New solutions from Wacker Neuson for construction sites

In the spring of 2021, the company will launch new compact machines such as excavators and dumpers, as well as innovations in compaction and from the zero emission series.

Wacker Neuson is at home in the field of compact construction machinery and construction equipment - from internal vibrators through compaction equipment, dumpers and wheel loaders to 15-ton excavators, Wacker Neuson customers receive everything for their construction site from one fixed point. "With our innovative solutions in products as well as in services, we support our customers to make the most of the daily reality of their work," said Alexander Greschner, chief sales officer of the Wacker Neuson Group. "For us, the focus is always on the customer's benefit and, in doing so, on how we can make day-to-day operations on the construction site easier for our customers. Our latest products meet our high demands for reliability, safety and flexibility."

New mini excavator: the boost for any construction site

Working on a new level: that's what the 4- or 5-tonne class excavators ET42, EZ50 - the Z stands for Zero Tail, i.e. with no overhanging rear end - and ET58 stand for. All three models are equipped with the new Active Working Signal (AWS), which ensures high safety for persons in the working environment of the excavator: a red LED strip built into the engine cover signals the operational readiness of the machine. As a result, everyone in the construction pit knows that the excavator is in operation - a simple but effective feature for increased safety in construction. Another novelty: the ET42 crawler excavator is optionally available with the Vertical Digging System (VDS). This system, which Wacker Neuson is now offering in the compact class, permits precise vertical digging even on uneven ground, along curbs and on a slope. The tilt mechanism required for this is built into the chassis of the ET42 model.

With the VDS, the excavator saves 25 percent in material and time when excavating and filling. In addition, even with the VDS option, the ET42 excavator has the same machine and entry height as well as digging depth as the model without VDS. The powerful drive system of the ET42, EZ50 and ET58 excavators supports the customer in carrying out challenging tasks reliably. The excavators convince with their high lifting and digging forces, fast work cycles and the 3-point kinematics for more breakaway force, digging depth and discharge height. This gives a noticeable boost to the construction site because, for example, stony ground is no problem at all thanks to the high breakaway force. For precise control and high energy efficiency, the innovative hydraulic system "Load Sensing Flow Sharing" provides: the machine automatically adjusts to the load and the joystick movement always remains constant for the user. This makes working with the excavator particularly comfortable. Further information can be found at www.wackerneuson.com/boost and in the video.

Efficient and productive in small spaces

With the TH412 telehandler and WL28 wheel loader, Wacker Neuson is presenting two optimized all-rounders. The WL28 wheel loader convinces as a flexible transportation aid with a high tipping load and even more comfort and safety. The powerful hydraulic options provide for sensitive control and enable the use of a wide range of attachments such as snowblowers, pallet forks or sweepers. The electronically controlled drive system with different drive modes makes working with these two machines even more efficient and flexible. Standard are the auto mode for the usual 100 percent power and the ECO mode, which reduces the engine speed when reaching the user's preset travel speed. Customers can also optionally choose between two other modes: attachment mode, which keeps the hydraulic flow rate on the attachment constant at all times, and M-Drive mode, in which engine speed is entered via the hand throttle and travel speed can be controlled with the travel pedal. With a payload of 1.25 tons and a stacking height of four meters, the completely redesigned TH412 is the most compact model in the telehandler range. Like all Wacker Neuson telehandlers, the TH412 model is also equipped with the innovative driver-assist system Vertical Lift System: the partially automated telescoping movement and the accompanying almost vertical lifting and lowering movement improve the stability of the machine.

Dumpers DW60 and DW90: more safety

When it comes to transporting materials on rough terrain, dumpers are much sought-after helpers on construction sites. The proven wheel dumpers DW60 and DW90 with 6,000 and 9,000 kilograms payload are the largest wheel dumpers in the Wacker Neuson portfolio. They have been completely redesigned and now feature an emission standard Stage V diesel engine, which saves the environment without sacrificing productivity. The standard auto-stop function switches the machine off automatically after a predefined period of inactivity. The large, multifunctional 7inch display provides an ideal view of all the machine's functions and shows images from the front and rear cameras and all important information for the operator. Among other things, the optional cab provides increased safety with all-round laminated safety glass, and the optional grille on the bucket protects the operator when loading and while driving. The dumpers are equipped with proven and intuitive hydrostatic four-wheel drive: the user only sets the forward or reverse gear and the dumper accelerates steplessly with constant tractive effort. This allows the operator to concentrate fully on his work. The automatic braking function also increases safety on the construction site. The optional, externally visible orange-colored safety belt and a green flashing light indicating the fastened safety belt, as well as the step in signal colors make working with this dumper even safer. More information can be found at www.wackerneuson.com/dumper and in the video.

Compaction competence since 90 years

As the inventor of vibratory rammers, Wacker Neuson has decades of experience in compaction. The proven RTx trench roller is part of the soil compaction portfolio. A number of design adjustments have further optimized maintenance-free operation in the roller sub-frame. The new model generation of hand-operated vibratory rollers RD7 with a drum width of 650 millimeters delivers optimum working results both on asphalt and on soil. The operator thereby benefits from easy operation via a particularly ergonomic handlebar and tool-free access to all service points. The steering handle, which has been redesigned in terms of design and functions, makes compaction very easy for the operator. On the steering handle, all control elements can be reached directly. In addition, the RD7 roller contains the lowest hand-arm vibrations on the market at only 2.5 m/s². More information can be found at www.wackerneuson.com/compaction and in the video.

Wacker Neuson offers battery-powered high-frequency internal vibrators for reliable concrete compaction. The weight of the converter backpack (ACBe), which contains the lithium-ion battery for the internal vibrator, is now significantly reduced. The backpack system, which was developed together with a leading market manufacturer, ergonomically distributes the total weight of 13.5 kilograms - of which the battery accounts for over nine kilograms - over several pressure points. This enables even more comfortable work, completely free of cables and emissions. All of Wacker Neuson's Zero Emission compaction equipment, i.e. battery vibratory rammers, battery vibratory plates and battery vibratory needles, are powered by the same modular lithium-ion battery. This can be replaced with a second battery for charging in no time. Moreover, the battery is interchangeable between the devices - an additional plus in terms of flexibility for daily work on the construction site.