Monroe, Wash. (April 17, 2013) – Brokk AB, the world’s leading manufacturer of remote controlled demolition machines, is pleased to announce the addition of two new machines to its lineup, the Brokk 60 and 400D (diesel). Brokk launched the new machines April 15 at the Bauma 2013 exhibition in Munich, Germany. The launch represents the 11th generation of Brokk machines, and marks the company’s 35th year as a leader in demolition machine innovation and manufacturing.
Brokk 60
Brokk redesigned the Brokk 50 to make it faster and more powerful while keeping it compact and easy to maneuver. At a height of just 34.4 inches, 2.75 inches lower than its predecessor, the Brokk 60 is the smallest remote-controlled demolition machine in the world. The unit’s small size – it weighs only 1,100 pounds – makes it ideal for applications where space is limited in industries as diverse as construction, demolition, metal processing, tunneling, and nuclear.
The Brokk 60 also increases productivity with more breaking force, faster movements and a new control system. Brokk incorporated major improvements to the control system that enhance the unit’s reliability, create smoother operation and allow for continuous, accurate temperature and pressure monitoring. Improvements to the hydraulic system, which increased the unit’s flow rate from 4.8 to 5.8 gallons per minute, allow the Brokk 60 to perform faster while delivering 25 percent more power.
“The Brokk 60 is a completely upgraded, state-of-the-art machine,” said Martin Krupicka, CEO of Brokk AB. “We have incorporated several features that were previously found only on our bigger machines, and they have proven very valuable for everyday, reliable performance and operation.”
In addition to its powerful system features, Brokk improved the unit’s durability with the addition of a sturdy steel cover and a covered slewing table, both of which protect internal components from debris. Brokk also incorporated long-lasting, efficient LED lights to provide better illumination to the work area.
The Brokk 60 maintains a horizontal reach of 8.2 feet and a vertical reach of more than 10 feet. It features the same mounting plate as the Brokk 50 it replaces, so all the same attachments – breakers, crushers, buckets and grapples – are compatible. Like the Brokk 50, the Brokk 60 can be transported in an ordinary passenger elevator and can even maneuver up and down stairs.
Brokk 400D
Brokk developed the diesel-powered 400D with all the benefits of the older model 330D in a heavier-duty machine. The 400D delivers enhanced durability and faster performance for applications where electricity is difficult to access, such as metal processing and tunneling industries.
The 400D delivers a 60 percent increase in transport speed over the 330D. The unit also boosts productivity with its new and improved control system. The system allows the operator to control the machine with quick, precise movements for accurate demolition and other complex tasks.
In addition to the unit’s system attributes, Brokk expanded on its versatility with several changes to the physical design. The new 400D has a slightly bigger envelope than the 330D, weighs approximately 2,200 pounds more, and can reach out horizontally nearly 23 feet. With a total weight of 12,125 pounds, it can handle heavier attachments like the hard-hitting SB 552 breaker. It also works well with attachments like crushers, grapples, drills and scabblers that are used with its sibling machine, the electric-powered Brokk 400. The unit also features enhanced stability and durability with its larger undercarriage and sturdier steel hood. In addition, the 400D features a powerful new engine.
“The Brokk 400D will enable our clients to perform new jobs that need its strength and reach in bigger furnaces and tunnels,” Krupicka said. “We proudly introduce our new machine, which maintains Brokk’s technical and design development.”
For more than 30 years, Brokk has been the world’s leading manufacturer of remote controlled demolition machines and attachments. Through continuous innovation in engineering and design, Brokk is able to offer unique solutions to multiple industries worldwide including construction, demolition, mining and tunneling, cement and process, nuclear and other specialty applications. For more information, contact Brokk’s North American headquarters, 1144 Village Way, Monroe, WA 98272, call 800-621-7856, email [email protected], or visit the website at www.brokk.com.
