations more efficient,” says Salomonsson. “On the L110 and up, we can set parameters to change flow and sensitivity.”
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Some of the industry’s first load-sensing systems used relatively small pumps. “With those systems, it really didn’t make a difference between load-sensing and the old-style gear or vane pumps,” says Salomonsson. “But now the industry has learned a lot — we’re moving to bigger pumps. This could never happen with a gear pump because you would stall the machine at lower revs.” Hyundai’s HL900 Series maximizes fuel economy and power on demand through variable-displacement, loadsensing hydraulic pump technology. “With improved precision and ease of operation, the electrohydraulic (EH) control system on the HL955, HL960, HL970 and HL980 models also contributes to increased productivity and reduced operator fatigue,” says Rogers. “The HL940 model will feature similar EH control technology in the near future.” Volvo Construction uses pilot controls on its smaller wheel loaders and moves to EH controls on the L110 and larger loaders. Capabilities of the EH controls increase since they are run by the computer. “There are a lot of things you can easily change with EH controls. You can do the same with pilot controls, but you have to do it in a more mechanical way,” says Salomonsson. The move from pilot controls to EH controls allowed Case to increase cab comfort on the G Series. “We no longer have that hot hydraulic oil running through the loader control right next to the operator,” Dargatz points out. “Removing that hot oil makes the cab more comfortable; [it’s] cooler for the operator. Since that hot hydraulic oil isn’t flowing through the loader arm every time it is moved, it helps make the cab quieter.” EH controls also offer more flexibility. The controls are now mounted to the seat and can be adjusted independently for maximum adjustability. Hydrostatic transmission options are also gaining a foothold with utility size loaders. Doosan recently introduced a hydrostatic transmission on its DL200. “That is really beneficial for the general contractor because of its maneuverability on the jobsite,” says Kleingartner. “It is more fuel efficient in that lower engine horsepower range... When you are maneuvering around a jobsite, you don’t have to shift as often. The machine offers two ranges instead of four on a traditional transmission, which gives the operator an easier ability to control the machine on the jobsite.” For attachment utilization, machine speed and attachment flow can now be controlled independently. ET
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The HL940TM features the Tool Master boom design with dual linkages for increased lifting capacity, improved load stability, rapid dumping capability and enhanced visibility. • Delivers 23,880 lbf. of bucket breakout force and comes with a standard 3.0-cu.-yd. bucket • 156-net-hp Cummins QSB6.7 Tier 4 Final engine • Eco Pedal, programmable auto-engine shutdown and Eco Gauge deliver up to 5% greater productivity and 10% lower fuel consumption • Large cab includes a 7-in. interactive touch screen monitor, enhanced climate control, fully adjustable, heated air ride seat, centralized control switches and significant in-cab sound reduction
The L 550 to L 586 XPower wheel loaders feature 39,022- to 71,871-lb. operating weights, tipping loads from 26,896 to 47,620 lbs., bucket capacities from 4.19 to 7.85 cu. yds. and breakout forces from 28,101 to 58,450 lbs. • Power split driveline combines hydrostatic and mechanical drives, achieving maximum efficiency in all loading cycles • Liebherr-Power-Efficiency (LPE) optimizes the interaction between the diesel engine, gearbox and working hydraulics • Incorporate stronger axles and a standard automatic self-locking differential • 191- to 354-hp Tier 4 Final engines operating at a low 1,100 to 1,300 rpms
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The Xtreme configuration extends the 388-hp 95Z7 to a 12-ton loader with a 9- or 9.8-cu.-yd. bucket to load most highway trucks in two passes. • Provides 23% more bucket capacity, 27% more breakout force and a 10% greater tipping load • Shorter, stronger loader arms and larger bore bucket hydraulic cylinder • Reinforced chassis • Increased counterweight
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Volvo L45H and L50H Wheel Loaders The L45H and L50H feature Volvo D4J Tier 4 Final engines that enable a 15% fuel efficiency improvement, plus the L50H boasts a 20% improvement in hydraulic pump capacity and 26% faster cycle times. • Torque Parallel (TP) linkage enables high breakout torque and parallel movement throughout the lifting range • Feature a hydrostatic transmission and intelligent load-sensing hydraulic system • Include front and rear 100% differential locks with a dog clutch design to improve grip and traction and heavy-duty planetary axles • Optional Boom Suspension System and Comfort Drive Control (CDC) function
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JCB 457 Tier 4 Final Loader
SDLG Tier 4 Final Wheel Loaders The 2.5-cu.-yd. L938F, 3.0-cu.-yd. L948F and 4.0-cu.-yd. L958F and L959F feature SDLG-branded SD60 Tier 4 Final engines manufactured by Deutz-Germany. • 171-gross-hp (max) L938F and L948F have 27,558- and 32,010-lb. operating weights, 14,400- and 20,700-lb.-ft. full turn tip loads and 21,132 and 34,621 lbs. of breakout force • Cabs have no threshold on the doors, reduced noise levels, joystick control, first gear kickdown on the trigger finger and improved heating/AC controls • Front and rear guard plates and guarding on the underside of the front and rear frames
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Rhino RWL186 Wheel Loader The RWL186 wheel loader has an operational weight of 41,006 lbs., 41,814-lb. breakout force and a 4.6-cu.yd. heaped bucket capacity. • 240-hp Cummins engine • Repeatable fine modulation for greater bucket control with less spillage • Electrohydraulic implement controls and load-sensing hydraulic system with simultaneous lift and tilt capabilities • Closed cab with ergonomic seat, air conditioner and radio
The 457 features a 258-hp MTU 7.7litre diesel engine that meets Tier 4 Final without a diesel particulate filter. • Fine tuning of engine, torque converter and transmission enable fuel efficiency gains of up to 16% • Standard four-speed or optional five-speed transmission • CommandPlus cab, engine, hydraulically driven on-demand cooling fan and repositioned air conditioning system contribute to a reduction in internal noise levels to 68 dB(A) • Cab features a larger interior, panoramic front windscreen, Command Driving Position, revised pedals, adjustable steering column, seat-mounted hydraulic controls and two fullcolor LCD screens
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Komatsu WA270-8 Wheel Loader Doosan DL220-5 Wheel Loader The 3.0-cu.-yd. DL220-5 is powered by a Tier 4-compliant, 160-gross-hp Doosan DL06 engine and is available in an optional high-lift configuration that provides extra dump height. • Standard configuration offers a 27,381lb. operating weight, 9-ft. 3-in. dump height and 22,706-lbf. breakout force • High-lift configuration features a 28,296lb. operating weight, 10-ft. 9-in. dump height and 25,180-lbf. breakout force • Powershift fully automatic transmission with three selectable transmission modes • Includes an improved adjustable steering column, more floor space/legroom, standard color LCD screen with fuel consumption gauge, easier to access and use dashboard keypad and two rear LED lamps
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John Deere 524K-II, 544K-II and 624K-II Wheel Loaders The 130-hp 524K-II, 163-hp 544K-II and 186-hp 624K-II utility-class loaders are powered by PowerTech Tier 4 Final engines that deliver high torque to help sustain stable boom and bucket speed in and out of the pile. • Standard five-speed transmissions with optimized gear ratio changes • Excavator-style hydraulics that sense loads and deliver the flow needed • Enhanced malfunction monitor with diagnostic and maintenance information • Brake retractors reduce brake drag and improve overall axle life
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ONE FOCUS. COMPLETE Caterpillar Updated Small Wheel Loaders The Tier 4 Final 926M, 930M and 938M and 924K, 930K and 938K feature an upgraded secondary touchscreen display module option that improves operator interface and navigation and can host special payload management and service options. • Available Payload Management system • Enhanced Auto-Lube and tire pressure monitoring option fully integrated into the secondary display and Cat VisionLink • Updated deluxe operator’s cab design with more storage, climate control, heated rear glass, external mirrors and seat-mounted controls • Cat C7.1 ACERT engine includes a clean emissions module that requires no operator intervention, plus standard or full performance mode operation
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SIMPLIFY BACKHOE-LOADER S With more features and options available than ever, manufacturers offer advice to help you determine which model will best meet your needs.
