COMPONENTS Ӏ CRANE CAB
The cab has a new
multifunction steering wheel, a side roller blind on the operator’s door, improved instruments and modules as well as new displays and a central locking system with remote key. A new automatic heating and air-conditioning system in the operator’s cab and in the crane cab features an adapted design for a high level of comfort. A sun sensor detects strong sunshine and automatically adjusts the heating settings accordingly.
The cab comes with a new
control system, LICCON3, the system’s third generation. It includes a new software package and programming language as well as a faster databus, more storage space and more computing power. Proven hardware components, such as the mobile operating and display unit, have been kept. Liebherr says the touchscreen function on the large new display in the superstructure cab means that it is now even easier and more comfortable to control and the way in which the information is shown has also been revised and simplified. It seems the operator has never had it so good in terms of working environment. Manufacturers, too,
The Grammer
Primo XM for construction machines with a low-profile suspension
benefit from the multitude of parts suppliers – enabling them to pick ‘n’ mix from sub-suppliers and component distributers in their quest to build the perfect cabin.
Sure Grip
Controls carried out extensive research during the development of its Endurance Series
SITTING COMFORTABLY? A key component of any cabin, critical to the comfort of the operator, is their seat. “Construction operators work
in extreme environments and often suffer with back issues from vibrations or long hours,” says Mark Vivian, sales manager at independent UK-based seat distributor TEK Seating. “Protection is crucial so it’s important that drivers understand how their seat works and that it’s correctly fitted for their weight and body shape. In the long run it’s certainly worth investing in a comfortable, safe seat.” TEK stocks seats from
manufacturers including Grammer, United Seats, KAB, Isringhausen and Milsco – so it is well placed to advise on the various attributes of its stock. To help minimise vibrations in
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construction environments, for example, TEK highlights the KAB 600 series, from Kab Seating, which offers high and medium back air suspension. Alternatively, it can also supply
the Actimo Evolution P premium comfort seat with pods from manufacturer Grammer. It has low frequency air suspension, an automatic positioning system, adjustable shock absorber, electronic weight adjustment, and pneumatic lumbar support. Also from Grammer is
the Primo XM, designed for construction vehicles with a low- profile suspension. It is available with pneumatic or mechanical suspension and quick weight adjustment and also offers support when driving backwards due to lumbar support. From seat manufacturer
Isringhausen TEK stocks the 6000/577 SK mechanical suspension seat and the 6500/577 24-volt air seat. Both feature front operating controls, armrests, horizontal adjustments and seat contact switches.
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