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Bobcat Company Introduces Its Largest Loaders
Bobcat Company is proud to introduce the largest compact track loader the company has ever manufactured — the T870 — along with what will be the largest skid loader in its lineup, the S850. The larger new loaders are packed with power and performance along with industry-leading lifting heights. The machines provide operators with more powerful hydraulics, increased fuel capacity, higher lift capacities and reach, increased pushing power and higher horsepower than any of Bobcat’s current loader models. In addition, the loaders will enable the operator to accomplish more work through performance and durability enhancements that provide more power and keep the loader working longer, while increasing operator comfort with a new cab forward design with improved visibility and a more spacious and comfortable cab. Job-enhancing features were also added to the optional Deluxe Instrumentation Panel featured in these machines.
The 10,008-pound S850 has a rated operating capacity (ROC) of 3,875 pounds — 17 percent more than the current largest skid loader, the S330. The 12,678-pound T870 has a ROC of 3,325 pounds, or 7 percent more than the current largest compact track loader, the T320. In addition, the loaders are the highest lifting loaders in the industry with 144 inches lift height. The highest lift height will be appreciated by those who load over tandem axle trucks with side boards added, hay wagons, and mortar mixers, as well as those stacking brick, blocks or other palletized material.
Production is key
The S850 and T870 will have the same increased hydraulic performance as the other M-Series loader models, enabling them to efficiently accomplish more work. The hydraulic systems on
M-Series loaders have been engineered for higher standard flow and pressure that give attachments more power to work more quickly.
The standard auxiliary hydraulic flow on the S850 is 23 gallons per minute at 3,500 pounds per square inch and an optional high flow feature reaches 37 gallons per minute for maximum attachment performance. On the T870 the standard auxiliary hydraulic flow is 23.8 gallons per minute, with an optional high flow of 37.4 gallons per minute.
New job-enhancing features were added to the optional Deluxe Instrumentation Panel. Available only on M-Series machines, the panel intelligently monitors key loader functions, and the keyless start helps prevent theft. The new five-inch, full-color LCD screen offers better readability and interaction. Easy-to-read virtual sweep gauges allow the operator to quickly read and understand the machine’s performance.
Increased uptime
The loaders are designed to work long hours on demanding jobsites, and operators want to spend minimal time on routine maintenance to start the workday earlier. Simple checks and superior design make it easier to perform maintenance correctly at the proper intervals.
The hydraulic quick couplers are mounted directly to the front plate of the lift arm to provide a solid mounting and quick coupler hoses completely run through the loader arms for better protection. A guard bar extends in front of the coupler for added security.
Keeping the loaders cool when working long hours is important in prolonging the service life of the machine. That is why Bobcat redesigned the cooling system on the M-Series for increased efficiency and higher performance. The new design also makes it easier to clean out the cooling system, with an oil cooler that swings up, allowing the operator to clean the area between the oil cooler and the radiator.
Improved visibility
The S850 and T870, like other M-Series loader models, feature a unique cab-forward design that not only makes the loaders look different, but also moves the operator closer to the attachment and provides unmatched visibility in all directions.
Superior visibility is provided to the cutting edge of the bucket or the corners of an attachment because the cab door is the largest available on the market. The cab door threshold has been lowered and the overall surface of the door has increased more than 40 percent to provide improved visibility and make it easier for operators to enter and exit the cab.
Windows on the sides and rear of the cab have also been increased in size to provide more visibility to the tires and to the rear. The larger top window makes it easier and more comfortable for the operator to see the attachment with the lift arms raised, an advantage when loading trucks or performing other tasks.
Cab comfort
Comfortable operators are more productive, so to create a better working environment, Bobcat increased the size of the M-series cab by 10 percent, redesigned the interior to allow operators to adjust the environment to their individual preferences and improved cab pressurization.
Bobcat M-series loaders have a best-in-class pressurized cab, with a new one-piece seal that goes all the way around the door and fits into a special curved pocket. This minimizes the amount of dirt and dust that might enter the cab, creating more enjoyable working conditions and making it easier to clean the cab.
