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As Singapore’s construction industry increasingly embraces robotics and automation, Caterpillar has introduced its Cat Command remote-control technology to the local market. The system is compatible with wheel loaders, dozers and excavators, enabling operators to remotely perform loading, dozing and excavating operations.

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At Construction Technology @ Punggol Digital District (ConTech@PDD) in July 2026, Caterpillar partnered with its local dealer, Tractors Singapore Limited (TSL), to showcase Cat Command and highlight its applications. The event brought together government representatives and stakeholders from the infrastructure and construction industries.

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According to TSL, Cat Command has been deployed on projects around the world. While the technology is already operational in the Southeast Asian mining sector, Singapore aims to be the first country in the region to adopt it for construction.

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Higher safety, efficiency and control

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The use of Cat Command will enhance safety and productivity in various applications. Its remote-control capability provides full machine manoeuvrability from a safe distance when working in potentially hazardous environments.

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By removing the operator from the cab, the system eliminates exposure to machine vibrations, reducing fatigue and allowing for longer working periods. To help address current and future labour shortages, its ‘virtual cab’ expands access to machine operation, opening up opportunities for a larger pool of potential operators, including those with physical limitations.

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A single operator can remotely control multiple machines, one at a time, whether they are at the same jobsite or at different locations, improving work efficiency while reducing travel time and costs. In addition, remote control enables continuous production immediately following disruptive processes, like blasting, thus increasing machine productivity.

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At the ConTech@PDD event, TSL demonstrated the remote operation of an excavator located 40 km away from the venue. The setup leveraged a robust 5G network and was paired with a standard Cat machine.

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Flexible options

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The system offers two solutions: the line-of-sight (LOS) Command Console and the non-line-of-sight (NLOS) Command Station. Both are aftermarket installations that integrate fully with the machines’ hardware and software, enabling quick response and smooth control. Operating commands are sent directly to the machines’ electronics through a dedicated radio transmitter/receiver, resulting in real-time control.

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These two solutions feature integrated safety protocols that allow the machines to return to a fail-safe state in situations such as network disruptions or console/operator tip-overs, ensuring safe remote operations.

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The LOS Command Console comes complete with a lightweight, compact control console supported by a comfortable shoulder harness. Controlling all machine functions, the console allows the user to work safely and comfortably away from the machine while remaining onsite and maintaining direct visual contact with the equipment. This solution requires no onsite communications infrastructure and is ideal for short-term and emergency use when encountering potentially hazardous work areas.

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Meanwhile, the NLOS Command Station offers the flexibility to be located onsite or positioned miles away from the machine. The station includes a modular, customised ‘virtual cab,’ where the user is comfortably seated in front of machine controls and displays similar to those inside the operator’s cab.

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Similar to normal cabs

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Operating from the Command Station is similar to running a machine from the cab. Multiple monitor views show everything the operator needs to see, including additional views that are not available from the cab.

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The control layout of the station mirrors what operators will find in most Cat equipment. The controls are familiar and precise, reflecting what is happening on the machine in the field.

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TSL pointed out that, although operators require some training, the Command Station works much like a conventional machine cab, making it easier for them to learn and use.

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Along with exterior camera views, the station monitor provides essential machine status information in real time, such as fuel usage, engine speed, travel mode and more, as well as information from other Cat technologies, such as Cat Grade.

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Note: This story has also been published in the Sept/Oct 2026 issue of SEAC (with more images). Click here to read it online or here to download the PDF (pages 44-45 and 47).

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Tractors Malaysia recently hosted a day of celebration for its customer, Ponterosso Technics Sdn Bhd, who bought seven excavator models from the Cat 352 and Cat 333 range.

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The event took place in November 2023 in Dungun, Terengganu. Tractors Malaysia said this celebration focused on showing appreciation towards its customers, alongside building new relationships with the local business community.

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The Next Generation Cat 352 hydraulic excavator with a variable gauge undercarriage offers contractors up to 45% more operating efficiency, up to 10% more fuel efficiency, and up to 15% less maintenance costs compared to the model it replaces, the 352F.

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Meanwhile, the new Cat 333 hydraulic excavator is built for tough applications. The machine has an increased bucket size, up to 10% more bucket force and up to 15% more stick force than the Cat 330 to maximise performance. In addition to its 15% more digging force, the 333 excavator boasts wide track gauge and reinforced structures for increased stability and durability. Extended maintenance intervals combine with a fuel-efficient hydraulic system and two engine power mode options to lower cost-per-hour operation.

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The 333 excavator delivers reliable operation and increased productivity when working in challenging applications. Reinforced linkage, sticks and booms help to provide higher digging forces when excavating tough materials. Further increasing durability, the frame of the machine is reinforced to ensure a long service life while performing at a higher capacity.

