Caterpillar Upgrades PM600, PM800 Planer Series

    April 2, 2025
    Remote diagnostics and the ability to receive OTA updates have been added.
    Related To:
    Cat PM820 cold planer.
    Cat PM820 cold planer.

    The PM620, PM622, PM820, PM822, and PM825 Caterpillar cold planers have been upgraded with remote diagnostics and software update capabilities.

    The operator’s workstation has adjustable consoles, large, cushioned arm rests, hip rests, and optional anti-fatigue floor mats. The center console displays telescopes to bring the touchscreens for operator accessibility, and the displays fold for storage.

    The updated planers have a ladder and gate design that provides unimpeded ascent/descent from the operator platform, and the updated retractable right-side handrail helps simplify maneuverability around obstacles. To enhance the operator’s sight lines to the front tracks, the new design incorporates flush-mounted front ground control panels.

    The rotor drive system features a heavy-duty dry clutch, automatic belt tensioning system, and two high-tensile belts to drive the rotor. A redesigned anti-slab plow delivers improved operation and reduced wear compared to the previous design. Additionally, design upgrades to the anti-slab-to-conveyor sealing help to contain more material to improve milling efficiency and reduce cleanup.

    The cold planers’ ground displays now feature a mounting system that also enables the ground crew to change mounting locations and store the displays without removing any clamps or electrical connectors. Two rear keypads include controls for leg height, water spray, side plates, moldboard, rear door, and steering, and the flush-mount front keypads offer controls for the conveyor, side plates, anti-slab, high pressure washdown, water spray, inboard ski, and fuel fill pump.

    Caterpillar cold planer technologies

    • Cat Remote Services technology helps improve machine diagnostics and operating efficiency when within cell range coverage.
    • Remote Troubleshoot allows the Cat dealer to perform diagnostic testing on the connected machine, enabling the technician to pinpoint issues while the mill is operating, so they arrive with the correct parts and tools the first time.
    • Remote Flash enables fleets to update onboard software without the need for a technician, so updates can be initiated at a convenient time without interrupting production.
    • The Cat Inspect mobile application tool enables operators and technicians to quickly perform digital preventive maintenance checks, inspections, and daily walkarounds.