This week we look at a crawler loader from John Deere and a robotic total station from Topcon Positioning Systems. Click to begin the slide show.
Product Snapshot: Crawler Loader and Robotic Total Station
TS Series Skid-Steer Loaders are available in operating weights from 6,500 lb to 8,600 lb, with rated operating capacities ranging from 1,500 lb to 3,000 lb. Radial and vertical-lift-path configurations are selectable. An optional two-speed transmission allows for the skid-steer loader to travel at speeds of up to 12 mph. The loaders feature standard joystick controls with a foot throttle. A tilt-up operator's station, swing-out cooling module and oversized axle pods allow for easier cleaning and maintenance. Takeuchi; 706-693-3600; www.takeuchi.com
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CertaForm Leave-in-Place Form is a concrete form that can be used with Form-a-Drain in one-sided drainage applications. Made of recycled PVC, the form can be left in place along the concrete footing after curing. Available as a 6-in. high by 12-ft.-long form, it does not require special staking. After installation, Form-a-Drain collects groundwater through side vents and can divert flow to a drainage pipe. CertainTeed; 800-239-8990; www.certainteed.com
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The 605K Crawler Loader is the latest addition to John Deere's K-Series. It is powered by a Deere PowerTech 4.5-L Interim Tier 4 diesel engine with a net horsepower of 110 hp. The loader's hydrostatic transmission allows the operator to choose between V-pattern or joystick control options. It is available with a general-purpose bucket or a four-in-one multipurpose bucket. Cab features include a sealed-switch model with keyless start and a security touch pad with a numeric pass code. John Deere Construction & Forestry Division; 800-503-3373; www.johndeere.com
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The PS-AS Robotic Total Station can be used for stakeout or as a component in a jobsite local positioning system for 3D machine control. It features Topcon's TSshield security and maintenance software as well as PowerTrac technology to improve prism tracking. It has a water-resistant IP65 casing. The PS-AS Robotic Total Station is available in one-second and three-second arc intervals, with Pocket3D or MAGNET data-collection software. Topcon Positioning Systems; 925-245-8300; www.topconpositioning.com
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