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04 2017 EDUCATION Successful Implementation of Innovative Technology into an Existing Operation

WIRTGEN GmbH Windhagen | Germany

What’s Holding up the Evolution of Condition-based Maintenance in Mining & Metals?

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Perry Zalevsky | Industry Principal, Metals & Mining

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Kleemann crushing plant MC 125 RR crushes 600 tons an hour

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thyssenkrupp and indurad receive “Data-based Services 2017” award

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Julio and Julio in Brazil to reduce its quarry operating costs with Metso‘s Haul Truck Solution

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Metso receives four major oil and gas valve orders from Chinese petrochemical customers

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Scalability of Metso‘s award-winning HRC technology confirmed in pilot testing in Chile

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Special jaws crush 100% more than ordinary manganese at Råsjö Kross

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Metso strengthens global presence and customer service for aggregates industry with 14 new distributors signed in 2017

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04 2017 NEWS & REPORTS EDUCATION Back to school: MB Crusher for “Oryx International School” in Qatar

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Máquina Solo: M-Series proves itself in Brazilian surface mining operations

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The Secret to Strong Customer Relationships

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75 Years Strong: Cat ® Dealer Ferreyros Celebrating Major Milestones

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The Disruptor – Not the Disrupted

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Curitiba Facility Celebrates 250,000th Engine

International

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Caterpillar and China Energy Investment Corporation Establish Strategic Cooperative Relationship

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From Farm Kids to Vice Presidents: How FFA Can Make a Lifelong Career Impact

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Riding the Storm Out - When Communities Need Our Help

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Caterpillar and Rio Tinto to Retrofit Cat ® Trucks for Autonomous Operation at Marandoo Mine in Australia

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Keeping an overview of all constant-fill fluid couplings online at the same time and efficiently organizing maintenance processes

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Heidenheim | Germany

Liebherr Mining Equipment

Liebherr Presents its Autonomous Haulage Surface Mining Solution

Newport News | USA

Wasel takes ownership of LRT 1090-2.1 and LRT 1100-2.1: First Liebherr LRT rough-terrain cranes delivered

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Volvo CE backs high-speed revolution heading north

Volvo Construction Equipment

To build the world we want to live in „Building tomorrow “

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CECE Secretary General visits Volvo CE facilities in Eskilstuna

Volvo Construction Equipment

Volvo CE presents the second episode of ‚The Megaproject Listing‘: Moving the city of Kiruna

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Only ambitious carbon reduction goals will effect change, say experts at Construction Climate Challenge conference

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04 2017 NEWS & REPORTS EDUCATION Dennison Commercials celebrates success by winning prestigious UK Award

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Truck and Bus Wales and West support SAFETY DAYS

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Powerful new film from VOLVO TRUCKS show cases the brand´s character and the start of the VOLVO OCEAN RACE

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Solutrans innovation Awards: Urban Lab 2 receives the Low Emission Driveline Award

Renault Trucks

Factory 4.0: Renault Trucks and Immersion to experiment with mixed reality to control engine

Renault Trucks

ContiTech: 24/7 Smart Service for the Toughest Mining Conditions

ContiTech AG

Continental Acquired South African Tech Company to Further Develop its Services for the Conveyor Industry

Continental

Continental Increases Focus on Automated and Autonomous Driving in the Agricultural Industry

Continental

ContiTech Develops Durable Rubber Timing Belt with Innovative Tension Member Technology

ContiTech AG

RWE Award for REMA TIP TOP: As a RWE supplier, REMA TIP TOP has been awarded the 2017 Supplier Award

REMA TIP TOP AG

Tenova receives order for one NextGen® System for Tokyo Steel, Tahara Works, Japan

Tenova/Techint Group

Rehabilitation of Camps Bay Drive in Cape Town with Wirtgen Cold Recycling Technologies

WIRTGEN GmbH

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Surface Miner Case Study:

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Successful Implementation of Innovative Technology into an Existing Operation

January 2015: 2,500 working hours have been clocked when saving potentials convince New Hope Group to buy the Surface Miner. (Photos: Wirtgen)

he implementation of new technology into an existing mining operation can deliver a positive change in operation and commercial benefits. Integrating new technologies is connected to a number of challenges that might also result in the rejection of the innovative technology. Detailed planning, robust project management, a good customer relationship and an exact evaluation of meaningful Key Performance Indicators are therefore main aspects to manage the implementation process and overcome those risks. The importance of structured processes was shown at the New Acland Coal Mine in Queensland / Australia where an innovative mining system, a Wirtgen Surface Miner 4200 SM, was successfully adopted into the existing mining fleet. Benefits in regards to health, safety and environmental performance, productivity, particle size distribution, loss and dilution and unit costs were realized. This is a summary of the Master’s Thesis “Comparison of the conventional mining process to the Surface Miner mining system at New Acland Coal Mine”, conducted in conjunction with New Acland Coal Mine, RWTH Aachen University and Wirtgen GmbH in Germany.

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“Never change a running system”? Tradition versus innovation Experience reveals that the implementation of new technology into an operating environment can be unsuccessful due to a number of challenges which are met only partially. Job-specific and professional preparation is therefore indispensable to achieve adoption of new technology on a mine site.

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The nature of the mining industry plays a relevant role, which should not be neglected. Many miners operate their mine sites with a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Never change a running systemâ&#x20AC;? attitude. For Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) this means that besides mechanical performance of the equipment, other aspects are essential to support the successful implementation of new technologies. Whilst it requires more resources, it is important to demonstrate a working system and proven benefits. Once a system is successfully implemented in an operating environment, the industry will raise interest in the technology. This paper outlines the approach that was pursued during the implementation process of the Wirtgen Surface Miner 4200 SM at New Acland Coal Mine (NAC).

Mining site with a high demand on selective mining The NAC is an open cast coal mine located 35 km northwest of Toowoomba in Queensland/Australia. The mine site is operated by New Acland Coal Pty Ltd., which is part of the New Hope Group. It has been in operation since 2002. Annual production rates are about 5 mt of saleable thermal coal. The mine operated in a rural area and is a strong local employer with over 300 employees living in the local area and providing significant economic contribution. The mine operates within strict environmentl limitations because of close proximity to adjacent neighbours. Noise and dust emissions are especially relevant and lower environmental impacts are desired. The coal is washed on site and then is reailed to the port of Brisbane for export.

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July 2014: The Surface Miner arrived at the mine, operators passed their basic training, mining operations begin. A mining area of up to 600 m was prepared for the trial of the Wirtgen Surface Miner 4200 SM under ideal conditions. (Photos: Wirtgen)

The deposit at NAC consists of multiple coal seams ranging in thickness from 0.3 m up to 3 m, interrupted by partings of the same thickness. In total, the number of different plies exceeds 40, resulting in high importance of selective mining practises. Considering the challenging geological conditions encountered at NAC, multiple thin coal and parting bands, the operating principle of the Wirtgen Surface Miner offers a potential solution to reduce the number of operating equipment and deliver greater control and accuracy to the mining process. The 4200 SM commenced mining at NAC in June 2014 and has been operating in selectivie mining coal and partings. Operator training commenced in overburden. The decision to trial the operation of a Surface Miner in NAC was based around multiple expectations such as increased production rates, reduced mininng unit costs, better coal recovery delivered through less loss and dilution, improved Run-Of-Mine (ROM) coal quality, simplification of the mining process and reduced environmental emissions. To validate those expectations, a structured trial was conducted from June to September 2014. The trial aimed at evaluating the Surface Miner performance against defined Key Performance Indicators (KPI).

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EDUCATION December 2014: The Wirtgen camera system is installed to optimize selective mining. Two cameras, mounted on the left and on the right behind the cutting drum, transmit 1:1 photos of the surface to a double monitor in the cabin, allowing the Surface Miner operator to exactly adjust the cutting depth. (Photos: Wirtgen)

Wirtgen Surface Miners: Tailor-made configuration for every project

In the development of the cutting drum for the NAC project it had to be taken into consideration that the Surface Miner was to cut both coal and partings.

Surface Miner technology has been used on mine sites for more than 30 years. With about 500 machines sold worldwide, Wirtgen GmbH, Windhagen/Germany, is the market and technology leader for Surface Mirnes. The direct-loading Surface Miner cuts, crushes and loads the material in one step and thereby replaces multiple conventional mining steps. Depending on job requirements, the Surface Miner can also side-cast the cut material or even cut-to-ground. The cut-to-ground option requires a different machine set up, i. e.different drum housing, no conveyor system. With the Surface Miner models 2200 SM/2200 SM 3.8, 2500 SM and 4200 SM, Wirtgen provides three performance classes which can be configurated exactly to project needs. This paper focuses on the 4200 SM, which is employed at NAC.

On the direct-loading machine, the tool holders are mounted in a helix layout to transport the material towards the middle of the drum. The cutting depth can be adjusted to follow the coal floor, down to 830 mm. A scraper is located behind the cutting drum and from there the material is transported onto a primary conveyor. It transfers the material onto the discharge conveyor, which is height adjustable and can be slewed 180 degrees. This enables easy truck loadinig whilst minimising dust emission and optimising truck fill factors.

The strongest Wirtgen miner is powered by 1,623 PS and weighs about 200 t. The cutting drum, located in the center o fth emachine between front and rear tracks, is equipped with cutting tools, i. e. picks that impact the material. Cutting tool holders are mounted onto the drum in a job-specific layout. Number of picks, pick spacing and pick design are a few of the parameters that are designed to the conditions on the mine site and desired project deliveries, e. g. particle size distribution or cutting rates.

The conventional mining system at NAC is a discontinuous mining system. It consists of dozers for rock breakage and stockpiling and a front-end wheel loader for loading material onto the 130 to 190 t payload size dump trucks that are used in the mine.

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Conventional Mining System at New Acland Coal Mine

Due to the challenging deposit characteristics, which require selective mining of coal and partings, dozers play an important role at NAC. This dozer assisted truck and shovel operation has been well developed over the years at NAC. The dozer operators have extensive experience

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EDUCATION and achieve good loss and dilution figures. However, it was desired to improve deposit recovery and achieve greater economic benefits by frther reducing coal loss and dilution. The conventional mining system is a machine andlaborintensive operation. The discontinuous, step-by-step mining system usually results in multiple operational delays. Consequently, the system efficiency is reduced compared to a continuous mining system.

Detailed planning is decisive in the implementation process To calculate the potential benefits of the Wirtgen Surface Miners, it is important to consider the influence on each single process within the process chain.Processes need to be adapted to have the Surface Miner achieve the best possible result. NAC needed to embrace a whole new mining process to apply the surface mining technology. A process change can result in risk and uncertainty. This is why the effects of the Surface Miner implementation were to be identified and monitored during a four-month trial. Project management followed the Deming cycle (i. e. PDCA cycle) management method. Sound project management involved the following steps: 1. Plan – detailed project planning 2. Do – conducting trial: measuring and monitoring of performance data 3. Check – understanding the impacts on the whole mining process (positive and negative); identifying benefits for the operation and 4. Act – adjusting and improving machine performance: identify and solve issues at an early stage. Mine sites tend to operate with a “Silo mentality” with communication barriers between the different divisions (operations, technical services, maintenance, processing plant, corporate office). For the successful implementation of new technology, it is important to take a whole-ofprocess view. This whole-of-process approach requires cooperation between the divisions. Addressing potential barriers at an early project state is essential to maximize success. Project planning for the implementation of a step process change begins well in advance before the arrival of othe machine onsite.

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Perfect teamwork between NAC and Wirtgen was of utmost impotance At NAC, a project team consisting of a Project Mining Engineer, Wash Plant Superintendent, Maintenance Superintendent, Operations Superintendent and Safety Training Superintendent was dedicated to the Surface Miner trial. This project team ensured that communication between the different divisions started right from the beginning and continued throughout the implementation period. An important outcome of this commitment was that the KPIs of the Surface Miner trial were not only limited to productivity and mechanical availability, but also addressed impacts across the whole process chain. An exampla is the Particle Size Distribution (PSD) and prticularly fines generation. This KPI was included because personnel from the wash plant wanted to evaluate the impact of different PSD on the washing process. During the commissioning of the surface miner, NAC and Wirtgen jointly conducted an extensive comparison of the gradation of the specified coal. To this end, Wirtgen supplied a tracked MS 19 triple-deck screening plant from Kleemann to analyze the grain sizes of the 150-5 mm fractions and a laboratory screening plant to analyze the grain sizes of the fractions between 0.5 and 5 mm. A total of 100 individual 30-ton samples were analyzed. The samples for the conventional mining equipment and the 4200 SM were taken from identical mining fields which were divided into two for this purpose. The NAC project team worked together closely with the Wirtgen project team, which consisted of a Project Manager with extensive mining experience, Product Support Advisor, Service Manager, and a mining engineering Masters’s student. Additionally, there was strong support from the Wirtgen Brand Headquarters in Windhagen and Wirtgen Australia. For the conduction of a large scale PSD trial, a four-man project team from Wirtgen was allocated to NAC for two months. Wirtgen provided intensive applications consulting from the start and a strong team to minimize the implementation risks for NAC.

Surface Miner modifications The Wirtgen Surface Miner was tailored to mine-site specifications and arrived at NAC in May 2014. The machine was delivered in accordance to industry expectations and

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EDUCATION standards, i. e. “Guideline for Mobile and Transportable Equipment for use in Mines” and was commissioned on site within two weeks of arrival.

Ideal mining conditions need detailed planning The implementation of the new mining system required some adjustments to the traditional block mining system. The Surface Miner mines cutting lanes alongside each other. At the end of each cutting lane, the Surface Miner cuts its own ramp and turns around 180 degrees to start the next lane. The cutting lane length is a major parameter influencing productivity. With increasing cutting lane lengths, the fraction of operating tim spent turning around decreases whilst actual cutting time increases. To enable an efficient Surface Mining operation, it is recommended to operate the 4200 SM in blocks of more than 300 m. The conventional mining system at NAC is operated in 150 m x 150 m blocks. So multiple traditional mining blocks were added together in a row to a mining area of up to 600 m, allowing the Surface Miner to operate efficiently. Creating cutting lengths of more than 300 m was essential to assess the Surface Miner performance under desired preconditions in regards to the working area layout.

During a period of four months, peformance of both mining systems was measured and compared against each other, with the help of: • Literature research • Theoretical calculations • Historical operations data • Noise and vibrations testing • Large scale PSD trial • Reporting system • Time studies • In-field trials and • Interviews and surveys.

Resounding success: The Wirtgen Surface Miner 4200 SM excelled, not only in terms of its productivity, but also with regard to safety, desired grain size and especially cost-effectiveness. (Photos: Wirtgen)

4 month trial put the Surface Miner to the acid test Proven benefits of othe Surface Miner system was key to the success of othe project. Thus, a detailed evaluation of the Surface Miner performance was required for the adaptation of the Surface Miner at NAC. An in-depth trial program was designed around KPIs, formed an essential part of the implementation process and were defined in the contract. Most KPIs refer to the Continuous Mining system employed at NAC. The KPI for fines generation, e. g. was defined as “fine coal generation less than 2 mm not to exceed limitation of dozer / loader system”. The KPIs can be categorized into Performance, Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) and Financial and Downstream Impact. At NAC, operators without previous Surface Mining experience were trained to operate the Surface Miner. A ramp up was applied to some KPIs to account for that training.

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EDUCATION Outcome: Surface Miner increases efficiency and security The continuous cutting and loading system of the Wirtgen Surface Miner and high production rates resulted in a significant reduction of operating machinery. Considering different operating conditions, the assessment revealed that about 70% less machines are required in the Surface Mining system compared to the conventional ripping, stacking and loading system. The analysis of the HSE impacts of both mining systems outlined that the 4200 SM shows decreased impact on the environment. Mainly, this is attributed to less machinery used in the mining process. Less working equipment results in rneduced noise, vibration, dust,and carbon emission. The fuel usage per volume mined material is around 65% lower with the Surface Miner. Positive ergonomics impacts were also identified. The noise and vibration isolated, swivelmounted operator cab of the 4200 SM and the 10 degrees rotatable operator seat reduces the exposure to wholebody-vibration and eliminates the need to twist in the seat. Financially, the 4200 SM demonstrated reduced overall mining costs. The reduced mining costs are related to the reduction in operating machines, which lowers fuel and labour costs. On average the 4200 SM operated with around 60% lower unit costs throughout the range of operating conditions. The evaluation of coal loss and dilution revealed better deposit recovery with the Surface Mining system, resulting in additional cash flow.

