IM 2017 September 17 | Page 47

MECHANISED COAL The Sandvik MH620 features the most modern version of the OEM’s automatic cutting system – named AutoCut – designed to enable a consistently accurate profile that reduces ground support costs. Improved roadway quality also helps reduce the risk of slip, trip and fall injuries. The AutoCut system guides the cutter boom to cut the required roadway section within a pre- given profile contour. The roadheader’s PLC calculates necessary boom cutting traces based on input parameters selected by an