Noise is another factor affecting operator comfort, and Bobcat reduced the sound level of M-Series loaders by more than 60 percent. New engine mounts improve isolation to decrease vibration and reduce sound levels.
The control levers on both standard controls with power assist, and the optional Selectable Joystick Controls (SJC) move up and down in conjunction with the seat to reduce arm movement and fatigue as the operator controls the machine. The joystick mounts slide forward or backward to adjust to the preference of each individual operator.
Visit www.bobcat.com for more information on the Bobcat S850 skid-steer loader and T870 compact track loader.
ABOUT BOBCAT COMPACT EQUIPMENT
Bobcat compact equipment includes skid-steer, all-wheel steer and compact track loaders; compact excavators; mini-track loaders; VersaHandler® telescopic tool carriers; utility vehicles; compact tractors; and Toolcat™ utility work machines. Bobcat is a global brand with more than 600 dealer locations in North America and the leader in compact equipment — the industry’s original innovator, beginning more than 50 years ago with the first compact machine and predecessor to the skid-steer loader. For more information on Bobcat products, visit www.bobcat.com.
Coxreels® New Wand Holder for Its 1125 Series Reels
Coxreels® announces the addition of a wand holder for the industry preferred 1125 Series hand crank and motorized reels. This accessory is constructed of strong, lightweight aluminum, with a black powder coating finish for superior corrosion resistance.
The wand holder is 24” long with a 1.6” diameter, making this accessory the ideal solution to store pressure washing guns and other spraying devices directly on the reel. The versatile design allows for easy mounting on all four reel locations including the left, right, front and rear sides of the sturdy “A” frame base of the 1125 Series reels. This new high quality wand holder option includes long-lasting and rust-inhibiting stainless steel mounting hardware and maintains the durability and superiority found in every Coxreels® product.
For more information, please contact Customer Service at 800-COXREEL or visit our web site at www.coxreels.com, Email: info@coxreels.com.
Marsh Bellofram Diversified Electronics Announces New Hazardous Area Certifications for UPA-130 Series Universal Voltage Alert
The Diversified Electronics division of Marsh Bellofram Corporation, a member of the Marsh Bellofram Group of Companies and a global manufacturer of engineered rubber compounded diaphragms, specialty rubber products and components, as well as pressure measurement, monitoring and regulation instrumentation, has announced that it has achieved hazardous area certifications (Class 1, Division 2, HAZ LOC, Groups A, B, C, D) for its UPA-130 series Universal Voltage Alert.
The UPA-130 series Universal Voltage Alert is designed to reduce the risk of electric arc flash by pre-verifying the electrical isolation from outside of a control panel before it is re-verified with a meter. It operates over a standard range of 40 to 750 VAC (30 to 1000 VDC) line-to-line or ground-to-ground, is phase insensitive and offers high surge immunity protection. When hardwired to the load side of a circuit breaker or main disconnects, the UPA-130 series flashes upon detection of hazardous AC and DC voltage in any individual phase. After disconnecting power to an enclosure, electricians can pre-verify voltage isolation while an enclosure door is still safely closed. The compact, eight-detector UPA-130 series offers a potted construction with six-foot leads and is designed to fit a 30mm knockout. Its design includes redundant circuitry and the incorporation of long-life display panel LED’s for extended use, with components housed in NEMA 4X, 12 and 13 electrical enclosures.
The UPA-130 series Universal Voltage Alert is a reliable safety tool for pre-verification of the presence or absence of residual electrical power or charges, or as a zero energy indicator, both before or during mechanical lock out/tag out (LOTO) procedures. It can also be used to enhance NFPA 70E and OSHA regulatory compliance standards. The UPA-130 series is also ideal for use in applications such as circuit breaker disconnects, as well as with NFPA 70e Category III and IV high energy panels; or as an added electrical safety tool on other types of frequently accessed electrical panels. In addition to its hazardous area certifications, the UPA-130 is also compliant to CATIII and CATIV standards, and is CE marked and UL-approved in both the US and Canada. For more information about the UPA-130 Universal Power Alert or other products available from Marsh Bellofram, please visit www.marshbellofram.com.
