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Mawsons and Pipeline Plant Hire take the first E-series: ADTs ‚Down Under‘ Bell Equipment Africa Africaa Bell Equipment United Kingdom Kelston Sparkes brings tally of Bell B50Es to 10 United Kingdom

EX1200BE-5 hydraulic backhoe at MacDougall Mining’s coal mine Hitachi Construction Machinery Oosterhout | The Netherlands

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EX2500, EH3500 and EH1700 are chosen for the Friendsvilla mine project Hitachi Construction Machinery Oosterhout | The Netherlands Hitachi Construction Machinery New ZX350LC-6 Excavators Working on Multi-Million Dollar Views Oosterhout | The Netherlands

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Bell Equipment | Africa Mawsons and Pipeline Plant Hire take the first E-series: ADTs ‚Down Under‘

Mawsons and Pipeline Plant Hire take the first E-series. (Photos: Bell Equipment)

ince the introduction of the new E-series Articulated Dump Trucks (ADTs), the first SBell B30E units to call the Australian market home were Victoria’s EB Mawson & Sons and Queensland’s Pipeline Plant Hire - both experiencing first-hand the true advantages of the new ADTs in various worksite applications.

Demand for trucks that are safer, more fuel efficient When it comes to greater safety and productivity, the and haul higher payloads continues to drive product E-series has an automatic Inter-axle Differential Lock (IDL) advancement and evolutionary design in Bell Equipment’s giving the vehicle full Automatic Traction Control. E-series trucks. Darren Colville, EB Mawson & Sons’ Lake Boga Quarry Incorporating safety features such as Hill Hold and Manager said: “Safety is our number one priority. The Bell vertical tip angle safety monitoring, the new trucks are truck delivers above and beyond when it comes to safety also equipped with onboard load weighing and keyless features, with everything from reverse camera and mirror start as standard. package to onboard inclinometer and weighing system.

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“The onboard weighing scale is a standout, particularly “From a safety perspective, the Hill Start Assist and as we operate in a hard rock quarry. The three Auto Park Application are a real advantage. Our operators accelerometers and external load lights improve load are impressed with the visibility achieved via the advanced accuracy and prevent overloading. This helps us maximise camera technology and mirror package, alongside cabin productivity and reduce our maintenance costs such as comfort, improved steering and manoeuvrability. tyre and driveline wear. “Our three units have been working in Queensland’s The truck provides rapid engine response and Biloela-Gladstone region as part of the major Santos dependable cold-start performance, faster haul cycles GLNG Project*, hauling material such as topsoil used for and improved fuel efficiency - creating a truck that moves restoration and remediation purposes along the pipeline more material at a lower cost-per-tonne for maximum route.” productivity and profitability. The new Bell models represent an evolution in ADT “At Lake Boga, we prefer to operate articulated trucks technology and functionality building upon the company‘s due to bench width requirements. These trucks allow us to strong heritage as a world-class ADT specialist.. extract more from the quarry. Bell’s new design makes it easy for our operators when manoeuvring in and out of the pit. They enjoy the comfortable cabin and smooth ride.” FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Craig Carson, Pipeline Plant Hire’s General Manager Bell Equipment (Africa) said: “We are constantly looking to introduce innovative technology into our industry. E-Mail: [email protected] www.bellequipment.com

Mawsons and Pipeline Plant Hire take the first E-series. (Photos: Bell Equipment)

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Bell Equipment | United Kingdom Kelston Sparkes brings tally of Bell B50Es to 10

Kelston Sparkes brings tally of Bell B50Es to 10. (Photos: Bell Equipment)

ith its firm focus on supplying customers with the most capable plant machinery, Wrecognised earthmoving contractor Kelston Sparkes Group has announced its recent fleet enhancement of four additional Bell Equipment B50D Articulated Dump Trucks (ADTs), bringing the total number of this model to ten.

Established in Bristol in 1952, Kelston Sparkes has It invested in four Bell B50Ds, which were originally grown to operate one of the largest fleets of ADTs in the tasked with quarry-based load and haul. These machines UK, and has continually strived to increase the capabilities demonstrated their versatility and coped well with the of its fleet, with the addition of larger excavators, crushers, long-haul work, proving themselves to have the capacity screens, bulldozers and rollers. and fuel efficiency Kelston Sparkes’ clients were looking for, as Director, Rob Stark explains: The company now operates a taskforce of over 200 plant and earthmoving vehicles, as part of its ever evolving and “We required articulated dump trucks for their expanding fleet. In 2016, the firm decided to bring a model versatility, but we also needed a much larger load capacity of ADT on board with a greater load volume, to further than the current 40-ton dump trucks we operate, due to the meet the needs of its clients. long-haul distances coupled with the knowledge that our customers are very fuel focused. We found that Bell’s B50D

Issue 03 | 2017 www.advanced-mining.com 9 TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY model could meet both those requirements, delivering a 2:1 “We’ve always been acutely aware of the ramifications heaped capacity of 28 m3, and a rated payload of 45 400 kg; skill shortages within the construction industry create. figures that could provide a real pay-off for the customer. Through a desire to nurture construction industry capabilities for the future, an ethos has evolved within our “We initially invested in four machines, each with a firm where importance is placed on training for younger Mercedes Benz turbocharged and intercooled engine, team members. a feature that really makes a difference in terms of fuel efficiency. The machines have proved to be reliable “Our training school launched over 15 years ago, and and have performed well, both in the quarry and at our since then has successfully worked to attract younger contracting sites.” drivers to the construction industry, giving them the abilities and confidence they need to achieve a successful Rob goes on to explain how his positive experience career in plant machine operations. We’ve helped enable with the B50Ds then led him to invest in an additional two operatives to achieve Construction Plant Competence models towards the end of 2016, and now, a further four Scheme (CPCS) qualifications, and extend their reach by vehicles in 2017. teaching them how to achieve the best performance from a wide range of earthmoving machines.” “The B50Ds have been useful machines, with an ideal specification for customers who need a hard-working ADT By bringing the total of Bell B50Ds within Kelston that offers that extra capacity, without hitting hard on the Sparkes’ fleet to 10, and training operatives to use the fuel consumption. equipment to its best advantage, Rob believes his clients are better equipped with more machines available to meet “Furthermore, the B50Ds are great to drive, with our demand and perform to capacity. operators reporting that they enjoy the user experience; a factor we feel is extremely important.” “Our reputation has been built on a long-standing ability to provide the best and most appropriate range of Rob refers to his company’s commitment to actively equipment to clients, alongside the services of skilled, promote positive working practices and supporting staff highly-capable operatives, now and into the future. with training. “We feel that expanding our fleet with these latest Bell Keen to develop the skill sets and expertise of younger B50Ds furthers the services we can provide our clients and generations of machine operatives, the company launched we’ve every confidence that the new models will succeed its own training school back in 2002, a venture which has in delivering the results they need.” since grown from strength-to-strength.

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Kelston Sparkes brings tally of Bell B50Es to 10. (Photos: Bell Equipment)

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Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV Working for Mining/Quarry: Oosterhout | The Netherlands EX1200BE-5 hydraulic backhoe at MacDougall Mining’s coal mine

EX1200BE-5 hydraulic backhoe at MacDougall Mining’s coal mine. (Photos: Hitachi)

he first Hitachi EX1200BE-5 hydraulic backhoe to be put into service in New Zealand Twas commissioned in April 2003 at MacDougall Mining’s coal mine near Huntly. The EX1200BE-5 has an operating weight of 108 tons, is equipped with a 7.5 m boom,3.4 m arm and a 6.7 m3 bucket. The EX1200BE-5 is used for stripping overburden to expose coal seams allowing extraction of the coal by a EX1100BE-3 and a ZAXIS330. Why Hitachi EX1200BE-5 hydraulic backhoe at MacDougall Mining’s coal mine. (Photos: Hitachi) We consider Hitachi to have superior features and benefits for our application. We have also found CablePrice (NZ) Limited offers excellent after sales service and parts back-up and go out of their way to accommodate our requests for service and machine repairs.

Customer Comments

At the time of evaluating our options against the competitor’s machines we found Hitachi to be at the forefront with technology that provides an upgrade in performance and reliability.

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EX1200BE-5 hydraulic backhoe at MacDougall Mining’s coal mine. (Photos: Hitachi)

From Hitachi Dealer

MacDougall Mining has been a very loyal customer to CablePrice (NZ) Limited for three decades, they are willing to work with us to create a win-win situation. We thank MacDougall Mining for purchasing Hitachi construction equipment and wish them every success for decades to come. Hitachi Construction Machinery

Customer Profile HCM’s main product line is hydraulic excavators, with the Company manufacturing many models, from medium-sized and mini excavators all the way up to 780-ton ultra-large excavators. Company Name: MacDougall Mining Company Limited HCM is a leader in the area of construction machinery, and has Industry: Mining manufacturing facilities in Europe, the U.S. and Asia. Location: Huntly, New Zealand HCM also markets wheel loaders, off-road dump trucks and Hitachi Dealer: CablePrice (NZ) Limited other products made by HCM Group companies or in partnership with major manufacturers.

EX1200BE-5 hydraulic backhoe at MacDougall Mining’s coal mine. (Photos: Hitachi)

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Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV Working for Mining/Quarry: Oosterhout | The Netherlands EX3500/1800 - Over 91% Availability after 88,765 Operating Hours

EX3500/1800 - Over 91% Availability after 88,765 Operating Hours. (Photos: Hitachi)

he PT Kaltim Prima Coal mine site (KPC) is located 120 kilometers north of Samarinda Tin Kalimantan, Indonesia. KPC is one of the lowest cost coal mining operations and one of the largest shovel and truck operations in the world. It produces 18 M tons of coal per-year and moves 136,000,000 BCM of overburden. Availability around 90,000 Operting Hours & Avialibity by Equipment Operating Hours Model Attachment Operating Hour Availability FMC Hour to Date (%) Hitachi currently has 10 EX3500 and four EX1800 large-scale excavators working on EX3500: site. It is the world’s biggest fleet of Hitachi EX3500-1 Loader 88,765 91.40% 96,000 large-scale excavators. The first EX3500 was EX3500-2 Loader 78,438 92.41% 96,000 delivered in December 1990, and up to now, EX3500-2 Backhoe 84,248 91.50% 96,000 a total of 12 EX3500 excavators and 6 EX1800 EX3500-2 Loader 77,757 91.57% 96,000 excavators have been delivered. EX3500-2 Backhoe 76,199 90.37% 96,000 What is outstanding about this operation EX3500-2 Backhoe 74,479 93.49% 96,000 is the availability of these excavators after EX3500-2 Loader 71,286 89.66% 96,000 so many hours on the job. The first EX3500 EX3500-3 Loader 52,319 87.89% 96,000 passed 88,209 operating hours in December, EX3500-3 Loader 54,915 92.81% 96,000 2003. The average availability of the EX3500 EX3500-3 Loader 52,429 93.15% 96,000 is 91.42%, for an average of 71,084 operating hours, and for the EX1800, 92.42% for 89,828 EX1800: operating hours. EX1800-2 Backhoe 89,828 92.17% 96,000 EX1800-2 Backhoe 88,854 94.07% 96,000 EX1800-2 Backhoe 84,975 92.61% 96,000 EX1800-2 Backhoe 81,479 90.83% 96,000

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Model Total Min. Hour Max. Hour Average Average Equipment Hour Availability EX3500 10 52,319 88,765 71,084 91.42% EX1800 4 81,479 89,828 86,284 92.42%

FMC - Full Maintenance Contract Hitachi Construction Machinery

A key factor for this high availability is support from PT. HCM’s main product line is hydraulic excavators, with the Hexindo Adiperkasa, the Hitachi dealer in Indonesia and Company manufacturing many models, from medium-sized and from Hitachi Japan. The site is remote and access from the mini excavators all the way up to 780-ton ultra-large excavators. outside is difficult. To keep all machines in good condition, HCM is a leader in the area of construction machinery, and has KPC chose a full maintenance contract (FMC) with Hexindo manufacturing facilities in Europe, the U.S. and Asia. and Hitachi. Since the first EX3500 was delivered, Hexindo HCM also markets wheel loaders, off-road dump trucks and and Hitachi have been maintaining service facilities on the other products made by HCM Group companies or in partnership site. Now there are 180 staff members working for 24 hours, with major manufacturers. seven days a week. The contract was originally agreed upon for a five year period. Then it was extended repeatedly up to the present since KPC has been very happy with the high reliability and availability of their excavators, which is the key factor for successful and profitable operation of FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: this site. The current contract is now up to 96,000 hours. Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV Souvereinstraat 16 Customer Profile 4903RH Oosterhout, The Netherlands P.O.Box 404, 4900 AK Oosterhout Company Name: PT Kaltim Prima Coal Location: East Kalimantan, Indonesia Tel. +31 (0)162-484400 Fax.+31 (0)162-457453 Industry: Mining www.hcme.com Production: Coal 18 M ton Stripping Ratio: 6:1 to 8:1 Hitachi Dealer: PT. Hexindo Adiperkasa EX3500/1800 - Over 91% Availability after 88,765 Operating Hours. (Photos: Hitachi)

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Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV Working for Mining/Quarry: Oosterhout | The Netherlands EX2500, EH3500 and EH1700 are chosen for the Friendsvilla mine project

EX2500, EH3500 and EH1700 are chosen for the Friendsvilla mine project. (Photos: Hitachi)

he Friendsvilla mine project is a big project by Alcoa Aluminium and Vigo Coal mine. TThe company, Vigo Coal Company, chose Hitachi products, which are an EX2500 giant loading shovel, two EH3500s of 200-ton class dump tracks and three EH1700s of 100-ton class dump trucks. A fleet of Hitachi helps Alcoa fight rising fuel cost at the source.

Buying a mine is one thing, running it is another. That’s Customer background and Job why Alcoa turned to contract mining specialist, Vigo Coal Requirements Company. No doubt its discriminating taste in mining equipment played a prominent role in its getting the nod As the price of oil continues its upward spiral, industry for this demanding job. A large fleet of Hitachi machine giant Alcoa Aluminum is taking aggressive steps to get a validates that fact. grip on energy costs by getting into the energy business. They’re buying coal mines – let’s face it, Alcoa didn’t get Established more than 25 years ago, Vigo Coal Company where it’s at by thinking small. prides itself on providing its customers with responsive, effective mining solutions that are both economically and One of the mines, Friendsville Mine in Mount Carmel, environmentally sound. According to Vice President John Illinois, is close to Alcoa’s Warrick Operation in Newburgh, Harman, the company is very familiar with the Friendsville Indiana. It will provide more than one million tons of coal Mine property. per year to a facility with more than its share of blast furnaces. “We own several mining reserves ourselves and actually purchased the Friendsville reserve in 1998. It offers coal seams unique to Wabash County that had never been commercially mined. After one customer dropped out of a

Issue 03 | 2017 www.advanced-mining.com 15 TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY potential sale, we began a dialogue with Alcoa, with whom we already had a relationship. They had a real interest in our coal as a fuel source for their Warrick plant.”

Harman says Vigo assured Alcoa it had a viable product with a fairly constant 14:1 stripping ratio. That fact, and a solid ten years of coal already permitted and ready for mining, convinced Alcoa.

Why Hitachi John Harman, Vice President, Vigo Coal Company. (Photos: Hitachi) While Vigo maintains a standing fleet of mining equipment to support its other ongoing projects, it worked with Alcoa to purchase an impressive fleet of Hitachi iron Customer‘s comments to get the Friendsville site up to speed quickly. John Harman, Vice President, Vigo Coal Company: “We’ve been a longtime believer in Hitachi’s ability to provide quality equipment,” says Harman. “In fact, we purchased a trio of R170s in 1987 that were the first electric- POWERFUL COMBINATION drive trucks to be placed in a mining application in Indiana. So, when it came time to ramp up for the Friendsville Harman says the combination of the EX2500 and operation, we knew which way we were going.” the Hitachi trucks is powerful. “The EX2500 removes overburden. It’s exceptionally fast and extremely fuel- efficient when compared to the costs of a pair of wheel loaders – especially since diesel costs have doubled the last couple of years. And, when paired with the more efficient electric-drive Euclid/Hitachi trucks, we really see a nice cost-per-ton reduction.” EX2500, EH3500 and EH1700 are chosen for the Friendsvilla mine project. (Photos: Hitachi)

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Harman says he has been approached by manufacturers “We’re not the biggest contract mining company, but of other electric drive trucks, but cites the level of support we feel we’re one of the best. We have an impressive he gets from Rudd, which is Rudd Equipment in Indiana number of reclamation awards from the Department of and is servicing this mine site now, as reason enough to the Interior’s Office of Surface Mining to back up that stay with the orange line. statement. And a lot of this is due to the performance of our Hitachi equipment and the support we get from our “I’m sure those other trucks are also well-built, but, in my Hitachi dealer.” mind, the best truck in the world is nothing without support behind it. We can call on Rudd any time of the day and be confident that we’ll get the response we need. There’s just no substitute for that.” Customer Profile

Company name: Vigo Coal Company Industry: Mining LONG-TERM COMMITMENT Location: Friendsville Mine in Mount Carmel, Illinois, U.S.A. The coal reserve on which the Friendsville Mine sits holds more than 35 million tons (31.75 million metric tons) of coal. Given those numbers, Harman is confidant Vigo Hitachi Construction Machinery will be in Mt. Carmel for at least another decade. HCM’s main product line is hydraulic excavators, with the “This has been a good relationship with positive Company manufacturing many models, from medium-sized and incentives for everyone involved. Alcoa has stabilized mini excavators all the way up to 780-ton ultra-large excavators. its fuel costs and is meeting roughly half of all its annual HCM is a leader in the area of construction machinery, and has coal demands from the Friendsville Mine alone. We, on manufacturing facilities in Europe, the U.S. and Asia. the other hand, benefit from a very nice contract and, in HCM also markets wheel loaders, off-road dump trucks and addition to our contracted fees, are awarded incentives other products made by HCM Group companies or in partnership for meeting production goals and cost caps, as well as a with major manufacturers. specific percentage of profits from the sale of ‘over-quota’ production volumes.” FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT:

Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV Tel. +31 (0)162-484400 EX2500, EH3500 and EH1700 are chosen for the Fax.+31 (0)162-457453 Friendsvilla mine project. (Photos: Hitachi) www.hcme.com

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Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV Working in Kona/Hawaii: Oosterhout | The Netherlands New ZX350LC-6 Excavators Working on Multi-Million Dollar Views

Three new ZX350LC-6 excavators are digging the way for multi- million dollar views on the Big Island of Hawaii. (Photos: Hitachi)

hree new ZX350LC-6 excavators are digging the way for multi-million dollar views on Tthe Big Island of Hawaii. These excavators joined the fleet of Goodfellow Bros., Inc., (GBI) a family-owned general contracting business with more than 95 years of experience in Hawaii, Washington, Oregon and California. The ZX350LC-6 excavators, along with other Hitachi “The beauty about the Hitachi excavators is they’re machines, are working on a new subdivision in the super versatile,” Landers said. “We’ve got them hoe- Manini’owali section of the exclusive Kuki’o Golf & Beach ramming, ripping rock out of the ground, digging trenches, Club in Kona. loading trucks and backfilling trenches.”

For the subdivision, GBI is building 20 housing pads Greg Bennett, a GBI operator with 10 years of experience, ranging in size from 0.6 to 1.2 acres on 4- to 5-acre lots that enjoys running the ZX350LC-6 and other Hitachi equipment. will be worth approximately $2 million each. The lots will “Hitachis are the quickest and have the best power- eventually hold homes estimated around $15 million with to-speed ratio,” Bennett said. “The controls are sharper unbelievable ocean views. and more accurate than other kinds of machines. Overall, Hitachi always gets the job done.” Before those views can be enjoyed, the Hitachi excavators are tackling approximately 100,000 cubic yards Along with relying on its Hitachi fleet, GBI also depends of rock excavation along with 3,500 linear feet of roadway, on its local dealer to help keep jobs moving forward. potable water, irrigation, gravity sewer and underground electrical. “Out here we’re in rock on a Pacific Island, and we’re dealing with some pretty harsh conditions,” Landers said. Because of the lava rock terrain and a no-blasting “And the one thing we can always count on is for American restriction, the machines must rip and hammer before Machinery to be there for us. They’re always there to help digging. Sean Landers, GBI project manager, said the us keep moving.” Hitachi excavators are a good match for the demanding work.

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Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo Construction Equipment Great Britain First Volvo for Burnside Plant & Piling Contractors

First Volvo for Burnside Plant & Piling Contractors (Photos: VolvoCE)

ollowing his first impressions at Volvo’s ‘Live It Dig It’ event at Alloa, Scotland, this FMarch and a successful demonstration, Ian Orr, Proprietor of Burnside Plant & Piling Contractors, he has opted for his first Volvo excavator in the guise of the twenty-two tonne EC220E.

Purchasing his first general purpose excavator from we are currently working on, we made up our minds and Volvo is a new departure for Ian Orr, having traditionally decided to order one – we couldn’t be more pleased with been associated with alternative brands, but the high level the result,” he says. of operator comfort, smoothness of control and overall stability and performance of the EC220E persuaded him to Burnside-Ian Orr-600x800-webPictured: Ian Orr (left) ‘bite the bullet’ and purchase one! “Visiting Volvo’s ‘Live takes delivery of his new EC220E from Volvo‘s Area It. Dig It’ event gave me and my operators a really good Business Manager, Gerry Logue. chance to look at the Volvo excavator range close up, and it was the EC220E that really impressed us,” explains Ian. Powered by a six-cylinder Volvo engine developing 174 “The machine was so responsive and smooth to operate nett hp, the EC220E offers the latest in engine technology and when we started to discuss a deal, I was pleasantly and operating sophistication. Operator comfort is another surprised with the competitive package on offer, together major plus point, with the Volvo Care cab providing plenty with the prospect of a high residual value four years down of leg room and foot space. Excellent all round visibility is the line. Following a further evaluation on one of the sites enhanced by pressurized and filtered cab air supplied by a

Issue 03 | 2017 www.advanced-mining.com 19 TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY fourteen-vent, climate control system. An adjustable, easy- to-read LCD colour monitor provides real-time information of the machine functions.

The EC220E will be deployed on a variety of applications including general groundworks, but will also be paired up with a Movax sheet piling rig which will pick up on the Geith quick-attachment bracket supplied with the machine. “We specialise in permanent and temporary retaining walls, especially sheet-pile retaining walls, cofferdams and king- post retaining walls, with about 90% of our work being contracted in to Advance Construction who are one of the largest house-building companies here in Scotland,” says Ian. “The new EC220E will become the optimum tool in our arsenal for general excavation as well as sheet-piling duties.”

Burnside Plant & Piling Contractors was established in 2011 and is based just outside Cambuslang in Glasgow.

SMT GB markets Volvo Construction Equipment products which include wheeled loaders, articulated haulers, hydraulic excavators, Volvo utility equipment and Volvo road equipment products in Great Britain. There are eight strategically placed customer support centres, a dedicated National Used Equipment Centre and a network of utility equipment dealers to ensure high quality customer support is maintained throughout the country. Ian Orr (left) takes delivery of his new EC220E from Volvo‘s Area Business Manager, Gerry Logue. (Photos: VolvoCE)

First Volvo for Burnside Plant & Piling Contractors (Photos: VolvoCE)

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Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo Construction Equipment Great Britain LPM Plant Hire Sales Ltd steps up a gear with larger Volvo excavators

LPM Plant Hire & Sales Ltd of Boughton, Nottinghamshire, has opted for seven new Volvo excavators for the first time for its extensive hire fleet (Photos: VolvoCE)

PM Plant Hire & Sales Ltd of Boughton, Nottinghamshire, has opted for seven new LVolvo excavators for the first time for its extensive hire fleet. The package of machines includes five reduced- got us into hiring the equipment too in 2012,” comments swing ECR145E crawler excavators – one complete company director, Nick Langford. “Since then, we’ve with optional dozer blade and two larger twenty-two expanded our product offering substantially to include a tonne EC220E excavators. Whilst no strangers to owning full range of micro and mini excavators, larger excavators and operating Volvo compact excavators thanks to an up to 25 tonnes, a full range of dumpers up to 10 tonnes, excellent relationship with SMT GB’s utility dealer Rickmar skid steer loaders, rollers and tele-handlers ranging from 4 Plant Sales Ltd, this is the very first time LPM has taken to 14 metres in reach,” he says. the decision to purchase larger, general-purpose Volvo excavators for its plant fleet. “We’ve been particularly Having a quick inventory tally, the total LPM fleet consists impressed with the build quality, performance and stability of some 100 site dumpers, 85 micro and mini excavators, of the initial ECR145E we’ve just taken delivery of and it’s 25 telehandlers and 40 larger general purpose excavators, certainly lived up to our expectations,” says LPM director, which are now joined by this latest batch of seven Volvo Colin Clark. “Already we’re getting good customer excavators. The entire fleet is available for anything from a feedback endorsing the brand and reputation of the Volvo one-day hire to a five-year hire contract and offered on a product and we are expecting much of the same with the self-drive hire basis. The company has recently enhanced remaining 145s and EC220s,” he adds. its hire portfolio with the addition of welfare units. “Our aim is to run the new machines in our hire fleet for roughly LPM Plant Hire & Sales Ltd has taken just nine years three years,” explains Colin Clark. “We would then pass from starting out as a ‘one-man band’ dealing in lawn them to our sales division for disposal and again, another mowers to become one of Nottinghamshire’s largest sound reason for opting for the Volvo equipment is their independent plant hire companies. “Since it was founded, solid reputation for strong residual values.” we got into buying and selling smaller equipment such as compact excavators and rollers which then very soon

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LPM Plant Hire & Sales Ltd has its headquarters located Volvo Group at Boughton, near Ollerton, in Nottinghamshire and covers Lincolnshire, Notts and South Yorkshire in the main, but The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers will follow its core customers’ requirements nationwide of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides complete when the need arises. The company has a busy hire team solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, with its of six, back-office staff, workshop and mobile engineers to headquarters in Gothenburg, employs about 100,000 people, support this growing concern. has production facilities in 18 countries and sells its products in more than 190 markets. In 2015 the Volvo Group’s net sales Rickmar Plant Sales Ltd based at Saxilby near Lincoln, amounted to about SEK 313 billion. The Volvo Group is a is SMT GB’s utility dealer covering Lincolnshire, South publicly-held company. Volvo shares are listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Humberside, South Yorkshire and Nottinghamshire. This is Volvo CE: We are a leading international SMT GB markets Volvo Construction Equipment manufacturer of premium construction equipment, and with over 14,000 employees we are one of the largest companies products which include wheeled loaders, articulated in the industry. Our wide range of products and services haulers, hydraulic excavators, Volvo utility equipment are offered in more than 140 countries through our global and Volvo road equipment products in Great Britain. There distribution network. are eight strategically placed customer support centres, a What we believe in: We’re a company driven by people. dedicated National Used Equipment Centre and a network Together we do our best to build the world we want to live of utility equipment dealers to ensure high quality in. Read about our approach to sustainability in projects like customer support is maintained throughout the country. Construction Climate Challenge, and how we constantly work with innovation to develop new ideas, electric hybrids, autonomous vehicles and concept models for the future. Innovation is at the core of Volvo Construction Equipment. It‘s our company mindset and our way of working. With over 180 years of construction and innovation expertise, we are at the forefront of technological development. Innovation infiltrates every aspect of our product development process – from early conceptual exploration through to production. As well as optimizing conventional technology, we are developing radical, game-changing solutions. Our advanced engineering team looks as many as 30 years into the future and LPM Plant Hire & Sales Ltd of Boughton, Nottinghamshire, has opted for seven new Volvo excavators for the first time for its provides our organization with roadmaps of the technologies extensive hire fleet (Photos: VolvoCE) that are in their infancy today but which could make a big difference in the future.

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Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo Construction Equipment Great Britain Another Volvo loader for Skene Group

Skene Group Construction Services Ltd of Glenrothes, Fife, has added a second Volvo L220H loading shovel to work at its Soutra Mains Quarry facility which joins the very first L220H sold in Great Britain three years ago. (Photos: VolvoCE)

kene Group Construction Services Ltd of Glenrothes, Fife, has added a second Volvo SL220H loading shovel to work at its Soutra Mains Quarry facility which joins the very first L220H sold in Great Britain three years ago. Joining its three year-old brother, the new recruit to cope with ever increasing demands on our production has been similarly specified to carry out duties in the output since we introduced block-making and ready-mix rehandling and stocking out area at Skene Group’s Soutra production facilities in April 2015.” Mains quarry. As with all of the Skene Group’s mobile fleet, the machine proudly displays its striking Skene Group logo Skene-600x400-web As with Skene Group’s existing and has been equipped with XMineD2 tyres and a 5.6m³ fleet of Volvo branded equipment, these newest arrivals rehandling bucket, auto-lube and boom suspension. The have been supplied with Volvo’s Blue service agreements 32-tonne shovel is powered by a 13-litre stage-IV final which are based on a fixed rate per scheduled service and engine developing 373hp in a relatively low rpm range of a fixed rate for mileage, including oil sampling and regular between 1,300 and 1,400 rpm. The original machine has inspections to be reviewed on an annual basis. “The lived up to the expectations of Joint Managing Director, decision to outsource the regular servicing, inspections Darren Forrester, with regards to productivity, machine and oil sampling back to the original manufacture makes uptime and fuel economy and savings: perfect sense in our opinion,” says Darren. “Having Volvo looking after the equipment with their own trained “The first L220H machine here at Soutra Mains engineers using genuine parts with the proper disposal of replaced a smaller L180F to increase production and we all used oils and materials gives us both peace of mind, and considered the specification closely in order to achieve a tight control on each machine’s life time cost.” just a two-bucket pass loading out eight-wheeled lorries,” says Darren. “We’ve now added a second L220H on the strength of the reliability and productivity of the three year- old machine and in total we now run four loading shovels

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The Skene Group has enjoyed steady growth since it was founded in 1968 by Donald Skene. It became a Volvo Construction Equipment limited company in the late 1970s with the launch of its Volvo Construction Equipment markets wheeled loaders, civil engineering, road building operations and demolition articulated haulers, hydraulic excavators, Volvo utility activities, then diversified into minerals in the 1980s, equipment and Volvo road equipment products in Great quarrying sand, gravel and hard rock deposits. The 1990s Britain. There are eight strategically placed customer support centres and a network of utility equipment dealers to ensure saw further expansion, this time into pre-cast and ready- high quality customer support is maintained throughout the mixed concrete products. Managing Director, Neil Skene, country. joined the business in 1984 and now oversees all its divisions providing sand and gravel quarrying, hard rock quarrying, concrete products and construction services along with Joint Managing Director, Darren Forrester. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT:

Volvo Construction Equipment Amy Metcalfe Marketing Manager 01223 836636

Skene Group Construction Services Ltd of Glenrothes, Fife, has added a second Volvo L220H loading shovel to work at its Soutra Mains Quarry facility which joins the very first L220H sold in Great Britain three years ago.(Photos: VolvoCE)

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Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo Construction Equipment Great Britain The legacy that shaped Volvo‘s world-class excavators

The legacy that shaped Volvo‘s world-class excavators. (Photos: VolvoCE)

olvo has leveraged 180 years of technical know-how and over 75 years of excavator Vexperience to develop some of the world’s finest excavators – a story that continues to unfold as new challenges of urbanization emerge. With a history that can be traced all the way back to 1832, onto the global stage. Today, Volvo CE has R&D facilities for Volvo CE is one of the true pioneers of the construction excavators around the world and excavator manufacturing equipment industry. The company is famed for its plants in eight locations – and demand keeps on growing. innovations in wheel loaders and articulated haulers, but Volvo is among the top brands for excavators globally also boasts more than 75 years of excavator experience. and over the last five years, Volvo CE has achieved the

In 1939, Swedish company Åkerman launched its first 8-ton rope shovel. The machine was such a success that by 1956, Åkerman specialized entirely in excavators and by 1985, had sold more than 10,000 units globally. Volvo CE acquired Åkerman in 1991 and with it a whole wealth of knowledge and expertise.

With the acquisition of Samsung Heavy Industries’ construction equipment division in 1998, including established excavator manufacturing operations in Korea, Volvo branded excavators leapt

Åkerman excavator (Photos: VolvoCE)

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Volvo EWR150E excavator (Photos: VolvoCE)

CE is busy planning for the future with new technologies to make construction quieter, safer, more efficient and more environmentally friendly; always working towards its goal of zero unplanned stops, zero emissions and zero accidents.

