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Joy Global has underground hard rock equipment
operating in the US and Mexico amongst other
locations. This shows an LT-650 loader loading a
16TD truck
to upgrade the line. Late last year we released
the first upgrade, our 16TD truck which is based
on the popular DT-1804 model, a stalwart unit in
the product line for many years. The 16TD takes
that reliable model and builds on it to include
lower hood lines for improved visibility, a digital
operator display, shorter turning radius, ground
level maintenance, and faster speed ramps.”
Several similar enhancements are in the works,
including the 4LD loader, a comprehensive redesign of the LT-350 loader. The new 4LD
machine will feature increased carrying capacity
and z-bar link improvement; better operator
comfort/safety due to the ROPS/FOPS enclosed
cab with climate control and upgraded controls;
and increased ease of maintenance due to
improved design.
Maki says that on these upgrades, the key
changes are enhancing safety, making the
machine more maintenance friendly and
improving ergonomics for the operator. “Though
these hard rock ready trucks and loaders were
designed with operator safety, reliability and
ease of use/maintenance in mind, the upgraded
versions of these products are focused on
enhancing those features. We are working to
make them even easier to use, and easier to get
in and out of.”
In terms of customer base, Joy says it has “a
significant population of machines in a platinum
mine in Montana as well as copper, silver and
gold mines in Mexico.”
On being able to use Joy Global’s footprint to
enhance the reach of the fleet range, it now
includes locations in 20 countries, which “has
definitely helped because our service capabilities
and reach meant being able to tap into existing
sales and/or service relationships with mines
around the globe.”
At MINExpo 2016, Joy will launch its new line
of hybrid LHDs. Michael Lyten, Product Manager
- Hard Rock Haulage Systems says of the
group’s new 18 t hard rock LHD: “An 18 t LHD
incorporating the JOY SR Hybrid Drive has been
undergoing successful production testing in
Australia. We have adapted the SR technology
used on P&H surface wheel loaders to
significantly reduce heat emissions, providing
customers the option of operating additional
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