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Tim Pantzar
Operator at T. Falks Entreprenad, Sweden

“I think it’s the most comfortable cab
I’ve ever sat in.”

Tim is equally impressed with the amount of
technology packed into the machine. Especially the
technology that protects his sanctuary just the way
he likes it. “Most of the time, I’m the only person
operating the 982, but if this is not the case, with the
Operator ID my preferences are saved and reset as
soon as I get in the cab. Likewise, the application
profiles. I have it set up just the way I like them. But
if someone else uses the machine and changes the
settings, getting my profiles back is so simple.”

Another feature that Tim appreciates is eOMM
(electronic Operation and Maintenance Manual)
and onboard job aids. “Being able to access
information about a specific command easily and
with simple graphics is super convenient.”

When it comes to improving his performance and
productivity, Tim picks out three of his favorite
features. The Auto Set Tires improves traction and
helps reduce tire wear (Auto Set Tires introduces a
small lift command which embeds the front tires and
reduces tire slippage). Autodig was also very helpful,
particularly when new operators are jumping from
one machine to another. And Cat Payload, which
ensures the operator doesn’t overload a truck. “In
fact, the Cat Payload system is so precise that we
use it to calibrate the weight measuring system of the
crushers. As we’re paid by the output of the crushers,
we need to ensure that they are accurate,” Tim noted.

The last word goes to Richard. “When we got the Next
Gen 982, we were told maintenance cost would be up
to 20% lower. Plus, we could expect to see productivity
increase by as much as 10%. Having worked the
machine hard since we bought it, I can confirm those
figures are true. It really is that impressive.” ■