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Doosan awarded for 'transparent' bucket

The new transparent bucket device records images at the front of the loader using cameras

Doosan awarded for 'transparent' bucket

Heavy equipment maker Doosan Infracore Europe has been awarded for a ‘transparent' bucket it has developed as the first safety system of its type for wheel loaders.

Due to the blind spots caused by buckets, the area in front of wheel loaders is considered a potential risk area. The new transparent bucket device records images at the front of the loader using cameras placed at the top and bottom of the machine. Using a curved projection method, the system displays combined images in real time on a monitor installed in the cab.

With this monitor, the driver can check at any time on the screen what is happening in the blind spots in front of the bucket and thus avoid accidents. Another advantage of the Transparent Bucket system is the increased working efficiency that a full view of the front of the machine offers, which is ideal for fast loading/unloading operations or for transporting materials such as earth, sand, aggregates and in waste/recycling operations.

 The bucket in Aprill took home the Coup de Coeur' - Jury's favourite - Award from the Jury of the 4th edition of the Grands Prix Matériels Chantiers de France and DLR.

After receiving the new award on behalf of Doosan, Gilles Bendaoud, Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Doosan Infracore Europe, explained: "As safety standards for machines and job sites continue to tighten around the world, sophisticated safety systems have become a key factor in the selection of a machine. We plan to continue to develop safety systems that protect both operators and personnel working around the machines. We look forward to being at the forefront of promoting safer and accident-free work sites."

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