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CAPITAL EQUIPMENT NEWS
MARCH 2017
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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,
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CASE beefs up D Series with two larger models
Grove unveils TMS9000-2 truck crane at CONEXPO 2017
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.
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The new models are designed
for heavy excavation work.
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
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.
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