
“We’ve equipped the 210 LC and the 350 LC with SmartGrade to give operators at every level of experience the ability to quickly and confidently achieve grade by controlling the boom and bucket,” Steger said.

This enables the operator to focus on controlling the arm function while the system raises and lowers the boom to maintain grade. Using GNSS positioning technology for accurate horizontal and vertical positioning, the machine controls boom and bucket movements to a precise design target.

JOHN DEERE IGRADE PROBLEMS UPGRADE
This is where customers really benefit from the flexibility of our grade management path.”Īt CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020 last March, John Deere became the first equipment manufacturer to fully integrate grade control technology in compact equipment with the introduction of the SmartGrade 33G compact track loader.įor its excavators, John Deere now offers four grade management options to choose from:Īdditionally, John Deere offers upgrade kits for each grade management option so customers can adopt technology at their own pace.Ī SmartGrade excavator automates the boom and bucket functions for the operator to achieve a smooth and accurate finish grade. “However, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution, and contractors need options to pair the right technology with their business needs. “By incorporating precision technology, such as SmartGrade, on our excavator lineup, we are boosting job site productivity and efficiency while enhancing the capabilities of our operators,” said Justin Steger, solutions marketing manager, John Deere. The factory-installed and -calibrated 3D SmartGrade system is designed to deliver increased productivity and accuracy on the job and provide ease of use to contractors at all levels.

John Deere increases the range of its grade control solutions with the launch of SmartGrade on its 210G LC and 350G LC excavators.
