Cat MP318 and MP324 Multi-Processors Handle Wide Range of Demolition Jobs

Caterpillar Work Tools has a new generation of multi-processors for Cat hydraulic excavators. The Cat MP318 and MP324 Multi-Processors can handle virtually any demolition job simply by using the basic housing and a choice of up to six available jaw sets.

The new multi-processor design builds on the success of its predecessor. It features an efficient weight-to-power ratio and a strong cutting and crushing capability. The strong rotator provides a continuous 360-degree rotation that allows the operator to carry out the demolition job quickly and precisely from any angle.

Each multi-processor can be equipped with a wide selection of interchangeable jaws: concrete cutter, demolition, pulverizer, shear, universal and tanksShear. Cat says that with one common housing and a properly selected sets of jaws, a contractor can achieve exceptional flexibility with minimum investment and can accomplish most tasks encountered on a demolition job. The various jaws can be quickly installed or changed, thanks to a new patent-pending, jaw-locking system. Instead of taking about 45 minutes to change the jaws as with the previous series, it now takes only 10 minutes.

Basic tools are all that is needed.

Caterpillar has made maintenance easier, too. The new jaws use bolt-on and pin-on wear material to eliminate almost all need to weld the jaws. Keeping a jaw set in good repair has never been easier and can be done on-site in a matter of hours.

Protection for hydraulic components and hoses has been increased, an improved motor guard gives greater motor protection, access to the cylinder has been made easier, cylinder rod protection has been optimized and the number of greasing points has been reduced so servicing becomes easy. Daily maintenance requires only greasing, checking wear and replacing any worn parts.

With the release of the new multi-processors, six new jaw sets have been designed to take on any demolition job. Every Cat work tool is supported with a comprehensive range of pre- and after-sales services that include advice on work tool selection, operator training, equipment management and a range of financial and insurance solutions.