Excavators of the future

Earlier this year, Volvo CE unveiled the EX2 fully electric strongest market share growth for crawler and wheeled prototype compact excavator. The EX2 delivers the same excavators in the competitive European market. power and force as its conventional counterpart with enough battery power to operate for eight hours in tough The Volvo excavator range has likewise grown in size ground conditions – but with zero emissions, 10 times over the years, encompassing machines from 1.5 to 90 tons higher efficiency, and 10 times less noise. (compact, crawler and wheeled excavators, high-reach demolition machines and pipelayers). „The EX2 is purely a research project at the moment but it showcases how our vision of high performance and „Excavators account for a large proportion of the overall environmental care could be realized. And as we leverage construction equipment market – and the excavator the knowledge and experience of the Volvo Group within market is growing,“ says Carl Slotte, president of Volvo CE the area of electromobility, we know that electric machines Sales Region EMEA. „This makes excavators an important are part of our future sooner or later,“ Slotte says. strategic product for Volvo CE.“ „Whether designing the excavators of today or tomorrow, we cooperate with and involve our customers to meet the challenges they face – of fuel efficiency, emissions, noise, Digging in the city safety, versatility, manoeuvrability and controllability – to produce the very best machines we can. Our mission is to One reason Volvo CE sees behind the growth is increasing build the world we want to live in,“ he concludes. urbanization. „Wheeled excavators are an attractive machine for contractors working in city environments; they are easy to transport, easy to maneuver for precise digging, and do not risk damaging paved surfaces,“ Slotte FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: says. Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo CE has also noted a growing trend for short- Anne Bast Hannah Kitchener swing radius machines. „Short-swing radius machines Tel: + 46 16 5415906 Tel: +44 207 923 5863 are ideal for maneuvering in city conditions where space [email protected] [email protected] may be limited. When working on a road, for example, their compactness means less disruption to other lanes and the flow of traffic. A case in point: our EWR150E was one of our best-selling models in the Nordic countries last year. As urbanization continues, we expect wheeled and short- swing radius excavators to become even more popular.“

Urban areas are currently developing worldwide at a rapid rate. By 2050, around 66% of the world’s population is expected to live in urban areas, according to UN projections. Over 60% of the land projected to become urban by 2030 is yet to be built. With this in mind, Volvo

Volvo EX2 100% electric compact excavator prototype (Photos: VolvoCE)

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Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo Construction Equipment Great Britain New Venture - New Volvo

A new Volvo EC380E crawler excavator for a new venture (Photos: VolvoCE) utton Stone Co Ltd based close to Berwick upon Tweed in the Scottish Borders has Hpurchased a new Volvo EC380E crawler excavator for a new venture that has started up in a sandstone quarry in Northumberland. The new thirty-eight tonne EC380E will become the net horsepower offering the latest in engine technology prime mover at the company’s recently acquired Darney and operating sophistication. The Volvo Care Cab offers a Quarry, located just off the A68 near the village of East large roomy interior with plenty of leg room and foot space. Woodburn in Northumberland, and was chosen following The excellent all-round visibility is enhanced by pressurized an extensive review of the marketplace. “We looked at all and filtered cab air supplied by a 14-vent, climate control the likely candidates and having taken on board third party system. An adjustable, easy-to-read LCD colour monitor references coupled with our own opinions about the build provides real-time information of the machine functions, quality and robustness of the Volvo excavator, and settled important diagnostic information and a wide variety on the EC380E,” comments Managing Director, Marcus of work tool settings, besides providing visibility to the Paine. “After all, you always get what you pay for and operator from the rear and side view cameras. besides being offered a competitive package, the prospect of strong residual values up to five years from now really The machine will be in charge of the delicate job of helped us make our minds up choosing the Volvo,” he says. removing and rehandling stone blocks weighing up to twelve to fourteen tonnes in weight following selective The new machine has been put in charge of extracting drilling and splitting in the quarry. It will also assist in sandstone blocks from Hutton Stone’s Darney Quarry and disposing of waste material to the tip area which will in order for it to carry out its duties, the machine has been ultimately be used in land restoration. equipped with a hydraulic attachment bracket, a bespoke 1,200mm wide, long floored bucket and a ripper tooth Hutton-Stone-600x900-web “We need to be flexible in designed and manufactured by Leybourne Engineering. what we are extracting according to customer demands,” The machine has also benefited from the addition of an explains Quarry Manager, Martin Brachtvogel. “This type optional FOGS guard for the operators cab. The EC380E is of quarrying is all about finding tangible products from as powered by a Stage-IV compliant engine developing 306 many elements of the geology as possible, and to that end,

Issue 03 | 2017 www.advanced-mining.com 27 TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY we’ll be producing material from dry-stone walling through Volvo Group stock-sized coursed walling for new housing, paving and rockery stone, together of course, with all elements of The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers dimension stone masonry that is required in the new build of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and and restoration sector, including block-and-slab for other industrial engines. The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, with its manufacturers around the country. This can either be sold headquarters in Gothenburg, employs about 100,000 people, to customers directly or processed here in our cutting has production facilities in 18 countries and sells its products shop and then sent to our main workshops in the Borders in more than 190 markets. In 2015 the Volvo Group’s net sales for further processing by the company’s in-house team of amounted to about SEK 313 billion. The Volvo Group is a sawyers, stone masons and carvers.” publicly-held company. Volvo shares are listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. “A good majority of what we produce is in the supply of This is Volvo CE: We are a leading international high-quality sandstone for prestigious building restoration manufacturer of premium construction equipment, and with over 14,000 employees we are one of the largest companies and renovation projects in major conurbations such as in the industry. Our wide range of products and services Edinburgh and Glasgow but this stone has relevance are offered in more than 140 countries through our global throughout the north of England and all of Scotland, and distribution network. has supplied projects as far down as London and across What we believe in: We’re a company driven by people. Ireland - of course we will be keen to continue and Together we do our best to build the world we want to live progress that going forward.” in. Read about our approach to sustainability in projects like Construction Climate Challenge, and how we constantly Dealing initially in reclaimed stone, the company has work with innovation to develop new ideas, electric hybrids, autonomous vehicles and concept models for the future. grown steadily throughout the 1990’s by re-opening historically important quarries in the Borders area and Northumberland such as Swinton, Hazeldean and most recently Darney Quarry with substantial investments in modern quarrying and processing machinery. Hutton Stone Co Ltd currently employs 35 staff and has an annual turnover of around £2m.

Volvo Construction Equipment markets wheeled loaders, articulated haulers, hydraulic excavators, Volvo utility equipment and Volvo road equipment products in Great Britain. There are eight strategically placed customer support centres and a network of utility equipment dealers to ensure high quality customer support is maintained throughout the country.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT:

Volvo Construction Equipment Amy Metcalfe Marketing Manager 01223 836636

Hutton Stone Co Ltd based close to Berwick upon Tweed in the Scottish Borders has purchased a new Volvo EC380E crawler excavator for a new venture that has started up in a sandstone quarry in Northumberland (Photos: VolvoCE)

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Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo Construction Equipment Great Britain Taking Articulated Dump Truck Safety Levels to Zero Defect

Taking Articulated Dump Truck Safety Levels to Zero Defect (Photos: VolvoCE) eading contractor Chepstow Plant International, like many contractors, takes health Land safety very seriously. They have increased their focus on ADT safety and operator training to ensure that their quarry operatives are maintaining the best possible levels of safe working practice on site. Their Volvo Excavator Simulator training service is now also being offered to other contractors and quarry businesses. John Corcoran, managing director of Chepstow the latest equipment and capable of working in a safe, explains, “The ADT has become the vehicle of choice productive manner on site. The majority of the company’s given its scope and capabilities - they’ve been used in a work is in quarrying, so Chepstow routinely qualifies its variety of applications over the years with a design that operators to Mineral Products Qualifications Council ensures the safety of the operator should anything go (MPQC) Plant Operator Competency Scheme levels. awry. But with increased ADT use, a new set of challenges to quarrying has arisen. We’ve analysed some of these by In line with Chepstow’s initiative, excavator operators working alongside our quarry customers to find solutions, have to prepare level-loading areas, dozer operators such as reviewing operating procedures to provide must keep level tips and stockpiles, and methodology optimum terrain conditions for ADTs to work on, having and geotechnical assessments now have to be detailed trucks equipped with extra safety technology, supported to support the developments with new ADT stability by state-of-the-art operator training for ADT drivers.” programme. The company also keeps an ADT Risk Register and changed its operating procedures. Every site where Among an extensive fleet of plant, in which the majority ADTs are going to be used is visited by Safety and Quality of excavating machines weigh in at 30-80 tonnes, Chepstow Manager, Steve Smith who says, “We thoroughly assess also operates a large number of articulated dump trucks. weather conditions, unstable or uneven ground levels, The company added 73 Volvo ADTs to their fleet in the past the plant being operated, pre-start daily inspections, year alone. tyres, haul roads, inclines and downhill haul sections, plus loading and tipping areas, and reinspect again a few days Having that many machines requires large numbers of after work has started. For us, safety always comes before highly skilled operators - all whom must be familiar with production.”

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Leading contrac- The simulators provide a dual function - a unit has fold- tor Chepstow Plant down armrests that have Volvo wheeled loader controls International (Photos: VolvoCE) in place, so it can be used for both loading shovels and articulated dumpers. It uses actual operating site data to deliver an incredibly realistic driving experience with the entire unit tilting up to 23 degrees forwards or backwards, and up to 15 degrees to either side, meaning a seatbelt is necessary to remain in the seat.

Training exercises become increasingly difficult and In addition, one of Chepstow’s client partners, Tarmac, longer in duration, teaching operators how to use engine recently worked alongside them to develop an inclinometer and transmission braking and training them in vehicle that allows for an even greater safety margin during ADT manoeuvres, loading, hauling and production scenarios. operations, providing improved preventative controls to The simulator even records how much fuel is being used, stop the rear chassis of an ADT from turning over in the to allow drivers to see that their right foot has a direct kind of extreme terrain conditions that quarrying, by its effect on the running cost of the machine. very nature, is susceptible to. Chepstow has been testing the ADT simulators at Steve says, “It compensates for any ‘overly enthusiastic’ Tarmac’s Mountsorrel Quarry in Leicestershire. The first handling that quarrying operatives may engage in. We all trainee to prove the effectiveness of the machine was know that in severe conditions, the rear chassis of an ADT Jason Rust, an experienced construction site operative can roll over leaving the cab safely upright, safeguarding but a machine novice. Having undergone training on the the operator, but we would much rather there was never simulator, Jason has now passed his MPQC assessment a situation where it risks being done at all! Now, if the and graduated to operating a Volvo ADT at the quarry. body of a truck tilts more than 9 degrees either left or right, Jason says, “When I first got in, it was all new, but after the system will automatically alert the operator and stop just a few days I felt that I’d got my head around it, and it the tipping hydraulics. Likewise, if the body is down, the was a lot less worrying than getting straight into a truck.” operator will be warned if the rear section of the chassis exceeds 12 degrees of roll angle during travel.” The simulators make life easier for trainee, and for trainer. There is a buddy seat in an ADT, unlike an excavator where Of course, both of these angles are well within the instructor has to stand clear of the machine while in Volvo’s own stability parameters but Steve says, “We’ve radio contact with the trainee. National Training Manager, actually gone for around one third of the angle that Martin Stephens adds, “The beauty of a simulator is that Volvo recommends, to give us an even smaller window, if anything does go wrong, it’s simply a case of pressing which should eliminate quarry trucks getting anywhere restart, which cannot be done in a live site situation. It only near those parameters. The training and familiarisation takes around 5 – 7 days to get to a point where significant programmes we have rolled out focus us primarily on the risk can be managed.” This is risk free training for both behavioural approach for operation and supervision of accredited and novice personnel ADT operations in line with the technical improvements . we have developed.” John Corcoran sums up, “There are clear safety and cost benefits to having this state-of-the-art technology and it’s an investment that Chepstow feels is worth making to ensure risk-free, specialised training. This high State-of-the-Art Simulator Training level of expertise will not be limited to Chepstow’s own operators either as the company is able to offer a complete The company has also been operating a complex Oryx operator training service to other contractors and quarry Volvo Excavator Simulator for the past two years, training businesses. Our aim is to inspire a change in mindset to the excavator operators before allowing them in the cab of way ADT stability is viewed and managed.” actual machines, and has over the last 8 months purchased a second simulator for training for ADT and wheeled loader Since the refreshed focus in 2015 on ADT stability and development. This is with a view to developing top calibre the support provided by CPI clients partners there has operators, not only to perform with optimum competency, been an unimaginable improvement in both stability control but to have an understanding of the true purpose and along with mindsets and behaviour with all staff involved in capability of the ADT through the increased awareness our operations. and specific training.

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Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo Construction Equipment Great Britain Prestigious package for Hall Construction

Prestigious package for Hall Construction (Photos: VolvoCE)

package of eleven Volvo articulated haulers and a seventy-five tonne EC750E mass Aexcavator have re-established a long standing relationship between Hall Construction Services Ltd of Rushyford, Co Durham and Volvo Construction Equipment. So far, the EC750E along with six A40G articulated Hall-Construction-5xA40G-EC750E-600x300-webThe haulers, have gone to work on a five year overburden latest G-series haulers from Volvo meet the requirements removal project to expose seams of high purity gypsum of Stage IV final emissions legislation being powered in an open cast mine on the outskirts of Newark in by electronically controlled, six-cylinder turbo charged Nottinghamshire, where up to 2.8Mm³ of material is Volvo V-ACT diesel engines. These feature high torque at expected to be excavated each year. A further five, slightly low engine speeds, resulting in good fuel efficiency, high larger capacity Volvo A45Gs are on order to supplement performance, quicker engine response and less wear, in the fleet on site which currently totals some twenty-eight other words, long service life. Purpose built by Volvo, the items of mobile plant. engine is designed to exactly match the Volvo drive train, ensuring the best use of power and torque, even in tough “We’ve had many years of experience operating Volvo working conditions. products in applications ranging from bulk muck shifting to coal extraction particularly in the north east of England Delivering exceptional fuel efficiency, it is matched to a and Scotland,” comments Managing Director, Stephen torque converter with built-in lock-up function and fitted Hall. “They have a sound pedigree in terms of reliability with a fully automatic fast adaptive transmission. The and performance, with good residuals. Equally, Volvo has a rest of the Volvo designed and built powertrain has been strong support network throughout the country and this is reinforced to cope with the higher torque output of the important to us as we look to undertake nationwide projects engine. such as this one in Newark. These factors together with a competitive package on offer were the deciding factors on opting for the latest Volvo products,” Stephen says.

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With carrying capacities of 39 and 41 tonnes respectively, depth of 7.21metres. The machine’s practical load over the A40G and A45G haulers can attain a maximum speed height is an impressive 7m and bucket breakout force of 53kph for fast and productive cycle times. To maximise 383kN in power max mode. the volume capability of the trucks due to the friable nature of the overburden material on the Newark site, Hall Hall Construction Services Limited was established in Construction has added 300mm side extensions to the truck 1986 by brothers Stephen and Neville Hall who continue bodies, increasing the cubic metre capacity to handle five to have an active role in the management of the business. passes from a 5.7m³ bucket. The haulers are also fitted The company, whilst working on projects throughout the with CareTrack as standard which is Volvo’s telematics United Kingdom, has maintained its roots by continuing system that enables remote monitoring of a wide range of to have its head office based in County Durham, North machine functions (eg. location, fuel consumption, service East England. The family run business has over 30 years reminders, etc) thereby optimizing customer operations. of experience in undertaking a wide range of construction and civil engineering projects from earthwork and sea- The new EC750E is a 75-tonne class crawler excavator defence schemes to complex multi-million pound design that offers the perfect combination of power and stability and build projects. Halls are ideally placed to bring a to handle a higher capacity in any application. Building on wealth of expertise, professionalism and value-engineered the successful legacy of the EC700 which was originally solutions, combining tangible cost-savings, high quality launched in 2005, the EC750E features advanced fuel project completion and a widely experienced workforce. efficiency technology, ensuring an extremely responsive operation for maximum productivity and profitability. Volvo Construction Equipment markets wheeled loaders, Powered by a Volvo 16-litre Stage IV diesel engine articulated haulers, hydraulic excavators, Volvo utility developing 508 nett hp, the EC750E offers innovative equipment and Volvo road equipment products in Great electro-hydraulic technology, delivering greater operator Britain. There are eight strategically placed customer control and productivity. support centres and a network of utility equipment dealers to ensure high quality customer support is maintained Equipped in mass excavation configuration, the EC750E throughout the country. delivered to Hall Construction sports a 5.7m³ bucket fitted to the end of a 6.6m boom and a 2.9m dipper arm giving generous digging dimensions. For example, the machine’s forward reach measures 11.46m with a maximum digging A package of eleven Volvo articulated haulers and a seventy-five tonne EC750E mass excavator have re-established a long standing relationship between Hall Construction Services Ltd of Rushyford, Co Durham and Volvo Construction Equipment. (Photos: VolvoCE)

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Caterpillar Inc. | Australia Caterpillar Inc.: Caterpillar and Fortescue Moving Forward with Expansion of Autonomous Truck Fleet in Australia

Caterpillar and Fortescue Moving Forward with Expansion of Autonomous Truck Fleet in Australia (Photos: Caterpillar)

aterpillar and Fortescue Metals Group have reached agreement for the expansion Cof Cat® Command for Hauling at Fortescue’s iron ore mines in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. This will include retrofitting approximately 100 Cat 793F and 789D and

The Command for Hauling system is built on a foundation Technology Division. “Working with all the partners, of the other Cat MineStar™ System capability sets, Fleet, we look forward to growing the entire MineStar suite of Terrain, Detect and Health, which will be utilized across technology products throughout Fortescue’s operations the mobile equipment fleet, including support equipment and working with them to drive process efficiency, increase and light vehicles. Caterpillar is working closely with productivity, lower cost per tonne and enhance safety.” Fortescue, Thiess Contractors, and the Cat dealer in Western Australia, WesTrac, to provide a solution for Nev Power, chief executive officer of Fortescue said, managing, operating and supporting Cat MineStar System “Fortescue values the strategic relationship developed and Command for Hauling. with Cat since 2012, as autonomous haulage technology has been implemented at our Solomon Hub, achieving a 20 „Caterpillar is pleased to build on the success we have per cent improvement in productivity. We will continue to had working with Fortescue to implement autonomous work together to ensure the next stage successfully builds mining solutions,” said Jean Savage, Caterpillar vice on the safety, productivity and efficiency gains we have president with responsibility for the Surface Mining & achieved so far.”

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Caterpillar and Fortes- cue Moving Forward with Expansion of Autonomous Truck Fleet in Australia (Photos: Caterpillar)

“By harnessing leading edge technology, supporting Fortescue and Caterpillar have collaborated to integrate the skills development of our workforce and collaborating autonomous haulage at the Solomon Hub operations with our suppliers, we will continue to deliver ongoing cost since the first half of 2013. During this time, Fortescue’s reductions, ensuring we remain at the lowest end of the autonomous haulage fleet has expanded to 56 Cat 793F global cost curve,” Power said. CMD trucks. In August, the Fortescue autonomous fleet surpassed the milestone of 400 million tonnes safely hauled since the launch of the system.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Caterpillar Inc. Americas Sharon Holling [email protected] Johanna Kelly [email protected]

Europe, Africa, Middle East Francine Shore [email protected] www.cat.com

Caterpillar and Fortescue Moving Forward with Expansion of Autonomous Truck Fleet in Australia (Photos: Caterpillar)

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Metso Corporation Metso Corporation: Helsinki | Finland Metso makes screening media change-outs safer and faster with a new attachment system

Metso makes screening media change- outs safer and faster with a new attachment system (Photos: Metso Corporation)

wntime is costly for screens in minerals processing and aggregates production. oMetso‘s new hammerless attachment system for screening media provides safer installation, faster removal and maximized uptime.

Metso is introducing a new attachment system for improved safety, the new attachment system cuts the its Trellex(TM) screening media that offers increased change-out time considerably, resulting in higher uptime productivity and makes media change-outs safer and and productivity. faster than with traditional systems. „In the past year, we‘ve launched the web-based Screen Up until now, the removal of worn-out pin and sleeve planner wear monitoring system and invested in screening screening media modules has been a time-consuming and media manufacturing capacity. The introduction of the potentially unsafe undertaking. Metso‘s innovative new hammerless attachment system is yet another step we are attachment system improves worker safety during change- taking to help our screening media customers minimize outs. There is no need to use a hammer when installing downtime and maximize productivity,“ says Claes Larsson, and removing screening media. The specially developed Global Product Manager for Screening Media at Metso. pins can be screwed into place as well as removed using an impact driver. Accidents that occur when pins that are stuck get torn off by force can be avoided. In addition to

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The new attachment system is currently available as a standard option for Trellex(TM) 305PS screening media in Metso Corporation the most common build heights (40 mm - 60 mm), and will Metso is a world leading industrial company serving the mining, soon be introduced for additional build heights. aggregates, recycling, oil, gas, pulp, paper and process industries. We help our customers improve their operational efficiency, reduce risks and increase profitability by using our unique knowledge, experienced people and innovative solutions to build new, FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: sustainable ways of growing together. Our products range from mining and aggregates processing Metso Corporation equipment and systems to industrial valves and controls. Our Claes Larsson customers are supported by a broad scope of services and a Global Product Manager global network of over 80 service centers and about 6,000 services Screening Media, Metso professionals. Metso has an uncompromising attitude towards Tel. +46 70 558 25 73 safety. e-mail [email protected] Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki, Finland, and had sales of Helena Marjaranta about EUR 2.6 billion in 2016. Metso employs over 11,000 people in Vice President more than 50 countries. Expect results. Global Communications, Metso Corporation Tel. +358 20 484 3212 [email protected] Metso makes screening media change-outs safer and faster with a new attachment system (Photos: Metso Corporation)

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Metso Corporation Metso Corporation: Helsinki | Finland Metso welcomes HOLT CAT to Texas distributor network

etso continues to strengthen its North American distributor network with Mthe latest addition of HOLT CAT®, based in San Antonio, Texas. Metso is introducing a new attachment system for „We are looking forward to the opportunity to represent itsHOLT CAT® will offer Metso‘s crushing and screening Metso in our region,“ said Evan Creson, vice president products to the contractor and recycling segments, of machine sales at HOLT CAT. „Metso is an established covering 118 counties in south, central, north and east manufacturer known for its high level of quality, innovation Texas. The agreement was signed in June, 2017. and support. Adding Metso‘s portfolio complements and diversifies our product range, and will help us to „We are extremely happy to welcome HOLT CAT to the provide even more value-added solutions that enable our Metso distributor community,“ said Ben Hansbury, vice customers to bring progress to our world.“ president of Distribution Sales at Metso. „With HOLT CAT‘s industry experience and acknowledged commitment to creating customer value, we know they can provide Metso equipment users with superior service. This partnership strengthens our distributor channel in Texas, one of our key markets in the United States.“

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HOLT CAT® is the largest Caterpillar dealer in the United States, operating in south, central, north and east Metso Corporation Texas. Established in 1933, HOLT sells, services and rents Cat equipment, engines and generators for construction, Metso is a world leading industrial company serving the mining, mining, industrial, petroleum and agricultural applications. aggregates, recycling, oil, gas, pulp, paper and process industries. HOLT sells used Caterpillar equipment worldwide and We help our customers improve their operational efficiency, reduce fabricates its own line of custom engineered products, risks and increase profitability by using our unique knowledge, including root plows and water tankers. experienced people and innovative solutions to build new, sustainable ways of growing together. Our products range from mining and aggregates processing FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: equipment and systems to industrial valves and controls. Our customers are supported by a broad scope of services and a Metso Corporation global network of over 80 service centers and about 6,000 services Nayles Bakke professionals. Metso has an uncompromising attitude towards Distribution Manager, Southtwest USA, Metso safety. Tel. +1 630 235 0128 e-mail [email protected] Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki, Finland, and had sales of about EUR 2.6 billion in 2016. Metso employs over 11,000 people in Stephanie Kaminski more than 50 countries. Expect results. Head of Marketing and Communications North America, Metso Corporation Tel. + 1 412 269 5298 e-mail [email protected] Distribution manager Nayles Bakke from Metso presents the new distribution partner HOLT with a model of a Lokotrack mini Helena Marjaranta crusher. From left: Buck Pate, technical services manager at HOLT; Vice President, Global Communications Nayles Bakke, Metso; Evan Creson, VP, Machine Sales South at HOLT; J.K. Baxter Senior, VP, Machine Sales at HOLT. (Photos: Metso Corporation Metso Corporation) Tel. +358 20 484 3212 Email: [email protected]

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Metso Corporation Metso Corporation: Helsinki | Finland Metso presented latest innovations for the mining industry at Perumin 2017

Metso has around 260 specialists in Peru and operates a Service Center in Arequipa (Photos: Metso Corporation)

t Perumin, one of the main mining exhibitions in Latin America, Metso Aintroduced its latest innovations for exceeding the mining industry‘s efficiency, productivity, and sustainability targets. Perumin 2017 tokk place in Arequipa, Peru, on September 18-22.

„Perumin is a strategically important event bringing At Metso‘s booth, visitors to Perumin had the possibility together decision-makers and influencers from the to learn about the Metso‘s offering, ranging from energy- mining industry in the region. We have showcased our efficient, heavy-duty MDR350 mill discharge slurry pumps latest differentiators, covering both equipment delivering and patented Energy-Saving Idlers (ESI) to variety of mining profitable, long-term solutions, as well as services that applications. Metso also took part in number of technical significantly improve plant availability. Our team of most presentations, panel discussions and „Lunch-and-learn“ experienced specialists were keen to discuss these topics sessions covering the latest themes and trends in minerals and the major trends shaping the industry,“ says Aldo processing. Cermenati, senior vice president for the Pacific Rim market area at Metso.

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Metso Peru has been serving the local mining industry Metso Corporation for nearly 30 years. In Arequipa, Metso operates a Service Center. Altogether Metso has around 260 specialists in Metso is a world leading industrial company serving the mining, Peru helping mining and aggregates industry customers aggregates, recycling, oil, gas, pulp, paper and process industries. increase profits, improve operational efficiency, and We help our customers improve their operational efficiency, reduce reduce risks by utilizing Metso‘s unique knowledge, risks and increase profitability by using our unique knowledge, experienced people, and innovative solutions to find new experienced people and innovative solutions to build new, ways of growing together. sustainable ways of growing together. Our products range from mining and aggregates processing equipment and systems to industrial valves and controls. Our customers are supported by a broad scope of services and a FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: global network of over 80 service centers and about 6,000 services professionals. Metso has an uncompromising attitude towards Metso Corporation safety. Macarena Vallejo Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki, Finland, and had sales of Head of Marketing and Communications about EUR 2.6 billion in 2016. Metso employs over 11,000 people in Pacific Rim, Metso Corporation more than 50 countries. Expect results. tel.: +56 9 6236 0450 email: [email protected]

Helena Marjaranta Vice President, Global Communications The MDR350 slurry pump will be on display at the Metso booth at Metso Corporation Perumin 2017. Designed especially for mill circuits, the MDR350 pump Tel. +358 20 484 3212 is made of natural rubber and high-chrome steel, enabling sustained Email: [email protected] performance and maximum durability for wear components (Photos: Metso Corporation)

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Sandvik Mining and Construction Sandvik Commando DC130Ri: Essen | Germany Compact versatility with excellent references – both above and below ground

A total of five Sandvik drill rigs are used at Sächsische Sandsteinwerke. Two, a Commando DC302 and a Commando DC130Ri, are currently used for block extraction on different beds in the Lohmgrund quarry. (Photos: Sandvik)

he mobile Sandvik top hammer drill rig has carved out a career that its developers Tcould scarcely have dreamt of. Since its launch last year, the new Commando DC130Ri model from Sandvik has demonstrated its impressive versatility in a wide range of demanding applications both above and below ground. The ambitious home builder in Scandinavia is no different to anyone else when it comes to having a cellar. In solid rock this is no mean feat – and simply too expensive if you have to bring in large top hammer drill rigs to do the job. Almost three decades ago, resourceful development engineers came up with a solution to this cost-benefit conflict in the form of a mobile, lightweight and easy-to-handle drill rig called Commando, which proved to be extremely popular. Construction firms quickly began using it for foundation drilling, trenching, shaft drilling and roofbolting. The Commando has proven its strength in the secondary crushing of boulders in quarries, while in engineered stone applications its clean line drilling is synonymous with efficient Drilling operative Andreas Krause skilfully steers the four-wheel drive Commando DC130Ri block extraction. up the steep ramp to its working bed using the remote control. (Photos: Sandvik)

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Uwe Jahr (left) and Andreas Krause are unanimous in their positive assessment of the performance of the Sandvik drill rigs in their quarries. (Photos: Sandvik)

Uwe Jahr, Head of Extracting and Production, explains the reasons for the company‘s loyalty to the brand: „We tried out other brands, but none of them met the expectations that we had following our experiences with Sandvik equipment. Furthermore, Sandvik has stood by our side as a flexible partner even in times of economic uncertainty.“ This mutual solidarity has been of benefit to both parties. The most recent example of this is the new Commando DC130Ri.

Engineered stone for Princes and Kings The machine‘s optimised centre of gravity means it can reach even steep slopes without any problems. Drilling The restoration of the Frauenkirche in Dresden is just operative Andreas Krause skilfully and quickly steers the one of many prestige projects that fills the order books agile three-tonne machine up the steep ramp to its working of Sächsische Sandsteinwerke in Pirna, whose Elbe bed using the remote control. He then extends the front sandstone remains a popular engineered stone product. legs and drills a series of vertical blast holes. It takes just two to three minutes for him to sink a blast hole with water Deliveries for the Berlin City Palace are currently the flush and move on to the next one. Having already been main focus of the company‘s mining activities. The Lohmen familiar with the machine‘s predecessor, the Commando quarry and five other quarries between Bad Schandau and DC125, getting to grips with the intelligent newcomer was Pirna supply different varieties of this much sought-after no problem to him. „Operation is slightly different, but natural stone. Sächsische Sandsteinwerke GmbH operates the quarries with expert knowledge of the quarrying Preparation for transport. Sandstone from Saxony is a much sought-after product. The Lohmgrund quarry is currently process and skilled craftsmanship in the mechanical supplying large quantities of material to Berlin. (Photos: Sandvik) and manual processing of the extracted raw blocks. The traditional construction material is quarried to meet specific requirements. For the City Palace project, coarse-grained sandstone from Lohmen is preferred along with the slightly softer stone from the quarry in Reinhardtsdorf. Sandvik drill rigs are the main players in the block extraction process. The operator‘s plant currently includes five of these rigs. Two of them – a Commando DC302 and a brand-new Commando DC130Ri – are currently being used on different beds in the Lohmen quarry The Commando DC130Ri delivers incredible off-road capability and versatility for vertical and horizontal line drilling.

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SSafety and contingency measures underground: Commando drill rigs play an important role at the potash mine in Teutschenthal. (Photos: Sandvik)

up the closed areas and widened them for subsequent backfilling. The new Commando DC130Ri top hammer drill rig quickly demonstrated its performance enhancements when used underground. Equipped with a highly energy- efficient hydraulic hammer, ergonomic controls and dust extraction, the new Commando is an impressive machine, even when breaking through occasional clay veins. The feed-percussion follow-up for the automatic adjustment of the drilling energy to varying rock conditions compared with basic rotary drilling during driving quickly paid for itself. The roll-over drill feed delivers flexibility in areas that are difficult to access. Another welcome feature is the much neater hosing and electrical wiring on the boom of the DC130Ri compared with its predecessor.

Holes for blasting are placed at the removal hot-spots in each layer. The dust seal is positioned close to the wall and thus makes a clean job of air-flushed drilling. Blasting just a couple of hours of training were enough to master is then performed to widen voids or to access closed the machine.“ The drill operative appreciates his clever chambers. assistant, which features a roll-over system that delivers significant time savings when drilling horizontal holes. Blasting technician Alexander Ackermann skilfully manoeuvres both types of Commando – the 125 and the 130 – to the next deployment location on the quarry bed using the remote control. The older 125 models offer Too many voids in the wrong places – impressive reliability, while the new model ensures but not any more brand loyalty thanks to features for improved utility value and comfort. Yes, there may be a difference in operation The former potash mine in Teutschenthal in the Saalekreis district is currently operated as a stowage mine for non-mining mineral waste. Backfilling of the voids created in the course of room-and-pillar mining is important for safety reasons. The rock burst of September 1996, which led to the collapse of the entire eastern part of the potash mine, was a catastrophe that must not be repeated, and this has expedited the process of systematically backfilling these voids. The company charged with this task is GTS Grube Teutschenthal Sicherungs GmbH & Co. KG. To access the closed chambers and tunnels during the backfilling process, the operator called on the expertise of TS BAU GMBH. Armed with the required background knowledge and supported by three mobile Sandvik drill rigs – two Commando DC125 models and one of its successors, the DC130 – the experts opened

Use below ground: Holes for blasting are placed in each layer in order to be able to access and backfill closed chambers. (Photos: Sandvik)

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Commando DC130Ri: The better collective placement of the hydraulics and optimised location of the electrical cabinet have allowed the hosing and electrical wiring to be significantly reduced. (Photos: Sandvik)

also available to users in the three-tonne class. Experts from a wide range of application areas agree that the Commando DC130Ri represents a significant upgrade in utility value compared with its predecessor. Looking back at its original development goal, it is clear that the Commando has enjoyed a meteoric rise, and we haven‘t yet reached the end of Commando evolution 1.

– but the intelligent control systems make it easy for experts to bring the Commando DC130Ri with four-wheel FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: drive undercarriage into position. The intelligent drilling control system provides assistance during drilling. The Sandvik Mining and Construction experienced blasting technician appreciates the ability to Central Europe GmbH change all drilling parameters during drilling if necessary, Sandra Pietsch not to mention the improved performance of the new Marketing Support Commando. Office Phone: +49 (0) 201 1785-352 Mobile: +49 (0) 173 9000457 TS-BAU site manager Jürgen Schrade has nothing but good things to say about his experiences with „his [email protected] Commando“. Other suitable underground drill rigs would home.sandvik have cost his company a lot more and offered a lot less flexibility. Thus he has three compact and versatile models for underground use, which are also suitable for many other applications once this job is finished. That is his Jürgen Schrade and Alexander Ackermann are impressed with the vision for the future. But first, there‘s plenty of work to do Commando range. They also praise the advice and service provided by the underground. Sandvik team in Germany, represented at the meeting by Drill Rig Sales Manager Olaf Gruner (from left to right). (Photos: Sandvik)

Positive feedback from a wide variety of users

In practice it is clear that Sandvik reliability comes not only from the products themselves, but also from the advice, sales and service provided by the German Sandvik drilling technology experts. While the qualities of the new Commando DC130Ri speak for themselves, this positive assessment has certainly helped the market launch of the improved all-rounder. Some of its state-of- the-art functions, such as intelligent engine control, have until now only been found on larger drill rigs, but are now

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Sandvik Mining and Construction Vogelsberger Basaltwerk GmbH & Co. KG: Essen | Germany Uncompromising secondary crushing

Plant premises with decision-makers: VBW is investing step-by-step in modernising its processing while retaining the existing process. (Photos: Sandvik) here is no hiding their enthusiasm when the “decision makers” at Vogelsberger TBasaltwerk GmbH & Co. KG, VBW, describe their latest addition. The optimally designed Sandvik CS550 installed at the plant in February is a powerful and reliable high- throughput unit that delivers precision and quality at the secondary crushing stage. The Büdingen-Rinderbügen quarry in Wetteraukreis, Bauens - The birthplace of construction“. The basalt grit Germany, has been supplying the basalt that is is used by VBW to produce construction materials to meet characteristic of the Vogelsberg landscape since 1963. the requirements of several customers in the region. The basalt is currently quarried and reduced to gravel, chippings and fine flint, as well as crushed sand, by Vogelsberger Basaltwerk GmbH & Co. KG, VBW, part of the Dressler Verwaltungsgesellschaft mbH group of companies. The group, now managed by second generation members Fritz Dressler and Klaus Dressler, is regarded as one of the leading names in construction planning, civil engineering, road construction and development. The group has also secured added value in materials production through its raw materials subsidiary VBW, under the slogan „Der Ursprung des

The process starts with the filling of the primary crusher and concludes with the production of high-quality gravel, chippings and crushed sand. (Photos: Sandvik)

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Timely alternative: an optimal secondary crusher solution was found for the plant when the CS550 was launched on the market. The powerful cone crusher is ideal for applications in the 700 to 750 t/h range. In addition to flexibility and sheer tonnage, the model offers advanced automation features and ease of maintenance for maximum productivity and uptime. (Photos: Sandvik)

of familiar components from the proven CH crushers and operates at higher pressure levels compared to traditional CS-crushers, has low-maintenance and many safety features and is less sensitive to material feed variations, for example, a secondary crusher from the CH series. The reliable and powerful secondary crusher with its high reduction ratio comes with a completely redesigned crusher chamber, which essentially guarantees the enhanced quality demanded at the secondary crushing stage. To meet Bernd Krempel joined Dressler as co-director at the the demands of the customers, the C (coarse) crushing beginning of 2016. One of his most important tasks, together chamber is designed for intake of materials with a feed with operations manager Dieter Pracht and foreman Heiko size of up to 350 mm, while the EC (extra coarse) crushing Schlögel, is continuous optimization of the basalt plant chamber can handle up to 430 mm. process. The first step of the modernization programme was to replace the secondary stage crusher – a 1650 cone German customers were given the first opportunity crusher that had been in operation since 1984 – with the to inspect the new crusher at close hand at an event in aim of improving capacity and product quality. Always September 2016, when Bernd Krempel and Dieter Pracht satisfied with the service and support from Sandvik, VBW’s where able to closely monitor the assembly and disassembly decision makers favoured replacing the crusher with a of the CS550 that was on show. Already impressed by the Sandvik CH-series Hydrocone, even though they knew well thought-out design, which gave an indication of the this decision would also impact operation of their primary potential productivity and simplified maintenance and crusher. However, at just the right time for VBW, Sandvik servicing, any final doubts they might have had were announced the new CS550 that was even more ideal for quickly dispelled when making process simulations with their requirements.

