In the construction and material handling sector, loaders are evolving to meet diverse operational needs with increased efficiency and safety. Modern backhoe loaders are being designed with tool carrier-style front ends, making them ideal for handling materials like pallets and pipes. Articulated loaders are combining heavy-duty performance with innovative designs for enhanced maneuverability and safety. Check out a couple product options below.
CASE Construction Equipment 580SV Construction King
The 580SV Construction King backhoe loader from CASE Construction Equipment brings a tool carrier-style front end back to the company’s backhoe line, ideal for businesses who use the loader end of their backhoe as a primary material handler — loading and unloading pallets, moving pipe and other bundled material around the yard. Adding a 4-in-1 bucket, a 6-in-1 bucket, or any of the countless attachments available for CASE backhoes turns this into a robust multi-purpose job site solution — and a hydraulic quick coupler makes it easy. Both center pivot and side-shift models are available. 866-542-2736; www.casece.com
Mecalac North America AX1000
The AX1000 articulated loader from Mecalac North America combines heavy-duty performance with self-stabilizing maneuverability and a sleek design. Its monoboom provides greater boom rigidity and strength, resisting the twisting that can occur with the traditional two-arm setup. Combining large, tinted windows with the unique monoboom design, it eliminates the two loader arms obstructing the operator’s view and allows clear visibility to the left and right in addition to straight ahead. Along with enhanced safety, this outstanding visibility boosts productivity. It also offers greater stability because the machine’s pivot joint is offset at a positive angle. As the machine articulates, the center of gravity is transferred to the rear, so it can re-level itself, greatly reducing the risk of the machine toppling over. It has a standard bucket volume of 1.3 cubic yards, plus a 75 hp engine. It has a lift capacity of 9,038 pounds, and maintains lifting power from the ground to its highest point. 508-921-3076; www.mecalac.com
