The remote control capabilities for heavy equipment have never been so exciting!
Big equipment brands like Caterpillar are rolling out advanced, effective remote options that will protect operators from hazardous conditions and save money on construction jobs.
The latest in Caterpillar’s lineup, Cat Command for Excavating allows operators to safely and remotely manage excavation projects. This new option is available as a line-of-sight, handheld control or as a 100% remote, “virtual” operation.
The line-of-sight handheld console is portable, reaching distances of up to 437 yards away. This option is more flexible for quickly-changing environments and doesn’t require additional infrastructure. The other Cat Command option is a full Command station that simulates the machine cab interior and allows the operator to control the machine from a seated, off-site position. The Command station can be nearby the worksite or thousands of miles away.
“Scalable technologies built to flexibly meet customer needs, Cat Command helps to enhance safety and increase productivity for a variety of applications. Remote control provides full machine maneuverability from a safe distance when working in potentially hazardous environments.”
Caterpillar
The Cat Command system allows operators to feel the same machine response as if they were operating the machine directly, allowing for almost instantaneous reaction times and smooth motion. In addition, technologies like this serve to…
- Reduce hazards
- Prevent injuries
- Reduce operator fatigue
- Reduce mistakes
- Save money by avoiding repairs, injuries, and project delays
- Increase the labor pool for construction projects
This new offering joins Caterpillar’s other semi-autonomous technologies previously available for wheel loaders, dozers, and compactors. As big brands like Caterpillar continue to increase their tech-forward options, worksites will become safer, more efficient, and more fun!