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ith the ability to dig, load and lift, as well as utilize a variety of attachments front and rear, backhoe-loaders serve as multi-functional tools in many construction fleets. Their value on the jobsite is further enhanced as manufacturers offer an ever broader range of configurations, features and options to better meet customer demands and applications. Sorting through the multitude of choices now available in backhoe-loaders can be daunting. As such, manufacturers advise you to begin by defining the application, then evaluating basic machine capabilities, features, options and serviceability to determine the best fit. This process is helpful even if you’re replacing an existing model, as needs can change over time. “The first thing to consider is how, if at all, the application changed, or does it remain the same?” suggests Norm Blair, product consultant, backhoes and tractor loaders, John Deere Construction & Forestry. “For example, is the backhoe required to do more on the job than previously? Is it digging deeper, lifting more, loading trucks, roading on the jobsite or to and from the jobsite, or carrying more attachments?”
BASIC MACHINE SPECS When spec’ing a backhoeloader, maximum dig depth is typically the starting point. “Other factors play a role, but initially it’s really about how deep a machine can dig,” says Jon Hundley, construction marketing manager, New Holland North America. Today’s full-size backhoeloaders are typically split into 14-, 15- and 17-ft. dig depths,
while compacts can dig down to about 10 ft. “It is important to determine the most common depths that the machine will be used for,” says Jeff Jacobsmeyer, product manager, tractor loader backhoes (TLBs), Kubota. “If an operator rarely has to dig over 10 ft., for example, the extra costs for machines that dig deeper can be saved.” For those requiring greater digging capabilities and reach, a number of manufacturers offer configurations with extendable dippers. For example, JCB’s extra dig configuration adds 2 ft. of dig depth on the compact 3CX and 4 ft. on full-size models, says Rafael Nunez, JCB backhoeloader product manager. An extendable dipper can offer a number of advantages. “Extra dig depth and reach allow more flexibility on the jobsite,” says Blair. “This additional reach also minimizes how often the operator has to move the machine when using the backhoe to trench or for other applications, potentially increasing productivity.” This added ability comes within the same machine footprint. Hundley notes that a hydraulic extendable dipper (HED) on a New Holland B95C provides an extra 3 ft. of extension to the backhoe all while maintaining the machine’s compact size. Consequently, he says, “The HED take-up rate from our customers is very high.” Lifting capability is another key consideration for both the front and rear of the machine. “If a customer is using the loader bucket to lift heavier items, such as steel plates or pallets of pipe, look at the loader end specifications to determine if a machine is the right size,” Blair advises. “As for the backhoe end, an
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Onboard monitors and telematics systems on today’s backhoeloaders are enabling contractors to better manage machine operation and maintenance to ensure maximum uptime and peak performance. operator may also require the machine to lift heavier items such as pipe or manholes, so a customer has to consider the lift specifications of the backhoe end.” Before selecting a backhoeloader, determine the types of loads it is likely to lift or carry. “If the machine will be used to lower materials into a trench, it is wise to know the weights of those items to not only lift and boom with the backhoe, but also to move loads that will be required with the front-end loader,” Jacobsmeyer advises. When sizing buckets, Blair
recommends matching the loader bucket size to the amount of material to be carried, while ensuring the machine is capable of lifting the weight of the load to full height. Because a variety of attachments are commonly used with backhoe-loaders, also take into account the hydraulic flow capabilities of the machine. “Contractors must do some homework to determine flow rate requirements of attachments that will be installed in the future,” says Jacobsmeyer. It’s easier and less costly to spec the machine now to ensure
it has the capabilities you may need later. “Auxiliary flow outlets can be added to the rear of the machine for backhoe work with breaker and thumb attachments, and auxiliaries to the front loader to run accessories like grapple buckets and sweepers, for example,” says Jacobsmeyer.
