ROPA Euro Maus 5
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Introduction
The spectacular ROPA Maus with R-Concept
For the biggest agricultural fair in the world, the Bavarian family-run machine construction company ROPA presents for the first time the new Maus 5 with the new designed cabin. On the basis of well-proved euro-Maus 4, already familiar from Panther and Tiger 5 R-Concept has been integrated and supplemented with numerous comfort functions. Perfected in capacity and efficiency concept with 10.2 m wide pickup system combines practice-oriented developments with the most recent technical innovations from the ROPA House. Specially designed by Hermann Paintner about 9 m long counterweight arm guarantees utmost stability even with a maximum extended loading width.
R-Concept highlight new cabin and operational concept for the Maus 5
An improved cabin R-Cab provides the machine operator with a first-class workplace and an unsurpassed overall view. Windscreen-wipers at all side disks and in the door provide a clear view also at rainy weather. A pleasant and gorgeous interior of the new cabin in combination with excellent sound insulation guarantee most comfortable operation. Extremely powerful fully LED working lights turn night into day.
ROPA combines under the name R-Concept its new intuitive operating philosophy. A large 12.1 inch glass touch screen with Wi-Fi interface performs as an information and command centre of the machine. From here the operator monitors the entire machine, receives information about operating conditions and performance data, adjusts cleaning intensity and, thus, working results of the machine.
The operation is performed dually, either with finger touch on the touch screen or with turning and pressing the rotate buttons R-Select and R-Direct, which are situated in the ergonomically perfect position at the newly designed control panel in the handle of the multifunctional joystick (with integrated mini joystick). The thin control panel at the operator’s place suggests numerous possible adjustments for the psychologically optimum and comfortable seating position and at the same time increased visibility and heating of comfortable air seat as series. Premium class workplace.
Compact on the road – minimum time for preparation
For road drive the complete Maus folds in automatically to a road width of 3 m and a total length of only 14.97m with just one operating element in the cabin unique between all the loaders! The wheel base of 5.5 m combined with two hydraulically sprung additional axles guarantees safe handling of the approx. 31 t loader while maintaining the best driving comfort even at the speed of 40 km/h.
10.2 m wide pickup system with flexible cleaning adjustment
The robust pickup system, extended up to 10.2 m in width, has totally 18 cleaning rollers (produced with a hard welded finish as standard) and ensures efficient soil and weed removal. It is the widest pickup system between the other cleaning loaders on the market. Depending on the level of cleaning required the cleaning path in the pickup system can be adjusted in length and intensity from the operator cabin.
Mercedes-Benz engine with the exhaust gas category 4 Final
The extremely economical Mercedes Benz OM936 engine of 260 kW/354 hp with 7.7 l volume capacity, 2-stage turbocharging, 1,400 Nm max. torque at 1,200 rpm (exhaust gas category 4 Final with AdBlue and SCR-Cat) is integrated in the most efficient drive concept. It is automatically driven at reduced engine rpm during loading, while at the same time preserving enough power for extreme conditions.
Efficient hydraulics enables rotational speed reduction
The hydraulic system with an improved gear/revolution transmission provides efficient power transfer whilst combining high throughput with low consumption at a steady loading of 1,200 rpm. Powerful load-sensing hydraulics ensures the highest possible hydraulic fluid capacity and a prompt response of the entire operating hydraulics even at idling speed.
Optimal balance with counterweight arm
The counterweight arm, specially developed by the company’s founder Hermann Paintner, is made of special 700 fine grain steel and contributes to the impressive performance of the Maus during loading whilst maintaining utmost machine stability. The counterweight arm is up to 9 m long and 4 m high and can be swung out together with the fuel tank, which serves as a counterweight to the loader, thus ensuring optimal balancing of the machine even at more than 15 m overloading width. The optional scale is integrated in the overloading conveyor articulation part and provides even better results. All the overloading conveyor side walls are made of high-strength PU plates and which can be turned in four directions.
Machine construction in perfection
The main frame consists of laser-welded and angled profile tubes of 700 fine grained steel and offers very high stability. All components are functional, transparent and maintenance-friendly. The various detailed solutions, e.g. the automatic folding/unfolding mechanism, video-system at the terminal with 2 cameras in series (4 cameras optionally), automatic stone protection, reversible and swung up cooling fan, fuel filter monitoring etc. all contribute to the highest possible performance at lowest maintenance needs. Electronic data recording, fuel consumption gauging, air-conditioning, park heating, rear view camera and central lubricating system are part of very comprehensive standard equipment of the Maus 5. Optionally available are systems for beet logistics, all of which can be integrated directly into the main terminal without auxiliary terminals (integrated application management). The automatically controlled from sensors water spray system provides significant assistance in difficult loading conditions.
