Page 46 - CO January 2022

EQUIPMENT TICKER TAPE a number of machines from the 10-model medium excavator

range, which runs from 14 to 25 tonnes.
The company gave an overview of the DX140LCR-7, the most
compact of the new line-up, describing its Stage V-compliant
D34 engine, articulated boom, with optimised features for urban
utility work.
The machine also has a new cab design, with DAB audio system,
plus keyless start and remote control door locking/unlocking.
Many of these new features are echoed throughout the range,
including a tiltrotator mode, with optimised settings for the
increasingly-popular attachment.
Mid-range machines
Doosan next introduced the DX225LC-7 and DX225-7X models,
within the 23-25 tonne class.
L&T AND KEMROC INK PACT TO DISTRIBUTE LATTER’S In these machines, digging force and stability have been
CUTTING-EDGE PRODUCTS IN INDIA enhanced to improve productivity and efficiency, while the
Larsen & Toubro, the leading Indian multinational engaged in D-Ecopower feature promises to improve productivity, with
EPC Projects, Hi-Tech Manufacturing and Services, and Kemroc, a reduced fuel consumption and smoother control.
global manufacturer of attachments for excavators and backhoe During the virtual event, Doosan said the 7X model was full of “new
loaders, have entered into a distribution agreement that will smart solutions”, including fully-electronic hydraulics, machine
facilitate Kemroc products to be distributed and promoted in the guidance and control, 2D Grade Assist technology and an
Indian market by L&T. onboard weighing system to increase the accuracy of production.
The agreement to this effect was signed by Vivek Hajela, Vice- Onboard technology also includes Fine Swing, to improve
President and Head-CEB, L&T and Klaus Ertmar, Managing Director, controllability, and a Virtual Wall feature – a workable range that
Kemroc recently in Bengaluru in the presence of Arvind K. Garg, can be set by the operator to increase safety.
Executive Vice-President & Head, L&T Construction & Mining 3D Grade Assist for use with tiltrotators is said to be coming soon
Machinery. for the 7X, and will be fully compatible with tech firm Trimble’s 3D
The agreement covers Kemroc-developed special attachments machine control system.
including its patented EK series of Chain Cutters. These chain Quarrying and mining machines
cutters are a game changer in rock trenching and are well At the top of the size class, Doosan introduced the DX490-7 and
accepted across the world, including India. the 530LC-7, with new features including a seat with heating and
Kemroc was originally founded during 2012 in Germany by Klaus cooling capabilities.
Ertmer, who introduced in 2017, a new series of efficient Chain Retractable tracks on these machines combine enhanced
Cutters, Drum Cutters, Cutter Wheels, Pile Cutters, Trenchers, Patch stability and easy transportation, while the company says the
Planners and Drilling Augurs with applications covering trench digging force improvements make these machines the best in
excavation, tunnel excavation, foundation excavation, quarrying, their class for quarrying and mining applications.
demolition of old structures, drilling holes, road works, asphalt Optional extras for the bigger excavators include an ultrasonic
milling as well as under-water excavation. detection system – enhancing safety and giving operators a clear
This strategic partnership will enable L&T to expand its product all-round view of the worksite – plus an intelligent floating boom
offerings and provide comprehensive solutions to the customers and an auto greasing system.
in the Construction Industry in India. L&T is already offering special DX-7 range overview
attachments such as Crusher Bucket, Rock Breakers, Quick Doosan Infracore Europe’s VP of sales and marketing, Gilles
Couplers, Demolition Tools and Piling Solutions with tie-ups from Bendaoud, talked about the safety improvements on the new
international brands such as Komatsu, Sandvik and Movax. range, saying, “With exceptional 360-degree cameras, to give
L&T team received the initial order for Kemroc KRL110 Pile Cutter full visibility around the excavators, linked with ultrasonic object
attachment for job-work at IOC site in Paradip-Odisha. detection, our excavators are safer than ever, allowing operators
to focus on their job and minimising the risk of accident.”
DOOSAN LAUNCHES NEW DX-7 EXCAVATOR RANGE In terms of efficiency, he said, “Our new smart hydraulic
Doosan Infracore Europe has unveiled its new range of DX-7 crawler system provides, thanks to a priority valve, optimal flow to the
and wheeled excavators, attachment, when both the arm and the attachment are working
with upgrades ranging from simultaneously, resulting in 30% better work efficiency.”
operator comfort, power and On the DX-7 machines’ sustainability credentials, he said, “We
efficiency and worksite safety. have increased fuel efficiency with our latest Stage V-compliant
10 new models completes engines. In addition, with an improved combustion system,
Doosan’s DX-7 excavator reducing particle emissions, we have increased the lifetime of
range the diesel particulate filter, with no maintenance required until
The company introduced 8,000 hours.”

46 CONSTRUCTION OPPORTUNITIES|JANUARY 2022