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Malone Specialty: Emphasizes the Importance of Clean Hydraulics for Equipment Longevity

Construction Equipment Guide’s feature, ‘Better Living Through Cleanliness: Healthy Hydraulic Systems Key to the Life of Heavy Equipment,’ highlights the pivotal role of hydraulic system maintenance in the longevity and efficiency of heavy machinery. It concurs with industry experts like Ivan Lavy, emphasizing that cleanliness in hydraulics is often the linchpin of machinery reliability. Lavy, a specialist in equipment repair and maintenance, asserts that contamination is the primary cause of hydraulic system failure.

Paul Michael, scheduled to speak at IFPE 2020, will delve into the intricacies of hydraulic fluid properties and contamination control. He understands that the three contamination sources—built-in, external, and internal—are critical to monitor for extending both equipment and fluid life. Michael’s upcoming presentation will cover not only the fundamentals and advancements in hydraulic fluids but also practical contamination assessment methods, including particle count analysis and case studies on hydraulic oil filter debris. This knowledge is fundamental to diagnosing and preventing equipment issues.

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Malone Specialty: Elevates Demolition Efficiency with Cat 352 Straight Boom Excavator

ForConstructionPros.com recently unveiled the Cat 352 Straight Boom Excavator, a game-changer designed by Caterpillar for high-reach demolition up to five stories, bridge deconstruction, and industrial infrastructure dismantling. It recognizes the significance of this innovation, particularly its stick-boom configuration that offers a superior vertical reach of 12.85 meters (42 feet 2 inches), which is 36% greater than the standard 352 model. This capability, along with the ability to handle attachments weighing up to 6,000 kilograms (13,228 pounds), positions the 352 Straight Boom as a versatile tool for both demolition and excavation tasks.

The excavator’s transport-friendly features, such as the optional 11.35-ton removable counterweight and the adjustable undercarriage, enhance its practicality. Its new hydraulic fan with an automatic reverse function is designed to minimize maintenance downtime. It appreciates the robust design tailored for demolition, including reinforced structures and safety features like Falling Object Guards (FOGS) and laminated windows, ensuring both durability and operator safety. The excavator’s advanced operating features, such as Operator ID, Cat Stick Steer, auto dig boost, and Cat Lift Assist, streamline operations, ensuring that projects are executed with precision and safety.

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Malone Specialty Inc.Purity in Motion: Insights on Mitigating Built-in Contamination in Hydraulics

The challenge of built-in contamination in hydraulic systems takes center stage in the article “Minimizing the Impact of Built-in Contamination in Hydraulic Systems,” featured on Machinery Lubrication. The adverse effects of contamination in hydraulic fluid power systems are well-known. The rationale is straightforward – reducing the gaps or clearances between moving parts enhances efficiency and allows for precise machine control. Particles compromise efficiency through abrasive wear and can disrupt machine control when they lodge in hydraulic valves.

The importance of addressing contamination-related issues, especially in hydraulic equipment assembly. Built-in contaminants introduced during the assembly of components contribute to increased warranty costs. Hydraulic equipment manufacturers adopt three primary strategies to mitigate the impact of such contamination.

The first strategy involves establishing contamination limits for new components. This decision entails a cost/benefit analysis, considering the trade-off between cleanliness and associated costs. Verification of component compliance with contamination limits is the second strategy, ensuring adherence to set standards. Lastly, flushing the assembled system to achieve a predetermined cleanliness target is the third approach, ensuring the roll-off cleanliness level.

The approach to contamination control should consider a hydraulic system’s contamination sensitivity and working pressure. By implementing these strategies, it supports industries in minimizing the impact of built-in contamination, thereby enhancing hydraulic system performance and reliability.

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Malone Specialty Inc. Navigating Urban Constraints: Explores Compact Excavators for Tight Construction Sites

In the illuminating article “Compact Excavators for Tight, Urban Construction Sites” from ForConstructionPros, the growing challenges faced by excavator operators in urban construction sites are brought to the forefront. As commercial and residential development surges, giving rise to larger structures on smaller lots, urban construction sites present a unique set of hurdles.

The evolving landscape and the limitations it imposes on excavator operations. Tight corners, confined areas, and narrow pathways now demand meticulous planning and skilled operation. David Caldwell, national product manager at Takeuchi-US, aptly notes that the maneuverability of excavators is restricted, necessitating calculated moves and precise execution.

In addition to spatial constraints, the scarcity of storage space at urban construction sites poses yet another challenge. Operators find themselves needing to optimize their equipment usage, as the limited space allows them to arrive, work efficiently, and swiftly depart. Brad Mace, product manager at CASE Construction Equipment, underscores the importance of utilizing equipment judiciously in this context.

Addressing these urban construction challenges by offering insights into the benefits and strategies for employing compact excavators effectively. Through innovative solutions and expert advice, empowers operators to navigate the complexities of tight urban construction sites.

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Malone Specialty:  The Productivity Marvel: Cat D10 Dozer

As highlighted by Construction Equipment Guide, the Cat D10 dozer stands as a testament to industry-leading technology, boasting enhanced efficiency, durability, and serviceability. With a stator clutch torque converter and load-sensing hydraulics, the new design achieves up to 6 percent greater efficiency than its predecessor, the Cat D10T2. The dozer’s innovative features, coupled with extended component life and improved serviceability, contribute to an impressive 8 percent reduction in maintenance and repair costs, solidifying its position as a cost-effective investment.

Powered by the Cat C27 engine, the D10 efficiently manages fuel consumption while complying with emissions standards, delivering up to 20 percent more power in reverse for optimized cycle times. A 3 percent productivity gain and significant fuel consumption advantage over its predecessors further reinforce the Cat D10’s position as a productivity powerhouse.

