Volvo CE's EC380E crawler excavator is powered by a robust Tier 4 Final/Stage IV engine, combining outstanding energy efficiency, superior productivity and durability to deliver maximum benefits for quarrying operations and large-scale excavation projects.

 

    March 5, 2014, Las Vegas, USA——Volvo CE's EC380E heavy-duty crawler excavator features low fuel consumption and easy maintenance, significantly reducing operating costs and improving productivity. Powered by the proven Volvo D13 engine that meets Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emissions standards, the excavator delivers powerful digging and breakout forces, with low emissions and a 9% improvement in fuel efficiency.

 

    The EC380E excavator's hydraulic system is perfectly matched to the engine and controlled by an advanced system that adjusts flow on demand, reducing energy losses within the circuit. Volvo's exclusive ECO mode boosts overall energy efficiency by 9% in most operating conditions without compromising optimum performance, improving fuel efficiency while enhancing controllability for greater precision. In addition, Volvo's built-in work mode system offers five modes—I (Idle), F (Fine), G (General), H (Heavy) and P (Maximum)—for operators to select according to the current task, optimizing both energy efficiency and performance. When the control levers are inactive for a preset period, the system reduces engine speed to idle or even shuts it down, lowering fuel consumption and cab noise levels. Gauges in the cab are clear at a glance, making it easy for operators to monitor current and average fuel consumption at all times.

 

    User-friendly human-machine interface

 

    To do a good job, one must first sharpen one's tools. With this in mind, the EC380E not only delivers outstanding performance but also features a design that fully reflects ease of operation and use. All human-machine interfaces, including the joysticks, keypad and LCD screen, are ergonomically designed and laid out to optimize comfort and controllability. Compared with the previous generation, the EC380E has significantly fewer switches; status information related to productivity and uptime displayed on the 8-inch color LCD screen is clearly visible under any lighting conditions. If the operator does not fasten the seat belt when starting the machine, a safety alarm sounds to ensure personnel safety. Handrails and full-size guardrails facilitate entry and exit from the cab, and easy-to-clean anti-slip plates further enhance safety.

 

    Maximized machine utilization

 

    The Volvo EC380E crawler excavator is not only easy to operate but also easy to maintain. This design maximizes machine uptime and minimizes parts replacement and service costs. The excavator is equipped with a reinforced three-piece undercarriage and a high-strength steel X-shaped frame for exceptionally long service life; additional upper guard plates protect the underside of the machine from damage by rocks and debris. The hydraulically driven electronically controlled cooling fan prevents critical components from overheating, is triggered on demand to minimize fuel consumption and noise, and offers an optional reversing function that simplifies maintenance through reverse-blowing self-cleaning. Thanks to centralized service points and wide access doors, routine maintenance checks are faster and more convenient, ensuring maximum working time.

 

    The EC380E excavator can be fitted with a variety of attachments, and its strong versatility further enhances machine utilization. These durable, wide-ranging attachments are tailor-made to bring out the best performance of Volvo excavators. Volvo's general-purpose bucket is suitable for digging medium-hard materials, while the heavy-duty bucket is ideal for digging dense materials. In addition, to protect the bucket and extend its life, Volvo offers a range of high-quality, cost-effective wear parts, including teeth, cutting edges, side cutters, tooth adapters and side protectors.