Modern Mining June 2018

PRODUCT News

ELB Equipment says it is aggressively gearing its excavator offering to meet an anticipated demand upsurge as the econ- omy turns upwards. “Excavators are at the heart of any con- struction or mining operation and their availability is pivotal to getting projects ELB Equipment sees rising demand for excavators off the ground. For this reason, we have brought in extra units, especially 21-ton- ners, as they are the most commonly used excavators in South Africa. We have also tagged them at competitive prices along with extras and extended-hour warran- ties to help ensure the success of these new projects,” says local distributor ELB Equipment’s Rhett O’Neill.

New lever-action grease coupler available from SKF SKF recently released its lever-action coupler. Developed to optimise grease gun lubricant delivery, this coupler is available in two ver- sions – one for battery-powered grease guns and one for manual grease guns. The lever-action coupler tool improves safety and simplifies the manual lubrication process. Featuring one-handed operation, the easy-to-use coupler remains attached to the fitting without being held in place. In addi- tion, its reverse-jaw design holds the fitting securely to the seat for less grease spillage. Offering a comfortable, ergonomic design, the lever-action coupler has a flexible rubber sleeve that offsets pressure applied to the lever and protects the hose from unnecessary wear. Also, its durable, all-steel construction delivers long service life. It enables one-handed operation for improved safety and is easy to use. The lever is activated for quick attachment and release from the fitting. It is a comfortable, ergonomic design with a protective grip and optimises lubricant delivery. It reduces grease spillage and is made of a robust, all- steel construction. The lever-action coupler is suitable for use with all manual greasing tools and solves common problems encountered when using a flexible hose. Typical applications include agriculture, construction and general indus- try, as well as vehicle service environments. SKF, tel (+27 11) 821-3500

Local ventilation specialists TLT MechCaL and TLT ACTOM have announced the launch of a combined TLT-Turbo Africa brand that will offer clients across the African continent the combined expertise and innovation of these two firms. TLT MechCaL and TLT ACTOM will now be known as a single entity – TLT-Turbo Africa. The new brand is in line with the global identity of the German parent company of both firms, TLT-Turbo. “The rebranding of these separate entities will allow us to strengthen our offering across Africa,” says MD Luther Erasmus. “By com- bining our expertise and experience in the market, we are able to scale our offering while leveraging the globally recognised TLT-Turbo brand.” Going forward, TLT-Turbo Africa will design, manufacture and install technol- Sumitomo is a specialist excavator manufacturer with more than 100 years of experience in mining and earthmoving. According to ELB, the company produces premium-brand excavators that excel in tough conditions and often match the out- put of bigger and heavier machines on site. The Sumitomo excavators are noted for low diesel consumption. They also have three modes of operation – these are Speed Priority, Heavy, and an Auto option,

A large shipment of Sumitomo excavators has arrived in South Africa.

which gives operators the ability to choose the mode best suited to the kind of opera- tion encountered. ELB Equipment, tel (+27 11) 306-0700 New branding for ventilation specialists

ogy-driven mining, industrial and power station fans and ventilation systems gov- erned by a solutions-driven approach. “We have been field proven to provide holistic ventilation solutions that are able to meet the challenges of the African market. Our high efficiency designs are able to outper- form other products on the market while reducing CO 2 emissions and achieving incredible power savings,” states Erasmus. TLT-Turbo Africa’s products and systems are suited for a wide range of applications, including mining and civil engineering. In addition to its range of solutions, TLT-Turbo Africa will also deliver turnkey installation, after sales support and main- tenance, and engineering services to provide a customised approach for each client. TLT-Turbo Africa, website: www.tlt-turbo.africa

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