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R SELECTION CONSIDER POWER AND SIZE Engine and hydraulic horsepower are important considerations — especially hydraulic horsepower. “It’s what gives you breakout force and digging depth for both the backhoe and the loader,” says Hundley. “It’s really gpm that is the force behind what you are doing.” Engine horsepower becomes a bigger consideration with models in the mid-70-hp range. “Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) is required on engines above [74 hp] to meet Tier 4 Final emissions,” says Jacobsmeyer. “Rental customers and entry-level operators appreciate the fact that DEF is not needed in machines under 75 hp, where a diesel oxidation catalyst and diesel particulate filter will meet current emissions standards. Purchase costs are also usually lower on these 74-hp machines because there are no expensive DEF exhaust aftertreatment systems.”
be attracted to the lower hp machines, while larger companies will probably have a service truck with dedicated people who can routinely maintain machines that require DEF.” Generally, the higher the horsepower, the larger the machine. Machine size and weight can affect both the ability to work in confined conditions and transportation requirements to and from the jobsite. “Compact machines can work in areas that other machines just can’t fit, causing less collateral damage such as breaking sidewalks,” says Jacobsmeyer. “The weight of the machine also determines the ability to safely transport the unit in many cases. Kubota compact TLBs range from a B26 with a weight of 4,000 lbs. to the M62 that weighs in at just under 9,000 lbs. The DOT requires a CDL and larger trucks to transport machines considered ‘full size.’”
advanced features can come down to the hours of operation per day. “If it will be a machine that someone will hop in and out of a couple times a day for utility type work, a more basic machine can be a good choice,” says Adams. “But if an operator will sit in the cab for six to 10 hours a day, or use it for transportation between jobsites, choosing a machine with advanced features can create a more comfortable environment for working long hours.” Advanced features can include ECO mode for fuel savings; flow sharing valves for improved operator control and multi-functional performance on the back end; load-sensing hydraulics for power on demand; pilot controls with pattern changers; and integrated tool carrier configurations that are designed specifically for tool attachment flexibility. “Features and options can add value to the customer, the application and the business,” says Blair. He cites such features as cab comforts, ride control, autoshift transmissions, extendable dippersticks, auxiliary hydraulics and quick couplers. “Although adding options ultimately affects the purchase price, I see customers trying to make these machines as versatile as they can for their jobsites and their businesses.” Such add-ons can also boost the resale value. “Make sure the machine you are buying fits your needs. But if you think you will ever resell the machine, make sure it is marketable,” says Nunez. “Features such as fourwheel drive, extending dippers, one-way and bidirectional flow pipe work options, etc., make the machine more versatile and add to its value. Operators are
It’s important to determine the most common dig depths that the backhoe will be used for to avoid acquiring more machine, at a higher cost, than you actually need. “If a contractor is looking for an entry-level machine, our 415 is less than 75 hp, while our 416 has nearly identical specs but higher engine horsepower that requires DEF,” says Dustin Adams, product application specialist, Caterpillar. “Smaller owner/operators may
PAYBACK POTENTIAL OF ADVANCED FEATURES Once general machine capabilities are addressed, it’s time to look at features and options that can enhance performance, flexibility and ease of operation. The choice between a basic backhoe-loader vs. one with
always looking for performance, as well, such as high-horsepower machines that offer better roading and loading capabilities. “Comfort is also important,” he adds, “so look for options such as air ride seats, heated seats, etc., to make the operator comfortable.”
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OPTIMIZE LOADER OPERATION Pay particular attention to available transmission options. “Powershift transmissions and autoshift transmissions tend to give the operator more flexibility, as well as potentially enhancing productivity when pushing material with the loader, loading trucks or transporting the machine across the jobsite, or from one jobsite to another,” Blair points out. Kubota’s line of TLBs provides a hydrostatic transmission with selectable speed range. “This gives the operator more precise control when doing loader work,” says Jacobsmeyer. Hydrostatic transmissions are also available in some JCB models. “They provide a 25-mph road speed to enhance performance for operators when moving around the jobsite, or from jobsite to jobsite,” says Nunez in reference to the 3CX Compact. Another popular feature among John Deere customers is mechanical front-wheel drive. “It allows the backhoe more versatility depending on ground conditions,” Blair states. “It can also enhance productivity and operator machine control.” Plus, it can have a positive effect on resale or trade-in value.
CONTROL AND AUTOMATION OPTIONS Machine controls can have a dramatic effect on performance and ease of operation. Pilot and electrohydraulic (EH) controls can offer greater control and improved ergonomics for the operator compared to mechanical valves. JCB offers manual controls and two types of pilot controls — EasyControl and Advanced EasyControl. “EasyControl is designed to feel like manual controls,” says Nunez. This can be a good choice for operators who may be less comfortable with full excavator-style pilot controls. “The excavator end is controlled by seat-mounted pilot controls while the loader end is controlled by a manual lever. Our Advanced EasyControl is full pilot controls where everything is seat mounted for both loader and backhoe functions.” Caterpillar offers pilot controls with pattern changer as an upgrade option for entry-level machines, and standard on higher-spec models. “The pattern changer offers the ability
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to change between backhoe and excavator patterns,” says Adams. “Because so many operators are used to running excavators, they can switch to the excavator pattern and run that same style in our backhoes. They can easily jump into the machine and be familiar with its operation because the functions of the joystick will be the same.” Other available features are designed to automate certain functions — for example, those related to ride, such as New Holland’s Glide Ride and JCB’s Smooth Ride System. “Glide Ride is essentially a shock-absorbing system for the loader. If a contractor is doing loader work and transporting a full bucket, it will keep the bucket level,” says Hundley. “In our machines, it is an automatic system with a speed sensor. Contractors don’t have to remember to turn it off. When a certain speed is achieved, the system will turn on... to cushion the load during transport. When the machine slows down to dump the load, it will automatically turn off.” JCB offers a full suite of automatic features — AutoTHROTTLE, AutoDRIVE, AutoBOOMLOCK, AutoSTABILIZERS and AutoIDLE — designed to make it easier for the operator to
An extendable dipper option can enable the operator to dig deeper and reach further, reducing the need to reposition the machine. perform repetitive tasks. “There are so many tasks that are done repetitively 10, 20, even 30 times a day… such as setting engine rpm,” says Nunez. “With these automatic features, we have made it simpler to operate the machine by automating many tasks.”
ALTERNATIVE CONFIGURATIONS Caterpillar integrated tool carrier (IT) models can simplify attachment work and make the machine more productive. “If a contractor will do a lot of lifting/loading and carrying, an IT backhoe features a quick coupler that allows the ability to switch tools quickly,” says Adams. “The loader arms are also designed to provide better breakout forces, and a true parallel lift provides better dump/loading clearances.” JCB offers parallel lift on its machines, as well. This makes it easier to use attachments such as forks. “It also works great for the loader bucket,” says Nunez. “As you lift the load, you won’t lose material.” Additional configuration options for JCB machines include a side shifting carriage that provides the ability to dig a square trench without repositioning the machine; and a line of 4CX Super models that have
equal size tires on the front and back for wheel loader performance in a backhoe.
