Improved efficiency with IMC dozer
Integrated GPS technology helps Sy-Con Excavation & Utilities meet specifications and deliver projects faster
As a young sitework contractor in an industry full of seasoned veterans, Sy Kirby, President and Operations Manager of Sy-Con Excavation & Utilities, stresses the importance of using technology such as Komatsu Intelligent Machine Control (IMC) equipment to stay ahead of the competition.
“Our fleet includes Komatsu excavators ranging in size from the PC138 to the PC360,” said Kirby. “We also use a Komatsu WA200 wheel loader and a Komatsu D51EXi IMC dozer, which has revolutionized how we handle dirt operations. These machines are critical for our operations, allowing us to move earth and complete projects on time, efficiently.”
A light commercial project that Kirby and his staff are currently undertaking involves converting duplexes into quadplexes, which is a departure from Sy-Con’s typical large-scale commercial endeavors. According to Kirby, working within the tight parameters of an urban environment has been particularly challenging.
“We’re not out in a 15-acre field,” Kirby emphasized. “We’re dealing with existing infrastructure, including power poles and tenant-occupied residences, which makes the work much more complex. It’s a smaller scale and presents new challenges, but it’s a great learning experience for our team.”
Customer snapshot
- Company: Sy-Con Excavation & Utilities LLC
- Employees: 24
- Established: 2016
- Areas of expertise: Excavation and utility
- Komatsu equipment: PC138 tight tail excavator, PC210 excavator, PC360 excavator, D51EXi-24 IMC dozer, WA200 wheel loader
Importance of IMC
To tackle the project efficiently, Sy-Con relies on its Komatsu equipment, especially its D51EXi-24 IMC dozer. Kirby accentuated the importance of IMC technology in improving productivity and accuracy.
“The IMC technology provides precise control, which is crucial for achieving the stringent specifications required on today’s projects,” commented Kirby. “The IMC technology also allows us to document everything we do, ensuring we’re following the engineer’s designs. Because the sensors are integrated into the machine, the dozer can build an existing surface model for our operator, helping him stay on grade. Most importantly, the IMC technology has built confidence in our work, both for us and our clients.”
Kirby noted that while the investment in IMC equipment requires time and training, it pays off significantly in the long run.
“It’s not just money; it’s about the time you save and the quality of work you can deliver,” said Kirby. “With the right training and support, these machines can transform your operations and drive success.”
*The views and opinions expressed above are based on the end user’s experience. Each end user and worksite are unique, so individual results may vary. When operating heavy equipment, please take appropriate safety precautions and wear PPE.