Generous intake of crushed material of up to 350 mm in feed size. (Photos: Sandvik) A perfect fit

Just to recommend, never mind purchase, a brand new innovation requires a deep, mutual trust. With no lack in trust between the consultancy partner, stationary crusher specialist Hubertus Kirschbaum from Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology’s sales team in Essen and those involved at VBW, the advice was spot on. Results of quarry testing in Sweden of the pre- series models of the brand new Sandvik CS550 spoke for themselves. This latest, innovative cone crusher from the 500- series not only complements the two existing Sandvik CH550 and CH540 models, it’s also an ideal alternative for the popular CH660. The Sandvik CS550 uses a range

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Hubertus Kirschbaum explains the modern crusher control system. It optimises operation and adapts the crusher optimally to suit different operating conditions. (Photos: Sandvik)

downstream CS550 manages with just 80 to 130 of its 330 kW.“ A major change compared to the previous situation, since the old crusher always required the 250 kW that was provided. Why is this possible? Because the modern IE3 motor only draws as much energy as it needs. Depending on the feed material, as well as the defined throw and the closed side setting, the crusher can handle up to 700 tonnes per hour.

The CS550 is currently set to operate in low output mode, due to the primary crusher limitation. Operators select the Sandvik‘s Plant Designer program, featuring data from smallest possible throw of 24 mm to suit the situation at their own basalt. The crusher was commissioned, and hand. Even at this level, the plant is achieving a 20 percent installed in February 2017 as a replacement for VBW‘s outdated predecessor (1650 crusher). Successful team: Hubertus Kirschbaum, Managing Director Bernd Krempel, Deputy Operations Manager Heiko Schlögel and Operations Manager Dieter Pracht (from left to right) underline their effective development collaboration. They have remained in regular contact even since the new CS550 secondary Putting theory into practice crusher was commissioned, thus faithfully extending their cooperation. (Photos: Sandvik) The eminent suitability of the CS550 as a viable alternative to the CH-series for secondary stage crushing at VBW quickly became clear. The large C-chamber intake to match the jaw crusher in the primary stage quickly „swallows“ the crushed material of 250 to 350 mm in feed size, and thus offers the possibility to produce large volumes of the final grain fractions even at the secondary stage, while ensuring a high reduction ratio and an excellent shape of the end product. Between 250 and 300 tonnes of material per hour can be processed, with seemingly no effort, to the target particle size of 0/56 mm, with the proportion of the preferred particle size of < 32 mm being around 80 percent. The wide range of additional settings, together with additional, larger throws of 24/28/32, 32/36/40 and 40/44/48 mm provides excellent processing flexibility if this should be needed. The reduction of fine material that is required is a strikingly positive feature compared to the old crusher. The Sandvik CS550 also clearly meets VBW’s requirements in terms of oversized particles (>32/X).

„It‘s quite the guzzler!“, says Managing Director Bernd Krempel happily after just a few weeks’ operation, which he describes as being the first successful step in their modernization step, which will undoubtedly be followed by more: „There is still more potential. We are pushing our primary crusher to its performance limits and the

Issue 03 | 2017 www.advanced-mining.com 47 TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY increase in production following the upgrade. However, setting of the primary crusher – with a negative impact on this will only work if all of the plant components keep pace. the throughput of the overall process. This means that – at This is not a problem for the downstream vertical shaft least in terms of capacity – a similar production increase crusher that is used for producing fine grit, since it is now in operation with the same target particle size would not supplied with the perfect secondary material from which have been possible.“ to produce the required 5/8 fraction. Rough final grain fractions of up to 32 mm can be removed directly after the secondary crusher thanks to their outstanding quality and classified in accordance to the required spectra. Automation, control and ease of access

Overall, the new secondary crushing stage therefore Of course, the Sandvik CS550 comes as standard with allows a more efficient process with a significant a modern crusher control system. It uses Sandvik‘s latest reduction in the recirculating load, while at the same time automation and control system and is state-of-the-art in relieving the tertiary stage of some of its load. This allows terms of automation and machine/process control of the the operators more time to quality assure the product. This crusher, supplying a wealth of valuable data. It optimizes was an essential element of the modernization plan. operation in correlation to throughput and reduction ratio and adapts the crusher to suit different operating The question now is whether this would have been conditions, thereby ensuring that an optimum level of possible to the same extent if they were using a CH-series consumption is always achieved in terms of energy cone crusher, as had originally been planned. „More efficiency. The Hydroset system regulates the positioning than likely not“, explains Hubertus Kirschbaum: „Our of the main shaft and at the same time offers overload Sandvik CH660 has certainly successfully demonstrated protection to permit the passage of uncrushable items. its outstanding qualities many times when it comes to processing. In this case, however, the feed size would have needed to be reduced to 250 to 280 mm. This could only have been achieved by adjusting the closed side

Animation of CS550 in the quarry. (Photos: Sandvik)

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Service partnership paves the way

As already mentioned, VBW and Sandvik were once increase in throughput capacity, even with the remaining again in contact when it came to the new secondary limitations in terms of the overall concept. The higher crusher in terms of the replacement investment, not reduction ratio in the secondary stage means more final least because of their longstanding service partnership. product to bypass tertiary crushing and less recirculation However, service of the future will not look the same as results in reduced wear and less downtime. These it did in the past - the new digital possibilities will change advantages are warmly welcomed by VBW, who see the face of the collaboration. However, the partnership themselves as being in a partnership-based development itself will continue to endure, because solutions like this collaboration with Sandvik to further develop this incredibly that are designed to make everyday working life more strong newcomer. convenient are highly valued by those in the business. The ease of maintenance and servicing of all Sandvik 500-serie crushers delivers this trump card. For example, backing compound is no longer used when installing the Sandvik-Group crushing chamber, making them much easier to replace when needed - particularly since a Sandlock lifting device Sandvik is a high-tech and global engineering group is available to make replacement of the cone and crushing offering products and services that enhance customer mantle significantly easier and safer. Inspection openings productivity, profitability and safety. We hold world-leading positions in selected areas – tools and tooling systems for in the lower section, manufactured from polyurethane, metal cutting; equipment and tools, service and technical simplify access to trouble spots and an offline filter system solutions for the mining and construction industries; products ensures permanent lubricant filtration. The quality of in advanced stainless steels and special alloys as well the lubricating oil can thus be consistently maintained as products for industrial heating. In 2016, the Group had “as new” for years, despite the difficult environmental approximately 43,000 employees and sales of 82 billion SEK in conditions. This in turn reduces wear on the main machine more than 150 countries within continuing operations. components and saves costly oil changes every year. The user-friendly operating concept of the motor is enhanced Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology by a hydraulically-operated pivoting motor base, which simplifies re-tensioning of the belts and it also keeps it at a Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology is a business area constant tension. within the Sandvik Group and a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. Application areas include rock drilling, rock cutting, crushing and screening, loading and hauling, tunneling, quarrying and breaking and Well equipped to meet demand demolition. In 2016, sales were approximately 31 billion SEK with about 14,000 employees in continuing operations. Dressler’s rock and stone division has taken an important step for the future by investing in the Sandvik CS550 secondary crusher for VBW and, since February, is therefore in a much better position to meet increased demand, demonstrated by an impressive 20 percent FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT:

Sandvik Mining and Construction Central Europe GmbH Sandra Pietsch Marketing Support Technical data CS550 Office Phone: +49 (0) 201 1785-352 Mobile: +49 (0) 173 9000457 Max. throughput capacity 700 t/h [email protected] Max. feed size F100=432 mm; CSS 200 mm home.sandvik Configurations of crushing mantle EC and C Configurations of crushing cone A, B and S Motor output 330 kW Side setting 24 – 48 mm Weight 24,600 kg

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Sandvik Mining and Construction NEW SANDVIK WX6500 SCREENING MEDIA: Essen | Germany NCC INDUSTRY IMPRESSED BY THE LIFETIME AND ACCURACY OF NEW SANDVIK WX6500 SCREENING MEDIA

CC Industry in Södra Sandby, Sweden has experienced dramatic results with new NSandvik WX6500 screening media. After nearly a year, the company’s first test panels are still in place and performing reliable fine screening.

NCC Industry’s Stone Materials division has long chosen rubber screening media over wire mesh. The choice EASY TO INSTALL BUT SURPRISINGLY is crucial in Södra Sandby, where abrasive quartzite STRONG NCC produces excessive wear on metal components. Yet despite its preference, the company has struggled to find a Industry agreed to try Sandvik WX6500 on a long-term rubber solution for fine screening. Mogårdshammar FH C 2172/3 screen, which would receive a feed size of up to 32 mm from a Svedala H6800 crusher. A turning point came when Elna Hovén, Product Five panels with 26 mm holes were delivered as rolls and Manager Screening Media at Sandvik, approached NCC installed on the upper deck in summer 2016. Industry about a full-scale test of Sandvik WX6500. “The outer dimensions of this screen are big, but it’s a Specifically designed for fine screening in the 2–32 mm very tight fit inside,” says Klinte. “The WX6500 was thin range, the new rubber media was presented as a light, and very easy to roll out, which makes a difference when thin, and yet highly durable alternative. there’s little space between the decks.”

“When I first saw Sandvik WX6500, I really wondered about the thinness of it,” says NCC Industry Supervisor Magnus Klinte. “With the aggressive raw material we have, I thought it would wear out directly.”

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Klinte also notes that the panels could be installed with a much higher tension than other rubber media, producing a drumskin-like fit that benefits the screening result. “The wear, they can be removed and reinstalled at the far end, material is thin, but you can get a lot rougher with it,” he where they take less of a beating. explains. “Media in standard materials with the same thickness can’t be installed with the same amount of “If you remove a wire mesh panel, you won’t be able tension.” to reuse it. It’s sharp, nasty, and complicated to get off in one piece—and even if you could it would be a struggle to get it tight again,” Klinte explains. “WX6500 is light, flexible and absolutely perfect to reuse on the screen.” ALMOST ONE YEAR WITHOUT MEDIA CHANGES “The Sandvik WX6500 was thin and very easy to roll out, which makes a difference when there’s little space The real revelation, however, came the first time the between the decks.” test installation was inspected. “There was so little wear,” says Klinte, “that you could still see the structural markings “We do both weekly and monthly checks of the finished from the manufacturing process.” product for our CE declaration, and Sandvik WX6500 does a perfect job.” Now, nearly one year later, around 285,000 metric tons have been fed to the Sandvik WX6500 panels. This far exceeds the 30,000 metric tons that would have been LESS BLINDING, PEGGING, AND NOISE achievable with wire mesh. Nonetheless, the media is in excellent shape. “It’s still going strong,” Klinte remarks. Product lifetime, of course, is only valuable if the media “I’m surprised every time I look into the screen.” achieves results. NCC Industry has found that Sandvik WX6500 provides highly accurate sizing, ensuring a Combined with the ease of installation, this durability finished product with the desired maximum dimension of means further ways to extend the media life. When the 32 mm. panels at the feed end of the deck eventually begin to

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Sandvik Mining and Construction Central Europe GmbH Sandra Pietsch Marketing Support Office Phone: +49 (0) 201 1785-352 “The material is so thin that it really doesn’t plug, so we Mobile: +49 (0) 173 9000457 have no problems with the blinding and pegging that you [email protected] get with thicker media,” Klinte says. “We do both weekly home.sandvik and monthly checks of the finished product for our CE declaration, and WX6500 does a perfect job.”

The problem-free sizing makes the media popular with operators, who also experience 50 percent less noise compared to wire mesh. “Our plant is indoors to contain the silica dust,” Klinte says, “so any improvement in noise levels makes a big difference.”

THE WAY FORWARD FOR FINE SCREENING

As a former service technician, Klinte likes the balance of performance and ease of use offered by Sandvik WX6500. “I’m happy about the lifetime, but I also like the fact that it’s so worker-friendly and easy to change,” he says. “For anyone running wire mesh, this is going to be a big change.”

These factors together mean long-term economy, which is why Klinte is convinced that NCC Industry will continue using Sandvik WX6500 after the test batch retires. “Downtime is expensive, and reprocessing if the media breaks down is very expensive,” he says. “With this media, I think Sandvik has found the right way forward.

SANDVIK WX6500 SCREENING MEDIA • Screening duty: Intermediate and final • Max feed size: 20-70 (0,8-2,7”) • Separation: 2-32 (0,1-1,25”) • Application: Dry • Dewatering: No • Deck design: Cambered • Panel type: Tensioned • Material: Rubber • Aperture: Punched • Fastening: Cross- or lenght tensioned

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Keestrack N.V. New Keestrack B3e jaw crusher: Bilzen | Belgien E-mobile all-rounder

With an operating weight of barely 30 tonnes (acc. to options) and a transport width of approx. 2,60 m the hybrid jaw crusher Keestrack B3e is optimised for onsite contractor jobs with frequent dislocations. (Photos: Keestrack)

t the MATEXPO in Belgium Keestrack presented the diesel electric B3e jaw crusher, Aa hybrid variant of its successful model deployed on building sites and recycling. All specific advantages of the track-mounted 30-tonne machine are preserved – budget- conscious operators can now benefit from lower maintenance costs and the opportunities for operating subsequently connected units cost-effectively.

Mit seinen hochkompakten Transportabmessungen, sensing hydraulic control guarantees low consumption eiIts extremely compact transport dimensions, low rates of the 160 kW Volvo diesel engine (tier 4f). With transport weight and state-of-the-art jaw, 1000x600-mm its main discharge conveyor, primary screen discharge width, have enabled Keestrack to set real standards conveyor or adjustable overband magnets (optional), in recent years with the B3 (formerly “Argo”) among partial electrification relates to those components, for 30-tonne jaw crushers. Even smaller exploitation operators which the electric drive realises actual fuel savings but appreciate the crushing capacity of the machine, which above all improvements in both operational safety and continuously delivers top-quality results of up to max. 300 maintenance costs. A compact, lightweight 42.5 kVA on- t/h, thanks to gap widths of 45 – 170 mm (C.S.S.) that can be board generator supplies the power, which on the one hand adjusted hydraulically at any time, the patented “non-stop further reduces the diesel operating speed (1500 rev./min), system” with overload protection and innovative wear and on the other also reduces cooling requirements, risks monitoring. Keestrack’s B3, without support legs, has no of leakage and maintenance costs because the elimination trouble keeping up with the work on building sites and in of hydraulic motors and corresponding pipework. The quarries and, thanks to the robustly constructed tracks and reduced piping means that the Keestrack B3e now has the excellent chassis construction, it can also be deployed 100 litres less hydraulic fluid, which pays off at every fluid on challenging surfaces. change interval.

It is precisely these all-round characteristics, which have The Keestrack B3e offers direct fuel savings and also made the machine very popular in the rental sector, operating cost advantages when driving a subsequently and has prompted us to preserve these. At the introduction, connected electrical screening unit (e.g. the Keestrack the diesel electric Keestrack B3e has a similar crusher, K2e) or a stockpile conveyor (connected load: 32 A (17.5 heavy-duty vibrating primary screen and tracks drive are kW). With merely 4 to 5 litres increased consumption in all diesel-hydraulically driven, and Keestrack’s own load-

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The main belt conveyor of the Keestrack B3e is driven by a 5.5 kW electric drum motor. (Photos: Keestrack)

compound operations, Keestrack assesses that motor is responsible for driving the 1100x700 mm crusher immediate benefits can be derived thanks to a higher – and in addition an electrical 55 kW motor/pump unit added value through high-quality end-products or a clearly powers all the hydraulic components (stroke and traction higher stockpiling capacity when operated by a single hydraulics). Similarly, the Keestrack B4e can be operated individual. entirely from the mains supply, which Keestrack believes can achieve considerable savings in energy costs of up While the dimensions, weight and equipment are largely to 70 %. In mobile applications in the field, the on-board identical to the diesel-hydraulic system, Keestrack’s hybrid combination of 242 kW diesel engine and 225 kVA generator B3e positions itself equally impressively as a profitable powers the machine, which provides a guarantee to the construction-site crusher for rapid relocation, even operator of full flexibility and high investment security on for small batches. For higher performance demands or resale. operators with access to cost-effective electrical power, Keestrack is offering its new fully hybrid jaw crusher B4e (max. 49 t operating weight). In this case, a 110 kW electric

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Keestrack N.V. Marcel Kerkhofs Marketing Manager Tel.: +32 (0)89 51 58 51 Email: [email protected]

The electrical cabinet of the Keestrack B3e offers good access and the external plugout for downstream screeners or stackers. (Photos: Keestrack)

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The exhibition grounds from above. The 10th anniversary of this trade exhibition was celebrated in the MHI quarry in Nieder-Ofleiden. (Photos: Mario Jeschke)

steinexpo 2017 – Milestoneexpo achieves records

The 10th steinexpo closed with a fantastic success. The objective of the organizers of this quarry demonstration exhibition, which ran from 30 August until 2 September 2017, was to once more achieve the same number of visitors as in 2014 (44,130) - in reality, these expectations were sensationally exceeded. The official number of visitors increased to 53,890 - a plus of 12% in comparison to 2014. Exhibitors commented favourably on the quality of the visitors, the good organization of the exhibition and confirmed the excellent discussions with experts. Furthermore, many of these led to surprisingly good orders. Due to the history of these events, which have been carried out every three years since 1990, everything suggested that the 10th jubilee exhibition would be a „milestoneexpo“.

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Great interest was shown in the official opening, despite the high summer temperatures in the restaurant marquee. (Photos: Bodo Wistinghausen)

exhibition to life with their own demonstrations. Not only the outdoor exhibitors made use of this effect, also suppliers in the pavilions benefited from it! The satisfaction ratings of the exhibitors were the highest, there where action dominated. To only be present with an information stand, and almost nothing tangible, bears the risk of simply being overlooked at this dynamic exhibition.

Who would have thought that? Fiery opening and large expectations The organizers of the steinexpo did dream of a on all sides number of visitors, which would cross the magic barrier of 50,000. But it was a real surprise that the jump Absolutely not to be overlooked was the official actually was that clear, something that could only be starting shot of the exhibition. Dr. Friedhelm Rese, the good for all of the 293 exhibitors (+15% in comparison Managing Director of the exhibition, who was joined by to 2014), who exhibited in the MHI basalt quarry of leaders of the partner associations of the fair (VDMA, Nieder-Ofleiden. The international name recognition, MIRO and VDBUM), opened the 10th steinexpo with which the steinexpo has gained in the meantime, a determined blow on the „start button“, which was furthermore led to an increase of 75 foreign exhibitors. especially audible and invisible. The latter initiated This, in turn, had a positive effect on the resonance in colourful pyrotechnic fireworks, which were greeted the international professional media, which ensured with spontaneous applause throughout the grounds. that the number of foreign visitors grew by about 23.5%. Everything ready for the start: A hearty handshake was Exhibitors confirmed that they had many successful exchanged by the association partners, Dieter Schnittjer (at the discussions with the visitors, 92% of whom came to left, VDBUM), Joachim Schmid (2nd f.t.l.) and Christian Krauskopf the exhibition purely from a professional interest. The (2nd f.t.r, both member of VDMA), Dr. Gerd Hagenguth (3rd f.t.r) highest spontaneous interest was reserved for those and Dr. Olaf Enger (at the right, both from MIRO) and the Managing Director of the exhibition, Dr. Friedhelm Rese (middle), as they exhibitors, who brought the basic concept of a living opened the steinexpo 2017. A colourful display of fireworks in the outer area, which was visible from far away, accompanied the opening. (Photos: Bodo Wistinghausen)

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Action ThinkBig! At the steinexpo. More than 400 students from Hessia were guests at this action. The many other students and trainees gave the exhibition a „young“ image. (Photos: gsz/steinexpo)

Furnished with an arena-like character and a public gallery, the offered demonstrations of realistic work processes in quarries proved, as expected, to be a magnet for visitors. At the perimeter of the deployment of classic, powerful steel machines, good explanations were offered on new IT features of this future-proof equipment, among which a remarkable number of first-time models were presented, during both the joint and This was a good entrée for the lively hustle and bustle the individual demonstrations. on all four exhibition days, which proved to be highly successful in the end. To be able to demonstrate all processes of an industrial sector does, however, demand quite a lot more. That is why this year‘s exhibitors provided convincing shows and performance demonstrations Joint and individual demonstrations at all other areas of the exhibition grounds, which covered an overall surface of approximately 180,000 with a magnetic effect m² within the basalt quarry Nieder-Ofleiden. Breaking One of the exhibition highlights was the joint and sieving processes, for the preparation of stone, demonstration of a variety of construction machine recycling materials, ground excavation etc, were brands, which was moderated on an hourly basis by shown in practice-oriented applications and in a way, the radio reporter Raoul Helmer. Corresponding brand which would meet with the approval of decision- experts were interviewed and provided information makers of the corresponding industrial sectors on precise technical details, which are interesting for cost- and performance- optimized deployment. This has, in the meantime, become a steinexpo standard! However, the perfect backdrop, which was provided this time by Area A on the exhibition grounds, had not been seen before.

Participants at the press conference. During the first, professional part of the information that was provided, the Managing Director of the exhibition, Dr. Friedhelm Rese (6th f.t.l), and Dr. Olaf Enger (MIRO, 5th f.t.l), Joachim Schmid (VDMA, 2nd f.t.l.) and Dieter Schnittjer (VDBUM, at the right), presented important facts on the exhibition and the situation in the sector. In conformity with the motto „rock the future“, motivated ‚gravel trainees‘ presented an up-to-date training film, for which they were rewarded with a helicopter flight. (Photos: gsz/steinexpo)

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Joint demonstrations in a perfect atmosphere, with professional moderation and an excellent view, thanks to a generously dimensioned platform. (Photos: gsz/ steinexpo)

and make comparisons for upcoming investment quarries or gravel and sand pits, or that are interested decisions easier. as part of their operations in the construction or construction material sector. Approximately 20% of the visitors indicated that they work for construction or recycling companies, who are looking at their The approval lay above expectations investment needs. Even craftsmen, who currently work with small machines and are interested in What does the number of interested visitors, larger versions, discovered products, such as for which reached 53,890, say about the success of instance pumps, tools, storage systems or extensions the exhibition? It does provide a good point of for their machines, which will ease their working orientation, for the far-reaching acceptance that day in the future. All of the surveyed visitors praised this exhibition achieved. A sure indication of the the completeness of the core offer, which radiated expectations of the organizers, which lay below the in the direction of the execution of construction actual interest, was that „helmets“ were already works. Non-professionals from the region, in one sold out at the cash registers before noon. To surveyed case a group of architects that had visited ensure safe access for as many visitors as possible, the steinexpo out of pure interest, expressed respect reserve helmets were collected, which had been for the exhibitors, who had patiently answered the stored at locations outside of the fairgrounds . questions of technical laymen. „Now we have a better understanding of what is happening in the A random survey of visitors, which was carried sector“, clearly expresses their satisfied opinion. out at the orders of the exhibition management, Seen from this angle, the steinexpo also is an event showed that almost 65% of the professional visitors that actively contributes to a positive image of the were decision-makers (or involved in the decision- sector. And also to be seen as part of this image making process), of companies that operate context was „ThinkBig!“, an equally successful joint action for technically interested students visiting the exhibition, which recruited for relevant training Line-up for waving goodbye. A melancholy moment, which was especially touching in view of the perfect atmosphere. professions. (Photos: gsz/steinexpo)

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Line-up for waving goodbye. A melancholy moment, which was especially touching in view of the perfect atmosphere. (Photos: gsz/steinexpo)

With a visitor share of approximately 17,900 persons, Saturday once more turned out to be a The standards for the future are now „professional symposium“. Beyond the interested still higher persons from the region (free participation by children of up to 14 years of age, who were accompanied by a The high acceptance of the steinexpo in the market grown up, were not counted in the visitor statistics), was emphasized once more by the end result. The the share of professional visitors was still very high on exhibitors expressly praised the organization and this last exhibition day. A medium-sized stone quarry flexibility of Geoplan GmbH, which had organized enterprise from Thuringia explained why that is so: „I the exhibition. In all the exhibition phases, the tried could only come to the exhibition with my people on Saturday. A small company cannot afford to do without its production on a weekday, especially since we are experiencing high demand at the moment.“

Team performance! The Managing Director of the exhibition and a part of his team, while waving goodbye during the traditional ‚bucket photo‘. Dr. Rese is satisfied and simultaneously relieved that the exhibition was able to handle all of the challenges (Photos: gsz/steinexpo)

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and tested planning and implementation team of the Technical University of Clausthal, under the FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: management of Prof. Dr. Hossein Tudeshki and Thomas Hardebusch, ensured an orderly progress Geoplan GmbH of the steinexpo, integrating every type of unplanned Josef-Herrmann-Straße 1-3 76473 Iffezheim | Germany surprise in the ongoing processes with expertise and Tel.: +49 (0)72 29 - 606 - 30 sensitivity. Fax: +49 (0)72 29 - 606 - 10 eMail: [email protected] Internet: www.geoplanGmbH.de Taking a look back at the steinexpo 2017, the Editorial: gsz-Fachpressebüro Tel.: +49 (0)171 536 96 29 Managing Director Dr. Friedhelm Rese declares: eMail: [email protected]

„It was the most strenuous steinexpo that we have ever organized. In retrospect, I am proud of the entire team - jointly we were able to bring in this steinexpo exhibition to a successful conclusion. I would like From the 30th of August until the 2nd of September 2017, the to thank all of the exhibitors, for their abiding trust 10th steinexpo was organized in the MHI basalt quarry in in our exhibition concept. And I would like to thank ‎Nieder-Ofleiden. The steinexpo, as the largest and most the visitors for their interest in and attention to our important stone quarry demonstration exhibition, celebrated its offer, which is unique on the European continent.“ first opening in the quarry in Nieder-Ofleiden. This exhibition It is clear to us now that we have raised the bar for is organized at three-year intervals. Within the framework of the 11th steinexpo higher once more. Nevertheless, spectacular live presentations, which were organized with an impressive stone quarry as a backdrop, manufacturers we will make every effort to also master these and dealers of construction and processing machines, utility expectations, during the next event at the MHI stone vehicles and heavy goods vehicles, as well as facilities for raw quarry in Nieder-Ofleiden, which is scheduled for material extraction and processing, demonstrated their high the 26th to the 29th of August in 2020.“ level of performance. A further focal point of the exhibition was the recycling of mineral construction materials. The steinexpo is organized by Geoplan GmbH, Iffezheim.

Milestoneexpo achieves records. (Photos: gsz/steinexpo)

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CASE Construction Equipment CASE Construction Equipment at STEINEXPO 2017: Turin | Italy CASE introduces new CX750D excavator for best in class productivity and maximum uptime

Bigger, stronger and faster - CASE streamlines heavy excavation line with all-new Stage IV/ Tier 4 Final model that replaces CX700B and CX800B. (Photos: CASE CE) „Bigger, stronger and faster - CASE streamlines heavy excavation line with all-new Stage IV/ Tier 4 Final model that replaces CX700B and CX800B“ CASE Construction Equipment officially launched its new CX750D, the largest and most powerful machine in the CASE excavator range at Steinexpo, which took place in Europe’s biggest basalt quarry near to Homberg in Germany, from 30 August to 2 September.

Best in class productivity

Like all D Series excavators, the CX750D has been built to achieve faster cycle times and to maximise productivity.

An electronically controlled hydraulic pump and larger control and solenoid valves boost breakout forces, increase lifting strength and improve responsiveness. The CASE Intelligent Hydraulic System and its four integrated control systems make the best use of the machine’s hydraulic power and momentum, resulting in added strength and fuel efficiency.

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Bigger, stronger and faster - CASE streamlines heavy excavation line with all-new Stage IV/ Tier 4 Final model that replaces CX700B and CX800B. (Photos: CASE CE)

Operating at 512 horsepower, the CX750D is available in standard configuration with a 335 kN bucket digging force Maximum uptime (with Power Boost), and mass excavation configuration The CX750D achieves Tier 4 Final compliance through with a 366 kN bucket digging force (with Power Boost), and an innovative combination of selective catalytic reduction features a shorter boom and arm that allows for greater (SCR) and diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) technologies, breakout forces and is capable of handling larger buckets which helps maximize uptime and performance – all with for added capacity. minimal maintenance. There is no diesel particulate filter (DPF), no DPF regeneration or associated lifetime service The boom and arm, as well as the undercarriage, are all costs. This guarantees maximum uptime for our customers. more robust to allow for greater power and productivity, and arm and bucket cylinders are larger to help improve The reinforced structure of the machine, especially performance. And the machine can be operated in one of the retractable undercarriage and front attachment, of three operating modes – Automatic, Heavy and Speed ensures utmost reliability, even in the toughest and most Priority – to provide the optimal and most efficient use of demanding applications. hydraulic and engine power.

Bigger, stronger and faster - CASE streamlines heavy excavation line with all-new Stage IV/ Tier 4 Final model that replaces CX700B and CX800B. (Photos: CASE CE)

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The CX750D has been developed with the customer in CASE Construction Equipment mind. It is extremely reliable and durable and uptime is maximised due to a number of new features. Maintenance CASE Construction Equipment sells and supports a and access to the machine are now easier because of the full line of construction equipment around the world, including the No. 1 loader/backhoes, excavators, wider catwalks and new guardrails for safety. All filters motor graders, wheel loaders, vibratory compaction are grouped in the pump compartment for simplicity and rollers, crawler dozers, skid steers, compact a new standard hydrostatic reversible fan responds to track loaders and rough-terrain forklifts. Through actual cooling demands and reduces power absorption CASE dealers, customers have access to a true and maintenance. professional partner with world-class equipment and aftermarket support, industry-leading warranties and flexible financing. More information is available at www.CASEce.com. Comfort and safety CASE Construction Equipment is a brand of CNH Industrial N.V., a World leader in Capital Goods The new CX750D features an improved cab than listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: previous CASE machines in this size class, and offers a CNHI) and on the Mercato Telematico Azionario fully adjustable workstation with a new high-back seat of the Borsa Italiana (MI: CNHI). More information for optimal comfort and support. Standard rear- and side- about CNH Industrial can be found online at view cameras feed a 7-inch widescreen monitor that also www.cnhindustrial.com. provides operators with real-time access to important performance parameters, including fuel consumption, operating hours and machine information. The optional CASE maximum view camera, an innovative 3 camera FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: system, further improve the visibility and safety around the machine. CASE Construction Equipment Lynn Campbell (TLC pr for ALARCON & HARRIS) Tel: +44 (0) 1704 566354 Bigger, stronger and faster - CASE streamlines heavy excavation line with all-new Email: [email protected] Stage IV/ Tier 4 Final model that replaces CX700B and CX800B. (Photos: CASE CE)

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KLEEMANN GmbH Made for the quarry: Göppingen | Germany The new MC 120 Z PRO from Kleemann

The new mobile jaw crusher MOBICAT MC 120 Z PRO is robust and powerful. (Photos: Kleemann)

leemann presented the new mobile MOBICAT MC 120 Z PRO jaw crusher at Steinexpo. KThe second member of the PRO line is the perfect complement to the mobile cone crusher MOBICONE MCO 11 PRO and is also characterised by robustness and high power.

The mobile crushing plants in the Kleemann PRO series The MC 120 Z PRO has an independent double-deck have been developed especially for the challenging prescreen with an extra-large screening surface of 3.5 demands in the quarry. The new MOBICAT MC 120 Z PRO m². The thorough screening of the fines helps boost achieves an output of up to 650 tonnes per hour with a productivity and increase the final product quality, while maximum feed size of 1100 x 700 mm. The powerful jaw also reducing wear at the crusher. The medium grain can crusher with its long movable crusher jaw is the heart of the be passed via the crusher bypass at the jaw crusher which plant. In order to guarantee the best possible material flow, further reduces the wear. In order to quickly adapt the plant the Continuous Feed System (CFS) adapts the conveying to different applications, the crushing gap can be adjusted speed to the fill level of the crusher. The CFS is active in with a few commands on the 12“ touch panel. This is just both plants with a line coupling with the MOBICONE MCO one of the plant functions which is operated using the new 11 PRO so that both crushers are optimally utilised. The and intuitive control concept SPECTIVE. The operator is PRO crushing plants are equipped with an economical guided through the menu step by step. The movement of and at the same time powerful diesel-electric drive, the the MC 120 Z PRO and the control of the feeding unit are crusher and conveyor belts are operated electrically. An additionaly effected via the radio remote control. external power supply is available as an option for even more economical operation. The power generator can also supply downstream plants such as a screening plant or a stockpile conveyor with power.

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Despite its robust design, the MC 120 Z PRO is very easy to transport. The prescreen, chute and crusher can KLEEMANN GmbH be removed to reduce the transport weight. The crushing Mark Hezinger plant is quickly in operating position as the hopper walls of Manfred-Wörner-Straße 160 the feeding unit can be folded hydraulically and are self- 73037 Göppingen locking. Maintenance and refuelling are also simple as all Germany machine components can be reached from the ground or via spacious work platforms. The MC 120 Z PRO can be Telefon: +49 (0) 7161 206-209 customised by adding optional equipment. For instance, Telefax: +49 (0) 7161 206-100 the crusher unblocking system can remove jammed e-mail: [email protected] material and a rock chisel can crush larger pieces of rock. www.kleemann.info

Kleemann GmbH Kleemann GmbH is a member company of the Wirtgen Group, an expanding and international group of companies doing business in the construction equipment industry. This Group includes the five well- known brands, Wirtgen, Vögele, Hamm, Kleemann and Benninghoven with their headquarters in Germany and local production sites in Brazil, India and China. Worldwide customer support is provided by its 55 own sales and service companies.

The new mobile jaw crusher MOBICAT MC 120 Z PRO is robust and powerful. (Photos: Kleemann)

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Sandvik Mining and Construction SANDVIK at steinexpo 2017 Essen | Germany Exhibits in a class of their own for various applications in the raw materials industry

The unveiling of a brand new representative of the Sandvik Ranger series as a world first was announced. The operating radius of the machine covers a range of 290 degrees. (Photos: Sandvik)

n a well-designed layout Sandvik Mining and Construction Central Europe GmbH Idemonstrated its expertise as a supplier to the aggregates and construction industries at the 10th steinexpo. Different exhibits presented in specially defined areas of the 1,400 m² Sandvik exhibition area were homed in on the specific interests of visitors. Product innovations from the manufacturer‘s broad range of products in the drilling, mobile and stationary crushing and screening technology segments as well as wear protection and screening media underlined the performance and the practical understanding of this global player. In addition, Sandvik promised a sensational unveiling at the show with the first presentation of its latest Surface Drill Rig, a new member of the Ranger family.

