It's good to see a Pennsylvania anthracite company able to make a purchase like this , especially in these times. Always a thumbs up with your videos sir 👍👍
4 of these diggers still going strong after 15 yrs continuous use, 2 front shevels and 2 excavators on a coal site in south wales uk, obviously super quality machines .
Great video! Don’t get to see many brand new machines on your channel. Interesting track pads. I never knew Komatsu (God bless you) was made in Germany.
You do such a thorough job on your documentaries. Would love to see more of your work more frequently! It would also be nice for you to revisit the coal processing plant like you did many years ago. Thank you again for the entertainment!
Nice video. I’m the one who’s machining the piston rods, hydraulic tubes and other parts which had to be done on the lathe:) btw this is the smallest excavator we do.
I wonder how many young kids, who like me, spent hundreds of hours assembling plastic model kits of all kinds & relishing the construction process - realised how close to real life they were being, this is just a construction kit for big boys🧐🤣 (awesome video as usual!)
That's one BIG puzzle set buddy! It's gonna take a lot of late nights to put it together. LoL That was one really neat video. Thanks you for sharing it with us
hope u r able to cover the asm work. who does the asm? mechanics for the mine, dealer? Or is there such a thing as a assembly team traveling all over the world??
I didn't cover the assembly, simply for the fact that I would need to be there for weeks lol. They had a contractor assemble this machine but some mines will have their own crews assemble machines. Thanks!
In hindsight it makes sense to assemble these machines on the site. But I would have assumed a little cleaner environment... Like an asphalted or brick paved area.
I’ve assisted in building many of these, although the older Demag 185, we usually didn’t store the parts like this. We’d build them as the parts arrive over two to three days. I would not have put the side frame ( tracks ) so close to another part either. Interestingly I’ve been to Düsseldorf where they are made and when I asked do they assemble them to check they fit together, I was told they only assemble the bigger ones, this is considered one of the smaller ones and has not been pre-assembled , when they put this one together it will be for the first time. They are almost always put together in an area like this, it doesn’t really hamper the construction as all the mating surfaces need to be cleaned before assembly. As for why they are built on site, these machines are simply to big and heavy to transport in one peace, but are designed to come apart in such a way they are able to be transported in many different weights and sizes depending and road restrictions, sometimes the car body ( bottom bit ) and the supper structure ( top bit ) can be left together but take off the equipment ( arms and bucket )
It's a digger...not a dollhouse. Where have you seen 2-3 acres of paved land just sitting around empty not doing anything? Keeping in mind that the paved pad must be adjacent to the worksite because you can't drive this down the road or put it on any truck once it's assembled.
That's a awesome machine for sure! Are you able to disclose where it's at? Just curious. Would love to see more of the assembly and break in and testing. Thank you sir.
No sorry :/ I never disclose locations in my videos. I did not get an assembly video because that would require me being onsite for weeks lol. I will try to get one in the future. Thanks!
Minimum of 3 preferably 5 not including the crane drivers, you need two of them. 3 to 4 days depending how organised you are she”ll be ready for testing and setting pressures 1 day later ready for work.
So when they built this machine was it preassembled at the factory befor it was shipped or is it just assembled once at the work site and then the technicians make all the electrical and hydraulic tests . The paint looks like it has never bin put together yet before shipping . It must be a real honour for the operator to be chosen to run a new machine like that once it has be assembled and ready to work .
@@dallasbaiton371 yea, that’s right, it’s never been assembled before the 185 up to I think the 285. The 485 and 685 We’re at that time assembled at the factory, sorry for the older numbers but I new them as Demags. The pressures are set I believe at site ( wasn’t my job ) but the full speed swing , boom up speed is measured and a lot more. These are taken to check the machine sold is performing correctly, and they have a figure to check against if the machine starts to under perform. It was common place for the driver to complain the machine was operating slower than they thought it should be, sometimes they were right. Most of the drivers let loose on them were old hands and didn’t really get fussed over driving a new machine. They are seriously not as good to work on as you may think, everything is a story up and your legs take a beating. They become tiresome after climbing 20 times a day.👍
Outstanding! That sure looks so nice all new and shiny. I thought Komatsu was a Japanese company with assembly plants here in the states. Are they now German owned or simply that this machine was made there in a factory?
No the large Komatsu mining shovels from the PC3000 and up and all ex Demag machines. Komatsu purchased Demag in 1996 and the machines still come out of the Dusseldorf factory in Germany. Thanks!
great video!. questions, 1) what does this thing cost?, 2) how often do they break down?, 3) whats the lifespen if its Im asuming running 24/7?? thanks!.
