Steelwrist shows many innovations at the Intermat trade fair in Paris, April 24-27, 2024

In an interactive booth at Intermat, Steelwrist is demonstrating its commitment to the French market, where visitors can experience how its tiltrotators, SQ automatic quick couplers and attachments improve excavator efficiency. Steelwrist invites visitors to discover the latest products unveiled during the recent launch at the company's facility in Hamburg, Germany. This is the first opportunity for the public to see and experience all the new products and solutions.

Steelwrist booth: EXT6-A091

Strong commitment to the French market
Steelwrist has been present in France with a local organization since 2016, and in 2019 the local subsidiary Steelwrist France SAS was established. In June 2023, the company opened the new site in Chilly-Mazarin, south of Paris, with local stock of products and spare parts and technical support to support continued growth in France. After debuting at Intermat in 2015, Steelwrist confirms its commitment to the French market with a prominent outdoor booth offering visitors a comprehensive live show of products designed to improve excavator efficiency.

Interactive demonstrations highlight efficiency
A highlight of the Steelwrist booth at Intermat is the live show featuring two excavators equipped with SQ50 automatic quick couplers and X12 tiltrotators. During the demonstration, the machines will share the same tools, both hydraulic and mechanical attachments, and buckets. Because the machines are equipped with Steelwrist SQ technology, operators can switch between hydraulic attachments without leaving the cab.

In addition, the demonstration will include an electric mini-excavator equipped with the Steelwrist TCX tilt attachment, which offers flexibility for the smallest excavators. The innovative TCX tilt piece has been nominated for an Intermat Innovation Award in the Earthmoving, Demolition and Transportation category.

Open-S Alliance event organized by Steelwrist
Open-S is the open standard for fully automatic quick couplers for excavators.
The goal of Open-S is to provide global interchangeability between quick couplers, tiltrotators and attachments from different manufacturers. Steelwrist is a founding member of the Open-S Alliance and will host an event at its booth on Thursday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., where attendees can learn more about the latest developments in the global Open-S standard and interact with representatives and members of the alliance.

The Open-S Alliance is also shortlisted for an Intermat Innovation Award in the Earthmoving, Demolition and Transportation category, the winners of which will be announced on the first day of the fair, April 24.

"The global Open-S standard is good for both the machine owner and the industry as a whole. It aims to give machine owners the freedom to choose between manufacturers and not be tied to one proprietary solution," said Stefan Stockhaus, CEO of Steelwrist.

Highlighting new products
Steelwrist recently hosted a major product launch event, unveiling the first model of the third-generation Steelwrist tiltrotator and introducing two new rotor changers, in addition to a new range of vibratory blocks and grippers. All of these new products will be on display at Intermat.

The centerpiece of the product launch is the XTR20, the first model of the third-generation Steelwrist tiltrotators, which demonstrates several innovative features from both a hardware and software perspective. Complementing the XTR20 are the first-generation XR rotor changers and the second-generation XT tilters.

Adding to its already extensive range of attachments, Steelwrist will also showcase its new range of HCX vibratory blocks, MGX multi grapples and SGX sorting grapples. All new attachments are designed for use under a tiltrotator, increasing the flexibility and versatility of any excavator.

"Steelwrist's presence at Intermat 2024 shows our strong commitment to the dynamic French market, where users, machine operators and owners recognize the efficiency gains our products and solutions offer. I look forward to sharing our latest products and innovations with a wider audience for the first time," said Stefan Stockhaus, CEO of Steelwrist.

Steelwrist presents first model with launch of XTR20 of the third generation of tiltrotators

The XTR20 is the first in the line of third-generation Steelwrist tiltrotators designed for excavators from 16 to 20 tons and takes efficiency to a significantly higher level. Best-in-class tilt geometry, LockSense, a new patented safety solution for locking attachments, and OptiLube, a built-in lubrication system, are just some of the technical advances of the third generation of high-performance Steelwrist tiltrotators. The XTR20 is available with both S60 and SQ60 quick change and is designed to allow upgrade from S60 to SQ60, giving the user the flexibility to adapt as needs change.

Cast steel components and optimized tilt geometry
The new XTR20 features cast-steel components, including the suspension, worm gear housing and quick-change under the tiltrotator. Despite its compact construction, which has reduced the overall body height, the XTR20 retains the large 45-degree tilt angle.

Steelwrist's superior tilt geometry has evolved even further in the XTR20 to ensure the smoothest operation for the operator. Thanks to the design of the eccentric tilt cylinder mount, the tilt cylinders have become shorter, optimizing the tilt geometry. This results in minimal cylinder spread during the tilt stroke, providing smooth movement with high torque.

Maintenance-free bearings and OptiLube - the built-in lubrication system for the tiltrotator
Among the new features introduced on the XTR20 are maintenance-free, triple-sealed bearings in all main pivot points. Triple-sealed means bearings are protected from the ingress of dust and dirt.

