Modern Quarrying Q2 2020

The Nordtrack range is positioned to appeal to contractors at a more affordable price point.

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The new Metso Nordtrack range complements the existing Lokotrack line with alternative options for mobile screens, jaw crushers and a new range of tracked stackers

range enjoys a pricing benefit when compared with the Lokotrack range of screening and scalping products from Metso. “There are a number of reasons for this,” he says. “The Nordtrack units do not come with a standard five- year or 10 000-hour warranty as the Lokotrack range does. The units come with a standard 1-year/ 2 000 hours warranty. The units also come with basic functions, making them easy to operate and service.” In terms of specifications, Marais says “the units still enjoy a high standard specification level with lots of modern features such as hydraulic adjustments, apron or belt feeder options. When it comes to screen box sizes, Nordtrack offers a broader scope compared with the Lokotrack range.” He says Pilot Crushtec plans to launch nine new Nordtrack products to the South African market over the The new Nordtrack range allows Pilot Crushtec to compete in applications where the company was traditionally not active.

The new Nordtrack units are basic to operate and do not have complex IC systems to automate processes like the Lokotrack range

Pilot Crushtec is launching nine new Nordtrack products to the southern African market over the next year

The Nordtrack range is primarily suited for contractors, aggregate producers, recycling operations and start- ups in the crushing and screening industry

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