MechChem Africa January 2018

Sandvik is introducing AutoMine TM Tele-Remote for underground loaders, a smart entry-level addition to its industry-leading AutoMine TM product family. The new product provides an easy way to start exploring the full potential of Sandvik equipment automation while improving productivity, safety and cost efficiency in mining operations. New intelligent solution added to Tele‑Remote portfolio

T he new AutoMine TM Tele-Remote provides functionality for smart teleoperation and monitoring of a single loader from the safety of a remote location. It is easy to set up, operate

and maintain without the need for advanced technical skills. Designed specifically for quick production area deployment, Auto- Mine Tele-Remote is particularly suitable for continuously changingmining environments,

An AutoMine TM control room. AutoMine TM is a fully scalable fleet automation system.

goal is to deliver the best movement solu- tions globally. The 9300 series slides have been enhanced to include extra-heavy load rating, full extension, 19.1 mm side space, non-disconnect and the ability to accom- modate drawers up to 1067mmwide. Even lengths of seven variations are available in a clear zinc finish, from245mm to 1 524mm. “A common problem with ball bearing slides is inching or ball migration,” points out Julie van den Berg, key account man- ager, TectraAutomation. “This is a condition where the ball retainers in the slides move at different speeds and distances, causing them to get out of sync with each other and the slide members they support. Accuride has overcome this by redesigning the 9300 bridge retainer to keep the spacer parallel, reducing ball migration.” q As the intelligent operator-assisting AutoMineTele-Remote systemautomatically steers the loader in environments previously unknown to it, loading can start immediately after site installation without the need for area definitions. In addition, the solution en- ables additional productive hours per day by allowing continued remote operation of the such as applicationswith small stopes ormine development. “AutoMine Tele-Remote makes remote loader operation simple thanks to a number of smart systemfunctionalities that assist the operator,”saysJarkkoRuokojärvi,productline manager for automation at Sandvik Mining andRockTechnology. “The advanced features – such as automatic steering and predictive wall collision avoidance – ensure easy and smooth operation of the loader, reducing strain on the operator.”

The AutoMine TM Tele-Remote in operation.

Accuride slide range improved TectraAutomation, part of theHytecGroup and sole sub-Saharan Africa distributor of Accuride industrial and draw slides, has announced its new stockholding of the Accuride 9300 slides with increased load rating. Accuride, the USA- based global experts in movement solu- tion design, has in-

creased the load rating in this slide series by 20% – up to 272 kg, and improved their sensorial movement. Accuride has increased the material gauge for both the inner and outer mem- bers of slides in this range, increased the number of ball bearings and improved the ball retainer design. In addition to the increased load rating, other enhancements to this range include silenced operation and smoothermovement, making them ideal for industrial racks, ATM machines, tool carts and pull-out compartments on emergency and utility vehicles. Accuride industrial slides are proven to provide precise linear motion to any application, and the company’s

Accuride 9300 slides have 20% increased load rating, now up to 272 kg, and improved sensorial movement.

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