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John Deere incorporated customer
feedback when designing the company’s newest hydraulic excavator line,
the G-Series. Available in two models,
the 160G LC and 210G LC, the Tier 4
Interim-certified G-Series offers more
power and productivity than previous
models, combined with a more comfortable cab. The excavators feature
John Deere PowerTech diesel engines
that deliver 121 and 159 horsepower,
respectively, and are equipped with
the Powerwise III hydraulic management system that balances machine
performance with hydraulic flow for
consistent operation. The operator can
choose from three productivity modes,
as well as a power boost function for
use in tough digging. The G-Series has
SIMPLIFIED OIL OPTIONS
Shell Lubricants has restructured its
portfolio of industrial and transmission
lubricants and greases to make it easier
and simpler to choose the right product
for your applications. The new lineup
has four tiers – entry, mainline, premium
and advanced – each offering increasing levels of protection. Many of the
advanced products will offer synthetic
products. The brands include Shell Tellus
hydraulic oils, Omala gear oils, Corena
compressor oils, Tonna slideway oils and
the new Shell Gadus line of greases.
“Old to new” conversion tools help
you make the transition to the correct
product and reduce the risk of misapplication. – Tom Jackson
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a new cab with a larger entryway, extra
legroom, improved visibility and loweffort joysticks. Silicone filled mounts
reduce noise and vibration for a quieter
cab, and amenities such as storage areas
and a hot/cold box for beverages are
included. A multi-language LCD control
monitor enables the operator to access
machine information such as engine rpm
and oil temperature. To ensure hassle-
free maintenance, the G-Series has
easy-access service points and extended
engine and hydraulic oil change intervals. The Machine Information Center
ensures maintenance information is
readily available. Both the 160G LC and
210G LC are available with a variety of
options.
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RUGGED AND
RELIABLE
Perform larger material
handling applications
with Doosan’s DL450
wheel loader, which has
a 6.3-cubic-yard capacity. The DL450 has a
56,329-pound operating
weight, 52,864-pound
breakout force and
41,667-pound full-turn
tipping capacity. The 354-horsepower machine features a six-cylinder water-cooled
diesel engine that complies with Tier 4 Interim regulations. Options include a
hydraulic locking differential to boost driving power during traction loss, and a
torque converter lockup clutch for easier grade climbing. Doosan has increased
service intervals on the front lift arm pins by 500 percent – from 50 to 250 hours
– and tilt cylinder hydraulic hoses have been rerouted for improved hose reliability.
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