CONSIDER SERVICEABILITY “Serviceability is important in backhoe-loaders because when they are purchased, they are typically kept for a long time,” says Hundley. “We see more and more customers interested in talking about serviceability today,” agrees Blair. He stresses the importance of viewing service from the operator’s standpoint, as well as the technician who will be servicing the machine. Because operators should perform a daily check before starting the machine, a simplified process and easy access to serviceable parts can help ensure those tasks are actually completed. “The key to a long life cycle is ease of serviceability and daily maintenance to encourage operators to take better care of the machines,” says Adams. The positioning of everything from grease zerks to replacement filters is important, says Jacobsmeyer. “If a component is ‘out of sight,’ then the possibility of being ‘out of mind’ can allow it to be easily overlooked,” he points out.
“[The ability to] check oil levels from one side of the machine without having to climb up on it, and having grease points that are easy to access, make the job easier and more likely to be done,” says Blair, “thereby having a positive effect on maximizing component life.” Features found on today’s backhoe-loaders provide the ability to monitor the machine from a serviceability standpoint and manage it from an operational side, both onboard and remotely. “Onboard monitors alert operators to any potential issues with the machine on the display with a diagnostic trouble code, as well as with full text. This system monitor also includes component fluid levels,” Blair explains. Remote capability comes in the form of telematics that can send alerts to the customer and/or dealer via cell phone or computer, as well as provide diagnostic capability. “These components have proven to be very helpful
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to customers and have a positive effect on maximizing machine component life,” says Blair. “Telematics also allow a customer to manage their machines by looking at data such as idle time, fuel usage and more to help maximize productivity, potentially reducing costs and creating a positive impact on the business.” JCB’s AutoCHECK is a similar system for simplifying service and maintenance. “As soon as an operator keys on the machine, it runs through all of the daily fluid and engine checks, letting the operator know if it’s safe to crank the engine,” says Nunez. “It’s a great way to ensure daily checks are being done.” Contractors can then remotely monitor JCB machines via the LiveLink telematics solution. The system collects data about the health of the machine and alerts the contractor of potential problems before they become serious, making it easier to schedule service. ET
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Kubota L47 and M62 Tractor-loader-backhoes The 47.1-gross-hp L47 and 63-grosshp M62 four-wheel-drive loader and landscaper utility tractors feature Kubota Tier 4 Final engines and hydrostatic transmissions, and are available in tractor-loader (TL) or tractor-loaderbackhoe (TLB) configurations. • L47 boasts a 10-ft. digging depth and a bucket digging force of 5,825 lbs., while the M62 has a 14-ft. digging depth and a 6,572-lb. bucket digging force • Lever-engaged backhoe crawling mode • Feature an independent PTO, 27% more foot space when operating the backhoe, throttle-up switch, low-effort electronic throttle lever and PTO switch
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The 68-net-hp 415F2 uses a C3.4B Tier 4 Final engine that does not require diesel exhaust fluid, and the 416F2, 420F2 and 430F2 use the Tier 4 Final C4.4 ACERT with ratings of 87, 93 and 108 net hp. • 420F2 and 430F2 available with single-tilt and Integrated Tool Carrier (IT) front linkage • Four-wheel drive standard on the 430F2 and available for other models • Feature 14.25- to 15.33-ft. maximum dig depths and 7,276- to 10,067-lb. stick dig force • Pilot-operated joystick controls with in-cab pattern changers standard on the 420F2 and 430F2 and optional on the 415F2 and 416F2 • Load-sensing, variable-displacement piston pump
John Deere 710L Backhoe-loader The 710L has a 17-ft. 3-in. dig depth and features a 148-hp Deere PowerTech Plus 4.5L, Tier 4 Final engine and standard PowerShift transmission for travel speeds up to 23 mph. • Pressure-compensated load-sensing (PCLS) hydraulics • Standard ride control • Multi-language monitor can be used to program time-specific functions, such as auto shutdown and auto idle • Lift Mode feature provides an additional 10% craning boost • Standard Economy mode and variablespeed electronically controlled fan help to conserve power and fuel and reduce noise
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New Holland Tier 4 Final C Series Backhoe-loaders The B95C, B95C TC (tool carrier), B95C LR (long reach) and B110C feature 97- to 110-gross-hp Tier 4 Final emissions-compliant engines with SCR technology, plus improved engine response, fuel efficiency and serviceability. • Provide 12,933-lbf. backhoe bucket breakout forces and 3,940-lb. lift capacities at 12 ft. • Optional Auto Glide Ride control • 74-gross-hp U80C tractor-loader has a curved boom design and reverse-mounted boom cylinders, automatic hydraulic self-leveling and a Category II 3-point hitch
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Case 580 Super N Wide Track Backhoe-loader The 97-hp 580 Super N Wide Track backhoe-loader provides higher bucket breakout forces (15,070 lbs.) and lifting capacities (3,761 lbs.) with standard Power Lift technology. • Comes standard with a limited-slip axle for intuitive operation • Available engine ECO Mode, Speed Selectable Automatic (4WD) Ride Control and Comfort Steer • Features a Fiat Powertrain (FPT) Tier 4 Final engine with selective catalytic reduction technology • Standard SiteWatch telematics
Rhino RBH Loader-backhoes The RBH loader-backhoes come with front and back hydraulic lines for accessories and attachments. • Operational weight of 15,432 lbs. with a rated load of 6,603 lbs. and 9,892-lb. maximum loader breakout force • 99-hp Cummins 4BT4 engine • Come fully equipped with closed cab, A/C, 4x4 and diff-lock • Loader boost provides more force to lift material
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Proper selection and maintenance can keep land clearing and site prep projects on track.
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electing and maintaining a mobile mulcher can be a little more involved than it first appears. There are many choices that have a direct impact on performance, uptime and ROI. Technical advances in mobile mulcher tractor hydraulic systems have resulted in higher flows and pressures. “The need to maintain the systems that operate these machines has become ever more important due to the increased hydraulic flows and pressures that the machines create to be efficient,” says Rob Haines, sales representative, Bron. This has also made it critical to match the proper attachment to the tractor. “Looking beyond necessary safety guarding of the tractor, matching the mulcher attachment and the tractor can play a significant role in the return on investment,” says Mike Slattery, Fecon. “The mulcher industry has evolved significantly over the past 11 years to provide many choices that make it possible to tailor equipment to specific needs. On the mulcher attachment, buyers and renters should look at rotor diameter, type, tools, rpm and bearing size, [and the] type and size of hydraulic motor (unless it will be on a PTO tractor), mulcher width and mulcher weight.”
