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Komatsu America Corp. Demonstrates Its “Green”
Hybrid PC200LC-8 Excavator
Late in 2009, Komatsu America introduced the first of ten Hybrid PC200LC-8 excavators into the U.S. market to test the innovative equipment that was designed to reduce environmental impact by saving fuel and reducing green house emissions. On March 11, 2010, representatives from Komatsu, along with representatives from the California Air Resources Board (CARB), the office of Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, the contractor Griffith Company, and Savala Equipment Company, Inc.—which has been using a Hybrid PC200LC-8—gathered for a demonstration of the hybrid excavator at work at the Port of Los Angeles.
The Komatsu hybrid excavator is one of a number of other kinds of “green” machines that the Port of Los Angeles has introduced or tested, resulting in reduced diesel emissions that comply with a Clean Air Action Plan that was adopted in November 2006 by the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.
“We're really in the process of seeing a complete transformation of this port as well as the trucking and construction industries," noted Mary Nichols, chair of the California Air Resources Board. "We're actually cleaning the air one piece of equipment at a time, and the machine being showcased today and others are going to help us meet our goals of energy efficiency and diversification of the fuel supply."
Brea-based contractor Griffith Company has seen positive results with the Hybrid PC200LC-8. Dan McGrew, VP of Business Development for the Griffith Company said that they were skeptical at first, but the hybrid excavator “surpassed all expectations while using 30% less fuel.” McGrew noted that the hybrid excavator has a shorter cycle time than a conventional excavator, and concluded, that Komatsu’s Hybrid PC200LC-8 is a “fantastic machine.”
There are 700 of Komatsu's hybrid excavators already in use at construction sites in China and Japan. "Komatsu's decision to apply its engineering excellence to the largest construction machine segment clearly signals our commitment to developing environment-friendly equipment," said Dave Grzelak, chairman and CEO of Komatsu America Corp.
Powered by the Komatsu Hybrid System, the Hybrid PC200LC-8 uses a newly developed electric swing motor, power generator motor, capacitor and diesel engine. Komatsu developed its revolutionary hybrid system to work on the principle of swing energy regeneration and energy storage using the Komatsu Ultra Capacitor system. Komatsu’s Ultra Capacitors provide fast energy storage and instantaneous power transmission.
In tests comparing the standard PC200LC-8 hydraulic excavator to the Hybrid PC200LC-8, the hybrid model reduced fuel consumption by approximately 25-40%, depending on the application.
Komatsu America Corp. is a U.S. subsidiary of Komatsu Ltd. which is the world’s second largest manufacturer and supplier of construction, mining and compact construction equipment. Komatsu America also serves forklift and forestry markets. Through its distributor network, Komatsu offers a state-of-the-art parts and service program to support the equipment. Komatsu has proudly been providing high-quality reliable products for nearly a century. Visit the website at www.komatsuamerica.com for more information.
Versalift Becomes OEM Data Delivery Distributor
OEM Data Delivery (“OEM DD”), a developer of technology tools for managing worksites and high-value equipment, and Versalift East, a leading manufacturer of aerial devices and trailers, have announced an alliance designed to benefit buyers of aerial equipment who want GPS capabilities as part of their equipment package. The alliance calls for Versalift to distribute, and install as part of its manufacturing process, the OEM DD ST-900 Service Tracker.
The ST-900 is a compact, powerful tracking instrument designed for heavy service environments. It captures detailed work and idle hour logs, and provides a proven way to manage high-value assets, monitor equipment activity, and prevent theft. It is wireless, paperless and “hands-free.” The ST-900 is a versatile, economical alternative to traditional GPS devices. It is unique in that it provides true cellular capabilities without the high fees that typically accompany cellular devices.
The announcement was made jointly today, by Sam Simons, Director of Business Development for OEM DD and Keith Joseph, President of Versalift East.
Says Mr. Joseph, “we believe we’ve gained an important competitive advantage with this integrated program. Our customers want cellular capability, but often balk at the exorbitant ongoing fees. The ST-900 gives them the information and tracking capabilities they want, without the monthly sticker shock.”
The ST-900 offers the additional benefit of tracking PTO (Power Take-Off), so that credits can be obtained quickly for fuel used at the worksite, as opposed to on-highway. All states, and Washington D.C, allow substantial tax rebates for PTO operation if properly documented.
