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Ampcontrol Managing Director & CEO Rod Henderson .
Commenting on potential further opportunities , PPK Group Ltd Executive Chairman Robin Levison also added : “ Given the proximity of Ampcontrol and PPKME workshops within the Hunter region of NSW , the geographical spread of customers and distinct areas of expertise , I see this unique ‘ electrification project ’ as the first step on a broader collaboration opportunity between Ampcontrol , PPK Group and our subsidiary
company LIS Energy Ltd . LIS Energy continues to commercialise its proprietary lithium sulphur battery technology through its joint venture research agreement with Deakin University ; we are very enthusiastic about the potential future opportunities this project could present .”
“ We are looking forward to developing a strong association between PPKME and Ampcontrol , combining our engineering expertise , advanced technology solutions , and world-class manufacturing to deliver the future in battery electric vehicles for our industry ,” added Henderson . https :// ampcontrolgroup . com ; www . ppkgroup . com . au
Dialight launches ProSite LED
Dialight Group , a leader in industrial LED lighting innovation , has launched its new ProSite LED floodlight range for the EMEA and APAC markets . Launched at the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston , USA , the floodlights are designed for industrial applications , providing , the company says , superior visibility to external worksites with crisp , near daylight illumination to ensure the safety and security of a diverse range of facilities including mine sites .
The new ProSite series is currently available in 12,000-65,000 lumen models , reaching up to 165 minimum light spill for optimal illumination lumens per watt , for mounting heights of up to 30 without wasted light or unnecessary light m . The floodlights integrate highly efficient pollution , Dialight says . precision optics , offering a wide range of beam Offering maximum protection against water , patterns from narrow-spot to very wide , symmetric dust , debris , vibration and impact with IP66 / 67 , or asymmetric , and are capable of withstanding and IK10 ( integrated polycarbonate optic / lens or harsh environments , according to the company . lens cover ) or IK08 ( glass lens cover ) ratings , the The in-house designed optical surfaces precisely floodlights come with corrosion-resistant 316 distribute the light over the target area with stainless steel mounting hardware as standard .
BluVein signs up interest for trolley charging project
Seven major mining companies have financially backed BluVein and its “ next generation trolley-charging technology ” for heavy mining vehicles , with the industry collaboration project now moving forward with final system development and construction of a technology demonstration pilot site in Brisbane , Australia .
BluVein can now refer to Northern Star Resources , Newcrest Mining , Vale , Glencore , Agnico Eagle , AngloGold Ashanti and OZ Minerals as project partners . without the need to employ battery swapping or Some additional mining companies still in the acquire larger , heavier batteries customised to process of joining the BluVein project will be cope with the current requirements placed on the announced as they officially come on board , heaviest diesel-powered machinery operating in BluVein said , while four major mining vehicle the mining sector . manufacturers have signed agreements to support It is doing this through adapting charging BluVein controls and hardware integration into technology originally developed by Sweden-based their vehicles .
EVIAS for electrified public highways . The
BluVein , a joint venture between EVIAS and application of this technology in mining could see Australia-based Olitek , is intent on laying the operations employ smaller , lighter battery-electric groundwork for multiple OEMs and mining vehicles that are connected to the mine site grid companies to play in the mine electrification space via its ingress protection-rated slotted Rail™
The ProSite can also withstand a variety of environmental conditions and has a wide operating temperature range of -40 ° C to + 65 ° C .
With just four screws to access wiring , installation is quick and easy , the company claims . Several mounting options are available as well as a variety of accessories including wire guards , visors and bird spikes . The ProSite series also comes with Dialight ’ s industry-leading 10 year warranty .
Launching the ProSite range , Fariyal Khanbabi , Dialight Group Chief Executive , said : “ The ProSite series features Dialight ’ s hallmark dependability and efficiency in an innovative , compact new design that provides a brighter , safer and more secure work environment .
“ As a company , it is our priority to provide industry with products that perform to the highest standards , while also being cost-effective , easy to install and virtually maintenance free over their 10- year lifespan so that nothing is wasted – whether that be money , time , or unnecessary environmental impact .” www . dialight . com
system . This system effectively eliminates all exposed high voltage conductors , providing significantly improved safety and ensures compliance with mine electrical regulations , according to BluVein . This is complemented with its Hammer™ technology and a sophisticated power distribution unit to effectively power electric motors and charge a vehicle ’ s on-board batteries .
BluVein has been specifically designed for harsh mining environments and is completely agnostic to vehicle manufacturer . This standardisation is crucial , BluVein says , as it allows a mixed fleet of mining vehicle to use the same rail infrastructure .
While underground mining looks like the most immediate application , BluVein says the technology also has applications in open-pit mining and quarrying .
It is this technology to be trialled in a demonstration pilot in a simulated underground environment . BluVein says it plans on starting the trial install early works towards the end of this year for a mid- to late-2022 trial period . The BluVein project will be managed by the Canada Mining Innovation Council ( CMIC ). www . bluvein . com
8 International Mining | SEPTEMBER 2021