June 2013: New Hope Group and Wirtgen experts examine geological conditions at New Acland Mine. Wirtgen Surface Mining offers the ideal method for the selective mining of up to 27 mostly thin coal seams interspersed with layers of interburden. (Photos: Wirtgen)

Data analysis shows a 65 % reduction in fuel consumption when using the Wirtgen Surface Miner 4200 SM. (Photos: Wirtgen)

The surface miner performed much better in terms of the grain sizes of the coal mined. The representative results showed that the quantity of fines generated with the new mining method was over 10% lower than with the previous method. What is more, the material mined with the surface miner contained a much higher proportion of the grain size specified for the final product. This reduces the effort and expense involved in crushing oversize grain, saving energy and further reducing the quantity of fines in comparison with the conventional mining method. Further cost savings were indicated in the Coal Handling and Processing Plant (CHPP). The power consumption of the CHPP is reduced when processing Surface Miner coal due to less dilution, i. e. cleaner ROM coal, and more consistent PSD incorporating less fines and less oversized particles.

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EDUCATION August 2013: The geological conditions at North American Coal’s mine in Mississippi are comparable. A demonstration of the Wirtgen 4200 SM Surface Miner in mining operations convinces New Hope Group to commence trials with the 4200 SM at New Acland Mine. (Photos: Wirtgen)

Surface Mining proves to be an alternative mining method The four-month Surface Miner trial was a resounding success to demonstrate the operational characteristics of the 4200 SM in a multi seam selective mining environment. Project planning started long before the Miner arrived. Good communication and cooperation between the New Hope Group, the project team at NAC, Wirtgen Australia

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and the Wiwrtgen factory in Germany allowed problem solving from the cradle and maximizing project success. The detailed evaluation of meaningful KPIs enabled Wirtgen and NAC to identify a positive impact on the whole mining process. Finally the results of the trial convinced NAC to introduce respectively buy the Surface Miners for New Acland Coal.

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Industry Principal, Metals & Mining OSIsoft:

OSIsoft by Perry Zalevsky Industry Principal, Metals & Mining

What’s Holding up the Evolution of Condition-based Maintenance in Mining & Metals?

ondition-based maintenance (CBM) – monitoring the actual condition of the asset and deciding what maintenance needs done when, is a way to reduce costs, improve asset utilization and increase production. Supplementing, or even replacing, schedulebased maintenance with software promises to reduce equipment failures and unplanned downtime, improve safety and ultimately help the bottom line in an era of unstable prices and uncertain budgets, seems like a no-brainer. So, why has it not been adopted by Mining & Metals companies as quickly as one might expect?

Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM) As an example, think of a large, earth-moving truck used by a mining company like Syncrude. They have a fleet of these large trucks as they mine and then produce synthetic crude oil from oil sands in Canada. These trucks are difficult to maintain and very expensive to repair when one has experienced a catastrophic failure. With CBM, Syncrude estimates that they are saving $16.75 per hour per truck or $20 million per year. They’ve also reduced the risk of one type of spinal injury to the truck drivers by 85%.

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And, this is only by looking at some of the failure causes. If one could do this for all types of failures, imagine the impact on the company’s bottom line. But if it’s so great, why hasn’t it become pervasive? CBM is probably more common in PowerPoint presentations at conferences rather than in mines, mineral processing plants or steel mills. Part of this can be attributed to inherent caution. Mining & metals companies by their nature need to be somewhat conservative. “Move fast and break things” might work for

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EDUCATION software companies but in a mine or mineral plant, it’s a recipe for disaster. The downturn has also had an impact but, by far, the biggest reason has been the availability of real-time data that can be easily used for decision-making. Mining & Metals companies (and other Process Industry companies like Chemicals and Oil & Gas) collect quite a bit of this type of data but, in most cases, it’s too much and they haven’t been able to model it and then make conclusions fast enough to stop the machines before they fail. But, realtime operational data collection and management tools are becoming more prevalent and companies are starting to capitalize on them. Still, there’s another reason, too. For widespread adoption to occur, CBM needs to be integrated fairly easily, learned quickly and deliver a return on investment within a few years. If you look at the history of technology, markets tend to accelerate with the advent of so-called killer apps like graphical browsers or e-mail that have instant appeal and a reasonable learning curve. But, applications that take longer to catch on have “spotty” reputations. Industrial applications are too complex by their very nature to achieve the plug and play ideal you see in smart phones, but vendors must smooth out the adoption path.

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Mining & Metals companies won’t tolerate a steep learning curve (or a number of false positives.) The good news is that Mining & Metals companies are starting to report positive results. Similar to Syncrude, Freeport McMoRan,a copper and gold mining company, has also employed a CBM strategy for its large-haul trucks and shovels. They, too, report significant savings from this change. We are also seeing the benefits in related industries. Dong Energy estimates that offshore maintenance to its wind farms costs 15x more than onshore maintenance. Just by cutting the number of scheduled maintenance trips from four to two will save them an estimated 20 million Euros by 2020. Perhaps even more important, equipment manufacturers and service providers are developing “as a service” offerings that effectively allow their customer to get the benefits of CBM without having to buy or manage software themselves. It’s the Salesforce software model in the mines or metals plant.

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EDUCATION Flowserve, a pump maker that can trace its history back to the 1790s, now incorporates vibration analysis and alarm in its products. Flowserve then monitors the equipment on behalf of the customer. In a recent example, the technology alerted the customer to a problem that could have led to $630,000 in losses. In fact, if you talk to equipment makers and service providers, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find that virtually all of them are trying to figure out ways to add software and/or hardware onto existing products that will allow manufacturers, service providers and end-users to be in constant communication with each other (or, more accurately, allow their systems to be in contact with each other). This is the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) that you have and will hear so much about. Likewise, mining & metals companies are going to have to remember to look at the total economic value, not just the upfront costs of these new technologies. A conditionbased maintenance program might help them save on their monthly maintenance OPEX costs, a nice saving, but the real benefit might be uninterrupted production, which could easily mean millions a day. Condition-based maintenance might be taking longer than expected, but it is catching on and you might see it move faster in the next five years than it has in the past twenty.

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By Perry Zalevsky, Industry Principal, Metals & Mining OSIsoft Perry Zalevsky is the Industry Principal for Mining, Metals and Materials for OSIsoft, LLC, a leader in operational intelligence (OT) and infrastructure software. Perry previously worked at Alcoa and PPG Industries and at several supply chain software companies including i2 Technologies. And, most recently, Perry was the Industry Principal for Mill Products and Mining at SAP. Perry has worked with many metals, mining and materials companies in the US and Canada and has traveled internationally as a consultant to metals companies world-wide. Perry holds a BS degree in Applied Mathematics and an MS degree in Operations Research, both from Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, PA, USA.

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Economy model for high performance demands

Compact output: the new diesel-electric 50 tonne Keestrack R5e crusher unit with a double-deck primary screen and double-deck post-screen module delivers up to 350 t/h defined final fractions. (Photos: Keestrack)

n its drive to reduce costs through the electrification of its track-mounted processing units, Keestrack is currently concentrating on hybrid crushing technology. Following fully hybrid H4 cone crushers and B4e jaw crushers, we are now introducing the R5e hybrid impact crusher unit, designed to guarantee full capacity at low consumption costs with the aid of a directly driven 350 t/h crusher and electrical transport and screen components. Keestrack’s track-mounted impact crusher units comprises three models, starting with the compact R3, which is proving itself on the market as a highly flexible 30 tonne “construction-site crusher”. Keestrack’s top-range R6 flagship model has a total weight of a mere 60 tonnes when fully equipped and remains the most prominent machine among the 1300-impactors for recycling, largescale projects, and quarrying applications. Thanks to the licence-exempt dolly transport it readily competes with the much heavier competition within the 450 t/h performance class. Moreover, the large-scale “Destroyer” unit has been available for several years as an R6e model in a diesel-electric hybrid version with electric motors driving the conveyor belts and screen components. Since 2014, the Keestrack R6e has been available with a 250-kW electric motor for the crusher and an electric 110 kW drive for the on-board hydraulic system, and optionally also the all-electric plug-in operation from the mains. Thanks to a high-performance on-board diesel engine, the largeThe Keestrack R5e 12.5 t crusher unit is driven via a transfer case directly by the on-board diesel engine and develops high crushing efficiencies on account of the heavy rotor (5100 kg, B/Ø: 1000 /1260 mm). (Photos: Keestrack)

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The new Keestrack Neodym overbelt magnet is available with an optional electrical or hydraulic drive and its lower weight and construction height still enable it to achieve a higher capacity than conventional ferrite magnets. (Photos: Keestrack)

The 5 m³ vibrating pan feeder of the Keestrack R5e is activated by to electrical 3.5 kW unbalance motors. (Photos: Keestrack)

scale crushers remain highly flexible, while up to 45 % of the energy costs can be saved even in semi-stationary operations. Such an advantage is also directly reflected in Keestrack’s sales figures: In 2016, 80 % of the R6 machines were represented by diesel-electric or all-electric sales. This year, the total number units sold in 2016 was reached before the end of the first six months – 90 % of these being in the form of hybrid or fully hybrid models. The Keestrack R5 is a mid-range series of models with approx. 42 t basic weight and a maximum 50 tonnes with an overband magnet and double-deck final screen including oversize material recycler. Even when it was introduced over three years ago the mobility and production rate of the diesel-hydraulic crusher proved to be virtually unrivalled for its performance class – and now following a series of upgrades, Keestrack presents the R5e, a diesel-electric version of its 350 t/h all-round model.

primary screen and the compact double-deck post-screen module with oversize/stockpile conveyor. A 160-KVa generator now supplies the power to all other conveyor systems – including the 5 m³ vibrating feeder – and the new Keestrack Neodym overbelt magnets (option). On the basis of the anticipated higher mobility compared to the R6e, the Keestrack R5e does not offer plug-in network operation, but can drive the subsequently connected screens or stockpile conveyors (approx. 38 kW connected load) via the 63 A supply. With a total additional weight of a mere 500 kg compared to the diesel-hydraulic version, the electrical unit guarantees the full mobility of the Keestrack R5e, which is also available with an optional dolly trailer chassis (transport height/width with final screen: 4000/3000 mm). The hybrid unit can be deployed just as quickly at the

Efficient prescreening increases the results and quality of production. (Photos: Keestrack)

Extensive electrification Similar to the larger R6e impact crusher model, the R5e has a highly efficient 5100 kg rotor (B/Ø: 1000 /1260 mm, feed hopper: 800 x 1050 mm) driven directly via the 345 kW Volvo six-cylinder diesel engine (TAD 1373 VE; EU IV) (“rotor-by-diesel”). The operating hydraulics powers all the lifting cylinders on the chassis and conveyor belts, the track drive, the vibrating discharge chute and double-deck

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Electrical drum motors like those here at the main discharge conveyor reduce energy consumption and offer other advantages such as lower risks of leakage through the elimination of hydraulic piping. (Photos: Keestrack)

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building site: All conveyors and additional modules can be configured without lengthy additional assembly work or support, the sequential automatic starter of the Relytec control unit is responsible for starting up the system components. The system uses load and level sensors to optimise production rate and quality during operations. All system functions can be controlled by radio remote as a standard, the optional Keestrack-er GPS/UMTS monitor precisely documents all functions and provides information on potential malfunctions or required maintenance work. Practical tests have demonstrated a considerable decrease in fuel consumption of up to 45 % compared to diesel-hydraulic models, mainly due to a more even rotational speed of the high-torque Volvo diesel engine (max. 2380 Nm at 1200 rpm). Fundamentally, the extensive reduction of complex hydraulic lines results in lower cooling requirements, lower risks of leakage and clearly lower maintenance demands during everyday operations.

Keestrack N.V. Marcel Kerkhofs Marketing Manager Tel.: +32 (0)89 51 58 51 Email: marketing@keestrack.net

Keestrack N.V. After we started a trading business in construction equipment in 1988 we moved on into the crushing & screening business resulting in the idea of the direct feed scalper. We decided to build our own screen in 1996. Soon afterwards Kees went on to develop the mobile impact crusher and, after acquiring OM in 2010, added a full range of jaw crushers to the Keestrack product range. Today direct feed scalpers are the industry standard, with Keestrack proudly leading the way in mobile screening and crushing equipment.

Up to three defined grain sizes can be produced via the post-screen module with a return/stockpile conveyor in one pass. (Photos: Keestrack)

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Keestrack N.V. Bilzen | Belgium

The Keestrack R6 at Movarec:

New options for higher performance

The Keestrack R6 is deployed at the Veurne breaking yard and at Movarec construction sites across the country. (Photos: Keestrack)

elgian recycling company Movarec has been working with the diesel-hydraulic Keestrack R6 impact crusher and screening unit for about a year. The new equipment has not only made it possible to increase performance and quality, but also to substantially expand the area of use of the impact crusher unit with its capacity of 300 tonnes/hour. Headquartered in Ingelmunster, a town close to the city of Kortrijk and the French border, the Belgian Monseré group has a workforce of 20. The company of Monseré, with its primary activities of earthworking and demolition work, was founded by Davy Monseré in 1994. Thanks to its own transport department, Movatrans, and its own recycling department, Movarec, the company has expanded into an interregional supplier of services for earthworking, demolition work and the recycling of building materials, demolition waste and organic matter. Under the leadership of Jurgen Monseré, Movarec is responsible for the mobile recycling of construction and demolition waste on Monseré construction sites and customer projects. The recycling company also operates a breaking yard for building rubble, class A and B timber and green waste in Veurne in the province of West Flanders, not far from the coast. The company has a workforce of six, who together process up to 600,000 tonnes of building waste each year. The breaking yard occupies almost 1 hectare of land and produces around 70,000 tonnes of high-grade recycling granulate. High-grade recycling granulate containing a large amount of concrete is one of the major products of Movarec. (Photos: Keestrack)

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Keestrack’s new Neodym overbelt magnet is considerably lighter than the conventional ferrite model and generates a magnetic force that is three times more powerful. (Photos: Keestrack)

Efficiency as an option

At the end of 2016, Movarec replaced its 70 tonne impact crusher unit with a diesel-hydraulic version of the Keestrack R6. Despite the fully equipped configuration comprising of the dual-deck pre-screener and the double-deck postscreen module and recirculation of the oversized-particle fraction, the machine with an ultra-efficient 1300-series crusher (inlet size: 1300 x 970 mm, rotor weight: 6,100 kg) barely weighs more than 61 tonnes. Unlike its predecessor at Movarec, the new machine can be transported on a low-loader without having to disassemble the after-screen module. This significantly improves mobility, shortens downtimes considerably, and guarantees the profitability of the large crusher with a capacity of 300 tonnes/hour, even in the case of medium-sized process volumes. Keestrack’s new Neodym overbelt magnet is considerably lighter than the conventional ferrite model and generates a magnetic force that is three times more powerful. (Photos: Keestrack)

Keestrack’s Belgian distributor for the provinces of East and West Flanders, H.M.B., which undertook the supply and support of the machine, also confirms that the unit was a perfect match for the demands set by Movarec. A compressed air unit was added to the sprinkler system, for example, in order to clean the spray nozzles quickly and effectively after use. The Keestrack R6 is equipped ex factory with additional new options to optimise production capacity and results - and are geared specifically to recycling applications. At the end of 2016, Keestrack presented its own Neodym overbelt magnet, clearly improving separation despite the use of lighter components. The weight of a mere 1,200 kg makes the new Neodym overbelt magnet approx. 400 kg lighter than the conventional ferrite model, thereby significantly lowering the transport weight of the entire machine. The magnetic force of 750 gauss at a distance of 300 mm is around 300 % more powerful, making it possible to separate material efficiently even at a greater distance from the conveyor belt (which can be adjusted to between 150 and 345 mm). The Neodym overbelt magnets have lifetime lubrication, making them practically maintenancefree. All the functions of the optionally hydraulic or electrically driven power units can be controlled remotely. The new Keestrack wind-sifter can also be powered by means of conventional and hybrid-drive concepts: both hydraulic and electrical options are available (power consumption: max. 15 kW). The compact ventilation fans Despite its compact build, the new Keestrack wind-sifter generates high air flows in order to remove contaminated materials reliably from the feed material to be crushed. (Photos: Keestrack)

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY The high-performance dual-deck pre-screener ensures that the 1300 x 970 impact crusher unit performs optimally, even in the case of very heterogeneous building rubble. (Photos: Keestrack)

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Keestrack N.V. generate considerable air flows (25 m³/min) which are directed via a high-volume dual hose to the wide outlets of the conveyor belt for the oversized-particle fraction of the optional double-deck screen. The adjustable outlet angle (by means of the remote control) and the variable air flow enable the Keestrack wind-sifter to be set perfectly to the degree of contamination and material type (timber, plastic etc.). The integrated power supply (weight: 11 kg) also remains on the machine during transport; it is only necessary to disassemble the air hoses and outlet rails in the hinged section of the conveyor belt.

Best practice Jurgen Monseré can look back in satisfaction at more than 1,600 operating hours since the Keestrack R6 was delivered in December 2016. Besides the high level of deployability on account of the flexible transport options, the machine, which includes a 450 kW Volvo diesel engine and an efficient load-sensing drive, also demonstrates its high level of profitability, as only two operators are required to run it. Even in the case of heavy-duty feed material containing a large amount of concrete, the large crusher achieves an impressive performance of 120 tonnes/ hour for 0/20 granulate and 200 tonnes/ hour for 0/40 granulate. The documented average use at full capacity is between 50 and 60 l/hour; so thanks to a tank capacity of 925 litres, long operating periods on site can be achieved without expensive logistical support.

