Paladin Construction Group Launches Two Quick Coupler Systems

Paladin Construction Group (PCG), Dexter, Mich., is unveiling two new quick coupler systems at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2011 in the North Hall, Booth 1849. Adding the new JRB PowerLatch and Bradco Mini-Excavator Coupler to PCG’s line of quick couplers provides customers with one single source to quickly change attachments on most excavators, mini-excavators, wheel loaders and loader backhoes, the company says.

A quick coupler manufacturer for more than 25 years under the JRB brand, Paladin Construction Group has teamed with Miller UK Ltd. in North America to offer an extensive quick coupler line for all carriers in combination with its eight attachment brands. These brands are: JRB, Bradco, Sweepster, CP, CustomWorks, FFC, Harley and McMillen. In addition to these brands, all JRB and Bradco couplers are compatible with most attachment and machine brands.

The company claims that its new JRB PowerLatch, designed by Miller, is one of the safest, most advanced quick couplers available for excavators and loader backhoes. Engineered with the Automatic Blocking System (ABS), it features backup mechanical locks on both the front and rear attachment pins that are independent of the machine’s hydraulic locking and operating system. The ABS mechanical backup safety system automatically locks both pins so coupler engagement is maintained even if a hydraulic failure occurs, the company says.

The Bradco Mini-Excavator Coupler maintains the same Miller design features as the JRB PowerLatch and is available in two versions, featuring a compact design. The manual version uses a manual locking pin to maintain attachment engagement and worker safety on all mini-excavator models. For five-ton mini-excavators and above, the fully automatic version replaces the manual safety pin with hydraulic operation and includes hydraulic check valves that prevent attachment disengagement if hydraulic failure occurs.

In addition to these new couplers, Paladin Construction Group will also display its new CP Scoop Bucket and new Bradco Mini-Excavator Buckets at the show.

Paladin Brands is a Dover Corp. company. For more information, visit www.paladinconstructiongroup.com.