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CONSTRUCTION EUROPE
DECEMBER 2013-JANUARY 2014
EQUIPMENT
Reaching out with telehandlers
Bobcat has
launched
advanced
versions of its
two largest rigid
frame machines
B
obcat has launched new
advanced versions of its
two largest rigid frame
telescopic handlers – the T40140
and T40180 models.
For the T40140 telehandler,
the maximum lift capacity is 4.1
tonnes and the maximum lift
height is 13.7m. The capacity at
maximum lift height is 4 tonnes,
while at maximum reach (10.4m),
the capacity is 1.3 tonnes.
The T40180 has a maximum
lift capacity of 4 tonnes and a
maximum lift height of 17.5m.
The lift capacity at maximum
lift height is 2.5 tonnes, while at
maximum reach (13.7m), the lift
capacity is 560kg.
The machines are available
with both EU Stage IIIB and
Stage IIIA-compliant engines
and boast hydrostatic
transmissions that are said to
provide high power and low fuel
consumption.
Bobcat also said the hydrostatic
transmission made it possible to
place a load to the exact milimetre.
In addition to precision, this is an
important factor contributing
to safety, particularly when
loads have to be positioned at
significant heights or distances
from the machine.
The manufacturer’s side shift
system is a standard feature on
the T40140 and T40180 models,
ensuring there is no need to
reposition the machine if it is
not aligned with an opening,
providing flexibility with a
±700mm side shift.
This is combined with an
integrated frame levelling
system which works
independently of the main frame
to provide a tilt correction on
inclined surfaces of ±4
o
on tyres
and up to ±12
o
on stabilisers for
safe, optimum positioning of
loads.
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For the T40140 telehandler, the
maximum lift capacity is 4.1
tonnes and the maximum lift
height is 13.7m
Targeting accuracy
improvements
Topcon Positioning Group has
introduced a new laser scanner
that it claims combines high
speed, long range and data
accuracy.
The GLS-2000 is operated
by a touch-controlled colour
screen that provides for one-
touch scanning using pre-set
parameters. In addition, 360
o
scanning capability is said to
ensure maximum coverage from
each scan position, reducing time
spent on site.
Topcon claimed further time
savings were also achieved by
the ultra-high speed scanning
capability of the GLS-2000. The
scanner is said to be capable of
achieving a full 360
o
scan in less
than three minutes, including
digital images.
Users can also select between
two separate lasers according
to the project. This provides
an option to use a Class 1 eye
safe laser where the situation
demands complete safety for the
general public.
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The scanner is said to be capable
of achieving a full 360
o
scan
in less than three minutes,
including digital images
Redesigned ADTs and
RDTs from Caterpillar
Caterpillar has redesigned its C-Series off-highway articulated dump
trucks (ADTs) and has also added new features to its 770G and 772G
rigid dump trucks (RDTs).
On the ADT side, the manufacturer‘s 725C (featuring rated payload
capacity of 23.6 tonnes), 730C and 730C EJ ejector model (both
rated at 28 tonnes) now feature new engines with more power,
advanced transmission control, enhanced operator amenities,
new serviceability features, and, for the 730C and 730C EJ models,
automatic traction control.
As far as the engines are concerned, Caterpillar said the 725C’s
new 234kW engine had a 4% gain in gross power and a 20% boost
in gross torque, while the 730C and 730C EJ models both boasted
274kW engines, offering nearly 16% more gross power and more
than a 30% gross torque improvement.
All engines are available in one of three emissions compliancy
bands – either US Tier 2/EU Stage II, Tier 3/Stage IIIA or Tier 4 Final/
Stage IV.
For the rigid haulers, 770G (36.3 tonne payload) and 772G (47.1
tonne payload) models also feature new engines available in these
three emissions compliancy bands. The 770G has a 356kW engine
and the 772G has a 410kW engine, both of which feature economy
and adaptive economy modes.
The revamped ADTs and RDTs also feature Caterpillar’s new
transmission control system – Advanced Productivity Electronic
Control Strategy. This is said to provide a number of benefits,
including improved shift quality, faster acceleration, better speed
on grade and faster cycle times.
Caterpillar’s 28
tonne capacity
730C articulated
dump truck