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After we started a trading business in construction equipment in 1988 we moved on into the crushing & screening business resulting in the idea of the direct feed scalper. We decided to build our own screen in 1996. Soon afterwards Kees went on to develop the mobile impact crusher and, after acquiring OM in 2010, added a full range of jaw crushers to the Keestrack product range. Today direct feed scalpers are the industry standard, with Keestrack proudly leading the way in mobile screening and crushing equipment.

A satisfied customer after more than a year in operation (left to right): Keestrack Aftersales Manager Kurt Degreef, Movarec Managing Director Jurgen Monseré, and Nico De Smit, H.M.B. sales consultant. (Photos: Keestrack)

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Kleemann MC 125 RR:

KLEEMANN GmbH Göppingen | Germany

Kleemann crushing plant MC 125 RR crushes 600 tons an hour

The mobile jaw crushing plant MOBICAT MC 125 RR processes up to 600 tons of limestone an hour. (Photos: Kleemann)

Natural stone processing often requires individual solutions to guarantee the ideal preparation of special stone. At bauma 2016, with its MOBICAT MC 125 RR Kleemann GmbH presented such a special plant. The mobile crusher is equipped with a wobbler feeder for thorough prescreening of adhesive feed material. Since summer 2016, the plant has been operating in an SMBP limestone quarry near Berchères-les-Pierres in France. SMBP has already been preparing limestone for concrete production since 1978 in the region Centre-Val de Loire. A new project for processing limestone made the acquisition of a new crushing plant necessary. Regular relocation of the plant according to mining progress led to the decision for a mobile solution. SMBP has already used a special plant from Kleemann for limestone processing: the MOBICAT MC 162 PRR. In the last 15 years, the jaw crusher plant has processed 25 million tons of material. „The MC 162 PRR is perfectly tailored to my application and I am very satisfied with its output“, stated Christian Laye, General Director of SMBP. „This is why I contacted Kleemann to have another mobile special plant developed.“ The adhesive limestone makes particularly thorough prescreening necessary. The MC 125 RR was therefore equipped with a two-stage wobbler feeder.

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Since July 2016, SMBP has been using the 160 ton MC 125 RR in the first crushing stage. The limestone is fed with a size of 0 - 900 mm to the elliptical rollers in the first stage of the wobbler feeder. At the same time, contamination and dust are removed from the stones. The material is levelled and then conveyed to the second stage of the wobbler feeder for further cleaning and better material distribution. The fines with a size of 0-80 mm fall through the rollers onto a conveyor belt and leave the process via the side discharge conveyor. Jaw crusher wear is thus reduced and a total output of 600 tons an hour is achieved. The oversize grain is crushed to 0-300 mm and then further processed by a stationary plant for concrete production.

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY To ensure efficient processing of the adhesive limestone, the MC 125 RR was equipped with a special wobbler feeder. (Photos: Kleemann)

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: KLEEMANN GmbH Mark Hezinger Manfred-Wรถrner-Straร e 160 73037 Gรถppingen Germany Telefon: +49 (0) 7161 206-209 Telefax: +49 (0) 7161 206-100 e-mail: mark.hezinger@kleemann.info www.kleemann.info

The total area of the quarry in which the MC 125 RR is used is around 250 hectares. They anticipate that 1.6 million tons of limestone will be processed in this area in the years ahead. A stationary plant is to be used for processing as of 2018. A mobile crushing plant will therefore be used initially to develop the quarry until space has been created for a stationary plant. The MC 125 RR will then be used by SMBP in another quarry.

Kleemann GmbH Kleemann GmbH is a member company of the Wirtgen Group, an expanding and international group of companies doing business in the construction equipment industry. This Group includes the five wellknown brands, Wirtgen, Vรถgele, Hamm, Kleemann and Benninghoven with their headquarters in Germany and local production sites in Brazil, India and China. Worldwide customer support is provided by its 55 own sales and service companies.

At bauma 2016, Stefan Wirtgen, Managing Director of Wirtgen Group, handed over the key for the MC 125 RR to Christian Laye, General Director of SMBP. (Photos: Kleemann)

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Compact, robust and powerful: New crusher from thyssenkrupp revolutionizes material processing in both underground and surface operation

Compact, robust and powerful: New crusher from thyssenkrupp revolutionizes material processing in both underground and surface operation (Photos: thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions)

ith the development of a completely new type of crusher, the so-called eccentric roll W crusher type ERC25-25, thyssenkrupp has achieved a quantum leap in primary crushing. The new crusher features a particularly flat and robust design and high throughputs of up to

3,000 tons per hour, enabling it to process hard rock and ores efficiently and economically in underground mining operations. As the centerpiece of a mobile or semimobile system the eccentric roll crusher also enhances cost efficiency in surface mining. In the future, the new series will be supplemented with further models to enable both smaller and higher throughput capacities for different applications. Torsten Gerlach, CEO of the Mining Technologies business unit of thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our customers are looking for dependable, safe and easyto-install crushers that permit maximum productivity even underground. To meet these requirements we have combined our many years of experience with different crushing technologies and our comprehensive engineering expertise. The new eccentric roll crusher from thyssenkrupp offers a wide range of possibilities for effectively processing ore and hard rock both underground and on the surface as part of mobile and semi-mobile systems.â&#x20AC;?

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One of the key advantages of the new crusher is its flat and compact design with integrated screen. It is 20 to 50 percent lower than conventional primary crushers. This greatly simplifies transportation, installation and maintenance below ground. If required, the crusherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s height can be reduced further for installation by removing individual components, saving additional time and costs.

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NEWS & REPORTS Innovative design for greater efficiency

thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG

The newly developed and patented design featuring a roll mounted eccentrically between the crushing and the screening chamber offers greater efficiency and productivity compared with other crusher types. The large, constant stroke of the ERC25-25 crusher combines with the integrated screen to provide very high crushing intensity and throughputs of up to 3,000 tons per hour.

Industrial Solutions is a leading partner for the engineering, construction and service of industrial plants and systems. Based on more than 200 years of experience we supply tailored, turnkey plants and components for customers in the chemical, fertilizer, cement, mining and steel industries. As a system partner to the automotive, aerospace and naval sectors we develop highly specialized solutions to meet the individual requirements of our customers. More than 21,000 employees at over 70 locations form a global network with a technology portfolio that guarantees maximum productivity and costefficiency.

In the large crusher infeed area, the material to be reduced is divided into two material flows: The first with fine material is screened out and passes through the screening chamber to a discharge conveyor. The second stream with coarse material is transported to the crushing chamber and reduced between the eccentrically mounted roll and the chamber walls. In addition to higher production, this design also requires less maintenance. Keeping the fine material out of the crushing chamber reduces the power consumption of the electric motor and significantly reduces the load on the machine. An integrated automatic gap adjustment system with overload safety device also offers good protection in the event of non-crushable foreign material.

Low-vibration machine also offers advantages in mobile use The symmetric arrangement of the roll permits the eccentric roll crusher to be balanced with great precision. With additional balancing weights it can be balanced almost completely. This lowers machine vibrations when idling and significantly reduces the loads on surrounding structures compared with other primary crushers. That makes the new crusher ideal for use in mobile crushing systems.

The Mining Technologies business unit supplies a full range of machinery, systems, equipment and services for the extraction, processing, storage and transportation of raw materials. In collaboration with our customers in the mining and minerals sectors throughout the world we develop custom, forward-looking solutions that enhance productivity and allow natural resources to be used responsibly and efficiently. More information at: www.thyssenkrupp-industrial-solutions.com

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG Georg Lamerz Communications T: +49 201 844â&#x20AC;&#x2030;-â&#x20AC;&#x2030;532200 georg.lamerz.external@thyssenkrupp.com thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG thyssenkrupp Allee 1 45143 Essen, Germany

Compact, robust and powerful: New crusher from thyssenkrupp revolutionizes material processing in both underground and surface operation (Photos: thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions)

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Mining and mineral processing goes digital: thyssenkrupp and indurad receive “Data-based Services 2017” award

Mining and mineral processing goes digital: thyssenkrupp and indurad receive “Data-based Services 2017” award (Photos: thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions)

s part of a benchmarking study by the renowned RWTH Aachen University, thyssenkrupp A Industrial Solutions and indurad have been awarded the “Data-based Services 2017” award. This year, the study focused on identifying industry leading approaches in the field of data-based services and digitization among 75 participating European companies. “We are delighted that we were chosen out of such a strong group of participants. The solutions we developed together with indurad are unrivaled when it comes to transforming offline machines into digital tools. For example, with our condition monitoring solutions we are able to foresee machine failures before they happen. By taking appropriate countermeasures in good time we reduce downtimes and help our customers by optimizing production processes,” says Christian Fabry, Head of Sales Performance and Procurement in the Parts and Supply Management department of thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions.

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Data-based services enhance productivity, process security and competitiveness By collecting and analyzing data the solutions create added value for customers in the mining and mineral processing industry. The basis for this is a unique radar technology that is capable of performing measurements online and in real-time. It is compatible with every kind of equipment in the market – whether brownfield or greenfield.

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NEWS & REPORTS thyssenkrupp and indurad were recognized not only for their digital solutions but especially for the highly customized nature of these solutions. “For example, for one of our customers we developed a tailor-made, fully automated longitudinal storage system for bulk materials. Knowing the height and shape of each pile, our solution not only automatically directs the reclaimer to exactly the right position, but additionally allows a precise forecast of future demand. In addition, we were also able to increase utilization of the facility significantly,” adds Christian Fabry. “Alongside productivity, our solutions also enhance process stability and collision avoidance. For instance, we can reduce crawler drive control movements by up to 40 percent, decreasing wear and process variations and additionally reducing the number of collisions to zero. Data-based solutions can get the complete production chain up to speed, allowing all mining systems to be fully automated,” concludes Reik Winkel, CEO of indurad.

training, consulting, parts management and on-site service to upgrades and revamps. Backed by years of experience and a global network of service centers and hubs we guarantee our global customers in the chemical, cement, mining and other industries quick, tailored solutions that ensure their plants and machines deliver the best possible performance. More information at: www.thyssenkrupp-industrial-solutions.com

indurad: indurad is the only supplier that develops, manufactures and integrates efficient, compact and robust industrial 2D and 3D radar sensors and integrates them into turnkey industrial automation and digitization solutions. With a team of highly qualified experts it provides systems to solve customers’ specific challenges in the mining and mineral processing industries. More information at: www.indurad.com

thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG The Industrial Solutions business area of thyssenkrupp is a leading partner for the engineering, construction and service of industrial plants and systems. Based on more than 200 years of experience we supply tailored, turnkey plants and components for customers in the chemical, fertilizer, cement, mining and steel industries. As a system partner to the automotive, aerospace and naval sectors we develop highly specialized solutions to meet the individual requirements of our customers. Around 21,000 employees at more than 70 locations form a global network with a technology portfolio that guarantees maximum productivity and cost-efficiency.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG Isabel Reinhardt Communications T: +49 201 844 - 535472 isabel.reinhardt2@thyssenkrupp.com thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG thyssenkrupp Allee 1 45143 Essen, Germany

The Service business unit offers high-quality services for industrial plants and systems around the world and along the entire plant life cycle: from asset management,

Mining and mineral processing goes digital: thyssenkrupp and indurad receive “Data-based Services 2017” award (Photos: thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions)

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NEWS & REPORTS Metso Corporation

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Julio and Julio in Brazil to reduce its quarry operating costs with Metso‘s Haul Truck Solution

Metso‘s Haul Truck Solution in operation at Julio and Julio Group‘s São Domingos quarry in Sorocaba, Brazil. (Photos: Metso)

ULIO AND JULIO GROUP HAS CHOSEN METSO‘S HAUL TRUCK SOLUTION TO REDUCE THE OPERATING COSTS AND IMPROVE THE PERFORMANCE OF ITS TRUCK FLEET IN THE SÃO DOMINGOS QUARRY IN SOROCABA, BRAZIL. THIS INVESTMENT IS ESTIMATED TO REDUCE OPERATING COSTS BY 30% OVER THE LONG TERM. The São Domingos quarry has a capacity of about 1,200,000 tons of crushed stone per year and is located in a 1,500,000 m² area in Sorocaba, São Paulo state, Brazil. Julio and Julio was looking for a hauling solution that meets the current market specifications, utilizes the latest technology, and adheres to environmental legislation. „The high-performance rubber truck lining solution will give the quarry greater maintenance flexibility, reduce fleet downtime and increase productivity,“ says Ricardo Bonadia, Industrial Manager of the Julio and Julio Group.

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„We are looking for a reduction in our operating costs. The Metso solution meets our needs and is an industry benchmark,“ he explains. Caption: The lining installed on trucks maximizes fleet availability and productivity, reduces noise during loading and unloading, improves driver comfort and maintains truck suspension. The perceived noise is reduced by 50% or more and the shocks and vibrations by 95%.

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NEWS & REPORTS Another advantage of Metso‘s rubber truck lining is its modular composition. When replacement is required, only the worn modules have to be changed. Bonadia also highlights the wear life of the truck linings. Metso‘s rubber linings typically last four times longer than steel linings. „Before, we used steel plates that had a wear life of about 2,000 hours, and the truck required a 2- or 3-day maintenance stoppage due to the number of welds. Avoiding this was one of the key factors when choosing Metso‘s Haul Truck Solution,“ Bonadia continues. „The aggregate market in Brazil is showing positive changes, customers are seeking to modernize their plants and equipment‘ in hopes of significant cost reductions. Metso rubber truck lining makes a big difference in this sense, and Julio and Julio realized its benefits, not only for the truck body but also for the whole truck. In the aggregates segment, we have several applications with our truck lining, and customers are showing great satisfaction with the product,“ says André Misael, National Sales Manager at Metso.

About Metso Metso is a world leading industrial company serving the mining, aggregates, recycling, oil, gas, pulp, paper and process industries. We help our customers improve their operational efficiency, reduce risks and increase profitability by using our unique knowledge, experienced people and innovative solutions to build new, sustainable ways of growing together. Our products range from mining and aggregates processing equipment and systems to industrial valves and controls. Our customers are supported by a broad scope of services and a global network of over 80 service centers and about 6,000 services professionals. Metso has an uncompromising attitude towards safety. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki in Finland and had sales of about EUR 2.6 billion in 2016. Metso employs over 11,000 people in more than 50 countries. Expect results.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Metso Corporation Alice Pinheiro Head of Marketing and Communication Tel. +55 15 2102 1762 email: alice.pinheiro@metso.com Helena Marjaranta Vice President Global Communications Metso Corporation, Tel. +358 20 484 3212 e-mail helena.marjaranta@metso.com

Metso‘s Haul Truck Solution in operation at Julio and Julio Group‘s São Domingos quarry in Sorocaba, Brazil. (Photos: Metso)

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Metso Corporation

Metso receives four major oil and gas valve orders from Chinese petrochemical customers

Neles® BWX butterfly and Neles® ball valve are examples of the wide variety of reliable Metso valves for petrochemical processes. (Photos: Metso)

ETSO HAS RECEIVED FOUR MAJOR VALVE ORDERS FOR THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY FROM CHINESE PETROCHEMICAL CUSTOMERS. ALL ORDERS ARE FOR GREENFIELD INVESTMENTS AND HAVE BEEN BOOKED IN METSO‘S ORDERS RECEIVED STARTING FROM THE FIRST QUARTER OF 2017, WITH SUBSEQUENT QUARTERLY BOOKINGS IN 2017 AND CONTINUING TO 2018. THE TOTAL VALUE OF THE ORDERS AND COMPANY NAMES ARE NOT BEING DISCLOSED. ALL THE COMPANIES ARE IN THE TOP TEN PETROCHEMICAL COMPANIES IN CHINA. „A solid industry reputation, and reliable, high-quality products with great investment value has made Metso‘s valve solutions a favorite in the market. Our customers value having proven valve technology, as well as service and spare part availability that ensures high productivity in demanding processes,“ explains Metso‘s HangPheng Tan, Vice President Sales and Service Flow Control in China. The orders include approximately 2,500 Neles® ball, segment and butterfly valves for on/off and control applications for various process phases, such as coal gasification, ethylene cracking and PSA processes. The

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control valves are equipped with Neles® ND9000 series intelligent valve controllers, which have the capability for advanced performance follow-up. Over the years, Metso‘s installed base of valve solutions for leading Chinese oil and gas customers has been growing steadily, and its valves are widely used in many critical processes. In a typical petrochemical or refinery project, Metso‘s product range covers up to 90% of the valves needed.