Nowadays, machine operators may forget to lubricate the tiltrotator or fail to lubricate it adequately. In some cases, the tiltrotator is connected to the excavator's automatic lubrication system, where grease of low viscosity or quality is often used. The idea behind OptiLube is to ensure that the tiltrotator is lubricated with the right amount, at the right time and with the right optimized grease. All with the goal of extending the life of the tiltrotator.

With the new built-in OptiLube lubrication system, maintaining the Steelwrist tiltrotator has never been easier. The OptiLube system automatically provides lubrication, ensuring consistent and optimal performance. Designed specifically for Steelwrist tiltrotators, the lubricant reduces friction and extends service life.

OptiLube is integrated into the tiltrotator control system, allowing continuous monitoring of lubrication performance and alerting the operator when it is time to change the lubricant cartridge. This feature eliminates guesswork and routine checks, allowing the operator to focus on the job at hand without interruption.

A quantum leap in security with LockSense technology
Safety comes first, and with XTR20, Steelwrist is taking a giant leap in security solutions, and is prepared for the future with LockSense.
Steelwrist first introduced the Front Pin Lock system back in 2012 and is again taking the lead in technological development with the new LockSense system.

The XTR20 features our patented LockSense technology: an advanced sensor system for securely locking attachments. The innovative LockSense has the necessary features to meet upcoming safety regulations.

The wireless solution eliminates the hassle of fragile cables in exposed areas, and the battery lasts about five years.

Machinists receive both visual and auditory confirmations so that every change of equipment is safe and reliable. It's more than just safety; it's peace of mind for the operator, ensuring that every jobsite is as safe as it is efficient.

Modular design for upgrade to SQ according to the Open-S standard
The new tiltrotators, like all Steelwrist products, are available with suspension and quick couplers that follow the symmetrical standard (S-standard), which is the fastest growing standard internationally. Thanks to the modular design, it is possible to upgrade the tiltrotator from the S-type to the SQ-type. With Steelwrist SQ technology, the operator can change between hydraulically driven attachments in just seconds - all without leaving the cab.

On the new XTR20 and the other third-generation tiltrotators yet to come, the upgrade from S to SQ is possible on both the suspension and the tiltrotator quick change without having to change structural parts, as was the case with previous models. The simple modification of a few parts makes the upgrade from S to SQ possible. This is both less time-consuming and more economical for the customer.

All Steelwrist SQ products follow the global Open-S industry standard for fully automatic quick couplers for excavators. The ambition with the global Open-S standard is to give machine operators and owners the freedom to combine quick couplers, tiltrotators and attachments from different manufacturers that follow the standard.

A new gripper with improved range and functionality
The optional gripper is a great tool that significantly increases the productivity of any tiltrotator. The XTR20 can be equipped with a newly designed, downward-facing 3-finger gripper, extending the reach of the excavator. With its improved geometry, it offers a wide opening and near complete closure, and handles objects with unparalleled precision. The robust design, including durable cylinder protection, ensures smooth operation on all types of jobs.

Integration with GPS machine control system to further improve efficiency
GPS machine control systems are becoming increasingly popular around the world, as these systems significantly improve excavator productivity and accuracy. In the past, suppliers of GPS systems often had to mount their own tilt sensors on tilt rotators to get sufficient information about the tilt position of the attachment, with the XTR20 this is no longer necessary.

The XTR20 comes standard with high-resolution absolute tilt and rotation sensors. This integration provides the customer with precise control, sending exact positioning data to the GPS system. "Steelwrist already has a number of integrations available for the leading suppliers of GPS systems.

"The XTR20 represents a leap forward in performance and reliability, and with features like LockSense, OptiLube, more tilt and rotation torque, and easy upgrade options, we demonstrate our ongoing commitment to improving excavator efficiency. I am extremely proud of what our team has achieved and I look forward to seeing how the new Steelwrist XTR20 tiltrotator improves construction sites around the world," said Stefan Stockhaus, CEO of Steelwrist.

A new Steelwrist product category - Rotor Changes (XR)

With the launch of the XR7 and XR20 rotor swap, Steelwrist introduces a completely new product to its already extensive lineup. The rotor change adds flexibility and efficiency, as it allows the implement to rotate 360 degrees continuously. At the same time, installation is very easy because the rotor change does not require a control system on the excavator. With the first two models, Steelwrist is targeting two main machine segments: with the XR7 for excavators from 4 to 7 tons and the XR20 for excavators from 14 to 20 tons.

Steelwrist XR7 and XR20 rotor changers provide excavators with advanced rotary technology Rotor changers for excavators have been around for several years and are becoming increasingly popular. A rotor change allows the excavator operator to continuously rotate the piece of equipment 360 degrees. The rotation function allows the operator to position the work tool more freely, avoiding repositioning of the excavator, which increases efficiency.

Steelwrist rotor swaps offer a higher level of versatility and precision compared to a standard quick swap. The flexibility offered by the rotor swap turns the excavator into a true tool carrier capable of performing a variety of tasks and improving machine utilization. The robust worm gear transmission is designed to perform and ensures accurate and efficient rotation of each piece of equipment.

