Capital Equipment News August 2023

WHEEL LOADERS

S7X boasts electric drive motors and ball screw actuators for lift and tilt functions. Delivering unmatched torque and performance, the S7X combines sustainability, zero emissions, and top-tier efficiency, offering operators a near-silent and vibration-free experience. With an impressive 8-hour runtime on a single charge, the S7X sets a new standard for electric construction machinery. Technology at the forefront Bobcat’s MaxControl Remote Operation revolutionises machine control, and at Demo Days, it had an exciting twist with the integration of the Razer Kishi mobile gaming controller. By harnessing the intuitive control capabilities of the Kishi controller, operators can effortlessly operate the MaxControl system via physical joysticks, offering console-level precision. Pioneering transparency, Bobcat unveils the T-OLED touchscreen, a collaborative endeavour with LG. Mounted on a compact loader, the T-OLED touchscreen empowers operators with a customizable interface, smart widgets, and interactive applications. This revolutionary innovation provides real-time job site data, delivering critical insights and machine information seamlessly while allowing operators to MaxControl remote operation system, heralds a new era in versatile equipment operation. Empowering operators to control the excavator remotely using an iPhone, the E35z combines electro hydraulic control with precision and programmability, enabling users to conduct intricate operations with ease. Bobcat in South Africa While not all the machines from Demo Days are available locally, Goscor Earthmoving Equipment, as the exclusive Bobcat dealer in South Africa, is committed to providing construction professionals with expert support and personalised service when it comes to Bobcat machines locally. In South Africa, the Bobcat range of Skid Steer Loaders and Compact Track Loaders are particularly well populated, and considering the uptake of electric equipment available locally, Bobcat models such as the S7X all-electric skid steer loader and the L95 wheel loader could just be driving onto a construction site locally soon enough. b maintain situational awareness. The E35z Electro-hydraulic Mini Excavator, paired with Bobcat’s

The world’s first all-electric skid steer loader, the S7X, delivers unmatched torque and performance and combines sustainability, zero emissions, and top-tier efficiency.

Bobcat’s MaxControl Remote Operation revolutionises machine control, and at Demo Days, it had an exciting twist with the integration of the Razer Kishi mobile gaming controller.

The L40 Compact Wheel Loader and the L35 Small Articulated Loader (SAL) are designed to cater to diverse construction needs.

innovation is showcased through a forestry application, where the T86, paired with the XT FRC extra torque forestry cutter, seamlessly mulches tree sections into smaller chips, offering a potent tool for arboricultural tasks. A Glimpse into the Future of Skid-Steer Loaders At the forefront of sustainable innovation, the S7X reigns supreme as the world’s first all-electric skid-steer loader. Operating on a 60.5-kWh lithium-ion battery, the

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