Epiroc launches Minetruck 436B under its Mining and Construction Equipment category
Epiroc, a global productivity partner for mining, infrastructure and natural resources industries, has launched Minetruck MT436B to boost underground haulage capacity and efficiency across mining and construction operations
The Minetruck MT436B comes with unique features including Jacobs engine brake, automatic engine over-speed protection, electric transmission shift control and converter lockups. The truck is designed to facilitate fast and efficient service. Its centralised lubrication technique improves the component life while the driver's cabin is ergonomically designed for easy access of the controls. The MT436B can upload up to 32.6 metric tonnes and can be equipped with a Teletram dump box to push material off horizontally.
“We are proud to have a strong manufacturing presence in India and we have many great customers here. In fact, India is a very important and strategic market for us,” said Per Lindberg, Epiroc's President and CEO.
Epiroc India managing director, Jerry Andersson informed, “Minetrucks are used extensively at sites across the world and form an integral part of the mining industry. Epiroc's new MT436B Minetruck is built for maximum safety and reliability in tough environments and has easy access to service points and ergonomic seating and controls. All these features make the Minetruck MT436B a very superior and dependable vehicle for underground mining. The choice of Epiroc to manufacture the truck in India supports the company's vision and the 'Make in India' philosophy of the nation.”
Advantages of Epiroc's Mining Equipment - Minetruck MT436B
Safety: Many built-in safety features such as ISO ROPS and FOPS-approved driver compartment, SAHR brakes, articulation safety lock, dump box safety support stand, rear camera and audio-visual reverse alarm.Maximum productivity: Easy to operate, built with well-tested, reliable systems and components refined through years of real work experience.
Ergonomics: Comfortable driver compartment ergonomically designed with controls and gauges within easy reach enhances productivity.
Epiroc offers a full portfolio of high-tech mining equipment, including both diesel-driven and battery-powered drill rigs, loaders, ground support machinery and underground vehicles. The company has state-of-the-art factories in Nashik and Hyderabad and a world-class engineering centre in Bengaluru. Its sales and regional offices are located across the country. Epiroc has a strong network of channel partners and a committed team of over 1600+ employees in India.
NBM&CW October 2018