With the first two rotor changers, XR7 and XR20, Steelwrist introduces a new product category to its already extensive range. The XR7 is designed for excavators between 4 and 7 tons and comes with an S40 quick coupler. The XR20 is offered with both S60 and SQ60 quick coupler and can be installed on excavators between 14 and 20 tons.

Compact design, easy installation and throughput with high oil flow
The XR7 and XR20 rotor changers feature a robust design, low build height and low weight. Installation is quick and easy because no separate control system is required. The machine must be equipped with at least one double-acting auxiliary function. A second auxiliary function can be used to operate the gripper unit (option) or a hydraulic attachment under the rotor changer.

The high-flow rotary auger in the XR7 and XR20 allow the use of attachments that require high oil flow, such as hydraulic demolition hammers, vibratory hammers and stump cutters. The high-flow rotary auger provides maximum flow efficiency, allowing attachments to perform at their best.

Safe change of equipment
The XR7 rotor change is equipped with Front Pin Hook, a robust and secure solution. The XR20 features our patented LockSense technology, a sensor-based locking system. These technologies provide robust and secure solutions for reliable implement changes.

Optional grip cassette and absolute rotation sensor
Both the XR7 and XR20 rotor changers can be equipped with an integrated gripper, further increasing productivity. The gripper opens wide, closes almost completely, has robust cylinder caps and does not interfere with digging. The gripper can be retrofitted when desired.

It is possible to upgrade the XR7 and XR20 rotor change with an absolute rotation sensor for improved accuracy, control and integration with GPS systems.

"With the introduction of the XR7 and XR20 rotor changers, we are further expanding our already wide product range, focusing on turning the excavator into a tool carrier. Rotor changers are obviously a product that does not have the same productivity as a tiltrotator, but also does not have the same price tag, with the advantage of very easy installation. I am convinced that customers who are not yet ready to equip their excavator with a tiltrotator will find a very attractive solution with our new XR series, easy to install and with the same robustness as all Steelwrist's products. range," said Stefan Stockhaus, CEO of Steelwrist.

Attachments optimized for use under a tiltrotator

A job needs an attachment and an attachment needs an excavator - not the other way around. That's the starting point when thinking about how to increase the efficiency of an excavator. Steelwrist offers a wide range of attachments and now adds a new range of vibratory blocks, multi-purpose grapples and grading grapples, all optimized for use under the tiltrotator.

Compaction made easy with Steelwrist's new series of vibratory blocks (HCX)
Steelwrist introduces the second generation of vibratory plates, HCX, designed for excavators to deliver unmatched compaction force, making soil and trench compaction seamless and effortless. With an innovative design, the vibratory plate operates smoothly even at unmatched low hydraulic flow rates, and is therefore optimized for use under a tiltrotator. In fact, the new HCX series has the same compaction power as the previous series, but uses only half the oil flow.

The new range of vibratory blocks consists of six new models, from HCX6 to the largest HCX26, suitable for excavators from 2 to 26 tons. The vibratory blocks are all available with suspensions that follow the symmetrical standard (S-standard), which is the fastest growing standard internationally. The range of vibratory blocks starts with the S40 size suspension and goes all the way up to the S70 size. The modular design makes it very easy

to upgrade the vibratory plate from the S-type to the SQ-type. With Steelwrist SQ technology, the operator can switch between hydraulically powered attachments in seconds - all without leaving the cab.

Steelwrist HCX vibratory compactors are designed with the operator in mind. The compactors offer smooth, intuitive maneuverability, enabling accurate positioning and optimal compaction. In addition, the HCX vibratory compactors feature an energy-efficient design that results in reduced fuel consumption.

Multi-purpose (MGX) and sorting (SGX) grapples for a wide range of different tasks
Steelwrist's range of grapples is optimized for use with the tiltrotator and has common features that increase its efficiency and durability. The new range of multipurpose grapples (MGX) and sorting grapples (SGX) are lighter in weight, yet stronger in design, and the build height has been reduced. These features increase the productivity and efficiency of the new range of grapples.

As with the new range of vibrating blocks, the new range of grippers is available with suspensions that follow the symmetrical standard (S-type). The modular design also allows them to be upgraded from the S-type to the SQ-type.

The multipurpose grapple (MGX) is a versatile and strong grapple for use in general construction, stone laying, grading, loading (round) wood, handling waste wood and other loading operations. Five new models are available: from MGX2 for the smallest compact excavators to MGX26 for excavators up to 26 tons.

The sorting grab (SGX) is excellent for handling harder materials such as rocks, large stones, wood and scrap metal, as well as recycling, sorting and medium-duty demolition work. There are four new models, from the SGX8 for excavators from 5 to 8 tons to the SGX26 available for excavators up to 26 tons.

"Thanks to the very significant upgrades made to our second-generation vibratory, multi- and sorting grapples, we have the solutions customers are looking for to make their excavators even more versatile and productive," said Stefan Stockhaus, CEO of Steelwrist.