New functions have been added to Volvo Construction Equipment’s Load Assist program. Delivered through a suite of apps operated by the 
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“These enhancements will help operators get even more from their Volvo wheel loader, and they add to the existing core functionality of Load Assist, which 10,000 operators have benefitted from to date,” said Eric Yeomans, product manager, wheel loaders at Volvo CE.
Among the most popular apps with Load Assist is the integrated On-Board Weighing system, which provides real-time insight into the bucket’s load within 1% accuracy. Utilizing the app has been made easy with new mode designations. Simple Mode is a simplified version of the app that limited On-Board Weighing to three core functions: viewing the current load in trip mode, viewing the loaded weight and printing a simplified receipt.
Another new function is Low Load mode, which permits operators to weigh lighter materials and loads than with previous iterations.
Updates to the Operator Coaching app include different views and new feedback and use tools. According to Volvo, the app helps operators understand how their actions influence machine productivity, fuel efficiency and wear, to ensure they are working in a way that delivers optimum results.
Two new views have been added to the app. First, productivity view allows operators to monitor tons moved per gallon, tons moved per hour and fuel consumed per hour. Options are to display this information as a total for an entire work shift, including idle time, or only for the active work. It also can be broken down according to short cycles or load and carry cycles.
In addition, utilization view displays an overview of the time spent, productivity achieved, and fuel consumed during different tasks, such as the amount of fuel consumed by travel or the percentage of time spent idling.
