MINEXPO PREVIEW
“ I ’ m particularly looking forward to sharing our newest haulage concepts , which are designed to help meet our customers ’ needs for autonomy and the drive toward zero emissions .”
He added : “ Ultimately , at Komatsu we believe in providing our customers with the technology , solutions and flexible support they need for the lifecycle of their equipment and mining operations . Our customers need a reliable partner they can trust with whom to invest for the future of mining . We aim to be that partner .” Komatsu MINExpo highlights will include : n A new blasthole drill ( the ZR122 ) with 55,338 kg of pulldown force that show attendees will experience for the first time ; n Komatsu ’ s plans to develop a configurable truck series that adapts to future power sources including Tier 4 Final diesel engine , lithium-ion battery , trolley and hydrogen fuel cell ; n The D475A-8A – a versatile mining dozer that can go from ripping solid rock to cleaning up around the dragline with a re-engineered mainframe to target twice the life of previous models and withstand multiple rebuild / overhaul cycles ; n The PC5500-11 excavator , which , Komatsu says , has become one of the most popular hydraulic excavators with demonstrated reliability and excellent digging forces ; n The WX07 7 t LHD with a whole new chassis , powertrain and operator cabin , designed for a “ standout experience and environment ” for underground hard-rock mining operators ; n The ZB21 , an underground bolter that lets mine operators convert from a bolter to a jumbo drilling machine thanks to a common platform design ; and n Additional hard-rock , soft-rock and surface innovations , including Komatsu ’ s WE1850 Gen3 L-1850 wheel loader with switchedreluctance hybrid drive technology and a bucket capacity of 54 t . Covering a total area of more than 2,600 sq . m , Liebherr ’ s MINExpo 2021 booth will feature advancements from its Mining , Mobile Cranes and Components product segments , plus highlight a new brand-new Mining Technology Product portfolio and show its pathway forward for low- and zero-emission mining .
At the event , Liebherr Mining will display the R 9150 Generation 7 ( G7 ) 130 t excavator , the next generation of excavator cab from the recently announced R 9600 G8 , the PR 776 70 t mining dozer with LiReCon tele-operation system , the newly introduced T 274 305 t haul truck along with a display from Liebherr Components , and the LRT 1090-2.1 90 t rough terrain crane from Liebherr Mobile Cranes .
Attendees will be able to interact with new technologies through a virtual reality ( VR ) booth
The cabin for the brand-new R 9600 Generation 8 excavator will be on display at Liebherr ’ s booth
and discover Liebherr ’ s technology at the daily masterclasses held with Liebherr experts . Those who cannot attend in person will not miss out , with all exhibits , announcements , and showcases from the expo also delivered on Liebherr ’ s website and social media channels .
Liebherr will introduce three new excavators at MINExpo : the R 9150 Generation 7 ( machine showcased on the booth ), the R 9200 Generation 7 , and the brand-new R 9600 Generation 8 ( cabin showcased on the booth ).
These three machines establish the new naming strategy based on technology levels for Liebherr machines , with this approach designed to achieve a common and long-term logic within the earthmoving and mining product ranges in a clear manner , Liebherr said .
All three excavators are equipped with the latest innovations including Liebherr Power Efficiency , Assistance Systems , and Bucket Filling Assistant .
Liebherr ’ s recently launched T 274 truck bridges the gap between the T 284 and T 264 in its portfolio . Designed and adapted from years of experience in mining truck development , it is a “ true 305 t machine ” that provides fast cycle times , higher production rates , low fuel consumption and a low cost per tonne , Liebherr said . A wide range of options are available including the Liebherr Trolley Assist System and Liebherr Autonomy Kit .
Liebherr will also showcase its flagship mining dozer , the PR 776 Litronic , on the booth .
This dozer delivers bestin-class efficiency , with the new LiReCon ( Liebherr Remote Control ) system providing additional comfort and safety for operators in tough mining applications .
Liebherr components for mining applications will also feature at MINExpo . Among the components is the D98 diesel engine series , which is available for both Liebherr and other mining equipment manufacturers , for new and repowered machines . The V-16 engine of the D98 family , the D9816 , is not only on display at the booth but is also at the heart of the exhibited T 274 haul truck .
The world premiere of Liebherr ’ s Mining Technology Product portfolio , meanwhile , will demonstrate the company ’ s interoperable and scalable approach to its equipment , technology and service product offerings , the company said .
This portfolio , consisting of Liebherr ’ s Assistance Systems , Machine Automation and Digital Service products , will provide customers with “ flexible scope of supply solutions to increase safety and asset operational effectiveness ”, it said .
Together , these products will support operator ’ s performance , optimise diagnostic processes and automate machine functions , while integrating machine data and OEM expertise within the customers chosen technology landscapes , the company added .
Liebherr Mining already offers a range of solutions to help customers achieve low emissions , including a full range of electric excavators and a soon-to-be-full range of trolleycapable mining trucks .
“ Further to this , Liebherr Mining has a clear vision and roadmap to expand its current offering to achieve low fossil fuel solutions in 2022 , along with fossil fuel free solutions for the majority of applications by 2030 ,” it said . “ At MINExpo , strategic partnerships with energy and infrastructure providers will be announced , alongside the roadmap for Liebherr to provide these solutions to our customers .”
Hitachi ’ s EX series of mining excavators and largest rigid-frame haul truck , the EH5000AC-3 , will be major talking points at its MINExpo stand .
24 International Mining | AUGUST 2021