Komatsu excavators are engineered and built to outlive, outlast, and outperform the competition. As a world-class proponent of continuous improvement (CI), Komatsu is constantly innovating to improve the durability and overall quality of every machine it produces.

Wear components, for example, have longer lifespans, reducing the potential of failure and the frequency of service-related downtime. Improved seals prevent leaks of hydraulic and other fluids. Better dustproofing provides added protection for hydraulics and electronics. Added reinforcement on excavation arms and booms adds a margin of protection in extreme conditions. 

SMS Equipment, with its Canada-wide service network, has the tools, the facilities and the expertise to support the latest technology to ensure that Komatsu excavators deliver their full value over their entire lifespan.

Many of Komatsu’s latest excavators are designed to be more fuel-efficient, with some models achieving 10% to 20% lower fuel consumption compared to earlier generations. Through collaboration with Cummins, select models now offer alternative fuel options and comply with Tier-4 emissions. Komatsu continues to explore battery electric and hybrid solutions where they make sense for customers, while integrated smart features help operators work more efficiently — minimizing fuel use and maximizing uptime.

Construction operators often work long hours in demanding environments. While cab designs continue to evolve, Komatsu’s latest machines integrate smart technologies that help reduce repetitive tasks and support more efficient operation. Features like intuitive displays, advanced assist systems, and improved visibility contribute to overall productivity.

These advancements can help newer operators ramp up more quickly, while also making the career more appealing to a tech-savvy workforce looking for roles that blend hands-on work with advanced technology.

In recent years, automatic control systems like Komatsu’s IMC (Intelligent Machine Control) have taken a gigantic leap forward. Using a combination of GNSS positioning and high-speed networking, the “brains” of smart machines can enhance the work of the operator, providing real-time feedback from the design model and automatically taking on some of the routine, repetitive control tasks. 

For example, if an operator is digging a trench for a pipeline, IMC helps maintain the ideal depth without the operator having to guess. For complex tasks like slope trenching, it simplifies the task and reduces rework. 

All this means that the productivity of your operators can be enhanced by better confidence and accuracy. Jobs, therefore, are completed faster and more profitably.

Today’s equipment, with Komatsu’s Komtrax system, provides advanced warning of maintenance issues needing attention. It also allows companies to track their fuel consumption, reduce costly idle time, and keep projects on track through geo-fencing. 

The result? Contractors gain the ability to plan ahead to prevent equipment disruptions ensure the most energy-efficient and cost-effective utilization of their equipment.