Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T), which offers a wide range of construction, mining, earthmoving and road building equipment, achieved yet another milestone when its Construction & Mining Equipment Business Unit delivered the first L&T-Komatsu manufactured Hydraulic Excavator Model PC130-7 in Bangalore on February 22, 2007. This hydraulic excavator which comes with Komatsu's GALEO brand has a host of p owerful and convenient features that make it the most versatile machine in its class, for a wide range of applications.
L&T-Komatsu PC130-7 comes with a revolutionary system called HydrauMind. This is a technologically sophisticated yet mechanically simple system, which controls the operations of the excavator. Essentially hydraulic, this system brings higher power, better manoeuvrability and controllability to the operators' fingertips. For example, when the ground condition changes in digging, HydrauMind automatically adjusts the hydraulic oil pressure to accommodate the change. All the components in the machine work in synergy with the optimum combination of speed and power.
The spacious operator's cabin has an ergonomically-designed seat that can tilt and slide forward and backward, together with the work equipment and control levers, to ensure the best working position for the operator at all times.
The machine has 4 working modes making it adaptable for working in different operating conditions. It comes with a self-diagnostic monitor which cautions the operator if any abnormalities arise in the machine while working.
The snap-ring type bucket pin fixture facilitates easy bucket replacement - just a screwdriver is needed. The swing holding brake of the machine automatically prevents any hydraulic drift after the swing is stopped. It enables comfortable swing operation on uneven terrain and slopes. The other field-proven features in the machine are: double lock electric connectors for increased reliability; and a fuel-efficient 89 HP engine.
L&T-Komatsu PC130-7 hydraulic excavator is manufactured in Bangalore by L&T-Komatsu Limited -- L&T's joint venture with Komatsu Asia & Pacific Pte Ltd. This manufacturing facility in Bangalore has ISO 9001 accreditation for design, manufacture and service, and ISO 14001 certification for Environment Management System.