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Powered by a 260-hp Cat 7.1 engine, the 333 excavator features two engine operating modes – Power and Smart – to match the machine to jobsite conditions. The Power mode delivers maximum power to meet the most demanding tasks, while the Smart mode automatically matches engine and hydraulic power to digging conditions, offering up to 10% fuel savings.

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Combined with higher digging forces, the 333 excavator’s large bucket capacity efficiently moves more material in fewer passes to improve productivity. This versatile machine has auxiliary hydraulic options to power a wide range of Cat attachments, including buckets, grapples, hydraulic hammers, pulverisers, sheers, vibratory plate compactors and multi-processors.

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Furthermore, the 333 excavator has two levels of fuel filtration that provides enhanced engine protection from diesel contaminants. A double element air intake filter with integrated pre-cleaner features high dust capacity. Lowering fuel consumption, a high-efficiency hydraulic fan cools the engine on demand and offers an optional reverse function to keep the cores clean.

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Featuring a sloped design, the track frame of the 333 excavator prevents mud and debris accumulation to reduce the risk of track damage. Grease sealed between track pins and bushings reduces travel noise and prevents debris infiltration to increase undercarriage life.

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Caterpillar Rayong Thailand Tractors (CRTT) has reached a new significant milestone, marking its 10 years of operations. In March, a ceremony was held to recognise this achievement. Caterpillar said the event was dedicated to the many employees and their families who play a crucial role in the facility’s success.

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Established in 2011, CRTT is a Caterpillar manufacturing hub located in Rayong province, Thailand, building medium track-type tractors for customers around the world. In April 2013, the facility rolled out its first model. Since then, it has produced and supplied over 8,000 machines to customers worldwide.

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“CRTT is continuing Caterpillar’s legacy which has made us proud over the past decade and will continue into the future. The team’s hard work, innovation and perseverance have greatly contributed to the growth of the company,” said Phongphan Luanmuang, general manager of CRTT.

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“Our talent has also greatly impacted the medium tractor facility’s reputation of being a high flexibility, low-cost producer and remain competitive in the market. CRTT will continue to grow and is committed to delivering top-quality products and services to our customers with the help of our amazing teams.”

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Caterpillar added that beyond operations, CRTT is heavily involved with the local communities. Employees volunteer their time to help those in need, promote reforestation, agriculture gardens and English language classes. As a testament to the commitment to corporate social responsibility, they have received AMCHAM (American Chamber of Commerce in Thailand) Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Excellence Recognition Gold Award for eight consecutive years.

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Vermeer’s new RTX1250i2 ride-on tractor boasts intelligent controls and interchangeable attachments to help maximise productivity for utility installation work.

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Based on the prior RTX1250 ride-on tractor design, the new RTX1250i2 features the latest in technology to make it more convenient to operate, be more efficient on the jobsite and reduce the amount of time it takes to swap out i2 attachments.

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“The new RTX1250i2 ride-on tractor is an evolution in productive utility installation equipment,” said Ed Savage, product manager at Vermeer. “It features cutting-edge advances in intelligent controls to help contractors do more with one machine while improving job performance. The intelligent features help the operator maintain optimal efficiency.”

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The controls on the RTX1250i2 deliver several productivity advantages, including Productivity Zone, Auto Plunge, TrenchSense electronic control system and EcoIdle engine control system.

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Productivity Zone intelligent feature identifies the ideal operating range and ground speed for the rear attachment being used to optimise machine production. With a flip of a switch, the Auto Plunge technology monitors engine rpm and reduces the rate of plunge automatically for a trencher or rockwheel attachment so that the rpm does not drop too far.

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The onboard TrenchSense electronic control system helps prevent engine stall when working in challenging ground conditions. It actively monitors engine rpm while trenching and it will automatically pause the tractor’s forward creep if engine rpm drops or the trencher chain stops.

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The EcoIdle engine control system can help reduce fuel consumption by automatically lowering the engine’s speed to an idle if the tractor has not been active for 30 seconds.

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Vermeer has made it more convenient to customise and reconfigure the RTX1250i2 with intelligent i2 attachments that can be switched out in as little as 60 minutes. The self-identifying i2 attachments communicate with the tractor and the machine’s controls are then adjusted according to the operational needs of the attachment.

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Furthermore, the RTX1250i2 comes with an optional remote control for convenient maintenance and trailer loading/unloading. Powered by a 95 kW Deutz diesel engine, the machine offers efficient power for high load installs in difficult ground conditions and provides a quieter ride than similar-sized tractors, said Vermeer.

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www.vermeer.com

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