The new Cat 350 excavator can be equipped with buckets up to 4.2 cu. yd. While productive, Caterpillar says the 350 consumes up to 13 percent less fuel than the Cat 349 to lower costs, reduce carbon emissions and operate more sustainably. Three power mode options – Smart, Power and Eco – match the excavator to the job to further reduce fuel consumption. The excavator features keyless start via a push button, an operator ID passcode or a Bluetooth key fob.
Several new machine models for users to choose from
Case Construction Equipment introduced a new line featuring seven models of E Series excavators – including two in new size classes. Case says its new excavators are focused on enhancing the total operator experience in performance and control to deliver even greater productivity, operator satisfaction and operational efficiency while driving down total cost of ownership over the life of the machine. According to Case, the new excavators represent an enhanced level of hydraulic performance and precision, greater engine power and responsiveness, extended service intervals and greater connectivity for streamlined fleet management and service. The new offering also includes OEM-fit 2D and 3D machine control systems to simplify the adoption and expansion of precision excavation solutions.
Excavator, wheel loader lineups expand
John Deere added three new P-tier excavator models to its line of large-size equipment. The 470 P-tier, 670 P-tier and 870 P-tier are the latest excavator models to launch as part of the John Deere Performance Tiering strategy. The three models feature standard right, rear and left camera systems with added LED surround lighting to provide operators with a 270-degree view of the area around the machine. The new hydraulic coupler-ready option for the 470 model provides hydraulic plumbing through the end of the arm. Coupler controls are also factory integrated into a switch in the cab. John Deere says this allows operators to efficiently switch attachments, adding more productive working hours each day. Auto-idle technology on all three P-tier models automatically reduces engine speed when hydraulics are not in use, helping to save fuel during operation. In addition, auto-shutdown further preserves fuel. … Separately, John Deere expanded its G-tier wheel loader offering in the U.S. with the addition of the 644 G-tier. Additionally, John Deere’s new 544 G-tier wheel loader is now available in Canada. According to the company, G-tier models support customers looking for reliability without the extras they would find in a P-tier or X-tier wheel loader. John Deere says the 644 G-tier is equipped with a cab design that promotes ease of operation. The 644 G-tier wheel loaders feature a John Deere 6.8-liter engine and John Deere Teammate axles. Customers can customize the machine through a variety of base-level packages, including options related to locking differentials, ride control, seats, radio and rear-chassis work lights. The 544 G-tier, meanwhile, is designed to provide a more economical solution in the 3-yd. loader size class. John Deere says 544 G-tier controls were designed with operators of all skillsets and productivity in mind, offering a simplified setup and overall functionality.
Telematics monitoring service debuts
Doosan Infracore North America launched a subscription-based telematics monitoring service that’s supported by a new machine-monitoring center at the company’s headquarters in Suwanee, Georgia. The monitoring system is called Smart X-Care. Using a machine’s DoosanConnect telematics data, Doosan says its employees will monitor subscriber machines via the monitoring center. They will look for critical machine fault codes, upcoming and overdue service, and warranty expirations. When a machine alert is triggered, the telematics system simultaneously sends two messages via email – one to the equipment owner and one to the dealer. Push notifications are sent, as well. The message sent to equipment owners lets them know the dealer was notified. It also includes immediate actions that must be taken to prevent machine damage, such as shutting down the machine until the issue can be corrected.
Heavy-duty breakers built to last
Mazio Attachments says the XL Series of hydraulic rock breakers provides reliable performance in demanding environments such as quarries. Designed for carriers ranging from 1 ton to 140 tons of operating weight, the company says Mazio hammers feature a closed case built from 100 percent Hardox steel to protect the body from wear and impact. This, Mazio says, sets the breakers apart. Standard features include anti-blank-fire technology that minimizes wear, an energy-recovery system that reduces the required oil flow, and a double-damping system that results in less vibration. Variable-impact speed and power can be manually tuned using an Allen tool, allowing the operator to adjust the breaker for correct productivity.