09.11.2010

JCB launches EN15000 compliant control system

JCB has launched a patented, EN15000 compliant Longitudinal Load Moment Control (LLMC) system - JCB Adaptive Load Control - on all its Loadall telehandlers, Teletruk and Telemaster models sold in countries requiring CE marking from October 1, 2010.

The new European standard EN 15000 has been introduced to reduce the likelihood of forward overturning of a telescopic handler when performing stationary loading or placing operations on consolidated, stable and level ground, by the use of an automated LLMC. The JCB system is designed to ensure that all of its telescopic reach machines comply with the legislation.

Adaptive Load Control is fitted to a number of machine types and size within the JCB range, and consequently does vary in application by model.
Telehandlers with side mounted engines and the Telemaster range are fitted with a patented proportional cut-out for the hydraulic functions to reduce the dynamic loading when the load is stopped and to keep cycle speed as high as possible.

Other models have a two stage hydraulic cut-out version fitted which first reduces the hydraulic function speed and then stops the load movement completely when the LLMI reaches its limit. In both cases the operator always has the ability to retract or raise the load to return to a safe operating condition.
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JCB's Adaptive Load Control can be fitted to all its Loadall, Teletruk and variable reach Telemaster models.

As EN15000 is designed to protect operators of stationary machines while lifting loads, the Adaptive Load Control is automatically deactivated when the machine is on the move or with the boom fully retracted and re-activated when it stops travelling and the boom is extended. This ensures that the machines’ versatility is not compromised when being used for tasks such as loading shovel duties etc...

Tim Burnhope, JCB group managing director for product development and commercial operations, said: “Adaptive Load Control allows our telescopic machines to continue to operate up to their maximum productivity capabilities while still fully complying with this latest legislation. This innovative solution not only meets legislation, but does so without impacting on lift performance or productivity when the machine is operating as a loader.”

“The system increases operator comfort, as boom movement does not stop suddenly, while the loading function is maintained automatically once the machine is moving or the boom is retracted.”