Improved GSH B-series Orange Peel Grapples include new narrow shell versions for better penetration and scrap hold

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• 17th February 2007
• Materials Handling
 

Caterpillar Work Tools B.V. is pleased to announce the improved GSH B-series Orange Peel Grapples for hydraulic excavators that further expand customer choice. The modern design has increased the strength and reliability even further while offering a better shape for penetration and filling of bulk materials. There is a choice of shells with 4 or 5 tines, in open, semi-closed, closed and new narrow design. The improved rotation function ensures reliable and improved performance. The grapples can be used for a wide range of applications such as handling shredded scrap, long structural beams or car bodies, or for handling waste at recycling and transfer stations as well as handling rocks at construction sites.

"With the introduction of the improved GSH B-series grapples we want to demonstrate our commitment and provide customers with complete solutions for their business needs" said Louw Kriel, Product Development Manager, Caterpillar Work Tools B.V.

Improved durability
The improved series Orange Peel Grapples feature fully protected hydraulic cylinders, improved rotation, and a choice of tines. The main improvement is the new rotation function. The grapples are now equipped with the proven design of a hydraulic motor and a separate hydraulic swivel joint and swing gear. Committed to offering a grapple for every application the new series is available with 4 or 5 tines and open, semi closed, closed and new narrow grab tines.

"Cat work tools are designed and manufactured to be fully compatible with Cat machines" according to Gary Zoromski, Managing Director, Caterpillar Work Tools B.V. "They are also covered by a full Cat warranty and supported by our worldwide dealer network. All is part of our commitment to better serve the needs of our customers, and to further reinforce our position as a leading global supplier of integrated work tool solutions".

Caterpillar supports its work tools with a comprehensive range of pre- and after-sales services that cover everything from advice on work tool selection to operator training, equipment management, and a range of financial and insurance products.

For more information, please contact:
Caterpillar Work Tools BV
Marketing Communications
Bert Heijligers
+31 73 6399716