Additional Cleaning
Sieve conveyor cleaner
90 cm wide cleaning web for good cleaning results in easy to medium soil.
Pinch roller cleaner with beet brake
Efficient cleaning particularly in very heavy soil with large weed growth.
Less wear and tear due to auto reverse spiral rollers
with high quality hard weld finish.
Balance
Optimal balance – unique counterweight concept
A counterweight arm from fine 700 grade fine grain steel, specially designed by the company’s founder, Hermann Paintner, guarantees absolutely spectacular performance. The counterweight arm, more than 9 m wide and 4 m high, with the fuel tank attached as a counterweight to the loader swings out and provides cabin01optimal balance even at loading widths of 15 m. The weight of the loader is taken up by the counter weight arm at the machine centre – leaving the frame unstressed. An absolutely safe and horizontal position and optimal traction on all 4 wheels are essential features of the ROPA counterweight concept.
Cabin
Best overview liftable cabin
The comfort cabin, liftable up to 5,1 m provides the operator with a workplace of a superior class with an all-round vision never known before. Designed by ROPA cabin with its unobstructed view is a fusion of modern design, first class vision and excellent sound-proofing to create the most confortable workplace.
The evenly curved front windscreen with an unusually low horizon provides an excellent, undistorted view. The view over the loader and the entire width of pick up without having to get up from the ergonomically arranged seating position means untiring operation even on long working days – the basis for high performance during beet loading.
Tinted full glazing windows, adjustable steering column, air sprung-mounted comfort seat with swivle seat brake, MP3-CD radio and audio system, video-controlled depth operation as well as pneumatically folding and heated wing mirrors, offer a workplace satisfying all operator's needs. An auxilliary heater which also maintains the temperature of the hydraulic oil tank is equipped with automatic air-conditioning and continuously adjustable fan speed control.
R-Concept highlight new cabin and operational concept for the Maus 5
An improved cabin R-Cab provides the machine operator with a first-class workplace and an unsurpassed overall view. Windscreen-wipers at all side disks and in the door provide a clear view also at rainy weather. A pleasant and gorgeous interior of the new cabin in combination with excellent sound insulation guarantee most comfortable operation. Extremely powerful fully LED working lights turn night into day.
R-Concept
ROPA combines under the name R-Concept its new intuitive operating philosophy. A large 12.1 inch glass touch screen with Wi-Fi interface performs as an information and command centre of the machine. From here the operator monitors the entire machine, receives information about operating conditions and performance data, adjusts cleaning intensity and, thus, working results of the machine.
The operation is performed dually, either with finger touch on the touch screen or with turning and pressing the rotate buttons R-Select and R-Direct, which are situated in the ergonomically perfect position at the newly designed control panel in the handle of the multifunctional joystick (with integrated mini joystick). The thin control panel at the operator’s place suggests numerous possible adjustments for the psychologically optimum and comfortable seating position and at the same time increased visibility and heating of comfortable air seat as series. Premium class workplace.
Mulifunctional terminal
Without leaving the cabin and with only one operational device the operator can convert the Maus 5 from operation in the field to road transport in a minute.
Engine & Drive
Technology with maximal performance – minimal fuel consumption
The extremely economical Mercedes Benz engine of 240 kW / 326 HP (OM 926, 7.2 l CC) with integrated AdBlue and SCR-Cat is automatically driven at reduced revolutions even during loading whilst at the same time preserving enough power for extreme conditions. In contrast to the previous model it is possible to increase the throughput at reduced fuel consumption. Due to the increased throughput the cleaning capacity is also improved to achieve optimal cleaning results.
Corresponding to the increased throughput the cleaning area has been extended to achieve an optimum cleaning result. A pump distributor with a load-switching multiple disc clutch ensures reliable cold-start and minimized fuel consumption for all drives.
The new hydraulics with new transmission technology in the pump distributor combines high throughput at lowest consumption even with running at 1,200 rpm. An extremely efficient load-sensing-hydraulic system guarantees the highest oil efficiency for maximum performance with quick responsive operation even at low engine revs. The cooling system with hydrostatically controlled and automatically reversing fan is contamination protected.
