Production-ready, purpose-built 580EV electric backhoe, plus new
electric mini excavator and compact wheel loader, gives crews new
options for zero-emissions, low-noise machines to get more work
done.
RACINE,
Wis., Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CASE
Construction Equipment has expanded its EV toolbox for municipal
crews, utility teams, urban construction and other contractors with
the commercial release of its 580EV, the industry's first electric
backhoe loader. Marking a new milestone in emissions-free
productivity on the jobsite, CASE's EV backhoe loader will soon be
followed by the commercial availability of two additional EV
machines — the CX25EV 2.5-metric ton mini excavator and the CL36EV
3.6-metric ton compact wheel loader. The new equipment increases
CASE's EV lineup to five models, including the previously launched
CX15EV electric mini excavator and the SL22EV small articulated
loader.
"CASE EV offerings are all about unlocking more opportunities
for our customers, and we work harder than anyone to give them
every tool in the toolbox to succeed on the jobsite," said
Terry Dolan, vice president,
North America, CASE Construction
Equipment.
The next generation of EV equipment from CASE offers crews
zero-emissions, low-noise solutions for a wide range of unique
jobsite demands — from overnight construction, to work in urban
centers or other close-quarter environments where noise and
emissions must be kept to a minimum. The expanded CASE EV offering
matches the performance and power of its diesel counterparts while
delivering unique advantages like lower fuel costs and less
maintenance.
"CASE EV offerings are all about unlocking more opportunities
for our customers, and we work harder than anyone to give them
every tool in the toolbox to succeed on the jobsite," said
Terry Dolan, vice president,
North America, CASE Construction
Equipment. "With the 580EV electric backhoe loader, we took an
industry staple and designed it as a purpose-built EV to help crews
meet increasingly unique jobsite demands and win more contracts on
projects that prioritize sustainability criteria."
A Workhorse on the Job — Electrified
The new CASE 580EV electric backhoe loader carries over the same
dimensional loading and digging specifications and delivers the
same breakout forces as the popular four-wheel-drive, 97-horsepower
CASE 580SN diesel model — marking an upgrade in performance since
CASE first debuted its Project Zeus electric backhoe concept at
CONEXPO in 2020. With this new production unit, CASE took customer
feedback and optimized everything from thermal management to
operator controls in order to electrify a machine with comparable
specs to the widely used 580SN. CASE also included new features,
like an 8-inch color display, air conditioning, a front-dash
display and adjustable four-corner, multicolored LED strobe
lights.
Powered by a 400-volt, 71-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery
platform that's charged with the same type of Level 2 J1772 adapter
found in automotive EVs, the new electric backhoe loader is
designed to deliver up to eight hours of operational run time on a
single charge, depending on the application. The battery platform
also uses an advanced thermal management system with
system-specific cooling circuits to better regulate temperatures
and help maintain performance in hot or cold conditions.
"Designing this machine from day one as a purpose-built EV
instead of a retrofit has enabled a slew of practical innovations
that will positively change the mindset for teams considering EV
equipment," said Brad Stemper,
product management lead, North
America, CASE. "We looked at every aspect of the machine and
enhanced power consumption throughout to deliver exceptional EV
performance that operators will see and feel when digging, loading
or moving dirt."
The four-wheel-drive 580EV uses two independent electric motors
for the PowerDrive transmission and hydraulic pumps feeding the
loader, backhoe and steering systems to minimize energy consumption
and improve performance in loading applications. The 14-foot
backhoe also includes an Extendahoe to boost reach, while features
like ProControl swing dampening, PowerLift/PowerBoost and
electrohydraulic controls improve precision and ease of use on the
jobsite. Electrification also provides performance advantages like
instantaneous torque response and peak torque at any RPM, so
operators don't need to wait for an internal combustion engine to
ramp up to meet load demands.
In the cab, CASE takes the same operator-first approach as on
other machines, with features like energy-efficient heating and air
conditioning, an 8-inch touchscreen display, customizable work
mode/sensitivity settings, push-button start and operator security
codes. Multicolored, four-corner strobe lights also let operators
work safely and meet regulatory requirements, with adjustable
colors, strobe patterns and an "always-on" feature for low-light
conditions when strobes are not needed.
Two Additional Compact EVs Deliver Bigger Performance on
Confined Jobsites
In addition to the 580EV electric backhoe, CASE will also make
two more EV models commercially available in the coming months. The
CASE CX25EV electric mini excavator and the CASE CL36EV electric
compact wheel loader will round out the CASE EV lineup for a total
of five machines.
A bigger, more powerful version of CASE's existing electric mini
excavator, the 2.5-metric ton CX25EV delivers emissions-free
performance and maneuverability well-suited for urban and
infrastructure sites with high traffic. This highly versatile
machine includes hydraulic flow settings and up to three auxiliary
circuits that can be paired with a variety of quick couplers and
attachments. It's also equipped with electrohydraulic controls and
a short-radius design, making it easy to maneuver in tight
spaces.
The 3.6-metric ton CASE CL36EV electric compact wheel loader
delivers the same power and performance as comparably sized
diesel-powered loaders, along with simplified maintenance and lower
lifetime total cost of ownership. This versatile machine can be
matched with a full range of attachments and features a hinge-pin
height of over 10 feet, making it an ideal solution for supply
yards, large-scale building renovations or projects where indoor
operation is required.
With the bolstered EV lineup, CASE brings a bigger range of
solutions for unique operating environments that require low noise
or no emissions. The new machines complement the CASE portfolio of
diesel machines by giving crews more ways to get work done more
productively and efficiently while also minimizing carbon
footprints.
"These new machines set a new benchmark in electrification and
sustainable construction, and they're a testament to our
customer-centered approach to practical innovation as we expand our
product portfolio," said Dolan. "Complementing our diesel lineup,
electrification brings real-world solutions to unique jobsite
demands, helping urban construction contractors, utility teams,
municipal crews and other contractors further improve productivity,
efficiency and their bottom line."
The CASE 580EV will be on display at the National Public Works
Expo in September. For more information on the CASE EV portfolio,
visit http://www.casece.com/EVnews.
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About CASE Construction Equipment. CASE Construction Equipment
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combines generations of manufacturing expertise with practical
innovation. CASE is dedicated to improving productivity,
simplifying operation and maintenance while achieving lower total
cost of ownership for fleets around the world. The CASE dealer
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customized aftermarket support packages, hundreds of attachments,
genuine parts and fluids, as well as industry-leading warranties
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to giving back by dedicating time, resources and equipment to
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Media Contact
Rebecca Bortner, CASE
Construction Equipment, 262-734-9567, rebecca.bortner@casece.com,
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717-371-4833, rebecca.bortner@casece.com
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