Volvo Construction Equipment has announced the launch of its new 30-ton EC300E Straight Boom demolition excavator. A new feature, called Lifting Mode for Multi Demolition Boom that allows a high-reach demolition excavator to serve as a safe carrier for the lifting of machine components from a trailer to the ground, was also introduced by the company.
“Being able to offer customers another size of straight boom excavator is exciting, and launching at the NDA show felt ideal,” said Tony den Hoed, key account director, demolition equipment at Volvo CE. “The demolition segment is ever-changing, and we are proud to keep up with it by offering products and solutions that will keep operators safe and productive.”
Features
The EC300E joins the EC380E Straight Boom model in the Volvo CE demolition lineup. Rather than the traditional boom-and-stick approach of digging-biased excavators, this crawler is fitted with a 23-ft. long straight boom and purpose-built arm.
The extra-long straight boom on the EC300E provides height and reach capabilities over the standard machine it is based on. The cab is protected against falling debris with a frame mounted Falling Objects Guard while still providing views of the worksite. The roof window and front one-piece glass are made from P5A, which is resistant to high impact.
The EC300E Straight Boom has a reinforced frame made of heavy-duty plate steel with bolt-head protection. There is also heavy-duty undercover protection, a belly guard and a full track guard. A slew ring cover and heavy-duty side doors with screens and shutters also offer protection. Volvo CE has added protection on the bucket and boom cylinders.
The EC300E Straight Boom comes with several standard features for demolition applications. These include X1 and X3 auxiliary piping, a quick fit and oil drain line, and water lines that are connected to a dust suppression system that can work in either auto or manual mode. A heavy counterweight provides balance and is removable for transportation.
A comprehensive range of Volvo Services are available with this machine, including service plans and Genuine Volvo Parts from Volvo’s dealer network. Plans can include routine wear inspections, oil analysis, full-service agreements and operator training.
Lifting Mode
The new Lifting Mode for Multi Demolition Boom — designed for Volvo high-reach excavators — offers flexibility and reduced emissions. It can be factory-fitted to any of the company’s three high-reach excavators: the EC380E HR, the EC480E HR and the EC750E HR, each of which is already compatible with various extensions and booms to carry out a wide range of applications.
This mode supports transporting equipment to jobsites because it allows the crawler excavator to safely lift components such as cradles and digging or high reach booms from the trailer to the ground, at which point they can be safely installed on the machine.
“Total cost of ownership is reduced by eliminating the need for a mobile crane or second excavator, and flexibility is increased thanks to the time savings,” said den Hoed. “Emissions are also reduced due to fewer vehicles being on site.”
The solution consists of machine software designed for the controlled lifting of equipment, as well as visual warnings outside the cab to warn bystanders that a lifting process is underway. The software also controls hydraulic pressure and engine speed.
This lifting mode includes a certified lifting accessory, designed to fit the patented modular joint design from the multi demolition boom and can be connected to the lower pin of the boom. When all components are safely unloaded, switching to the high reach or digging boom is facilitated by a modular hydraulic joint.
