JCB X Series excavator in demand

JCB excavator

Two years ago, equipment manufacturer JCB introduced a 25-tonne reduced tail tracked excavator to its X Series. They’ve since been in demand from waste management operators keen to make the most of the reduced slewing radius.

Western-Australia-based Capital Recycling has been quick to appreciate the benefits of an excavator capable of working in tight spaces.

 A multifaceted company specialising in concrete and aggregate recycling, demolition, civil works, as well as transport within these fields, Capital Recycling was founded in 1996 by Managing Director Ray Gullotto. It offers a range of services from big projects and small and operates the two largest construction and demolition (C&D) recycling facilities in the state.

The fleet includes several JCB machines, with a JCB 245XR as its latest addition.

“No job is too big or too small for Capital Recycling,” Ray says. “Since 1996 we have been offering demolition services in Perth, and customers can benefit from this long-term experience. We recycle building materials and can safely remove asbestos if required.

“Our attention to detail and a solid safety record has also seen us attain an increasing number of high-profile projects.”

Will Johnson, JCB CEA Territory Manager, says Capital Recycling’s investment in JCB equipment highlights its dedication to the industries in which it operates and the wider community.

“With a focus on efficient business practices, we’re pleased to support Ray and his customers with products we believe are not only fit for purpose, but offer substantial benefits to him and his team when it comes to operator comfort and safety,” Will says. 

“The fuel savings we are seeing on Ray’s fleet compared to competitive brands have also been really impressive.”

Improved safety and efficiency for operators are just some of the benefits of the reduced swing of the 245XR. 

Part of JCB’s X Series, the excavator platform weighs 20 to 25 tonnes, and 27 tonnes with the blade. It has a tail swing radius of 1.72 metres, which is 40 per cent less than its predecessor, the 220X excavator, making it suitable for work in tight spaces. 

With a shorter swing there is also less chance of damage to nearby buildings or personnel on site when the machine is in operation.

Running on a similar hydraulic pump system as the 220X, the engine and control valves have been enlarged and better fluid dynamics have been installed, maintaining efficient speed and accuracy while having increased breakout and performance.

Will says the JCB design team spent a lot of time and resources developing the 245XR, making it one of the heaviest in its class, and one of the most stable, by allocating weight to key areas to achieve equilibrium.

But the design changes don’t take away from the machine’s comfort level, with the operator’s cabin remaining at full size.

Operator feedback also contributed to the design of the cabin, which features double cushioned viscous mounts to reduce the noise to 69 decibels. The seat-mounted joystick and switch controls move with the operator.

Selectable Swing Smoothing is a feature that comes as standard with the 245XR and it enables the operator to customise the performance of the vehicle to suit any given application. The feature can produce sharper, or more gradual movements, depending on what is required.

Operators can also smooth the slew. If more speed is needed instead of accuracy, they can switch to softer slew, so it doesn’t brake as aggressively and has a smoother action. 

For more information, visit: www.jcbcea.com.au

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