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Vermeer SC1152 features industry-leading design |
28 Nov 2008 |
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The Vermer SC1152 stump cutter features an industry-leading design to help enhance efficiency with sizeable cutting width and the ability to maneuver in uneven terrain.
Vermeer Corporation incorporated a unique four-bar linkage, designed to allow the cutter wheel to move away from the machine as the boom drops down toward the stump, reducing the need to reposition the entire unit and helping to boost performance. The SC1152 has the ability to remove stumps up to 31 inches (79cm) above ground and 25 inches (64cm) below grade, and the cutter wheel guard remains parallel with the ground, providing smooth movements over obstacles. A straight-line cutting width 72 inches (183cm) at ground level allows the unit to easily remove wide stumps.
A 110hp (82kW) Cummins Tier 3 diesel engine produces 306 lb-ft (415Nm) of torque at 1600 rpm delivering power to a heavy-duty variable displacement hydrostatic pump that powers the cutter wheel. This design eliminates the need for clutch- and belt-drive maintenance, and the inline drive system between the motor and gearbox are connected by a driveshalf with u-joints, so no side loads are placed on the motor, which helps reduce premature wear to seals and other motor components.
Several features enable the SC1152 maneuver though difficult and uneven ground conditions. A variable displacement pump and the series of flow dividers power the full-time four-wheel drive by transferring oil flow and power independently to each wheel motor.
The machine is equipped with a differential locl / unlock feature so the operator can choose between maximum pulling power when ground conditions limit traction or minimun turf disturbance while making tight turns.
Variable speed ground drive provides the operator greater control during operation, transport and loading / unloading. A single joystick is used to maneuver the machine forward and reverse while a switch controls the steering. An additional switch is provided for creep control for manuevering around the stump or while loading on a trailer. The operator can choose between high range for normal travel up to 130 ft/min (40 m/min) and low range at 100 ft/min (30.5m/min) for the creep functin as the jobsite requires.
An optional radio remote control allows the operator to control the forward / reverse propel, boom and steering function control so there's no need to stand at the swingout control station or front-mounted auxiliary control panel. The oscillating steering axle provides 9 inches (23cm) of wheel travel over obstacles, allowing the SC1152 to traverse uneven ground conditions while maintaining four-wheel contact.
A three-position, swing-out control station allows the unit to be operated in confined spaces with the control station in the intermediate position. All controls at the operation station are electronically controlled, eliminating potential damage to hydraulic hoses and valves caused by rotation of the operator station. In narrow jobsite conditions that restrict use of the main control station, the operator can control ground drive and steering function from an auxiliary control station located orver the optional chip blade or standard bumper at the front end of the machine.
The optional 34-inch (860-cm) wide front-mounted chip blade can be used to easily move chipes around the jobsite, reducing the need to manually relocate the chips. The rounded lower edge of the blade helps reduce turf damage. Machine width with the outer dual tires removed is only 35 inches (88.9 cm), providing a compact footprint for enhanced maneuverability on confined jobsites.
Many daily service points are accessible from exterior of the machine, including an air restriction indicator, engine oil and hydraulic oil level. The SC1152 is equipped with hinged or removable panels to access routine maintenance points.
For more information on Vermeer products and services, contact your local Vermeer Dealership or email to sales@vermeer.com.au |
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