Construction World May 2017

COVER STORY

Formidable TRACKED EXCAVATOR launched JCB Construction Equipment, solely represented in South Africa by Kemach Equipment (Pty) Ltd (Kemach JCB) recently launched the JS305 LC tracked excavator.

Meeting unique needs Established in 2003, Kemach JCB is a joint venture between the shareholders of BH Botswana and Muscat Overseas in Oman. Both these companies are the sole JCB dealers in their respective countries. As a leading earthmoving solutions dealer, Kemach JCB supplies high-calibre equipment to the mining, construction, quarrying and plant hire industries, as well as the central government. A focused dealer of distinguished equipment and support, Kemach JCB continuously strives to put the customer at the heart of its business, fixated on meeting each client’s unique needs. Mark Senyard, the national support and marketing manager says that the JS305 is manufactured at JCB’s state-of-the-art facility in India and is designed to be easy to operate, easy to maintain and to move more material at less cost. Looking at the JS305, Senyard says that the first four units to arrive have been sold, with another 10 on the way. Orders have been placed for additional machines to ensure our order pipeline is in place so as to fulfil what we believe will be an increased demand for this machine. The JS305 has been on test in India and in South Africa, it was on test with one of our customers. “The feedback we’ve had from India and here in South Africa has been excellent particularly in terms of fuel consumption. The unit slots in with the JS205 that JCB launched many years ago.” The JS305’s Dieselmax engine is built for the African and Middle East market as well as for lesser-regulated countries. “It’s not a Tier 4 engine and is ideal especially in terms of fuel consumption. “The JS305 has a simple mechanical fuel injection system that tolerates lower fuel quality and an engine and hydraulics designed with productivity in mind,” Senyard says. Formidable Dieselmax engine At its heart is a formidable 7,2 ℓ Dieselmax engine that produces huge amounts of

conditions, one needs a durable and reliable machine. The JS305 offers exactly that with high-quality components along with simple and robust mechanical fuel injection. The Dieselmax engine has a mechanical in-line Bosch fuel injection system which allows work in areas where fuel quality is poor. The machine benefits from a multi-stage fuel filtration system which protects against a wide range of contaminants as small as two microns. “High tensile strength steel is used to construct the reinforced boom and dipper. Internal baffle plates help to ensure long- life durability, as do the heavy-duty wear strips at the dipper end,” he says, adding that the advanced manufacturing and assembly processes help to guarantee an extremely high level of precision and quality in the components. “The JS305 is built to last. With a heavy-duty lower frame and upper structure, as well as a high-strength boom and arm, this excavator is designed to excel in tough quarry applications. We use finite element analysis with extensive rig and endurance testing to make key components last longer.” All round-visibility is superb, with a large glass area on the right hand side and top corner of the cab. An innovative low- level bonnet allows clear rearward views. Operators are kept abreast of key information via the 3,5" display, which can be accessed via a new rotary controller. A spacious stowage area behind the seat provides plenty of room for an operator’s personal items. JCB’s optional rear view camera displays an uninterrupted rearward view for improved operator confidence while slewing. The bonnet opens front- to-rear for easy and safe engine service access. JCB’s Safety Level Lock fully isolates hydraulic functions to avoid unintended movements. The 2GO systems means a new JCB JS305 can only be started in a safe locked

power and torque. Key features include: • The six-cylinder engine produces its peak power (165 kW) and torque (960 Nm) at a low 1 300 rpm. This allows fuel-efficient matching of the engine and hydraulics. • With a massive 222,6 Nm of bucket tearout, fast cycle times are assured in all applications. The intuitive multifunction operation makes simultaneous tracking and excavating smooth and fast. • The JCB JS305 provides a solid, stable work platform for fast cycle times. Senyard says the control valve optimises hydraulic oil supply to different functions during combined operation. This multifunction prowess guarantees fast cycle times. “When you’re tackling tough applications and difficult working

position via two separate inputs. LiveLink telematics are fitted as standard. This is an innovative JCB

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