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Hydraulic failures are one of the most common reasons for downtime. “When researching mulchers, keep in mind that higher hydraulic flows in combination with high pressure can result in a shorter life of the main hydraulic components,” says Jeff Bradley, Recycling and Forestry product manager, Vermeer. Hydraulic systems on mulchers face multiple demands. “The tracks or wheels of the machine are used frequently, while the attachment pumps are steadily working to drive the mulcher rotor,” says Slattery. “This means two significant hydraulic circuits are drawing from the available engine power simultaneously and steadily throughout the day.” Couple this with the material generated during the mulching process and it places higher demands on hydraulic cooling. Be sure to clean out debris to keep temperatures under control and prevent possible fires. “Mulchers are dynamic machines that require attention in order to prevent costly downtime,” says J.R. Bowling, vice president, Rayco. “Common issues we find are that operators don’t inspect and/or clean the cooling systems, debris screens and belly pans. As a result, the
machines tend to run hot and experience overheat shutdowns, oil leaks and component failure. The operators can easily prevent these issues by making inspection and periodic cleaning part of their maintenance routine.” Haines agrees, adding, “Ignoring engine, hydraulic and powertrain maintenance will quickly lead to extreme costs with early failures in these highdemand machines.”
PAY ATTENTION TO CUTTING EDGES Different mulcher tool options can have a dramatic impact on performance and tool life. “Consider jobsite conditions including abrasiveness of vegetation and soils, the amount of rock or foreign debris that is present and the type of vegetation,” advises Slattery. Most brands will offer tool options such as standard carbides and knife tools (also called planer tools). “Standard carbide tools provide a good all-purpose solution balancing wear life, durability and productivity,” says Slattery. “Knife tools are used for faster cutting and finer sizing in fewer passes. Some brands have other options including more robust carbide tools for extremely rocky or abrasive conditions.” “Matching the tip style to
A dedicated mulcher tractor is more likely to have a rugged design with the required safety features built specifically for forestry applications. the material type being processed is a good way to help you get the maximum longevity and productivity from a mobile mulcher,” says Bradley. “Determine what material type will be processed and match the mulcher head features to maximize productivity. If you will be mulching larger diameter materials, then a planer-style mulching head with depth control rings can help decrease your time to process the larger material, and provide a more controlled size of mulch product left on the ground.” An item as simple, and overlooked, as changing tools (teeth) can have a major impact on uptime and machine life, as well. “Changing teeth will help reduce fuel consumption by keeping teeth with good cutting edges so mulching operations happen easier,” says Haines. “Changing teeth as needed also helps keep the mulcher drum in good balance, thus reducing unnecessary vibration and shake into the machine. Unbalanced drums will virtually shake a machine apart.”
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WEIGH DEDICATED MULCHERS VS. ATTACHMENTS There are both advantages and disadvantages when it comes to a dedicated mobile mulcher vs. an attachment. “If the head is dedicated to the tractor, that means it has been designed specifically for the tractor,” notes Bradley. “It also means the tractor is more likely to have a more rugged design with required safety features built specifically for the forestry application.” As J.R. Bowling, vice president, Rayco, points out, dedicated units are built to stay cleaner, run cooler, provide more cutting power, be more durable, have safer cabs and be easier to maintain than, say, a compact track loader. “They also have features like hydraulic winches and heavy-duty guarding built into their design, not added on as an afterthought,” he states. “If you are going to be mulching most of the time and using other implements occasionally, then chances are you will benefit from a dedicated mulcher. There’s simply no compact track loader, tractor or skid steer out there that is designed to hold up to the rigors of mulching on a day-in, day-out basis.” Where attachments are popular is when you want to maximize utilization of a tractor and do not have enough work to keep a dedicated mulcher tractor busy. “The largest advantage [of ] using an attachment on a carrier as opposed to a dedicated unit is the ability to use that carrier for other jobs when the mulcher is not needed,” says Lee Smith, product manager, FAE USA. “Both solutions work, so it is a matter of defining the needs of the operation first,” says Slattery. “The attachment solution often means a mulcher will be mounted on a carrier that is capable of running different attachments, which provides versatility. They are not necessarily equipped as standard with appropriate forestry guarding or, in some cases, cooling capacity. “In many cases, these carriers are less likely to deliver as much available engine power to the mulching attachment when compared to a purpose-built... mulching carrier,” he continues. “But going the attachment route often comes at a lower cost of entry and greater versatility for the buyer.”
MATCH ATTACHMENTS TO THE TASK A proper match between the mulcher attachment and carrier
Proper matching of the mulcher attachment and tractor can play a significant role in the return on investment. Many choices are now available to tailor the equipment to specific requirements. is critical. “If you have a heavyduty attachment that needs high flow and high pressure attached to a low-horsepower, low-pressure unit, you will cause issues with the carrier,” Smith explains. “On the other hand, if you have a weaker built head on a highhorsepower, high-flow unit, it will quickly cause structural issues to the attachment.” Choosing the best mulcher attachment for your operation is an important decision. “First, you need to identify what the requirements are for your work,” says Bradley. “For example, what size material is acceptable to be left on the ground? Next, you need to identify all the possible ground conditions that you may be working in and ensure the mulching head has the ability to perform in these conditions. This may be as simple as changing between a planer-style tip and an IR hammer tip.”