The steinexpo demonstration exhibition is well-known for recreating a real-life working environment. This unique Take a bigger piece of the pie – new show held at the Mitteldeutsche Hartstein Industrie’s Ranger DXi quarry in Nieder-Ofleiden, Hessen, draws in more visitors each year to experience exhibits in a working environment. As an absolute world first, a brand-new member of the Sandvik was preparing its presentation to implement Sandvik Ranger series were unveiled when the steinexpo this objective. Top-class technology and expert advice opens its doors. This prelaunch was a very special event by specialists from the respective product divisions was as the equipment was only be presented and demonstrated joined forces at the trade fair. to dealers and customers in Finland for the first time seven

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Continually adapted to meet modern user requirements, the Pantera DP1500i drill rig is undoubtedly the flagship of the Sandvik drill rig series in Germany. (Photos: Sandvik)

requirements. This is with particular focus on economical consumption of wear parts and fuel made possible by state-of-the-art motorisation and hydraulic design. No doubt about it, the current Pantera DP1500i drill rig has earned its right to a lot of visitor attention for good reason. It will, however, not be an easy task for this proven quarry warrior in the face of brand new competition.

New secondary crusher with excellent quality features days after the steinexpo. In the run-up to this exclusive The latest representative of the CH/S 500 series from preview, a mantle of secrecy has been pulled over the Sandvik is the CS550 cone crusher. It was designed as type designation. Nevertheless, it has become known that a powerful secondary crusher for applications in the the operating radius of the machine covers a range of capacity range of 250 to 750 t/h. Apart from its flexibility 290 degrees, thus bringing a significant advantage in the and concentrated crushing power, this model provides production process by giving more drilling time without maximum operational productivity and availability thanks moving the rig from hole to hole. to its modern automation functions and its user-friendly maintenance design due to the complete absence of The developers are also particularly proud of the casting compound during installation of the crushing newly designed and comfortable cabin of this technically tools. In addition, ergonomic improvements contribute to advanced, intelligent drill rig equipped with industry 4.0 the even safer and more time-saving maintenance and docking points. The wide range of other new technical servicing of the plant. The Sandvik CH550 is the latest cone features of the new Ranger was presented to interested crusher addition to the Sandvik CS550 and Sandvik CH540 parties at steinexpo. in the 500 crusher series. This reliable high-performance machine for secondary crushing stages has been specially

The flagship and the global innovation

The Pantera DP1500i drill rig is undoubtedly the flagship of the Sandvik drill rig series in Germany. After having been a familiar „fixture“ in numerous German quarries for decades, the machine, which was previously developed in Germany, has been gradually improved and adapted to meet modern user

Specially designed for applications in the aggregates industry: the remarkably innovative CS550 crusher is aimed at users who place a premium on top quality. (Photos: Sandvik)

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Wear protection and screen media: As precise as steel and as durable as rubber

The newly developed Sandvik screen media perfectly combines the advantages of different screen media, which are represented by the brand new product, Sandvik WX6500, and will be presented to the professional public for the first time. It combines the screening accuracy of a As precise as steel, as durable as rubber and flexible in its use: wire mesh for split cuts of 2 to 32 mm particle size with all screen media such as the brand new Sandvik WX6500 combines numerous advantages in one product. (Photos: Sandvik) the advantages of a rubber screen panel. In addition to the higher durability, up to ten times more than conventional wire mesh, users will appreciate the particularly simple handling of the light and flexible screen media. designed for applications in the aggregates industry. The Sandvik CS550 takes the lead with outstanding feed In practice, the maximum proportion of the open screen characteristics and achieves a 25% higher crushing ratio area, the outstanding screening accuracy and excellent with excellent quality of the final products in this crushing screening performance convincingly meet the particularly stage. The remarkable crushing ratio with high throughput high demands that practitioners place on the quality of rate and excellent grain quality is due to the novel crushing the finished product. In this respect, the Sandvik WX6500 chamber geometry developed in house. This way the screen medium is absolutely equal to wire mesh, but it CS550 sustainably relieves the load on the tertiary stage. provides other positive properties that wire screens do As a result, the material cycle load of the process stage not have. For example, the effective value is significantly can be reduced by up to 50%. The Sandvik CS550 offers increased as the new-type screen panel minimises a wide range of achievable gap widths and adjustable clogging and material sticking to the screen. The wear- crushing strokes to allow a large feed opening, adapted resistant screen panel ensures that a consistent quality to the primary stage jaw crusher. This extreme flexibility product is generated over the entire operating time. This makes the Sandvik CS550 ideal for various requirements. increases the reliability of the production process and also brings about a significant reduction in replacement The modern crusher controller developed in house by intervals and production downtimes because of the long Sandvik, which was recently introduced as the standard service life of the screen panel. The intervals between for Sandvik 500 series crushers, optimises operation, screen inspections are significantly longer. Moreover, adapts the crusher to different operating conditions replacement is much quicker and – due to the flexibility and also allows remote monitoring. Protection against of the screen media – much less complicated than with overload is guaranteed by the so-called hydroset system. wire screen panels. All in all, switching to products such It automatically regulates the position of the main shaft as the Sandvik WX6500 saves valuable production time. In and allows non-breakable material to pass as needed. a dedicated display area of the stand, Sandvik’s expertise in screen media and wear protection systems as well as innovative spare parts will be demonstrated.

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Mobile Crushing and Screening Sandvik-Group Sandvik is a high-tech and global engineering The new QJ341+ tracked jaw crusher is on display on group offering products and services that enhance the Sandvik stand. This new crusher model features a customer productivity, profitability and safety. We double deck pre-screen as standard and so expands the hold world-leading positions in selected areas performance of this Sandvik bestseller under mobile jaw – tools and tooling systems for metal cutting; crushers with the QJ341 type designation. equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries; products The intensive and therefore particularly thorough pre- in advanced stainless steels and special alloys as screening of large quantities of fine particles makes the well as products for industrial heating. In 2016, the QJ341+ especially ideal for quarrying applications with a Group had approximately 43,000 employees and high fines content in comparison to the standard model. sales of 82 billion SEK in more than 150 countries Test results confirm an increase in the productivity of up within continuing operations. to 38% in certain applications. In addition, the effective removal of fine particles reduces the wear in the crushing Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology chamber before the actual crushing takes place. Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology is a To complement the pre-screen, the QJ341+ features a business area within the Sandvik Group and a new telescopic natural fines conveyor, with a discharge global leading supplier of equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and height of 3.1m / 10’3” to deal with the increased flow of pre- construction industries. Application areas include screened material. The dirt chute has been designed with a rock drilling, rock cutting, crushing and screening, steeper angle to enable a faster transfer of material, whilst loading and hauling, tunneling, quarrying and also increasing the ability to deal with sticky material. breaking and demolition. In 2016, sales were The three position dirt chute allows all material passing approximately 31 billion SEK with about 14,000 the pre-screen grizzly to be diverted onto either the main employees in continuing operations. conveyor or the natural fines conveyor. In the middle position it allows a screened product to be produced out from the fines conveyor. All of this is done by positioning Sandvik Mining and Construction Central Europe GmbH the three way chute without removing any media from the Sandra Pietsch pre-screen. Marketing Support Like the standard model, the QJ341+ also has easy- Office Phone: +49 (0) 201 1785-352 to-use features such as the hydraulic gap adjustment, Mobile: +49 (0) 173 9000457 reversible jaw and a hydraulic drive for starting when [email protected] under load, as well as a Sandvik PLC control including a home.sandvik control screen. Highly efficient inclined axle and radial piston motors reduce the hydraulic flow rates, reduce fuel consumption and improve the durability of the 50-ton plant with throughputs up to 400 t/h.

The mobile crushing and screening segment is represented by the new mobile QJ341+ jaw crusher with double- deck pre-screen and other special features. (Photos: Sandvik)

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Sandvik Mining and Construction SANDVIK at steinexpo 2017 Essen | Germany New Sandvik Surface Drill Rig was introduced at steinexpo

Ranger DX top hammer drill rigs with counterweight revolving superstructure and ultimate stability enable excellent drilling coverage. (Photos: Sandvik)

he 10th steinexpo was hold in Homberg / Nieder- TOfleiden, Germany, 30th August to the 2nd September. This demonstration-focused trade show was aimed at showing both German and international visitors some of the latest solutions in quarrying and construction. At the exhibition, Sandvik previewed its latest Surface Drill Rig, a new member of the Ranger family! Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology has worked with drilling solutions more than 50 years. Ranger DX top hammer drill rigs with counterweight revolving superstructure and ultimate stability enable excellent drilling coverage. These features make Sandvik a pioneer in getting the job done even in the most challenging conditions with lowest production costs.

The new Surface Drill Rig was introduced and demonstrated at steinexpo for the very first time (Photos: Sandvik)

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Ranger DX top hammer drill rigs with counterweight revolving superstructure and ultimate stability enable excellent drilling coverage. (Photos: Sandvik)

Take a bigger piece of the pie - Don’t Enjoy remarkable silence in iCab cabin settle for a slice Operator ergonomics and low cabin noise has been the focus areas in developing this new iCab cabin. New New Ranger with 55 square meters drilling coverage user interface has been developed based on experience area equipped with most powerful new rockdrill, Sandvik of several customer trials. Positive feedback has been style intelligence and highest fuel efficiency makes this drill received from good ergonomics and easy to use joysticks rig most powerful and efficient top hammer drill rig in its and control panels. In the new cabin, there is also room class. It represents totally a new revolutionary generation for a trainer behind the operator seat. Thanks to long of Ranger product family. and successful co-operation with VTT, Finnish Technical Research Center, Sandvik has been able to lower the noise emission into the level never seen before in this type of New innovations lead the way drill rigs.

Higher productivity is guaranteed with bunch of new features such as:

• 290 degrees revolving upper structure • new rockdrill family with 21-27 kW • Sandvik GT 60 tools enable higher produc- tivity with straighter 92-127mm holes • beat difficult rock with well-known iTorque control system

The new Surface Drill Rig was introduced and demonstrated at steinexpo for the very first time (Photos: Sandvik)

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Sandvik Mining and Construction SANDVIK at steinexpo 2017 Essen | Germany Greater efficiency, less wear and higher productivity with our new QJ341+

Sandvik Construction Mobile Crushers and Screens introduced a new addition to the 341 jaw crusher range with the launch of the new QJ341+. This new model incorporates a double deck pre-screen as standard, broadening our offering of the bestselling QJ341 mobile jaw crusher in order to meet customer requirements. (Photos: Sandvik)

andvik Construction Mobile Crushers and Screens introduced a new addition to the 341 Sjaw crusher range with the launch of the new QJ341+. This new model incorporates a double deck pre-screen as standard, broadening our offering of the bestselling QJ341 mobile jaw crusher in order to meet customer requirements.

The new pre-screen feature on the QJ341 provides high The three position dirt chute allows all material passing amplitude for excellent separation. This enables the removal the pre-screen grizzly to be diverted onto either the main of a large amount of fines, resulting in greater efficiency, conveyor or the natural fines conveyor. In the middle higher productivity and less wear on the crusher. The position it allows a screened product to be produced out QJ341+ will therefore be particularly effective in quarrying from the fines conveyor. All of this is done by positioning applications where a high proportion of fines in the feed the three way chute without removing any media from the material are found, as the new pre-screen ‘screens out’ pre-screen. this material prior to entering the crushing chamber. Test results have already demonstrated increased productivity Our QJ341+ model will include the same customer- by as much as 38% in certain applications. focused characteristics as the standard model, including: hydraulically adjustable CSS setting, reversible jaw To complement the pre-screen, we have designed a and hydraulic drive enabling the crusher to start under new telescopic natural fines conveyor, with a discharge load, thereby maximizing uptime. It also has features height of 3.1m / 10’3” to deal with the increased flow of pre- purposefully designed to provide you with total control and screened material. The dirt chute has been designed with a peace of mind, such as the Sandvik PLC control system steeper angle to enable a faster transfer of material, whilst and control screen. also increasing the ability to deal with sticky material.

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Other benefits of the QJ341+ include a new improved Key features include: self-locking hopper for quick and safe set-up from ground level. Improvements have also been made to the main • Double deck pre-screen for removal of fines conveyor to reduce drag. The QJ341+ has also been fitted • Fitted with a choice of CAT or Volvo emissions compliant with highly efficient bent axis and radial piston motors engine throughout, which will reduce hydraulic flow rates and • Self-locking hopper, for quick and safe set-up from ground increase fuel economy as well as improving durability. level • New low drag main conveyor for maximum power transfer and efficiency • Full PLC control system and color screen allowing visual data output of all plant operating parameters • Hydraulically raise and lower facility on the main conveyor

We believe that this new addition to our already bestselling jaw crusher range will strengthen our offering and enable us to deliver solutions which are more specifically tailored to our customers’ needs.

Key Specifications:

Equipment Single toggle C12 jaw crusher Sandvik Mining and Construction Feed Opening 1200 x 750 mm / 47” x 29” Central Europe GmbH Optimum Feed Size 650 mm / 25½ Melissa Baker Transport Length 14.72 m / 48’3” Working Length 16.03 m / 52’6” Marketing Communications Mobile Crushers and Screens Transport Height 3.72 m / 12’2” Working Height 4.38 m / 14’4” Tel.: +44 (0)1283 212121 Transport Width 2.80 m / 9’2” Working Width 6.39 m / 20’11” E-Mail: [email protected] Weight (Standard) 47.330 kg / 104.345 lb

Sandvik Construction Mobile Crushers and Screens introduced a new addition to the 341 jaw crusher range with the launch of the new QJ341+. This new model incorporates a double deck pre-screen as standard, broadening our offering of the bestselling QJ341 mobile jaw crusher in order to meet customer requirements. (Photos: Sandvik)

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Sandvik Mining and Construction SANDVIK at steinexpo 2017 Essen | Germany Durability and accuracy with new screening media from Sandvik

The all-new Sandvik WX6500 screening media, introduced at the Steinexpo show in Germany, August 30th to September 2nd, is a dependable, flexible screening media with a low environmental footprint. (Photos: Sandvik)

he all-new Sandvik WX6500 screening media, introduced at the Steinexpo show in TGermany, August 30th to September 2nd, is a dependable, flexible screening media with a low environmental footprint. Offering unmatched uptime, it is designed to meet customers’ increasingly challenging production and cost targets.

It sorts like steel—lasts like rubber. Sandvik WX6500 • High sizing accuracy: 2–32 mm screening media has the same accuracy as wire mesh at 2–32 mm separations. It offers everything a rubber media Sandvik WX6500 has the same accuracy as wire mesh. can, from 10 times the product life to easy delivery as a For the very first time, customers can choose a rubber lightweight roll. Installed in barely half the time, it does the media for fine screening. same job as mesh—but with less blinding, less pegging, fewer inspections, and a fraction of the media changes. • Less blinding and pegging

• Fewer media changes The thinness and flexibility of the material prevents the blinding and pegging associated with wire mesh. Sandvik With ten times the durability of wire mesh, Sandvik WX6500 gets customers the end product they want—the WX6500 gets changed significantly less often, so customers first time through the screen. experience far less screen downtime.

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• Fewer operating stops Sandvik-Group Because Sandvik WX6500 blinds and pegs less, Sandvik is a high-tech and global engineering customers avoid frequent media inspections. They spend group offering products and services that enhance less time on troubleshooting and replacements and more customer productivity, profitability and safety. We time producing. hold world-leading positions in selected areas – tools and tooling systems for metal cutting; equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries; products • Only two dimensions needed in advanced stainless steels and special alloys as well as products for industrial heating. In 2016, the Sandvik WX6500 has all the advantages of rubber Group had approximately 43,000 employees and screening media, but none of the complexity. The length sales of 82 billion SEK in more than 150 countries and width of the screen deck are all that is needed for a within continuing operations. perfect fit. Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology Focusing on high separation efficiency and long Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology is a service life, Sandvik has high-quality screening media business area within the Sandvik Group and a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, to fit customers’ particular operations. Sandvik screens service and technical solutions for the mining and offer superior wear protection to meet high demands with construction industries. Application areas include regard to accuracy, clean air, efficient production, and rock drilling, rock cutting, crushing and screening, uptime. The unique Sandvik offering makes screening loading and hauling, tunneling, quarrying and media available in almost any size, thickness, and aperture breaking and demolition. In 2016, sales were shape, with patterns tailored to customers’ needs. approximately 31 billion SEK with about 14,000 employees in continuing operations.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT:

Sandvik Mining and Construction Central Europe GmbH Sandra Pietsch The all-new Sandvik WX6500 screening media, introduced at the Steinexpo show in Germany, August 30th to September 2nd, is a Marketing Support dependable, flexible screening media with a low environmental footprint. Office Phone: +49 (0) 201 1785-352 Offering unmatched uptime, it is designed to meet customers’ increasingly challenging production and cost targets. (Photos: Sandvik) Mobile: +49 (0) 173 9000457 [email protected] home.sandvik

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Terex Corporation / Powerscreen Steinexpo 2017: Germany POWERSCREEN DEMONSTRATED NEW MODELS

At the exhibition Powerscreen showcased and demonstrated the latest additions to the Powerscreen range in partnership with local distributors C Christophel GmbH and Jurgen Kolsch GmbH. (Photos: Powerscreen)

owerscreen, one of the world’s leading providers of mobile crushing and screening Pequipment, exhibited at Steinexpo 2017, Germany. In its tenth year, Steinexpo took place from 30 August – 2 September in Europe’s biggest basalt quarry. At the exhibition Powerscreen showcased and demonstrated the latest additions to the Powerscreen range in partnership with local distributors C Christophel GmbH and Jurgen Kolsch GmbH. At the Demo Area C visitors could saw two new machines working. The Powerscreen® Chieftain™ 2200 3 Deck screen and Premiertrak™ 400X jaw crusher were both working in the demonstration area.

“Steinexpo in Germany is the perfect platform for us to business. Customers will have the opportunity to see these showcase and demonstrate our newest innovations, said impressive machines processing basalt and to see why Colin Clements, Powerscreen Global Product Line Director. we are a world leader in the industry. I’d like to personally “We will have working demonstrations of the Premiertrak invite visitors to watch the exciting demonstrations and to 400X launched in May 2017 and the Chieftain 2200 3 Deck talk to our knowledgeable local representatives and the which has been immensely successful in Europe since Powerscreen team.” its 2016 launch. These two machines are illustrative of our commitment to modern and reliable design and helping our customers achieve the best results for their

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More about the machines: Premiertrak 400X

The Premiertrak 400X takes the best features of the Chieftain 2200 3 Deck previous Premiertrak 400 model and combines it with 2017 styling and innovation. The machine gives operators The Powerscreen Chieftain 2200 3 deck is a double high productivity, more efficient performance and better screenbox mobile unit designed for operators who require access for servicing which all make the machine very cost large volumes of high specification products with maximum effective. The Premiertrak 400X is the first Powerscreen versatility. It has a huge capacity of up to 700tph / 770 US jaw crusher to offer a post-screen system and also has an tph, offering high quality sized product revenue; as well as crusher unblock option. a revolutionary patent pending drive system which allows easy switching between 2 and 4 bearing with bolt-on The Premiertrak 400X range of high performance parts. By splitting up into two individual screenboxes, the primary jaw crushing plants are designed for operators in Chieftain 2200 3 deck is able to run aggressively with the quarrying, demolition, recycling and mining applications. It tumbling action between the screens helping to maximize also comes with the ground-breaking Powerscreen Pulse efficiency and accuracy of the product, especially at the telematics intelligence tool as standard, which has the close size materials. power to revolutionise your customers’ operations.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT:

Powerscreen Michelle Murphy Marketing Manager At the Demo Area C visitors could saw two new machines working. Tel.: +44 28 87 718 500 The Powerscreen® Chieftain™ 2200 3 Deck screen and Premiertrak™ 400X jaw crusher were both working in the demonstration area. (Photos: E-Mail: [email protected]. Powerscreen)

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Terex Corporation / Powerscreen POWERSCREEN WARRIOR Germany 1400X MOBILE SCREEN TO THE RESCUE

Faster, more aggressive screening technology is allowing mine processing contractor, Two Pedestrians Mining, to push production to new levels and radically shorten processing times on behalf of its clients in the mining industry. (Photos: Powerscreen)

aster, more aggressive screening technology is allowing mine processing contractor, Two FPedestrians Mining, to push production to new levels and radically shorten processing times on behalf of its clients in the mining industry. According to Neel Rademeyer, owner of Two “At present the Warrior 1400X is operating in the coal Pedestrians Mining, the screening process is at the heart fields in Delmas, where its interchangeable decks can be of production to provide the optimal production and sizing set in accordance with the type and size of coal required. for final processing or stockpiling of product. The accuracy The processing of run-of-mine to 0 x 50 mm product and speed with which this is achieved results in improved requires that the screen can handle 0 x 600 mm feed. profitability for its clients. “The unique design of the ‘punch plates’ top decks has Most recently the company has employed a newly been a revelation to say the least. We have processed acquired Powerscreen Warrior 1400X mobile screen to approximately 600,000 ton one set of punch plates and see do duty in volume applications, where its heavy-duty no need to replace them yet. Amazingly, it can be offloaded processing power is able to make short work of run-of- and be operational on a site within 15 minutes as was mine materials even in rough terrain where its mobility proven at Wescoal recently,” adds Rademeyer. simplifies the load-screen-dump cycle. Improved operation Fast turnaround Two Pedestrians Mining operations manager, Arno “The machine has been a revelation in terms of its Swart, adds that due to the screen’s high ground clearance, versatility and work rate. This is important as it means it it is able to tram quickly to keep up with production. can be deployed to a wide range of mining types wherever The high running position also lends itself to a cleaner there is a requirement for mobile operations to work operation with no need for ramps to access underneath the through large volumes of materials, whether it be coal, ore machines. Its conveyor height also allows us to stockpile or aggregates,” says Rademeyer. materials up to 4 m high, significantly enhancing its ability over previous models.

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“The additional height has improved our productivity “In terms of reliability, our Powerscreen machines substantially as the front-end loaders are able to fill the have proven themselves over the years with the oldest buckets to maximum capacity. Therefore, you achieve a Powerscreen Chieftain 1400 in our fleet having already reduction in diesel consumption and an improvement in clocked over 53,000 hours and still running. Likewise, ELB safety. You now have a loader working slower, safer and Equipment has given us the kind of support that we need more efficiently from bigger stockpiles,” says Swart. in terms of technical advice, sales and support of their machines,” he adds. “In terms of performance, the Warrior 1400X is a beast that packs a whole lot of punch into a machine with a “The staff at the Middelburg branch are excellent and comparatively small footprint. Because of its aggressive workshop manager, Johan Herbst provides the kind of screening nature, it leaves an impression at the mines support that we, as contractors, cannot do without. ELB where it has operated and is therefore in high demand Equipment also trains our operators professionally, which whenever our customers want to boost production,” he makes it easier to get the best out of our machines.” says.

“Being of a modern design it is also quick and easy to maintain with easy access to service points. In the 2,700 Operator satisfaction hours that it has been running at our sites it has not had any serious problems,” says Swart. JP Durandt, area sales manager for ELB Equipment also compliments Two Pedestrians Mining for the professional way the machines are employed, operated and cared for by the operators and mechanical staff. Preferred supplier “Through the years we have built up a special Rademeyer adds that Two Pedestrians Mining has a relationship with the owners and managers of the long and beneficial relationship with ELB Equipment, the company and, very importantly, we have built up a special sole distributor of Powerscreen equipment in southern report with the operators and mechanical staff who are in Africa. Since starting the operation more than 20 years regular communication with us regarding their machines,” ago, the contractor has standardised its entire fleet on says Durandt. ELB Equipment’s “best of breed” machines from top OEM brands. “They tell us that they prefer the Warrior 1400X and similar machines from Powerscreen, saying that they work “In terms of the durability of the numerous Powerscreen harder than other machines in their class, are easier to machines in our fleet, they are unquestionably reliable operate and maintain due to their easy-to-use controls,” and the diesel consumption is the most economical in the he concludes. market. This makes it easier for us to quote on a cost-per- hour basis and brings down operating costs considerably. With consumption of between 10-12 litres per hour, at an average production of 300-350 t per hour, the figures speak Faster, more aggressive screening technology is allowing mine processing contractor, Two Pedestrians Mining, to push production to new levels and for themselves,” says Rademeyer. radically shorten processing times on behalf of its clients in the mining industry. (Photos: Powerscreen)

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Metso Corporation Steinexpo 2017: Germany Metso delivered the 500th Lokotrack sold to Germany for Andres Erdarbeiten GmbH at Steinexpo

Lokotrack cone plant LT1100, equipped with a screen, has been historically one of the most popular models in Germany. This unit was crushing in a quarry near Osnabrück around the year 2001. (Photos: Metso)

etso reached another significant milestone in Lokotrack sales by delivering today the 500th Munit sold to Germany at Steinexpo, the biggest quarry exhibition in Europe. The LT120 jaw plant was received by Andres Erdarbeiten GmbH, a family-owned crushing, screening and recycling contractor. Globally, Metso has sold over 7,000 Lokotracks.

“Metso’s German customers were interested in the LT100 jaw and LT1100 cone plant. A German company mobile, track-mounted Lokotrack crushing plant concept ABAG purchased these units over 30 years ago, and are right away after the commercial production started in the still running the same crushers, which proves something Tampere works, Finland in 1985. In Germany, customers of the longevity of the Lokotrack range. noticed quickly that the track-mounted units are more economical while the crusher could be moved to the “Today, Metso’s Lokotracks used in Germany cover rocks,” comments the sales success Hugo van Benthem, well all customer segments, from light, easy-to-transport Metso’s Distribution manager in Germany. contracting and recycling plants to sturdy, high-capacity mobile quarrying crushers. Our German customers like The first Lokotrack deliveries to Germany in late 1980’s also Metso’s in-the-pit primary crushing concept with jaw included often two-stage plants for crushing and screening plant connected to a mobile conveyor system,” explains in hard rock quarries. A typical combination was a tracked Joachim Höft, Sales manager of Metso Germany GmbH.

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A family company with long experience Metso of Lokotracks Metso is a world-leading industrial company serving the mining, aggregates, recycling, oil, gas, pulp, paper and process industries. We help our customers improve Andres Erdarbeiten GmbH is a family owned company their operational efficiency, reduce risks and increase with Diethardt Andres as the owner and Managing profitability by using our unique knowledge, experienced director. Based in Mendig, Rheinland-Pfalz, the company people and innovative solutions to build new, sustainable n was founded in 1993 and deploys activities in quarrying, ways of growing together. contract crushing, recycling, transport, soil handling and Our products range from mining and aggregates processing. processing equipment and systems, to industrial valves and controls. Our customers are supported by a broad The company has successfully operated Lokotrack scope of services and a global network of over 80 service centers and about 6,000 service professionals. LT105 jaw and LT200HP cone plants for over a decade in Metso has an uncompromising attitude towards safety. varying applications from tough basalt through to recycling of mixed demolition waste. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki in Finland and had sales of about EUR 2.6 billion in 2016. Metso employs over 11,000 people in more than 50 countries. Expect Besides for crushing for building materials, Andres results. Erdarbeiten’s stone saw plant processes the top-quality basalt to accurately pre-programmed dimensions for stairways, kitchen tops and decorative applications.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Sales through Metso and two Joachim Höft, Sales Manager, Metso Germany GmbH, experienced distributors Tel. + 49 174 349 4429 E-Mail: [email protected] Thorsten Plew, Geschäftsführer, Fischer Jung GmbH, Lokotrack branded crushing and screening plants and Tel. +49 1723710722, E-Mail [email protected] mobile screens are sold in Germany by Metso Germany Ralph Phlippen, Sales manager, Fischer Jung GmbH, (quarry units) and two experienced distributors, Fischer Tel.+491621368343, E-mail [email protected] Jung and HSB (contractor units). Helena Marjaranta, Vice President, “Good reputation, reliability using first-class Global Communications, Metso Corporation, components, high crushing and screening efficiency and Tel. +358 20 484 3212, Email: [email protected] excellent resale value are the backbones for our successful Lokotrack sales in Germany. On top, we are offering our customers with responsive, wide ranging service,” comments Managing director Thorsten Plew of Fischer Jung GmbH.

The 500th Lokotrack to Germany, a LT120 jaw plant with a folding discharge conveyor, was handed out to a German customer Andres Erdarbeiten during Steinexpo. (Photos: Metso)

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thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG thyssenkrupp at Steinexpo 2017: Essen | Germany New standard machines for the building materials industry

The current Kubria® cone crusher F/M 90 as well as a circular vibrating screen CK 802 of the latest design. (Photos: thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions)

hyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions exhibited at Steinexpo, Europe‘s largest quarry demonstration texhibition, August 30 to September 2, 2017. The plant engineering specialist of the thyssenkrupp Group presented highlights from its extensive program of advanced crushing and screening technology. At the booth (outdoor area) visitors could experiences two of the numerous products from thyssenkrupp’s modernized standard machine range: the current Kubria® cone crusher F/M 90 as well as a circular vibrating screen CK 802 of the latest design.

looking for machines and plants that are fast and efficient Cost-effective and available worldwide: and enable easy installation, a flexible and reliable use as standard machines from thyssenkrupp well as a long service life. Our standard machine range was modernized and expanded with these things in mind. For thyssenkrupp offers a comprehensive range of modern our customers we combine fast availability and significant standard machines and modules for the processing of raw cost advantages with the usual high product quality. „ materials, which are characterized by high cost-efficiency and short delivery times. The product range is continually being expanded. It includes numerous cone, jaw and impact crusher models, screens, RollSizers as well as Experience innovative processing mobile and semi-mobile modules. In order to meet the technology most varied customer demands, individual components are combined into modular systems. In the course of the A 9.2 ton Kubria® F/M 90 will be on show at Steinexpo standardization process the production capacities were 2017 as an example of the completely modernized expanded as well: Today the machines are built in Europe and standardized Kubria® cone crusher range. By and Asia and marketed worldwide. systematically enhancing and optimizing the proven concept, thyssenkrupp has managed to further increase Dr. Armin Greune, Head of Standard Machines Business the throughput of its cone crushers. A further advantage of at thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions: „Quarry operators are the cone crusher series is the optional hydrostatic bearing

Issue 03 | 2017 www.advanced-mining.com 84 NEWS & REPORTS which is unique in the processing industry. The bearing is working almost maintenance free, even under the highest About thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions: loads. This results in significantly reduced downtimes and The Industrial Solutions business area at thyssenkrupp wear-related operating costs. is a leading partner for the engineering, construction and service of industrial plants and systems. Based on The existing range of thyssenkrupp screens has also more than 200 years of experience we supply tailored, been standardized and updated to the latest technological turnkey plants and components for customers in the level. At Steinexpo thyssenkrupp will exhibit a circular chemical, fertilizer, cement, mining and steel industries. vibrating screen type CK 802. Circular vibrating screens As a system partner to the automotive, aerospace and are used for screening rock, ore, coal and similar bulk naval sectors we develop highly specialized solutions to materials, as well as in the recycling industry. The size of meet the individual requirements of our customers. More the machines which are produced in two, three and four than 21,000 employees at over 70 locations form a global deck designs is tailored to customer requirements and network with a technology portfolio that guarantees installation conditions. maximum productivity and cost-efficiency. thyssenkrupp‘s standard machines are used in the aggregates industry for primary, secondary and tertiary crushing of granite, basalt, gneiss, limestone and other hard and medium-hard rock as well as in ore mines and in the cement industry.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG Tino Fritsch Head of Communications T: +49 201 844 - 534486 [email protected]

thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG thyssenkrupp Allee 1 45143 Essen, Germany

The current Kubria® cone crusher F/M 90 (Photos: thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions)

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thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG Reliable and cost-effective: Essen | Germany thyssenkrupp to deliver conveyor system for new underground copper mine in Mongolia

thyssenkrupp to deliver conveyor system for new underground copper mine in Mongolia (Photos: thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions)

hyssenkrupp belt conveyor systems are individually planned and constructed to ensure the tbest possible solution for every material, every climate zone and, every topography. This downhill conveying system installed in Peru transports 4,500 tons of crushed iron ore from mine to the port (© thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions). One of the richest underground copper deposits in the From a depth of nearly 1,400 m beneath the Gobi Desert world will soon be accessed with the help of high-capacity in the south of Mongolia, the new underground material gearless driven conveyors from thyssenkrupp. As one handling system is planned to transport 95,000 tons per of the leading global providers of mining systems, the day of copper ore up to the surface. The main components Industrial Solutions business area has won a contract to are four high lift conveyors each equipped with 1.6 m wide supply a material handling system for the new Oyu Tolgoi steel cord belts and dual 5,500 kW gearless drives from underground mine in Mongolia. The contract value is in the Siemens. Further conveyors will feed the main incline higher double-digit million euro range. thyssenkrupp will conveyors and tie the new underground system into the supply a total of nine conveyors with a combined length existing process facility. of 9.5 km as well as seven transfer towers operating at a design tonnage of 7,100 tons per hour. First production Torsten Gerlach, CEO of the Mining Technologies from underground is expected in 2020. The Oyu Tolgoi mine business unit of thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions: “This complex is a joint venture between the Government of order again proves that thyssenkrupp is a strong player Mongolia and Turquoise Hill Resources, which is majority- in the mining and materials handling industry. We are owned by Rio Tinto. proud to contribute to this project with our intelligent belt conveyor technology and our strong global project execution capabilities. The system will help the Oyu Tolgoi mine set standards in terms of productivity and safety.”

