A Look at 5 Game-Changing Excavator Technologies

Jul 18, 2022 | by Association of Equipment Manufacturers |

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Excavator Tech — Dig Assist, a system from Volvo Construction Equipment, is standard on the company’s 22- to 55-ton excavators. On other models it is an option. The technology lets operators know both visibly and audibly if they are on grade.

While technology has been enhancing excavator performance for more than a decade, end-user demand for certain features has accelerated in the past few years. We talked with leading manufacturers to get their take on those innovations that provide contractors the best bang for the buck — innovations that allow operators to:Dig and grade faster Eliminate guesswork Reduce fuel consumption Enhance operator comfort Improve safety1. Get to grade in considerably less timeRyan Neal, market professional and product application specialist for large excavators at Caterpillar, says 2D grade control has been a game-changer. The operator simply selects target depth and slope, and sensors and onboard processors provide real-time

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