SEM, a Caterpillar Brand, has officially launched the all-new SEM915 and SEM917 motor graders for the Philippine region. These machines were designed with a specific focus on customer requirements and road construction needs.
These new motor graders are manufactured in a state-of-the-art facility, Caterpillar (Qingzhou) Limited (CQL) that produces both SEM and Cat equipment. The SEM915 is a 150-HP motor grader while the SEM917 is a 170-HP motor grader.
The introduction of SEM915 and SEM917 strengthens the SEM motor grader portfolio which currently consists of the SEM919, SEM921, and SEM922AWD. Whatever the site requirements are, SEM has a motor grader for every job.
The SEM915 and SEM917 fit right into road construction job sites. Built with world-class technology and best-in-class design, the SEM915 and SEM917 can complete the job faster with less fuel consumption.
Machine Features
Highly reliable and durable: Paired with outstanding powertrain performance, the proprietary SEM tandem axles reduce operating costs with longer maintenance intervals compared to the competition.
Excellent performance and comfort: Best-in-class hydraulic system and specially-designed Caterpillar control valves and levers drastically reduce operator fatigue while maintaining smooth operation, even on prolonged heavy blading applications.
Fuel efficient: Patented modular cooling system, hydraulic fan, and load sensing hydraulics efficiently manage the engine power for superior performance while lowering fuel costs.
To learn more about the all-new SEM915 and SEM917, visit www.castle-power.com/sem915 and www.castle-power.com/sem917.
About Caterpillar
With 2020 sales and revenues of $41.7 billion, Caterpillar, Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Since 1925, Caterpillar has been driving sustainable progress and helping customers build a better world through innovative products and services. Throughout the product life cycle, Caterpillar offers services built on cutting-edge technology and decades of product expertise. These products and services, backed by their global dealer network, provide exceptional value to help our customers succeed. Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through their Financial Products segment. Visit them at caterpillar.com or join the conversation on our social media channels at caterpillar.com/social-media.
About Caterpillar (Qingzhou) Ltd. and SEM Brand
Caterpillar (Qingzhou) Ltd. (CQL), formerly Shandong SEM Machinery Co., Ltd. was founded in 1958. In 2008, Caterpillar (Qingzhou ) Ltd. became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Caterpillar. Today SEM is an important Caterpillar brand supporting the fast-growing demands in China and worldwide. Caterpillar (Qingzhou) Ltd. is located in Qingzhou City, eastern Shandong province, which is easily accessible by major highways.
As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Caterpillar, CQL produces both SEM and Cat products. SEM has its own brand proposition, distribution channels, marketing strategy and product support. The SEM brand of wheel loaders, soil compactors, motor graders and track-type tractors are targeted to meet customers’ needs in and outside of China. SEM products meet or exceed regional industry requirements for quality and reliability.
Caterpillar is dedicated to providing affordable, available and supported SEM products and services to serve the customers all over the world. In China, SEM machines are sold through a network of over 70 SEM dealers, owned and operated by local entrepreneurs. Outside of China, SEM products are sold mainly through Caterpillar dealerships with dedicated SEM channels, covering more than 90 countries. Key export regions for SEM machines include Asia Pacific, Latin America, Eurasia, and Africa and Middle East.
For more information, visit www.semmachinery.com.