Continuing to help off-the-road (OTR) tire dealers and end-users with innovative ways to reduce costs and improve operational efficiency, Yokohama Tire Corp. will offer five new OTR tires with dual TRA code designations to handle both loader and transport applications.
Komatsu America Corp introduced the new PC210LCi-11, intelligent Machine Control hydraulic excavator. This second generation PC210LCi leverages the proven track record and success of the pioneering PC210LCi-10, while adding eagerly-awaited, machine-control-joystick functionality.
Read more: Komatsu America Corp. Introduces New Intelligent Machine Control Excavator
Family-owned Conco Quarries is using Terex Trucks’ TR70 to increase productivity at its limestone mine in Willard, Mo. “Over the last seven decades Conco has grown from a small operation with just seven employees and four trucks to almost 200 staff members and close to 100 delivery trucks,” said Chris Upp, vice president and general manager of the quarry division at Conco Companies. “Despite the large-scale growth of the company we are still very much a family business and we pride ourselves on maintaining close relationships with our customers through excellent service.”
Read more: Terex Trucks’ Rigid TR70 is a Concrete Choice for Conco Quarries
Cat Command for loading enables line-of-sight remote control of Cat 988K wheel loaders. The new system reduces the risk of injury and enables production to continue by allowing safe operation of the loader in potentially hazardous environments. Command for loading is available as a retrofit kit for 988K machines in the field.
Read more: Cat Command for Loading Remote Control Enhances Safety
The latest technology addition from Caterpillar is Cat Payload. Introduced last year on the 336F L XE, the system calculates load weight as the operator swings the bucket toward the truck with no interruption in the loading cycle.