At the time this machine was purchased in 2016 the cost delivered was US $4.9 million. The PC3000 is actually one of the most expensive machines in it's class. It's impossible to prevent every breakdown, but with good preventative maintenance, these machines are very dependable. Lifetime of a hydraulic machine varies depending on how well maintenance is, but these machines are usually good for 20-30 years.
I could be getting my history wrong but they got into mining equipment by buying Demag, including their german factory. Most of these companies have grown through purchases, not starting new locations.
As others have stated, Komatsu purchased Demag in 1996 and the large mining excavators from the PC3000 and up and still built in the ex- Demag Dusseldorf factory in Germany.
@@PAmining yea, it’s a nice place, I was educated in the on site school in the factory at Düsseldorf,only for a week on the hydraulic electro pilot,engine management systems and lubrication control but another 15 or more years working on them and the O&K’s give me a bit of a preference, I’ll only say 2 engines for me always beats 1 . Although it does lead a bit of a birds nest of hydraulic hoses🙂
It's good to see a Pennsylvania anthracite company able to make a purchase like this , especially in these times. Always a thumbs up with your videos sir 👍👍
4 of these diggers still going strong after 15 yrs continuous use, 2 front shevels and 2 excavators on a coal site in south wales uk, obviously super quality machines .
Would love to see this thing in action after up and running
You will get to see that :D thanks
Great video! Don’t get to see many brand new machines on your channel. Interesting track pads. I never knew Komatsu (God bless you) was made in Germany.
The large Komatsu mining shovels from the PC3000 and up are all ex Demag machines and still come out of the Dusseldorf factory. Thanks!
@@PAmining ja, that’s true. I’m working there:)
You do such a thorough job on your documentaries.
Would love to see more of your work more frequently! It would also be nice for you to revisit the coal processing plant like you did many years ago.
Thank you again for the entertainment!
Thank you I appreciate the compliment and I'm glad you enjoy the videos! I actually was thinking about doing another processing video.
Outstanding PA Mining! Walking right through the mud puddle. Heavy Duty Videos.
Thank you sir!
Haha, thank you! I work around this stuff everyday. Mud doesn't bother me lol
Would make for a great time lapse assembly video!
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Dam that thing is big. Keep us updated Justin. Thanks and take care. Fred
You got it. Cheers!
Thanks for the video, hopefully you can show progress of the assembly
Wooow that's awesome kool that's gonna be a massive monster digging machine,looking forward to see the build, catch ya on the next one
Nice video.
I’m the one who’s machining the piston rods, hydraulic tubes and other parts which had to be done on the lathe:) btw this is the smallest excavator we do.
That's awesome 😎. Thank you!
I wonder how many young kids, who like me, spent hundreds of hours assembling plastic model kits of all kinds & relishing the construction process - realised how close to real life they were being, this is just a construction kit for big boys🧐🤣 (awesome video as usual!)
The difference between the men and the boys,
is the size and the value of their toys...
Airfix experience suddenly counts.
I can tell ya when I was a kid I always imagined that when I played in the sandbox. Cheers!
@@PAmining In effect, you earn a living with playing in a huge sandbox.
How much does that beast weigh assembled? It would be great to see a future video of it in operation.
300 ton range
Depending on configuration, the 3000 weight ranges from 275-288 tons. You will get to see that ;) Thanks!
LOVE IT!!
I'd love to see the whole assembly.
That's one BIG puzzle set buddy! It's gonna take a lot of late nights to put it together. LoL
That was one really neat video. Thanks you for sharing it with us
Big puzzle that could kill you if you're not careful when putting it together! :) Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you so much for sharing this amazing informative video. stay safe and healthy
You're welcome and glad you enjoyed it!
Excellent video as always 👍👍👍 keep them coming 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸💪💪💪
OKAYY-thats the best part ahahahha
Haha! :)
LIke #336. Oh yeah, caint wait to see that diggin. Great vidya.
I'm confused, brand new 2016 in 2022?...was it never sold or was it reconditioned and painted for the new customer?...great video Jason
The video is from 2016 lol. Thanks
Hope they can make a profit. Impressive piece of equipment. Tough Ridin Economy.
I would like to see this in action, if it proves to be handy. Excellent video! Thank you!
You're very welcome thank you!
hope u r able to cover the asm work. who does the asm? mechanics for the mine, dealer? Or is there such a thing as a assembly team traveling all over the world??
I didn't cover the assembly, simply for the fact that I would need to be there for weeks lol. They had a contractor assemble this machine but some mines will have their own crews assemble machines. Thanks!
In hindsight it makes sense to assemble these machines on the site. But I would have assumed a little cleaner environment... Like an asphalted or brick paved area.
