New version of IBC introduces operator-assist features

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The milestone in forest machine technology, John Deere’s Intelligent Boom Control (IBC), is available for all John Deere WCTL forest machines. The new IBC 3.0 version is again a technology milestone because it enables the rollout of also future smart functions to facilitate the operator’s work and improve productivity.

The latest IBC, version 3.0, introduces operator-assist features that guide operators to the correct work methods, increase productivity, and improve the machine’s resale value.
– Harvester head’s over-rotation prevention protects against hose damage.
– Feeding assistant guides the operator to avoid feeding stems towards the machine or the cabin.
– Sawing assistant guides the operator to avoid sawing towards the cabin.

The feed function significantly slows down when feeding stems towards the machine and stops when encountering a defined safety zone. A pop-up window appearing on the control system display provides guidance in the correct work method. Sawing assistant helps to prevent sawing towards the cabin. The harvester head’s over-rotation prevention protects against hose damage. All features above enable the operator to focus on work planning.

The operator-assist features and the functions that guide operators to the correct work methods not only protect the machine from external damage, they also lower maintenance costs and improve the machine’s resale value. IBC 3.0 is available for the 1270G (H425, H425HD, and H424) and 1470G (H425 and H425HD) harvester models.

John Deere’s advanced IBC
A boom equipped with the IBC is fast, easy to use, and precise. Sensors in the IBC detect the position of the harvester head and the algorithms adjust the boom’s trajectories into one easily controlled motion.

In harvester work, IBC adjusts to the machine’s work cycle. The trajectory and function of the boom automatically adjust as the boom is taken to a tree and to the load in the harvester head. The operator doesn’t have to maneuver the different sections of the boom individually. IBC ensures precise and efficient work methods. The electronic end dampening makes the work smooth and efficient and reduces stress on the entire boom. IBC improves work ergonomics and guides the operator in the correct use of the boom, which is directly reflected in the increased productivity of the machine and in the daily working capacity of the operator.