WHO SAYS BLADES ARE BORING?
It’s hard to get excited about a dozer blade. After all, it’s just a big metal plate that pushes and shoves and cuts and grades. But the truth is, today’s dozer blades are sophisticated tools. And you can’t make money without them—which makes them far from boring. So before you choose a blade, give some thought to how the decision could affect your bottom line.
Start with the facts
Your equipment dealer is in the best position to help you select the right blade for your tractor. Together you’ll look at factors such as:
- Size of machine
- Types of materials you’re moving
- Applications you expect to work in
- Terrain, underfoot, push distance and other site conditions
- Productivity, cost and utilization goals
The more information you provide about how the tractor will be used, the easier it will be to choose a blade that will help you work safely, efficiently and profitably.
Check out your options
Dozer blades are available to match virtually any application. Take a look.
Common Blades | |
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Universal (U) |
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Semi-universal (SU) |
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Straight (S) |
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Variable Pitch Power Angle Tilt (VPAT) |
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SPECIALTY BLADES | |
Variable Radius Semi-U |
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Angle (A) |
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Cushion (CU) |
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Light Universal |
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Landfill |
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Try the technology
Some new dozers are equipped with blade sensors and controls. These technologies help operators work faster and more accurately while using less fuel and materials. Consider the new Cat® D6. It includes Cat Grade with Slope Indicate, a standard technology that keeps the operator informed about the slope they’re on. It’s a simple visual indicator that helps boost productivity. Cat Grade with Slope Assist, another standard feature on the Cat D6, holds the blade at a target slope, making it much easier for the operator to work efficiently. And Cat Grade with 3D, an optional automation blade control system, boosts productivity by up to 50% over traditional grading processes.
Your dealer can tell you more about blades and blade control technologies that can save time and money. And that’s something everyone can get enthused about.
Find more information about Cat blades here.