With the theme ‘The Next 100 Years’, Caterpillar will showcase a wide range of equipment, technologies, power options and services at bauma. The company’s exhibit will cover over 9,000 sq m of space featuring 48 machines, which include 17 new introductions or upgrades. These consist of enhancements to the battery electric line-up, expansions to the Next Generation line-up, and additions to the demolition, waste handling and recycling portfolios.
Cat Performance Centre
The Cat Performance Centre will take centre-stage, showcasing the possibilities when power, machinery, technology and autonomy work together. The display will focus on a range of solutions designed to support its customers be more successful on their respective jobsites, including helping increase performance, streamline efficiencies and achieve their sustainability goals. Visitors will have the chance to simulate how upgrading their fleet with Caterpillar’s latest machine technologies can lead to significant reductions in fuel consumption and associated greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Additionally, the Cat Performance Centre will feature the latest 301.9 mini hydraulic excavator and 906 compact wheel loader from the battery electric product offerings, both are available through select Cat dealer rental fleets. The newest updates to the 320 and 950 GC prototypes will also be showcased, along with associated charging options and services. Attendees can experience an electrified jobsite simulation, showing data insights and energy flows that real-world customers are already benefiting from, thanks to Caterpillar’s ecosystem of electric innovations.
Technology, connectivity and safety
Experts are on hand to demonstrate advancements to VisionLink, an integrated Cat solution for equipment management, operations management and safety management. The expanded Cat Detect portfolio, such as People Detection, Seatbelt Monitoring, Driver Safety System (DSS) and Collision Mitigation, will demonstrate how technologies can maximise safety and performance.
The full suite of Cat Grade offerings will be presented, comprising Cat Grade with 3D and Cat Payload for excavators. Cat Command technology will enable remote machine operation from a safe distance, with a demonstration of machines operating remotely from sites across Europe including at the Caterpillar Demonstration and Learning Centre in Malaga, Spain.
Latest equipment
Joining the compact equipment offering are three recently introduced Next Generation compact track loaders with upgrades in engine power and torque, lift and tilt breakout forces, stability, operator comfort and technology.
The new D8 dozer will be featured, based on the Next Generation platform. It has a new high-end operator station that is common with the D5-D7 platforms and comes with a 15-degree angled seat for enhanced comfort. Additionally, it introduces a full suite of Assist features and is Cat Grade 3D ready ex-factory, with the option to upgrade to Cat Command remote control.
Making its first appearance at bauma is the 140 AWD Next Generation motor grader. Still in prototype stage, this 20-t machine consolidates two existing platforms into a common next generation platform for motor graders, providing customers more choices of features, technologies and configurations.
The launch of the new MH3032 further expands the material handler line-up. Ideally suited to serve the scrap segment with a near 15 m reach and up to 1 cu m grapple, this machine is equipped with the ease-of-use features including 2D E-fence with Cab Avoidance, Cat Payload and Swing Assist for enhanced safety, production and efficiency.
Further introductions to the demolition, waste handling and recycling portfolios include the new 330 UHD ultra-high demolition hydraulic excavator. Standard features comprise the Stability Monitoring System with light and sound indicators in the cab on the ultra-high front, Cat Payload and Cat Grade control with 2D for the retrofit front parts. Also joining the line-up is the introduction of the Variable Angle Boom option on the 340 VAB designed for demanding demolition sites.
Caterpillar will display two M323 Next Generation wheeled excavators, configured specifically for the railroad industry. The new M323 railroad excavator offers hydrostatic, friction or hybrid transmission options, providing maximum versatility for customers. It features both long and short radius options addressing specific application needs, while maintaining consistent lifting capacities across both configurations.
A new prototype Cat 775 off-highway truck and the reintroduced 395 front shovel will also be on display. The 775 transitions to the Next Generation platform with increased truck body volume; this machine was designed to deliver superior performance and efficiency. The 395 front shovel features a Cat C18B engine, improved durability and extended service intervals.
Services and support solutions
As part of Caterpillar’s services commitment, exclusive with a Customer Value Agreement, the company commits to next day maintenance and second day common repair parts availability. If parts are not available as promised, costs may be offset by reimbursing customers for the value of the late part up to a specific amount (depending on the country/dealer). Additionally, the programme offers a second day technician response time to fix unplanned repairs.
The Cat Certified Rebuild Programs and Cat Certified Used products will highlight how end-of-life machines can be restored to like-new condition by skilled dealer technicians, who can also provide support beyond the standard machine warranty with Equipment Protection Plans. These offerings can reduce the cost of buying new equipment while also being a sustainable choice by reducing waste and consumption of raw materials.
Engines and jobsite power
Caterpillar’s industrial engines that are compatible with renewable fuels such as 100% hydrotreated vegetable oils (HVO) will be on display, including the new C13D and a new high power C3.6 delivering 142 hp. There will also be the first showing of a series electric drivetrain, part of a growing electrification ecosystem of solutions from the company; a hydrogen engine testing exhibit highlighting the ongoing fuels development work and a remanufactured C7.1.
Providing reliable onsite power, Caterpillar’s range of EUV certified mobile XQP generator sets have been specifically designed to withstand the harsh conditions across many construction sites. The XQP115 genset, compatible with HVO as well, will be on display.
Another highlight is the XES60 mobile battery energy storage solution (BESS). Since its launch, the XES BESS products have been a key piece of equipment on many construction sites with its rapid plug and play installation. It supports onsite battery electric machine charging.
The XES BESS can be used with a combination of grid connection, generator sets using a variety of liquid and gaseous fuels, and renewable energy sources, such as solar, to store surplus energy and dispatch from these reserves as needed. With automatic monitoring of load levels, it can easily combine power sources and stored energy as necessary increasing jobsite energy efficiency, resulting in decreased fossil fuel usage and associated GHG emissions.
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