Kubota Enters Compact Track Loader Market
Kubota Tractor Corporation announces the arrival of its new, eagerly awaited, compact track loader series, with the introduction of the 75-horsepower SVL75 and the 90-horsepower SVL90 models. Powered by efficient Kubota engines, the new compact track loaders are all-Kubota designed, engineered, and manufactured to deliver exceptional reliability, durability and quality that operators have come to expect from Kubota.
"The addition of the compact track loaders to the Kubota product line, at selected Kubota dealers, offers customers an efficient, rugged, highly maneuverable track loader that only Kubota could make," says Greg Embury, Kubota vice president, sales and marketing. "The Kubota track loaders are different from our competitors because they are created exclusively from Kubota engineered and manufactured components in a specific track loader design. The SVL75 and SVL90 models offer customers a new dimension in Kubota quality and versatility to add to their equipment selection. Kubota is involved in each and every aspect of these machines, and we are proud of what these compact track loaders can deliver to our customers in terms of machine quality, innovation and value."
Outstanding Power and Performance
Both Kubota compact track loader models deliver best-in-class bucket breakout force and exceptional lifting capacity to provide outstanding performance and productivity. The 74.3-gross horsepower SVL75 boasts a 6,204-pound bucket breakout force and a 4,881-pound lifting capacity. The 90-gross horsepower SVL90 has a bucket breakout force of 7,961 pounds and a lifting capacity of 5,869 pounds. Both models are powered by a four-cylinder, direct injection, turbo-charged Kubota diesel engine. Kubota's versatile compact track loaders are equipped with a rigid-mount undercarriage and a vertical lift designed for long reach and maximum lifting and dumping capabilities. A variety of performance-matched attachments are available for the SVL75 and SVL90, including several bucket options with teeth or straight edges, 4-in-1 buckets, pallet forks and more.
Exceptional Comfort and Stability
The new Kubota SVL75 and SVL90 compact track loaders offer a wide cab entrance and a spacious, comfortable operator area. The roomy operator area features a high-back, fully adjustable suspension seat and ample leg room. A hand-and-foot throttle ensures exceptional convenience. Both models are equipped with two-speed travel and high ground clearance for optimal travel performance on rough construction site terrain. The overall design is built to ensure stability and comfort in uneven terrain.
Easy Maintenance and Durability
Kubota's SVL75 and SVL90 are designed with time-saving maintenance in mind, featuring an easy tilt-up cabin for convenient access. Daily maintenance checks for engine oil dipstick, fuel filter, water/fuel separator, air cleaner and coolant level are simple, and greasing the machine is also easy with all grease fittings accessible from ground level. A slide-and-tilt radiator and oil cooler are simple to reach because it requires the removal of only four bolts to be tilted for easy cleaning. In addition, Kubota's compact track loaders were designed to sustain hard work and heavy loads; the main frame and undercarriage are a one-piece, welded unit to provide uncompromised structural strength.
Kubota Tractor Corporation, Torrance, Calif., is the U.S. marketer and distributor of Kubota-engineered and manufactured equipment, including a complete line of tractors up to 118 PTO hp, performance-matched implements, compact and utility-class construction equipment, consumer lawn and garden equipment, commercial turf products and utility vehicles. For product literature or dealer locations, contact Kubota Tractor Corporation at 3401 Del Amo Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503, (888) 4-KUBOTA [(888) 458-2682], Ext. 900, or visit www.kubota.com.
