SPOTLIGHT
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INTRODUCTIONS & UPDATES
G-Tier excavator
John Deere Construction & Forestry
Excavators
John Deere’s seven latest excavator options available under its Performance Tiering strategy are the 135, 210, 245, 250, 300, and 345 P-Tier, all part of its mid-size range, as is the 200 G-Tier. The high-production P-Tier machines include advanced features to improve comfort and efficiency. The new models have improved front-joint durability. Better torque retention at the clamp makes it less likely that the front hydraulic pipes will move. Redesigned boom-foot bushings offer enhanced durability for an extended machine lifespan. The 200 G-Tier features a PowerTech 4.5-litre engine which provides optimal performance. Powerwise Plus hydraulic management uses intuitive technology to deliver on-demand power. The pilot controls are metered, helping provide reliable, fuelefficient machine performance. Operators can push a button on the joystick and boost power or toggle automatic boom-up and lifting functions. An optional hydraulic single pedal propel system moves the machine as needed without using both hand levers and foot pedals.
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heavyequipmentguide.ca | JANUARY 2023
Milling machine cabin
Wirtgen
Comfort cabin for milling machines
A comfort cabin is now available on the W 100 Fi – W 130 Fi milling machine models. This new cabin provides operators with a more comfortable and lower-fatigue workplace, according to Wirtgen. Control elements and assistance systems are designed to make the operator’s job easier and reduce the stress of the work. The sealed cabin reduces the operator’s exposure to noise which adds a benefit for communication; the operator is able to make hands-free calls from inside the cabin, use a radio headset with ease, or open the side window for communication with workers on the ground. The cabin air is cleaned by a filter system and the temperature is controlled by an automatic air conditioning and heating system. The cabin is also constructed as a positive-pressure system that prevents the penetration of dirt, dust, and hazardous materials.