Hire and Rental News - February 2016

48 / 60

48 HIRE AND RENTAL NEWS • FEBRUARY 2016
EARTHMOVING & MINI EQUIPMENT
It produces 55.4kW of power at 2,200/rpm
and 300Nm of torque at 1,500/rpm and
meets Tier 4 Final/Stage-3B emissions
regulations using just a diesel oxidation
catalyst (DOC) rather than a diesel
particulate filter (DPF), reducing servicing
and running costs, making it more frugal
than the outgoing Tier-3 models.
“This loading shovel is the perfect tool
carrier,” Greg Sealey, JCB CEA National
Product Manager said.
“It’s compact, which gives it versatility on
a range of sites, as well as being highly
productive and extremely safe, reliable
and comfortable. It also offers JCB’s
straightforward serviceability, which is
so important when the job is running
to a tight schedule. The hydrostatic
AWD makes these models very easy
to use, even for someone who is not an
experienced operator,” Greg said.
“Low rev power and torque means there’s
less risk of overpowering the machine at
a cost to fuel economy.”
Greg said JCB CEA offers several axle
options on the JCB 409ZX including open
diffs for hard ground and limited slip diffs
Versatile all-rounder added to wheel loader range
JCB Construction Equipment Australia (CEA) has expanded its wheel loader range,
with the 409ZX a compact, versatile, wheel loader fitted with a turbo-charged
2.5-litre, four-cylinder JCB Diesel by Kohler engine.
for soft muddy terrain.
“Our 100% switchable front
axle diff lock option provides
ultimate traction on mud
and doesn’t create any shear
forces, so it won’t damage the
ground when it’s not in use.
It can also be engaged on the
move and under load.
“The bottom line is, this is
a flexible machine that gets
the job done. It’s powerful yet
easy to operate and service,
and extremely fuel efficient.
The 409ZX is also safe and
secure, designed to protect its
operators and anyone in the
vicinity, as well as itself.
“To keep the machine secure, a new
immobiliser option is available, providing
security and prevention of theft. There’s
an in-cab quick-hitch isolation system
to prevent attachments being released
without proper control,” Greg said.
“Bearing in mind a comfortable, confident
operator is a more productive employee,
JCB has tailored the cabin to optimal
comfort, including maximum space,
minimal noise levels and efficient heating
and air conditioning,” Greg said.
The operating position takes advantage of
the external design, allowing for all-round
visibility, while all the instruments are
within easy reach of the ergonomically-
designed seat, steering column and
joystick control. Contact: 02 8788 8513 or
visit:
The high torque specifications for screw
piling meant he needed more hydraulic
power, so he invested in a new Takeuchi
TB260 excavator equipped with a Digga
PD15 auger drive. Jed has run up to a
900mm diameter auger bit with a drilling
depth of over 4.5m.
Hydraulic flow needed to be increased
to deliver the 15,000Nm torque required
for screw piling, so Takeuchi distributor
Semco said it installed a switch that links
all the hydraulic pumps on the TB260
excavator to increase hydraulic output for
maximum flow. A visual pressure gauge
within the cabin of the excavator allows
the operator to monitor the hydraulic
pressure delivered to the auger drive.
“The excavator operator is able to switch
between standard or combined pump
Excavator and auger combo boosts piling capability
modes. Valves on the pumps limit flow
to ensure sufficient hydraulic
operating power is left in reserve
for other functions,” Jed said.
“Most of the earthwork involves
drilling into the typical soft clay
found in the coastal region,
however we sometimes have to
use our rock drill when the going
gets tough. The combination of
the TB260 with its ample power
has added to the productivity of
the business. Since purchasing
the equipment in April this year,
the equipment has been running
trouble-free every day. Even when
using our existing standard auger,
we have doubled the speed of our
drilling operation”, Jed said.
Visit:
With a busy workload and looking to expand into screw piling, Torquay-based
drilling and piling contractor, Jed Willman has experienced considerable success
with his hard worked Takeuchi TB145 excavator.
The newest addition to the JCB wheel loader range is the
409ZX, offering compact dimensions with productivity,
versatility and agility
Jed Willman's hard worked Takeuchi TB145 excavator