Versalift will provide single-source responsibility for the ST-900; both companies will assist with worker training, which typically requires just a few hours.
The ST-900 Service Tracker received the Construction Equipment “Top 100 Products Award” for 2009.
For more information, contact OEM Data Delivery, 10 Controls Drive, Shelton, CT 06484. 203.929.8431 www.oemdd.com or Versalift East, LLC. 2706 Brodhead Road Bethlehem, PA 18020. 610-866-1400 www.versalifteast.com
Tennant Company’s ec-H2O™ Technology Extended to Rider Scrubbers and Scrubber-Sweepers
Tennant Company’s ec-H2O Technology
Tennant Company (NYSE: TNC), a world leader in designing, manufacturing and marketing solutions that help create a cleaner, safer world, today announces that its breakthrough ec-H2O™ technology is now available on the Company’s largest industrial rider scrubbers and scrubber-sweepers. ec-H2O converts plain tap water into a powerful cleaning agent without any added chemicals.
Tennant Company’s ec-H2O technology was originally introduced in late 2007 on the Tennant T3, T5 and 5680/5700 and Nobles Speed Scrubâ walk-behind automatic scrubbers. Throughout 2009, Tennant Company extended ec-H2O technology to the Tennant T7 Micro-Rider, T15 Mid-Sized Scrubber, 7300 Mid-Sized Battery-Powered Scrubber, 7100 Micro-Rider Scrubber, and 8300 Battery-Powered Scrubber-Sweeper as well as the Nobles Speed Scrub Rider. With the extension of ec-H2O to the Tennant T20 Rider Scrubber and M20 and M30 Rider Scrubber-Sweepers, commercial customers in retail, hospitality, education and healthcare as well as industrial customers in manufacturing, warehousing, aviation, and food and beverage can reap the performance, value and safety benefits of chemical-free cleaning. Customers of Tennant’s rider scrubbers and scrubber-sweepers can enjoy additional benefits, including significantly higher productivity and chemical cost savings as well as a faster return-on-investment with the addition of ec-H2O technology on these larger machines.
“We are very proud to offer our customers a complete portfolio of scrubbers and scrubber-sweepers that allows them to maintain their facilities with the most environmentally sound and fiscally responsible cleaning technology available,” said Chris Killingstad, president and CEO with Tennant Company.
ec-H2O technology, developed by Tennant researchers and engineers and named by R&D Magazine as one of the most technologically significant developments in 2008, helps to meet the ever-growing need for sustainable cleaning. ec-H2O technology delivers proven cleaning results without the negative environmental and health concerns associated with producing, packaging, transporting, using and disposing of traditional cleaning chemicals. The technology begins as water and ends as water, so it can be handled and disposed of easily and safely; it uses 70 percent less water than traditional cleaning methods, which increases scrub time up to three times per tank; it leaves behind no slippery detergent residue on the floor; and it releases no used detergent discharge into water systems. Eliminating the need for chemical additives enhances worker safety and reduces costs for purchasing and disposal of chemicals.
About Tennant Brands:
“Engineered by Tennant Company,” Tennant-branded products help cleaning professionals be leaders in creating healthy, safe, and attractive environments. Tennant is recognized as a world-leading manufacturer of indoor and outdoor cleaning solutions and specialty coatings. Tennant's industrial and commercial sweepers, scrubbers, coatings, detergents, carpet cleaning equipment, vacuums, floor machines, burnishers, and more deliver award-winning cleaning solutions to a number of industries, including education, healthcare, hospitality, retail, manufacturing, warehousing, aviation, and government. For more information on Tennant brands, visit www.tennantco.com.
About Tennant Company:
Minneapolis-based Tennant Company (NYSE: TNC) is a world leader in designing, manufacturing and marketing solutions that help create a cleaner, safer world. Its products include equipment for maintaining surfaces in industrial, commercial and outdoor environments; and specialty surface coatings for protecting, repairing and upgrading concrete floors. Tennant's global field service network is the most extensive in the industry. Tennant has manufacturing operations in Minneapolis, Minn.; Holland, Mich.; Uden, The Netherlands; Northampton and Falkirk, United Kingdom; Sao Paulo, Brazil; and Shanghai, China, and sells products directly in 15 countries and through distributors in more than 80 countries. For more information, visit www.tennantco.com.
