Tesmec’s 1475XL EVO Rockhawg is ideal for operations looking for a continuous, high-performance surface mining solution.
The Tesmec 1475XL EVO Rockhawg is a high-performance 115-tonne-class surface miner, equipped with a 470 kilowatt engine and a four-spiral cutting drum.
It excels in several surfacing mining applications including bauxite, thanks to its ability to provide the operator with the flexibility to shift configurations to suit the task at hand.
“You can really maximise your productivity with the 1475XL EVO Rockhawg, as it can be set up in both up-cutting and down-cutting configurations,” Tesmec Australia general manager Adrien Merceron said.
“The four-spiral cutting drum has been specifically designed for surface mining and can achieve a fragment size of less than 10mm, without the need for crushing.”
The 1475XL EVO Rockhawg can be fitted with several attachments, including a chainsaw, to adapt to different applications. The swap kit means the machine’s backend can be changed from project to project. The rear-mounted drum is centrally supported and wide than the machine, which provides an optimal cutting performance. The power system, which is entirely hydraulically powered, releases accumulated energy through the digging shaft to deliver extra torque, which results in higher productivity levels in hard rock excavation applications.
Merceron said these features mean operators can achieve increased output while selectively mining.
“Operators can obtain a superior mined material through the simplified surface mining process, which combines excavation and crushing in one step, and eliminates the need for primary crushing,” he said.
“Operators can adjust the gradation of the excavated material to suit their specific requirements and ensure the 1475XL EVO Rockhawg is easy to handle.
“The other benefit of this approach is the reduced processing requirements. By avoiding the mix of materials from different layers, and being able to control the depth of excavation, operators have greater flexibility and precision at their fingertips.”
Quarry operations can further tailor the 1475XL EVO Rockhawg through a series of optional features, including a water spray dust suppression system, a quick-fill system, a fire protection system, rubber track pads, and a trencher radio control system.
Tesmec has included its leading digital technology features, including TrenchIntel, TrenchTronic 5.0 and Re.M, as standard to support greater productivity within daily operations.
TrenchIntel provides operators with access to a high-precision 3D-GPS guidance system, which supports operators in depth and grade control, as well as automatic steering across predefined paths and optimises passes.
Through TrenchTronic 5.0, operators can electronically select digging pressure, fully automate operations and access remote diagnostics systems.
The Re.M remote monitoring system captures a range of machine data which supports informed decisions across fleet management, operations, troubleshooting and remote management. The smart tracker feature is a built-in data recorder that automatically collects data while the 1475XL EVO Rockhawg is in operation, optimising sites looking for a digitally integrated approach to extraction operations.
“The technology features improve the safety of the operation. Surface mining can avoid using explosives and also substitute for several traditional machines,” Merceron said.
Operators can experience the safety of a pressurised cabin with air conditioning, heating, and sound suppression as standard. The cabin on the 1475XL EVO Rockhawg is equipped with ROPS and FOPS, as well as compartment security locks.
“The Re.M tool can help managers understand what goes into each machine’s bottom-line performance. Through the Re.M platform, it is possible to remotely deploy diesel and hydraulic parameters, understand engine and digging hours, digging distance, and access on-demand performance reporting.
“Our technology tools are designed to be easy to use and increase productivity by making machine operation less dependent on the operator’s skills. These tools can also support businesses as they transition to the complete digitisation of the jobsite.” •
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