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Cat MH3026 Material Handler Offers IROCK Names Its Higher Performance, Lower Costs New Regional Sales Purpose built for reliable and efficient operation in waste ground level, while a new service platform with steps proand scrap metal applications, the new Cat MH3026 material vides easy, safe and quick access to the upper service area. handler design provides enhanced performance, low operating costs and improved operator efficiency. Reimagined Comfort The advanced electrohydraulic system optimizes the balOffering a choice between deluxe and premium designs, ance of power and efficiency, improving cycle times to han- the new Next Generation cab features a joystick steering dle more material in the same amount of time, improving option, eliminating the steering column to improve forward profit potential, according to the manufacturer. visibility, legroom and ease of cab entry. Further facilitating These Next Generation material handlers are powered by cab entry and exit, the left-hand console tilts up. All controls the Cat C7.1 engine, capable of operating on up to B20 biodiesel. Meeting U.S. EPA Tier IV Final emission standards, the engine’s maintenance-free aftertreatment system lowers operating costs and maximizes machine uptime. The choice between power and economy modes fine-tunes power requirements to the task at hand, offering up to 10 percent lower fuel usage than previous models without sacrificing machine performance. New front linkage offerings provide up to 42 ft. 8 in. reach allowing operators to move more material without repositioning the machine. The MH3026 also offers up to 20 percent greater swing torque to move more New front linkage offerings provide up to 42 ft. 8 in. reach allowing opermaterial faster. ators to move more material without repositioning the machine. The Heavy lift mode boosts lifting capac- MH3026 also offers up to 20 percent greater swing torque to move more ities to more efficiently handle heavy material faster. loads. Allowing the boom to freely travel up and down without using pump flow, the standard are conveniently positioned in front of and within easy reach SmartBoom allows the operator to focus on grapple control of the operator to avoid unnecessary movements. and have a smoother, more fuel efficient, cycle. A larger, 10-in. high-resolution touchscreen monitor with A range of attachments and new reach options are avail- jog-dial offers easy navigation of the intuitive operator conable for varied applications to increase operating flexibility. trols. Different machine operators can store their specific joystick and preferred power mode settings, and the machine Technology automatically recalls the settings based on the Operator ID. Now standard technologies on the Cat MH3026 material The MH3026 offers a maximum cab height of 18 ft. 10handler elevate operating protection. E-fence prevents the in. to improve loading and material handling visibility. machine from moving outside operator defined parameters while Cab Avoidance helps the operator by preventing conSuperior Serviceability tact between the attachment and cab. By requiring a PIN Standard Product Link captures critical operating data code to start the engine, the new Operator ID inhibits the such as location, hours, fuel usage, productivity, idle time, machine from unauthorized operation. maintenance alerts and fault codes, which can be remotely accessed and tracked to boost fleet management efficiency. Designed for Safe Operation Lasting 50 percent longer than previous designs, the new Large tempered glass windows with small pillars on the hydraulic oil filter improves filtration and increases change reengineered cab design enhance all-around visibility and intervals to 3,000 operating hours. New anti-drain valves operating safety. Standard right-side and rearview cameras, keep the hydraulic oil clean during filter replacement. All upgradable to 360-degree vision, display video feed on the engine filters feature a coordinated 1,000-operating-hour large in-cab touchscreen monitor to further enhance work change interval, and the new air intake filter with precleaner area visibility. Thicker, high-impact and impact-resistant lasts up to 1,000 hours to reduce maintenance requirements. windshields and roof windows meet EN356, P8B and P5A Operators conveniently track filter life and maintenance standards. intervals on the in-cab high-resolution monitor. Eliminating A ground-level shutoff switch stops all fuel to the engine the need for operator interaction, the high-efficiency cooling and shuts down the machine. Preventing reverse oil flow in fan features a standard automatic reverse function to keep the the event of an unexpected loss of hydraulic pressure, stan- cores clean, maximizing machine uptime. An optional dard boom and stick lowering check valves keep the front vibrating cooling screen activates during reverse fan operalinkage securely in place. tion to further improve dust and debris removal. All daily maintenance points are quickly accessed from For more information, visit www.cat.com.
Manager: Freeman
Brad Freeman
IROCK Crushers has welcomed Brad Freeman to the position of regional sales manager of the central United States. Freeman joins IROCK with well over a decade of industry experience. The role encompasses day-to-day sales management as well as accountability for the overall growth of IROCK’s presence in the central United States. Freeman will continue, and build upon, IROCK’s ongoing sustainable sales growth through distributor relationships to represent the IROCK mobile crushing, screening and conveying product lines. “I’m looking forward to my work with IROCK — the company has experienced tremendous growth over the past few years, and I’m very excited for the opportunity to add my skills and experience to an already incredible team of experts in materials processing equipment,” Freeman said. Most recently, Freeman held the position of regional sales manager of Astec Industries. Among his many responsibilities, he managed all outside sales efforts, development and product promotions alongside dealers in the south/central region of the United States. Before this, Freeman worked as a designer/drafter, then as a sales application specialist, with Johnson Crushers International (an Astec Industries Company). Nate Russell, IROCK’s director of sales and business development, added, “The sales department is thrilled for Brad to be joining the team. I couldn’t think of a better-suited candidate for this position. His prior experience in design, sales, and management in materials processing equipment make him the ideal person to help grow and strengthen IROCK’s presence throughout the central U.S. I’m looking forward to the insight and expertise he brings to his role as regional sales manager.” For more information, call 216/390-6879, email bfreeman@irockcrushers.com or visit www.irockcrushers.com.
