New Features in the GD655-7 Deliver Better Ergonomics to Lessen Operator Fatigue and Boost Productivity If asked to describe the ease of use with typical motor graders, most operators would steer clear of calling it a low-effort task. However, today’s updated models provide a host of features designed to significantly reduce operator fatigue and increase productivity. “The GD655-7 provides an all new, ultra-ergonomic working environment, and the new spacious cab allows more room during long working days,” said Komatsu Senior Product Manager Bruce Boebel. “Operators will appreciate the low-effort operation and steering levers, new transmission controls as well as the articulation stop-at-center function that simplifies use.” New performance features include a transmission shift lever with finger-operated forward-neutral-reverse switch that reduces required hand movement. That’s in addition to the already standard Komatsu power-shift transmission that was designed and specific...

Road Machinery & Supplies Co. (RMS) announces that, as a distributor of Komatsu America equipment, it can now support local government and public agencies who source contracts through Sourcewell ( formerly the National Joint Powers Alliance) , one of the largest governmental cooperative agencies in North America, representing more than 50,000 members, including government, education and nonprofit organizations. As a result of Komatsu’s national cooperative contract, RMS can immediately offer local Sourcewell members access to pre-approved pricing, construction equipment and related accessories, attachments and supplies.   “Cooperative contracts through Sourcewell allow government entities to buy high-quality Komatsu equipment at a competitive price,” said Andy Schwandt, Vice President Sales & Marketing, RMS. “With RMS’ commitment to customer uptime, service and parts availability, and Komatsu machines that set the standard for value, reliability and innovation, t...