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predecessor, the 1210G offers several load space alternative with different widths for different uses. Optional Variable Load Space (VLS) offers three special bunks with telescopic stakes that can be extended hydraulically. The headboard is able to move both horizontally and vertically, and extends with the load stakes. The 1510G machine is equipped with an engine that increases the machine power by 5.1 percent and torque by as much as 8.7 percent, increasing machine productivity. More agile than the previous model, the 1510G slewing angle has been increased from 42 to 44 degrees. Both the 1210G and 1510G models are available in a long bogie version, ideal for soft terrain. The distance between the front and rear wheel hubs in rear bogie has been increased, and the power train and turning radius on the 1210G and 1510G models are the same as with the standard HD portal bogie-equipped machine. Additionally, the ground pressure of the rear chassis equipped with tracks is 14 percent less than an ordi-
Supply Post Western Canada Edition · Our Readers Are Your Buyers nary bogie axle. The low ground pressure on both the front and rear chassis of the machine makes it ideal for soft terrain, as the tracks are shallower and the depression is smaller. Additionally, the long bogie performs exceptionally in normal terrain, and brings stability when navigating over obstacles in rocky terrain. Designed to improve operator comfort, the John Deere forwarders are available in two cab options, fixed or rotating and leveling. The rotating and leveling cabin helps the operator maintain the correct working posture, preventing stress on the back and shoulder areas, even on uneven terrain, and reduces vibration by as much as 30 to 50 percent during operation. The cabin can be rotated 290 degrees, offering a view of the boom and grapple for safer, easier log loading. Large windows allow virtually unrestricted all-around visibility. Additionally, fatigue-beating enhancements, like comfortable ergonomic armrests, fully adjustable air-cushioned seat and automated climate-control system, ensure that the operator remains productive through-
out the day. All John Deere Forwarders are available with JDLink, now five years in base. JDLink is designed to remotely connect own-
ers and managers to their equipment and local John Deere dealer, providing alerts and machine information, including location, utilization, performance
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and maintenance data, to better manage where and how equipment is used. To learn more about the 1110G, 1210G and 1510G Forwarders, as well as IBC
and JDLink, please visit your local John Deere Forestry dealer or www.deere. com/forwarders. b Source: John Deere
Contract Awarded For Cowichan River Bridges’ Seismic Upgrade The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure has awarded a $998,900 contract to Seismic 2000 Construction Ltd. of Aldergrove to carry out the Cowichan River bridges’ seismic safety retrofit project. This upgrade is scheduled to begin in late September and be completed by spring 2018. “Retrofitting the existing structures to meet current seismic standards will ensure the Trans-Canada Highway corridor is kept safe and reliable for traffic, cyclists and pedestrians,” said Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Claire Trevena. The 77-metrelong twin steel bridges over the Cowichan River are located in Duncan on Highway 1, approximately 200 metres north of the Boys Road intersection. The west bridge was built in 1950 and the east bridge was built in 1978.
Both require seismic and safety upgrades to bring them up to modern-day standards. Work will involve raising and lowering each bridge to replace the existing bearings with seismic isolation bearings. During construction, the ministry will ensure traffic delays are kept to a minimum, particularly during peak periods. Intermittent closures of approximately two to four hours will occur overnight when traffic volumes are lowest, and travellers will be diverted over the adjacent bridge. Motorists are advised to pay special attention to signs because of these changing traffic patterns, obey traffic control personnel, and watch for workers throughout the project. For up-todate traffic advisories, please check: www. drivebc.ca. b Source: Gov.bc.ca
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