Most contractors would agree that there is nothing worse than being on the job site without the tools you need. John Deere’s SmartGrade optimizes heavy equipment use, keeping contractors in the cab and in control. Now on small dozer models, the next generation of the program offers improved flexibility, ease of use and increased performance. It is also now available in both Leica and Topcon solutions.
SmartGrade helps contractors easily complete grading tasks and supports new operators to hit target grade more quickly and efficiently. Customers can get to work sooner as no daily setup nor calibration is needed at the startup of the machine. When issues arise, customers and dealers can easily troubleshoot their machine with Wireless Data Transfer and Remote Display Access integration through the John Deere Operations Center.
“Since its introduction to the construction market in 2016, SmartGrade has been a proven solution that enables our customers to get job sites to grade quickly and accurately,” says Matt Costello, product marketing manager John Deere. “Now, as we build upon this technology with the rollout of the next generation of SmartGrade, starting with our small dozer lineup, customers will benefit from improved and expanded capabilities that help increase user confidence and productivity. We are confident that any customer looking to improve their day-to-day operations will greatly benefit from implementing SmartGrade on the job site.”
The split screen capabilities on the G5 10-inch touchscreen display allows the operator to see job site plans and the selected grade management option simultaneously, helping enhance operator flexibility. In addition, machine calibrations can be done easily through the monitor in the cab. John Deere’s 450, 550 and 650 P-Tier dozer models come equipped with upgradable technology solutions that allow machine capabilities to grow with business or job site needs. Therefore, customers can select the solution that best suits their needs, including the adoption of EZ Grade with electro-hydraulic controls, Slope Control, SmartGrade-Ready with 2D grade control or 3D SmartGrade with Topcon or Leica. These options not only provide the customer with the capability to increase performance, but can also be upgraded to a more enhanced grade management solution.
The SmartGrade-Ready with 2D grade control option comes prewired for SmartGrade with Leica and Topcon, enabling seamless upgradeability. This option brings in the G5 display that has Slope Control and easy plug-and-play laser capabilities. This solution is an ideal option for rental fleets and customers who may later require SmartGrade.
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