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\nPreface ....................... 4  \nEnvironment and Sustainability ... 4  \nOperator and Machine Protection ........... 5  \nOperator Training .......... 5  \nMachine Modifications ...... 7  \nEquipment Options ......... 7  \nMachine Protection ......... 7  \nFire Prevention............. 7  \nSafety Regulations .......... 8  \nSound Suppression ......... 8  \nReplacement Parts Warning .. 8  \nNomenclature ................. 9  \nARTICULATED TRUCKS 1  \nBACKHOE LOADERS 2  \nDRILLS 3  \nENGINES 4  \nFOREST PRODUCTS 5  \nHIGHWALL MINING SYSTEM 6  \nHYDRAULIC EXCAVATORS  \n– Front Shovels • Hydraulic Excavators  \n7  \nHYDROMECHANICAL ATTACHMENTS 8  \nMATERIAL HANDLERS 9  \nMINING & OFF-HIGHWAY TRUCKS 10  \nMOTOR GRADERS 11  \nON-HIGHWAY TRUCKS 12  \nPAVING PRODUCTS 13  \nPIPELAYERS 14  \nSKID STEER LOADERS ● MULTI TERRAIN LOADERS ● COMPACT TRACK LOADERS  \n15  \n–SURFACEConveyor MSyINstNGms•EXDrTRagliACnesTION &ElectricCONVRopeESYhoINGvels EQUHydPMENaulic MTining Shovels  \n16  \nTELESCOPIC HANDLERS 17  \nTRACK LOADERS 18  \nCATERPILLAR PERFORMANCE HANDBOOK  \na publication by Caterpillar, Peoria, Illinois, U.S.A.  \nJANUARY 2015  \nPlease direct any inquiries about the Performance Handbook to the Caterpillar Performance Handbook [Coordinator at](Coordinator at Sherman_Ashley_E@cat.com)[ Sherman_Ashley_E@cat.com](Coordinator at Sherman_Ashley_E@cat.com).  \nPerformance information in this booklet is intended for estimating purposes only. Because of the many variables peculiar to individual jobs (including material characteristics, operator efficiency, underfoot conditions, altitude, etc.), neither Caterpillar nor its dealers warrant that the machines described will perform as estimated.  \nNOTE: Always refer to the appropriate Operation and  \nMaintenance Manual for specific product information.  \nMaterials and specifications are subject to change without notice.  \nCAT, CATERPILLAR, SAFETY.CAT.COM, their respective logos,“CaterpillarYellow”  \nand the “Power Edge” trade dress, as well as corporate and product identity used herein, are trademarks of Caterpillar and may not be used without permission.  \n© 1979-2015 Caterpillar SEBD0351-45  \nTRACK-TYPE TRACTORS 19  \nUNDERGROUND MINING EQUIPMENT  \n– Conveyor Systems • Hard Rock • Longwall • Room & Pillar  \n20  \nWASTE HANDLING 21  \nWHEEL DOZERS ● SOIL COMPACTORS 22  \nWHEEL LOADERS ● INTEGRATED TOOLCARRIERS 23  \nWHEEL TRACTOR-SCRAPERS 24  \nESTIMATING OWNING & OPERATING COSTS 25  \nFORMER MODELS 26  \nLAND CLEARING 27  \nMINING AND EARTHMOVING 28  \nSTOCKPILE COAL HANDLING 29  \nTABLES 30  \nTECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS 31  \nTIRES 32  \nEdition 45 3  \nPREFACE  \nMachine performance must ultimately be measured in unit cost of material moved, a measure that includes both production and costs. Factors bearing directly on productivity include such things as weight to horsepower ratio, capacity, type of transmission, speeds and operating costs. The Performance Handbook considers these factors in detail. There are other less direct machine performance factors for which no tables, charts or graphs are possible. Serviceability, parts availability and operator convenience are examples. In comparing machine performance, all factors should be considered. This Handbook is intended as an aid which, when coupled with experience and a good knowledge of local conditions, can assist in estimating true machine performance.  \nMany sections of the Handbook include tables or curves showing cycle times or hourly production figures for Cat® machines under certain conditions. Statements of conditions always accompany or precede the curves or tables. Before using any performance information in this Handbook, a complete understanding of the qualifying conditions is essential. The data is based on field testing, computer analysis, laboratory research and experience; and every effort has been made to assure their correctness.  \nHowever, all such data is based upon 100% efficiency in operation—a status which cannot","cbCaivKsa424adkP","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaivKsa424adkP","pdf",48329875,2264,"English","# Preface\n## Performance measurement and productivity factors\n## Qualifying conditions for tables and curves\n## Efficiency correction factors\n## Estimating owning and operating costs","[{\"question\":\"What does the handbook use as the basis for machine performance measurement?\",\"answer\":\"It measures performance by unit cost of material moved, which combines production output and related costs.\"},{\"question\":\"Why are cycle-time and production tables not directly applicable without adjustments?\",\"answer\":\"Because the data assumes 100% efficiency, users must correct results with appropriate factors for real job efficiency, operator skill, material characteristics, haul road conditions, altitude, and other variables.\"},{\"question\":\"How does the handbook approach estimating owning and operating costs?\",\"answer\":\"It provides a suggested method and guidelines for fuel and lubricant consumption, tire life, and repair costs, while noting that conditions like “excellent” versus “severe” can vary by user experience.\"}]","Caterpillar Performance Handbook - Edition 45 - Preface | PDF",5705]