the carrier both in terms of size and weight, as well as the drive type (hydraulic, PTO, etc.). The next consideration is the tooth/ knife setup. This is often a matter of considering the types of vegetation that will be cleared, as well as the ground and soil conditions.” “Matching the tractor to the mulcher is a critical step in the process to help reduce the possible hydraulic component failures due to higher flow or pressure than what is recommended for the mulching head,” says Bradley. “The tractor will have a similar cost of operation regardless of what head is installed. Therefore, it is important to match the hydraulic capacity of the head closely with the hydraulic capacity of the tractor to get the best possible performance.” The work to be performed drives the proper match of attachments to power units. “For
Attachments are popular if you want to maximize utilization of a tractor and do not have enough work to keep a dedicated mulcher tractor busy. It’s necessary to determine the correct head style for your application. “Generally, there are two mower head styles: rotary-style mower decks, often called ‘brush hogs,’ and drum-style mulcher heads. There are varieties of each style,” says Bowling. “No matter which style you choose, select a mulcher attachment that fits
example, the requirements of the machine to work in softwoods, hardwoods or scrub brush are all very different,” Haines points out. “Proper matching of horsepower to mulching head will have a direct effect on productivity and longevity of machines. Purchasing a small machine to do large-scale work will take a
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very long time and the life of the machine could be shortened due to the high demands on that machine and working it over capacity. The opposite is true for large machines, as buying a large machine for small work will have a high initial cost and much more work will be required to keep it busy.” Physical dimensions also come into play. “Overall machine dimensions may dictate the unit used to accomplish the required work,” says Haines. “Width of the area to be cleared will determine the size of the machine required.” “When it comes to overall width of the mulcher, most operators prefer the mulcher at least cover the width of the tracks or wheels,” says Slattery. “Of course a wider head means more weight, so also consider the lifting capacity of the tractor and how balance may change as the mulcher is raised through the entire range of motion. If the balance is not reasonably maintained... an increase in ground pressure could result in one area of the machine. That could lead to greater ground disturbance or sinking to the point of getting stuck.” Double check the tractor and attachment specs to ensure compatibility. “Rotor diameter, type, tools and rpm should be compared with tractor horsepower and hydraulic flow and pressure, balancing available power with rotor inertia, material intake and cutting efficiency,” says Slattery. “Where the mulcher is hydraulically powered, the motor size and type should be compared with available power, as well.” There are different hydraulic motor options available. “The industry has for the most part standardized on variable-speed motors that present a balance of torque and speed to the rotor, automatically adjusting under different load conditions for maximum production,” says Slattery. “But it is important to have enough displacement and
to have the proper shift point in the variable motor to get the best performance. “For example, there is greater torque potential in a skid-steer application with a 107cc variable-speed motor vs. a 70cc variable-speed motor,” he elaborates. “Both can achieve high-end rotor rpm under lighter loads. But as hydraulic pressure rises and the motor shifts to maximum displacement, the available torque of the 107cc motor will be measurably higher. “Going further, the motors typically shift based on a specific pressure setting by the manufacturer,” he continues. “Shifting too early or too late can have a big impact on performance. Getting that right depends on tractor variables, including the available flow, maximum system pressure and available horsepower. This can be different based on the type of rotor technology in the mulcher, as well. For example, a depth-controlled rotor is often run at higher rpm than a smooth drum rotor.”
UNDERSTAND THE TRADE-OFFS Make sure you really understand all of the variables that impact performance and enlist the help of industry experts. “People are sometimes told one type of rotor is better than another, that motor size does not really matter, or that knife tools are the best and only option,” Slattery comments. “Such claims are simply not true and cause first-time buyers great confusion. It is best to start working with sales representatives that ask what your needs are. “Any mulcher will mulch, but things like rotor and tool type can make a big difference in performance and price,” he adds. “Carbide tools vs. knife tools are one of the big discussion points. Smooth drum rotors vs. depth control or bite limiting rotors are another important discussion. Motor size and type significantly impact performance and price.” ET
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IMPROVE PRODUCTIVITY AND PERFORMANCE WITH AUTOMATED LUBRICATION Proper lubrication is integral to ensuring the functionality of components and systems within heavy-duty machinery. “If there’s a bushing, bearing or gear, something that is rotating or sliding in agricultural, construction and mining machines, it’s going to require lubrication,” says Peter Laucis, Director of Portfolio Management – ALS Products, SKF Lubrication Business Unit. “[And] the heavier the loads, the more aggressive and dirty the environment, the [greater the] need for lubrication.” While manual lubrication is still the norm in many applications, use of automated lubrication systems (ALS) is becoming a more prevalent alternative to help minimize downtime, improve overall quality and safety through preventive maintenance. With an ALS, lubricant can be applied exactly when and where it’s needed while the machine is running. Manual lubrication requires the machine to be stopped before lubricant can be applied, and may require a person to climb onto the machine, which can be a safety issue. In addition to helping increase safety and productivity for equipment owners, Laucis says OEMs can also benefit from integrating an ALS into their equipment. “It can extend warranty and performance, and it can maintain the unit running at various conditions under the design the machine was geared to do.” To learn more about automated lubrication systems, how they work and the potential benefits to your operation, visit ForConstructionPros.com/12263015.
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INExpo International, held every four years in Las Vegas, is viewed as the premier exposition of mining equipment and services. While focused on the mining industry, the products and technologies exhibited often migrate downward over time, making their way into more moderately sized machines commonly found on construction jobsites. Following is a synopsis of some of the most intriguing technology highlighted at the 2016 event. It’s not farfetched to imagine at least a portion of this technology being applied to construction vehicles, equipment and/or jobsites in some form in the not so distant future. To read more about these and other products featured at MINExpo International, visit ForConstructionPros.com and OEMOffHighway.com.
At a press event just prior to MINExpo, Caterpillar demonstrated its Command remote operator console for dozers by allowing journalists to operate a D11T dozer — located at a site south of Tucson, AZ — from the meeting room in Caesar’s Palace. This technology is a building block of Caterpillar’s Command system that supports full scalability all the way from the Remote Operator Console to Semi-Autonomous Dozing. It provides Situational Awareness with 2D computer-generated imagery, as well as a Tactical Planner System that features real-time terrain mapping via GNSS. The system reacts in real time to mapped environmental changes, and is designed to handle operator interventions quickly and smoothly. The remote control system will be available only on the D10T, D11T and D11T carrydozer. A step-based approach to SemiAutonomous Dozing allows customers to introduce additional technology when they are ready while leveraging their initial investment.
SCANIA SITE OPTIMISATION TARGETS WASTE With mine operators around the world facing overcapacity and low commodity prices, their need for “lean” efficiency measures is becoming crucial. Scania Site Optimisation brings the company’s own experience in lean production in truck manufacturing to the mining sector. “Scania Site Optimisation is a framework of tools and methods which identifies inefficiencies in logistical flows,” explains Björn Winblad, head of Scania Mining. “We are able to find and target bottlenecks in those flows using information relayed to us from communication units in each vehicle. That helps us map the flow in the mine — such as where the trucks load and unload — and provides us with data that we can analyze. “Based on our analysis, we can provide the customer with a choice of services, products and actions to help them improve efficiency,” he adds. Scania Site Optimisation measures and evaluates production performance factors in five aspects: 1. T ime (cycle time, uptime, queues of trucks, etc.) 2. Road (route design, maintenance, etc.) 3. Load (equipment matching, overloading, spilling, etc.) 4. Safety (overspeeding, etc.)
