There are approximately 20 major excavator manufacturers in the world today, all of whom have well-functioning systems for operating quick hitches on their machines. Nevertheless, the operation and location of the quick hitch lock buttons vary from manufacturer to manufacturer and model to model.
There is therefore a risk of incorrect operation in situations where the excavator operator employs a variety of machine types. It's analogous to having different positions for the brake and accelerator pedals depending on the make of a car you're driving.
Another step forward in our efforts to improve safety has been achieved. Ultimately, we want to standardize and make the operation of all quick hitch coupler safer for all excavators, regardless of brand.
The quick coupler locking system reduces the possibility of accidentally activating the wrong button or function. Every brand of excavator, tiltrotator, and quick hitch on the market is compatible with this product. The system is comprised of a control panel with switches to activate the quick hitch on the excavator and another switch to activate the quick hitch on the tiltrotator, respectively. All of the functions are gathered in a panel that is always in the same location in the operator's cab, making it easy to access.
In addition, we've developed an operating standard for quick hitches. In order to reduce the likelihood of making potentially dangerous mistakes when switching from one excavator to another, an operator must be able to quickly and easily recognize the controls on each machine.
It is also capable of controlling most quick hitch versions available on the market and improving the functionality of fully hydraulic solutions and quick hitches such as Oil Quick, EC-Oil, and other similar products on the market. The quick hitch, regardless of its manufacturer or model, has an additional safety feature in that it requires ground pressure on the bucket before it can be disengaged. Therefore, there is no way for the bucket to be released into the air, reducing the likelihood of accidents caused by falling buckets.
