Capital Equipment News March 2017

CASE beefs up D Series with two larger models

The new models are designed for heavy excavation work.

CASE Construction Equipment used CONEXPO CON/AGG 2017 to introduce two new larger excavators that replace the previous 47 t. The two new crawler excavators, the CX490D and CX500D, join the company’s D Series lineup. The new models are designed for heavy excavation work and replace the company’s previous 47 t excavator, the CX470C. Each model is built to provide significant operational gains, including cycle times up to 10% faster, improved responsiveness and multifunctional controls, as well as greater fuel efficiency. An electronically controlled hydraulic pump and larger control and solenoid valves boost breakout forces, increase lifting strength and responsiveness. D Series models offer more standard features than previous CASE excavators, simplifying the buying process and making them extremely versatile and operator friendly. All CASE D Series excavators provide peace of mind and lower total cost of ownership through CASE ProCare, a suite of product assurances that includes a three-year Advanced CASE SiteWatch telematics subscription, a The new 100 t capacity truck crane features a number of improvements over previous models that will enable owners to increase their utilisation and lifting capabilities. The new crane is lighter, increasing roadability and helping customers meet gross vehicle weight requirements. It has a longer boom, which increases reach and enables lifting contractors to complete a wider variety of applications. “The Grove TMS9000-2 is a clear example of The Manitowoc Way in action,” says Harrison Hipple, product manager for truck-mounted cranes at Manitowoc. “We brought our customers in at the earliest

three-year/3 000-hour full-machine factory warranty, and a three-year/3 000-hour planned maintenance contract. Both models are available with an optional hydraulic counterweight removal device for improved on-site safety and efficiency during transportation. Faster cycle times are achieved through a new electronically controlled pump, a larger control valve and multiple sensors. These features combine with the CASE Intelligent Hydraulic System and its four integrated control systems to make the best use of the machine’s hydraulic power and momentum, resulting in added strength and fuel efficiency. The four systems that make up the CASE Intelligent Hydraulic System are: Boom Economy Control (BEC), which reduces RPMs by using gravity during boom down and swing; Auto Economy Control (AEC), which lowers RPMs during idle and automatically shuts down the engine after a preset idle time; Swing Relief Control (SWC), which reduces hydraulic power at the swing start; and Spool Stroke Control (SSC), which adjusts hydraulic pressure during digs. b stages of designing this crane to ensure we made a product that fits their lifting needs. It was engineered with one goal in mind: to increase utilisation rates for customers and increase their return on investment in a truck crane.” The TMS9000-2 is approximately 363 kg lighter than its predecessor, the TMS9000E. Though the TMS9000-2 is lighter, it’s boom length and capacity have both increased. The crane features a new, 51,6 m, six-section MEGAFORM boom that utilises Grove’s Twin-Lock pinning system. It’s a greaseless boom, which reduces maintenance for owners. b

Grove unveils TMS9000-2 truck crane at CONEXPO 2017

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