Pit & Quarry, June 2012
EQUIPMENT FOCUS HAULING Larger capacity for big jobs The 460E articulated dump truck ADT which handles a 46 ton payload is the largest most operator friendly truck John Deere says its ever built The 460Es design process included input from several ADT customers who insisted on features like an on board weighing payload scale that delivers real time data The 460E ADT features centralized ground level service ports for easy and quick serviceability Traction controls have been automated to take the guesswork out of when to use differential locks to simplify operation but experienced operators can still choose to manually engage traction controls Also an integrated tire pressure monitoring system helps maximize tire life and fuel efficiency and an auto shutdown function turns off the engine after an owner determined period of inactivity www johndeere com Vibration unit designed to enhance dump efficiency Towmaster is striving to improve efficiency and safety by installing a 12 volt vibration unit from Cougar Vibration on virtually all of its dump bodies Located at the center front on the underside of the body the vibrator helps quickly release sticky materials avoiding the need to raise the body to its steepest angle The vibrator is also designed to help avoid sudden starts and stops to release stubborn loads Towmaster is specifically using the DC 3200 a design that delivers 4000 vibration cycles per minute with 3200 lbs of force www cougarvibration com Whether your drilling in quarries breaking rock on the jobsite or backfilling deep lifts Furukawa Rock Drill USA formerly Kent Demolition Tools and Furukawa Rock Drill provides a reliable cost effective equipment solution To learn more visit us online at www FRDUSA com or call 8005272282 Scan this code for more information on FRD USA 18 PIT QUARRY June 2012 www pitandquarry com
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