Efficient hydraulic system
The new hydraulic system with an optimal gear / revolution transmission provides efficient power whilst combining high throughput with low consumption at a steady loading speed of 1,200 1/min. Powerful load-sensing hydraulics ensure highest possible oil utilization and a swift response from the entire operating system even when idling.
GIS Data Port
Perfect communication between Maus and external systems
The optional GIS-data port allows the Maus to communicate easily with external systems. Through a specific data port the operator can check and work on operation and contract data from the terminal. At the same time additional contract information can be imported into the data bank of the machine.
The GIS data port allows for the combination of the GIS-system with satellite images to coordinate the sugar beet harvest.
Major advantages for the sugar campaign management with the GIS-System:
- Visual illustration of the current status of the harvest or loading
- Visual illustartion of the already harvested or loaded fields
- Position of the clamp location
- Location of the harvester and Maus through an integrated GPS-locator
- Optimizing of daily and/ or campaign routes
- Continuous information flow from the headquarter (farm or company office) all the way to the machines onboard computer
- Transfer of the daily routes via GPRS and/ or UMTS
- Easy route changes with automated updates in all connected machines following the changes
Everyone involved with the sugar logistics – director of operations, harvester driver, Maus driver, truck driver – have access to the same information and are connected with each other
Practical use of the operation control and campaign management on an example of "MR logistics" and "mobGis"
The logistics system is divided into the central system called "MR logistics" and mobile system called "mobGIS". The central system "MR logistics" is responsible for record and administration of the field piece, part, machines, driver data, route planning for individual vehicles, transfer of ordered route to the relevant harvester or loader and administration of the transmitted evaluation information of the completed harvester and loader orders.
At first, one should create the fields in the GIS and database. One can also import these data if they are provided by an agricultural institution of the country. For the practical application orthophotos are also helpful. The next step is to plan the route on an external PC of operational director for each mobile vehicle.
The fields are selected in the same order as they were harvested. The route can be visualized in geography and the selected fields are indicated by the line connections.
Route planning on the PC of operational director
When the route is already planned, one should send these routes to the mobile units (harvester, loader or truck). Then these data are saved at the Internet Server and are available for the selected mobile units. Before the beginning of the work all the units receive their actual day routes, the onboard computers show the actual position and relevant field in color.
Clicking on the colored part of the field on the onboard computer, the driver passes the information of sugar beet producer to the order management in the terminal of euro-Tigers V8. When the field is ready, the driver of harvester ends the order at the terminal of the euro-Tiger V8. Then, the order data are sent to the onboard computer of the euro-Tiger V8. The onboard computer sends the data to the Internet server. Every 20 seconds the server compares these data with all relevant units, such as loaders, harvesters and transport vehicles.
After the order finished (the field is ready) all the received data (driver, time of every piece, total time, position of the clamp, etc.) are transferred from the onboard computer to the center. According to these data the routes for loaders and transport vehicles will be planned. The driver of loader takes a glance at the actual position of the harvester and sugar beet clamp. The use of air photos provides better efficiency and helps to avoid unnecessary detours.
GIS-Data Port and RABS-System
The driver of euro-Maus 4 can see on the onboard computer the cultivated parts and position of clamps. When you click on the clamp, the producer data is transferred from laptop to the RABS-System in the terminal of euro-Maus 4.
Onboard computer at ROPA euro-Maus 4 with mobGis software
Each time you send the electronic delivery notes to the truck transponder, all the total indications are transferred from the terminal to the GIS-system. Thus, collection of related field parts data becomes possible during the beet loading. If an order is completed and the next order is started, all the members can see that the beet is already sent.
Everyone involved with the sugar logistics – director of operations, harvester driver, Maus driver, truck driver – have access to the same information and are connected with each other.
Pick Up
10.2m wide pick up system - individually adjusted cleaning intensity
Double cleaning path in the pick up - individually adjusted cleaning distance
The new and extremely robust pick up system from ROPA is the widest version available on the market. The patented pick up system is designed so that the length and intensity of the cleaning path can be variably set from the cabin as necessary. In contrast to earlier systems 50 percent more beet can be stored in an average-sized clamp - a great advantage on larger fields or in heavy frost.
A total of 18 cleaning rollers (all with hard welded coating) ensure a gentle and efficient soil and weed separation whilst at the same time allowing more space underneath.
