Technological features both inside and outside of the cab continue to revolutionize the way operators complete their work.
There’s no doubt that technology can be a powerful ally that keeps operators productive and efficient while also reducing unexpected downtime. These enhanced features can also provide peace of mind — ensuring operators stay on top of maintenance schedules and accurately monitor the health of their machines. Let’s take a closer look at a few noteworthy tech advancements for your compact track loader.
Enhancing Control With Joystick Technology
With improved controllability, joystick systems make the machine feel like an extension of the operator’s body, allowing for precise movement, control and comfort. Some solutions give operators the ability to tailor machine responsiveness to their specific needs. Workgroup and drive-response settings can allow operators to select from multiple responsiveness levels based on preference or the task at hand. This level of customization ensures that operators can work with greater confidence and control, reducing fatigue and improving overall jobsite productivity.
Near Real-Time Insights
User-friendly display screens have become an integral part of modern compact track loaders, providing operators with near real-time machine data and critical alerts. These displays offer clear and intuitive interfaces, making it easier to monitor fuel levels, hydraulic performance and maintenance reminders. Advanced screens also allow operators to quickly assess operational parameters and make necessary adjustments. With high-resolution visuals and touch-screen capabilities, these displays help streamline operation and troubleshooting, keeping downtime to a minimum.
Smarter Fleet Management
To maintain a comprehensive overview of their operations, business owners need a solution that doesn’t require them to be physically present at every jobsite. Integrating telematics allows them to remotely monitor machine health, location and usage. This data-driven approach helps to detect potential maintenance issues before they become costly repairs. It also improves security by enabling geofencing and tracking equipment location, while optimizing machine usage through performance tracking and efficiency analytics. Telematics solutions provide valuable insights that lead to better decision-making and improved machine longevity, ultimately boosting jobsite productivity.
Some fleet management systems can even notify dealerships about equipment issues. Rather than bringing the equipment into the dealership or dispatching a service technician, this streamlined approach allows equipment owners and their dealership to work together to assess the severity of the machine’s issue by reviewing the diagnostic data.
With machine and operator performance data in hand, business owners can save time and money on equipment, logistics and labor.
Remote Operation
Remote operation systems are especially helpful if you’re shorthanded on the jobsite. It also helps operators avoid repeated trips in and out of the cab. Passing through gated entrances and exits, maneuvering a compact track loader onto a trailer, and digging post holes are examples of the many tasks made easier with a remote operation system.
As technology continues to advance, remote operation will also evolve with the opportunity for greater autonomy. Autonomous operation will be especially beneficial for completing repetitive tasks like basic material movement that do not require a skilled operator.
When used correctly, advanced technology can improve work on jobsites by enhancing productivity and efficiency. Features such as selectable joystick controls, intuitive display screens, telematics and remote operation systems revolutionize compact track loader operation, offering smart and simple ways to maximize machine performance.