Jib Cranes from Konecranes Help Increase Safety, Uptime, and Reliability
Konecranes, a global leader in the manufacturing and servicing of overhead lifting equipment, produces a range of Jib Cranes as a flexible overhead lifting solution for production lines, workstations, machining cells, and warehouses. Jib Cranes from Konecranes have less structural limitations than most material handling equipment and are easy to install. As a result, Jib Cranes help to increase safety, uptime, and reliability. Designed to serve multiple purposes, Jib Cranes support indoor and outdoor applications and are widely used in customer segments from small workshops to assembly lines and nuclear plants.
Jib Cranes from Konecranes boost usability with minimal structural limitations, leading to safer, more accurate operation. Jib Cranes from Konecranes feature an adjustable console bearing that enables easy beam adjustments during operation, unlike traditional jib cranes which require disassembly in case of erratic self-movement of the beam. This adjustable console bearing minimizes uncontrolled trolley and jib beam movements, reducing the risk of equipment damage and personnel injuries. For enhanced safety, Jib Cranes include an emergency disconnect switch located on the pillar or wall, and the chain hoist has a separate emergency stop button on the hoist pendant. Other standard features such as manual jib slewing and push/pull trolleys contribute to ease of use.
Jib Cranes from Konecranes are easy to install. Installation and relocation of the Jib Crane can be completed quickly and easily, allowing for short production downtime. The adjustable console bearing makes horizontal beam adjustment extremely easy and accurate during operation and afterwards, keeping downtime to a minimum. Wall-mounted Jib Cranes can be mounted at any height on the wall or building columns where strength and true vertical alignment are possible. Free standing Jib Cranes are supported by adjustable tension bolts to permit field adjustment and insure even pressure of roller on pipe, and are fixed with a standard base plate or an optional large base plate for existing concrete floors or concrete foundation bolt cage.
Recognized as the backbone of crane workstations, Jib Cranes from Konecranes are an optimal solution for all lifting needs. Konecranes offers two Jib Crane profiles. I-beam under-braced jib cranes (IPU) have been designed for higher capacity and optimal lift height. IPU jib cranes have maximum spans of 20 feet. IPU jib crane construction allows for very low headroom, making this crane type a perfect fit even in lower buildings. XM profile over-braced jib cranes (XMO) have been designed for light and easy movement and generous hook approach. Rail spans with a maximum length of 26 feet can be added to XMO Jib Cranes due to a profile internal trolley and beam supported from the top, leading to a larger available working area below the crane. Both models have a maximum capacity of 2 tons and are available in free standing or wall-mounted configurations.
Jib Cranes from Konecranes are constructed with structurally sound components to provide reliable performance and long service life. IPU jib cranes are robust and durable due to a strong IPE profile beam and festoon system on galvanized C-track. The light-weight profile beam of XMO jib cranes reduces stresses towards building structures. The accurate alignment of the beam minimizes unintended beam and trolley movements when the crane is loaded, reducing the possibility of damages to plant personnel and equipment. The hoist power feed line is equipped with cable trolleys and CSA/UL (North American standard) or CE (European standard) approved three-phase cables for consistent, reliable service. Cable trolleys are placed in the UKA profile of XMO models or on a C-track parallel to the jib beam of IPU models. Wall-mounted Jib Cranes have hinges with hardened pins and long-lasting high-grade steel components. Free standing Jib Cranes are designed with a steel pipe pillar to withstand bending stress without undue deflection. The jib head has two heavy side plates with reinforcing plates to balance stress.
To find out more about Jib Cranes from Konecranes, or for more material handling products and services, contact Konecranes, Inc., Region Americas, 4401 Gateway Boulevard, Springfield, OH 45502, toll free at 1.800.934.6976 or visit www.konecranesamericas.com.
Konecranes is a world-leading group of Lifting Businesses™, serving a broad range of customers, including manufacturing and process industries, shipyards, ports, and terminals. Konecranes provides productivity-enhancing lifting solutions as well as services for lifting equipment and machine tools of all makes. The Group has 9,800 employees, at more than 545 locations in 43 countries, including 100 service branches in North America.
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