The 395 front shovel (FS) large excavator, which Caterpillar plans to launch this October, features next-generation standard capabilities that enhance operator comfort and control. According to Cat, three primary objectives topped the design wish list for the 395 FS: robust digging and breakout force, lightning-quick loading cycles and rigorous bucket fill. The company says its values of durability, reliability and serviceability are woven throughout the 395 FS’s design. This is evident in features such as the reinforced, extra-durable undercarriage and additional cylinder guards – plus long-life fuel and hydraulic oil filters to reduce costs and downtime.
Return roll improves belt cleanliness
According to Luff Industries, its Clean Weave return roll is comprised of polyurethane discs that offer abrasion resistance and wear life that’s at least five times longer than steel or rubber rolls. The Clean Weave is engineered with 90 durometer discs that are designed with a self-cleaning spiral surface to prevent material buildup between the discs or on the belt. The spiral design cleans the bottom side of conveyor belts through an auguring action. The spiral design ensures the roll discs always contact the belt in a new area, thus increasing the cleaning action.
Breakers tailored to material conditions
Toku America expanded its Striker TNB large quarry breakers line with options that allow operations to choose the breaker specifically designed to their material size, hardness and other jobsite condition variables. Comprised of five TNB models, Toku’s large hydraulic breakers are engineered for Caterpillar, John Deere and Komatsu excavators. They feature what the company calls “accumulator-free” technology and a simple, efficient design with just two moving parts.
Efficiencies elevated with new excavator model
The new 510 P-Tier excavator model replaced John Deere’s 470 P-Tier model. The excavator sports a 9-liter John Deere Power Systems engine, delivering the same net horsepower and responsive performance as the 470 P-Tier featuring a larger, 13.5-liter engine. Depending on the application and operating speed, John Deere says the 510 P-Tier offers reduced fuel consumption compared to its predecessor. A key update is a new electronic, on-demand cooling system that replaces traditional hydraulic fans and, ultimately, reduces engine load.
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