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NEWS & REPORTS Reliable valve solutions are critical components in petrochemical processes Metso has a strong position in control valves for petrochemical, chemical, oil and gas, and power customers through its well-known Neles rotary control valves, globe valves, and intelligent valve controllers offering. The valves in a petrochemical or refinery process must be able to withstand very demanding process conditions, such as high pressures and temperatures, toxic and corrosive fluids, vibration, and pressure shocks under normal service conditions, and they must meet all safety requirements.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Metso Corporation HangPheng Tan Vice President, Sales and Services China, Flow Control Tel. +65 6511 1022 Email: hangpheng.tan@metso.com Helena Marjaranta Vice President Global Communications Metso Corporation, Tel. +358 20 484 3212 e-mail helena.marjaranta@metso.com

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NelesÂŽ BWX butterfly and NelesÂŽ ball valve are examples of the wide variety of reliable Metso valves for petrochemical processes. (Photos: Metso)

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Scalability of Metso‘s award-winning HRC technology confirmed in pilot testing in Chile

Piloting Metso HRC technology in Chile. (Photos: Metso)

HE SCALABILITY OF METSO‘S HRCTM HIGH-PRESSURE GRINDING TECHNOLOGY HAS SUCCESSFULLY BEEN PROVEN IN PILOT TESTS. THE TESTS WERE CONDUCTED AT A CUSTOMER PILOT PLANT IN CHILE DURING 2016 AND 2017. FOLLOWING THE SUCCESS OF THE PILOT, SIMILAR PROJECTS WILL BE OPERATIONAL IN THE NEAR FUTURE. When designing a plant expansion project, it is important to go beyond laboratory tests to confirm that the selected technology is optimal for the process in question. Convinced by the excellent results of Metso‘s awardwinning HRCTM technology and impressive operational results in the USA, several customers have expressed their desire to see whether Metso‘s HRC solutions would also suit their growing production and scalability needs. The pilot confirmed that the HRC 800 high-pressure grinding roll fulfills the expected capacity requirements for the application, and that the scale factor defined by Metso in the laboratory environment proved to be correct, independent of the ore type. Based on the results, Metso‘s modeling and simulation was proven, and the necessary equipment for the customer‘s plant expansion was specified.

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„HRC high-pressure grinding represents a significant technological leap for the mining industry, and thus the results of the scalability pilot are extremely valuable. We were able to verify our hypothesis and meet the customers‘ expectations 100 percent. We look forward to continuing with the inquiries received concerning this Metso innovation,“ says Raúl Noriega, Capital Equipment Sales Manager at Metso in Chile.

Further projects in pipeline with this cost-saving technology HRC technology is a higher-performance alternative to conventional high-pressure grinding rolls. Based on the

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NEWS & REPORTS pilot tests, it enables savings on operational expenses of 10 to 20 percent, depending on the ore type. The pilot plant where the technology was tested processed copper and gold at a capacity of 50 tonnes per hour, allowing Metso to verify the required equipment for the customerâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s future needs. The next pilot with HRC technology will take place in November 2017 in Chile.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Metso Corporation Macarena Vallejo Head of Marketing and Communications, Pacific Rim Metso Corporation Tel. +56 32 2270800 email: macarena.vallejo@metso.com Helena Marjaranta Vice President Global Communications Metso Corporation, Tel. +358 20 484 3212 e-mail helena.marjaranta@metso.com

Piloting Metso HRC technology in Chile. (Photos: Metso)

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Metso Corporation

Special jaws crush 100% more than ordinary manganese at Råsjö Kross

N AN INDUSTRY WHERE PRODUCTION TIME IS THE MOST CRITICAL FACTOR, EQUIPMENT HAS TO FUNCTION ACCORDING TO PLAN. SERVICE STOPPAGES HAVE TO BE MINIMIZED AND PLANNED IN ADVANCE. THIS IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT WHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS MOVED AROUND ON THE BASIS OF NEED. Råsjö Kross, which has been operating since 1964, is a well-established company within construction crushing. The company produces and sells natural gravel and crushed rock from gravel and rock quarries in different parts of Sweden. The company has several track-mounted crushers, which are transported by trailer to the locations where they are needed. “Ensuring production is important to us. We crush rock, and the crusher has to be in constant operation. Time is money, which means that all downtime has to be minimized and avoided,” says Fredrik Råbom, Production Manager at Råsjö Kross.

Quality = stability Råsjö Kross has tested wear parts from different suppliers over the years. The company has been tempted by low-price products at times, but Fredrik says quality pays off. “Sometimes the purchase price has made it impossible not to try a product, but I have been disappointed one too many times. Now I want products we can trust — good

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quality with the right fit that last a long time,” explains Fredrik. Metso and Råsjö Kross have been cooperating for many years, and they currently have an agreement in place for wear parts. Metso supplies the parts at specified times, giving both parties predictability and reliability.

Twice the wear life promised In 2014, Råsjö Kross was given the opportunity to try out Metso’s new, patented solution MX jaw in its Nordberg® C125™ crusher. The MX jaw has a higher purchase price than Metso’s standard manganese jaws, but since Metso could promise twice the wear life or corresponding compensation, the choice was easy. MX jaws are unique because the jaws are reinforced with durable material in areas where the jaws are exposed to extra wear. The reinforcement results in long wear life and thus offers better reliability for a machine that is meant to crush 400 metric tons per hour.

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NEWS & REPORTS Fredrik Råbom, Production Manager at Råsjö Kross. (Photos: Metso)

“It was quickly obvious that the wear on the MX jaws was less than on the jaws we had used previously. Also, the profile of the jaw remains unchanged throughout its lifetime, which means we can wear them out to the maximum extent. In addition to the reliability offered by a jaw that just keeps on crushing without running into any issues, the long wear life means we can save one day of service work per jaw. In other words, we get to skip one replacement round, which means our servicemen can be sent to other assignments,” says Fredrik. The MX jaw lasts about twice as long as Metso’s standard jaw, which Råsjö Kross used previously — 450,000 metric tons compared with 220,000 metric tons. The increased wear life means that the fixed and the moving jaws in the C125 last about the same amount of time. Consequently, Råsjö Kross‘s service personnel who travel around to the various quarries to perform maintenance can avoid a trip, and fewer replacements automatically means greater safety.

“The less often we change parts, the fewer risks we are exposed to. The jaws from Metso also have a great fit and do not expand, which simplifies replacement,” says Fredrik.

Positive cooperation The MX jaw used in the C125 crusher has been in place since March 2017. The machine has worked in quarries in Åkersberga, Bergsjö, Åre and Gillinge during this period. The type of rock varies, but this has not affected the MX jaw’s capacity. “I have to admit that the MX jaw exceeded my expectations during this period. I brought a new jaw up to Åre because I thought it would be time to do a replacement soon. Now we are back in Gillinge, and the jaw is still showing excellent performance even though it has already crushed 430,000 metric tons,” says Fredrik. The positive results have convinced Råsjö Kross to utilize MX jaws also in its crushers manufactured by suppliers other than Metso. “For me it is important to cooperate with a supplier who offers good quality and keeps their promises. Since I am satisfied with the MX jaw’s performance, I naturally want to achieve the same results and wear life for all of the jaw crushers. With Metso, this is possible — thanks to great dialogue and cooperation,” concludes Fredrik.

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Metso strengthens global presence and customer service for aggregates industry with 14 new distributors signed in 2017

Metso‘s aggregates distributors learning about company‘s latest innovations during the global Distributor Days seminar held in September 2017 in Tampere, Finland. (Photos: Metso)

ETSO HAS STRENGTHENED ITS PRESENCE IN THE AGGREGATES MARKET GLOBALLY WITH 14 NEW DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENTS SIGNED DURING 2017. THESE NEW AGREEMENTS FURTHER EXPAND THE COVERAGE OF METSO‘S CRUSHING AND SCREENING OFFERING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY AND INCLUDE TEXAS, US, ONE OF THE MAIN MARKETS FOR MOBILE EQUIPMENT AS WELL AS NEW MARKETS QATAR, MOROCCO AND PAPUA NEW GUINEA. SEVERAL AGREEMENTS WERE ALSO FINALIZED ACROSS THE US AND EUROPE. „Developing a global distribution community is one of the strategic focus areas within Metso‘s Aggregates business. We build strategic partnerships which, in cooperation with our product and service development teams, will shape Metso‘s future offering and create the best possible value for our customers“, says Markku Simula, Head of Aggregates business at Metso.

Distribution model developed with bestin-class channel partners By partnering with top distributors, Metso improves its presence in its traditional core markets, as well as in new areas. Distributors provide support for customers both

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in equipment and services. Metso‘s global aggregates community has currently well over 100 official distributors. „We are constantly looking for new, best-in-class channel partners as well as developing the performance of our existing community. We are particularly interested in joining forces with distributors who are eager to develop further their service capabilities“, says Adrian Wood, Head of Global Aggregates Distribution at Metso. Metso Corporation Adrian Wood, Vice President, Global Distribution, Aggregates, Metso Corporation Tel: +44 7789 616441, Email: adrian.wood@metso.com Helena Marjaranta, Vice President, Global Communications, Metso Corporation, Tel. +358 20 484 3212, Email: helena.marjaranta@metso.com

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MB CRUSHER Fara Vicentino | Italy

MB Crusher for “Oryx International School” in Qatar

T IS OVER 60,000 CUBIC METRES OF LIMESTONE THAT THE MB CRUSHER BUCKET IS CRUSHING IN QATAR. THE BF90.3 CRUSHER BUCKET HAS BEEN WORKING DAY AND NIGHT IN ONE OF THE CAPITAL’S LARGEST SITES IN BARWA CITY (DOHA). THIS IS THE SECOND STAGE OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF ORYX INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, AN ORBITAL EDUCATION GROUP SCHOOL (BRITISH-STYLE SCHOOLS) FOR QATAR AIRWAYS (QA) EMPLOYEES’ CHILDREN.

The Project The construction of Oryx International School in Doha consists of two stages. The first stage (Oryx Minor) was completed in November 2016, when the first buildings were opened. Today, the school is operational. The second project stage (Oryx Major) started in June 2017 and is planned to be completed in May 2018. It involves the construction of 41,000 square metres of campus and a 3-floor building with new classrooms, laboratories and gyms for over 2,000 students. This means it is an important project, involving large companies and a number of businesses, which will provide students with high-quality education in a safe and well-equipped environment.

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The BF90.3 crusher bucket was purchased by Boom General Contractors, a large construction company from Qatar that is following the project. BF90.3 is working to recycle thousands of cubic metres of inert waste materials from the excavations for the foundations and the underground car park. (Photos: MB Crusher)

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NEWS & REPORTS The BF90.3 crusher bucket was purchased by Boom General Contractors, a large construction company from Qatar that is following the project. BF90.3 is working to recycle thousands of cubic metres of inert waste materials from the excavations for the foundations and the underground car park. (Photos: MB Crusher)

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: MB S.p.A. Via Astico,n° 30/A 36030 Fara Vicentino (VI) - Italy Tel: +39 0445 308148 Fax: +39 0445 308179 Web: www.mbcrusher.come

MB crusher bucket – On-site work The BF90.3 crusher bucket was purchased by Boom General Contractors, a large construction company from Qatar that is following the project. BF90.3 is working to recycle thousands of cubic metres of inert waste materials from the excavations for the foundations and the underground car park. Mounted on a Volvo EC240B excavator, the BF90.3 crushes the material with different sizes – to change the resulting soil texture, thicknesses can be added into or removed from the MB crusher in just a few minutes. The crushed rock will be reused to fill on-site excavations and as subgrade for the roads within the school. “We chose the MB crusher bucket because we can crush the material directly on site, without having to bring a large crushing station”, points out Mr. Pier Matter, Project Manager at Boom General Contractors. “This saves us

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transport costs for other machinery, as the crusher bucket is carried together with the excavator. Once it is on site, it can be assembled very quickly, and we are ready to work in a few minutes. It is also easy to use. From the excavator cab, the operator picks up the material with the crusher bucket and crushes it on the spot. Time is a critical factor for us – continues Mr. Matter – which means that having a machine like the MB crusher bucket on site is really helpful, also considering the amount of material we need to process. The crusher bucket does not need special maintenance in addition to basic maintenance. It also requires very low amounts of water, which makes it easy to work with the other excavators we have on site.”

The BF90.3 is at work building a school for Qatar Airways employees’ children. It is over 60,000 cubic metres of limestone that the MB Crusher bucket is crushing in Qatar. (Photos: MB Crusher)

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NEWS & REPORTS ALLU Group

Mรกquina Solo:

M-Series proves itself in Brazilian surface mining operations

M-Series proves itself in Brazilian surface mining operations (Photo: ALLU Group)

Mร QUINA SOLO IS THE ALLU DISTRIBUTOR FOR ITS TRANSFORMER AND PROCESSOR RANGES OF EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT BRAZIL. THE COMPANY, FOUNDED IN 1998, HAS PARTICULARLY FOUND A READY MARKET FOR THE ALLU M-SERIES, WITH THE ENORMOUS PROCESSING POWER OF THE EQUIPMENT BEING PUT TO GOOD USE IN VARIOUS SURFACE MINING APPLICATIONS. Founded in 1998, Mรกquina Solo is a Brazilian company which specializes in supplying foundation, geotechnical, mining and environmental equipment throughout the country. Considered to be one of the leading specialist equipment distributors in Brazil, the company, which began operations supplying hydraulic hammers, now acts as the representative for fourteen leading manufacturers, supplying over twenty four different product lines. Driving the business forward into its 19th year is the commitment of all at Maquina Solo involved in the business to deliver solutions that meet the needs of its customers. This is achieved by being involved in all aspects of the supply process, and covers such as aspects as application analysis, equipment selection, sales through to service, and aftermarket support.

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One such company that has forged excellent relations with Mรกquina Solo is Finnish manufacturer ALLU, whose Transformer and Processor attachments have been particularly well received in Brazil. The reasons for this are manifold, but the power, flexibility and transportability of the equipment has contributed to ALLU equipment being highly prized in Brazil, with the service and support provided by Mรกquina Solo complimenting the equipment.

Surface mining An area that has particularly seen the benefits of the ALLU Transformer range has been in surface mining operations. As the Transformer is essentially designed to fit an excavator or loading shovel, this has made the

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NEWS & REPORTS M-Series proves itself in Brazilian surface mining operations (Photo: ALLU Group)

equipment ideal for large scale surface mining operations, where transportability and productivity are essential requirements of material handling equipment. With many units now working throughout Brazil, one such application has seen the ALLU Transformer M-Series being used at a nickel mine, screening chalcedony directly in the mine, in order to upgrade the nickel concentration on the processed material. This particular model was chosen due to its high mobility and functionality in screening the material in-situ, instead of loading onto trucks, then transporting the material to stationary screening plant, and then re-transporting the material back to where it originally came from. This has meant the company has been able to replace its stationary screening equipment, freeing up resources as well as enjoying greater flexibility in its operations.

ALLU M - Transforming the way you work There is no surprise that Brazilian surface mining operations have adopted ALLU technology as the ALLU M-Series effectively transforms the carrier it is mounted on (loader or excavator) into a high capacity mobile material processor. The ALLU Transformer M-Series attachment is able to crush soft and brittle material, separate hard unwanted impurities in the rock mass, while loading a dump truck or conveyor system. This makes it ideal for processing of soft rock and other minerals in often hard

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to get to areas, with the M-Series delivering simultaneous mobile crushing, separating, enrichment and loading. What ensures that the ALLU Transformer M-series really stands out from the rest is the way its use helps to actually transform the entire surface mining operation. The profitability of a business is transformed as materials can be processed at the face, rather than be transported for further processing. This also reduces outside waste deposits and brings environmental benefits, as waste rock is separated before transportation. Business efficiency is further transformed as the loading and processing of materials is now accomplished in one stage resulting in faster, more efficient processing. Essentially the loader or excavator now becomes a multimachine that can load and process whilst simultaneously replacing ‘overlapping’ machines at the jobsite. This eliminates material double handling needs and helps with cost reduction. Both highly sort after benefits for efficiency driven mining operations.

The ideal solution The ALLU Transformer M-Series has proved to be ideal for soft rock surface mining applications in Brazil (and elsewhere) as it can easily handle in ‘one-step’ any materials within its range. It can screen any type of material, and by applying the correct amount of crushing

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NEWS & REPORTS force together with the correct drum type, the attachment also efficiently separates hard unwanted waste materials in the rock mass, while crushing the soft material. By adapting to the processing needs and rock mass it encounters, the attachment boosts productivity, through delivering operational efficiency. Different drum configurations of 50mm (2”) and 75mm (3”) mean differing fragment sizes may be processed with high productivity in ‘one step’. The entire process is fully mobile, and can replace conventional crushing and screening plants in many cases such has been found in Brazil. The ALLU Transformer M-Series has been developed specifically for those companies who deal with large amounts of material on a regular basis, specifically quarries, aggregate producers, surface miners, power plants and process industries. It has been designed to fit excavators and wheel loaders of up to 160t (154.4 US t).