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The Oyu Tolgoi mine began producing copper concentrate from an open pit operation in 2013. The thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG future underground construction activities will transform The Industrial Solutions business area Oyu Tolgoi into one of the most significant copper mines at thyssenkrupp is a leading partner for the globally. engineering, construction and service of industrial plants and systems. Based on more than 200 years of experience we supply tailored, turnkey plants and components for customers in the chemical, New conveyor system reduces fertilizer, cement, mining and steel industries. As a system partner to the automotive, aerospace maintenance and downtime and naval sectors we develop highly specialized solutions to meet the individual requirements of our The order given to thyssenkrupp includes the customers. More than 21,000 employees at over 70 engineering, design, and supply of the new material locations form a global network with a technology handling system as well as required site support services portfolio that guarantees maximum productivity during the construction and commissioning phases. It will and cost-efficiency. be designed with an emphasis on ease of maintenance. This includes, for example, the ability to quickly replace chute sections as well as idler rolls and belt cleaners. The FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: drive components are massive in terms of size and weight, so great attention will be paid to safely transporting them thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG underground and to ensuring they can be safely exchanged Tino Fritsch in the future. Overhead bridge cranes are strategically Head of Communications located to not only service the equipment, but also to aid in the erection of the major structures. T: +49 201 844 - 534486 [email protected] The work scope also includes water and air piping for the required dust suppression equipment, fire protection thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG along all of the underground conveyors and electrical thyssenkrupp Allee 1 infrastructure to control and power the equipment. 45143 Essen, Germany

thyssenkrupp to deliver conveyor system for new underground copper mine in Mongolia (Photos: thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions)

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thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG Essen | Germany thyssenkrupp wins major fertilizer plant order in Brunei

• New fertilizer complex will use the country’s large natural gas reserves as feedstock to produce high-quality fertilizer • Plant completion planned for 2021

thyssenkrupp has received a new order from the state- Brunei is one of the world’s largest producers and owned Brunei Fertilizer Industries. The contract for the exporters of natural gas. The new plant project will engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) of a support the government’s long-term development strategy new fertilizer production facility was signed on August 26, to diversify the country’s economy. As one of the key 2017 and is expected to come into effect later this year. The investment sectors, the development of downstream new greenfield fertilizer complex will have a production activities in the petrochemical industry will help better capacity of 2,200 tons of ammonia and 3,900 tons of urea utilize the main economic resources available: oil and gas. per day. It will be located in the Sungai Liang Industrial Park right next to Brunei’s well-established oil and gas Dato Bahrin Abdullah, Chairman of Brunei Fertilizer industry. Industries: “We have chosen thyssenkrupp for our investment project as the company combines vast Peter Feldhaus, CEO of thyssenkrupp’s Industrial experience in engineering, procurement and construction Solutions business area: “We are proud to work together with proven and cost-efficient fertilizer production with Brunei Fertilizer Industries to support the country’s technology, ensuring the highest environmental standards. transformation into a diversified industrial economy. Being Together, we will help accelerate the nation’s economic selected to develop this lighthouse project is an important growth in a sustainable way and expand employment milestone for our fertilizer plant business. This major order opportunities for its people.” will further strengthen our market position and growth in the Asia Pacific region.” The fully integrated, state-of-the-art fertilizer complex will comprise an ammonia plant with a daily capacity of 2,200 metric tons as well as a urea plant and a urea

Issue 03 | 2017 www.advanced-mining.com 88 NEWS & REPORTS granulation plant both with a capacity of 3,900 tons per thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG day. After its planned completion in 2021, the plant will use The Industrial Solutions business area parts of Brunei’s large natural gas reserves as feedstock at thyssenkrupp is a leading partner for the to produce high-quality nitrogen fertilizer mainly for the engineering, construction and service of industrial export market. Nitrogen is an essential nutrient for plant plants and systems. Based on more than 200 years growth and therefore a key agricultural input. of experience we supply tailored, turnkey plants and components for customers in the chemical, thyssenkrupp’s scope of supply for this fertilizer complex fertilizer, cement, mining and steel industries. As will include the engineering, supply of equipment, erection, a system partner to the automotive, aerospace supervision of construction and commissioning as well as and naval sectors we develop highly specialized various offsite and related utility systems. solutions to meet the individual requirements of our customers. More than 21,000 employees at around 100 locations form a global network with a technology portfolio that guarantees maximum productivity and cost-efficiency.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: The Fertilizer & Syngas Technologies business unit has more than 90 years’ experience in the thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG engineering, procurement, construction and service of fertilizer plants. Based on a unique combination Tino Fritsch of engineering experience, project management Head of Communications expertise and leading, eco-friendly technologies, T: +49 201 844 - 534486 we develop tailored solutions that enable fertilizer [email protected] manufacturers around the world to enhance their efficiency and competitiveness. thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG thyssenkrupp Allee 1 45143 Essen, Germany

The new fertilizer complex located in the Sungai Liang Industrial Park, Brunei, will have a production capacity of 2,200 tons of ammonia and 3,900 tons of urea per day. (Photos: thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions)

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ContiTech ContiTech conveyor belt : Northeim | Germany Expertise In Rubber Takes To The Waterways

ContiTech application technician Michael Möschen is always on the lookout for new conveyor belt applications. (Photo: ContiTech)

• ContiTech conveyor belt material is used to seal concrete seams in canal locks

From canals to navigable rivers, waterways have In Egypt, the Nile and Mediterranean were linked to the been used for transportation since the Middle Stone Red Sea by a waterway that was in many ways an early Age (approx. 9,600 B.C.). In northern Europe, major river geographic precursor of today’s Suez Canal. According systems were indeed the main means of transport for many to the geographers of antiquity, it had locks at either end. centuries, both for heavy loads and for passengers. The Canal locks were first invented back in 984 A.D., by Qiao first human-made waterways in the region were probably Weiyue, assistant commissioner for transport in Huaina, in the provinces of the Roman Empire. Construction of the first canals in Asia and Northern Africa began during the Pilot project: Germany’s Federal Waterways Engineering and Research Institute is using the general refurbishment of the lock at Kleinosteim to test reign of Pharaoh Necho II, who ruled from 610 to 595 B.C. a new sealing system that uses a belt by ContiTech (Photo: ContiTech)

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China. Until then, slipways and ramps had been used to infrastructure is needed. Siphon structures, bridges, overcome differences in water level, but these often left barrages, ship lifts and locks must all be maintained and vessels damaged and loads vulnerable to theft. They upgraded every few years. At present, about 30 percent of were also dogged by problems of drought. To resolve the the country’s 315 locks are in need of repairs, conversions situation, Qiao Weijue had two suspended gates fitted with or maintenance, having reached the end of their useful a distance of 50 paces (76 m) between them. He then had lives, in theory at least – and in some instances even the intervening stretch of water roofed over and the banks exceeded it. Last May, for example, the north chamber shored up to create a lock. Each lock could effect a change of the lock at Kleinostheim on the River Main required a in water level of between 1.2 and 1.5 meters. complete overhaul, with a thorough upgrade and new seals. It was the first time the joints had been modernized In 1325 A.D., the invention of the pound lock finally for many years. prompted the construction of the great canal systems of central Europe. Later, between 1700 and 1850, Europe’s On this project, Germany’s Federal Waterways rivers were systematically controlled, and safe, peaceful, Engineering and Research Institute opted for the product managed waters were soon the preferred route of travel of a joint research effort with ContiTech. “The materials rather than natural rivers, with their strong currents, silt ContiTech uses in its conveyor belts are already being accumulations and dangerous banks. utilized successfully in rubber dams and have proven to be extremely resilient, among other things. They are even Today, the worldwide inland canal network has a able to withstand deliberate acts of vandalism,” explains combined length of about 600,000 kilometers. Locks and Michael Möschen, application technician with ContiTech. lock systems with one or more chambers allow vessels Together, the research team road-tested a new sealing to overcome water level differences of up to 25 meters. method for lock basins to find out how an existing lock Upstream and downstream waters are controlled by might be retrofitted with extra-durable seals. opening and closing two watertight gates: When a vessel has entered the chamber, the gates are closed and water Unlike continuous structures, the walls of a lock consist is allowed in or out, raising or lowering the water level to of several sections. Between them, expansion and sealing that of the next stretch of water. joints give the concrete the space it needs to expand on hot days without damaging the canal wall with the pressure they exert. At Kleinostheim, the joints were originally sealed with PVC to prevent water from permeating them. Positive deployment in the field After fifty years, however, the profile seals are now crumbling, and water is entering the basin from both the Germany’s waterway network consists of 7,300 River Main and the adjacent lock chamber. kilometers of inland and 23,000 square kilometers of maritime waterways. They are used by ever-increasing Back in 2010, as part of a pilot project with the Federal numbers of vessels that transport people and goods. But for Waterways Engineering and Research Institute, ContiTech growth of this kind to be safe and reliable, a fully functional floated the idea of using a strip of natural rubber. The suggestion was to use a hoisting belt with a steel cord-traction member, much like those used to raise and lower bodies-in-white on the production lines of automotive manufacturers. In three stages of development, different profiles were tested and a series of complex lab trials was carried out on joints simulated in a concrete model in the halls of the Federal Waterways Engineering and Research Institute. When the time came to pilot the solution in Kleinostheim, the team laid the belt along a joint in the pump tunnel, bolted down the sides and then covered the fixture-points with protective plates.

Test setup: A ContiTech hoisting belt with steel cord members (Photo: ContiTech)

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“After about five years in operation, our conveyor belt Continental develops pioneering technologies material has lasted very well and proven that it’s simply and services for sustainable and connected perfect for this kind of work,” says Michael Möschen. mobility of people and their goods. Founded in “Last year,” he adds, “we went into the next stage of 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, construction and further optimized our process. Together intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transport. In 2016, Continental with the Federal Waterways Engineering and Research generated sales of €40.5 billion and currently Institute, we aim to make this solution for sealing lock employs more than 230,000 people in 56 countries. joints a standard construction technique.” As a division in the Continental Corporation, ContiTech is one of the world‘s leading industrial specialists. Its customers can be found in Fewer major construction sites key industries such as machine and plant engineering, mining, the agricultural industry, The new, enhanced method of maintaining lock joints and the automotive industry. With around 46,000 with ContiTech conveyor belts means work can be carried employees in 44 countries, the company uses its development and material expertise for products out while the lock is in operation with a full basin of water. and systems made of rubber, polyamide, metal, It must be drained only very briefly to provide access to the textile, and electronic components to combine bed. “Lock chambers only need to be laid dry for a short these with individual services. ContiTech also offers while so that our workers and technicians can install the functional and design-oriented living solutions and natural rubber belts. This tends to take no more than two is always searching for customer-friendly and weeks – which saves both time and money,” Möschen environmentally-friendly answers – going well adds. Being especially durable, the rubber belt will mean and truly beyond its roots as a producer of rubber fewer major construction sites in the future, as locks will products. With sales of approximately €5.5 billion require less frequent maintenance. “As conveyor belt (2016), this international technology partner is specialists, we are always looking into new uses for our active with core branches in Europe, Asia, North products and materials – even if they are far removed from and South America. the usual world of mining. Using them to seal joints in locks has taken us into uncharted waters, so we now have to wait and see if this method catches on. After about five years in FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: use, the system we have just set up will be checked over, and if it is recognized as meeting all the standards, then ContiTech AG we offer a viable solution for repairing joints in all locks,” Antje Lewe Möschen sums up. Head of Media & Public Relations ContiTech AG Philipsbornstr. 1, 30165 Hannover Telefon: +49 511 938-1304 E-Mail: [email protected]

ContiTech application technician Michael Möschen is always on the lookout for new conveyor belt applications. (Photo: ContiTech)

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Continental Back in the Field: Hannover | Germany Continental is Relying on Many Years of Experience in the Agricultural Tire Business

Presentation of the agricultural tires in 1951. Already back in the 1950s, Continental presented its agricultural tire portfolio at global fairs. (Photos: Continental)

• Thanks to in-depth knowledge in specialty tires, Continental is well-equipped for a return to the agricultural tire business • Company has more than 70 years of experience in the production of agricultural tire

With its return to the agricultural tire business, Continental Commercial Specialty Tires (CST) is following its CST 2025 growth strategy. Its expertise in the specialty tire business along with experience with agricultural products in other divisions provide the company with a solid basis for a return. „Naturally, starting again is a big challenge. The decades of knowledge and experience in this sector are however a great help,“ says Thorsten Bublitz, product line manager for agricultural tires. As early as 1928, Continental launched its first pneumatic agricultural tire on the European market and continued its activities in this segment until 2004. „Continental still enjoys a very good reputation in the market – and with our new premium radial tires starting with Tractor70 and Tractor85, we aim to strengthen this very good image,“ says Bublitz.

Production of the agricultural tires in 1956. Continental can rely on decades of experience in the manufacturing of agricultural tires. (Photos: Continental)

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Continental and the agricultural tire Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected business – milestones mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, • 1928 - The start: Continental produces its first pneumatic intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, agricultural tire machines, traffic and transport. In 2016, Continental generated sales of €40.5 billion and currently • 1951 - More dimensions, more applications: Continental employs more than 230,000 people in 56 countries. takes root in the business The Tire division currently has over 24 production • 1955 - The Farmer: Continental’s new agricultural tire and development locations worldwide. The broad “The Farmer” is characterized by a new tread design product range and continuous investments in R&D with more grip, a longer service life and improved self- make a major contribution to cost-effective and cleaning capabilities. ecologically efficient mobility. As one of the world’s leading tire manufacturers with around 52,000 • 1960 - Versatile: Agricultural tires need to be suitable employees, the Tire division generated sales of for different grounds, especially for the field. €10.7 billion in 2016. • 1990 - Internationalization of the agricultural segment: Continental Commercial Vehicle Tires is one Continental expands its business in international of the largest manufacturers of truck, bus and markets, especially in Europe and North America. commercial specialty tires worldwide. The business unit is continuously developing from a pure tire • 2004 - Change of strategy: Continental focuses on the manufacturer to a solution provider, offering a automotive industry. As a result, the agricultural tire broad range of products, services and tire-related segment is sold to Mitas. solutions. • 2017 - The restart: With Tractor70 and Tractor85, Continental returns to the agricultural radial tire business. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT:

Continental Anika Hannig PR & Marketing Communications Manager Commercial Specialty Tires Continental, Tire Division Büttnerstraße 25, 30165 Hannover Telefon: +49 (0) 511 938 2533 E-mail: [email protected]

Working with the agricultural tires in 1930. Continental was the first manufacturer in Europe to produce tow tires. (Photos: Continental)

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Continental Communication Campaign: Hannover | Germany With Heart and Soil Back into the Agricultural Tire Business

With heart and soil. Continental’s communication campaign combines innovation and emotion. (Photos: Continental) • Continental is returning to the agricultural tire business • “With heart and soil” communication campaign combines innovation and emotion

Continental Commercial Specialty Tires (CST) is returning to the agricultural tire business and is launching its first premium radial tires for the agricultural sector With heart and soil. Continental’s communication campaign in September 2017. The accompanying communication combines innovation and emotion. (Photos: Continental) campaign draws on emotions and focuses on the farmer.

“Being a farmer is more than just a job. It is a lifelong mission where knowledge and hard work meet passion”, says Ivonne Bierwirth, Head of Marketing Communications CST. “Treating the soil with care is the key to a high yield and success for the farmer.” As a result, the communication campaign has been named “With heart and soil” to combine both aspects. At the same time, it reflects the strong customer focus of Continental. “Our company functions as a partner for farmers, knowing their demands and needs and transferring them into tire products,” adds Thorsten Bublitz, product line manager for agricultural tires. “Mother Earth is the perfect symbol for our products, they are not only robust and durable but also treat the ground with care.”

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Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transport. In 2016, Continental generated sales of €40.5 billion and currently employs more than 230,000 people in 56 countries. The Tire division currently has over 24 production and development locations worldwide. The broad product range and continuous investments in R&D make a major contribution to cost-effective and ecologically efficient mobility. As one of the world’s leading tire manufacturers with around 52,000 employees, the Tire division generated sales of €10.7 billion in 2016. Continental Commercial Vehicle Tires is one of the largest manufacturers of truck, bus and commercial specialty tires worldwide. The business With heart and soil. Continental’s communication campaign unit is continuously developing from a pure tire combines innovation and emotion. (Photos: Continental) manufacturer to a solution provider, offering a broad range of products, services and tire-related solutions.

As part of the preparations for the return to the agricultural tire business, Continental has proven its clear FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: customer focus: Development, production and launch of the new radial tires have been based on intensive market research. Using consultations and talks with farmers Continental as a basis, Continental was able to gain an in-depth Anika Hannig understanding of the needs in the industry. PR & Marketing Communications Manager Commercial Specialty Tires Continental, Tire Division Büttnerstraße 25, 30165 Hannover Telefon: +49 (0) 511 938 2533 E-mail: [email protected]

With heart and soil. Continental’s communication campaign combines innovation and emotion. (Photos: Continental)

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Continental Start of Production in Lousado: Hannover | Germany Continental Opens New Manufacturing Plant for Agricultural Tires in Portugal

Along with the product launch of its new premium radial tire portfolio, Continental is also opening the new production facility in Lousado, Portugal. (Photos: Continental)

• Start for state-of-the-art production of agricultural tires in Lousado, Portugal • Investment of 49.9 million euros in new production facility • Additional 2.5 million euros for test and development center

Along with the production launch of its new premium In addition, a test center has been built adjacent to radial tire portfolio, Continental Commercial Specialty the production hall, where the local R&D team, in close Tires (CST) is also opening the new production facility in cooperation with the core team in Hanover, will test the Lousado, Portugal. quality of the tires being produced and work on optimizing and further developing the agricultural products. „Our production hall for agricultural tires in Lousado is one of the most progressive of the Continental Group and Continental invested a total of 49.9 million euros in the entire agricultural tire industry,“ says Pedro Carreira, the construction of the new production facility last year. factory manager in Lousado. The plant is equipped with An additional 2.5 million euros were invested in the new state-of-the-art production technologies that enable precise tire production. Innovative winding machines ensure that materials are distributed evenly to create a tire Shift handover (Photos: Continental) that is as round as possible. They also exploit bead technology that has been developed especially for the agricultural tires to ensure robustness and optimize mounting and the rim fit of the tire. ASIC technology is used to ensure consistently low temperature distribution both inside and outside the tire during curing, which has a positive effect on both the efficiency of the plant and the rolling resistance of the tire. In addition, the production facility has been built according to ergonomic guidelines, whereby automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and lifting devices are used to transport the agricultural tires.

Issue 03 | 2017 www.advanced-mining.com 97 NEWS & REPORTS test center. In the competition of different Continental Continental develops pioneering technologies production sites to host the new facility in 2014, Lousado and services for sustainable and connected was selected due to its excellent infrastructure and the mobility of people and their goods. Founded in individual commitment of the workforce. After construction 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, started in February 2016 and the foundation was laid in intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, June 2016, the first experimental tire order (ETO) tires were machines, traffic and transport. In 2016, Continental produced in November of the same year. Since April 2017, generated sales of €40.5 billion and currently test tires have been produced in Lousado and the start of employs more than 230,000 people in 56 countries. the serial tire production followed in August. By the end The Tire division currently has over 24 production of 2017 a total of 5000 tires will be produced in 13 different and development locations worldwide. The broad sizes. product range and continuous investments in R&D make a major contribution to cost-effective and In addition to agricultural tires, passenger car tires are ecologically efficient mobility. As one of the world’s also manufactured in Lousado. With a production capacity leading tire manufacturers with around 52,000 of around 18 million passenger car tires, the factory is the employees, the Tire division generated sales of most efficient Continental tire plant. Continental is investing €10.7 billion in 2016. a total of 100 million euro into increasing the production of Continental Commercial Vehicle Tires is one passenger car tires and expanding high-performance tire of the largest manufacturers of truck, bus and production. commercial specialty tires worldwide. The business unit is continuously developing from a pure tire manufacturer to a solution provider, offering a broad range of products, services and tire-related solutions.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT:

Continental Anika Hannig PR & Marketing Communications Manager Commercial Specialty Tires Continental, Tire Division Quality checks play an important role in the new agricultural tire Büttnerstraße 25, 30165 Hannover production in Lousado (Photos: Continental) Telefon: +49 (0) 511 938 2533 E-mail: [email protected]

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Continental Engineered for Efficiency: Hannover | Germany New Radial Tire Portfolio from Continental for Greater Efficiency in Agricultural Machinery

• New premium radial tires for agricultural machines: Designed to increase efficiency in agriculture • Engineered for Efficiency as a quality seal for the entire portfolio

Continental Commercial Specialty Tires (CST) is returning ‘Engineered for Efficiency’ – a seal promising reliability and commitment. (Photos: Continental) to the agricultural tire business with a large portfolio of premium radial tires. Increasing efficiency was central for the development of the tires: „All the tires in our new the same time, the existing team was boosted by experts agricultural product range are designed to improve the with profound expertise in the agricultural industry. „By efficiency of agricultural machinery - they are ‚Engineered showing commitment, inventiveness and passion, our team for Efficiency‘,“ explains Thorsten Bublitz, the product line in Hanover and in Lousado have achieved great results,“ manager for agricultural tires. „To make a promise to our says Bublitz. „Everyone involved has met our demand to customers, we have also applied this quality seal to the deliver reliable premium quality at all times.“ side walls of all of our new agricultural tires.“

The claim ‘Engineered for Efficiency’ combines Continental‘s commitment to improving the performance of the vehicle and the quality of its work while at the same time reducing the resources needed – in line with FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: the specific requirements of the various agricultural machines, customers and applications in question. In Continental order to achieve this goal, Continental has invested Anika Hannig intensively in the new production facility in Lousado, PR & Marketing Communications Manager Portugal. State-of-the-art production techniques, such Commercial Specialty Tires as application-specific integrated circuits (ASIC) or Continental, Tire Division innovative winding machines, ensure efficient, precise Büttnerstraße 25, 30165 Hannover and error-free production processes. For the development Telefon: +49 (0) 511 938 2533 of the new tires, Continental was also able to draw on E-mail: [email protected] the extensive experience of its engineers in the specialty tire business and to build on the decades-old knowledge gained from the agricultural tire production in the past. At

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Continental Tractor70 and Tractor85: Hannover | Germany First Continental Premium Radial Tires of new Agricultural Tires Portfolio now available

New bead and nylon technologies ensure extreme robustness and resilience. (Photos: Continental)

• Standard tires Tractor70 and Tractor85 start the Continental product offensive in the agricultural tire business • Tractor85: All-rounder for comfortable driving in the field and on the road • Tractor70: Wide tire for gentle ground impact and maximum traction

With the first two tire models Tractor70 and Tractor85, Continental Commercial Specialty Tires (CST) is returning Nylon carcass: Resilience thanks to to the agricultural tire business. The two standard tires are innovative N.flex technology characterized by extreme robustness and durability due to new bead and nylon technologies. Where tractors drive over asphalt, field and stone, a flexible and resistant carcass is the key to the durability „The development of our new agricultural tires is based of the tire. To meet this need, Continental has developed on years of experience in the specialty tire business as N.flex, an innovative patent-pending technology for its new well as intensive market analysis,“ says Ralf Krieger, Head tires. The carcass of the new tractor tires Tractor70 and of Development and Industrialization of Agricultural Tires Tractor85 is made of a specifically-designed nylon and its at CST. „As the first-borns in our premium radial tire range, cords are twisted thousands of times. The unique material Tractor70 and Tractor85 give an insight into our future makes the carcass tear-resistant, flexible and elastic, portfolio which will comprise 100 sizes in many profile the rotation ensures that the material is able return to its variations for different applications. At the same time, they original shape. The result is that contrary to conventional provide solutions to the requirements of this particularly carcasses, which are prone to cracks and punctures, the demanding application. „ new radial tires from Continental are significantly more robust and resistant.

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in the Tractor85. When the tires heat up while in use, Bead technology: Single bead core their nylon actually shrinks much less than conventional ensures robustness, easy montage and materials and stretches less as it cools down - for a round tight fit tire right from the start of an early morning.

Having tractor tires sit firmly on the rim is particularly important. As an example, conventional tractor tires use Tractor70: Wide tire for maximum ground a bead with ten parallel wires, wrapped ten times around the core. This construction, however, makes assembly protection and traction difficult as the overlapping cords make the bead very stiff The Tractor 70, which is as robust as its 85 companion and uneven and they end in a kind of step. Continental but much wider, promises maximum traction while being therefore only uses a single core wire for the Tractor70 and gentle on the ground. Thanks to the new bead technology Tractor85 tires, which is wrapped around the bead core it can also be driven with a heavy load and significantly many times in a similar way to a garden hose. This single lower tire pressure, which increases the contact surface. wire core makes the bead much more compact, thus more Along with the rounded inter-lug design of Tractor70, this robust and durable, and facilitates mounting on the rim. results in reduced soil compaction and is therefore more gentle on the soil and crops. The smooth and rounded space between the lugs also prevents soil and mud from Tractor85: Comfortable all-rounder in the getting caught in the profile of the tire. These good self- cleaning properties, together with the wide tread surface field and on the road of the tire, ensure high traction levels and therefore productivity while out on the field. Comfortable on the road and strong in the field. Thanks to its innovative design, the Tractor85 is both extremely robust and comfortable in any application, whether on asphalt, tar, sand or clay. The nylon that the carcass is made of is significantly more flexible than polyester and rayon which are often used for tires. This enables the tire FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: to optimally adapt to uneven ground – which helps improve driving comfort. In fact, the tire compensates for the often Continental unsatisfying suspension of agricultural machinery. At the Anika Hannig same time, the N.flex technology prevents the so-called PR & Marketing Communications Manager „flat spot,“ which farmers often experience in the morning: Commercial Specialty Tires when tires cool down overnight and the carcass material Continental, Tire Division stretches, the contact area adapts to the surface of the Büttnerstraße 25, 30165 Hannover ground and the tire stays flat in this area. As a result, Telefon: +49 (0) 511 938 2533 the next day the farmer experiences vibrations and an E-mail: [email protected] uncomfortable ride until the tires have warmed up again. This is not the case with the special N.flex technology

New bead and nylon technologies ensure extreme robustness and resilience. (Photos: Continental)

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Continental Return to the Agricultural Tire Business: Hannover | Germany Continental Launches First Range of its Own Premium Radial Tires

Thanks to its innovative N.flex technology, Tractor85 offers better damping in all applications and reduced flat spots for a more comfortable ride. (Photos: Continental) • First standard tires Tractor70 and Tractor85 now available, expansion of the product portfolio in the next few years • Top-quality production in Lousado, Portugal • Decades of experience in agricultural and specialty tire business provide a solid foundation • Communication campaign with a focus on farmers

Continental is returning to the agricultural tire business with its first premium radial tires for agricultural operations Robust standard tires Tractor70 and of the new portfolio. „Re-entering the agricultural tire Tractor85 for maximum efficiency of business is an important step for us on the growth path of the tire division,“ says Nikolai Setzer, member of the agricultural machinery Executive Board of Continental AG and head of the tire division. „Over the past few years, we have been able to With Tractor70 and Tractor85, Continental is launching successfully expand the specialty tire business with the two standard tires for tractors. The tires both display launch of port and earthmoving tires. The agricultural tire extreme robustness and durability, while at the same time portfolio completes the product range for off-road use.“ ensuring a high level of driving comfort, gentle ground handling and traction. They feature a new bead technology

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All-rounder for comfortable driving in the field and on the road. (Photos: Continental)

With heart and soil: Campaign focuses on the farmer

The communication campaign accompanying the market launch combines passion with technical expertise and innovation and reflects Continental‘s strong customer focus. It emphasizes the devotion farmers have for their job and highlights the soil as the origin of the farmer’s harvest and yield and how it is optimally protected by Continental tires. and are made of an innovative nylon material, for a patent is pending under the name N.flex. The tires bear the ‚Engineered for Efficiency‘ label, which means that they Continental develops pioneering technologies are designed to increase the performance of agricultural and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the machinery and the quality of their work, while reducing the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent resources deployed. After the launch of the standard tires and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, Tractor70 and Tractor85, the Continental tire portfolio is to traffic and transport. In 2016, Continental generated be expanded to a total of 100 sizes until 2019. sales of €40.5 billion and currently employs more than 230,000 people in 56 countries. The Tire division currently has over 24 production Production in Lousado with state-of- and development locations worldwide. The broad product range and continuous investments in R&D the-art production technology make a major contribution to cost-effective and ecologically efficient mobility. As one of the world’s At the same time as the market launch of Tractor70 leading tire manufacturers with around 52,000 and Tractor85, Continental is also starting agricultural employees, the Tire division generated sales of €10.7 tire production at its site in Lousado. The state-of-the-art billion in 2016. production facility was set up in less than two years with Continental Commercial Vehicle Tires is one an investment of 49.9 million euros. It is adjacent to the of the largest manufacturers of truck, bus and passenger car tire production facility, which is one of the commercial specialty tires worldwide. The business most efficient within the Continental Group. Continental unit is continuously developing from a pure tire has also set up a test and development center at the new manufacturer to a solution provider, offering a broad agricultural tire production site, where the agricultural range of products, services and tire-related solutions. tires are tested for quality and developed further.

All-rounder for comfortable driving in the field and on the road. (Photos: Continental) More than 70 years of experience in agricultural tire production

Continental’s re-entry into the agricultural tire business will rely on its own in-depth knowledge of the development, production and distribution of specialty tires. At the same time, the tire manufacturer benefits from decades of experience in the agricultural tire business: the first tow tire was produced in 1928 and until 2004 radial tires were produced in the Czech town of Otrokovice. For this reason, Continental still enjoys a good reputation on the market.

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Liebherr-Werk Bischofshofen GmbH Steinexpo 2017: Bischofshofen | Austria Liebherr presented high-performance wheel loaders for quarrying use

Powerful drive, reinforced lift arm, sturdy axles: The largest Liebherr wheel loader, the L 586 XPower®, is suited to tough quarrying conditions. (Photos: Liebherr)

• Liebherr presented three high-performance wheel loaders for the quarrying industry • L 580 and L 586 XPower wheel loaders for maximum efficiency with a reduction in fuel consumption of up to 30 per cent • New L 518 Stereoloader® as a reliable partner for companies in the quarrying industry Liebherr was presenting two wheel loaders from the The reinforced and redesigned Z-bar linkage is the best large wheel loader segment at this year’s Steinexpo. With choice for use in quarrying. Thanks to the large torque in the two wheel loaders L 580 XPower® and L 586 XPower®, the lower lift arm range, the machine operator can quickly Liebherr introduced two machines from the successful fill the bucket, which leads to a higher handling capacity. XPower generation that are specially equipped for use As another representative of the XPower generation, in tough conditions in the extraction process. Another Liebherr presents the L 580 XPower® on the Liebherr trade highlight on display at the Liebherr stand includes the fair stand. emission stage IV/Tier 4f-compliant L 518 Stereoloader®, representing the new generation of stereoloaders. It caters to the needs of companies from the quarrying industry as a reliable partner and impresses thanks to its versatility. XPower®: Sturdy, efficient and high- performance The L 586 XPower® is used for presentations in the demo area. The trade fair exhibit has a tipping load of 21.600 kg The sturdiness of the machine was a particular focus with an operating weight of 32.600 kg. The L 586 XPower® during the development of the Liebherr XPower wheel is equipped with an efficient 260 kW/354 hp diesel engine loaders. Each XPower wheel loader is fitted with more compliant with emission stage IV/Tier 4f. The wheel loader rugged axles than the previous generation. In some is equipped with a powerful Z-bar linkage and a 5,5 m³ rock cases, even with the axles of the next larger model of the bucket with delta blade and a sturdy Liebherr tooth system. previous generation. In addition to the axles, Liebherr has

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At the heart of the XPower wheel loader is the power- With the new stereoloader L518 Stereo®, Liebherr split stage IV/Tier 4f-compliant XPower driveline that presents an agile and versatile partner for companies in Liebherr now provides as standard for these machines. the quarrying industry. The L 518 Stereo is equipped with It combines a hydrostatic drive, which is ideal for short the powerful and new standardised Z-bar linkage with loading cycles, with a mechanical drive, which in turn hydraulic quick hitch and a 3,5 m³ high-tipping bucket. shows its benefits when covering long distances. This With an operating weight of 9.320 kg, the exhibit achieves combination ensures maximum efficiency and exceptional a tipping load of 6.860 kg. fuel savings of up to 30 per cent in comparison to wheel loaders of the same size class. The Liebherr stereoloaders have been known as reliable and agile all-rounders for over two decades. The To optimally manage challenges such as steep two new models L 514 Stereo and L 518 Stereo, which ascents in quarrying, wheel loaders require a particularly were introduced by Liebherr in May, also stand for these powerful drive. Boasting a combination of hydrostatic qualities. The key component of the new Stereoloader® is and mechanical drives, the XPower ground drive system further constituted by the stereo steering that is typical for enables XPower wheel loaders to offer maximum Liebherr in this machine class, featuring a combination of performance. The interaction between these two drive articulated steering and a steered rear axle. types continuously adjusts to the respective application automatically. As a result, XPower® offers optimum For use involving longer distances to be covered, acceleration and performance along all loading cycles. Liebherr optionally offers the models as a „speeder” version. In this version, the new Stereoloaders ® achieve a top speed of 40 km/h. As a result, operators save time and money because the fast wheel loaders cover large distances in a short period of time. Both new models, the FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: L514 Stereo and L518 Stereo, are available from the second half of 2017 and can be seen at various trade fairs. Liebherr-Werk Bischofshofen GmbH Bischofshofen, Austrian Martin Koller Marketing und Public Relations Telefon: +43 50809 11475 E-Mail: [email protected] www.liebherr.com The new L 518 stereoloader ® is a reliable partner for companies in the widest variety of industries. (Photos: Liebherr)

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Liebherr-France SAS Liebherr R 970 SME crawler excavator Colmar | France at Steinexpo 2017

With an operating weight of 80 tonnes, the R 970 SME features components from the 90-tonne standard model R 976. (Photos: Liebherr)

• Liebherr showcased Super Mass Excavation model at Steinexpo • Productive backhoe bucket with high digging and breakout forces • New, motorised folding ladder available for the R 970 SME With the R 970 SME Liebherr showcased a 80-tonne New features added to the uppercarriage of the R 970 excavator for the mining industry at the 10th Steinexpo, SME increase safety for the excavator operator and also the International Demonstration Show for the Construction make it easier to service the machine. Platforms with Materials Industry, in Homberg/Nieder-Ofleiden from galvanised surface protection located on both sides of the 30 August to 2 September 2017. Various changes to the uppercarriage make the environment safer for the operator machine boost its performance and also improve safety. when cleaning and servicing the R 970. The maintenance work is also made easier by the large maintenance access Liebherr presented the R 970 SME crawler excavator at with the easy-to-open engine hood. the trade fair which is characterised by increased safety, productivity and efficiency. The undercarriage of the R 970 SME on show is a heavier and more robust S-HD model. The D9G travel mechanism is equipped with 600 mm wide, Première for the motorised folding 2-bar track pads of the larger R976 model for greater ladder rigidity and a longer service life. The new motorised folding ladder for the cab, which is A counterweight of 14.5 t increases the stability of the being unveiled to the public for the first time at Steinexpo, R 970 SME so that it can be equipped with a 5.2 m3 HD deserves a special mention. It is available as an option. By backhoe bucket. The boom has a length of 7 m, the stick pressing a switch an additional LED headlight with time- is 2.6 m long. out can be activated over the ladder, which illuminates the area of the ladder, thus guaranteeing optimal and secure

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In addition to the safety aspect, the R 970 SME also The R 970 SME is one of the four SME crawler excavator impresses with a higher level of efficiency and productivity, models from Liebherr which are suitable for quarrying. The which is achieved by the larger capacity of the backhoe models are available with operating weights from approx. 44 bucket, which can hold 5.20 m3, as well as higher digging t to 102 t. SME stands for „Super Mass Excavation“. These and breakout forces. The new Liebherr diesel engine versions are equipped with a reinforced undercarriage with SCR exhaust emissions aftertreatment system also featuring suspension components from the next model up complies with the requirements of the Stage IV / Tier 4f in the standard range. The R 970 SME features components exhaust emissions standard and is powerful yet fuel- from the 90-tonne standard model R 976. efficient at the same time. Liebherr also uses the counterweights of the larger The optimised maintenance intervals help lower costs standard machine for the SME crawler excavators. This and increase productivity, as downtimes are reduced and improves the stability of the machine and allows larger operating times are extended. The diverse offer of wear backhoe buckets to be used. Special hydraulic cylinders parts also ensures a longer service life of the backhoe give the machine outstanding digging and breakout forces. bucket. The optimal equipment can be found for every All-in-all, these measures ensure good performance and application thanks to the different bucket types, as well as economy of the crawler excavator. the Liebherr tooth system.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT:

Liebherr-France SAS Colmar / France Alban Villaumé Leiter Marketing / Kommunikation Telefon: +333 89 21 36 09 E-Mail: [email protected] With an operating weight of 80 tonnes, the R 970 SME features components from www.liebherr.com the 90-tonne standard model R 976. (Photos: Liebherr)

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Liebherr-Werk Telfs GmbH Liebherr showcased the PR 726 Litronic Telfs | Austria crawler tractor at Steinexpo 2017

• Pushing performance at highest level due to proactive performance adaptation • Cost-effective and efficient thanks to hydrostatic drive and selectable ECO mode • Modern comfort cab with completely redeveloped operator‘s workstation • Designed for 2D and 3D machine control systems of renowned manufacturers Liebherr showcased the PR 726 Litronic at Steinexpo makes the use of a diesel particulate filter superfluous, this year: a crawler tractor from Liebherr‘s successful thus simplifying maintenance for the customer. The generation 6. The series now totals six models with highly efficient combustion process facilitates low fuel operating weights from approximately 16 tonnes to over consumption. 70 tonnes, which comply with the emissions standards of Stage IV / Tier 4f. The optimal adaptation of the engine parameters to varying operating conditions is supported in a number of The PR 726 Litronic has an operating weight between ways by, for example, an in-house developed common 16,000 kg and 19,800 kg and its Liebherr diesel engine rail injection system incorporating an in-house developed delivers an output of 120 kW / 163 hp. The Liebherr PR electronic engine control. 726 is powered by a 4-cylinder Liebherr diesel engine that complies with the Stage IV / Tier 4f emissions standard. In The main components of the generation 6 crawler order to achieve the stipulated emissions and consumption tractors come from Liebherr‘s own production line and goals, the entire combustion process has been optimized to are therefore optimally tailored to the machine. Among reduce the particles, even within the engine, to a minimum. these components are the diesel engine and the common rail injection system, as well as electronic and various Liebherr also relies on selective catalytic reduction hydraulic components. Here, Liebherr can draw on over 50 (SCR technology) for the PR 726 to simplify the system years of experience in the development of crawler tractors. and to optimize the exhaust gas aftertreatment. This

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If required by the project conditions, an individual Maximum performance and efficiency machine control system can also be used consecutively on different Liebherr crawler tractors that are factory As with all generation 6 crawler tractors, the new PR prepared resulting in considerably lower investment costs 726 Litronic also features an electronic drive control with for the operator. integrated ECO function. This allows the operator to select between high performance and maximum economy. The Liebherr works intensively with the manufacturers of ECO control system here enables even greater travel drive the control systems both in the area of development and efficiency in light to medium-duty operations. after-sales, thereby ensuring that the user always receives optimal service from their chosen supplier. The proactive power control is another 6th generation innovation. This involves the detection of various machine parameters and if required results in an automatic increase of the engine output for a short time. As well as responding Equipment for any application more rapidly, the machines offer a tangible increase in pushing performance and dynamic response. The new PR 726 Litronic is made complete through its comprehensive range of equipment. This starts at the front The hydrostatic drive keeps the engine speed at a with a universal 6-way blade, with folding corners as an constant level. All drive components and the intelligent option for easy transport, extending through to a straight Liebherr engine management are optimally adapted to the blade and semi-U blade for moving larger quantities of speed, which makes a significant contribution to reduced material. To further simplify machine transportation, a fuel consumption. semi-U blade with an overall width of 3 meters for a track width of up to 610 mm is also available. At the rear, 3-shank The combined inching brake pedal facilitates the and 5-shank rippers can be chosen as well as, for example, transition from conventionally driven machines to Liebherr a hydraulic rope winch, counterweight or drawbar. generation 6 crawler tractors. With this equipment option, both the travel speed and the brake can be controlled via Based on the extensive experience of material handling the foot pedal. A key enhancement is the 3-way joystick operations that Liebherr has gained with its large dozers, (which can be locked in forward, stop, and reverse), which the new PR 726 Litronic can also be configured for industrial is also available as an option. applications such as handling of coal or wood chippings.

