Caterpillar has recently revealed its latest innovation, the MH3050 material handler. Boasting exceptional performance, reliability, and luxurious cab comfort, the MH3050 is set to revolutionize the industry. Its state-of-the-art electrohydraulic system ensures an optimal balance between power and efficiency, resulting in improved cycle times and the ability to handle larger quantities of material within the same timeframe, ultimately enhancing profit potential. With the introduction of the MH3050, Caterpillar expands its range of material handler options, catering to diverse industrial applications.
The Next Generation material handler from Caterpillar is equipped with the robust Cat C9.3B engine, offering remarkable performance and versatility. This engine has the capability to operate on up to B20 biodiesel, providing a greener alternative. Meeting the stringent EU Stage V and U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emissions standards, the engine incorporates a maintenance-free aftertreatment system, effectively reducing operating costs and ensuring maximum machine uptime.
With the Next Generation material handler, you have the flexibility to fine-tune power requirements to match the task at hand. Choose between Power, Smart, and Economy modes, allowing you to optimize fuel consumption without compromising machine performance. This intelligent feature enables you to achieve greater efficiency and productivity while minimizing environmental impact.
With its versatile boom and stick offerings, the MH3050 material handler delivers exceptional reach, extending up to 18 meters (59’3″). This impressive reach allows operators to handle larger quantities of material without the need for frequent machine repositioning. Additionally, the high swing torque of the MH3050 enables swift and efficient material movement.
The MH3050 is equipped with the standard SmartBoom feature, which allows the boom to move freely up and down without utilizing pump flow. This innovative design allows operators to concentrate on stick and grapple control, resulting in a more fuel-efficient operating cycle. By optimizing fuel consumption, operators can maximize productivity while reducing environmental impact.
The MH3050 offers a wide range of attachments, enhancing the machine’s operating flexibility to suit various applications. For magnet applications, an optional 25 kW generator is available ex-factory, providing additional power when needed.
Overall, the MH3050 material handler is designed to provide extended reach, efficient operation, and increased flexibility, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of material handling tasks.
Technology
The Cat MH3050 material handler incorporates advanced technologies to enhance operational safety. E-fence ensures that the machine remains within predefined boundaries set by the operator, preventing it from moving outside those limits. Cab Avoidance feature actively prevents any potential contact between the attachment and the cab, ensuring maximum safety. With the assistance of Cat Payload, operators can achieve precise load targets, resulting in improved operational efficiency. Whether using grapple or clamshell attachments, operators can accurately estimate the weight of the material in real-time without the need for swinging. Furthermore, the Operator ID system adds an extra layer of security by requiring a unique PIN code to start the engine, preventing unauthorized operation of the machine.
Designed for safe operation
The reengineered cab design of the machine incorporates large tempered glass windows and slim pillars, significantly improving visibility and enhancing overall operating safety. In addition to the standard right-side and rearview cameras, operators have the option to upgrade to a 360-degree vision system, which provides a comprehensive video feed displayed on a spacious in-cab touchscreen monitor, further enhancing visibility of the work area. The windshields and roof windows are constructed with thick, laminated glass that is highly resistant to impact and meets EN356, P8B, and P5A standards. To ensure safety during nighttime operations, the machine is equipped with powerful 1800-lumen LED lights on the chassis, boom, and stick, offering excellent visibility and enhancing safety when working in low-light conditions.
The machine features a ground-level shutoff switch that effectively stops the fuel supply to the engine, resulting in a complete shutdown of the machine. To ensure safety and prevent any unintended movement, standard boom and stick lowering check valves are in place. These valves prevent reverse oil flow in the event of an unexpected loss of hydraulic pressure, keeping the front linkage securely in position. Additionally, the machine offers multiple cab access options, allowing for convenient, safe, and swift entry to the upper service area.
Reimagined comfort
The MH3050 material handler is equipped with a top-of-the-line cab as a standard feature. This premium cab design incorporates joystick steering, eliminating the need for a steering column and enhancing forward visibility, legroom, and ease of cab entry. All controls are thoughtfully positioned in front of the operator, ensuring easy access without unnecessary movements. The cab boasts a large, high-resolution touchscreen monitor measuring 254 mm (10 inches), accompanied by a jog-dial for effortless navigation of the intuitive operator controls. Additionally, the machine is designed to simplify daily operations by automatically recalling joystick settings based on the assigned Operator ID, allowing for easy startup. The hydraulic cab riser, equipped with a new dampening system, not only improves visibility in all directions but also provides a cushion against external vibrations, enhancing operator comfort.