About Group ALLU attachments are designed to operate in demanding environments on a variety of materials. This enables our customers to transform the way they work. Manufactured for over 30 years our attachments have been known for their quality and reliability, transforming business solutions throughout the world. We now operate from 7 regional offices, and distribute to over 30 countries.

M-Series proves itself in Brazilian surface mining operations (Photo: ALLU Group)

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: ALLU Group Jokimäentie 1 16320 Pennala, FINLAND Email: info@allu.net Marjut Lindroos Tel: +358 3 882 140 Fax: +358 3 882 1 440 Email: marjut.lindroos@allu.net www.allu.net

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THE SECRET TO STRONG CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS

Our new strategy defines services as “the support we provide to our customers associated with our products – whether that be parts, financing or other valued activities.” (Photos: Caterpillar)

OUR NEW STRATEGY DEFINES SERVICES AS “THE SUPPORT WE PROVIDE TO OUR CUSTOMERS ASSOCIATED WITH OUR PRODUCTS – WHETHER THAT BE PARTS, FINANCING OR OTHER VALUED ACTIVITIES.”

A Superior Customer Experience SEM (a Caterpillar brand produced by Caterpillar Qingzhou facility) Service Engineer Shi Qing, knows firsthand what it takes to deliver a superior customer experience – and he’s been doing just that for the past three years. Shi provides training and service support for a fleet of SEM wheel loaders located in a remote area near Algeria, more than 9,000 kilometers (5,500+ miles) away from his home in Qingzhou, China.

The Challenge The SEM wheel loaders under Shi’s care belong to a contractor on a main artery of Algeria’s new National Highway that extends from the Mediterranean Sea

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through the Sahara Desert and into mid-Africa. The highway is a key project of China’s Belt and Road Initiative proposed by Chinese President Xi Jinping that focuses on connectivity and cooperation among countries primarily between China and the rest of Eurasia. Road construction in the mountainous landscape requires complex bridges and tunnels to navigate deep canyons and rugged terrain. Many experts consider it the most complex and difficult construction project within Algeria. To cope with the challenging construction conditions, the contractor originally bought 21 SEM wheel loaders. SEM sent senior service engineers on site to provide product training and maintenance. These wheel loaders worked more than 20 hours each day without a major failure due to the professional maintenance provided by engineers like Shi.

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NEWS & REPORTS Experience Counts “Problems can be quickly fixed as long as an experienced technician is on site,” Shi said. “But without experience, customers may need to dissemble the machine several times to find a problem.” Indeed, timely troubleshooting has won high praise for Shi from the customer. “Because of the great product and services provided by SEM, we don’t need to spend a lot of resources on parts procurement and product maintenance. We can focus on the project.”

Relationships Grow

Shi’s been with the project for three years, sometimes living in harsh conditions – even making do without refrigeration for food preservation. As scheduled, he will return to China when the project is completed in 2018. “Living so far away from home makes it somewhat hard to avoid loneliness, but I have made friends with the operators, repairers and people from our contractors here,” he said. Shi’s deep understanding of customer needs and willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done helps ensure customer success and creates value over the life of the relationship. And that’s a winning recipe in anybody’s book. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT:

Faced with an increased demand for construction machinery as the project grew, the contractor placed a subsequent order for SEM machines and parts. Since then, the contractor has been negotiating with SEM to add SEM track-type tractors and motor graders to their fleet – and they recommend SEM products to other China contractors in Algeria. Our new strategy defines services as “the support we provide to our customers associated with our products – whether that be parts, financing or other valued activities.” (Photos: Caterpillar)

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Caterpillar Inc. Americas Sharon Holling Holling_Sharon_L@cat.com Johanna Kelly Kelly_Johanna_L@cat.com Europe, Africa, Middle East Francine Shore Shore_Francine_M@cat.com www.cat.com

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75 YEARS STRONG: CAT® DEALER FERREYROS CELEBRATING MAJOR MILESTONES

Umpleby, along with Customer & Dealer Support Group President Rob Charter and Americas & Europe Distribution Vice President Phil Kelliher joined Ferreyros’ leaders and employees at their facility in Lima, Peru to honor two important anniversaries. (Photos: Caterpillar)

IT IS RARE WHEN A COMPANY CAN CELEBRATE THE BETTER PART OF A CENTURY BEING IN BUSINESS, AND NOT JUST BY SURVIVING BUT THRIVING. WHICH IS WHY IT WAS IMPORTANT FOR CAT DEALER FERREYROS® AND ITS PARENT COMPANY, FERRYCORP®, TO TAKE TIME RECENTLY TO CELEBRATE WITH ITS EMPLOYEES, CUSTOMERS AND CATERPILLAR EXECUTIVES INCLUDING CEO JIM UMPLEBY. Umpleby, along with Customer & Dealer Support Group President Rob Charter and Americas & Europe Distribution Vice President Phil Kelliher joined Ferreyros’ leaders and employees at their facility in Lima, Peru to honor two important anniversaries—the founding of Ferryros 95 years ago and becoming a Cat dealer 75 years ago. This significant milestone underscores the importance of Caterpillar‘s collaborative working relationship with its dealers, distributors and suppliers.

An Important Market “Peru is an important market for Caterpillar, and we are optimistic about the future of the country’s economy. We see the development potential of sectors such as mining and infrastructure construction, which are so relevant to the country’s strategic growth,” said Umpleby.

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Ferreyros was founded in 1922 by Enrique Ferreyros Ayulo and three partners, in order to commercialize consumer products and in 1942, the company started its activities in the the capital goods business as a Cat dealer. Today, Ferreyros has more than 6,000 employees and annual sales of over $1.5 billion and provides a wide range of customer solutions including machines, engines, components and services in Peru and other territories in the Americas. “Our company has grown and evolved, overcoming crisis and economic cycles both global and national,” said Oscar Espinosa, Ferrycorp CEO. “Our designation as a Caterpillar distributor 75 years ago represents an important milestone in our life, bringing us not only products of undisputed quality, but also its business principles, solid commercial practices and its customer-oriented focus.”

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Strong Values and Vision for the Future Espinosa highlighted the expansion of their company over the decades, originally founded by a small group of Peruvian entrepreneurs. Umpleby remarked on the company’s values and vision for the future. “We recognize their excellence and highlight the progress they have shown in terms of connectivity and digitalization in this era of technological revolution,” said Umpleby. “It’s been a strong team effort for 75 years and it will keep going strong for 75 more, at least.” Ferroyros‘ expertise and capabilities have helped make the Cat dealer network the best in the world—a competitive advantage and differentiator for our products and services, with everyone‘s focus on making customers more successful with Cat and its dealers than with our competitors.

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About Caterpillar For more than 90 years, Caterpillar Inc. has been making sustainable progress possible and driving positive change on every continent. Customers turn to Caterpillar to help them develop infrastructure, energy and natural resource assets. With 2016 sales and revenues of $38.537 billion, Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. The company principally operates through its three product segments - Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation - and also provides financing and related services through its Financial Products segment. For more information, visit caterpillar.com

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NEWS & REPORTS Caterpillar Inc.

THE DISRUPTOR – NOT THE DISRUPTED

To the general consumer, Caterpillar is known as the company who makes worldclass yellow iron they see on work sites around the world. (Photos: Caterpillar)

ITO THE GENERAL CONSUMER, CATERPILLAR IS KNOWN AS THE COMPANY WHO MAKES WORLDCLASS YELLOW IRON THEY SEE ON WORK SITES AROUND THE WORLD. BUT IT IS OUR CUSTOMERS WHO ARE FINDING SUCCESS FROM OUR APPROACH TO THE INDUSTRIAL INTERNET OF THINGS (IOT) RESULTING IN NON-TRADITIONAL TECHNOLOGIES AND SERVICES. THE GROWTH OF SERVICES IS A CORE FOCUS AREA OF THE NEW STRATEGY AND SPEAKS TO THE SUPPORT WE CAN PROVIDE TO CUSTOMERS ASSOCIATED WITH OUR PRODUCTS – FROM AFTERMARKET PARTS TO ANALYTICS TO MACHINE RENTALS AND BEYOND. THROUGH A MORE INTEGRATED SERVICES PHILOSOPHY, WE CAN PROVIDE A MORE HOLISTIC CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE AND DRIVE CUSTOMER LOYALTY IN THIS AGE OF DIGITAL. These were some of Tom Bucklar‘s key messages speaking at Web Summit held in early November in Portugal. Bucklar, the director of IoT & Channel Solutions – part of Caterpillar’s Digital Enabled Solutions Division – talked about the tremendous opportunity to leverage digital technologies to transform the physical world (e.g., mining, construction, energy and transportation).

GROWTH IN THE DIGITAL SPACE “Caterpillar does this by merging its expertise in iron with new and evolving digital capabilities, and capturing, tracking and analyzing the data from our machines real time,” said Bucklar during a Web Summit panel discussion. “We are ultimately creating digital services and solutions to help customers be safer and more productive, emphasizing connectivity and solution creation through data analytics.”

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“With over a half million assets connected today, Caterpillar will continue to connect our assets in a prioritized way, supporting the highest impact growth opportunities,” Bucklar commented. “We are aligning our metrics to the achievement of our customers’ success and our profitability.”

HOW COOL IS THAT? Billed as the largest tech show on earth, Web Summit brings together Fortune 500 companies, groundbreaking startups and world-class speakers from over 160 countries. It’s one of the biggest stages to be on in the technology world, and we were the only industrial manufacturing company to speak at the annual event.

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Our message was how our customers are finding success from the company’s approach to the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) resulting in non-traditional technologies and services.

Joining Bucklar on stage was our customer Yvonne Wassenaar, CEO of Airware. The company provides unmanned aerial vehicles for commercial use. We’re partnering with Airware to provide drone services to Cat customers. (Photos: Caterpillar)

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HELPING OUR CUSTOMERS Joining Bucklar on stage was our customer Yvonne Wassenaar, CEO of Airware. The company provides unmanned aerial vehicles for commercial use. We’re partnering with Airware to provide drone services to Cat customers.

For more than 90 years, Caterpillar Inc. has been making sustainable progress possible and driving positive change on every continent. Customers turn to Caterpillar to help them develop infrastructure, energy and natural resource assets. With 2016 sales and revenues of $38.537 billion, Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. The company principally operates through its three product segments - Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation - and also provides financing and related services through its Financial Products segment. For more information, visit caterpillar.com

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Caterpillar Inc. Americas Sharon Holling Holling_Sharon_L@cat.com Johanna Kelly Kelly_Johanna_L@cat.com Europe, Africa, Middle East Francine Shore Shore_Francine_M@cat.com www.cat.com

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NEWS & REPORTS Caterpillar Inc.

CURITIBA FACILITY CELEBRATES 250,000TH ENGINE

Thank you to the Curitiba team for your focus on customer needs, and congratulations on this significant milestone! (Photos: Caterpillar)

CATERPILLAR IS, AND ALWAYS WILL REMAIN, A GLOBAL LEADER. OUR ABILITY TO POWER THE WORLD’S INFRASTRUCTURE, OUR CUTTING-EDGE PRODUCTS AND SOLUTIONS AND OUR WORLD-CLASS OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE ARE ONLY POSSIBLE BECAUSE OUR TEAM GOES ABOVE AND BEYOND TO EXCEED CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS. AND OUR TEAM IN CURITIBA, BRAZIL, IS NO DIFFERENT.

About Curitiba The Curitiba facility produces Caterpillar and Perkins engines for customers and for Caterpillar facilities in Brazil and Latin America. One hundred percent of the machines built in Campo Largo and around 70 percent of machines in Piracicaba are manufactured with Curitiba-built engines. “We truly value the partnerships we have with every one of our customers and this 250,000th engine celebration would not be possible without their continued support,” South America general sales manager Vanda Camargo said (Photos: Caterpillar)

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NEWS & REPORTS Thank you to the Curitiba team for your focus on customer needs, and congratulations on this significant milestone! (Photos: Caterpillar)

and electronic engines … and have developed a worldclass team of employees who are proud to produce our engines.”

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Operational Excellence Recently, the Curitiba team manufactured its 250,000th engine. To commemorate the milestone, the team invited customers and dealers to tour the facility and held a celebration with employees as the 250,000th engine rolled off the line. Jorge Luiz Buneder, of Brazilian customer STEMAC, graciously received the engine and praised the facility for its working relationship. “The production of our 250,000th off-highway engine is a significant opportunity to celebrate everything we have achieved with the Perkins brand in the region over the last 14 years,” said Rodrigo Chibior, Curitiba facility manager. “We’ve served our customers with quality mechanical

“We truly value the partnerships we have with every one of our customers and this 250,000th engine celebration would not be possible without their continued support,” South America general sales manager Vanda Camargo said. “At Perkins, we focus on producing quality, dependable and highly productive engines to meet our customers’ need. As a leading global engine manufacturer, we remain committed to providing our customers with the right power solutions.” Thank you to the Curitiba team for your focus on customer needs, and congratulations on this significant milestone!

“At Perkins, we focus on producing quality, dependable and highly productive engines to meet our customers’ need. As a leading global engine manufacturer, we remain committed to providing our customers with the right power solutions.”(Photos: Caterpillar)

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NEWS & REPORTS Caterpillar Inc.

CAT® GRADERBITS™ ARE MORE THAN A BIT USEFUL

OUR NEW STRATEGY MAKES IT CLEAR: WE MUST DELIVER INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS THAT PROVIDE THE BEST VALUE TO OUR CUSTOMERS. AND OUR MOTOR GRADER PRODUCT GROUP GETS IT. THAT’S WHY THEY CONTINUE TO PROMOTE THE CAT® GRADERBIT™ EDGE SYSTEM FOR MOTOR GRADERS WORKING IN REMOTE, UNPAVED AREAS AND IN PUNISHING APPLICATIONS LIKE LOGGING HAUL ROAD MAINTENANCE. THE INNOVATIVE SYSTEM, COMPRISED OF INDIVIDUAL BITS RATHER THAN ONE CONTINUOUS BLADE, CAN TAKE UP TO 20 TIMES THE PUNISHMENT OF OUR STANDARD BLADE EDGES AND IS FASTER AND EASIER TO INSTALL, RESULTING IN LESS DOWN TIME.

IDENTIFYING SOLUTIONS The GraderBit system is perfect for Canadian customer, Gestion NA Carrier – a company maintaining haul roads in northern Quebec. Although not every customer needs the added power and versatility offered by GraderBits, the system is well suited for customers working in remote areas that rely on unpaved roads. Reps at the Toromont Cat dealer, noticed Gestion NA Carrier was frequently replacing edges on motor graders working in a secluded area near the logging community of La Tuque. Customers value longevity of edges because replacing them often means travel to a shop for the replacement – resulting in downtime, significant labor costs, and wasted operator time. In rare instances, edges are changed on the side of busy haul roads, creating serious safety concerns.

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Researching the situation, Toromont Cat reps Real Dupont and Ronald Falardeau, discovered that La Tuque’s logging roads in the area were comprised of varying sizes of granite aggregate, causing the motor grader edges to wear quickly. The Toromont Cat Quebec team proposed a GraderBit edge system to the customer, and just one month after installation, the customer was reporting a 15 – 20 times cutting edge life improvement. Instead of frequently replacing edges, damaged bits were swapped out with new bits as needed – saving the customer time and money.

We must keep our customers running 24/7 to maintain the roads that make Quebec‘s logging industry possible. (Photos: Caterpillar)

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NEWS & REPORTS TEAMWORK IN ACTION Excited about the possibility of helping even more customers in the Quebec area, the Toromont Cat Quebec team reached out to Caterpillar Aftermarket Solutions Representative Francois Gascon and Caterpillar Motor Grader Wear Parts Specialist Sean Hayes for help in spreading the word. Earlier this year, the broader team traveled throughout Quebec, sharing the Gestion NA Carrier’s GraderBits success story with other customers. Using a high-tech 3D-printed adapter board to demonstrate the system brought the solution to life. The result? The team sold five sets of GraderBits in two weeks.

Francis Carrier, owner of Gestion NA Carrier: the customer who started it all (Photos: Caterpillar)

CUSTOMER VALUE “The customers are pleased with the GraderBit performance and Toromont Cat Quebec continues to use the opportunity to build relationships with important customers, adding customer value and leading to incremental sales. It’s a win-win,” said Hayes.

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Gestion NA Carrier operators ready to maintain the haul roads in northern Quebec(Photos: Caterpillar)

Haul roads in northern Quebec are picturesque but difficult to maintain due to truck weight. (Photos: Caterpillar)

“The customers are pleased with the GraderBit performance and Toromont Cat Quebec continues to use the opportunity to build relationships with important customers, adding customer value and leading to incremental sales. It’s a win-win,” said Hayes (Photos: Caterpillar)

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NEWS & REPORTS Caterpillar Inc.

