UTILITY & ANCILLARY
our on-going commitment to listen to our clients,
understand their needs, and develop the right
training programs and services to ensure workers
have the skills, competencies, and confidence to
do their job both safely and productively,” says
Tom White, NORCAT’s Simulation Manager. “We
are excited to expand our simulation training
services and work with Normet to continue to
engage and educate our future skilled labour
workers for in-demand jobs across Canada.”
“Partnering with NORCAT to deliver Normet
operator training is a natural fit which will increase
accessibility to high quality instruction,” says
Robert Renaud, Normet Canada Sales Manager.
“This relationship will allow our clients to get
expanded, in-depth experiential training needed
to become efficient, productive and safe operators
of Normet equipment.”
BTI’s improved Mine Runner
Breaker Technology (BTI) recently released its
Extended Wheel Base (EWB) Mine Runner, a mine
utility vehicle that, it says, is purpose-built for the
rugged underground environment.
Offering an extended chassis and improved
payloads (from 1,814-2,722 kg), the Mine Runner
is also able to keep the total cost of ownership
lower than other brands, BTI said.
John Wittenberg, Product Manager at Breaker
Technology, said: “High uptime and low
maintenance costs are given with the hydraulic all-
wheel drive. Active braking from the hydraulic
circuit eliminates conventional brake and axle
wear significantly, reducing the cost of
ownership.”
The Mine Runner utility vehicle is powered by
BTI’s Hydraulic Wheel Drive (HWD), a fluid-
controlled power train, resulting in 40% more
efficiency than other vehicles with a conventional
power train, it says. BTI explained: “This means
there are fewer parts to maintain or replace,
offering a lower total cost of ownership, and
contributes to the longevity of the equipment. The
HWD system offers lower emissions, which also
saves on ventilation and energy costs for the
mine.”
The vehicle can be customised for operational
demands; whether it’s a personnel carrier, utility
an automotive-style accelerator and service brake
pedal, according to BTI.
Both the primary braking (service brakes) and
the secondary braking (emergency brakes) are
designed and tested to meet and exceed the
regional braking standard and performance for
underground mining machines. The tested and
independently certified ROPS/FOPS operator and
Runner’s personnel carrier is designed to transport
up to eight passengers but can also be configured
for other operational needs. It still offers a low
total cost of ownership, providing mines with a transport vehicles. Their current sprayer is
designed and proven to deliver smooth, consistent
application of shotcrete in any stage of the
underground mining cycle. With shotcrete playing
safe and budget-conscious vehicle while keeping
people and supplies safe when traveling through
the underground mining environment, according such a significant role in the mining cycle, Getman
is committed to continuously improving its
offerings, shown through its dedication in
introducing innovative products and features for
to BTI.
Cashman partners with Getman
In December 2019 Cat dealer Cashman Equipment
and Getman Corporation announced the
formation of a business partnership where
Cashman became the exclusive dealer and
distributor of Getman’s underground, mining-
specific equipment throughout their territory in
Nevada and the Eastern Sierras.
The Getman product line complements
Cashman’s line of Caterpillar Underground Mining
equipment. Getman’s diesel-powered equipment
is designed specifically for
hauling, building, and supporting
said.
Wittenberg added: “The higher payload and
extended wheelbase maximises the usefulness of technicians and knowledgeable
parts ordering specialists from
Cashman and Getman will
collaborate with locally based
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In addition to Getman’s full suite of
underground support equipment, a particular
product line that Cashman and Getman believe
mining customers will benefit from is the support
manufacturer’s line of shotcrete spraying and
underground mining operations
in a safe and efficient manner.
Experienced mining service
package.”
The Mine Runner is easy to drive with its
patented Advanced Braking and Tramming
technology, giving the driver traction control with
evolve, the need for reliable, advanced support
equipment like Getman will become an even more
critical tool for the success of a mining operation.”
personnel cabins are standard with ergonomic
seating and HVAC, the company said.
BTI initially released its standard Mine Runner
All Purpose Vehicle in 2014. The standard Mine truck or simple flat deck, an increased payload
and extended chassis allow mines to move more
people and supplies through the tunnel safely, BTI
the machine by providing a multi-person,
multipurpose platform for crew and gear with an
unsurpassed payload and speed in a compact
Breaker Technology (BTI) recently released its
Extended Wheel Base (EWB) Mine Runner, a
mine utility vehicle that, it says, is purpose-built
for the rugged underground environment
parts warehouses throughout
Nevada to provide total customer
support.
Todd Gilligan, General Manager of Sales,
Marketing and Rental of Cashman Equipment: “As
the underground mining industry continues to
its shotcrete sprayer customers in the near future.
“We are excited about this relationship.
Combining Getman’s world-class equipment with
Cashman’s proven service and support will create
unmatched performance and availability for our
customers,” added Erik VanAllen, CEO of Getman
Corporation.
Cashman and Getman already have a strong
working partnership underway, and both
companies are well positioned to provide the
sales, parts, and service needed for all of the
Getman underground mining support products. IM
Cat dealer Cashman recently became the
exclusive dealer and distributor of Getman’s
underground, mining-specific equipment
throughout their territory in Nevada and the
Eastern Sierras