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Caterpillar: MD5150
The MD5150 track drill, a customer-inspired design that drills holes up to 6 in. in diameter, incorporates a proven rock drill, a carousel rod changer, a new cab and other features that are designed to boost productivity and reduce operating costs. Caterpillar says the MD5150 reduces setup time thanks to the rod changer that holds six rods and accommodates multiple lengths and diameters of drill steel. Powerful dual-rod grippers and a unique gate design let the rod and gate move simultaneously. The rod changer is supported by a sturdy feed and 8-ft. boom that extends to 11 ft. for larger pattern coverage with fewer setups. Because the carousel rod changer weighs less and holds more rods than linear models, the boom extension can reach farther and drill deeper while maintaining stability. Holes can be drilled within 24 in. of the high wall, which, according to Cat, is 50 percent closer than with a linear rod changer. www.cat.com Photo: Caterpillar Keep Reading
Baldor Electric Co.: Dodge Type EXL
Baldor Electric Co.'s Dodge Type EXL tapered roller bearing provides both misalignment and expansion capability while maintaining Type E mounting dimensions. The new design incorporates a cartridge-style inner unit into a split ductile iron housing. According to Baldor, the split-housing design allows the inner unit to swivel freely in the housing, creating up to 4 degrees of static misalignment. Mounting dimensions are equivalent to any Type E dimensioned product. The sealed inner unit incorporates the Dodge XTS triple-lip seal for increased protection in harsh environments. The housing is made from ductile iron for added strength. Also, the new bearing design offers a 13 to 14 percent increase in load ratings over Baldor's previous tapered bearing design. www.baldor.com Keep Reading
Superior Industries: TeleStacker
According to Superior Industries, its engineers cut major setup time required to transition a swing axle TeleStacker conveyor from transport to radial positions. The swing axle XTP TeleStacker shifts from road to radial mode in between five and 10 minutes. That is compared to 45 to 60 minutes for the original model. Three key design features characterize the next generation swing axle XTP. First, to engage the stacker’s power travel, chains and sprockets are replaced with a pre-installed T-handle mechanism. While the chain and sprocket arrangement takes up to 30 minutes to install and can be tricky to guard, the new power travel system takes seconds to engage and needs no maintenance or guarding. Also, the new axle design requires fewer link arms during transport and operational modes. And the addition of a pivoting walking beam allows for true wheel alignment during radial travel. www.superior-ind.com Keep Reading
Xylem Dewatering Solutions: Godwin Dri-Prime HL260M
The Godwin Dri-Prime 10-in. HL260M automatic priming centrifugal pump is designed for large, high-head, high-flow jobs. It provides maximum flows to 3,600 GPM, total dynamic head to 500 ft., and solids-handling capabilities to 2 in. in diameter. Like all Godwin Dri-Prime pump models, the HL260M offers fully automatic priming from dry to 28 ft. of suction lift. Depending on location and requirements, it can be customized with a diesel engine or electric motor. It offers extensive application flexibility, including handling water, slurries and liquids with solids to 2 in. in diameter. This reliability makes the HL260M Dri-Prime pump ideal for mining applications. www.godwinpumps.com Photo: Xylem Dewatering Solutions Keep Reading
SKF
SKF's range of standard and customized couplings is engineered for high performance and reliability in power transmission applications. A variety of coupling types, combined with a range of sizes and bores, equips users with ideal solutions to mechanically connect two rotating shafts and transmit power from one shaft to the other. Additionally, they can compensate for shaft misalignment that could adversely affect velocity and acceleration of the driven shaft. The company's standard coupling product line includes jaw, grid, gear, flex, FRC, rigid and universal joints for quick and easy mounting directly on the shaft or using various compatible bushings or weld-on hubs. www.skfusa.com Photo: SKF Keep Reading
Eliminate the #1 Cause of Failures in Truck Scales
Nothing ruins productivity like unplanned downtime. Junction boxes are the primary cause of unplanned downtime in truck scales. If your truck scale stops working, your entire business could be shut down. METTLER TOLEDO developed the POWERCELL® PDX® load cell system to eliminate this problem. www.mt.com/pitquarry Keep Reading
Metso: Lokotrack mobile conveyors
Metso's track-mounted Lokotrack CT3.2 and wheel-mounted Lokotrack CW3.2 mobile conveyors are designed for applications that require high-stockpile capacity and superior material transfer capabilities. They can handle sand, rock, gravel and other materials. The self-propelled CT3.2 features a hydraulic drive system with variable speed control for regulating feed and maximizing fuel efficiency. The CW3.2 has a hydraulic-coupled drive that can be operated from the crusher or screen without the need for an external power source. Both conveyors can be linked with other Lokotrack mobile crushing and screening plants. www.metso.com Photo: Metso Keep Reading
Crisp Industries: Aggregate systems
Crisp Industries specializes in design and construction of new aggregate material systems, as well as custom fitting major additions to customers’ existing operations. Its expertise ranges from complete project management, to designing and building basic conveying systems. It offers fabrication, construction, design and complete turnkey systems. Crisp Industries has built a multitude of aggregate plants for many leading producers, and takes pride in using the highest quality workmanship in all of its projects — doing so in a timely manner and at a competitive price. www.crispindustries.com Keep Reading
Joy Global: P&H 4800XPC
The P&H 4800XPC is Joy Global's largest electric mining shovel, with a 135sT payload designed to three pass load 400sT ultra-class haul trucks. Built upon the proven foundation of the P&H 4100XPC AC, it leverages technology and intelligent design to raise the bar for electric mining shovel productivity. The new Adaptive Controls technology suite (patents pending), along with design changes to optimize the machine structures, enables the larger payload and improves overall shovel loading efficiency. The 4800XPC is designed to provide up to a 20 percent increase in production, along with a decrease in cost per ton of up to 5 percent when compared to the 4100XPC AC. www.minepro.com/en/MinePro/Mining-Equipment/Electric-Shovels/4800XPC.htm Keep Reading