CATERPILLAR AND CHINA ENERGY INVESTMENT CORPORATION ESTABLISH STRATEGIC COOPERATIVE RELATIONSHIP CATERPILLAR INC. AND CHINA ENERGY INVESTMENT CORPORATION LTD. (CHINA ENERGY) – BOTH LEADERS IN THEIR INDUSTRIES – HAVE SIGNED A FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC COOPERATIVE FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT. THE SIGNING WAS WITNESSED BY WANG YANG, MEMBER OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE OF THE POLITICAL BUREAU OF THE CPC CENTRAL COMMITTEE AND VICE PREMIER OF THE STATE COUNCIL, AND U.S. SECRETARY OF COMMERCE WILBUR ROSS. China Energy is a newly formed state owned enterprise created by a merger between China’s major power generator China Guodian Corporation and coal producer Shenhua Group. This strategic agreement builds on the relationship of almost two decades between Caterpillar and Shenhua Group and outlines future agreements for mining equipment sales and rentals, technology applications and product support provided by both Caterpillar Inc. and local Cat dealers. “With its outstanding products, services and solutions, Caterpillar has truly fulfilled our business needs,” commented Li Dong, a senior executive from China Energy Investment Corporation Ltd. “The newly signed strategic agreement will further strengthen and expand our partnerships, and create value to further support our globalization endeavors.” “The strategic agreement between Caterpillar and China Energy is based on the long-term relationship and mutual trust with predecessor company Shenhua,” said Qihua Chen, vice president of Caterpillar and chairman of Caterpillar China. “China Energy is an outstanding model of state-owned enterprises in China, and we look forward to jointly promoting the sustainable transformation of the coal industry in China.” In support of strengthening and expanding the relationship between the U.S. and China, mining equipment supplied to China Energy for upcoming projects is expected to include products exported from the United States. “Caterpillar solutions help our customers operate safely and efficiently, even in the most remote, rugged

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conditions,” said Denise Johnson, group president of Caterpillar Resource Industries. “We’re proud to export, primarily from the U.S., a line-up of state-of-the-art mining equipment to Chinese customers like China Energy.” Through products and solutions, as well as local dealer service, Caterpillar has supported China Energy’s efforts to achieve efficient and more sustainable operations in both surface and underground coal mines in China, including Zhun Ge‘er and Shen Dong. China Energy has also expanded into the international mining industry, with support from Caterpillar‘s global dealer network.

About Caterpillar For more than 90 years, Caterpillar Inc. has been making sustainable progress possible and driving positive change on every continent. Customers turn to Caterpillar to help them develop infrastructure, energy and natural resource assets. With 2016 sales and revenues of $38.537 billion, Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. The company principally operates through its three primary segments - Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation - and also provides financing and related services through its Financial Products segment. For more information, visit caterpillar.com.

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FROM FARM KIDS TO VICE PRESIDENTS: HOW FFA CAN MAKE A LIFELONG CAREER IMPACT

Ken Hoefling proudly stands with the Prairie Central FFA Chapter of Illinois, the first-place Agricultural Technology & Mechanical Systems team. (Photos: Caterpillar)

CATERPILLAR HAS A LONG HISTORY OF SUPPORTING THE NATIONAL FFA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; BUT DID YOU KNOW THAT THE FFA HAS A LONG HISTORY OF SUPPORTING OUR VICE PRESIDENTS AS WELL? KARL WEISS AND KEN HOEFLING, TWO CATERPILLAR EXECUTIVES, HAVE HAD A LONGSTANDING RELATIONSHIP WITH THE FFA SINCE THEIR DAYS GROWING UP ON THEIR FAMILY FARMS. FROM EARLY CHILDHOOD AND THROUGHOUT A LONG CAREER, FFA CAN PROVIDE TRAINING AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF LEADERS TO DEVELOP SKILL SETS NEEDED WITHIN CATERPILLAR AND OUR DEALERS. READ THE QUICK Q&A BELOW FROM KARL AND KEN ABOUT THEIR FFA EXPERIENCES GROWING UP, AND HOW THE ORGANIZATION MADE A LONG-LASTING IMPACT ON THEM.

Q&A with Karl Weiss, vice president of Material Handling & Underground

became our local chapter president, district president and eventually Indiana state vice president before heading to college.

What was your involvement in the FFA and agriculture growing up?

What is your favorite memory from FFA?

I was raised on a farm in Indiana, but I was a member chiefly due to wanting to pursue the leadership development opportunities that the FFA provided. As a high school student, I was heavily involved in the FFA and I

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I grew up as the youngest in a large family that was very involved in the FFA. When I finished my first year as Indiana FFA vice president, I was able to give my parents the Honorary State FFA Award in front of an audience of 5,000 people. It was wonderful to be able to recognize

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NEWS & REPORTS them, not only for what they did to support the FFA, but also what they did to support me. How has being involved in the FFA influenced your career? Through the FFA, I had many opportunities to develop as an individual and as a leader. One of the areas of focus for me was public speaking. I competed at the state and national levels for public speaking, and spoke in front of audiences of thousands of people. While it was indeed nerve-wracking, it was a tremendous help to me as I continue to have opportunities to speak in front of groups at Caterpillar and with our customers and dealers.

Q&A with Ken Hoefling, vice president of Building Construction Products How has being involved in the FFA influenced your career?

Working on the farm and being involved in FFA taught me three key things that have helped me throughout my career no matter what position Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m in: teamwork, hard work and respect for others. I use the skills I learned making the family farm successful every day at Caterpillar. Why do you personally choose to continue to support FFA? As I think about my own career and the opportunities I had, I want other kids to have the chance to develop real skills, a strong work ethic and leadership capabilities. FFA is a great organization that promotes professionalism and helps young people be prepared to build a successful career. Why do you think Caterpillar supports FFA? The agriculture industry is important to Caterpillar and to the communities our customers serve. Many of our products and services support the agriculture industry. We also want to help develop the next generation of leaders and Caterpillar employees.

About Caterpillar For more than 90 years, Caterpillar Inc. has been making sustainable progress possible and driving positive change on every continent. Customers turn to Caterpillar to help them develop infrastructure, energy and natural resource assets. With 2016 sales and revenues of $38.537 billion, Caterpillar is the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. The company principally operates through its three product segments - Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation - and also provides financing and related services through its Financial Products segment. For more information, visit caterpillar.com Vice Presidents Karl Weiss and Ken Hoefling visit the Caterpillar booth at the 2017 National FFA Convention Expo (Photos: Caterpillar)

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RIDING THE STORM OUT

WHEN COMMUNITIES NEED OUR HELP

Employees from San Antonio, Schertz and Seguin pose with colleagues from Victoria after serving lunch to returning Caterpillar Victoria employees. (Photos: Caterpillar)

AT CATERPILLAR, OUR SOLUTIONS HELP OUR CUSTOMERS BUILD A BETTER WORLD – THIS IS ESPECIALLY TRUE IN THE FACE OF NATURAL DISASTERS LIKE HURRICANE HARVEY, THE MOST POWERFUL STORM TO HIT TEXAS IN MORE THAN 50 YEARS. YOU NO DOUBT REMEMBER HARVEY SLAMMED INTO THE U.S. GULF COAST AS A CATEGORY 4 HURRICANE BACK IN AUGUST AND POUNDED THE AREA FOR DAYS, LEAVING AT LEAST 70 DEAD AND TENS OF THOUSANDS HOMELESS.

Behind the Scenes

Being Prepared Pays Off

From hurricanes like Harvey to earthquakes in Mexico, tsunamis in Japan, and flooding in India, teams of Caterpillar people work together to help customers and communities weather the storm. We’ve seen pictures of Caterpillar employees and customers helping recovery efforts around the world. But, how does it happen? Let’s take a look.

“Each one (of our customers) was grateful for how Caterpillar responded to the situation,” Mustang Cat® Parts Manager Austin Propes said. “It meant a great deal to them that (Caterpillar) had trailers prepped and ready to go.”

Life Before Harvey Caterpillar’s Assurance of Supply Center is responsible for solving issues associated with managing our supply network performance. The team provides 24/7 monitoring of our facilities, global suppliers and dealers to help reduce or eliminate supply disruption and ensure our ability to meet customer needs. With Hurricane Harvey brewing in the Gulf of Mexico, the team began storm tracking. As the hurricane increased in strength and the path targeting the U.S. Gulf States became likely, the team formulated action plans and provided solutions for customers even BEFORE the storm made landfall.

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Planning also meant our major retail partner, Lowe’s, could continue to meet customer demand – even beyond portable generators sales. Feedback from Lowe’s team was that “Caterpillar was already moving product before we even knew what we wanted. Your sense of urgency truly saved us.”

After the Storm One of the first and most widespread damages inflicted by hurricanes is a loss of electricity. Harvey was no exception, leaving hundreds of thousands of Gulf Coast area residents and businesses without power. Loss of power means limited communications and hampered emergency services, impeding rescue efforts.

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NEWS & REPORTS Caterpillar Victoria employees are greeted by leadership from Victoria, San Antonio, Schertz and Seguin as they return to work. (Photos: Caterpillar)

Our Impacted Facilities Hurricane Harvey impacted Texas facilities in Houston, Galveston, Sequin, Schertz, San Antonio and Victoria, and operations at some locations, including Victoria, were halted. Many Victoria residents, including Caterpillar families, returned to severely damaged or destroyed homes. With this in mind, employees from Caterpillar San Antonio, Schertz and Seguin drove to Victoria to serve lunch to the Caterpillar employees there who had just returned to work. While larger Cat generators helped cleanup and rebuilding efforts, portable generators shipped to dealers in Houston, Victoria, San Antonio and Corpus Christi played a key role in prepping and providing power after the storm. The portable generators were offered at a 20 percent discount to Texas Caterpillar employees and retirees affected by the storm.

Some of the Efforts There were no doubt countless ways that Caterpillar customers, dealers and employees provided assistance in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. Here are a few.

Cat generators • Provided power for Rockport, Texas, businesses gas stations and restaurants to provide services to residents. • Helped one Rockport hotel – miraculously untouched by the storm – open its doors to guests later that same night.

“We very much appreciate this,” said Art Strother, general manager of the Caterpillar Victoria facility. “We’ve been trying to help our people cope with and work through something they’ve maybe never seen before. To have our colleagues from our division join us in this effort, not just with lunch, but with the many other ways people have come to the aid of others in this time, has left a lasting and heartfelt impression on our team.”

• Powered a Rockport Whataburger, enabling the restaurant’s parking lot to serve as a donation supply center to distribute food, water and toiletries to those in need. • provided power to the city of Victoria, Texas, and the local Red Cross – donated by Cat Home & Outdoor Power. • Enabled a local Victoria restaurant to feed residents affected by the storm. • Kick-started the Victoria pump station for the water department. • Provided power in Victoria for the fire department, a woman’s crisis center and homeless shelters. Mustang Cat® in Houston received a shipment of portable generators in time thanks to the cooperation between teams at Caterpillar. (Photos: Caterpillar)

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CATERPILLAR AND RIO TINTO TO RETROFIT CAT® TRUCKS FOR AUTONOMOUS OPERATION AT MARANDOO MINE IN AUSTRALIA

Caterpillar and Rio Tinto to Retrofit Cat® Trucks for Autonomous Operation at Marandoo Mine in Australia. (Photos: Caterpillar)

CATERPILLAR AND RIO TINTO HAVE SIGNED AN AGREEMENT FOR RETROFITTING 19 CAT® 793F MINING TRUCKS FOR AUTONOMOUS OPERATION AT THE MARANDOO IRON ORE MINE IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA. CATERPILLAR WILL ALSO INSTALL CAT COMMAND FOR HAULING SOFTWARE FOR OPERATION OF THE AUTONOMOUS FLEET. THE RESULT OF THE AGREEMENT WILL BE THE FIRST FLEET OF CAT AUTONOMOUS TRUCKS DEPLOYED BY RIO TINTO.

Behind the Scenes The first few trucks will be retrofitted in mid2018, and the project will be completed by the end of 2019. Beyond installation and startup, both Caterpillar and the regional Cat dealer, WesTrac, will play ongoing roles in managing and supporting the autonomous haulage system.

At Marandoo, the mine-wide implementation of Fleet, the scheduling-and-assignment and material tracking system, will mark the first use of the system by Rio Tinto. (Photos: Caterpillar)

“We are grateful for the opportunity to work with Rio Tinto in installing their first Cat autonomous haulage system,” said Jean Savage, Caterpillar vice president with responsibility for the Surface Mining & Technology Division. “Working with WesTrac, we look forward to helping Rio Tinto enhance operations with our proven mining technology.”

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NEWS & REPORTS Rio Tinto Iron Ore chief executive Chris Salisbury said, “We are proud to have partnered with Caterpillar for 50 years and are excited about starting this new chapter in our automation story. This project with Caterpillar accelerates deployment of autonomous haulage via retrofit in our Pilbara operations and helps meet our objectives of making our operations safer and more productive.” The Cat autonomous trucks system draws capabilities from the full range of Cat MineStar™ System technologies—Command, Terrain, Fleet, Detect and Health. At Marandoo, the mine-wide implementation of Fleet, the scheduling-and-assignment and material tracking system, will mark the first use of the system by Rio Tinto.

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Caterpillar and Rio Tinto to Retrofit Cat® Trucks for Autonomous Operation at Marandoo Mine in Australia. (Photos: Caterpillar)

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NEWS & REPORTS Voith GmbH & Co. KGaA Group

The new Voith TurboGuide: Keeping an overview of all constant-fill fluid couplings online at the same time and efficiently organizing maintenance processes

• THE NEWLY DEVELOPED WEBSITE OFFERS A MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR VOITH FLUID COUPLINGS AND SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCES THE HANDLING EFFORT. • THE INTEGRATED TRAFFIC LIGHT SYSTEM FACILITATES MAINTENANCE PLANNING AND HELPS TO MINIMIZE COSTLY PRODUCTION DOWNTIMES. • ALL RELEVANT INFORMATION SUCH AS COUPLING FILL IS SECURELY STORED IN A DATABASE AND MADE AVAILABLE TO THE USER IN A CLEAR AND STRUCTURED MANNER Das Entwicklungsteam von Hitachi hat basierend auf Heidenheim, Germany: Whether assembly instructions, information about nominal fill volumes, tutorials for fill level checks, or scheduling overviews for maintenance planning - the TurboGuide online platform developed by Voith simplifies management and operation of fluid couplings. The online tool offers a central database from which all important information and technical data regarding a coupling can be accessed anywhere and anytime. Thanks to their hydrodynamic operating principle, fluid couplings from Voith have been keeping drive systems for mining and raw materials processing operations safe from damage for many years and have minimized costly production downtimes. So that customers can always rely on the functionality of their fluid coupling, Voith has developed the onlinebased TurboGuide platform. This new online tool makes it possible to precisely schedule

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upcoming maintenance work. Unscheduled downtimes are thus substantially reduced and scheduled downtimes significantly shortened. Apart from basic data such as serial number, size, type, and fill volume of the coupling, TurboGuide also offers the option to safely document and access drive-related data such as output, speed, installation location and date of commissioning. The tool uses this information to calculate the current technical condition of the coupling and displays it by means of a traffic light system in green, yellow and red. This means that it is easier for service and maintenance personnel to schedule the next maintenance appointment and they can effortlessly initiate the necessary steps at an early stage. To ensure that maintenance work is always carried out in time, TurboGuide also features a notification function that sends out an automated email as a reminder for upcoming appointments.

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NEWS & REPORTS But TurboGuide is more than just a tool to increase the efficiency of maintenance work. The platform offers users comprehensive support in managing their fluid couplings, especially if the application location changes. In this case, the integrated “filling generator” helps the user to calculate the required fluid volume. After entering the new operating parameters, such as a change in engine output, the software calculates the corresponding fill volume with just one click and saves it in the database. TurboGuide also offers support for topping up hydrodynamic couplings with constant fill: Using well illustrated tutorials, the system explains how the topping up process works, what should be taken into consideration, and how to check the fill volume. Installation quick guides, manuals, additional animations, and tips for the efficient operation of the coupling complete the service section of the platform. In addition, TurboGuide is a website where all important information regarding the coupling is documented and constantly updated. It makes this data available to the user anywhere and anytime. Complicated and time consuming searches through files are now a thing of the past. The initial registration of a new fluid coupling is extremely simple and selfexplanatory: Each newly delivered fluid coupling is marked with a unique QR code. If the registered user scans in this code with their mobile device, the coupling automatically appears in the dashboard of TurboGuide. Even without a QR code, already commissioned couplings can be registered using their serial number, size, and type.

More information regarding TurboGuide can be found under the following link: www.turboguide.voith.com

About Voith Turbo Voith Turbo, a Group Division of Voith, is a specialist for intelligent drive solutions, systems and comprehensive services. Customers from highly diverse industries such as oil and gas, energy, rail and commercial vehicles, ship technology, mining and mechanical engineering rely on the advanced technologies and solutions-driven expertise of Voith Turbo.

