Sandvik's latest addition to its fresh, upgraded LHD portfolio is the new electric powered, 14 Tonne electric LHD that features higher productivity, lower operating costs and reduced environmental impact, but with all the strengths of diesel machines. 
Higher productivity is offered with the electric motor’s peak torque, resulting in faster bucket filling and better acceleration. |
Sandvik Mining and Construction has introduced a new electric LHD LH514E, which exhibits a very low emission count, making it ideal for higher productivity and lower total cost in various applications while ensuring a better working environment. Like all Sandvik loaders, the 14 tonne electric-powered LHD incorporates key features of the recently launched diesel machines, such as upgraded cabin design and Vehicle Control and Management system (VCM). The electronic control system incorporates a state of the art user interface with enhanced diagnostics and a platform for Sandvik’s Automine technology, plus an upgraded electric system that is designed to interface optimally with the electronic control system. Sandvik loaders’ upgraded electric and hydraulic systems and improved tramming capacity deliver excellent productivity, reliability and performance. Offering extended operating range with up to 400 meters of cable, they are ideal for use in all applications where the hauling distance is short and operations are repetitive. Easy to service and maintain, eLHDs also offer reduced downtime by improved diagnostics and trouble-shooting with the VCM system. Additionally, new, top-notch manuals and up-to-date training materials make them perfectly suited for all global users with reasonable operational and management practices as required for electric fleet. Higher productivity is offered with electric motor’s peak torque, resulting in faster bucket filling and better acceleration. The electric model features 14 000 kg (30 865 lb) of tramming capacity, buckets ranging from 4.6 m³ to 7.0 m³, three-phase, squirrel-cage 45 kW pump and 132 kW drive motors with Dana 5000 series gearbox and Posi Stop axles. Sandvik eLHDs have an attractive list of features, including better visibility with horizontal cable reel, better fire safety as there is no need for flammable diesel fuel, no hot engine parts and no exhaust fumes. Building on our innovative solutions, Sandvik eLHDs have applications in all types of underground mines ranging from mass mining to more conventional mining methods. These units have been developed for a safe and productive workplace while also reducing the environmental impact. Over 400 electric machines delivered to date are successful proof of the potential for electric loaders in todays mining environments. To comment on this story or for additional details click on the related button above. |