CABLESS AUTONOMOUS HAULER Komatsu Ltd.’s “Innovative Autonomous Haulage Vehicle” proved to be quite a show stopper at MINExpo. It was developed exclusively as an unmanned haul truck with no cab. Komatsu plans a market introduction in the near future. The vehicle applies equal load to the four wheels, both when loaded and unloaded, and adopts four-wheel drive, retarder and steering. As a result, it can deliver high-performance shuttling in forward and reverse travel directions, eliminating the need for K-turns at loading and unloading sites. The company expects the vehicle to especially improve productivity at mines with challenging conditions, such as slippery ground due to frequent rain/snow fall or confined spaces for loading. WATCH THIS CONCEPT VEHICLE IN ACTION AT ForConstructionPros.com/12262069.
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INNOVATIVE AC DRIVE DEBUTS ON 100-TON HAULER The Liebherr T 236 mining truck carries up to 100 metric tons and incorporates the vertically integrated Litronic Plus Generation 2 AC drive system with advanced Active Front End technology. By making efficient use of electrical energy during retarding events, the drive system delivers controlled engine speed with almost no fuel consumption. Vertical integration of Liebherr-designed and manufactured components ensures the powertrain components achieve optimal system efficiency and performance throughout the full range of applications. A variable hydraulic system lowers machine parasitics to provide maximum power while lowering fuel consumption when power is not required. High take-off torque and continuous power to ground capability make the truck less sensitive to grade and payload variations. The T 236 also incorporates an oil-immersed braking system with four-corner retarding capabilities. The first prototypes of the T 236 are undergoing field functional and performance testing with an official product launch to follow.
Hitachi showcased a number of technological advancements during MINExpo, most notably Autonomous Haulage and Aerial Angle systems. The Autonomous Haulage System leverages technologies developed for Hitachi Ltd.’s automotive and railroad solutions, as well as Wenco’s fleet management and dispatch system. The system features automated navigation and route optimization; the ability to negotiate traffic conditions; optimized accelerating, braking and steering control; site awareness and forward collision warning; and fleet management for overall supervisor control. “As a fully integrated system, our autonomous haulage system... results in a truck that can determine the most efficient paths without constant communication with traffic control,” says Craig Lamarque, division manager, Hitachi Mining Division - Americas. The Aerial Angle system enhances visibility for operators and alerts them to objects in close proximity to the haul truck on jobsites. It consists of two main components: a peripheral vision system with object detection technology and a forward collision warning system. The peripheral vision system offers an overview of the machine’s surroundings by composing images from four exterior cameras in real time while the truck is in stationary mode. The monitor displays objects in close proximity to the truck and highlights the image on the screen for the operator. The system also provides an audible alert. When the truck is traveling, the forward mode leverages millimeter wave radar to detect objects and warn the operator of a possible collision based on location of the object and speed of the truck. Operators are alerted to objects through audible and visual alerts. “This technology addresses the important customer issues of enhancing operator awareness, improving productivity and reducing life-cycle costs,” says Lamarque.
BIRD’SEYE VIEW OF A SITE Trimble allowed MINExpo attendees to experience the possibilities of augmented reality (AR) thanks to a partnership with Microsoft. Trimble demonstrated an AR headset that transformed its booth into a virtual mine. As you hovered around
the mine, you were able to see where materials had been moved during the day through a series of vectored lines. You could “fly” around the mine and get a feel for what had happened during the day. If any paydirt was accidentally discarded with the overburden, it became immediately obvious.
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Hitachi’s Aerial Angle system enhances visibility for operators and alerts them to objects in close proximity to the haul truck.
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This is a view of the detailed content available in the virtual reality projection technology that Caterpillar engineers use to evaluate designs. Adaptations to augmented reality field service tools could dramatically improve support when troubleshooting difficult machine problems.
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Recent developments in virtual reality are signaling a vastly expanded world of computer-enhanced jobsite vision.
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aterpillar has been using virtual reality (VR) technology in machine design for 20 years, and recently commercialized the first application of augmented reality (AR) to heavy equipment service. What these technologies do today might seem esoteric and, perhaps, a little anti-climactic given the hoopla VR and AR devices are generating in the consumer electronics sphere. But the path to a new world of machine operating and service begins to take shape when you consider how these technologies could easily be combined and delivered to operators and technicians in the field. Cat engineers load a machine’s CAD files into a virtual reality program and step into a VR “cave” where 3D images are projected on the walls to immerse the user in the details of a machine. From sitting in the cab, to slicing through body panels, castings and components with the swipe of a virtual wand, they can access every nut and bolt on a machine in 1:1 scale without ever having to lift a wrench. Cat partnered with computer video card manufacturer Invidia and its VR software supplier to push the performance of the HTC Vive consumer VR headset by a factor of 20 to be able to run a very similar version on the head-mounted display.