About Voith For 150 years, Voith’s technologies have been inspiring customers, business partners and employees around the world. Founded in 1867, Voith today has around 19,000 employees, sales of €4.3 billion and locations in more than 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the largest familyowned companies in Europe. Being a technology leader, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, oil & gas, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive.

TurboGuide ist a web-based platform for Voith Turbo (Photo: Voith)

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Voith GmbH & Co. KGaA Group Communications St. Pöltener Straße 43 | 89522 Heidenheim Tel. +49 7321 37-8303 | Fax +49 7321 37-7110 www.voith.com Robin Wankerl Global Market Communication Manager Tel. +49 7321 37-8303 Robin.Wankerl@voith.com

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Liebherr Presents its Autonomous Haulage Surface Mining Solution

Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News, Co. Newport News | USA

The Liebherr T 284 mining truck (Photos: Liebherr)

• Flexible approach based on open protocol architecture • Three autonomous options available • Solutions for ultra-class truck, with payload up to 363 metric tons / 400 short tons Newport News/VA (USA), November, 2017 - Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News, Co. will unveil its new autonomous haulage solution this week in Cologne, Germany, at the Autonomous Industrial Vehicle Technology Symposium. Liebherr’s development program towards autonomous haulage is currently underway. An initial prototype testing is active since 2016. Liebherr plans to begin field trials of a pre-series at a customer site in 2019.

Autonomy objectives A significant challenge facing mining today is the increased global demand for minerals and metals while available resources are becoming harder to access due to location and harsh environments. High labor costs, increasing labor shortages and volatile commodity prices have put a strain on the industry. Automation and robotics

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can help to provide a solution by establishing streamlined processes for extracting ore, while reducing the exposure of workers to health risks.

Liebherr’s approach “We will offer three options to support various customer approaches to autonomy,” said Bryant Ward, Executive Vice President Engineering and Development, Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co. “Some customers would like a single supplier to do everything in a turnkey approach. Others want multiple supply options and are prepared for a larger integration effort. In this way, Liebherr will deliver the most flexible and cost effective way to achieve an autonomous haulage solution.”

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NEWS & REPORTS Liebherr intends to provide an open architecture allowing customers flexibility with respect to the level of OEM content and integration from Liebherr to compliment customers’ existing investments in fleet management and telemetry. This approach will allow our customers to use Liebherr products along with other OEM equipment and choose the most suitable suppliers for third party solutions. As communicated in the press Liebherr‘s new autonomous ready-haul trucks will be compatible with ”Mobius,” autonomous command and control platform by Autonomous Solutions, Inc. (ASI).

About Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News, Co. Newport News, VA (USA) Sarita Scott Sr. Marketing Communications & Events Management Specialist Phone: +1 757 245 5251 E-mail: sarita.scott@liebherr.com www.liebherr.com

Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co. has been manufacturing large mining trucks designed to handle payloads of up to 363 metric tons / 400 short tons for the international mining industry since the mid-1990s. The trusted diesel-electric drive concept ensures the highest level of cost-effectiveness and, when paired with a Liebherr R 996 B or R 9800 mining excavator, the trucks are perfectly suited for the demands of mining environments. Customers can expect a high level of performance from these machines at the lowest cost per ton. The Liebherr T 284 mining truck (Photos: Liebherr)

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Wasel takes ownership of LRT 1090-2.1 and LRT 1100-2.1:

Liebherr-Werk Ehingen GmbH Ehingen/Donau | Germany

First Liebherr LRT rough-terrain cranes delivered

In the picture from left to right: Erich Schneider, Christoph Kleiner (both Liebherr-Werk Ehingen GmbH), Matthias Wasel (Managing Director WASEL GmbH) and Dieter Walz (Liebherr-Werk Ehingen GmbH) at the symbolic handover of the keys (Photos: Liebherr)

• Key reasons behind the purchase: Liebherr‘s first-class customer service coupled with rapid spare parts supply • Consistently easy operation of all Liebherr mobile cranes • The main focus during the crane development work was to ensure a high level of safety during use Ehingen / Donau (Deutschland) December 2017 – Wasel GmbH Schwerlastlogistik accepted two rough-terrain cranes of the new LRT series from the Liebherr plant in Ehingen at the end of November. With the LRT 1090-2.1 and the LRT 1100-2.1, the company now has the first machines of this new series. The company primarily plans to deploy both rough-terrain cranes in opencast mining as well as on major construction sites with long periods of use. The first two out of six rough-terrain cranes ordered in total are enabling Wasel to extend its fleet of Liebherr telescopic cranes. Wasel has been using the Liebherr LTL 1160, the world‘s most powerful rough-terrain crane, and smaller machines of diverse manufacturers in opencast mining for many years. „The extreme terrain in opencast

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mining makes rough-terrain cranes indispensable“, states Managing Director Matthias Wasel, adding: „We‘re delighted by the opportunity to purchase rough-terrain cranes from Liebherr again because – in comparison to other manufacturers – Liebherr provides a rapid spare parts supply along with tremendous customer service. Another reason to opt for the Liebherr rough-terrain cranes was the consistently easy operation of all Liebherrmobile cranes, allowing the crane driver to get used to the different vehicles very quickly. It‘s also advantageous that our workshop can undertake the majority of the service for our exclusively Liebherr fleet.“

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NEWS & REPORTS „Safety first“ - safety equipment sets new standards

result of the increased lifting capacities when hoisting over the supports, the crane can hoist loads normally reserved for the next higher crane class.

High safety levels in every respect were the main priority for the design of the new Liebherr LRT cranes. Both new crane models feature and outrigger monitoring system as standard. The support status, on tyres or supports, is detected automatically and saved to the crane controller. The attachment of the ballast to the turntable and the installation of the optional double folding jib including its angle adjustment system are also recorded and monitored.

Crane contractor Wasel has a workforce of 435 and operates 135 Liebherr mobile cranes, including crawler and latticed boom crane models LR 1600/2, LG 1750 and LR 1750/2. The customer focuses on providing lifting and transport services. The company is also a Liebherr dealer for tower cranes and operates over 400 Liebherr tower cranes itself.

The VarioBase® variable support base developed by Liebherr and standard on the new LRT cranes makes a fundamental contribution to enhancing safety. VarioBase® allows each individual crane support to be extended to arbitrary lengths. The crane work is controlled by the load moment limiter within the LICCON controller which calculates the maximum load capacities precisely for the current situation. This prevents accidents by human error during the assembly process and when hoisting loads. VarioBase® also provides greater flexibility on site. As a

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Liebherr-Werk Ehingen GmbH Wolfgang Beringer Telephone: +49 7391 502-3663 Email: wolfgang.beringer@liebherr.com www.liebherr.com

Wasel will predominantly use the new Liebherr rough-terrain cranes in opencast lignite mining (Photos: Liebherr)

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NEWS & REPORTS Volvo Construction Equipment

VOLVO CE BACKS HIGH-SPEED REVOLUTION HEADING NORTH BRITAIN’S NEW HIGH-SPEED RAIL PROJECT, HS2 IS ON TRACK TO PROVIDE A SWIFT AND LOW-CARBON ALTERNATIVE MODE OF TRANSPORT FROM LONDON TO THE MIDLANDS AND THE NORTH OF ENGLAND

The Volvo CE product range includes many of the machines that HS2 will require – haulers (like the A60H pictured), excavators and wheel loaders (Photo: Volvo Construction Equipment)

cross Europe, a number of public and private infrastructure projects are pushing the construction industry to take carbon emissions and sustainability more seriously. In many ways, the UK’s latest mega project – the creation of a £56bn high-speed railway connecting eight English cities – is the most ambitious yet. Called High Speed 2 (HS2), it will be the second high-speed rail line in Britain after HS1, which connects London to the Channel Tunnel. High Speed 2 Ltd is the organization responsible for developing and promoting the new railway. The line has a „Y“ shaped route and will be built in two phases. Phase 1 consists of a 225 km (140 mi) line connecting London to Birmingham and is scheduled to open in 2026. Preparatory works are already underway, and main construction works are expected to start in 2019. Phase 2 is split into sub-phases: Phase 2a provides a connection between the West Midlands and Crewe by 2027. Phase 2b links to Manchester and Leeds and is set to be operational by 2033.

The need for speed (….and capacity) HS2 trains would run at speeds of up to 250mph (400 kph) as often as 14 times per hour in each direction with as many as 1,100 seats per train, each 400m long (1,300ft).

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Besides shorter journey times, the primary purpose for HS2 is to provide additional capacity on the rail network from London to the Midlands and North England. With the capability to carry more than 300,000 people a day, the new rail line will free up thousands of seats on existing overcrowded trains, creating extra local services. Additional benefits will come from displacing passenger and freight journeys from road and air onto rail, so HS2 also offers a low-carbon alternative mode of transport. But HS2 is more than a railway. This mega project has adopted the moniker, ‘Engine for Growth’ for its promise to bring prosperity to northern England. Construction of the full route to the Northwest and Yorkshire will create up to 25,000 jobs and 2,000 apprenticeships. Another 3,000 people will operate HS2, and it is estimated that growth around new stations will create another 100,000 jobs.

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NEWS & REPORTS Map of the High Speed Rail 2 (HS2). (Photo: Volvo Construction Equipment)

carbon footprint. The project has sustainability at the heart of its design and implementation. It is one of the first projects to integrate climate change into HS2 Ltd’s environmental assessment, as explained by Mark Fenton, climate change specialist (carbon) at HS2 Ltd during the Construction Climate Challenge (CCC) seminar at the Bauma 2016 event in Germany.

Leading by example

Up to the challenge The scale of construction for Phase 1 alone is staggering: 128 million tonnes of excavated material, 90% of which will be reused; 46km of tunnels; 145 over bridge structures and 152 under bridge structures. The Volvo Group is readying itself to respond to the challenge. Such an undertaking will demand tough and highly-productive machines and versatile on-highway and off-highway trucks to transport material. The Volvo Construction Equipment dealer in Great Britain, SMT GB is making preparations to support the contractors who will build HS2. This includes a strong network of support centers and expanding its pool of trained technicians and apprentices. “We have been working hard to understand the unique challenges HS2 brings to the supply chain,” says Martyn Brawn, infrastructure projects manager at SMT GB. “It’s not just about productivity and efficiency. Safety and wellbeing are key areas in focus and perhaps most significantly of all, the environmental impact that building HS2 will have along the route and surrounding areas.”

Curbing the carbon footprint As the largest infrastructure project in Europe, HS2 Ltd places climate change as a central focus of its strategy. The organization has set the objective to minimize its

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HS2 Ltd is using four ‘key enablers’ that provide the imperative for the supply chain to deliver lower carbon solutions. The first enabler is leadership and governance, with carbon considerations integrated into all decision-making processes. HS2 Ltd aims to provide the kind of leadership and direction to inspire the supply chain to collaborate and deliver lower carbon solutions to minimize the carbon footprint. Awareness of carbon emissions will be raised through the culture and communications of the project both internally and externally. HS2 Ltd has been publically reporting its performance and will continue throughout the duration of the project. The third enabler is innovation, a key driver for carbon reduction. The organization is ensuring that it provides the mechanisms that allow the supply chain to respond and challenge standards that might create barriers for delivering lower carbon innovative solutions. The carbon credentials and a demonstrable collaborative approach to dealing with carbon are considered prerequisites for suppliers. Procurement is the fourth enabler, with the project‘s policy requiring suppliers to exhibit carbon reduction in their activities, as well as meet performance targets through the development. By setting ambitious carbon targets, HS2 Ltd is creating a step-change in performance. The Volvo Group aims to support these demands and encourage others to do the same. “All suppliers, big and small, need to respect the local environment and communities where their products operate,” says Brawn. “This not only means minimizing CO2 emissions with the most advanced machines available but also ensuring that

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NEWS & REPORTS operators are trained to the highest standards of efficiency. Innovations and new methods of working are helping to reduce the environmental impact. Alternative fuels are a good example where the supply chain can collaborate to the overall benefit of the Project and the communities affected.”

Sustainable supply chain As part of the supply chain – and sponsor of the CCC – Volvo is likewise demonstrating leadership and collaborative efforts to meet HS2’s targets. The CCC is a global initiative to drive sustainability, specifically in the construction industry value chain. In the UK, this has included hosting supply chain events to promote PAS2080 (a Publicly Available Specification). This is the world‘s first standard for managing infrastructure carbon, offering practical guidance for cutting costs, improving efficiency and slowing climate change. Initiatives like the CCC are necessary for the supply chain and product manufacturers to be doing their bit as well.

Down the line HS2 and other mega projects are propelling the construction sector towards a new, decarbonized economy. By pushing global companies to develop new solutions and business models, HS2 Ltd is encouraging the industry to reach new levels of sustainability.

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Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo Construction Equipment is among the world’s leading manufacturers of articulated haulers and wheel loaders, and one of the world’s foremost manufacturers of excavation equipment, road development machines and compact construction equipment. As a totalsolution provider, we also offer servicing, financing, used equipment, rental and other related services. We are a part of the Volvo Group, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines.The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, with its headquarters in Gothenburg, employs about 100,000 people, has production facilities in 18 countries and sells its products in more than 190 markets.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Volvo Construction Equipment Tiffany Cheng Director, External Communications E-mail: tiffany.cheng@volvo.com Brian O‘Sullivan SE10 , London Tel: +44 7733350307 E-mail: osullivan@se10.com

The Volvo A60H articulated hauler hard at work (Photo: Volvo Construction Equipment)

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TO BUILD THE WORLD WE WANT TO LIVE IN „BUILDING TOMORROW“

At Volvo Construction Equipment we are driven by the idea that through imagination, hard work and technological innovation we will lead the way towards developing a world that is cleaner, smarter, and more connected. We believe in a sustainable future. And with the global construction industry as our arena, we work together with our customers to turn this belief into reality for people everywhere. That is our purpose, and we live and breathe it. Every day. Explore some of the most spectacular construction projects around the globe, all with sustainability at the core. Together we’re building the world we want to live in.

EPISODE 1 – ICEHOTEL, JUKKASJÄRVI, SWEDEN Sustainability is a word that is closely linked to the famous ICEHOTEL in Jukkasjärvi, Sweden. With the help of fuel-efficient Volvo machines, the hotel has used and finetuned a natural process of building with snow and ice from the nearby river. Read more about their ambitious goal to become CO2 negative.

The road to building a CO2 negative allyear-round Icehotel: Sustainability is a word that is closely linked to the famous ICEHOTEL in Jukkasjärvi, Sweden. With the help of fuel-efficient Volvo machines, the hotel has used and finetuned a natural process of building with snow and ice from the nearby river. Until now, this unique tourist attraction has only been built and in operation during the winter season, but all that is about to change.

An ice cold idea „When I first moved here, people told me that the winters are dark and cold. Even the tourist manager was convinced that nobody in their right mind would come to visit Jukkasjärvi during winter. He called it a cold hole,“ says ICEHOTEL founder Yngve Bergkvist. He continues: „I wanted to change that image, and started to think about how we could use the cold in a productive and exciting way.“

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The result of his reflections now entices excited tourists from all over the world to stay in a hotel made entirely from snow and natural ice, with ice art exhibitions on display both inside and out. „But we have never been satisfied with the natural off-season that the summer usually presents. And that‘s what we are going to change with the new allyear facility.“

is handled on site, saving on transport, and the facility repurposes the excess steam from washers and dryers. Plans for the all-year-round hotel include a solar-cell park to keep the hotel chilled during the warmer periods.

Natural cycle

Over the years, the unique construction conditions have presented new challenges for both man and machine. Alf Kero, site manager, has been working on the venue for more than ten years. „The biggest challenge with planning and constructing the ICEHOTEL is definitely the weather. The autumn never looks the same from year to year. The perfect scenario is a winter with between -10°C and -15°C starting in the middle of October,“ he explains. „Starting in January we clear snow from the marked areas on the river. We then use custom made applications for the machines when we harvest from the middle of March and put the ice in storage for the next season.“

From a sustainable point of view the ICEHOTEL does play in a league of its own. The natural ice is cultivated and harvested from the Torne River, which flows past the ICEHOTEL. Come spring, most of the hotel and all the artwork melts and returns to the river again. This minimizes wastage and emissions as the ice is not transported from source to storage and any ice that is not used also returns to the river in spring. „I have a background in environmental science and have always believed that you should be able to utilize and recycle every part of what you build,“ Bergkvist says.

