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Kato Manufacturing's Snow Sweeper S-580CII: Revolutionizing Airport Snow Removal

Kato Manufacturing Co., Ltd., headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, has announced the completion of the delivery of its cutting-edge airport snow removal vehicle, the Snow Sweeper S-580CII, to both Hakodate Airport and Kushiro Airport. This unique snowplow, which Kato exclusively manufactures in Japan, boasts the largest snow removal width among brush-type snow sweepers, facilitating extensive snow clearing operations in a single pass.

Enhanced Capability and Efficiency

The Snow Sweeper S-580CII is engineered to significantly reduce snow removal time and labor costs through its efficient design. The upgraded engine has improved the torque of the brush rotation, enhancing overall snow removal performance. This innovative vehicle is set to ensure airport runways and taxiways are kept clear and operational, thus supporting safe airline operations.

The role of snow removal vehicles like the S-580CII extends beyond mere clearance; they work in a coordinated effort to tackle snow on airport surfaces. In scenarios of heavy snowfall, a plow vehicle is deployed first to push snow to either side of the runway. Following this, the Snow Sweeper comes into action, utilizing its specialized front brushes to collect residual snow and ice that the plow couldn't manage. It then uses its rear-mounted blower to effectively disperse the snow off the runway edges, ensuring a thorough and efficient snow clearing process. This collaboration between various snow removal vehicles contributes to maintaining airport safety and operational effectiveness.

Kato Manufacturing offers a range of snow sweepers, each designed with different brush widths and blowing capacities tailored to various operational needs. Currently, several of these vehicles are deployed across numerous airports nationwide, especially in regions that experience heavy snowfall, demonstrating their effectiveness and reliability.

Product Specifications

• - Name and Model: S-580CII
• - Snow Removal Width: 6,000 mm (up to 8,000 mm with both left and right brushes)
• - Delivery Date: November 2025
• - Maximum Snow Removal Speed: 40 km/h
• - Total Vehicle Weight: 24,300 kg
• - Engine: Cummins X-15
• - Dimensions: 14,130 mm (Length) / 4,490 mm (Width when traveling) / 6,850 mm (Working Width) / 3,650 mm (Height)
• - Engine Power Output: 410 kW / 1,800 min-1

Company Overview

Kato Manufacturing Co., Ltd. was established in January 1935 and has a rich history that dates back to 1895. The company specializes in the manufacture and sale of construction equipment like cranes and hydraulic shovels. The dedication to quality and innovation is evident in their product line, including the Snow Sweeper S-580CII.

For inquiries related to their products, customers can contact the nearest branch or sales office.

For further press inquiries, please reach out to the Corporate Communications Department:

• - Contact Persons: Nobori and Koura
• - Phone: 03-3458-1144
• - Fax: 03-3458-1151
• - Email: [email protected]
• - Website: Kato Manufacturing

Kato Manufacturing continues to lead the way in innovative airport snow removal solutions, ensuring that airports can operate safely and efficiently even in the harshest winter conditions.