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MINExpo 2021
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Top New Products of 2021
Several new component technologies for the heavy equipment industries are currently in contention for the annual Top New Products of the Year award.
Market Analysis
Interact Analysis Projects 150% Growth By 2030 for Off-Highway Electrified Components Market
Smart Systems
Construction Equipment Machine Control Transforms Jobsite Intelligence
Electrification
Electrification Efforts Advance Through Engineering Collaboration
Mining
From the Editor's Desk: Mining Industry Puts Sustainability Center Stage at MINExpo 2021
Forestry & Lawn
Caterpillar Introduces 568 Forest Machine With Design Upgrades
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Mining
From the Editor's Desk: Mining Industry Puts Sustainability Center Stage at MINExpo 2021
Electric powered equipment and advanced technologies to improve efficiency aim to help the mining industry reduce its environmental impact.
Market Analysis
Off-Highway Equipment Markets Have Rebounded in 2021
Off-highway equipment production in 2021 is forecast to increase 9.5% compared to 2020, and 2022 production to be 12% higher than 2021.
Operator Interface
Autonomous Vehicles Create More Intuitive, Easier to Use Operator Interfaces
Increased automation will simplify, and eventually minimize the need for operator cabs and controls.
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Electrification
Sandvik Launches Electrification and Technology Solutions at MINExpo 2021
New equipment launched includes battery-electric machines with AutoSwap capabilities to minimize downtime as well as incorporation of automation-ready technology.
Automated Systems
Zyfra Presents ZR RoboDrill Autonomous Drill Rig Solution at MINExpo 2021
The XR RoboDrill can be installed on most drill rigs and is compatible both with diesel and electric-powered drills.
Electrification
Electrification and Hybridization Brings Additional Lubricant Requirements
Lubrizol says many performance aspects will stay the same, but more factors such as thermal management and conductivity will need to be considered.
Electrification
Vermeer Partnering with Conmeq to Supply AS15 Fully Electric Mini Skid Steer Loaders to European Jobsites
The AS15 is configured using a fully electric propulsion system which offers more direct power to each of the four independent wheel motors, providing efficient battery usage and high expected run times.
Hybrids
Rolls-Royce and Flanders Electric Offer Retrofit Kit for Hybridizing Mining Trucks
The retrofit solution will utilize mtu engines, batteries and hybrid control systems, and Flanders drivetrain solutions to help reduce emissions and improve efficiency of mining trucks.
Trends
Cable Control for Tractor-Drawn Equipment
LeTourneau's Power Control Unit utilized wire rope and enabled control of two devices as a means of improving performance of dozers and other heavy machinery.
Drivetrains
Dana Debuts Spicer Electrified e-Powershift Transmission for Electrified Heavy-Duty Mining Vehicles
The Spicer Electrified e-Powershift Transmission is equipped with Dana TM4 high-voltage motors from 350-800V to improve efficiency, reduce total package size, and provide redundancy as needed.
Engines
Jacobs and Tula Technology Collaborate on CDA with Dynamic Skip Fire Technology
The companies will work together to accelerate development of Jacobs Cylinder Deactivation valve actuation technology in conjunction with Tula’s Dynamic Skip Fire control algorithms to meet emissions targets.
Mining
Epiroc Introduces Pit Viper 291 Single-Pass Blasthole Drilling Rig with Autonomous Drilling Options
With Epiroc’s Rig Control System, the Pit Viper 291 can be configured with scalable automation features, including fully autonomous drilling.
Automated Systems
Baidu Introduces Real-Time Mapping Technology for Autonomous Navigation
Terrain Traversability Mapping enables an autonomous excavator to navigate through unstructured outdoor environments.
Automated Systems
Liebherr Partners with Hexagon on Next-Generation Mine Automation
Hexagon's autonomous mission management system will orchestrate autonomous fleet and unmanned mine traffic movements throughout the mine for optimized autonomous haulage.