Separate drives for 3 groups of rollers with indiviual setting of revolutions and automatic reversing for stone protection.
- Maximized efficiency of the pick up system – significantly less wear and tear
The annual operating capability of loaders is constantly increasing. Many machines operate in 24 hours shifts, and time for maintenance and parts replaciement is limited and expensive. ROPA has once again improved the heavy duty parts by developing this new pick upsystem and uses extra durable components.
Road Drive
Minimal time for preparation – fast set up and setting off
For road transport the complete Maus folds in automatically to a road width of 3 m and a total length of only 14.97m with just one operating element in the cabin! The wheel base of 5.5 m combined with two hydraulically sprung additional axles guarantees safe handling of the approx. 31 t loader while maintaining the best driving comfort even at an increased speed (optional 40 km/h). Road transport is as economical in fuel consumption as it is in operational mode even at reduced engine speeds.
Minimal cleaning required before changeover, with very little area of possible soil build up no soil accumulation behind the rear axle.
Weighing Scale
Weighing is more efficient than guessing – accuracy makes the difference!
ROPA offers and optional integrated weighing scale for the Maus 5. The scale offers many advantages at once: Transport vehicles can be loaded to the last pound to allow optimal and most efficient loading by maximizing transport all available capabilities.
- Overloading of transport vehicles which could create problems for driver and owner can be effectively avoid.
- Beets from many different clamps and owners can be loaded onto the same truck.Despite many beets from different owners on the truck the scale allows for a good adjustment to accommodate very owner based upon their amount of beets.
- In order to allow easy handling the optional scale is completely integrated into the color terminal of the Maus 5. By integrating the scale right away into the system no additional monitor is necessary –> no line of sight obstruction!
- To allow for a paper less data transfer the ROPA Transportation System (RABS-Transponder) easily transfers data via a integrated data port.
Fully automatic weighing system (optional)
Weighing elements, rpm sensor, angle sensor and sclases computer are integrated in the overloader articulation part.
Function of the scales:
Weighing scales are mounted on both sides of the elevator frame (2) which measures the current weight of the loading elevator. By using a grade sensor (3) on the computer processor of the scale the system calculates the current grade percentage. The speed of the belt is measured by using a speed sensor (1) on the oil motor. By using all three components (weight, elevator grade and speed) the system can calculate the exact weight of the beets.
The fully integrated weighing scale can be refitted to all types of Maus 5. The refitting of an additional weighing scale is possible on all ROPA machines but and additional monitor/ terminal inside the cabin is required.
Technical Data
Diesel Engine:
Mercedes Benz OM 926 LA, exhaust rate EURO-MOT 3b(with SCR-Cat and AdBlue), 6 cylinder multibank engine with 240 kW/326 HPS at 2200 rev/min. and 7,2 litre cubic capacity, max. rotation at 1300 Nm at 1200-1600 rev/min, Fuel consumption appr. 194 g/kWh at 1250 rev/min when fully operating, completely electronic controlled with fuel consumption analysis in the colourcoded terminal, temperature controlled with automatically reversing hydrostatic driven fan, only one flat belt drive with automatic belt tightening, any defects caused by operational conditions are indicated by the engine diagnosistics, which are integrated in the colour terminal, fuel capacity of 1225 l, AdBlue store for 95 litres,flow valve for 8 litre fuel reserve tank when fuel tank is empty, electric pump for fully automatic ventilation of fuel system.
Drive:
Variable hydrostatic (Bosch-Rexroth) of 4-gear OMSI propulsion of 2 OMSI planetary steering drive axes, drive pump has more operational capacity than the maximum Diesel engine output, 2 separately operated differential locks with automatic function, automatic total 4 wheel drive, cruise control, low engine revs when in automatic driving mode, constant throttle brake prevents over revving of the Diesel engine at full braking and downhill driving, load power control through fine control of low range gear. Front axle with drum brake 500x180, 4 spring-mounted brake cylinders for the operating and parking brake, driving speed 20 or 25 km/h, optional 40 km/h (with additional drum brake in the rear axle).
Cabin:
Cabin with an all round view, adjustable to a height of up to 5,1 m, soundproofed, with tinted all round glazing and a low edge, new compact control panel and swivel chair with integrated colour terminal, function keys and rotary selector switch, 2 multi-function joysticks with integrated proportional mini joysticks, automatic air-conditioning, comfortable, air sprung swivel chair with chair brake, colour terminal with clearly visible beet flow fault display, MP-3 radio with audio system, telephone mount, 60 litre-storage shelf in the cabin rear wall, windscreen wipers at front, left ,right and rear, 2 inner LED lights.
