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MACHINES-SUPPLIES-TECHNOLOGY Deere Harvester IBC John Deere announces its latest operator assistance control feature, Intelligent Boom Control (IBC), for the 900 MH-Series tracked harvester. The development of this model is a result of global collaboration between the John Deere wheeled cut-to-length and full-tree forestry teams, aiming to implement IBC’s field proven technology into
MH-Series of tracked harvesters. With IBC, operators no longer need to control each independent boom function separately. One joystick moves the boom tip horizontally, while a second guides it vertically, for faster cycle times and more precise control. IBC’s smooth and fluid motion actively dampens functional change of directions, protecting boom structures and increasing wear life. IBC also auto-
matically controls swing speed based on the overall position of the attachment. “The continuous product development, new features, and the updating of systems and solutions are an integral part of John Deere’s way of operating,” comments Jim O’Halloran, product marketing manager, John Deere. “Intelligent Boom Control is an example of an important operator assistance fea-
ture that we will continue to evolve throughout full-tree forestry. IBC is an example that helps the overall productivity and profitability for the whole machine life cycle.” Improved productivity, compared to the same machine without IBC, is another benefit for customers. IBC allows the operator to focus on controlling the attachment, helping improve efficiency. The controls used for reaching and securing trees for harvest intuitively mirror how the equipment might function if it were the operator’s arm. IBC is now available on the 953MH and 959MH. Visit deere.com/en/trackedharvesters
Tigercat Swing Boom
The capabilities of the 6-wheel drive 635H in steep terrain and cable assist applications have been taken to the next level with the integration of a Tigercat designed and built swing boom system initially introduced on the 635G series skidder. The additional working envelope and ability to position the grapple well outside of the working track of the machine increases productivity in applications where skidder travel is restricted or limited by terrain characteristics. With the ability to lock the seat and operate the machine from any position with full drive controls, the Tigercat Turnaround 220° seat is an important advantage for swing boom skidding applications. It allows the operator to position the seat at any rearward-facing angle to align the field of view to the working area of the grapple. The slew system at the base of the boom is field-proven, using components that are common to Tigercat track machines. In addition to the increased working envelope, the boom has a more powerful lift30
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JUNE 2022 ● Southern Loggin’ Times
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