John Deere has demonstrated the precision of its Grade Professional (GP)-Collection motor graders by including industry-exclusive options. 

Constructing upon the releases of Machine Injury Avoidance and unique Blade-Stow in 2020, two further options, Auto-Move and Auto-Shift PLUS, additional improve machine functionality. These totally programmable, intuitive and versatile options are perfect for any job, and assist enhance productiveness with new and seasoned operators.

“The John Deere motor grader lineup has a legacy of technological and mechanical innovation, courting again many years, with the notable introduction of the {industry}’s first mastless 3D grade management system in 2019,” stated Matt Goedert, options advertising supervisor at John Deere. “Quick ahead to immediately, and we’re nonetheless striving to ship industry-leading capabilities that enable any operator — new or skilled — to work extra effectively on the job website. The most recent options construct upon that legacy, permitting us to place much more energy and precision into the arms of the operator.”

The Auto-Move function packages machine actions initially and finish of grading passes. Whereas adjusting the pace of those actions and rotating the blade 180 levels, the machine will concurrently place the blade on the bottom whereas making ready for the subsequent cross. Accessible as an possibility on the GP-Collection fashions and customary on the SmartGrade motor graders, this function will also be programmed to boost and rotate the blade on the finish of a grading cross, mirroring the completed angle.

Constructing upon the success of final yr’s launch of the AutoShift transmission, Auto-Shift PLUS, additionally an industry-exclusive function, removes the necessity for utilizing the inching pedal. This permits the operator to make use of the throttle and brake, providing elevated management of the machine. Auto-Shift PLUS permits for the machine to return to an entire cease with out stalling, serving to scale back fatigue whereas slicing easily round obstacles or buildings.

One other customary function now included on all GP-Collection machines is Configurable Float. With this function, float switches might be programmed to manage any auxiliary perform, permitting programming of as much as three float switches via the monitor, which provides versatility in functions the place auxiliary features are used usually.

Now a normal function on the SmartGrade motor graders, SmartGrade Distant Assist connects the seller to the machine, even from miles away. The seller can troubleshoot machine points and replace grade management software program from the dealership, lowering downtime.

For purchasers, SmartGrade Distant Assist permits the distant switch of challenge information, eliminating the necessity to go to the machine in particular person. Moreover, any machine points might be addressed from a distant location, offering an environment friendly resolution for tools fleets of all sizes.