Construction Industry News
Caterpillar unveiled an affordable grading system for its 6 to 10 ton mini excavators at Equip Expo 2022.
For many years, contractors have been able to equip excavators of various sizes, including the 3.5 to 10-ton machines, with Cat Grade Advanced 2D or 3D control systems. Those systems automate machine functions to help operators of all experience levels improve grading accuracy and consistency.
“Once you're in Cat Grade, you're talking about a lot of technology,” said Greg Worley, Cat product marketing professional.
However, for smaller contractors, the investment in full Cat Grade technology is often a bit high if they are unsure how often they would use it.
Cat's solution comes in the form of the Ease of Use Indicate and E-Fence offerings on the Cat 306 CR, 308 CR and 309 CR Next Gen mini excavators as its "entry level" grading system.
Worley called it "the best damn tape measure you'll ever have in your toolbox." He said these technologies are ideal for digging foundations, drainage and septic systems, irrigation, power supplies and applications near structures or obstacles that operators need to avoid.
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