Steep slope harvesting doesn ’ t have to be uncomfortable for the operator
“ In recent years , the increased emphasis on machine ergonomics and the ease of use has been one of the most important changes in the development of harvesting technology ,” according to Finnish heavyweight , Ponsse . “ Both of these have a high impact on productivity , as the operator is fully able to concentrate on work .
Ergonomics and the ease of use have also been starting points for Ponsse ’ s new model series . All Ponsse machine models have been upgraded and the durability , serviceability and ergonomics of every product were developed significantly .
In the new model series , major improvements have been made in the usability and productivity of the machines . At the same time , new engines of the EU Stage IV emissions level in accordance with new environmental regulations were installed in forest machines delivered to Europe .
Benefits of the new technology include , along with a cleaner environment , a better machine response to sudden needs of power and lower fuel consumption . In addition , special attention has been paid to the working comfort of the operator in the design of cabin structures . The overhauled cabin design offers
plenty of storage space , the “ most ergonomic controls available in the market ”, and the excellent visibility characteristic of all Ponsse forest machines .
In the new model series , service points are easily accessible . Only products of the highest quality have been selected as components , and the filtration of hydraulic oils has been developed , allowing for a significant increase in machine maintenance intervals .
The scheduled maintenance
The Ergo with Ponsse ’ s ActiveFrame technology
intervals of machines were extended from 600 / 1,200 hours to 900 / 1,800 hours . Over a review period of 10,000 operating hours , the number of scheduled maintenance visits will be reduced by 30 %. The extended scheduled maintenance intervals , together with improved serviceability , signify more productive working hours and lower maintenance costs .
The Ponsse product range includes both six and eight-wheel harvesters in all size categories from thinning to heavy-duty regeneration felling . All machine models are designed for a general size category in terms of their size and performance , whereby the work is not narrowly restricted to certain types of work sites due to the equipment . Versatile product solutions allow harvesting of both energy wood and industrial wood productively .
ActiveFrame now also available for harvesters Ponsse ActiveFrame cabin suspension system is now also available for eight-wheel Ergo harvesters in addition to forwarders . ActiveFrame levels out any roughness in the terrain while working , keeping the cabin horizontal at all times . This increases the efficiency of working
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