Operational Drives and Hydraulic System:
OMSI-pump distributor gear, pressure circuit lubrication, with drive oil cooling fan, adaptable drive transmission for low engine revolution (load revolution 1200-1300 1/min) when loading, load-switching power shift clutch for operating 6 hydraulic pumps of the operating drives - Providing easy start of Diesel engine even at very low outside temperatures;
- 4 axial piston pumps (Bosch-Rexroth) for continuous load sensing and auto reverse for front roller drives (for lifting, dividing and cleaning front and rear)
- 2 axial piston pumps (Bosch-Rexroth) for continuous drive of in-feed web and elevator
- 1 load-sensing axial piston pump (Bosch-Rexroth) for supplying all hydraulic cylinders -> with LVS- flow valves enabling all movements to be carried out concurrently.
- 1 axial piston pump (Bosch-Rexroth) for reversible cooling fan drive (hydraulic oil-, water-, load air cooler)
- hydraulics drives from Sauer-Danfoss
Steering:
Front axle steering, rear axle steering, steering of all wheels, automatic central positioning of rear axle
Turning circle:
9,90 m inner diameter
Cleaning and loading efficiency:
Up to 560 t per hour of loading
Collection system:
Maximum collection width 10,2 m, ROPA-roller collection with 18 rollers, divided into 3 separate drives (each drive with continuous adjustment, rotation control and automatic reversing):
1. Lifting: 2 finger rollers lift down to 7 cm underground, 2 initial cleaning rollers
2. Dividing and Cleaning: 6 conveying rollers convey and divide beet flow whilst cleaning
3. Cleaning: 8 tangentially rotating spiral rollers clean whilst conveying the beet, double cleaning path
Nose cone with new, tensioned drive, automatically adjustable speed matching collecting rollers. Slow running for low wear and tear of the split nose cone cap. Valves protection against breaking safety chains, when not disconnected. Telescopic and proportional control of end of clamp collector arm (external telescopic tube 180*180*5mm), colour camera and LCD-colour monitor for camera depth control, de-icer
In-feed conveyer:
80 cm wide, 50 mm pitch with new designed PU finger rollers and soil deflectors, double profile belts, with speed control and high-speed gear, 4 mm steel side walls
Additional cleaning:
Standard: conveyer web, 90 cm wide, 40 mm pitch Optional: spiral rollers clean with 8 tangentially rotating spiral rollers, 135 cm wide
Loader:
80 cm wide, 40 mm-pitch, with speed control and highspeed gear, side walls interchangeable
Loading height:
up to 6 m
Loading width:
serially 15 m
Counterweight arm:
length 9.02 m, 6 m to pivot point, base of fuel tank from 20 mm steel
Total cleaning area:
34.5 m²
Maximum cleaning path:
31.7 m
Electrics:
24 Volt, 2 light of 100 amps each, electronic battery operated main switch with automatic cut out after 5 days ignition off (AUS), 3 X 12 Volt sockets, diagnosis mechanism for the entire sensing and operational system integrated in the colour terminal, warning signals are shown as symbols with text in the appropriate native language, software updates can be made via standard supplied USB ports, long-life, water and corrosion protected construction control panel electrics, use of exclusive, individually protected plugs (AMP German), wiring of central electric system with WAGO-spring tightening clips (vibration protected), electronic fuses, cable looms largely provided with thread protection Road
Transport and operational mode:
Switching from road transport into operational mode takes appr. 2 minutes, the machine can be automatically folded in and opened out in appr. 2 minutes with only one control device
Measurements at road transport:
Length: 14,90 m; width: 3,00 m; height: 4,00 m
Empty weight with full fuel tank:
31000 kg
Tyres:
Front- and rear axles of 710/75 R34, load index 178 A8
2nd and 3d axles standard production, with tyres 235/75 R17,5
Standard equipment:
Reversing camera, central greasing, final beet collection arm, air-conditioning, on-board tools, all spiral and lifting rollers with hard weld finish
Additional equipment:
Cleaning with rear spiral roller with 8 counter-rotating rollers, fixed heaters, water jet system, loader camera, weighing mechanism, integrated GIS interface, RABS system integrated into terminal for logistics of disposal or Data-Key, laptop fixture for DELL type ATG.
