Modern Mining April 2018

EQUIPMENT

optimum load retention and minimal material carry-back. The On-Board Weighing (OBW) option is an integrated system that ensures the machine moves the optimum safe payload to further optimise production and minimise operational costs. It does this by using exterior-mounted pressure sensors to monitor and relay machine statistics to the operator’s on-board display. Not only can machine information be viewed in real-time via the on-board display, it can be remotely accessed via Volvo’s telematics system to help operators and fleet managers improve planning. Uptime and productivity are centred on the machine’s durable design, which promotes high component protection and longer life- cycles for extended intervals between planned maintenance. The robust hauler offers a low centre of gravity and is equipped with an expertly designed body and chassis that work in har- mony with the McPherson strut with lower wishbone front suspension and the new low- effort steering system. The front suspension is widely spaced to absorb load and ground surface shocks and protect vital machine structures. Detailed engi- neering is also evident in the machine frame ‘horse collar’ design, providing flexibility to travel on uneven terrain. Manufactured from box-section steer rails, the frame features high- strength steel castings in the key stress locations to absorb ground impacts. All frame bores are sleeved for additional protection. A significant

exterior-mounted cameras to produce a bird’s- eye-view of the vehicle and surrounding work area via the on-board display. The R100E makes daily service checks and routine maintenance quick and easy with anti- slip steps and secure walkways. All service points are strategically grouped and located within reach from the ground and service plat- form to provide quick, easy and safe machine maintenance or adjustments, while the direct rim-mounted wheel design promotes safe and quick installation and removal. The R100E also offers a high level of hydraulic filtration that features magnetic suction filters on each hydraulic functional system, as well as pressure filtration on the

Pictured here with the R100E in the background are Paul Douglas (left), Vice President of Rigid Haulers at Volvo CE and MD of Terex Trucks, and Melker Jernberg, President of Volvo CE (photo: Volvo CE).

The R100E is put through its paces at a Scottish quarry. The machine has a top speed of 50 km/h and offers a gross torque of 4 631 Nm.

investment was spent in frame and body rigorous testing, which included applying 60 000 hours’ worth of chassis fatigue loads. Not only a highly efficient machine, the R100E also brings operator productivity to the fore – starting with the ROPS/FOPS- certified operator cab. Offering reduced vibrations and exterior noise, the cab is fitted onto vis- cous-type isolation mounts for greater ride quality. From the operator seat, located on the left side of the cab, the operator can observe the job site and surrounding areas through the large glass area and a low rake windscreen. Good visibility is complemented by a 360 deg sur- round view system provided by Volvo Smart View. The system uses multiple ultra-wide-angle

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