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ELPHINSTONE UNDERGROUND AND SURFACE MINING SOLUTIONS Elphinstone Pty Ltd is an authorised Caterpillar Original Equipment Manufacturer ( OEM ) and a leading manufacturer of quality products for the global underground and surface mining industries . The product range features specialised underground support vehicles and surface mining solutions , including extended distance off-highway haulage trucks and water tanks to suit Caterpillar articulated trucks .
Elphinstone works in agreement with the Caterpillar dealer network , providing greater reach and support to its global customers . Highly trained field support technicians provide an unprecedented level of technical support for both the customer and dealer . Dealer feedback and the ‘ Voice of Customer ’ ( VOC ) are reviewed to ensure all products are accepted and meet the requirements of the global market .
Elphinstone ’ s dedicated sales , marketing and product support personnel travel the world helping Caterpillar dealers support their customers by conducting site visits , facilitating meetings , training sessions and providing specialised technical product support . All products come with a 12-month Elphinstone factory-backed , unlimited-hour warranty . The Total Cost of Ownership is key to any machine evaluation , with each machine designed and manufactured to be safe , reliable , productive , ergonomic and easy to service , maintain and rebuild .
The Elphinstone ® range of underground support vehicles includes agitators , delivery trucks , service trucks , water cannons , water tanks , motor graders and other specialised support equipment . There are two base platforms , the 20-t WR820 series and the 10-t WR810 series .
At the heart of both platforms are proven Cat ® powertrains featuring Caterpillar ' s proprietary ACERT technology and control module . The WR810 features the C7.1 ACERT Tier 3 engine arrangement rated at 168 kW ( 225 hp ) as the standard option for less stringent emission regulations . The C7.1 ACERT Tier 4 Final engine arrangement is optional , also adhering to EU Stage V exhaust emission standards . The engine arrangement offers a dual horsepower configuration set at 151 kW ( 202 hp ) for a higher performance rating . A reduced ventilation rating at 129 kW ( 173 hp ) is possible through a simple software change performed by a Caterpillar dealer . The WR820 features the C11 ACERT Tier 3 engine rated at 242 kW ( 325 hp ).
The chassis design and component commonality of both platforms is shared across many applications , providing the highest level of reliability , durability and superior parts availability worldwide through the Caterpillar dealer network .
Elphinstone underground support vehicles : WR820 20-t base platform , WR810 10-t base platform and M & K series graders
The Haulmax ® 3900 series truck is purposebuilt for extended distance , off-highway , surface mining applications and is available in many configurations , including dump truck , service truck water cart or tow tractor for a 160-t capacity lowboy trailer . Designed to operate on cycles of approximately 50 km , the narrow width of the 3900 allows it to work on roads 15-m wide . Increased tyre and brake capacity , plus a load management system , enable the truck to travel at higher speeds over longer distances .
The Elphinstone W35 ® Water Tank module , designed to fit Caterpillar 740C , 745C and 745 articulated truck chassis , is utilised for dust suppression in the construction and mining industry . The tank has a capacity of 35,000 litres with five fully adjustable and individually controlled spray heads , a water cannon and many other features .
Elphinstone , based in Tasmania , Australia , continues to support and rely upon the specialised design , engineering and manufacturing knowledge of its skilled local workforce . This highly capable and advanced manufacturing supply chain has steadily evolved over its 45-plus-year association with the global mining industry . The company continues to develop a high volume of new products , delivering over 240 machines worldwide to locations in Argentina , Australasia , Brazil , Canada , Chile , Democratic Republic of the Congo , Guyana , India , Jamaica , Mali , Mexico , Mongolia , New Zealand , Peru , Russia , Saudi Arabia , South Africa , Suriname , USA and more .
As an authorised Caterpillar OEM , all Elphinstone products , technical assistance and access to spare parts are available through the global Cat dealer network , supported by the Elphinstone Product Support team .
Operator safety : Elphinstone WR810 Water Cannon ( Tier 4 ) with relay station and wireless remote
ELPHINSTONE PTY LTD
2 Ormsby Street , Burnie , Tasmania ,
Australia 7320 Phone : 61 + 3 6442 7777 Email : sales @ elphinstone . com
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