December 31 2009 - Products
Mobile Camera System
Elgin Sweeper
ELGIN, IL - Elgin Sweeper has introduced the Elgin Mobile Camera system as an option for its line of environmentally efficient street sweepers. The multi-camera system, which includes both mirror and rear-view camera kits, provides sweeper operators with expanded visibility to the main and side brooms - as well as to the rear of the sweeper - for improved performance.
"Street sweepers often need to negotiate tight spots, take difficult corners and make critical maneuvers in reverse, which requires good visibility to the front, sides and rear of the machine, as well as to the traffic and work areas," said Frank Ligori, national parts marketing manager at Elgin Sweeper. "With the Elgin Mobile Camera system, the monitor in the cab provides the operator with a detailed view of the main and side brooms to check the collection of debris. The operator can also switch to a rear view of the sweeper when backing up, turning or changing lanes."
In 2008, Elgin Sweeper began installing rear-view cameras on new street sweepers as standard equipment, with the side mirror camera kit available as an option. Available for Elgin Sweeper's Broom Bear, Crosswind, Eagle, Pelican and Whirlwind models, the cameras and monitor are designed for durability and can withstand the knocks, bumps and vibrations sweepers encounter on a daily basis.
The Elgin Mobile Camera system includes such features as high-resolution Sony CCD cameras for outstanding image quality; 5.6-inch color TFT-LCD monitors; automatic reverse or turn signal camera activation; infrared LEDs for night vision and multi-voltage capability (12/24 VDC). The system also includes a two-year warranty.
"For sweepers already in service, the complete Elgin Mobile Camera system is available as a retrofit package which combines the rear-view and side mirror camera kits," Ligori said. "These fit on Elgin sweepers and can also be installed by your local Elgin dealer on other brands of sweepers."
"The mobile camera system is yet another example of Elgin Sweeper's commitment to our municipal and contractor customers to improve operator performance and comfort," Ligori said.
For additional information or detailed specifications on the Elgin Mobile Camera system, please see your local Elgin Sweeper dealer, call 1-847/741-5370, or visit www.elginsweeper.com.
Elgin Sweeper offers municipalities, contractors and industries the most sweeper options in the country, using the latest sweeping technologies-mechanical, pure vacuum, regenerative air, alternative fuel and waterless dust control. Elgin Sweeper is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation's Environmental Solutions Group. For more information, visit www.elginsweeper.com.
Federal Signal Corporation provides advancing security and well-being for communities and workplaces around the world. The company designs and manufactures a suite of products and integrated solutions for municipal, governmental, industrial and airport customers. Federal Signal's portfolio of trusted, high-priority products include Bronto aerial devices, Elgin street sweepers, Federal Signal safety and security systems, Guzzler industrial vacuums, Jetstream waterblasters and Vactor sewer cleaners and vacuum excavators. Federal Signal was founded in 1901 and is based in Oak Brook, Ill. For more information, visit www.federalsignal.com.
Tags: camera, driver safety, Elgin Sweeper, Off-Road Equipment
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November 11 2009 - Products
Shuttle Shift Transmission
Bobcat
WEST FARGO, ND - Bobcat Company has continued to expand the line with new models, new options and new attachments. For the rest of 2009 and into 2010, Bobcat has exciting plans for its whole compact tractor line.
Some of the additions coming this year and in 2010 include a shuttle shift transmission (SST) option, to complement the current hydrostatic transmission, and a line of front-mounted implements.
Shuttle shift transmission option
In the coming months, Bobcat will launch a semi-synchronized gear transmission option which will be available on the CT335, CT445, and CT450 models. This transmission will feature 12 forward gears and 12 reverse gears with shuttle shift capabilities for ease of use, which will complement the hydrostatic transmission (HST) models offered today.
Ideal for customers of all types, the SST transmission will provide optimal PTO output and efficiencies for use in applications such as mowing, tilling and other rear PTO demanding applications. These models will also excel in applications such as spraying and seeding, where aspecific speed needs to be maintained.
Front-mounted implements for compact tractors
Starting with two snowblower models, Bobcat is now offering front-mounted implements that mount directly to the tractor frame and can utilize the mid-PTO for power. The first snowblowermodels being offered are 49-inch and 62-inch cutting widths. These models are available to order from Bobcat dealers and approved for use on Bobcat CT120 to CT235 compact tractors. A 72-inch-cutting-width model is coming later in the year for use on the CT225 to CT450. A lift kit, mid-PTO and PTO kit are required to use the snowblowers. In addition to the snowblowers, Bobcat has plans for additional front-mounted implements in 2010.
About the line
Launched in 2007, the Bobcat compact tractor line currently includes eight models, from the 22-horsepower CT122 to the 49-horsepower CT450. A shuttle shift transmission option on three models launched in late 2009. Bobcat currently offers more than 20 implements and attachments for its compact tractor line, including three-point hitch implements, mid-mount PTO implements, front-end loaders and front-mounted PTO attachments. Bobcat also offers the optional Bob-Tach attachment mounting system on all models of front-end loaders, which allows for use of non-hydraulic attachments such as buckets or pallets forks. For the CT335 and larger an optional front hydraulic kit is available for hydraulic attachments such as augers or utility grapples.
Models CT335 and larger also feature an optional factory-installed cab with heat and air conditioning.
For the name of the nearest Bobcat dealer, visit www.bobcatdealer.com. For more information onBobcat compact tractors, visit www.bobcat.com/utility_machines/tractors.
