At the Diggerland Plant Training School, we’re proud to announce the arrival of our brand-new Komatsu PC55 diggers, ready to take your construction training experience to the next level. As a leading NPORS-accredited training provider in the UK, we continuously strive to offer the latest, most advanced equipment to help our learners gain practical, hands-on skills that translate seamlessly to the workplace. Our latest investment in the Komatsu PC55 underscores our commitment to ensuring that our students receive the best possible training experience.
In this blog post, we’ll introduce you to the Komatsu PC55, discuss its specifications. Plus explain how it enhances our NPORS training courses. We’ll also provide an overview of the various NPORS-accredited construction courses available at the Diggerland Plant Training School, including the highly sought-after NPORS N202 Excavator 360 course.
Why the Komatsu PC55?
We’re always on the lookout for equipment that can deliver exceptional training results. The Komatsu PC55 is a fantastic 5 tonne excavator, widely regarded in the construction industry for its reliability, efficiency, and operator-friendly features. By incorporating these excellent machines into our training courses, we’re ensuring that our operators learn using some of the best equipment available in the industry. Essentially, equipping them with valuable, real-world experience.
Komatsu PC55: Specifications and Features
The Komatsu PC55 isn’t just any excavator. It’s a machine designed to make every task on a construction site more efficient. Whether you’re excavating, grading, or performing other earth-moving tasks, the PC55’s versatility and power ensure that you get the job done with precision and speed. Below are some of the key specifications of the Komatsu PC55:
- Operating weight: 5,280 kg, which offers the perfect balance between portability and capability, making it ideal for a variety of site conditions.
- Engine power: 29.5 kW (39.6 HP) @ 2,400 rpm. This level of power ensures that the PC55 can handle tough ground conditions and heavy loads with ease.
- Digging depth: The PC55 offers a digging depth of 4,130 mm, providing ample reach for excavation tasks.
- Max dumping height: 4,470 mm, making it suitable for loading materials into high-sided trucks or containers.
- Fuel tank capacity: 65 litres, meaning fewer refuels during a workday, contributing to greater operational efficiency.
- Travel speed: This machine offers travel speeds of 2.6 km/h (low) and 4.6 km/h (high), allowing operators to adjust their speed according to the job at hand.
The Komatsu PC55 is engineered for ease of use, featuring intuitive controls that make it accessible even to newer operators, while still offering the robustness and precision demanded by seasoned professionals. Its compact size is ideal for tight spaces or urban construction sites. While its impressive power output ensures that it can handle the most demanding tasks.
These features make the Komatsu PC55 an excellent machine for our NPORS-accredited excavator training. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive, hands-on training experience. The PC55 allows learners to master the operation of a machine they are likely to encounter frequently in their careers.
Boost Your Skills with NPORS Construction Training Courses
As an NPORS-accredited training provider, the Diggerland Plant Training School offers a wide range of courses designed to equip learners with the skills and certifications needed to excel in the construction and plant operation industries. Our courses cover a variety of essential skills. From operating heavy machinery to health and safety practices on-site.
Some of the NPORS courses we offer include:
- NPORS Industrial Counterbalanced Forklift Truck (N001): This course focuses on the safe operation of forklifts, including load handling, stability, and risk assessment.
- NPORS Excavator 360 (N202): Learn to operate a 360-degree excavator, including techniques for digging, trenching, and grading.
- NPORS Forward Tipping Dumper (N204): Focuses on the safe operation of forward tipping dumpers, a key machine in site work.
- NPORS Slinger/Signaller (N402): Teaches the essential skills of safely slinging and signalling, an integral role in lifting operations.
All of our NPORS courses combine theoretical learning with practical, hands-on training on real machinery. Our focus on small class sizes ensures that each operator gets individual attention. Ensuring a thorough understanding of both the technical and safety aspects of each machine they operate.
Master the Excavator with the NPORS N202 Excavator 360 Course
Among our most popular offerings is the NPORS N202 Excavator 360 course, which covers the operation of excavators such as the Komatsu PC55. This course is essential for those looking to work in construction. As excavators are one of the most commonly used machines on sites.
The NPORS N202 Excavator 360 course covers a range of crucial topics, including:
- Machine controls and components: Understand how to operate a 360-degree excavator safely and efficiently.
- Excavating techniques: Learn the proper methods for digging trenches, grading surfaces, and moving earth.
- Hazard awareness and safety: Essential skills in assessing and mitigating risks while operating heavy machinery.
- Practical assessments: Operators must demonstrate their ability to handle the excavator in real-world conditions, ensuring they are job-ready upon certification.
This course provides learners with both NPORS certification and hands-on experience with advanced machinery, including the Komatsu PC55. Whether you are new to excavator operation or are looking to upgrade your skills, the NPORS N202 Excavator 360 course offers the training you need to succeed.
Contact Us To Book Your NPORS Training in Kent
If you’ve been considering advancing your career in the construction industry, there’s no better time than now to enrol in one of the construction courses in Kent. From operating excavators to telehandlers, we offer a wide range of NPORS-accredited courses that will set you up for success in the construction industry.
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All information correct as of: 13th November 2024.