Automated Systems
Caterpillar Debuts Autonomous 794 AC Mining Truck at MINExpo
The 794 AC is equipped with Command for hauling to enable total autonomous operating of the mining trucks, interaction with other equipment, and integration with customer mining processes.
Mining
Epiroc Introduces Boltex M10 and E10 Rock Reinforcement Drill Rig at MINExpo 2021
Both rigs are designed to increase productivity and bolt installation quality due to intelligent options and compatibility with different bolt types.
Mining
Sandvik Unveiling Three New Underground Drilling Solutions at MINExpo
The new products include a new battery-powered bolting rig, an accompanying portable training simulator and a new mobile application for enhanced drilling.
Power Systems
Eaton Partners with DOE and Ballard to Improve Efficiency of Fuel Cells
Eaton is partnering with Ballard Fuel Cell Systems and the DOE’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory to develop fuel cell technology which improves fuel efficiency.
Smart Systems
Komatsu to Teleoperate Excavator from MINExpo
The demonstration will preview the new semi-autonomous PC7000-11 hydraulic excavator.
Smart Systems
Sandvik Launches AutoMine Surface Drilling AutoCycle for Fully Autonomous Surface Drilling
The AutoCycle capabilities expand the iDrill automated drilling cycle with autonomous hole-to-hole tramming, path planning, obstacle detection and geofencing.
Manufacturing
Volta Trucks Confirms Manufacturing Partner for Volta Zero Electric Truck
Steyr Automotive will manufacture the Volta Zero, bringing with it decades of commercial vehicle manufacturing experience.
Trends
From the Editor's Desk: Mining Industry Gearing up for MINExpo 2021
MINExpo is one of the next big industry events to take place in person, and manufacturers are preparing to show their latest mining equipment and technology.
Power Systems
Technology News Tracker: Advancements in Hydrogen Technology
Manufacturers are developing new engine and fuel cell technologies, as well as heavy vehicles capable of operating on hydrogen.
Construction
Komatsu Europe Introduces PW98MR-11 Wheeled Midi Excavator
The PW98MR-11 features lower fuel consumption, improved operator comfort, and convenient and fast access to all service positions.
Engines
DEUTZ Approves TCD Engine Portfolio for Use with Paraffinic Diesel Fuels
The use of alternative fuels significantly reduces the carbon footprint of DEUTZ’s combustion engines and raises the prospect of running engines on a carbon-neutral basis in the future.
Emissions
Shell Starship 2.0 Truck Reduces Carbon Emissions by Using Advanced Technologies
The new truck features a new chassis and drivetrain, along with new safety and fuel-efficient upgrades while maintaining the bespoke body from the original truck.
Mining
Sandvik Launches 15-Tonne Toro LH515i Underground Loader
The Toro LH515i features a Sandvik intelligent control system with touchscreen color display and quick access to data.
Equipment Launches
Vermeer Introduces VXT300 Truck-Mounted Vacuum Excavator
The VXT300 is designed with a low overall height of just 11.5 ft. to efficiently transport spoils from the jobsite to the dumpsite.
Equipment Launches
Manitowoc Updates Grove TMS9000-2 Truck Crane with More Horsepower and Faster Setup
The Grove TMS9000-2 truck crane design improvements include enhanced operator comfort, reduced machine weight and an improved setup process.
Operator Interface
Autonomous Vehicles Create More Intuitive, Easier to Use Operator Interfaces
Increased automation will simplify, and eventually minimize the need for operator cabs and controls.
Industry News
OEM Industry News Briefs: ZF Developing Steering System for Autonomous Trucks
ZF is partnering with Locomation on Level 4 capable steering systems, CNH Industrial has acquired an Italian excavator manufacturer, and more news you may have missed.
Emissions
Caterpillar Partnering with BHP on Development of Zero-Emissions Mine Trucks
BHP will have early access to zero-emissions equipment developed by Caterpillar to help it achieve its goal of net zero operational GHG emissions.
Power Systems
Hino Trucks Unveils Fuel Cell Electric Truck
The first Class 8 Hino XL8 prototype is powered by a hydrogen fuel cell electric drivetrain.
