Capital Equipment News May 2019

BAUMA 2019 REVIEW – ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT

the environment. This, together with the fact that they have extremely low noise levels, makes them ideal for use in cities and densely populated areas.” From concept to reality The launch of the ECR25 and L25 follows positive reactions to Volvo CE’s concept machines over the past few years. This includes the prototype EX2 fully electric compact excavator and the prototype LX2 electric compact wheel loader. “While the ECR25 and L25 are different machines, the learnings from these research projects have helped to build the foundations for the new range of electric compact machines,” explains Young. “The technology we have been developing is now sufficiently robust and this, together with changes in customer behaviour and a heightened regulatory environment, makes now the right time to launch our electric compact machines.” Now that the first electric compact machines have been unveiled, a number of machines will be used and tested by customers in pilot projects before production begins mid-2020. “This isn’t just an aspiration. Our commitment to an electric future is clear and tangible. By mid-2020 we will begin to launch a range of electric compact excavators (EC15 to EC27) and electric wheel loaders (L20 to L28), stopping new diesel engine-based development of these models,” says Jernberg. “In parallel, we will keep working to find additional opportunities for electromobility across all product ranges and applications. We want to be able to offer our customers clean, efficient solutions that deliver on performance and productivity. We want to be able to offer responsible, sustainable products, a clear path to a better tomorrow,” adds Jernberg. Innovating for a sustainable future Jernberg says unveiling the first commercial electric machines marks a significant moment in Volvo CE’s journey towards building a more sustainable future. “In line with the Volvo Group’s strategic focus on electromobility in all business areas, we are driving leadership in electromobility and delivering sustainable solutions that support customer success. The electrification of construction equipment will produce cleaner, quieter and more efficient machines – this represents the future of our industry.” “When confronted with the challenge of building a better tomorrow, you have to pick a side. Between positive and negative.

“When confronted with the challenge of building a better tomorrow, you have to pick a side. Between positive and negative. Between action and apathy. At Volvo CE, we have picked our side, we have committed to changing the status quo. We have made our stance and decided on which path to take. We are moving with the current, towards an electric, sustainable future.”

Melker Jernberg, President of Volvo CE

“The technology we have been developing is now sufficiently robust and this, together with changes in customer behaviour and a heightened regulatory environment, makes now the right time to launch our electric compact machines.”

Scott Young, director Electromobility and Automation at Volvo CE

TALKING POINTS

Volvo ECR25 Electric Runtime

Up to 8 hours

Off-board fast charging

80% recharge in 1 hour

On board 230 VAC charger

6-hour recharge

Weight

2,5 t

Breakout force

20,2 kN 2,76 m 3,07 m

Max. digging depth

Max. dump height

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