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Malone Specialty: Highlights Case’s Smart Hydraulics in the New CX210D LR and CX250D LR Long Reach Excavators

As stated by Equipment World, Case Construction Equipment adds two long reach crawler models, the CX210D LR and CX250D LR, to its D Series excavator lineup. These models are designed for deep trenching, sloping, demolition, dredging, and other jobs requiring extended reach, featuring elongated booms and arms.

Powered by Tier 4 Final engines with selective catalyst reduction (SCR) technology, these excavators eliminate the need for diesel particulate filters (DPF) and regeneration. The machines offer faster cycle times, courtesy of an electronically controlled pump, a larger control valve, and multiple sensors, working alongside Case’s Intelligent Hydraulic System.

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Malone Specialty: Tigercat Introduces Tigercat 630H Silviculture Carrier: Enhancing Efficiency in Forestry Operations

As reported by Construction Equipment Guide, Tigercat’s latest innovation, the 630H silviculture carrier, offers a solution to the limitations posed by modified ag tractors in forestry applications. Built on Tigercat’s skidder platform, this machine comes equipped with hydraulic connectors and various drawbar receiver options, allowing seamless integration with a range of plow or mounding implements. Moreover, the 630H carrier can be fitted with an optional winch and bolt-on fairlead system, offering versatility for diverse tasks, all right from the factory.

Proteak, a prominent Mexican forestry company, conducted initial studies and revealed that the 630H carriers outperform ag tractors in terms of speed, productivity, and fuel efficiency. Operators can experience a safe and comfortable working environment within the climate-controlled cab, featuring an air ride suspension seat and ergonomic armrest-mounted controls.

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Deere intros 333G compact track loader with integrated grade control, DozerMode

The 333G is Deere’s largest CTL. The 12,100-pound machine features a vertical-lift design, a 100-hp engine and 3,700 pounds of rated operating capacity.

The SmartGrade-equipped version of this model gives operators greater accuracy, enabling them to complete grading tasks faster and with fewer passes than machines without the feature, Deere says. Masts and cables are eliminated.

In addition, Deere has also launched DozerMode on this machine, which enables the electro-hydraulic joystick control system to function like a crawler dozer with the push of a button.

Deere says DozerMode is beneficial when operating the six-way dozer blade attachment, streamlining attachment needs and setup time since the blade does not require tools to change between attachments. In conjunction with SmartGrade technology, the blade reduces the amount of operator input and lowers operator fatigue.

“Integrating our innovative SmartGrade technology into the 333G Compact Track Loader provides our customers with a solution that is transportable, can fit into tighter spaces and will ultimately reduce labor costs,” Gregg Zupancic, product marketing manager, skid steers and compact track loaders.

Read more: Deere intros 333G compact track loader with integrated grade control, DozerMode

Excavation Innovation: Everything you need to know about the latest mid- to full-sized excavators

Bobcat’s largest excavator, the E145, was introduced in September. With 115 horsepower, the E145 is designed for heavier digging and lifting operations, such as commercial and residential building sites, underground utility work and road and bridge projects.

“The E145 nicely complements our 700- and 800-frame size compact track and skid steer loaders,” says Jason Boerger, marketing manager. “It’s also common for contractors to use a 14- to 16-ton excavator with smaller excavators on the same jobsite.”

The upper structure features a D-channel design. Wear plates at the attachment-connecting pins eliminate side play for extended service intervals at pin-up points. Every major pin joint on the arm and boom is cast, and reinforced cast-steel pin bosses provide extra strength.

Long-reach machine
Andrew Dagartz, product marketing manager, Case Construction Equipment, says the new CX350D “is our most fully featured, powerful and efficient long-reach machine to date.”

The Case Intelligent Hydraulic System balances hydraulic performance with demand and machine movement. Its electronically controlled pump, larger control valve and multiple sensors improve power, speed and accuracy. The system’s Boom Economy Control reduces engine speed during gravity-assisted functions, such as boom down and swing.

Read more: Excavation Innovation: Everything you need to know about the latest mid- to full-sized excavators

Komatsu to exhibit 20-ton-class Proterra-Powered electric hydraulic excavator at bauma 2022

Komatsu will exhibit a 20-ton-class electric hydraulic excavator equipped with a lithium-ion battery system for the first time at bauma2022. The machine is powered by a 451 kWh lithium-ion battery system from US-based Proterra. Since January 2021, the two companies have been jointly developing electric medium-sized hydraulic excavators, and have been conducting PoC (Proof of Concept) tests on advance research machines at customers’ construction sites.

The machine is scheduled to be introduced to the Japanese and European markets in FY2023.

Hydraulic excavators are the most versatile type of construction equipment, and the mid-size class, in particular, is used in a wide range of jobsites and applications, mainly in earth excavation and loading operations, requiring power and durability to withstand heavy-load work.

This model optimizes the entire body control system by capitalizing on Komatsu’s proprietary coordinating technology. It specifically integrates Proterra’s lithium-ion battery technology which has a proven track record for use in heavy-duty and commercial vehicles deployed in various fields around the world, with Komatsu’s components, such as the hydraulic pump, controller, and electric motor for work equipment operation.

In addition, Komatsu has developed a robust cage structure to provide additional protection onboard the vehicle for its battery packs. As a result, Komatsu has achieved digging performance and durability equivalent to those of engine-driven hydraulic excavators. The high energy onboard the excavator’s Proterra Powered battery system enables operation for up to 8 hours when fully charged.

The electric power makes it possible to work comfortably in various work environments without worrying about noise and exhaust emissions, and is expected to be used for work in urban areas and nighttime construction work, etc. The zero engine vibration will also help reduce operator fatigue.

Read more: Komatsu to exhibit 20-ton-class Proterra-Powered electric hydraulic excavator at bauma 2022

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