The PR 726 offers exceptional smooth running and The new PR 726 will also be offered in a special dozer perfect crawling properties. Long running gear systems, version for landfill sites, adding to the extensive range of an effective balance, and optimal visibility are superb Liebherr machines for this target group. Special equipment prerequisites for precise leveling, irrespective of whether features make this model the ideal system solution for this this is done manually or using automatic grading systems. challenging field of application and include, for example, a pressurized operator‘s cab as standard, special seals in the cab and engine area, protective devices and covers, optional reversible fans and special landfill blades with Plug-and-play: Easy installation of trash tracks or striker bars. machine control systems

For simple and trouble-free implementation of automatic machine control systems, Liebherr also offers Modern design and comfortable new cab factory-fitted preparation kits for the generation 6 crawler The modern design of the new generation 6 crawler tractors, which are available for the systems of well- tractors, with sloping edges on all sides and panoramic known manufacturers such as Trimble, Topcon, or Leica, windows, offers the operator an optimum all-round view of for example. the terrain as well as the blade and rear ripper. The view over the engine hood is completely clear as the exhaust Whether the machine operator opts for a 2D or 3D stack and lifting cylinders have been positioned behind the control system for the intended deployment, both laser A-posts. Good visibility enhances efficiency and improves and GPS systems or control systems with total station can safety in day-to-day work. be used on the same machine without any problems. This makes the installation easier and offers the owner the highest level of flexibility in the selection of their system.

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Numerous innovations in the operator‘s cab of the larger generation 6 machines have now filtered down into the Simple maintenance, low operating compact class. The travel and operation joysticks make costs, optimal planning reliability ergonomically safe handling and even more convenient work possible thanks to the new T-shape. The required Centralized servicing points, wide opening access traveling speed range can be preselected directly on the flaps and engine compartment doors, an operator‘s cab joystick enabling control of the tractor to be selected that tilts as standard and fans that fold out for cleaning precisely, especially at low speed. Driver detection takes (optional) facilitate perfect service access and simplify the place automatically by means of the integrated seat contact maintenance process. switch without a safety lever having to be activated. Depending on the application, and provided that regular The touch-sensitive system display for Liebherr quality checks are performed, the hydraulic oil change earthmoving machines is also featured on the new PR 726 interval can be as long as 8,000 hours of operation. Litronic. This enables important operating parameters, Compared with the predecessor model, the maintenance such as the ECO function or the travel drive response intervals of the diesel engine in the PR 726 have been and steering, to be adjusted intuitively and with a clear doubled to 2,000 operating hours, which results in reduced overview. operating costs overall.

For optimum illumination of the working area, halogen headlights or high-performance LEDs are used depending The PR 726 Litronic has an operating weight between 16,000 kg and on the chosen equipment level. 19,800 kg and its Liebherr diesel engine delivers an output of 120 kW / 163 hp. (Photos: Liebherr)

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The PR 726 Litronic’s undercarriage is a completely new development. The segmented sprocket has a larger Information about all machine data diameter with more teeth so that the operating life of the anywhere, at any time bushings and sprockets is extended. The Liebherr FTB undercarriage is also available as an option for the PR LiDAT, the data transfer and positioning system from 726. This swivel undercarriage with rotating bushings, Liebherr, supplies information, for example, on the machine exclusively developed for Liebherr, is particularly well- location and operation of the machines. Examples of suited for work on soft, abrasive ground and considerably this include the position of the machines, operating and extends the service life in sand, for example. If used in utilization times, fuel consumption and also service interval areas with impact loads, such as on stones and rocks, information. LiDAT data can also be used as a basis for the the trusted tracks with lifetime lubrication are the ideal calculation of rental rates. solution. Both undercarriage versions can be retrofitted retroactively. The precise location of the machine fleet at all times gives the fleet operator more planning reliability. As with all previous generation 6 models, the PR 726 Technicians can be sent out and spare parts planned more features a 3 year / 5,000 hr warranty on the whole drivetrain optimally thanks to the direct access to each machine. as standard and without charge. In addition, Liebherr offers Such a significant cost saving can be achieved while, at special guarantees as well as customized inspection and the same time, improving machine availability. service programs. This enables maintenance checks to be optimally scheduled giving customers reassurance across The LiDAT data can be accessed via GPRS or data the whole service life of the machine. carrier. As just a web browser is required to use LiDAT, information can be made readily available on a variety of FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: end-user devices. With user definable machine groups, large construction sites can be delimited for purposes of Liebherr-Werk Telfs GmbH organization. Telfs, Austria Alexander Katrycz Additional security is offered by an automatic alarm Telephon: +43 508096 1416 function, which can be set up for particularly important E-Mail: [email protected] information, for example. notification of critical operating www.liebherr.com conditions or a machine leaving a predetermined zone or being operated outside authorized hours.

The PR 726 Litronic has an operating weight between 16,000 kg and 19,800 kg and its Liebherr diesel engine delivers an output of 120 kW / 163 hp. (Photos: Liebherr)

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Liebherr-Hydraulikbagger GmbH Liebherr A 924 Litronic wheeled Kirchdorf an der Iller | Germany excavator at Steinexpo 2017 • Operating weight of between 21.5 and 26.5 tonnes • Above average performance and high levels of efficiency • Comfortable and safe work station for efficient operation

At Steinexpo 2017 Liebherr showcased the A 924 Litronic wheeled excavator with the new concept, which ensures compliance with Stage IV / Tier 4f emissions standards. The machine has an operating weight of between 21.5 and 26.5 tonnes and an engine power of 140 kW / 190 HP. Additionally Liebherr presents the SG 30B stone tongs attachment. It is a special version of the sorter grab designed for the safe and efficient movement of large stones and blocks of stone.

The A 924 Litronic combines above average performance with a high level of efficiency and is ideal for use in traditional earthmoving as well as in quarrying. The Liebherr wheeled excavator performs a range of tasks in quarries. It is suitable for mining, transport, crushing and sorting material, road construction and cleaning.

The machine on display at Steinexpo 2017 has a 2750 mm wide undercarriage with dozer blade at the rear and has a heavy counterweight that provides greater lifting capacities. The equipment includes a 5.8 m long adjustable boom with central lubrication, a 2.65 m dipper arm with Liebherr’s SWA 48 quick coupler system, including LIKUFIX, and 0.85 m³ capacity SG 30B stone tongs. The PowerLift option also included in the configuration ensures higher lifting capacities in the immediate vicinity of the machine, which results in increased productivity.

High-performance and efficient: the Liebherr A 924 Litronic wheeled excavator. (Photos: Liebherr)

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More power, lower consumption Comfortable cab

The Liebherr A 924 Litronic wheeled excavator is installed The new cab impresses with optimised safety and with a newly-developed Liebherr diesel engine that is additional comfort. It is one of the largest cabs in this highly efficient. This current engine generation benefits machine class. A foldable armrest, which provides the from Liebherr’s innovative SCR technology. This consists machine operator with enhanced safety when getting of an SCR catalyst system and other components such as in and out of the excavator, is included in the standard an injector and AdBlue® solution. A particulate filter is equipment. The optional Premium driver‘s seat can be not required but can be installed for special construction independently set to the weight of the machine operator site requirements. The complete system reduces exhaust and offers integrated seat cooling. The radio can be gas emissions effectively and has no negative effect on operated simply and conveniently via the central display. performance. The standard operation of the stabilizers via the joystick’s The wheeled excavator has a new hydraulic concept proportional controls also offers greater comfort. When with a total delivery rate of 602 l/min. Large hydraulic moving the machine, the operator does not need to change tool attachments and implements can also be used very grip and is able to complete levelling work with dexterity efficiently. The separate hydraulic pump in the closed and precision. Other standard equipment, including the slewing circuit only supplies the swing mechanism with wiper for the lower windscreen, spacious storage options, hydraulic fluid. The maximum delivery rate is therefore easy-to-clean floor mat and four-dimensional adjustable always available for turning the upper carriage and armrests, add to the comfort of the cab. ensures fast and dynamic rotary movements.

Thanks to the innovative Liebherr Power Efficiency system (LPE), which optimally regulates all the new Simple maintenance Liebherr wheeled excavators’ power management processes, fuel consumption is considerably reduced. The The service-orientated layout of the machine guarantees proactive intervention in the engine management system, short maintenance periods and minimises associated adjustment of the swing angle of the maintenance costs. All components of hydraulic pump and of the engine speed the new A 924 Litronic that need to be together provide optimum efficiency of the serviced are clearly arranged. Service drive components in every work situation.

The Liebherr SG 30B stone tongs attachment impresses with the perfect combination of stability and lightweight design for increasing the load bearing capacity whilst keeping fuel consumption low. (PHotos: Liebherr)

Issue 03 | 2017 www.advanced-mining.com 113 NEWS & REPORTS doors that open out wide and lock automatically make Liebherr also has a heavy lift version of this machine these components easy to reach. The engine oil, fuel, air type available. The A 924 Heavy Lift Litronic is the largest and cab air filters are easily and safely accessible from serial wheeled excavator built by Liebherr. This wheeled the ground. excavator has an operating weight of between 26.5 and 28 tonnes and an engine power of 160 kW / 217 HP. When servicing is required, Liebherr’s dense service network is able to provide short response times. Service technicians trained by Liebherr perform service and maintenance tasks on site quickly and in accordance with manufacturer specifications. This minimises downtime, FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: increasing the productivity of the machine as a result. Liebherr-Hydraulikbagger GmbH Kirchdorf an der Iller / Germany Stefanie Willburger Marketing Experience that has proved its worth Telefon: +49 7354 80-7953 E-Mail: [email protected] Key components including the diesel engine, www.liebherr.com SCR technology, hydraulic components, electronics components, swing ring and swing drive are developed, tested and produced by Liebherr. The great depth of in- house manufacturing experience guarantees the highest level of quality and provides optimal configuration of components. All steel components are also designed and High-performance and efficient: the Liebherr A 924 manufactured by Liebherr. Designed from steel plates for Litronic wheeled excavator. (Photos: Liebherr) the toughest requirements and applications, they provide high torsional rigidity and optimal absorption of forces for a long service life.

Efficient thanks to compatible tool attachments and implements

The SG 30B stone tongs attachment is a special version of the sorter grab designed for the safe and efficient movement of large stones and blocks of stone. Here again Liebherr uses a very high proportion of in-house produced components. The large swing ring and massive hydraulic cylinder, as well as the inner hydraulic lines for attachment with LIKUFIX, ensure a longer service life for tool attachments and implements. Buckets are secured to the mounting with Passfix bolts. The sealed and play-free bearings guarantee a high level of reliability. Thanks to the high clamping force, the material has a firm and safe grip at all times. Precise, sensitive rotation of the stone tongs is also possible. The lightweight yet stable steel structure enables higher lifting capacities with fuel consumption simultaneously low. A central lubrication system, hose protection for the cylinder hoses and a shut-off valve, which prevents the grab opening if the pressure drops, can also be included on request.

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Komatsu Europe International N.V. The primary machine for large scale production: Hanover | Germany Mining, quarry and mass earth excavation applications Komatsu Europe announced the new PC700LC-11 hydraulic excavator at Steinexpo

The primary machine for large scale production: Mining, quarry and mass earth excavation applications. (Photo: Komatsu)

Komatsu Europe International N.V. announces the new PC700LC-11 hydraulic excavator. With an operating weight between 67.500 kg - 69.500 kg, the PC700LC-11 is EU Stage IV emissions compliant and maintains the powerful productivity and transportability of the previous model, while improving cab design and serviceability - and fuel efficiency by up to 6%.

The latest KOMTRAX™ telematics, and the Komatsu ISO certified cab, specifically designed for hydraulic excavators, Care® maintenance program, offer top fleet management strengthened by a reinforced box structure framework. (Photo: and support, protect the machine against misuse and Komatsu) guarantee maximum efficiency and uptime.

Vince Porteous, Product Manager at Komatsu Europe states:

“The PC700LC-11 was designed and manufactured by Komatsu specifically for hard and highly demanding applications such as mining, quarries and mass earth excavation. Komatsu’s commitment to reduce operational costs through outstanding fuel efficiency, high productivity and reliable performance, has already been well received by the European market. The PC700LC-11 offers outstanding

Issue 03 | 2017 www.advanced-mining.com 115 NEWS & REPORTS fuel consumption. Its Komatsu-designed aftertreatment • Standard, heated air suspension high back seat, with new, system is the best on the market and customers also fully adjustable armrests for improved comfort. benefit of low AdBlue® consumption. We have created • Standard AM/FM stereo radio, plus auxiliary input, for not just an exceptional primary mover, but a workstation connecting external devices to play music through the cab with incorporated operator safety and comfort”. speakers. • 12-volt power ports incorporated into the cab. • Enhanced, high-resolution, seven inch LCD colour monitor Standard features of the new displays information in 33 languages, for global support. • Operator can select up to three working modes to match PC700LC-11 include: machine performance to the application. EU Stage IV Certified Engine Technology • Monitor panel displays AdBlue® fluid level, ecology guidance, operational records, fuel consumption history, • A 327 kW (439 HP), Komatsu SAA6D140E-7, EU Stage IV and utilization information. emissions certified engine. • New display combines vehicle information with wide, • Integrated, Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) system that landscape view from standard side and rear view cameras. uses AdBlue® to meet EU Stage IV emission regulations for Komatsu’s KomVison is optional and provides the operator NOx emissions. with a bird’s eye view of the surrounding working environment. • Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT) and an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve for more precise temperature and air management control, as well as longer component life. Convenient Maintenance and Serviceability

Highly Efficient Hydraulic System • Handrails on both sides of the upper structure for easier access. • All major components, including the engine, hydraulic pumps, • Large, easy-to-reach, 62 litre refill capacity AdBlue® tank, in motors, and valves exclusively designed and produced by a lockable compartment, provides Komatsu. • 3:1 diesel-to-AdBlue® refill ratio. • Integrated design, using a Komatsu open centre load sensing hydraulic system, features three working modes to match • Hydraulically-driven fan can be manually reversed to simplify performance in a wide variety of applications. cleaning the cooling assembly. • Additional hydraulic system enhancements reduce hydraulic • Radiator and hydraulic oil coolers mounted side by side, for loss, improving efficiency. easy maintenance and service. • Hydraulically-driven, reversible cooling fan varies fan • Standard, 24 volt lubrication pump with hose reel to ease speed in response to coolant, hydraulic oil, and ambient air grease-fitting maintenance. temperatures, creating better efficiency and a quiet work • Exclusive Komatsu EMMS (Equipment Management environment for the operator. Monitoring System) continuously monitors all critical systems, enables preventative maintenance, and provides trouble-shooting assistance to minimize diagnosis and repair time. Operator Environment

• Control lever: Neutral detection system • Comfortable, quiet work environment to help operators maximize productivity. • ISO certified cab, specifically designed for hydraulic excavators, strengthened by a reinforced box structure framework. • Cab mounted on viscous isolation dampers for low vibration levels.

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Komatsu Europe International N.V. PC390HRD-11 „High Reach“: Hanover | Germany Komatsu Europe announced the new PC390HRD-11 High Reach Demolition Excavator

PC390HRD-11 „High Reach“ - Komatsu reaches new heights with award-winning excavator (Photo: Komatsu) The new PC390HRD-11 is the latest in Komatsu’s range of heavy duty demolition machines. It brings “best in class” working power to the 50 tonne machine sector, can be configured in six different working arrangements, can carry a 2.5 tonne demolition tool up to an impressive height of 26 metres, and can also work with a 4-tonne demolition tool up to 15 metres. Operators of the new machine will work through the widest possible range with optimal control and safety.

The new PC390HRD-11 excavator is a revolutionary and The working range indication system on the versatile Komatsu unit that removes the need for multiple PC390HRD-11 is a new important and advanced feature: machines in the demolition process. It was designed and it allows the operator to use the machine to its maximum developed, using customer feedback, by Komatsu UK effect without compromising safety, even through a full (KUK), a plant located near Newcastle, in the North East 360o. It can also display the view from the optional arm of England. end camera system.

As Komatsu UK also manufactures the PC390HRD-11 The standard undercarriage fitted to the new excavator the whole machine works together as one complete is a mechanically variable style, with a much larger system, ensuring smooth operation, precision, stability and footprint than the outgoing PC350LC-8 HRD. This gives the operator comfort. machine great stability. The new hydraulic undercarriage option makes it exceptionally easy and quick to set up the In the development process, Komatsu recognised that machine on site and to reduce the transport width to less demolition machines must be moved from site to site as than 3m. easily as possible. A lot of effort went into the transport arrangements for PC390HRD-11 and the machine was kept In May 2017, clients from across Europe were welcomed as compact and light as possible, without compromising at KUK to the PC390HRD-11’s official launch and showcase. durability. The new Komatsu excavator created further excitement across the construction industry when it scooped this

Issue 03 | 2017 www.advanced-mining.com 117 NEWS & REPORTS year’s prestigious National Federation of Demolition Contractors (NFDC) Award for innovation. It was also Komatsu PC390HRD-11 - shortlisted for the innovation awards of the Syndicat Features and Benefits National des Entreprises de Démolition (SNED) in France. • EU Stage IV emissions compliant – Able to work in low Stuart Blackham, Design Manager for demolition emissions zones. products at Komatsu UK, said: • Powerful Engine - 202 kW / 271 HP @ 1.950 rpm “All of the people who have worked on the project are • Operating Weight - 45.760 -61.800 kg delighted to have been recognised for their hard work. • Best in class 26m Extended High Reach configuration, with We are really pleased that a machine that was designed, 2.500kg attachment. developed and manufactured here at KUK has been • 3.350kg attachment in 23m high reach arrangement. received so well, and will be used across Europe.” • 4.000kg attachment in 15.5m Medium Reach (2 position) configuration. He added: “There is a desire at Komatsu to continually drive forward improvements and innovation, no matter • New working Range Indicator system – Full colour display how well our machines already perform. This new high shows machine limits, and keeps operator in control at all reach machine is an example of how customer feedback, times. combined with our own invention and innovation, can help • 360o working range - Calibrated working range indicator create a game-changing machine.” shows safe working zones. • Mechanically adjustable undercarriage – Minimum transport width, exceptional working stability. Simon Saunders is Product Manager for • LED working lamps – Better vision for safer operation. • Tilting cab control on wrist controller – Operator convenience Komatsu Europe demolition machines. & safety • Parallel link windscreen wiper – Improved visibility increases He said: “A lot of hard work went into the PC390HRD-11, productivity and jobsite safety. and it is great to see it being recognised. Since the • New work equipment stands - Purpose designed for easy beginning, Komatsu has sought to build leading machines transport in their individual fields, and this is clearly continuing year on year - Komatsu is making its mark, with this fantastic • Lifting eyes positioned for easy movement of work equipment new machine, and the KUK team is at the heart of that.” sections. • Arm end camera option – Improved view of working area The latest KOMTRAX™ telematics, and the Komatsu helps avoid equipment damage Care® complimentary • Neutral Detection System – Helps avoid unintended maintenance program, movement of machine. offer top fleet management and support, protect the machine against misuse and guarantee maximum efficiency and uptime. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT:

Komatsu Europe International N.V. Kevin Broman +32 2 255 24 58 [email protected] www.komatsu.eu

PC390HRD-11 „High Reach“ - Komatsu reaches new heights with award-winning excavator (Photo: Komatsu)

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Komatsu Europe International N.V. Increased productivity, improved access and Hanover | Germany all-new operator environment: Komatsu Europe introduced new HD325-8 and HD405-8 rigid dump trucks

Increased productivity, improved access and all-new operator environment: Komatsu Europe introduced new HD325-8 and HD405- 8 rigid dump trucks (Photo: Komatsu)

Komatsu Europe International N.V. announces the new HD325-8 and HD405-8 rigid dump trucks. These latest additions to the Komatsu rigid frame truck family combine increased engine power and the Komatsu Traction Control System (KTCS) for improved productivity. They feature payload capacities of 36,5 and 40 metric tonnes respectively and replace the HD325-7 and HD405-7 models. Both new trucks feature a EU Stage IV certified The latest KOMTRAX™ telematics, and the Komatsu Komatsu SAA6D140-7 engine that puts out 386 kW (518 Care® maintenance program, offer top fleet management HP). The latest engine technology from Komatsu also and support, protect the machine against misuse and reduces fuel consumption. The optional Komatsu Traction guarantee maximum efficiency and uptime. Control System (KTCS) automatically applies the brakes independently to achieve optimum traction in varying Other new standard features for the two new trucks ground conditions. Because the system operates without include a seven-inch LCD colour monitor, a dedicated rear- the need for differential lock-up, steering performance is view monitor, fast-fill fuel system and a premium heated not compromised. and ventilated operator’s seat with air suspension. Front access is improved with sloped stairs and handrails, in “With the integration of the latest Komatsu engine place of the previous ladder configuration. technology, the new HD325-8 and HD405-8 are designed to offer a maximized productivity with a low operational cost” says Jeroen De Roeck, Product Manager at Komatsu Europe. “The new spacious and ergonomic operator cab, with fully adjustable, heated and ventilated operator seat, provides a first-class, comfortable work environment”.

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Standard features of the new HD325-8 Additional Features/Benefits

AND HD405-8: • Angled front access stairs with handrails are now standard for both sides of the machine. Komatsu Engine Technology • Komatsu Advanced Transmission with Optimum Modulation Control System (K-ATOMiCS) adjusts shifting performance • The powerful SAA6D140-7 engine provides 386 kW (518 HP). per demand for a more comfortable ride and reduced • The hydraulically actuated Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) material spillage. and Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT) ensure precise • Integrated and highly responsive retarder with big retarder operation and quick engine response. absorbing capacity. • Maintenance of engines is simplified with enhanced monitor • Automatic Retard Speed Control (ARSC) automatically panel capability and service features. maintains a selected downhill travel speed (rather than • KOMTRAX™ and the monitor panel provide critical engine RPM) that is appropriate for the grade. information for easy monitoring and key data for production • Komatsu integrated payload meter (PLM) data is available on management. the machine monitor and remotely via the web. • Komatsu Diesel Particulate Filter (KDPF) and other after- • Tight turning radius with MacPherson strut front suspension. treatment components are designed in conjunction with the • Hydropneumatic suspension system for a smooth ride. engine for efficiency and long life. • Automatic KDPF regeneration is performed passively, with no action required of the operator and no interference with machine operation. • Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: New In-Cab Enhancements/Features Komatsu Europe International N.V. Kevin Broman +32 2 255 24 58 • New, air-suspension, high-back, ventilated and heated seat [email protected] softens machine vibrations for operator comfort and cast www.komatsu.eu frame members increase strength. • Seven-inch, full colour, high resolution monitor delivers a sharp picture and vivid colours, even in harsh light. • Komatsu Auto Idle Shutdown can reduce idle time and save fuel. Increased productivity, improved access and all-new operator environment: Komatsu Europe introduced new HD325-8 and HD405- • Separate, full colour, rear-view monitor with improved line- 8 rigid dump trucks (Photo: Komatsu) of-sight. • Pioneering KOMTRAX™ telematics system and monitor provides key machine metrics, including KDPF status, fuel consumption, plus performance information collected and sorted by operator ID. • Auxiliary jack and two 12 volt ports.

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Komatsu Europe International N.V. Increased horsepower, reduced fuel consumption, Hanover | Germany improved access and all-new operator environment: Komatsu Europe introduces new HD465-8 and HD605-8 rigid dump trucks

Increased horsepower, reduced fuel consumption, improved access and all-new operator environment: Komatsu Europe introduces new HD465-8 and HD605-8 rigid dump trucks (Photo: Komatsu)

Komatsu Europe announces the new HD465-8 and HD605-8 rigid dump trucks. These additions to the Komatsu rigid frame truck family combine increased engine power and the Komatsu Traction Control System (KTCS) for improved productivity. They feature payload capacities of 55 and 63 metric tonnes respectively and replace the HD465-7 and HD605-7 models.

Both new trucks feature a Komatsu SAA6D170E-7 The latest KOMTRAX™ telematics, and the Komatsu engine with its power increased to 578 kW (775 HP). This Care® maintenance program, offer top fleet management latest engine technology from Komatsu also reduces and support, protect the machine against misuse and fuel consumption. The optional Komatsu Traction guarantee maximum efficiency and uptime. Control System (KTCS) automatically applies the brakes independently to achieve optimum traction in varying Other new standard features for the two new trucks ground conditions. Because the system operates without include a seven-inch LCD colour monitor, a dedicated rear- the need for differential lock-up, steering performance is view monitor, fast-fill fuel system, an engine compartment not compromised. light, and a premium heated and ventilated operator’s seat with air suspension. Front access is improved with “With the integration of the latest Komatsu engine sloped stairs and handrails, in place of the previous ladder technology, and increased power, the new HD465-8 and configuration. HD605-8 are designed to offer maximized productivity and low operation costs” says Jeroen De Roeck, Product Manager at Komatsu Europe. “The new spacious and ergonomic operator cab, with fully adjustable, heated and ventilated operator seat, provides a first-class comfortable work environment”.

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• Komatsu Auto Idle Shutdown can reduce idle time and save Standard features of the new HD465-8 fuel. AND HD605-8: • Separate, full colour, rear-view monitor with improved line- of-sight. • Pioneering KOMTRAX™ Plus telematics system and monitor Komatsu Engine Technology provides key machine metrics, including KDPF status, fuel consumption, plus performance information collected and • The powerful SAA6D170E-7 engine provides 578 kW (775 HP). sorted by operator ID. • The hydraulically actuated Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) • Auxiliary jack and two 12 volt ports. and Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT) ensure precise operation and quick engine response. • Maintenance of engines is simplified with enhanced monitor panel capability and service features. Additional Features/Benefits • KOMTRAX™ and the monitor panel provide critical informati- on for easy monitoring and key data for production manage- • Angled front access stairs with handrails are now standard ment. for both sides of the machine. • Komatsu Diesel Particulate Filter (KDPF) and other after- • Komatsu Advanced Transmission with Optimum Modulation treatment components are designed in conjunction with the Control System (K-ATOMiCS) adjusts shifting performance engine for efficiency and long life. per demand for a more comfortable ride and reduced mate- • Automatic KDPF regeneration is performed passively, with rial spillage. no action required of the operator and no interference with • Integrated and highly responsive retarder with big retarder machine operation. absorbing capacity. • No Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system is required for • Automatic Retard Speed Control (ARSC) automatically main- these models. tains a selected downhill travel speed (rather than engine RPM) that is appropriate for the grade. • Komatsu integrated payload meter (PLM) data is available on New In-Cab Enhancements/Features the machine monitor and remotely via the web. • Tight turning radius with MacPherson strut front suspension.

• New, air-suspension, high-back, ventilated and heated seat • Hydropneumatic suspension system for a smooth ride. softens machine vibrations for operator comfort and cast frame members increase strength. • Seven-inch, full colour, high resolution monitor delivers a sharp picture and vivid colours, even in harsh light.

Increased horsepower, reduced fuel consumption, improved access and all-new operator environment: Komatsu Europe introduces new HD465-8 and HD605-8 rigid dump trucks (Photo: Komatsu)

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Komatsu Europe International N.V. Kevin Broman +32 2 255 24 58 [email protected] www.komatsu.eu

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MB CRUSHER Around the world in 80... applications! Fara Vicentino | Italy At the end of August, the MB Crusher tour of the most important international trade fairs recommenced

t the end of August, the MB Crusher tour of the most important international trade fairs recommenced (Photos: MB Crusher)

here are those who use the equipment for pipe laying, for the selection of the fine-grade Tmaterial used to cover the pipes. There are those who work in demolition and need to recycle the waste by-products. There are also the owners of huge quarries who use the equipment in places that large fixed systems cannot reach. And there are also those who need to work in a town centre, using machinery which reduces the production of dust and which takes up less space. Different sectors, all with the same common denominator: saving time and money. There is something for everyone, or rather, for every area of application. Because MB Crusher has thought of every sector: crusher buckets, screening buckets, grapples and drum cutters - all made entirely in Italy - are machines which can be applied to any heavy machinery, from the smallest to the biggest, and which can be used in various ways. To see them first-hand, in real demonstration areas, The first appointment was from 30 August to MB Crusher will be welcoming its clients during the most 2 September, in Germany, where, during the “Steinexpo” important sector trade fairs in Europe and worldwide. fair, the German branch, MB Deutschland, had setting up a testing area. And there was more: it had also been possible to see the biggest crusher bucket in the world first-hand, The Quarrying and Mining sector the BF150.10, suitable for excavators of over 70 tons. From Germany, MB Crusher then flys off to the States, There are four events not to be missed in the Quarry and where the MB America branch had been taking part in Mine sector, to which the Italian company has dedicated a “The Mining Operations Forum” from 24 to 26 September. special product line: the largest models in the range have, in fact, been designed to process waste materials from Again, at the end of September, from 27 to 30, MB mining, which can then be reused for the construction and products displayed at the “Marmomacc” fair in Verona. maintenance of the internal road network, the maintenance of roadways, and the filling of holes and digs.

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Lastly, the French branch MB France will be participating in the “Sim” fair in Metz from 18 to 20 October.

The Recycling sector

For those who work with recycling, there are three essential appointments.

The first, from 7 to 10 September, was the “Matexpo” fair in Belgium.

From 20 to 21 September, MB Crusher products were shown at work in a testing area at the “Salon B&TP” in France.

Lastly, the final appointment in November will be in Italy, in Rimini, where MB will be presenting the special line dedicated to recycling during the “Ecomondo” fair (from 7 to 10 November).

The Building and Construction sector

For those working in the world of construction, MB will be dedicating a special exhibition area to its products on three different occasions: from 13 to 17 September MB was at the “NordBau” fair in Germany; from 3 to 5 October in the USA at the “ICUEE” fair; and the year will end in India, where the Indian MB branch will take part in the “EXCON” fair from 12 to 16 December.

