AccuGrade® Compaction - Kelly Tractor

Features and BenefitsAccuGrade Compaction is easy to use and delivers a wide range of customer benefits.Enhanced Productivity.• Identifies and alerts operator to areasneeding additional compaction earlyin the construction process,eliminating rework and lost time• Optimizes fuel consumption byeliminating unnecessary passes• Real-time testing eliminates the needto stop and wait for testing results• Extends the work dayWorksite Safety.• Minimizes the need for geotechnicalinspectors on the job site and keepsthem away from the equipmentAssists with Labor Shortage.• Reduces labor costs• Customers can get the job donemore quickly and efficientlyImproves Employee Satisfaction andRetention.• Empowers the operator andimproves operator confidence bydelivering real-time compactioninformation to the cab• Improves operator skills and takesperformance to the next levelIncreases Equipment Versatility.• Leverages the same technologiesand components as AccuGradesystems for Track-Type Tractors,Motor Graders and HydraulicExcavators• Plug-and-play connections allowfast, easy conversion of theGPS systemIntegrated into Cat ® Machines.• Proven, optimized on-boardelectronics systems• Components designed into machineto maximize reliability• Integration into cab and controllevers increases ease of use• Cat Dealer Network providesunmatched service and supportTraditional Compaction Testing MethodCompaction Testing and Coverage Mapping with AccuGradeLower Owning and Operating Costs.• Can eliminate the need for testroller, so there is less equipmentto maintain and transport• Lower testing costs, due to fewersamples to tag and storeQuality Control / Quality Assurance.• Documents work completed• Provides in-process control with theability to monitor progress daily• Provides electronic data for analysis• Creates historical record of job sitedata to correlate with long-term resultsCustomer Support. The AccuGradeCompaction system is another offeringin the AccuGrade suite of products byCaterpillar. All AccuGrade products arefactory-integrated, sensor-independent,and dealer-supported. Caterpillar israising the bar in the industry by backingits solutions with the renownedCaterpillar ® dealer network.9