Tags: Bobcat, Off-Road Equipment
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October 29 2009 - Products
E60 Excavator
Bobcat
WEST FARGO, ND - The E60 excavator - part of the new M-Series line of loaders and excavators - is now available from Bobcat dealers. The E60 is a new model size in the 6-ton weight class.
The E60, like the E80 launched earlier this year, features a completely new design that increases the comfort of the operator and the durability of the machine, while decreasing the frequency needed for some preventive maintenance tasks. Everything about the new excavator has been created to help keep operators working longer, including a spacious cab and a top-of-the-line seat to keep operators comfortable and polymer shims to decrease wear on the lateral pins, according to the company.
Longer service intervals
Daily greasing of the bushings at the boom, arm and bucket pivot is a thing of the past with the E60 excavator. Normally, this process takes up to 30 minutes of an operator's time each day. Now, the operator will be able to spend that time working because the E60 has extended the service interval of greasing the bushings to 250 hours, Bobcat said.
Operator comfort
The E60 revolutionizes operator comfort by offering a spacious cab with an operator seat that adjusts nine ways and a heating and air conditioning system that has true automotive-style controls. These features have been designed to keep operators who spend many hours in their machines comfortable and productive.
The seat allows the operator to create an individually designed ergonomic work environment. The operator can adjust the seat nine different ways, including moving or angling the armrests, joysticks, lumbar support, and seat bottom and back. With these adjustments, operators of any size can adjust the seat to their personal preference. These adjustments also let operators move the seat to an area where they can best control the foot pedals and see the work area.
The high-capacity climate-control system has true automotive-style controls and vents in front of and to the rear of the operator, placing the air movement exactly where needed. This system has five modes of air placement that can target the operator's body in different areas, such as from the front only, or from the front and rear.
A fixed instrument panel on the right side of the cab is a central, easy-to-read display for all of the information the operator needs on machine performance.
Attachment readiness
Each E60 is delivered clamp-ready for operators who want to quickly and easily add and use a clamp.
In addition to clamps, Bobcat provides a number of attachments available for use on the excavator. The X-Change® attachment quick coupler system, standard on the E60, allows the operator to quickly change between attachments. A complete line of attachments including trenching buckets, hydraulic breakers, earth augers and a grading bucket are available to complete even the most challenging tasks.
Fuel use
The E60 has an Interim Tier 4 50-horsepower engine. While this engine provides substantial power to complete work, it doesn't mean contractors will waste a lot of extra fuel. The engine control system on the excavator has an auto-idle feature, reducing fuel consumption when the machine is not working. Engine rpm is controlled electronically so that the operator uses only as much engine power as necessary for the application. The quiet operation of the engine is also a benefit, as many cities and work areas are becoming more sensitive to construction noise.
Additional features
With minimal tail swing, the E60 can work in compact work environments and next to buildings or other obstructions. The excavator features the Bobcat in-track swing frame, which Bobcat E60 excavator enables the boom to stay within the width of the tracks, making it even easier for the excavators to work in constricted job conditions. The E60 is available with either rubber tracks or steel tracks.
The E60, standard-equipped with cab and HVAC system, has a dig depth of 13 feet 7 inches and an operating weight of 13,556 lbs. with rubber tracks.
For the name of the nearest Bobcat dealer, visit www.bobcatdealer.com. For more information, visit www.bobcat.com/excavators.
QuickLook: Bobcat E60 excavator
- The need to grease the boom, arm and bucket pivot increased to once every 250 hours.
- Spacious cab with operator seat that adjusts multiple ways provides ergonomic comfort suited to the individual.
- High-capacity heat and air conditioning system with five automotive-style operation modes.
- Attachments are changed quickly through a pin coupler system.
- Polymer shims in lateral joints prevent pin wear and create tighter attachment workgroup.
- Auto idle and electronic engine rpm control system help use fuel efficiently.
- In-track boom swing allows the operator to work in constricted conditions with confidence.
- Dig depth of 13 feet 7 inches and an operating weight of 13,556 pounds with rubber tracks.
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October 15 2009 - Products
EH Series Cranes
Maintainer
SHELDON, IA - Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc. introduces the new EH Series Cranes. These cranes are designed to perform to a high standard of durability and reliability, while providing the maximum duty cycle possible in today's electric crane industry, according to the company.
Features and Options:
- Planetary Winch-hoist drum and wire rope located outside boom for improved operator visibility.
- 100% solid-state control system with industry exclusive arch-suppression and a 25' cable.
- Anti-two block is standard on all models.
- System Overrides - Anti-two block, pump, and crane functions.
- Self-contained hydraulic system with a 12 volt DC motor that delivers 2.2 gal/min.
- All steel worm gear drive system provides 360° continuous rotation.
- Standard power boom extension with optional 4' to 6' of manual boom reach.
- Wireless remote control - no more cables to tend with.
- 20" crane pedestal for flat bed applications.
- Battery isolator dedicates crane function draw from the auxiliary battery only, thus protecting your truck battery.
Check out the entire product line from Maintainer at www.maintainer.com.
Maintainer has been building premium quality standard and customized service bodies, lube bodies and cranes since 1976. For more information on other fine Maintainer products, call 1-800-831-8588 for the dealer nearest you or visit www.maintainer.com.
Tags: EH Series Cranes, electric crane, Maintainer, Off-Road Equipment
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