Komatsu America Corp offers its HM400-5 articulated dump truck. Featuring a net 469 hp (350 kW), the HM400-5 is powered by a Komatsu SAA6D140E-7 engine that is EPA Tier 4 Final emissions certified. Komatsu’s Tier 4 Final engines are built on the solid foundation inaugurated in 1996 with the introduction of Komatsu’s Tier 1 engines. This new articulated dump truck leverages…
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Hitachi Construction Machinery Launches Rigid Dump Trucks
Hitachi Construction Machinery Co. Ltd. launched two rigid dump truck models designed for use in large-scale mining operations anywhere in the world – the 180-ton payload class EH3500AC-3 (nominal payload with standard equipment of 181 tons, target gross machine operating weight of 322,000 kg), and the 220-ton payload class EH4000AC-3 (nominal payload with standard equipment of 221tons, target gross machine operating…
Read MoreRockmore DTH Hammer a ‘High-Performance Tool’
Rockmore International launched the T series DTH hammer line and introduced the first model in this class – the ROK 600T. The new T hammer line was officially unveiled at the National Ground Water Association exhibition last year in Las Vegas. This new addition to Rockmore’s existing broad range of DTH hammers is a breakthrough for DTH drilling technology for mining,…
Read MoreRockwell Purchases Lockout-Tagout Provider
Rockwell Automation Inc. has purchased the assets of ESC Services Inc., a global hazardous energy control provider of lockout-tagout services and solutions. “ESC Services will enable Rockwell Automation customers to increase asset utilization and strengthen enterprise risk management, while adding safety to our growing portfolio of data-driven, cloud-enabled services,” said Matt Fordenwalt, Rockwell Automation consulting business manager. ESC’s unique methodology utilizes…
Read MoreBrigade Takes Vehicle Safety to Canada
Brigade Electronics has set up a new subsidiary in Canada to meet growing demand for vehicle safety systems. This latest move enables Brigade to support its customers in the Canadian market more effectively. Canada has an enormous mining industry, and safety is at the top of its agenda leading to strong demand for Brigade’s products.Brigade Electronics (Canada) Ltd, with warehousing in…
Read MoreAlerton Inspection Kit Detects Hydraulic Fluid Leaks
Alerton International has introduced the SafetyBlu SB-450 Blue Light Inspection Kit, featuring a portable, high-intensity blue light (450-nm) LED flashlight. Used in conjunction with the company’s revolutionary FluidSafe fluorescent additive, the SB-450 kit locates hydraulic fluid leaks early on. This can help prevent injection injuries to mine workers, and also reduces fluid consumption by 5-7 percent annually, according to the company.…
Read MoreBridgestone Americas Opens First U.S. Off-Road Radial Tire Plant
Bridgestone Americas opened its first giant off-road radial tire plant in November 2014, a 1.5 million-sq.-ft. manufacturing facility that will produce various off road radial tires for mining equipment, including ultra-class haul trucks. The new plant – based in Aiken County, S.C. – strengthens Bridgestone’s ability to meet global demand for mining tires now and in the future. About 400 people,…
Read MoreSiemens Power Supply for Networked Applications
Siemens compact and modular Sitop PSU8600 is the first power supply system to integrate into networked automation applications and Siemens Totally Integrated Automation Portal (TIA Portal), considerably reducing engineering, configuration and operation costs. Only 125-mm wide, the power supply system’s space-saving base unit provides 40 amperes. It is capable of providing 50 percent extra power for short time periods and is…
Read MoreTerex Washing Systems Debuts Fracstac
Terex Washing Systems (TWS) took the opportunity of Rock Products’ recent Frac Sand Insider conference to introduce its Fracstac modular frac plant concept to the U.S. market. According to Elaine Donaghy, marketing manager, the development of the new product is in response to extensive increased activity in the industry, and continually aiming to meet its customers’ needs. The product is due…
Read MoreDEMi Offers Grizzly Spring Fingers
Dakota Equipment Manufacturing Inc., (DEMi), which officially announced its new business, has received a patent for use in the aggregate field. “The patent designs we were awarded are a much-needed improvement in the field, “said President Tim Holmberg. “We are excited to launch not only the business but the marketing and manufacturing of our products. Our Grizzly Spring Fingers will…
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