Sherborne Sensors Debuts Fully Customizable Bearing Load Cells for Tension Control Applications
Sherborne Sensors, a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of inclinometers, accelerometers, force transducers, load cells, rotary encoders, instrumentation and accessories for industrial, military and aerospace customers, has introduced the SS6000 series, a range of fully customizable shear strain gauge (gage) load cells, designed to directly integrate with new or existing roll bearing systems, for high-precision force measurements within demanding web tension applications.
The design of the SS6000 series incorporates precision transducer quality bonded strain gauges as its primary transduction element, to ensure high-reliability under demanding conditions, as well as to facilitate easy integration with closed loop tension control systems. The transducers are fully compensated for the effects of temperature on zero output and sensitivity, with minimal deflection and high resonant frequency, ensuring rapid response to tension changes. Sensors are machined from stainless steel, for high resistance to shock, overload and corrosion, and are offered in ranges from ±2,000 to ±5,000 kg (4,400 to 11,000 lbf), with 2 mV/V output. The cylindrical end shape of the SS6000 series allows bearings to be mounted direct to the load cell.
With extensive in-house applications engineering and manufacturing expertise, Sherborne Sensors can also design and manufacture custom load cells to meet specific application and conformance requirements, including enhanced measurement capabilities, wider temperature ranges, and specialty connectors.
The SS6000 series is ideal for precision web tension control measurements, including slitting, coating, laminating and embossing processes, as well as winding machinery control applications. All SS6000 series load cells are 100% tested and calibrated at the factory prior to shipment, and are accompanied by a two-year comprehensive warranty. The product is also included under the new Sherborne Sensors Guaranteed On-Time Delivery program. For additional details, drawings and specifications, please contact Sherborne Sensors toll-free (in the US & Canada) at 1-877-486-1766, nasales@sherbornesensors.com, or on +44 (0) 870 444 0728, sales@sherbornesensors.com (worldwide), or by visiting www.sherbornesensors.com.
About Sherborne Sensors:
Sherborne Sensors is a global leader in the design, manufacture and supply of high-precision inclinometers, accelerometers, force transducers and load cells, rotary encoders, instrumentation and accessories for industrial, military and aerospace customers. Products offered under the Sherborne Sensors brand are renowned for their ultra-reliability and long-life precision within critical applications. Recent acquisition of synergistic technologies by Sherborne Sensors within our inclinometer and force and load cell offerings has allowed customers to benefit from expanded product lines, with added benefits of engineering support, global sales presence, repair, refurbishment and calibration services, stocking programs, and continuous product improvement.
Keytroller, LLC. Introduces a New 215 Generation START-SMART Keypad Ignition System
Keytroller, LLC. introduces a new 215 generation START- SMART keypad ignition system designed for the tough outdoor conditions found in construction equipment, forklifts, cranes and personel carriers. No keys means---no unauthorized--- no untrained operators and no other contractors “borrowing” your equipment!
START- SMART replaces the ignition key with a sealed and potted keypad and electronics. The device is available with code or RFID card enabling. Operation is simple, just input your code or flash RFID card and the device illuminates green if accepted ----press START button to start engine and press STOP to stop.
The START- SMART system is also available in an anti-theft version which includes a wireless relay hidden in the ignition, starter or fuel pump circuit. When a driver enters his code, it enables the wireless relay and the circuit it is hidden in; he then presses START to start the engine. Without first enabling the hidden wireless relay, a thief can NOT “hot wire” the vehicle, he will give up and move on to easier prey.
START- SMART is available in manually programmed version or with USB connection for programming users in/out from your PC data base. The USB version can set expiration dates for recurrent training or rental yards. It will also store all start/stop time/date stamped events to evaluate usage trends by machine or driver. Programming and downloading can be done from a laptop or a Bluetooth wireless radio option.
Small profile 3.5” X 3” rugged metal enclosure fits easily to any machine’s dashboard and has NO exposed cables. Dual relay module connects to your ignition switch for easy installation. It can be easily retrofitted to any internal combustion or electric vehicle.
START- SMART is priced at $400--$500 and is available from the better equipment dealers nationwide and Canada.
For more information view website: www.keytroller.com or contact
Keytroller, LLC. 813-877-4500 or email: info@keytroller.com
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