To support the energy transition to a low-carbon future, Caterpillar will showcase four electric machine prototypes, including battery prototypes, at Bauma 2022 from 24-30 October in Munich, Germany.
Caterpillar aims to provide specific integrated solutions to help customers achieve their sustainability goals based on geography, site and specific needs. Among the many solutions, prototype electric machines include the 301.9 mini excavator, 320 medium excavator, 950 GC medium front loader and 906 compact front loader. The machines are powered by prototype Caterpillar batteries and include an on-board AC charger. The company also plans to offer an offboard DC fast charging option.
Caterpillar can help customers achieve their sustainability goals, including reducing emissions on site. It is important that we support customers in their sustainability efforts now with a variety of solutions, including machines that run on renewable fuels or technologies that increase fuel efficiency, but also support them in the future with new generations of machines.
Anthony Fassino, Chairman of the Construction Industry Group.
Caterpillar-designed batteries on these machines will also be available for other industrial applications. Based on proven Caterpillar technologies, the lithium-ion battery range has a modular design that offers flexible configurations in multiple applications. Batteries are sized according to industry and customer performance needs and to maximise durability throughout their lifecycle, including recycling and reuse at end of life.
Our electrified products leverage our advanced systems integration expertise and are designed to meet the performance expectations customers have of Caterpillar. We focus on helping our customers achieve optimal product lifecycle and on-site energy consumption, enabling them to maximize value and minimize total cost of ownership.
Joe Creed, Chairman of the Energy and Transport Group.
The 301.9 and 906 are expected to be the first commercially available models.
Source: www.bm-cat.com
Last Updated on 20 November 2023