“This is a full, 100% representation of our product — our CAD file, the same file we use to build a D6,” says Galen Faidley, senior engineering project team leader at Caterpillar. “And it is running at full frame rates on a single desktop computer with one graphics card. This is technology that’s only a few months old.” The development will eventually immerse a lot more engineers in virtual machines, since the personal computer and VR goggles are far less expensive than projection-based technologies, and far more portable. Bigger implications include adapting the CAD content to service and repair processes. At the same time, Caterpillar announced the license of live support video calling that uses
AR to show a technical expert in a remote location a machine problem that’s stumping a technician in the field. The tech calls the expert, points his phone or tablet camera at the problem area of the machine and the expert on the other end can see what’s going on. The expert can annotate the image he’s seeing, and the notes show on the technician’s end, as well. So communication is clearer and more productive. This technology is being offered to Cat dealers today. Integrating the CAD information in exchanges with remote experts will likely be an important future step in helping technicians conquer the toughest troubleshooting challenges. The depth of the CAD content offers an incredibly detailed window
A NEW VIEW ON SAFETY Caterpillar recently demonstrated a third application for computer-enhanced reality that displays vital safety and performance information directly in front of the machine operators’ eyes. Cat showed a proof of concept with a mostly empty, static cab and a pair of Microsoft Hololens AR glasses. The display in the glasses replaces the buttons and switches in the cab with a visual electronic interface the operator can manipulate through the AR headset. “If this was a car, you could say I left you the steering wheel, the gas pedal and the brake. All the electronics on the dashboard disappear. When you put on the AR headset, all that functionality comes back into view,” says Lonnie Johnson, augmented reality and virtual reality technology portfolio manager at Caterpillar. “The physical electronic components are gone from the cab, but the capability for you
to control all of those functions is in the augmented reality headset.” The next step is to develop a proof of concept that replaces switch panels and displays with the goggles in a working machine. The benefits far exceed “gee whiz.” The headset becomes a programmable key to the machine. If a walk-around is required before going to work, the headset can be programmed not to show the operator the machine’s start button until the inspection is completed. The operator can change the size and location of displays of views from safety cameras, gauges and indicators. The goggles can show the operator warnings and location indications when laborers, who are wearing RFID tags, are on the ground in their working area. AR technology can also overlay information from intelligent compaction or grade control systems in 1:1 scale on the operator’s view of the jobsite, enabling enhanced visualization of both the project’s objectives and the work being completed. ET
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ast month, we discussed tax planning for the balance of 2016 and steps to reduce taxes in 2017 and beyond. Well, we can now add some thoughts into the mix based on the election results. Here are three things to consider: ˜˜ Trump plans to cut taxes for both corporations and individuals. ˜˜ Trump will make international companies holding offshore profits at bay an offer they cannot refuse — bring it back at 10%! ˜˜ There is discussion about using the repatriation tax money to fund infrastructure spending. So far, nothing bad here for contractors, equipment manufacturers or rental companies. In terms of tax rates, the big deal is the proposed 15% flat tax on corporations. C-Corps will start to look better going forward even though there is still unfavorable tax treatment when you sell C-corp assets. It is no secret the U.S. has the highest corporate tax rate among developed nations. We are also the only industrialized nation that taxes companies no matter where the income is earned. Even with that being the case, we allow the tax on non-U.S. profits to be deferred until they are brought into the country. I believe that the spread between the cost of manufacturing offshore vs. being produced in the U.S. has diminished to the point where manufacturing can be shifted back here. Extremely low energy costs together with current productivity levels compare very favorably against lower foreign wages, much higher energy costs and the cost of shipping goods back to the U.S. If those funds are brought back to the U.S., I have to believe some of it will be invested to restore manufacturing in this country. Still nothing bad here for the construction industry. We could see a lot of new work updating industrial centers throughout the U.S. or building new modern facilities.
Editor’s note: The following is based on proposals made during the election campaign. Actual policies enacted may differ from those proposed. Both President-elect Trump and the House want to eliminate the estate tax, which is 40% for estates larger than $5.45 million. I assume most readers are not worried about estate taxes yet, but would love to have a $5.45 million estate to leave to their families when the time comes. Another great proposal for the middle class is the increase of the standard deduction to $30,000 for joint filers and $15,000 for singles. Itemized deductions would be capped at $200,000 for married filers and $100,000 for singles. The House plan for itemized deductions is to eliminate them all except for those related to mortgage interest and charitable contributions. None of these new tax provisions have been finalized and when they are we will give you all the gory details.
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Also of interest to the construction industry is Trump’s proposal that the $1 trillion in infrastructure investment consist of public/ private funding. To stimulate such a plan, Trump is proposing $137 billion in tax credits in exchange for private investments in highways, bridges, seaports and airports. So far, still nothing bad for the construction industry. The two big take aways here are: (1) lower income tax rates and (2) more construction work. The one fly in the ointment is the timing of these events. We know what happened to the “shovel-ready” projects we heard about a few years back. We are still waiting for them to hatch. I would not expect to see the final tax changes until August 2017, and if history provides any guide, some of the changes will be carried back to start January 1, 2017, while others may take effect when they pass Congress. The infrastructure work probably falls into the same time frame, but there have to be some projects ready to go as we speak. INDIVIDUAL AND CORPORATE Hopefully there are and they will TAX BENEFITS be able to start in early 2017. Proposed individual rates are Ordinary Income Capital Gains Single Filers Joint Filers to be reduced from seven rates ADD A DOSE OF REALITY 12% 0% $0-$37,500 $0-$75,000 to three, with the highest rate set Okay, let’s return to reality and 25% 15% $37,500-$112,500 $75,000-$225,000 at 33%. This represents a 17% not get too excited about these 33% 25% $112,500+ $225,000+ reduction off of the current highchanges until they become law. (Source: The Bauman Letter, November 16, 2016, SovereignSociety.com) est rate (39.6%). However, those When they do, you can do whatof you with flow-through tax entiever planning is necessary to take ties — such as sole proprietorships, LLCs, S-Corps and partnerships advantage of what they have to offer in terms of tax savings. — could now find yourself taxed at rates higher than the corporate But let us keep in mind that these changes may also eliminate rate of 15%. For example, if you find yourself in the 25% personal bonus depreciation, LKE transactions, MACRS depreciation and bracket, that is 66% higher than the 15% rate. Now you know why other special credits and deductions currently available to contractors. C-corps may have a comeback as the preferred form of tax entity. Eliminating these current incentives to buy equipment is probably To equalize this difference between the 15% flat tax and your perunlikely, but you never know when they get into negotiating the tax sonal rates when there is flow-through income to consider, what I’m changes. This is all the more reason to take what you can in 2016, hearing is that taxpayers will have the option of using the corporate and carry back and carry over what you can to 2017. rate if they so desire. If it sounds too easy, it isn’t. We can all recI’m happy to report some positive news for the industry starting ognize that flow-through company owners could “stuff ” the 15% in 2017. But let’s stay focused until we know we have them in hand. income as opposed to the personal rates, so there will be some restricContinue to run your business in a prudent, profitable fashion and tions on how you can use the option of the 15% rate. I could see a hope to pay less taxes on your 2017 profits. ET formula being developed that you will have to use to keep your average salary and bonuses in the personal rate column and the balance to To access previous Running the Business columns, as well as additional business the 15% rate if you so choose.
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