The year will come to an end, but 2018 is just around the corner. And the MB tour will continue, will new fairs and demo tours in collaboration with the most important local partners.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT:

MB S.p.A. Via Astico,n° 30/A 36030 Fara Vicentino (VI) - Italy Tel: +39 0445 308148 Fax: +39 0445 308179 Web: www.mbcrusher.come

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Caterpillar Inc. New Electric Drive Cat® 988K XE Wheel Loader Offers Higher Fuel Efficiency and Lower Total Cost of Ownership Electric drive loader delivers 25% greater overall efficiency and up to 10% more productivity in load-and-carry applications than the industry leader 988K loader

New Electric Drive Cat® 988K XE Wheel Loader Offers Higher Fuel Efficiency and Lower Total Cost of Ownership. (Photos: Caterpillar)

The new Cat® 988K XE is the first wheel loader offered by Caterpillar with a high- efficiency electric drive system. This new large wheel loader joins the industry leader 988K and the recently launched 986K wheel loaders to provide customers with the most cost-effective loader for each application. Delivering high-production in all loading applications, the 988K XE is recommended for demanding job sites where fuel efficiency makes a difference in the machine’s total cost of operation.

The new loader features switched reluctance New Electric Drive Cat® 988K XE Wheel Loader Offers Higher Fuel (SR) technology and leverages more than 15 years Efficiency and Lower Total Cost of Ownership. (Photos: Caterpillar) of Cat electric drive experience and more than 4 years of stringent testing in a range of applications for proven reliability in the field. The field proven and tested C18 ACERT™ engine, mechanical dropbox, driveline and axles from the 988K remain in the electric drive machine for consistent, trouble-free operation.

Maximum Efficiency & Productivity

Offering increased truck loading and load- and-carry efficiency, the new 988K XE increases efficiency by 25% overall and by up to 49% in

Issue 03 | 2017 www.advanced-mining.com 126 NEWS & REPORTS face-loading applications, as compared to the 988K. This The durable SR drive motor, generator and inverter are reduces costs and helps operations reduce greenhouse built to last through the second engine life with minimum gas emissions and carbon footprint. At the same time, maintenance. Additionally, the efficient electric drive Caterpillar production studies report the new loader design increases engine life by up to 3,500 hours, extending delivers up to 10% higher productivity in load-and-carry time between powertrain rebuilds. applications. To assist with electric drive rebuilds, Caterpillar offers The new Cat 988K XE loader offers a range of bucket customers world-class service training material, backed by capacities from 6.2-17 yd3 (4.7-13 m3). Rated standard industry-leading customer support from the extensive Cat and high lift payload for the loader reaches 12.5 tons (11.3 dealer network. Remanufactured drive motors, generators tonnes) when working with face material and 16 tons (14.5 and inverters will also be available to reduce rebuild cost. tonnes) with loose material. Advansys™ Series Ground Engaging Tools (GET) protect bucket components and reduce operating costs, so operations can get the most out of machine performance. Similar Operation, Greater Productivity

The standard 988K XE wheel loader is performance Slight changes inside the cab of the new 988K XE matched to offer efficient 3-pass loading of the 42.6-ton provide operators with the familiar functions and feel of (38.6-tonne) Cat 770G and 4-pass loading of the 51-ton the 988K. At the same time, operators will experience (46.3-tonne) Cat 772. Its high-lift configuration delivers improved handling smoothness and ease of operation. The 5-pass loading of the 61-ton (55.3-tonne) Cat 773G and new loader offers a single speed range, so the machine 6-pass loading of the 70.5-ton (64-tonne) Cat 775G. efficiently operates without the need for gear shifting. New virtual gears help to control machine ground speed and deliver smooth direction shifts.

Extended Service, Lower Ownership The standard Cat Product Link™ offers remote data monitoring through VisionLink®, so key personnel can stay Costs informed of critical machine operating data. Fuel usage, payload summaries, scheduled service reminders, fault Cat electric drive technology found in the new 988K XE code alerts and various productivity reports are available lowers overall maintenance costs, while increasing engine to help improve machine management. Additionally, the life expectancy. Offering extended oil change intervals of 2,000 hours, the electric drive wheel loader uses 40% less powertrain oil. New Electric Drive Cat® 988K XE Wheel Loader Offers Higher Fuel Efficiency and Lower Total Cost of Ownership. (Photos: Caterpillar)

Issue 03 | 2017 www.advanced-mining.com 127 NEWS & REPORTS onboard Vital Information Management System (VIMS) provides the operator with operating data such as real- About Caterpillar time fuel consumption and fuel efficiency via an interactive touch screen display. For more than 90 years, Caterpillar Inc. has been making sustainable progress possible and driving positive change on every continent. Customers turn to Caterpillar to help them develop The new Cat 988K XE loader is equipped with a host infrastructure, energy and natural resource assets. With 2016 sales of technology solutions to increase operating efficiency and revenues of $38.537 billion, Caterpillar is the world’s leading and machine uptime. Cat Production Measurement (CPM) manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and brings payload weighing to the cab, so operators can natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric work more productively and deliver accurate loads with locomotives. The company principally operates through its three confidence. CPM offers advanced weighing modes, which product segments - Construction Industries, Resource Industries assist with payload accuracy and increase loading cycle and Energy & Transportation - and also provides financing and speed. related services through its Financial Products segment. For more information, visit caterpillar.com Optional Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) is a fully integrated Cat feature, which enables operators to monitor tire inflation. Available through the VIMS display, the operator can quickly view each tire’s pressure and take action when needed to reduce wear and increase service life.

As customers have come to expect from the 988K, operators safely access via left- or right-hand stairs built at a reduced 45-degree angle and maintain three points of contact at all times. The STIC steer armrest easily folds up, allowing the operator to quickly enter the cab. Isolation cab mounts and an air-suspension seat reduce vibration transmitted to the operator for increased comfort, while the enclosed pressurized structure reduces operator sound levels. The automatic, in-cab temperature control system maintains operator comfort even in extreme temperatures.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT:

Caterpillar Inc. Americas Sharon Holling [email protected] Johanna Kelly [email protected]

Europe, Africa, Middle East Francine Shore [email protected] www.cat.com

New Electric Drive Cat® 988K XE Wheel Loader Offers Higher Fuel Efficiency and Lower Total Cost of Ownership. (Photos: Caterpillar)

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Caterpillar Inc. Cat® Excavator Makes Appearance in New Movie, “Transformers: The Last Knight,” Directed by Michael Bay

A Cat® excavator is next in line to carry on the tradition of Cat equipment appearing on the big screen when it joins the team of hero robots in the highly anticipated film “Transformers: The Last Knight,” directed by Michael Bay recently opened in cinemas. Audiences will spot the Cat excavator among the vehicles hiding in an auto salvage yard along with Cade Yeager (Mark Wahlberg) and a group of the heroic Autobots. way to exemplify this paradigm shift than to join forces Highly Aligned Tributes with the iconic Transformers movie franchise in the film ‘Transformers: The Last Knight’.” Speaking on the excavator’s movie appearance and shared attributes between Caterpillar and the Transformers films, Jessica Nunley, global marketing innovation manager for construction equipment at Caterpillar, comments both Rise to the Challenge brands are well aligned. “The attributes associated with the Transformers movie franchise – strength, loyalty and Every day, Cat equipment rises to the challenge to protection – line up perfectly with the Caterpillar brand,” help customers overcome their trials – tough conditions, she says. “The Autobots take on the role of partners who impossible deadlines and the never-ending fight to grow help the movie’s hero rise to the challenge, and Caterpillar margins. In conjunction with the movie release, Caterpillar views our customer partnerships the same way. As we has launched www.catrisetothechallenge.com to release develop new products for the jobsite of the future, we’re information related to Cat equipment and the movie. all about transformation. We want to help our customers change the construction industry for the better.”

The Age of Smart Iron offered by Caterpillar transforms About „Transformers: The Last Knight“ jobsites by allowing entire fleets to speak the same language and introduces machine advancements faster In Transformers: The Last Knight, humans are at war and more frequently than ever before. “Through the with the Transformers, and Optimus Prime is gone. The key integration of Cat® Connect technologies, such as LINK, to saving the future lies buried in the secrets of the past GRADE, PAYLOAD and DETECT, Caterpillar is changing the and the hidden history of Transformers on Earth. Now, it‘s way the construction industry can increase productivity, up to the unlikely alliance of Cade Yeager (Mark Wahlberg), achieve efficiency gains and protect the safety of workers Bumblebee, an English lord (Anthony Hopkins) and an on the jobsite,” says Kurt Norris, global marketing manager, Oxford professor (Laura Haddock) to save the world. The Global Construction & Infrastructure division. “We have film has recently opened in cinemas. entered the Age of Smart Iron and I can think of no better

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Caterpillar Inc. Cat® D3K2 Mulcher Features Durable, Productive Design with Operator Safety and Comfort as Priorities

Cat® D3K2 Mulcher Features Durable, Productive Design with Operator Safety and Comfort as Priorities. (Photos: Caterpillar)

The new, factory-built Cat® D3K2 mulcher combines the solid foundation of the Cat D3K2 dozer with the ruggedly designed Cat HM518 mulcher to take on a mix of small to medium diameter material in a wide range of applications, including right-of-way construction / maintenance, site development, tree management, and fire-break clearing. Available with either a conventional long (XL) undercarriage or a low- ground-pressure (LGP) undercarriage, this mulching machine works efficiently in soft underfoot conditions, on slopes, and in rough terrain. For added utility, the mulcher can be removed and an optional Cat VPAT (variable-pitch/angle/tilt) blade installed. The width of the HM518 mulcher, featuring an 1822 mm- Caterpillar markets the D3K2 mulcher as a complete wide drum, is matched to the operating width of the D3K2 model configuration, and the HM518 mulcher cannot be for optimum efficiency and productivity. Finished debris retrofitted to standard D3K2 dozer models. This mulching size depends on the type of material being processed and machine also provides an added choice in combination the time allowed for multiple passes. with the Cat 299D XHP compact track loader.

Operator safety and comfort are priorities in the design of the D3K2 mulcher. The pressurized cab, with 360-degree FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: visibility, is fitted with screens and „poly-carb“ windows for added protection when mulching. The pressure gauge Caterpillar Inc. mounted to the mulcher frame allows the operator to Americas easily monitor mulcher performance and the hydraulically Sharon Holling adjustable push guard and hydraulically operated [email protected] front hood provide an added measure of safety. An air Johanna Kelly [email protected] suspension seat (with seat-mounted controls) reduces operator fatigue and promotes high production. Europe, Africa, Middle East Francine Shore [email protected] www.cat.com

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Caterpillar Inc. Advanced Scalable Technology for the New Cat® MD6310 Rotary Blasthole Drill Improves Drilling Efficiency and Productivity

Advanced Scalable Technology for the New Cat® MD6310 Rotary Blasthole Drill Improves Drilling Efficiency and Productivity. (Photos: Caterpillar)

Building on the solid legacy of the MD6420C, the new Cat® MD6310 blasthole drill offers substantial technology, efficiency and productivity improvements. A key advantage of the machine, Cat Electronics delivers advanced troubleshooting for efficient drill operation and scalable automation. The building blocks include drill assist, semi- autonomous and remote control operation, and machine health reporting to improve drilling accuracy, reduce fuel consumption and lower total cost of ownership. Ideal for 12- and 15-m bench heights, the new MD6310 is application-built for efficient single pass drilling down Technology improves drilling accuracy to 13.7 m (44.9 ft) or 17.5 m (57.4 ft), depending on mast Cat Command for drilling leverages remote and configuration. Offering up to 30-degree angle holes for autonomous drill operation and serves as the MD6310 cast blasting, it is ideal for numerous mining applications. drill’s off-board technology foundation. Scalable solutions Reaching deeper hole depths than the MD6420C, the MD6310 better matches specific drill and blast requirements when working with Electric Rope Shovels or other loading tools that require a tall and steep muck pile. Standard on the MD6310 is a drill depth indicator, auto level/retract, auto mast, all of which contribute to cycle time improvement.

The MD6310’s new FOPS cab. (Photos: Caterpillar)

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Advanced Scalable Technology for the New Cat® MD6310 Rotary Blasthole Drill Improves Drilling Efficiency and Productivity. (Photos: Caterpillar)

allow customers to select the precise level of drilling automation to match operating needs. The Drill Assist Efficient drilling performance option executes all major functions for single pass drilling Offering superior performance in DTH and Rotary for which automatically adapts and adjusts drill power to soft, medium and hard rock applications, the versatile match the ground conditions which streamlines the entire MD6310 drills up to 311-mm (12.25 in) hole diameters. drill cycle and lengthens bit life. When equipped with the 13.7-m (44.9-ft) mast, it delivers up to 289.13 kN (65,000 lb) pull-down and hoist capacity to drill Cat Terrain for drilling guides the drill for up to 4 times hole depths reaching 62.5 m (205 ft). The 17.5-m (57.4-ft) greater pattern accuracy to ensure every hole is accurately mast delivers up to 382.5 kN (86,000 lb) pull-down and hoist placed and drilled to plan. Cat Terrain’s logging function capacity for drilling hole depths down to 48 m (157.5 ft). ensures all production is timed, mapped and recorded. Cat Terrain’s HP GPS ensures: The flexible MD6310 features angle drilling to 30 degrees from vertical in 5-degree increments. With its 14-degree • Accurate hole placement based on HP GPS navigation approach angle for easy ramp access and loading, the drill • Proper hole depth achieved using GPS to calculate and boasts a rugged Cat 349E EL excavator-type undercarriage adjust based on altitude equipped with either 600 mm (23.6 in) triple grousers for • Proper hole angle through orienting the drill heading and hard rock applications or 750 mm (29.5 in) triple grousers position for working in soft rock. In addition, three-point oscillating suspension reduces the transfer of excessive torsional The MD6310 offers semi-autonomous drilling of single forces to the main frame. row missions and remote control operation for remote operation missions. One remote operator station allows Built for a variety of extremes, the new MD6310 delivers an operator to manage drill operations and run up to three reliable operation at elevations as high as 4 750 m (15,000 machines simultaneously. ft) and subzero temperatures reaching -40° C (-40° F), when equipped with a cold weather package. It is powered Standard Cat Product Link™ improves fleet management, by a Cat C32 ACERT™ Tier 4 Final engine that produces allowing customers to better manage their business and 760 kW (1,018 hp) at 1,800 rpm, or a Tier 2 equivalent day-to-day operations. VisionLink®, a standard feature, engine producing 770 kW (1,032 hp) at 1,800 rpm. A true grants users secure access to customizable reports and global machine, the new MD6310 is CE compliant, EAEU mapping, giving users equipment data critical for better certifiable, CSA certifiable, and MDG15 / MDG41 aligned. fleet management.

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Advanced Scalable Technology for the New Cat® MD6310 Rotary Blasthole Drill Improves Drilling Efficiency and Productivity. (Photos: Caterpillar)

Variable air control and dust collection

The MD6310 compressors feature variable air control Multiple drill cameras provide a full view of the pipe that can be adjusted to 50 percent less volume to meet rack carousel/top drive operation and a 360-degree view application requirements. Air flow modulation, load from the operator’s seat to improve safety. The cab’s full- sensing hydraulics, and on demand cooling fan are all length driller window offers unobstructed view of the drill geared towards improving fuel efficiency. A 42.2 m3/min deck, while large cab windows surround the operator to (1,500 ft3/min) @ 34.4 bar (500 psi) compressor is available improve work area visibility for safe machine movement. for DTH drilling, while rotary drilling compressor choices include units offering 56.6 m3/min (2,000 ft3/min) @ 8.6 bar A new variable grip hydraulic break-out wrench, with (125 psi) or 73.6 m3/min (2,600 ft3/min) @ 7.6 bar (110 psi). additional clamping and break out force, delivers hands- free pipe and bit changes from within the cab. For added Water injection with tank capacity of 1514 L (400 gal) protection, the machine features over 40 safety and is standard on MD6310 and is integral to Drill Assist for conditional lock outs and warnings. collaring the hole and dust suppression while drilling. A high volume water injection system is available with additional tank for total capacity 3785 L (1,000 gal). A 7200 cfm dry dust collector with self-purging filters and dust FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: chute with a clean-out door is optional. Standard static dust curtains on all four machine sides contain cuttings Caterpillar Inc. and dust, while hydraulically actuated dust curtain lifters Americas for front and rear are available options. Sharon Holling [email protected] Johanna Kelly Operating Comfort and Safety [email protected] Europe, Africa, Middle East 2 2 The MD6310’s new FOPS cab offers 2.8 m (30.1 ft ) of floor Francine Shore space and rubber shock-mounts to absorb mechanical [email protected] drilling vibration. Joystick controls for all drilling functions www.cat.com and dual 254-mm (10-in) color touch screen displays improve operator productivity. A roof mounted HVAC system reliably provides clean air and efficiently cools or heats the cab, even in the most demanding environments.

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Caterpillar Inc. New Cat® D6K: Versatile, Fuel Efficient Dozer now Even More Productive with GRADE Technology Options

The new Cat® D6K dozer combines best-in-class fuel efficiency with the power and precision to excel in a wide range of jobs. With this latest update, the versatile bulldozer gains productivity by adding a choice of optional GRADE technology features to help operators get more quality work done in less time. A proven Cat C7.1 ACERT™ engine delivers 97 kW of productively and less experienced operators can achieve reliable power. Eco Modes optimize engine speed, while better quality results more quickly. These smart features maintaining ground speed, saving up to 18 percent fuel are integrated right into the machine at the factory – no in lighter blade load applications like finish grading. To additional external hardware or software is required. provide versatility for a variety of tasks, the hydrostatic transmission offers superior maneuverability, excellent • Cat GRADE with Slope Assist™, helps operators reach target steering response and the ability to push full blade loads. slope fast by automatically maintaining the dozer blade’s Optimized undercarriage design provides fast, smooth established blade angles. Finish up to 39 percent faster, with finish grading capability. up to 68 percent better surface quality and using up to 82 percent less operator effort.* The D6K replaces the current D6K2 following a recent • Cat Stable Blade monitors blade movement and automatically model name simplification plan by Caterpillar. adjusts raise and lower, in concert with the operator, to achieve a smoother grade quicker and with less effort. Cat Connect Technologies • Cat Slope Indicate displays machine cross slope and mainfall (fore/aft orientation) on the primary monitor, helping To help get more quality work done in less time, the operators put the machine on a desired slope and maintain new D6K offers a range of optional Cat Connect GRADE that grade throughout each pass. technologies. Experienced operators can work more

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For more complex design plans, the D6K can be outfitted with optional Cat AccuGrade™. The dealer-installed Ease of Operation aftermarket grade-control system provides increased The latest D6K offers several features to help match the grading versatility and the ability to scale capacity to work and make the operator’s job easier: changing needs. The system provides a choice of lasers for 2D flat-plane and slope work, Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) control for complex 3D cuts and • The new Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) is easy to read and contours, and/or systems using a Universal Total Station common across a range of Cat dozers. The display supports (UTS) for fine and finish grading. The AccuGrade Ready Slope Assist when ordered, and acts as the optional rear Option allows easy installation of Cat AccuGrade 2D and camera screen, so no additional monitor is needed. 3D grade-control systems to add versatility and resale • Optional Automatic Traction Control automatically reduces value. track slip in poor underfoot conditions, improving productivity and finish surface quality. Cat Connect LINK technologies offer telematics to • Standard Bi-directional control dial allows preselected wirelessly connect users to their equipment, providing forward/reverse speeds for reduced effort and improved valuable insight into machine or fleet performance. efficiency. Save the settings as operator profile for even Product Link™ is deeply integrated into machines, more convenience. providing easy access to timely information, such as • Optional mounting bracket on the back of the machine keeps machine location, hours, fuel usage, idle time, and event a shovel handy for quick undercarriage cleanout. codes. Data is available via the online VisionLink® user interface for assisting in more effectively managing the fleet and reducing operating costs.

The new Cat D6K dozer helps increase productivity with optional technology features like Cat GRADE with Slope Assist™. (Photos: Caterpillar)

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Caterpillar Inc. Caterpillar Develops Battery Electric Proof of Concept LHD

The Underground Mining group within Caterpillar Inc. is preparing to ship a proof of concept battery electric LHD to a mine site located in Canada. (Photos: Caterpillar)

The Underground Mining group within Caterpillar Inc. is preparing to ship a proof of concept battery electric LHD to a mine site located in Canada. The initial build and validation testing of this R1300G test unit began in early 2017 at the Caterpillar Peoria Proving Grounds and will continue through the fourth quarter and into 2018 moving muck in a Canadian mine. The test machine is a proof of concept for packaging and electric drive train technology and components to bring to performance of a lithium based energy storage solution underground machines. Caterpillar plans to bring to the LHD market. The Cat® R1300G proof of concept does not represent a final design that will go to market. After testing, Caterpillar will launch a full-fledged new product introduction program that follows Setting high performance standards a more in-depth, rigorous design and validation process. The program started with a full production study and data “Our customers are planning for deeper mines with very analysis of the diesel machine in order to set a baseline. high ambient rock temperatures where ventilation costs Once this was accomplished, the transformation of the are pivotal to making the mine viable,” said Jay Armburger, R1300G to a battery electric proof of concept began. The product manager with responsibility for underground modifications included removing the engine, transmission technology. “One means of reducing ventilation demand is and torque converter then reconfiguring the engine end through electrification of the mining equipment.” frame to accommodate the battery boxes and electric motors. The result is a battery electric powertrain driving a With over 250 patents in the electric drive and energy conventional and mechanical drivetrain (drive shafts and storage fields, and products like the D7E dozer, F-Series axles). asphalt pavers, 794 AC and 795F AC large mining trucks, the recently introduced 988K XE wheel loader, and even microgrid technology, Caterpillar has fully integrated

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The R1300G proof of concept is an older machine without As with all new product introductions, Caterpillar will the benefit of efficient electro-hydraulics. As a result, it will listen to its customers and put new designs through their drive worst case scenario loads on the batteries. Of course paces before releasing a machine. The chemistries and the design of the new loader will enhance battery life technologies behind battery development are evolving through the use of load sensing hydraulics driven by piston rapidly. Change is inevitable, and the development team pumps such as those on the new Cat R1700. The less refined will continue to evaluate these changing technologies to proof of concept machine will yield solid understanding of better serve mining customers. heat generation and cooling needs, performance criteria, space claim and safety considerations in the day-to-day “We tried hard to break this machine and technology operation of the machine. before sending it to Canada in September,” Armburger said. “With the results we’ve seen so far, we’re confident With the help of several customers who have visited the this R1300G proof of concept is giving us the answers we proof of concept and operated it at the proving grounds, need to develop a machine that is safe and lives up to Caterpillar is getting feedback to help drive the program the Cat brand promise of durability and reliability. In the forward. All of the customers who have visited the end, Caterpillar is well positioned to develop an optimized machine agree that pursuing a system that is rechargeable machine—from power generation to tire rotation.” on the machine is the right path forward. Recharging on the machine prevents the mine from incurring additional infrastructure costs or from having to manage or store FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: replaceable battery packs. Instead, Caterpillar is focusing on fast charging of the batteries on the machine such that Caterpillar Inc. an operator can take a quick break and come back to a Americas charged machine. In addition to developing the LHD itself, Sharon Holling the program has been prototyping a robust charging station. [email protected] The technology behind the charging station is unique to Johanna Kelly Caterpillar and uses Cat components and technology. [email protected]

Europe, Africa, Middle East Francine Shore [email protected] The Underground Mining group within Caterpillar Inc. is preparing to ship a proof of concept battery electric LHD to a mine site located in Canada. (Photos: Caterpillar) www.cat.com

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Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV Hitachi unveils a first for the construction industry

Hitachi has developed an industry-leading innovation as part of its ConSite remote fleet monitoring system (Photo: Hitachi)

itachi has developed an industry-leading innovation as part of its HConSite remote fleet monitoring system. The first of its kind in the construction industry, it extracts data from two unique sensors that monitor the quality of an excavator’s engine and hydraulic oil, 24/7.

For example, an oil sample can be taken and then sent Increased machine availability to a laboratory. From this, a complete analysis is generated so that the exact cause is identified. The dealer can then Designed to reduce the total cost of ownership, the fix any faults quickly and conveniently on site. new oil sensors will enhance customers’ experiences with their Hitachi construction machinery. Increased machine availability and reduced maintenance requirements – which will save owners time and money – are the key Reduced maintenance costs benefits of this innovative feature. The new oil sensors will reduce maintenance costs by The machine transmits sensor data on a daily basis to providing a more accurate estimation of when an oil change Hitachi’s remote fleet monitoring system. If the oil quality is required. This is more efficient than a fixed oil change has deteriorated or the oil has become contaminated, the interval. Hitachi customers can be sure of the reliability dealer will be notified via email or text and can take the and maximum availability of their Hitachi machine thanks necessary actions. to the prevention of unscheduled downtime.

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“We are delighted to be the first manufacturer to offer our customers this new technology,” says Manager Hitachi Construction Machinery Service Business Support at Hitachi Construction HCM’s main product line is hydraulic excavators, with the Machinery (Europe) NV, Tom van Wijlandt. “We know that Company manufacturing many models, from medium-sized and reliability and machine uptime are vital to our customers, mini excavators all the way up to 780-ton ultra-large excavators. and the new oil sensors will help to enhance this further. HCM is a leader in the area of construction machinery, and has Combined with ConSite, this unique development will manufacturing facilities in Europe, the U.S. and Asia. also continue to improve user experiences of Hitachi HCM also markets wheel loaders, off-road dump trucks and construction machinery.” other products made by HCM Group companies or in partnership with major manufacturers. The oil sensors will be installed in the ZX210-6 and ZX350- 6 medium excavators as of November 2017, but Hitachi will roll them out to other models in the near future. A retrofit kit is also available from authorised Hitachi dealers for the FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: previous generation ZX210-5 and ZX350-5 models. Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV

Souvereinstraat 16 4903RH Oosterhout, The Netherlands P.O.Box 404, 4900 AK Oosterhout

Tel. +31 (0)162-484400 Fax.+31 (0)162-457453 Hitachi has developed an industry-leading innovation as part of its www.hcme.com ConSite remote fleet monitoring system (Photo: Hitachi)

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Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV Hitachi’s new hybrid hydraulic excavator combines proven technology with future innovations

Hitachi’s new hybrid hydraulic excavator combines proven technology with future innovations. (Photo: Hitachi)

he new Hitachi hybrid hydraulic excavator had been unveiled for the Tfirst time in Europe last month. The ZH210-6 was presented by the official Hitachi dealer in Belgium, Luyckx and at the Matexpo biennial international trade fair. The new hybrid model has the lowest ever fuel power assist motor (44kW), has a significant impact on fuel consumption for a Hitachi medium hydraulic excavator, and consumption. has also been designed to further reduce CO2 emissions and running costs. Incorporating proven technology, an The diesel engine output alone is sufficient for ordinary advanced hydraulic system and a new lightweight arm, operation, and when maximum power is required for heavy it achieves this without compromising on high levels of workloads, the electric power assist motor can also be performance and easy operation for which Hitachi is used. This makes the new hybrid model more efficient than renowned in the construction industry. the ZH210-5 and the standard ZX210-6.

New power source New storage device

Compared with the previous ZH-5 hybrid model, it uses The new integrated power unit led to the adoption of a 12% less fuel (in both PWR and ECO mode), and compared new electrical storage device for the ZH210-6. Instead of with the standard ZX210-6, it offers a 20% fuel saving. the capacitor of the ZH210-5, the new model is equipped The new power unit of the ZH210-6, which integrates the with a large-capacity lithium-ion battery developed by 73kW diesel engine (smaller than the ZH210-5) and electric Hitachi Automotive Systems, Ltd. This has significantly

Issue 03 | 2017 www.advanced-mining.com 140 NEWS & REPORTS increased continuous output to the electric power assist Owners and operators in The Netherlands, Belgium motor, which means it is able to support the engine power and Germany and the UK are currently taking part in user considerably and for a greater length of time. During tests for the new Hitachi hybrid hydraulic excavator, which light operation, the electric power assist motor acts as a will continue until early 2018. Burkhard Janssen, General generator and charges the lithium-ion battery unit, similar Manager Product Management & Engineering at Hitachi to the way it works in a hybrid car. Construction Machinery (Europe) NV, is looking forward to positive feedback from both the tests and visitors to The ZH210-6 also has a new power control unit that uses Matexpo. proven automotive technology. This further enhances the reliability of the new hybrid hydraulic excavator. “The ZH210-6 has been developed using proven Hitachi technology combined with future innovations. It brings together technologies from the entire Hitachi group and features industry-leading components to achieve Improved hydraulics considerably less fuel consumption than previous models,” he says. A further update from the previous model is the hydraulic TRIAS-HX II system. This has been enhanced “It is a perfect example of Hitachi’s ongoing for the ZH210-6 to improve the efficiency of the hydraulic commitment to reducing ownership costs for customers system and further reduce fuel consumption. The hydraulic and its advanced technological approach to reducing the electric swing has also been improved, with an electric environmental impact of its equipment.” motor torque maximum of 220Nm, compared with 160Nm on the ZH210-5.

Unlike the standard Zaxis-6 hydraulic excavators, the FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: ZH210-6 does not use SCR (selective catalytic reduction) technology, which means fewer additional costs for owners, Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV as AdBlue is not required. Instead the new model complies www.hcme.com with Stage IV standards by incorporating an advanced diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) and diesel particulate filter (DPF). This is particularly advantageous for operation in European cities with strict regulations on particulate matter emissions.

Lightweight and durable

The arm of the ZH210-6 hybrid hydraulic excavator is manufactured from high-tensile steel that is 15% lighter than the standard arm of both the ZH210-5 and ZX210-6. This means that less power is required to move the arm, contributing to a decrease in fuel consumption. Hitachi has conducted thorough tests to ensure that durability of the arm remains at the same high level despite the significant weight reduction.

Hitachi’s new hybrid hydraulic excavator combines proven technology with future innovations. (Photo: Hitachi)

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Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV Hitachi is a perfect fit for Danish rental company

Rental company Gustav HC A/S has invested in a new Hitachi ZX225USLC-6 for its fleet of construction machinery. (Photo: Hitachi) ental company Gustav HC A/S has invested in a new Hitachi ZX225USLC-6 for Rits fleet of construction machinery. Based in the Danish city of Herning on the Jutland peninsula, the firm took delivery of the short-tail swing medium excavator in February 2017. It joins a Hitachi ZX225USLC-3, ZX140W-3 and ZX18-3 for use on excavation, utilities and landscaping projects in domestic gardens, yards and other confined spaces.

Supplied by HP Entreprenørmaskiner A/S (HPE), the new model has a two-piece boom that allows the operator to Popular demand work closely and precisely in the area immediately in front The four Hitachi machines are primarily rented out of the machine. Combined with a tilt rotator, this increases (for 70% of the working year) to local contractor Sunds its versatility for working in confined spaces. Entreprenør ApS. It specialises in drainage, earthmoving, demolition and foundation work. Owner Gustav H Christensen says: “We continue to buy Hitachi construction machinery due to the speed and One of the first assignments for the ZX225USLC-6 was on overall performance of our current and previous Zaxis Idrœtsvej in the town of Sunds, just to the north of Herning. excavators, as well as the quality of the hydraulic systems. Sunds Entreprenør ApS was responsible for lifting the old “They are also completely reliable – they never break sewage and rainwater pipes from beneath the road and down – and we enjoy the low cost of ownership. In replacing them, before covering the new pipelines over a addition, HPE consistently provides us with the best distance of four kilometres on this and adjoining streets. possible solutions and each new machine is delivered to the exact specification we require.”

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Sunds Entreprenør ApS co-owner Henry Povlsen has Hitachi Construction Machinery been working with Hitachi excavators for more than 25 years. “Hitachi is the world’s best construction machinery,” HCM’s main product line is hydraulic excavators, with the he says. “As the company owner, they never break down Company manufacturing many models, from medium-sized and and have very low running costs. As an operator, they are mini excavators all the way up to 780-ton ultra-large excavators. luxurious machines to work in. I really like everything about HCM is a leader in the area of construction machinery, and has the new Zaxis-6 machine.” manufacturing facilities in Europe, the U.S. and Asia. HCM also markets wheel loaders, off-road dump trucks and other products made by HCM Group companies or in partnership with major manufacturers.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT:

Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV Souvereinstraat 16 4903RH Oosterhout, The Netherlands P.O.Box 404, 4900 AK Oosterhout

Tel. +31 (0)162-484400 Fax.+31 (0)162-457453 www.hcme.com Rental company Gustav HC A/S has invested in a new Hitachi ZX225USLC-6 for its fleet of construction machinery. (Photo: Hitachi)

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Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV Hitachi ZX300LC-6 excavator offers the complete package for Czech contractor

Hitachi ZX300LC-6 excavator offers the complete package for Czech contractor. (Photo: Hitachi) Hitachi ZX300LC-6 medium excavator is helping to upgrade a vital Astretch of the D1 highway in the Czech Republic, one of the country’s most important transport routes. The Zaxis-6 machine was delivered in September 2016 to ATM CZ a.s., a contractor specialising in road construction, soil stabilisation and demolition projects.

“In addition, we receive excellent support from NET Impressive performance spol. s r.o, our local Hitachi dealer, and its sub-dealer Austro Baumaschinen, s.r.o. We’ve been so impressed Incorporating unique Hitachi technology, the ZX300LC-6 that we’re planning to buy another ZX300LC-6 medium has the highest output in its class. It benefits from a six- excavator next year.” cylinder engine to increase productivity, while the TRIAS II hydraulic system reduces hydraulic loss and increases efficiency. In addition, the machine’s user-friendly routine maintenance points and durable components have A superb technical solution contributed to its reliability on site. The overall machine package has impressed its operator It is Hitachi’s dedication to quality that has endeared Jan Kovalec, who has over 27 years’ experience in the the ZX300LC-6 to ATM CZ’s Production Manager Frantisek industry. “The ZX300LC-6 is a superb technical solution, Tvrdy: “We purchased the excavator primarily because of and the control system and hydraulics contribute to an its reliability. However, we have also seen how happy our impressive performance. It is user-friendly and has been operators are when working with the machine. built for operators.”

