DEVELON has introduced its new DX270WMH-7 wheeled material handler.

The model is powered by a Develon six-cylinder, turbocharged DL06V water-cooled diesel engine, providing an output of 141kW (189 HP) at 1900RPM.

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Boasting a new undercarriage, arm and boom, elevating cab, and counterweight designs, Develon explained that the DX270WMH-7 is built to offer ‘next level’ performance across a range of material sorting and handling applications.

The machine has a newly designed undercarriage with heavy duty, wide axles and longer and broader dimensions, combined with a matching wheelbase to provide enhanced stability.

With a range of elevation increased to 2,603mm, the new hydraulic cab riser design is said to give operators better all-around visibility of the attachment and work area. The DXW-7 cab design includes an eight-inch gauge panel and smart controls.

The elevating cab incorporates structural reinforcements to ensure smoother operation and provide better protection of components such as hoses and greasing lines. There are also two safety valves for emergency cab descent, one in the cab and the other on the outside.

The DX270WMH-7 offers a longer reach and higher lifting capacity, with a straight arm as standard and the options of gooseneck and long gooseneck arms as alternatives. The straight arm configuration offers the bucket linkage and standard coupling for the use of sorting grapples. The gooseneck arms are suited for use where suspended attachments are being employed. Develon added that the arms and booms have been designed specifically for material handling tasks, with the emphasis on ‘durability and lifting stability’.

The model features two-way auxiliary and rotate circuit hydraulics. Operators can use buttons on the joysticks or an optional foot pedal to control auxiliary attachments.

Smart Power Control (SPC) is designed to improve efficiency while maintaining productivity through variable speed control and pump torque control, automatically adjusting RPMs according to the load being handled.

Develon stated that the DX270WMH-7 has been engineered for the needs of waste and recycling operations. Its wide and stable undercarriage with individually controlled stabilisers aids balance and durability, even in uneven or debris-laden environments. A reversing fan comes as standard.

Safety features include a virtual wall system, allowing for customisable operating boundaries to prevent accidental contact with obstacles in front of the machine or with ceilings when working indoors. The system also prevents the risk of contact of the attachment and the cab with the surroundings.