Aggregates Manager Digital Magazine
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Supply by Kerry Clines, Senior Editor kclines@randallreilly.com TAKING IT UNDERGROUND An underground aggregate mine is a unique operation, requiring the use of some unique equipment. Compact, maneuverable loader The Cat R1700G underground loader offers a compact design, high engine power, high torque rise, and maneuverability. The loader is equipped with a C11 Acert engine and a four-speed planetary power-shift transmission with electronic autoshift for smooth operation. Additional features include a 7.5-cubic-yard bucket capacity and a payload capability of about 14 tons. Caterpillar Inc. | www.cat.com Ramp-hoisting truck The Sandvik TH663 truck is the newest addition to the company's TH500-600 series ramphoisting trucks. The truck's 35-percent larger ROPS/FOPS-certified cab features a four-point retractable safety belt for the operator seat and a three-point safety belt for the trainer seat. An easy-to-use control system display with color-coded warnings allows the operator to spot problems while working. The truck also features front frame suspension. Sandvik Mining | www.sandvik.com Multi-functional ANFO hauler Ventilation system UnderGround Force's new underground ANFO hauler provides an explosives delivery solution using a standard 416E Cat tractor with modifications, such as a rear quick-connect system, engine exhaust routed under the tractor, exhaust scrubber, underground mine-site lighting package, and riggers for stability. A work platform attaches to the front boom arms as a man lift for product delivery. The platform has a full wrap-around handrail, safety harness attaching points, boom controls, and engine controls. A stainless-steel rear platform with anti-slip decking attaches via the rear lift group and holds a 600-pound ASME-certified, stainless-steel hopper and all necessary plumbing and fittings for product application. UnderGround Force, a division of Ground Force Worldwide | www.gfworldwide.com Atlas Copco's SwedVent ventilation system features high-pressure fans that deliver air along extensive lengths of tunneling from 106 to 7,063 cubic feet per second. The system includes flexible ducting and control systems, as well as silencers for noise reduction. Its design takes into account system pressure, total leakage, motor load, airflow, and other safety considerations, in addition to energy consumption. Atlas Copco Construction Mining Technique USA LLC | www.atlascopco.us 32 AGGREGATES MANAGER February 2013