Bobcat Company
The American company Bobcat Company produces machinery for both agricultural and construction use. Its American headquarters are currently located in West Fargo, North Dakota, having previously been in Gwinner. In 2017, it moved its European headquarters from Belgium's Waterloo to the Czech Republic's Dob. (where one of Bobcat's factories in Europe is located). It was a division of the Ingersoll Rand Company from 1995 until July 2007, when it was sold to Doosan Infracore for US$4.9 billion.
The company offers skid steer loaders, mini excavators, side-by-sides, mini tractors, and other hydraulic compact equipment under the Bobcat name. One of the few significant manufacturers in North Dakota is this one.
The History Of Bobcat
In the 1950s, Louis and Cyril Keller managed Keller Welding and Repair in the vicinity of Rothsay, Minnesota. Eddie Velo, a local turkey farmer, told the Kellers that he wanted a tool that was portable and small enough to fit inside a pole barn in 1956. The Velo brothers unveiled a compact, three-wheeled design with a belt-driven transmission on February 4, 1957. The Kellers developed and patented a more resilient clutch-based transmission system in 1958 after learning about issues with the belt-driven transmission from Velo, who granted the Kellers full access to his operations. The improved transmission of the Melroe M60 loader served as its frame.
The Kellers' uncle, an equipment salesman for the Gwinner, North Dakota-based Melroe Manufacturing Company, came up with a marketing concept that led to an invitation for the Kellers to participate in the 1958 Minnesota State Fair. Melroe introduced the four-wheeled M400 type "Skid-Steer Loader" in 1960. Following the 1962 release of the 440 model loader, the business began marketing related goods under the "Bobcat" brand. While driving between Minneapolis and Gwinner, advertising executive Lynn Bickett and Les Melroe came up with the moniker "Bobcat." Bickett and Sylvan Melroe used the slogan "tough, fast, and nimble" to promote the first loaders.
Melroe Manufacturing Company was acquired by Clark Equipment Company in 1969. Ingersoll-Rand was subsequently purchased by Clark Equipment Company in 1995. In 2007 Ingersoll-Rand sold Clark Equipment Company to the Doosan Group of South Korea for US$4.9 billion, together with the remainder of its construction equipment business. The Clark Equipment Company has taken over the activities of The Bobcat Company. The Bobcat Company is permitted to use the word "Bobcat" as a trademark.
The seven-year cooperation between Doosan and Doosan Bobcat came to an end on January 1 when they were divided into independent companies.
In July 2021, Doosan Infracore was acquired by Hyundai Heavy Industries in exchange for a 30% controlling stake in the company for roughly $722.45 million. Doosan Infracore will be a part of the newly established Hyundai Genuine group.
Skid-Steer Loaders
The whole line of Bobcat® skid-steer loaders is made to enable you to accomplish more. Since developing the first skid-steer loader, Bobcat has established a name for itself as the industry leader in terms of quality, efficiency, and dependability. We have earned the title of most widely used skid-steer loader brand globally.
When coupled with a genuine Bobcat attachment, each style of skid-steer becomes a versatile force to be feared on your jobsite. As soon as you go inside the cab of the R-Series, the upcoming skid steer loader revolution, you'll see advancements. It is intended to push the boundaries in every way, increasing production at your jobsite where it matters most.
Compact Track Loaders
All of Bobcatsmall ®'s track loaders are designed to increase productivity. They are regarded as the most potent, cosy, and adaptable loaders in the business.
Other manufacturers fall short in terms of lifting capacity, pushing force, buoyancy, and ground disturbance. You'll be able to persevere and complete the task even in sloppy, sandy, muddy, or damp conditions.
You'll notice improvements as soon as you enter the R-Series, the upcoming loader revolution. It's designed to push the envelope in every manner, boosting output at your jobsite where it counts the most.
Small Articulated Loaders
When performing a range of challenging activities in confined spaces, a small articulated loader can be used with the least amount of interruption to already-existing surfaces.
In addition to a tight-turning articulation joint for manoeuvrability in compact locations, these agile loaders offer a grass-safe mode to lessen the chance of cutting into the turf when they spin or haul a load.
Bobcat® micro articulated loaders are compact enough to fit easily into pens, nurseries, and other limited locations while still having an exceptional lifting capacity. This tiny vehicle can do a range of landscaping jobs, including ground maintenance and material handling.
Mini Track Loaders
A mini track loader may be manoeuvred and used to fulfil tasks in locations where other machines cannot. Small track loaders from Bobcat® can complete difficult tasks in confined locations. By eliminating human labour, hand tools, and wheelbarrows, you can do more in hard-to-reach regions.
Pass effortlessly through gates, doors, and other tight spaces. Ride-on small track loaders, also known as stand-on micro skid steers, offer the same attachment flexibility as more powerful Bobcat compact loaders.
Install the Common Industry Interface or the Bob-Tach® mounting system on your machine (CII). The Common Industry Interface design enables you to connect your machine to a range of loader attachments you may already own and use, while the tried-and-true Bob-Tach mounting mechanism provides quick attachment changes and excellent attachment fit.
Do not be fooled by the small size. They carry out challenging duties like trenching, lugging supplies, tilling, and digging.
Compact Wheel Loaders
You can do more chores in less time thanks to the exceptional material handling abilities and superb manoeuvrability of small wheel loaders.
Only Bobcat® compact wheel loaders offer the functionality, comfort, and adaptability required to handle the most difficult tasks. Bobcat compact wheel loaders are good at managing materials, so you can accomplish more. Large bucket capacity, a tall lift height, outstanding agility, solid stability, and quick travel speeds are only a few of these advantages.
You may connect accessories fast and effortlessly with the Power Bob-Tach® System, giving you the greatest versatility for your money. With the help of Bobcat attachments, you can take on new duties and make better use of your compact loader whether you're moving pallets, shovelling snow, or picking up trash.
Compact (Mini) Excavators
Your productivity and performance will grow with Bobcat® mini excavators. Small Bobcat excavators now come with updated features for more precise control and more productive operation, as well as comfort features to make challenging work easier.
Each compact excavator we build has the ability to take a variety of specialised attachments and is intended to boost productivity. The extended arm, the depth check system, and the Hydraulic X-ChangeTM system are a few examples of the bespoke features that can be added to several of these types of mini digger.
Even in the most difficult and restricted working areas, you can enhance productivity and uptime with Bobcat compact excavators. From the initial model selection through the final day on the job, we make it simple to respond to substantial challenges with a succinct response.
Large Excavators
For a variety of job circumstances, the large Bobcat® excavators offer the adaptability and manoeuvrability needed. Thanks to cutting-edge technologies, the quality and versatility you expect from the Bobcat name are paired with the fastest cycle times, the strongest lifting capacities, and the greatest reach.
Get the fortitude and productivity you need to handle your most difficult undertakings. Industry-leading hydraulics help enhance productivity and shorten cycle times by supplying stable power and more slew torque for backfilling and slewing. Four switchable power modes provide variable performance in the convenience of your taxi.
Bobcat large excavators provide you with the strength, confidence, and size you need to finish more challenging projects.
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