Grade Control
Definition: Grade control systems use GPS, lasers, or sonic sensors to guide the machine blade or bucket to a target elevation, reducing rework and improving accuracy.
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Ditch Cleaning
Definition: Ditch cleaning uses long-reach excavators or specialized attachments...
Machine Control
Definition: Machine control integrates GPS and design data to automatically guid...
Rollback Angle
Definition: Rollback angle is the maximum rearward tilt of the bucket. More roll...
Elongation (Track)
Definition: Track elongation is the increase in track chain pitch due to pin and...
Bucket Capacity (Heaped vs Struck)
Definition: Bucket capacity differs by measurement method. “Heaped” includes a m...
Counterbalance Valve
Definition: A counterbalance valve prevents uncontrolled lowering of a load when...
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