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EQUIPMENT
Goody opts
for Volvo duo
K
ent,UK, based contractorGoody
Demolitionhas takendeliveryof two
newVolvodemolition excavators that
bothmeet the latest Stage IV engine emission
regulations.
The firstmachine, a 25 tonne class
EC250E, has been specified for secondary
demolition applications andhas been
suppliedwith the standardbackhoeboom
configuration, while the larger 30 tonne
classEC300Ehas beenmodifiedbyKocurek
Excavators to feature amodular boom
joint and22m (72.2 ft) threepiecehigh
reachboom aswell as a straight boom.
It alsonow features a titling cabwith full
FOGSprotection and additional ‘cassette’
counterweight to ensure stabilitywhen
operating at full heightwith a 2.5 tonne tool.
Bothmachines havebeen suppliedwith
twin lockquickhitches, full guarding around
the superstructures and additional hydraulic
circuits to facilitate grab rotation for the
wide rangeof demolition attachments used
byGoodyDemolition that includes shears,
grapples andpulverisers. Power comes from
aVolvo eight litrediesel that delivers 159kW
(213hp) on theEC250E and179kW (240hp)
on theEC300E.
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Cat has introduced four new hydraulic breakers
in the E Series to replace their D Series
predecessors. The 130 kg (286 lb) H35E, 250
kg (550 lb) H45E, 340 kg (748 lb) H55E and
380 kg (836 lb) H65E are available in two
mounting configurations for installation on both
Caterpillar and other carrier brands. All four are
also available as silenced versions (with the ‘s’
designation following themodel number) that use
a fully enclosed housing to suppress noise.
Theymatch auxiliary flows and pressures of
Cat machines. Flat-topmodels allow versatility
for installation on equipment made by other
manufacturers. Pin-onmodels are available for
the H55E and H65E in applications that require a
dedicated hammer-equipped Cat machine.
The suspension system on the silencedmodels
include buffers to absorb forces and isolate them
from themachine and a suspension jack dampens
vibration and sound. The result is quiet, reliable
operation and reduced operator fatigue.
Goody’s new Stage IV Volvo EC300E features a Kocurekmodular joint, a tilting cabwith full FOGS protection and
additional counterweight
McCloskey teams up with Volvo Penta
Mobile crushing and screening producerMcCloskey will nowmake use of Volvo Penta engines in its product ranges after a two year
development process. Volvo Penta’s D8, D11 and D13 engines will be fitted toMcCloskey’s impact and jaw crushers, with the D6 unit going
into its screens and trommels.
These engines comply with Tier 4 Final/Stage 4 regulations without the need for either DPF or DOC.
Over the last two years, regular meetings were held between the two companies with constant contact beingmaintained not only with
Volvo salesmanagers and engineers but also a business development manager.
“That, for us, was one of Volvo Penta’s key selling points,” said John O’Neill, vice president of sales andmarketing forMcCloskey.
“We work closely with our customers in the research and development stages of all our products, and Volvo Penta showed the same
commitment to listening to our requirements and delivering the right solution.”
Volvo Penta’s team of engineers also worked closely withMcCloskey’s engineering department to ensure that an engine package was
produced that fitsMcCloskey’s unique
needs, with engine assemblies, including
heavy-duty cooling packages, being
customised for a perfect fit.
To further demonstrate its versatility
and dedication, Volvo Pentamounted a skid
to the bottom of the engine and heavy-duty
cooling package so that the engine would
slip right into themachine.
“Being attuned to our needs is a key
requirement for our partners,” John went
on. “Volvo Pentamade sure the engines
were perfectly suited to working in some
of the harshest conditions worldwide, from
the Arctic Circle to the heat of the outback
in Australia.”