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“In addition, it has a strong engine, and offers high levels Hitachi Construction Machinery of speed and power. Quite simply, this machine is faultless and we’ve never had an issue with it. I have experience of HCM’s main product line is hydraulic excavators, with the operating many other excavators, but for me, Hitachi is the Company manufacturing many models, from medium-sized and number one.” mini excavators all the way up to 780-ton ultra-large excavators. HCM is a leader in the area of construction machinery, and has manufacturing facilities in Europe, the U.S. and Asia. HCM also markets wheel loaders, off-road dump trucks and Crucial project other products made by HCM Group companies or in partnership with major manufacturers. Part of the E50/E65 European road network, the D1 is the main highway between Prague and Brno, the largest cities in the Czech Republic. As part of a broader governmental FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: initiative that started three years ago, work began on a specific 68km stretch of the D1 in February 2017. Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV Souvereinstraat 16 ATM CZ is widening the entire section from two to three 4903RH Oosterhout, The Netherlands lanes, with the ZX300LC-6 being utilised for earthmoving P.O.Box 404, 4900 AK Oosterhout and grading on site. The project is taking place near the town of Zruc nad Sázavou, to the southeast of Prague, and Tel. +31 (0)162-484400 was due to be completed in Summer 2017. Fax.+31 (0)162-457453 www.hcme.com

Hitachi ZX300LC-6 excavator offers the complete package for Czech contractor. (Photo: Hitachi)

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Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV SLTP operators drive expansion of Hitachi fleet

Société Lyonnaise de Travaux Publics (SLTP) has purchased eight Hitachi medium excavators and one mini excavator from its local dealer, Teramat, since October 2016. (Photo: Hitachi) ociété Lyonnaise de Travaux Publics (SLTP) has purchased eight Hitachi Smedium excavators and one mini excavator from its local dealer, Teramat, since October 2016. Operators from the Lyon-based demolition and earthmoving company have driven the investment in five ZX350LCN- 6s, two ZX300LCN-6s, a ZX135US-6 and a ZX55U-5 after testing several Zaxis-6 machines against other brands’ equivalent models. The expansion in its fleet of Hitachi construction machinery is also a reflection of SLTP’s growth and healthy Operator comfort order book for 2017. Among its large contracts this year The Zaxis-6 excavator’s operator, Hilarío das Neves are: the excavation and demolition work on the Hôtel- Ferreira, has also worked with a ZX350LC-3 and says, “My Dieu site on the west bank of the Rhône river; a significant first impressions are that the cab is very comfortable. The excavation project for the Saint-Antoine car park; and seat is fully adjustable, there are low noise levels and I like some demolition, but mainly restoration work at the Stade the ergonomic control panel. I have found the best feature Gerland, now home of the Lyon OU rugby union club. on this site to be the stability on the uneven terrain, and it is also very precise for extracting and sorting the demolished A ZX350LCN-6 delivered in November 2016 was assigned materials.” to one of SLTP’s typical projects on Rue Victor Lagrange in the Jean Macé district of the city. The contractor was SLTP’s CEO Thomas Jean-Louis says, “Our operators responsible for the demolition work, loading the materials tried out several different excavator makes and models on up to ten trucks per day and preparing the foundations – and Hitachi was the only machine that ALL of them for construction of a new building.

Issue 03 | 2017 www.advanced-mining.com 146 NEWS & REPORTS agreed on. Their opinion is of paramount importance to us, because they have to spend more than eight hours a day Hitachi Construction Machinery operating each machine. So, we ensure that we give them the tools they want. HCM’s main product line is hydraulic excavators, with the Company manufacturing many models, from medium-sized and mini excavators all the way up to 780-ton ultra-large excavators. HCM is a leader in the area of construction machinery, and has Outstanding fuel efficiency manufacturing facilities in Europe, the U.S. and Asia. HCM also markets wheel loaders, off-road dump trucks and “In addition, there is no question that Hitachi construction other products made by HCM Group companies or in partnership machinery is outstanding in terms of efficiency, fuel with major manufacturers. consumption and ease of maintenance – we are very satisfied with our choice. Teramat is also responsive to our needs and they always find a quick solution thanks to an FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: excellent after-sales service. We took out an extended five- year, 6,000-hour warranty for all our new Hitachi machines. Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV We are able to monitor our fleet perfectly, and in doing Tel. +31 (0)162-484400 so prevent any breakdowns and therefore unnecessary Fax.+31 (0)162-457453 financial losses.” www.hcme.com

Société Lyonnaise de Travaux Publics (SLTP) has purchased eight Hitachi medium excavators and one mini excavator from its local dealer, Teramat, since October 2016. (Photo: Hitachi)

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Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV Hitachi ZX490LCH-6 excavator is ideal solution for Czech quarry

The Czech Republic’s foremost purchaser of Hitachi construction machinery has further enhanced its fleet with a new ZX490LCH-6 large excavator. (Photo: Hitachi) he Czech Republic’s foremost purchaser of Hitachi construction Tmachinery has further enhanced its fleet with a new ZX490LCH-6 large excavator. Ceske sterkopisky spol. s r.o. – one of the country’s leading suppliers of aggregates – is utilising the machine at a demanding sand and gravel quarry near the town of Veltrusy, to the north of Prague.

The ZX490LCH-6 (video) was delivered in January 2017, residential and municipal buildings, civil engineering with another identical model also due to be handed over projects, and developing the country’s transport to Ceske sterkopisky later in the year. The latest Zaxis-6 infrastructure. excavator complements the company’s existing fleet of Hitachi construction machinery, which includes three The ZX490LCH-6’s robust reputation was a key factor units of the preceding ZX470LCH-5 model, and another two as Ceske sterkopisky’s Branch Manager Karel Blaha ZX350LC-3 medium excavators. explains, “We selected the Hitachi excavator due to its reliability and cost-effectiveness. It’s ideal for the type of work we do here owing to its powerful performance. For me, the excellent fuel efficiency is probably the number A reputation for reliability one benefit to our business.”

Established in 2006, Ceske sterkopisky provides a Ceske sterkopisky receives first-class support from complete range of quarrying solutions, covering the Hitachi’s authorised dealer in the Czech Republic, NET extraction, refinement and distribution of materials. The spol. s r.o., and its sub-dealer Austro Baumaschinen, majority of its customers are involved in constructing

Issue 03 | 2017 www.advanced-mining.com 148 NEWS & REPORTS s.r.o. Following the delivery of the ZX490LCH-6, Austro Baumaschinen conducted a training programme for Hitachi Construction Machinery the machine’s operators. This ensured that they could routinely maintain the excavator effectively and in doing HCM’s main product line is hydraulic excavators, with the so maximise its performance. Company manufacturing many models, from medium-sized and mini excavators all the way up to 780-ton ultra-large excavators. HCM is a leader in the area of construction machinery, and has manufacturing facilities in Europe, the U.S. and Asia. Powerful and versatile HCM also markets wheel loaders, off-road dump trucks and other products made by HCM Group companies or in partnership The quarry in Veltrusy opened in 2010 and is one of 16 with major manufacturers. locations used by Ceske sterkopisky across the Czech Republic. Another two sites are expected to open in 2018. The ZX490LCH-6 is mainly used for general earthmoving FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: activities, but also helps to support the extraction of around one million tonnes of materials per year. Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV Tel. +31 (0)162-484400 The machine’s introduction has been met enthusiastically Fax.+31 (0)162-457453 by its operator, Miloslav Sisl: “I have been impressed www.hcme.com by its power and reliability. I particularly like this Hitachi excavator because of the high level of comfort inside the cab. It’s a pleasant environment in which to work. The overall operating experience is fantastic, and I’m delighted that I get to drive it as part of my job.”

The Czech Republic’s foremost purchaser of Hitachi construction machinery has further enhanced its fleet with a new ZX490LCH-6 large excavator. (Photo: Hitachi)

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Hyundai Construction Equipment Europe First Hyundai 120-Tonne Excavator put to work on a Major Demolition Project in Europe

First Hyundai 120-Tonne Excavator put to work on a Major Demolition Project in Europe. (Photo: Hyundai) émolition et terrassement XL Sàrl from Nidderkuer, Luxembourg, has Dbeen using the largest capacity Hyundai excavator, the R1200-9, which has an operating weight of 120 tonnes, on a major demolition site in the financial heart of Luxembourg City since March 2017. This is a first for a Hyundai machine of this size to be sold in Europe.

The gigantic work site, once complete, will host the Carlos Alberto Rodrigues de Sousa, the owner of Démolition new offices of the Bank of China. Located at the junction et terrassement XL Sàrl, came to see us at Bauma (Munich, of the Boulevard Royal and the Rue Notre Dame, the huge Germany) in 2016, where we concluded the deal. Mr de excavator is being used for breaking reinforced concrete Sousa was already familiar with the Hyundai range and has foundations with a 7-tonne hydraulic breaker. The first 12 Hyundai machines in his fleet. For this special project he task to complete is a 35-metre-deep, 6-storey underground was looking for a machine of substantial size to complete parking area. the task. What really convinced him was the combination of the quality and efficiency of the Hyundai machines, a good price and our excellent service and good relationship with his company. We are very proud to contribute to this HMB closes the deal project.” HMB, the Belgian and Luxembourg Construction Equipment dealer, is very proud to be the first European dealer to have sold the R1200-9. Paul Verbiest and Tom Haesevoets, owners of HMB, commented on the deal: “Mr

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speed and optimum fuel efficiency. Power mode ensures Well-suited for the job maximum machine speed and power for maximum productivity. Standard mode provides reduced engine The excavator, powered by a 567kW turbocharged speed for optimum performance and improved fuel diesel engine (displacement 23 l), was designed for heavy economy. Economy mode adapts flow and engine power earthmoving, stationary digging and long-reach demolition to specific load conditions for maximum fuel efficiency and duties. The standard equipment includes double grouser controllability. shoes measuring 710, 800 and 900 mm in width. For this particular demolition job, the client was looking for narrow shoes, which will also be used for the excavator’s next assignment at a quarry near Luxembourg City. The R1200- User mode 9 has placed the South Korean construction equipment group in the top league of large-capacity equipment Various jobs require varying machine settings and some manufacturers. operators may prefer individual machine settings. User mode allows the operator to customise engine speeds, pump output, idle speed and other machine settings such as hydraulics pressure and volume for the attachments CAPO (Computer Aided Power according to personal preferences. Optimization)

The state-of-the-art CAPO (Computer Aided Power Optimization) system ensures optimum performance from Auto boom/swing priority the engine and the two hydraulic pumps. The different This smart function adapts the ideal hydraulic flow power modes serve specific working loads. In addition, the balance for boom and swing operation to the application system features auto deceleration and a power boost. The at hand. CAPO monitors the hydraulic functions and LCD display monitors engine speed, coolant and hydraulic continually adapts hydraulic flow to provide maximum oil temperatures and the diagnostic error codes. At the performance and productivity. The 120-tonne high- push of a button, the operator can select boom/swing capacity excavator comes with a 7,550 mm mono boom priority and power mode settings. and a 3,400 mm arm.

As with all other Hyundai hydraulic excavators, the operator has the option of selecting the power mode appropriate to the job, materials or attachment. The three power modes ensure maximum engine performance, high

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Tina Boënne Vossendaal 11 B-2440 Geel/Belgien Tel.: +32 14 56 22 36 [email protected] www.hyundai.eu

First Hyundai 120-Tonne Excavator put to work on a Major Demolition Project in Europe. (Photo: Hyundai)

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Liebherr Group Veolia introduces Liebherr into their fleet: Liebherr L 556 XPower® Wheel Loaders ready for work at the Clyde Transfer Terminal

Liebherr L 556 XPower® Wheel Loaders ready for work at the Clyde Transfer Terminal. (Photo: Liebherr) eolia, the global waste management organisation, discussed Liebherr Vmachinery’s input to achieving their safety, efficiency and sustainability goals. Veolia’s commitment to safety and performance played an important role in introducing Liebherr Wheel Loader Liebherr Group equipment into their Clyde Transfer Terminal fleet, which receives 500,000 tonnes of waste every year. Veolia values Liebherr is not only one of the world‘s largest our equipment’s ability to handle the rough conditions whilst manufacturers of construction machinery. The remaining optimally efficient, as a result of the hydrostatic more than 42,000 employees also help to shape and mechanical drives. The equipment’s real-time data technological advances in many other industries. recording, operator comfort, and low fuel consumption The Liebherr Group is still managed by the Liebherr that reduces environmental impact and operating costs, family. has made the Liebherr Wheel Loader an ideal machine for both Veolia management and operators.

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Liebherr Group Liebherr Components exhibit again at the Engine China 2017

Liebherr injection technology in focus at Engine China 2017. (Photo: Liebherr)

t this year‘s Engine China in Beijing, Liebherr Components were focus ed Aagain on the common rail fuel injection systems from the company‘s own development and production. A special highlight on the exhibition stand was the under tough loads and is, therefore, ideal for the application common rail fuel injection system 11.2 with a power in mining equipment, gen-sets and maritime applications. output of up to 1,000 kW in total. This advanced common With precise multiple injection at pressures of up to 2,200 rail system for engines of up to three litres capacity per bar, constant performance and low emission values are cylinder allows Liebherr to offer an attractive alternative guaranteed throughout the engine‘s service life. for both on-highway and off-highway applications, in both medium- and heavy-duty ranges and in the field of industrial The hydraulic components of both systems are designed engines. The system meets the requirements of all current for long service life of up to 25,000 hours under harshest emission standards and is optimised in particular for the working conditions as, for example, the use of aggressive coming EU Stage V. For maximum efficiency, it features fuels. For this reason, the high pressure hydraulic pumps a continuous leak-free operation. The Liebherr injectors are oil-lubricated and their functionally relevant parts, like supply a maximum full load injection volume of 600 mg with injectors, are sealed with highly resistant coatings. steady multi-point injection. The nozzles can be adapted to the required engine performance from a broad flow rate Both systems are moreover perfectly supplemented range. The flow rate range in this case is between 600 by Liebherr engine control units from the company‘s own and 2,200 ml/ 30 seconds. This broad spectrum makes it development and production. The control units unite all suitable for high performance engines as well. control functions, including exhaust gas aftertreatment, in a single unit and are suitable for the toughest of The common rail system 11.5 for engines of up to six environmental conditions as verified by ISO 15998, ISO litres capacity per cylinder with a total power output of up 13849 and ISO 61508 SIL2. to 5,000 kW will also be presented on the exhibition stand. The common rail system 11.5 is configured for operation

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Liebherr Group Liebherr supplies a bearing for the world‘s largest compact bucket wheel excavator

Compact bucket wheel excavator from Sandvik Mining and Construction Materials Handling GmbH & Co KG. (Photo: Liebherr)

he Components Division of the Liebherr Group has produced the largest Tnon-segmented large diameter bearing ever manufactured by Liebherr. The roller bearing slewing ring is intended for use in a compact bucket wheel excavator. The Components Division of the Liebherr Group has used not only in the fields of mining and material handling, produced the largest non-segmented large diameter but also in a broad variety of applications. „The short and bearing ever manufactured by Liebherr. The roller bearing rapid decision-making at Liebherr makes it possible to slewing ring, with a diameter of 7.5 meters, is intended for implement such projects within a short period of time,“ use in a compact bucket wheel excavator, and weighs says Oliver Friedrich, Sales Manager for Europe - Business around 20 tonnes. Based on the available installation Unit Large diameter bearings. dimensions, the roller bearing was design-optimised in close cooperation with the customer, Sandvik Mining and Site acceptance tests of the roller bearing took place Construction Materials Handling GmbH & Co KG. Thanks to in mid-June in the presence of the customer and mine the new raceway system it offers a longer service life and operator at the Liebherr site in Biberach (Germany). The better emergency running characteristics. large diameter bearing was then delivered by special transportation to the brown coal open pit mine in Hungary, For its production, a hardening machine in the Biberach which supplies the Mátra power station. plant was modified to enable Liebherr to produce large diameter bearings with a diameter of up to 8,000 mm in the future. In this way, the company once again demonstrates its competence and extensive experience in the manufacturing of large diameter bearings, which can be

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Liebherr Group LB 44 drilling rig begins work on Kuala Lumpur project

S 855 HD and HS 8100 HD working on the trench excavation, while the LB 36 Hbores a pile hole.

Malaysian foundations and geotechnical specialist only between the hours of 8 am and 7 pm,” he says. “We Aneka Jaringan Sdn Bhd is using a newly delivered therefore have to work quickly, and the two machines are Liebherr LB 44-510 rotary drilling rig, the biggest and most proving to be very fast.” powerful drilling rig in the Liebherr range, for pile boring on the Sentral Suites project in Kuala Lumpur. The LB 44 is working alongside a new Liebherr LB 36 rig, the second largest machine in the range. Also part of the Liebherr fleet on the site are two duty cycle crawler cranes, an HS 8100 HD and an HS 855 HD, which are being used for slurry Liebherr Group wall trenching. The two crawler cranes are being used to excavate 600 m of slurry wall that surrounds part of the Liebherr is not only one of the world‘s largest site, with the two rotary drilling rigs boring the holes for manufacturers of construction machinery. The 366 piles. more than 42,000 employees also help to shape technological advances in many other industries. Loke Kien Tuck, director of Aneka Jaringan, explains The Liebherr Group is still managed by the Liebherr that both the LB 44 and the LB 36 are boring to depths of family. a maximum 35 m, with the maximum pile diameter being 1.8 m. “Because of the local regulations the site can work

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Liebherr Group New Liebherr Stereoloaders® as general-purpose machines in the fight against snow and ice

Light material bucket, snow chains and a grit spreader at the rear – the new Liebherr L 514 Stereoloader® is a versatile all- rounder for winter service (Photo: Liebherr) • The new L 514 and L 518 models are commercial winter service machines • The new Stereoloaders® are available as a “Speeder” – with a top speed of 40 km/h • Highly manoeuvrable thanks to proven stereo steering, versatility ensured by new Z-unit bar linkage • Comfortable and safe for the machine operator in the coldest times of the year Amongst municipalities and service providers, Liebherr hindrance to vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Thanks to the Stereoloaders® have an outstanding reputation when stereo steering, even inner courtyards, narrow parking it comes to demanding winter related tasks. Both of the areas or narrow alleyways in residential areas can be recently introduced L 514 and L 518 Liebherr Stereoloaders® easily and reliably cleared of snow and ice by machine live up to this reputation. With their new Z-unit bar linkage, operators. they can work reliably in the battle against snow and ice with a variety of tool attachments. As “Speeders”, the new models can achieve a top speed of 40 km/h. Thanks to this and other innovations, the Liebherr Stereoloaders® are Safe, powerful and at up to 40 km/h in an economical alternative to conventional snow clearing winter service equipment. Use of the versatile wheel loader as a winter service machine reduces its down time in winter. Operators As part of the statutory obligation for clearing and can thus benefit from increased productivity. gritting, municipalities and service providers need powerful vehicles for winter services. With their proven and With their proven stereo steering, a combination of powerful hydrostatic driveline, Liebherr Stereoloaders® articulated steering and a steered rear axle, Liebherr can meet these demanding requirements. They accelerate Stereoloaders® are reliable winter service partners. Their smoothly, without interruption to the traction power and manoeuvrability is particularly useful if snow drifts are a

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without discernible gear changing. The damping- assisted, articulated oscillating bar also contributes to the Comfort and safety are key features in high degree of comfort and safety. winter service

As a customer option, Liebherr offers the new Emission In the winter the comfort and safety of the machine and Stage IV / Tier 4f-compliant L 514 and L 518 Stereoloaders® operator are paramount. For high standards of safety, a as “Speeders”. In this version, they can achieve a top range of equipment is available as optional extras for the speed of 40 km/h. This enables municipalities and service L 514 and L 518 Stereoloaders®. For the coldest times of providers to deliver quick and reliable winter services over year, items such as the heated external mirror or powerful long distances quickly and efficiently LED headlights are recommended. An auxiliary heater, or electrical coolant preheating prepare the Stereoloader® Liebherr has developed the robustness of the new for winter operation. The powerful air conditioning system models in various ways. For example, in the axles, where defies the low external temperatures. For improved air automatic self-locking differentials provide a high degree circulation, the machine operator can open the hinged of traction on snowy and icy surfaces. In addition, the use window by 180°. of snow chains enable stable driving characteristics. The stereo steering also provides safety: The steered rear axle The intuitive operation of the L 514 and L 518 enabled Liebherr engineers to reduce the articulation Stereoloader® is very practical. Liebherr has positioned angle of the Stereoloader® from the customary 40° to 30°. all the operating controls visibly and ergonomically in the This resulted in improved stability and security against spacious cab. Using the Liebherr control lever, integrated tipping, as well as higher tipping loads. into the driver’s seat, the machine operator can work with precision and sensitivity. Additional hydraulic control circuits, required for activities such as using a snow blower are easily controlled using a mini joystick on the Liebherr Versatility at the cold time of the year control lever. These and other features increase the ease of operation and thus productivity in winter service. In winter, the selection of the correct attachment depends on the weather situation and local conditions. Most commonly, municipalities and service providers use Liebherr Stereoloaders® for winter services with a light The new L 518 Stereoloader® loading snow into an HGV (Photo: Liebherr) material bucket, snow chains and a grit spreader. Equipped in this way, these manoeuvrable machines become especially versatile. The light material bucket is suitable for simple clearance tasks, as well as to load snow onto an HGV for removal.

With a hydraulically swivelling snow blade, the Stereoloaders® can clear roads and tracks of compacted snow. Using a sweeper, they can move smaller amounts of loose, powdery snow. Larger amounts of snow can be dealt with using a snow blower. Thanks to the new Z-unit bar linkage and powerful operating hydraulics, the L 514 and L 518 can operate effectively with these and other attachments. In addition, a newly constructed hydraulic quick hitch makes equipment changing more efficient. In the winter operators really appreciate such convenience!

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Liebherr Group New lighting options for Liebherr XPower® wheel loaders: adaptive working lighting and key with remote control

Adaptive working lighting is available at the customer’s request for all XPower® wheel loaders. The extra LED headlight on the front improves lighting conditions when the equipment is raised (Photo: Liebherr) • New lighting options available for all XPower® wheel loaders • Adaptive working lighting: intelligent light sensors react to lift arm position and articulation angle to optimise working area illumination • Liebherr key with remote control: opens cab and activates cab lighting at the push of a button Liebherr presents innovative lighting options for the This means working areas are always evenly lit. The XPower® wheel loaders: adaptive working lighting and adaptive working lighting also makes irritating glare or the Liebherr key with remote control. Both options improve reflections from steel machine parts a thing of the past. lighting and safety particularly at twilight, during the night, The Liebherr key with remote control opens the driver’s underground or in other low light conditions. Adaptive door at the push of a button and activates the cab lighting. working lighting is an intelligent light control system. It This illuminates the entire entry area and ensures the reacts intuitively to the lift arm position and articulation driver can get into the operator’s cab safely. angle of the wheel loader using modern LED light sensors.

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Adaptive working lighting solves this problem. With the Adaptive working lighting always shows help of sensors, the light output automatically adjusts itself the working area in the best light to the position of the lift arm and the working equipment and to the articulation angle of the wheel loader. Poor lighting conditions in work areas present wheel loader operators with significant challenges. This is This provides the machine operator with significantly particularly true for operations underground, at twilight more light when the bucket is lowered and when the or at night. The new adaptive working lighting for Liebherr working equipment is lifted, the headlights dim. Glare wheel loaders addresses this issue and increases safety on steel machine parts or shadows on the drop sides of and comfort. Using an intelligent light control system, vehicles is minimised. adaptive working lighting evenly illuminates the entire working area.

With conventional lighting systems, machine operators have to compromise on the brightness of the headlights. On full beam, the light is reflected on steel machine parts or on the drop sides of trucks, which creates glare and shadows. The Liebherr remote control key automatically activates the lighting when the cab door is opened. The machine operator can enter the cab And when light output is reduced, visibility deteriorates. safely and comfortably, even in the dark (Photo: Liebherr)

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LED working lights for a higher light Key with remote control: safely output and longer life illuminated cab entry area at the push of

With adaptive working lighting, an additional LED a button headlamp on the front of the vehicle maximises the lighting conditions when equipment is raised. The result is an In addition to adaptive working lighting, Liebherr has optimally lit working area. Strain on the machine operator developed another useful option for the XPower® wheel from glare, reflection and shadows is reduced. With loaders: the key with remote control. The machine operator adaptive working lighting there are also four dimmable LED can lock and unlock the cab at the push of a button using or halogen working lights at the top edge of the cab and remote control. The cab door also opens automatically two standard LED or halogen headlights to ensure good at the touch of a button and a sensor simultaneously lighting conditions and a high level of safety. activates the cab’s interior lighting. With this new feature, the cab and entire entry area are well lit, giving machine Customers can request the high-performance LED operators safe and comfortable access to their workplace working lights. They provide an even better light output and at the start of their shift. These functions are easily and lower energy consumption than conventional headlights. intuitively operated using the remote control. LED working lights also provide a longer service life, which increases the wheel loader’s productivity. Adaptive working lighting is available at the customer’s request for all XPower® wheel loaders. The extra LED headlight on the front improves lighting conditions when the equipment is raised (Photo: Liebherr)

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CASE Construction Equipment New Importer of CASE Construction Equipment in Finland RENTTI selected as new importer for CASE Construction Equipment in Finland

RENTTI selected as new importer for CASE Construction Equipment in Finland. (Photo: CaseCE) onevuokraamo RENTTI with the official company name Tracwest OY Khas entered into an agreement with CNH Industrial as importer for CASE Construction Equipment in Finland. RENTTI, a well-regarded company in the construction equipment business, has experience as a dealer in both new and used equipment and the company also has a rental department to support its customers. The company is based in Honkajoki and with the new agreement with CASE they will invest in new facilities in Southern Finland as they expand their activities to the full country.

The former CASE importer, Fintractor OY, will progressively wind down its activities with CASE over the next few months. “We thank Fintractor for their contribution during their time as importer and we are happy to announce RENTTI (Tracwest OY) as the future

Juha Leivo, Owner and Managing Director RENTTI and Sandy Mill, Network Development Manager CASE, CNH Industrial shaking hands after signing the new importer contract. (Photo: CaseCE)

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CASE Importer. RENTTI has a solid setup, the technical knowledge and future plans to support the existing and CASE Construction Equipment new CASE customers and to further strengthen CASE in Finland”, says Andrea Rapali, Business Director for CASE CASE Construction Equipment sells and supports a in Benelux and Nordics. full line of construction equipment around the world, including the No. 1 loader/backhoes, excavators, “We are very excited about the appointment,” explains motor graders, wheel loaders, vibratory compaction Juha Leivo, principal owner of the company. “CASE is rollers, crawler dozers, skid steers, compact known to be very powerful with good hydraulics and high track loaders and rough-terrain forklifts. Through quality products. And it has a large and interesting product CASE dealers, customers have access to a true range for our market.” “Also, CASE has a good reputation professional partner with world-class equipment and here in Finland”, continues Markus Lehtimäki, co-owner aftermarket support, industry-leading warranties of Tracwest Oy / Konevuokraamo RENTTI “and we can and flexible financing. More information is available promise both old and new CASE customers that we have at www.CASEce.com. a skillful team who will do their outmost to service CASE in CASE Construction Equipment is a brand of CNH Finland.” Industrial N.V., a World leader in Capital Goods listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: Customers can meet RENTTI and CASE at the Maxpo CNHI) and on the Mercato Telematico Azionario fair (Hyvinkää Airfield, 7-9 September). RENTTI will be of the Borsa Italiana (MI: CNHI). More information present with six key models from the CASE range, including about CNH Industrial can be found online at the CASE G-series wheel loader and the C-series mini www.cnhindustrial.com. excavator that were introduced in Europe earlier this year. On display, customers will also find a CASE 321F compact wheel loader and the popular CASE D-Series crawler The G-series CASE wheel loaders were launched earlier this year and excavators. displayed on the in Finland during the Maxpo fair. (Photo: CaseCE)

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SBM Mineral Processing GmbH First SBM Expert Days 2017 New Powerful Performance Impresses Professionals

Breath-taking show programme with pyrotechnics, Dramatical Drummers and freestyle motocross jumps. (Photo: SBM) bout 700 guests from all over the world came to see the first SBM Expert ADays on September 14 and 15 in Liezen/Styria. 51 exhibits with a total value of some 20 million € demonstrated the unique product portfolio of the Upper Austrian company most spectacularly. Clients, distributors and affiliated companies from all over the world accepted the invitation Breath-taking show programme with pyrotechnics, Dramatical issued by SBM Mineral Processing to come to Drummers and freestyle motocross jumps. (Photo: SBM) the first in-house fair at the manufacturing site in Liezen/Styria. The exhibition area with 16,000 m² offered compact information on concrete mixing and mineral processing technology, live demos, and several pioneering technological novelties.

Mineral Processing to Touch

Almost all SBM systems to process mineral raw materials as well as recycling materials have recently been newly developed or redesigned from top to bottom. And all visitors could experience this up close in Liezen. One mobile novelty is the entry-class model REMAX

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Mineral processing technology to touch at the live demonstrations of mobile crushing and screening plants. (Photo: SBM)

300 with diesel-electric drive, a 1100-crusher and discharge EUROMIX® plants types 1600 and 3300 represented the chute below the crusher offering a capacity of up to 300 t/h supermobile stars of the SBM concrete mixing branch at a total weight of 30 tons without secondary screen. Or that is already the market leader in Europe due to its the new middle-class model REMAX 400 convincing clients international know-how. thanks to highlights such as new crushing, drive and transport characteristics incl. Dolly system. All novelties such as e.g. the transport height of 3.60 m only and the optimised total weight of 40 tons without secondary screen Lasting Impression are convincing features providing immediately tangible benefits for SBM customers. After a mountain of information there was a lot of entertainment, too. In the almost mystic night scenery of the exhibition arena, daredevil freestyle motocross pilots captivated the audience with their show and flew 15 m high Impressive Concrete Mixing Technology through the air to the sound of AC/DC. Pyrotechnics and the Dramatical Drummers made the event an unforgettable The two mobile concrete mixing plants VARIOMIX® experience. and MINIMIX® with their towers rising about 22 m high were already visible from afar, but they were not only an optical highlight during the SBM Expert Days. All interested persons could inspect the plants from the inside and from the outside thus assuring themselves of the compact build and the practical operation of the individual systems. Amazing qualities of these plants are e.g. their modular design and the small setting up area required in very confined building sites. Two

New product: track-mobile impact crusher REMAX 400 with Dolly transport system. (Photo: SBM)

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Unique Performance Show SBM Mineral Processing

Proud of the successful event and the complete SBM SBM Mineral Processing GmbH located in team, SBM Managing Director Erwin Schneller is pleased Oberweis near Gmunden/Austria is a full-package to say: “Our product portfolio and the new plants exhibited supplier for mobile and stationary concrete mixing for the raw material and recycling industries as well as for plants for ready-mixed and prefab concrete as the concrete mixing technology to produce high-quality well as for mineral processing and conveying concrete make the SBM EXPERT DAYS a unique big- plants for the raw material and recycling impact show. We plan to host this event every three years industries including service and support. Decades from now on”. of experience in engineering and manufacturing make the company a strong partner to find sophisticated solutions. SBM plants are designed for year-round operation, they are operational even under adverse weather conditions. Using high-end components ensures a long lifetime FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: and low maintenance costs for our machines and plants. SBM belongs to the MFL Group. Therefore, SBM Mineral Processing GmbH our clients benefit from the complete corporate Oberweis 401 network concerning know-how, capacities for 4664 Oberweis, Austria manufacture and assembly as well as worldwide Cathrin Schupfer, Leitung Marketing dispatch and purchase logistics Tel.: +43 3612/270-1500 [email protected] www.sbm-mp.at

The mobile concrete mixing plants VARIOMIX® and MINIMIX® are very convincing systems. (Photo: SBM)

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October 2017 02 - 04 Oct CEEC Mining Energy Innovation Forum Santiago, Chile www.ceecthefuture.org 02 - 07 Oct AfriRock ISRM International Symposium 2017 Cape Town, South Africa www.saimm.co.za 03 - 05 Oct The Demo Expo ICUEE 2017 LOUISVILLE, USA www.aem.org 12 - 14 Oct International Mining & Mineral Recovery Exhibition Myanmar 2017 Yangon, Myanmar www.allworldexhibitions.com 16 - 18 Oct 13th AusIMM Underground Operators' Conference Broadbeach, Australia www.undergroundoperators.ausimm.com.au 17 - 19 Oct Metallic Mining Hall - 2nd Edition Seville, Spain www.mmhseville.com 18 - 19 Oct Xplor, Quebec Mining Exploration Convention Montreal, Canada www.aemq.org/EN/XPLOR 18 - 21 Oct IMMAT 6th International Congress of Mining & Machinery Technology Izimar, Turkey www.immat.org 23 - 24 Oct Mining & Investment Latin America Summit 2017 Lima, Peru www.gfcmediagroup.com 16 - 18 Oct Mining Investment Middle East & Central Asia 2017 Muscat, Oman www.spire-events.com 21 - 22 Oct Exploration 2017 Toronto, Canada www.exploration17.com 25 - 26 Oct GEC Geotechnik - expo & congress Offenburg, Germany www.gec-offenburg.de 25 - 28 Oct 31. Convención Internacional de Minería Guadalajara,Mexiko www.expominmexico.com 25 - 28 Oct CHINA COAL & MINING EXPO Beijing, China www.chinaminingcoal.com 30 Oct - 02 Nov International Mining and Resources Conference Melbourne, Australia www.imarcmelbourne.com 30 Oct - 02 Nov Mines and Technology Melbourne, Australia www.imarcmelbourne.com 05 - 08 Nov IranConMin Teheran, Iran www.iranconmin.de 31 Oct - 02 Nov Fennoscandian Exploration and Mining FEM 2017 Lapland, Finland www.fem.lappi.fi/en November 2017 07 - 09 Nov Mining Industry Expo - 2017 Kyiv, Ukraine www.iec-expo.com.ua 08 - 10 Nov GEOMIN 2017 Ouro Preto, Brazil www.geominouropreto.com.br 13 - 17 Nov Kenya Mining Forum 2017 Nairobi, Kenya www.kenyaminingforum.com December 2017 03 - 09 Dec Northwest Mining Association Annual Meeting and Exposition 2017 Spokane, USA www.miningamerica.org 04 - 08 Dec American Exploration & Mining Association Sparks, USA www.miningamerica.org

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Mining Technology Consulting Field of activity • Feasibility studies • equipment selection • Exploration • drilling & blasting • geological modelling • slope stability & monitoring • geostatistical resource estimation • assessment of geotechnical risk • resource classification • hydrological investigation • mine design • health & safety in mining • mine optimization

Geological Investigation Exploration • Survey & Mapping • Mineral exploration program • Geological investigation • Geochemical investigation • Geological and structural analysis • Microscopic investigation and mineralogical analysis Geological Modelling • Data collection and review of projects • Database validation and verification • Exploration and data management • 3D geological, structural and mineralization interpretation and modeling • Statistic and geostatistic analysis • Geostatistical resource estimation • Resource classification, reporting andreconciliations

Mine Design & Mine Optimization Mine Planning • Design and optimization of pit layout • Mine development planning • Scheduling • Design of mine dumps • Optimum location of surface facilities

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Equipment Selection & Modelling • Loading and haulage • Transport route optimization • Optimization of primary crusher location (Mobile / semi- mobile / stationary crusher) • Economic evaluation

Slope Stability & Monitoring • Geotechnical investigation • Groundwater investigation • Slope stability assessment • Slope design • Implementation of geotechnical instrumentation • Slope monitoring • Assessment and management of geotechnical risks

Drilling & Blasting • Planning of drilling and blasting • Blast vibration control • Control of borehole deviation • Economic evaluation

Compact courses For the international mining industry on mining methods and technology: • Seminars, conferences, courses, lectures and workshops

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Mining Technology Consulting Professor Dr.-Ing. habil. H. Tudeshki Albrecht-von-Groddeck-Str. 3 Tel.: +49(0) 53 23 - 98 39 33 D-38678 Clausthal-Zellerfeld Fax: +49(0) 53 23 - 96 29 90 8 www.mtc-tudeshki.com

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