I’ve assisted in building many of these, although the older Demag 185, we usually didn’t store the parts like this. We’d build them as the parts arrive over two to three days. I would not have put the side frame ( tracks ) so close to another part either. Interestingly I’ve been to Düsseldorf where they are made and when I asked do they assemble them to check they fit together, I was told they only assemble the bigger ones, this is considered one of the smaller ones and has not been pre-assembled , when they put this one together it will be for the first time. They are almost always put together in an area like this, it doesn’t really hamper the construction as all the mating surfaces need to be cleaned before assembly. As for why they are built on site, these machines are simply to big and heavy to transport in one peace, but are designed to come apart in such a way they are able to be transported in many different weights and sizes depending and road restrictions, sometimes the car body ( bottom bit ) and the supper structure ( top bit ) can be left together but take off the equipment ( arms and bucket )
It's a digger...not a dollhouse. Where have you seen 2-3 acres of paved land just sitting around empty not doing anything? Keeping in mind that the paved pad must be adjacent to the worksite because you can't drive this down the road or put it on any truck once it's assembled.
How large a bucket on a machine like this?
That's a awesome machine for sure! Are you able to disclose where it's at? Just curious. Would love to see more of the assembly and break in and testing. Thank you sir.
No sorry :/ I never disclose locations in my videos. I did not get an assembly video because that would require me being onsite for weeks lol. I will try to get one in the future. Thanks!
How many in the crew that assembles this beast and how many support personnel to help them do this task .
Minimum of 3 preferably 5 not including the crane drivers, you need two of them. 3 to 4 days depending how organised you are she”ll be ready for testing and setting pressures 1 day later ready for work.
So when they built this machine was it preassembled at the factory befor it was shipped or is it just assembled once at the work site and then the technicians make all the electrical and hydraulic tests . The paint looks like it has never bin put together yet before shipping . It must be a real honour for the operator to be chosen to run a new machine like that once it has be assembled and ready to work .
@@dallasbaiton371 yea, that’s right, it’s never been assembled before the 185 up to I think the 285. The 485 and 685 We’re at that time assembled at the factory, sorry for the older numbers but I new them as Demags. The pressures are set I believe at site ( wasn’t my job ) but the full speed swing , boom up speed is measured and a lot more. These are taken to check the machine sold is performing correctly, and they have a figure to check against if the machine starts to under perform. It was common place for the driver to complain the machine was operating slower than they thought it should be, sometimes they were right. Most of the drivers let loose on them were old hands and didn’t really get fussed over driving a new machine. They are seriously not as good to work on as you may think, everything is a story up and your legs take a beating. They become tiresome after climbing 20 times a day.👍
Outstanding! That sure looks so nice all new and shiny. I thought Komatsu was a Japanese company with assembly plants here in the states. Are they now German owned or simply that this machine was made there in a factory?
No the large Komatsu mining shovels from the PC3000 and up and all ex Demag machines. Komatsu purchased Demag in 1996 and the machines still come out of the Dusseldorf factory in Germany. Thanks!
@@PAmining Thanks for the reply!
wow so cool
How much are they? $3 million?
At the time this machine was purchased in 2016, the PC3000 retailed for US $4.9 million
great video!. questions, 1) what does this thing cost?, 2) how often do they break down?, 3) whats the lifespen if its Im asuming running 24/7?? thanks!.
At the time this machine was purchased in 2016 the cost delivered was US $4.9 million. The PC3000 is actually one of the most expensive machines in it's class. It's impossible to prevent every breakdown, but with good preventative maintenance, these machines are very dependable. Lifetime of a hydraulic machine varies depending on how well maintenance is, but these machines are usually good for 20-30 years.
👍👍👍👍☕☕🍩🍩🔧🔧 Awesome!!!
oh heck yeahhhhhhh big toy.
Interesting that they are made in Germany. From the name I'd always assumed they were Korean.
I could be getting my history wrong but they got into mining equipment by buying Demag, including their german factory. Most of these companies have grown through purchases, not starting new locations.
Komatsu is Japanese and mr Awakened is correct Demag excavators we’re bought out👍
As others have stated, Komatsu purchased Demag in 1996 and the large mining excavators from the PC3000 and up and still built in the ex- Demag Dusseldorf factory in Germany.
@@PAmining yea, it’s a nice place, I was educated in the on site school in the factory at Düsseldorf,only for a week on the hydraulic electro pilot,engine management systems and lubrication control but another 15 or more years working on them and the O&K’s give me a bit of a preference, I’ll only say 2 engines for me always beats 1 . Although it does lead a bit of a birds nest of hydraulic hoses🙂
Those shoes look like plastic wonder how long they will last
They are cast steel lol
@@PAmining o,thanks man,think one day CAT would make a D12 to replace the aging CAT D11 ?