New Holland Demolition Rigs meet the specific needs of demolition sites
(23/01/2007)

New Holland's E385LC and E485LC Demolition are designed to meet the specific needs of the demolition sites.

Weighing in at 41.0 t and 52.6 tons respectively, these units offer maximum reach heights of 23.1 m and 27.4 m, with a maximum crusher weight of 2 500 kg. Net flywheel power is 212 kW / 288 hp and 250 kW / 340 hp respectively.

In such a hazardous environment as demolition, safety is of paramount importance, and with that in mind these units feature a first-class safety cab with top (FOPS) and front guards, tested according to International Standard ISO 10262 “Operator Protective Guards” Level II – the highest level in terms of safety. A 30° hydraulic tilting cab, giving perfect visibility over the equipment at high reach, is available as an option.

Electronic sensors are mounted on the articulation points of the boom and arms, keeping the relevant angles constantly under control. Signals are fed back to the onboard computer, providing both optical and acoustic warnings to the operator should any angle reach the pre-set safety limits of the unit.

A robust shield, mounted at the top of the boom, is positioned to deflect falling debris during demolition, further protecting the operator.

Stability is excellent, with heavier counterweights and, on the E485, further enhanced by an extendable undercarriage gauge; the variable gauge also enables the machine to be within the 3 m limit for transportation, as is the E385 in its EL version.

Slow return valves, and special software in the onboard computer, provide for extra smooth operation when working at height. Should there be any loss in hydraulic pressure, anti-drop valves, fitted to the demolition attachment cylinders, avoid any risk.

To face up to the severe conditions of demolition work, these units feature a robust shield to protect the crusher cylinder; a hydraulic hose layout design to provide maximum protection; a bolted undercover to protect valves and hoses positioned inside the undercarriage; a centralised, automatic, lubrication system which reduces both failure risks and maintenance costs.

An optional, monobloc adaptor enables both machines to be convertible from demolition to standard configuration for normal digging operations, thereby ensuring maximum machine utilisation for the owner, and a maximum return on his investment. The process is facilitated by means of a mechanical coupler, while stop valves prevent oil leakage during the operation. The attachment not in use can be stored, or transported, in special cages.

The demolition booms are of the segmented-type design, ensuring that configuration can be the most suitable for the working height.

Both New Holland demolition rigs respect the European “reduced noise level” directive 2000/14/EC Phase 2.

With the increasing demand for “selective” demolition, where the site needs to be left clean for the next owner, the New Holland full-line range offers a wide choice of equipment to assist both demolition, where access is denied to the bigger units, and clean up operations: mini-excavators up to 5 t, equipped with hydraulic breakers or crushers; skid steer loaders, equipped with hydraulic breakers, buckets or sweeper brushes; standard crawler excavators, equipped with hydraulic breakers or buckets for loading debris; large wheel loaders.