Becoming CO2 negative The goal is to make the hotel CO2 negative, a goal formulated in 2008, and many steps have already been taken to realize this in the near future. The warm buildings within the hotel area are heated using only renewable energy, storm water is used to save tap water and wastewater from the ice storage cooling system is reused. All laundry

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Weather dependent

The extreme cold is definitely a challenge for man and machine as we are working in -30° to -40°C at times. For this purpose, we only use Volvo machines as they are generally regarded as the most reliable. Alf Kero, Site manager

The new all-year Icehotel Bergkvist is enthusiastic about the imminent launch of the new all-year ICEHOTEL 365, scheduled for the end of 2016. „We are basically building a shell that contains walls

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NEWS & REPORTS of snow and ice. There will be 20 rooms, a 200-squaremeter ice bar and a large art hall with sculptures and exhibitions, all available 365 days of the year. The state-ofthe art solar power plant will generate more than enough power to keep the facility cold during summer. The arctic phenomena known as the midnight sun offers the unique opportunity to generate power throughout the night. This way, the sun will ensure that the guests at the ICEHOTEL 365 get a cold night’s sleep and a warm welcome in the morning.

Ice construction for future operators Playgrounds in Kiruna, next door to the ICEHOTEL, are covered with snow and ice for seven to eight months of the year. Local residents, working in conjunction with the ICEHOTEL, came up with a solution in the shape of an ice park for children. “We are building a playground made entirely of ice and snow, complete with slides, labyrinths and all sorts of fun things. It is being created with excess material from the River Torne and the ICEHOTEL construction explains project leader Mats Persson, who also works as a machine operator.

A collaborative project The playground is a collaborative project between the ICEHOTEL, Kiruna municipality, local government agency Tekniska Verken and designers at PinPin Studio. Students at the local school Hjalmar Lundbohmsskolan are also an important part of the process. “Three years ago, the students made a very much appreciated ‘miniature version’ of the playground as a school project,” says Petra Wadlund Lindh of the ICEHOTEL. “This project is a continuation of that goal which was to make something that could be appreciated by children as well as adults. We simply want to make something fun but beautiful.” The playground eventually melts in April or May. It’s fantastic to work on a local project for children, which at the same time is aesthetically beautiful. And it gives us a chance to share the knowledge of working with snow and ice that we’ve gathered over the 26 seasons we’ve been building the hotel. Petra Wadlund Lindh

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EPISODE 2 – LUSAIL CITY, QATAR In Qatar, located on the Northeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula, a city of the future is taking form. With its rapidly increasing population, the State of Qatar is turning 38 km² of desert landscape into a sustainable, green city built for work, play and recreation. Lusail City is designed to support 250,000 new residents and Volvo construction equipment is playing a big part in the project.

Lusail city is setting an example of how to build cities of the future A smart city in the desert With a rapidly increasing population, the State of Qatar, located on the northeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula, is growing as never before. In response to the need for more housing, the smart and sustainable city of Lusail is rising like an oasis in the desert.

Growing need Some 50,000 years ago, this harsh environment, where hot desert winds meet the ocean, was the home of nomads. A lot has happened since then, and now Qatar is a prosperous hub of commerce and cultural exchange in the Middle East, with exceptional economic growth and major advances in human and social development. As part of the country’s ‘Vision 2030’, the entirely new city of Lusail – designed to support 250,000 residents – is now under construction. Located on the coast in the capital city Doha’s northern development corridor, it will cover about 20% of Qatar’s growing population.

A city from scratch With a new take on sustainability in architecture, infrastructure and construction, the aim is to set an example of how future cities in the Middle East will be built. Lusail’s head architect Abdulrahman Al-Ishaq says: “Basically, we are building a city from scratch. We started this project with 38 square kilometers of desert landscape and sea. Although Lusail is a new city, it is also regarded

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as an extension of Doha. Sustainability was always the vision of Lusail, so we designed and planned it that way. This minimizes the environmental footprint significantly and creates the groundwork for a sustainable legacy. It’s a big responsibility for us as future generations of Qatar will question if we did it correctly when we had a chance to do it.”

Recycling garbage Another unique feature in Lusail is the 24km waste pipe network that has been laid underneath the city. Human waste is easily disposed of through this advanced and highly efficient network of pneumatic or vacuum tubes.

Sustainability was always the vision of Lusail, so we designed and planned it that way. This minimizes the environmental footprint significantly and creates the groundwork for a sustainable legacy. Abdulrahman Al-Ishaq, Head architect, Lusail City

To reduce traffic from garbage trucks in the densely populated areas, this network offers a new and innovative way of disposing of waste. The pipe network is connected to the buildings, which then goes directly to the garbage and recycling treatment plants outside the city. “This saves about 70 tonnes of waste per day,” says Al-Ishaq.

Cool technology

Climate challenges

A major part of what makes Lusail a smart city is its sustainable facilities and utilities. One important utility is the district cooling system, whereby four district stations and 175km of piping make it one of the largest central cooling systems in the world. In numbers, this will save an estimated 200,000 tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually.

The hot summers and dry, unforgiving desert climate makes water a scarce resource. Nothing can go to waste, not even the sewage. Treatment plants receive the sewage produced in Lusail and reuse it in the district cooling system. It is then returned to the buildings as cool air or water. It is also used to water the city‘s open green spaces and irrigate the surrounding landscape.

Developers usually include several air-conditioning units in their designs to cool buildings. With the district cooling system, they only need to connect a duct system, because the cooling system provides cool air and cool water centrally. This greatly limits the harmful side effects on the ozone layer that would otherwise be experienced when using many small electrical units, Al-Ishaq explains.

In 2009, the first excavators started to shape the ground on which the 21st century smart city will rest. Scheduled to be finished in 2019, the work goes on day and night to reach the deadline. Some 45,000 workers are on site each day, a joint operation that requires planning, trustworthy equipment and good management.

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NEWS & REPORTS A key player Volvo construction equipment has played a big part in the project, too – during certain phases of the work, more than 150 Volvo machines were on site at the same time, sometimes 24 hours a day based on a three-shift schedule. “We are just one of hundreds of companies involved in working in Lusail, which requires good management. At the beginning of this project, we were using 32 machines, but now, having reached the final stages, 22 or 23 machines are operating all the time. We have several ongoing projects in different areas of Qatar, but the Lusail area should be an example of how future development should be conducted,” says Hadi Kaii, machine owner and Volvo CE customer at EIB Qatar.

Demanding work site Kaii’s crew is currently working on a site in the heart of Lusail, clearing room for the foundations of buildings and underground tunnels. However, digging through the porous sandstone is not a walk in the park. The walls cave in easily, so the excavators must be equipped with breakers to prevent them from sliding. Being situated close to the Persian Gulf also makes construction difficult since groundwater constantly floods the holes with sea water. Although these factors pose risks on the construction site, the intense heat is the toughest challenge.

Safety first In the summer, temperatures can rise above 50°C. To be able to work, all excavators must be equipped with airconditioning units to ensure the operators are not at risk of heatstroke while operating heavy machinery, and to avoid putting lives at risk. “Working in this climate also requires keeping hydrated and regularly taking breaks to prevent fatigue,” says Kaii, who makes sure safety procedures are followed accordingly.

Sustainable legacy Lusail will not only become a new city, but it also means a new mentality and lifestyle for its residents. A light-rail network, underground pedestrian tunnels and even a water-taxi system will reduce the use of cars for commuting residents. As part of Qatar’s Vision 2030, the goal is to combine modern life with traditional values and culture.

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“We encourage people to walk in Lusail by creating this healthier, cleaner environment – a city where you can live, work and play at the same time. The challenge here is basically to try to bring people together in this new lifestyle. We are trying to be a realistic sustainable city, something that we aspire to and hope to repeat and implement in other places,” concludes Al-Ishaq.

EPISODE 3 – KOUGA WIND FARM, SOUTH AFRICA By 2030 the renewable energy sector is targeted to provide 42% of South Africa‘s energy requirements. Kouga Wind Farm, located on the Eastern Cape, is one of the country‘s many wind farms. They work with sustainability on a wider scale. By contributing to education and healthcare, they are empowering the local community to start building a better tomorrow.

Winds of change With global wind power capacity predicted to nearly double by 2021, this South African wind farm shows how the transition to renewable energy can boost business and empower the local community.

Growing need Despite abundant natural resources, coal alone will not provide the energy needed to power South Africa in the long term and a looming crisis has already begun to hit. In response, a new governmental program has been introduced, harnessing the country’s ideal weather conditions while integrating socio-economic development. Kouga Wind Farm, on the Eastern Cape coastline, is considered one of the blueprints for the program.

The challenge Situated approximately 70km southwest of Port Elizabeth, the “Windy City”, the Kouga Wind Farm was one of 28 projects approved during round one of South Africa’s new Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement (REIPPP) program. The initiative, set up to encourage private investment to develop the renewable energy sector, set a target of producing 18,800MW from renewable sources by 2030. In just four years, over 25% has already been reached.

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Tough excavations

The 32-turbine farm at Kouga, operational since March 2015, generates approximately 300 million kilowatt-hours (300GWh) of clean electrical energy per year, reducing greenhouse gases by about 270,000 tons.

The bases are constructed with two layers of concrete with 55 tons of steel bolt cages in between. They are subsequently covered by a thermal blanket, before finally, more layers of excavated material complete the base work. When the concrete has set, the masts and the rest of the components of the turbines, are assembled on site.

“I think we’re very blessed and I believe everyone’s still generally quite positive that South Africa can deliver on its potential as one of the few countries in the world that has both incredible solar and wind resources,” says Jadon Schmidt, Project Manager for South African developers Red Cap Energy, involved in the Kouga project.

Work can then begin on the electrical infrastructure. Medium voltage cables are buried in trenches which then connect to a sub-station and from there, all the power is sent to the national grid.

Global upturn

Help for community

Early signs suggest that wind could provide the answer. The political and climate factors make South Africa a potentially huge market for an industry that is already enjoying substantial growth. At the end of 2016, cumulative wind energy capacity globally was 487 gigawatts (GW), a rise of 12.6% from the year before and, according to the latest annual report by the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC), it should grow by almost 65% to 800GW by the end of 2021.

All successful enterprises approved via REIPPP have to ensure that South African citizens and local communities in particular, benefit from the projects. A portion of the shareholding in an approved project must be held by South African citizens, while, a series of minimum thresholds and targets on job creation, local community ownership and socio-economic development have to be met.

Local workforce Foundations are laid The Kouga Wind Farm’s development lifecycle started in December 2011. German wind turbine manufacturer Nordex was chosen for engineering, procurement and construction, which began at the site in March 2013. Meanwhile, South African company Power Construction was awarded the contract for the civil construction duties at the site. “The compound for the management team is established at the beginning of the construction works. Excavators are then brought in to establish the road network and the bases for the turbines. For the new roads, some 100 loads of material were delivered from the nearby quarry every day. Once they were ready, work could begin on the 20m and 22m-diameter bases for each of the turbines. “Excavations on site can be split into two portions” says site manager Stephan Nell. “One is a silty sand highly saturated material, the second, a sandstone rock formation, which takes more effort to excavate”.

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The project managers at Kouga Wind Farm made sure to utilize as much local labour as possible and by the end of the project, many were upskilled. Wendy Parsons, CFO at Kouga Wind Farm, is proud of the success of the project so far from both business and community perspectives, which already has contributed to schools, playgrounds, sports facilities and clinics. “The community surrounding the wind farm by about a 50-kilometer radius, owns 26% of it through a community development trust. For the next 20 years of operations, that trust is guaranteed to receive the wind farm’s profits. Those profits will be used by the trust on community development projects.” We have a vision for the community. We hope for a lot more integration between the poorer communities and the wealthier ones. We want to make sure that everyone has an equal chance at making a success out of their lives. Wendy Parsons, CFO Kouga Wind Farm

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Local benefits “We have a vision for the community, that we hope for a lot more integration between the poorer communities and the wealthier ones. We want to make sure that everyone has an equal chance at making a success out of their lives.” Local schoolchildren in particular have benefited immensely. Profits from the wind farm have made it possible to supply local schools with computers, encouraging children to get excited about education through technology. “Since the implementation of the IT-program at the school, we’ve seen numbers of kids attending the school growing, and kids taking a particular interest now in getting to school, unlike before where they just came because they were told to come,” says Community Liaison Officer, Trevor Arosi.

The way forward Looking further ahead, the Kouga Wind Farm is committed to producing electricity for 20 years. All parties involved in the project are convinced it can provide part of the solution to South Africa’s energy crisis, crucially with minimal impact on the environment, says Red Cap’s Jadon Schmidt.

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“I believe that the key issues are cost and a resourcedriven scenario where, for example, renewable energy in South Africa uses comparatively very little water. In a water-scarce area like South Africa, it’s a critical conservation issue for us, particularly given the context of climate change where rainfall episodes are expected to be more erratic. If we can produce clean energy at the lowest cost over the long-term, that is the obvious way to go.” Further more information you will find under www.volvoce.com/buildingtomorrow

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CECE SECRETARY GENERAL VISITS VOLVO CE FACILITIES IN ESKILSTUNA

The Committee for European Construction Equipment (CECE) recently met the experts at Volvo CE to discuss how technology and environmental change are shaping the future of the industry. The visit to Sweden this month of the Committee for European Construction Equipment (CECE), the recognized organization representing and promoting European construction equipment and related industries, coordinating the views of National Associations and their members, was headed up by the association’s Secretary General Riccardo Viaggi. It formed part of a Europe-wide tour to meet national member associations and companies and discuss future technology changes, market conditions, pending regulatory issues and the current pressing concerns facing the construction equipment industry. The innovation behind Volvo CE’s Construction Climate Challenge provided one of the most influential lessons that CECE aims to take forward from the trip. Mr Viaggi said: “An interesting element of the talks was the Construction Climate Challenge (CCC), where environmental and social

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responsibility is used to positively influence and leverage change in the whole construction value chain – an approach that CECE wants to follow in the Brussels arena, as recently proposed and endorsed at the CECE Summit in October.” The events on 16 and 17 November were hosted by Lars Göran Andersson, CECE VP and SACE (Swedish Association for Construction Equipment) Chairman, and included expert presentations on technical policy and the future of electrification and autonomous machinery, at both Eskilstuna and the SACE offices in Stockholm. Speakers from Volvo CE included Pelle Bokedal VP Strategy, Architecture & Systems and representative for the CECE group on technical policy, Stefan Nilsson, Global Director Laws & Regulations at Volvo CE, Carl Slotte, President of Sales Region EMEA, and Chief Project Manager for

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NEWS & REPORTS The Committee for European Construction Equipment (CECE) recently met the experts at Volvo CE to discuss how technology and environmental change are shaping the future of the industry. (Photo: Volvo Construction Equipment)

Advanced Engineering Uwe Müller. Visitors were also treated to tours of the Technology Center, the Bolinder Munktell Museum and the opportunity to test-drive some of the company’s state-of-the-art machinery. A key element of CECE’s work is implementing a clear strategy and policy framework to help manufacturers thrive and take a coordinated approach to the environment, safety, market fluctuations and the industry’s wider contribution to society. The European network created by the association and its member organizations help to drive that industry forward.

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VOLVO CE PRESENTS THE SECOND EPISODE OF ‚THE MEGAPROJECT LISTING‘: MOVING THE CITY OF KIRUNA

The latest episode of ‘The Megaproject Listing’ takes viewers to the northernmost city in Sweden, Kiruna. (Photo: Volvo Construction Equipment)

The latest episode of ‘The Megaproject Listing’ takes viewers to the northernmost city in Sweden, Kiruna – where the city is on the move. Kiruna is relocating three kilometers east to ensure it does not collapse into the expanding mine it grew up around. ‘Moving a City’ tells the story of Kiruna’s historic move and its challenges. Sweden’s northernmost city was founded more than 100 years ago because of the rich iron ore deposits in the ground. Today, mining is the main source of income for the city. In fact, the iron ore mine is so important that Kiruna is moving the whole city center to allow mining activities to continue and expand. Around 6,000 people will need to move over the course of the next 20 years. Also, some 3,000 homes will be demolished and rebuilt or relocated in the move that is estimated to cost a total of €1.3 billion.

megaprojects is all about: to build the world we want to live in,” says Tiffany Cheng at Volvo CE. The Kiruna episode follows the first installment of The Megaproject Listing, which presented the important re-building of the Interstate-4 highway in Florida. The megaprojects in Volvo CE’s series are also key features of the newly re-launched Spirit Magazine in print, online and on social media. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT:

Kiruna is facing a significant challenge, the move is also an opportunity – to create a new, modern and sustainable city for the community.

Volvo Construction Equipment Tiffany Cheng Director, External Communications E-mail: tiffany.cheng@volvo.com

“In this film we follow the relocation project and how Volvo machines are working on the new city center, preparing it for new apartments and stores. This episode showcases what the vision of Volvo CE and these

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ONLY AMBITIOUS CARBON REDUCTION GOALS WILL EFFECT CHANGE, SAY EXPERTS AT CONSTRUCTION CLIMATE CHALLENGE CONFERENCE

An audience of contractors, clients, academics and sustainability professionals gather at the London Construction Climate Challenge, hosted by Volvo Construction. (Photo: Volvo Construction Equipment)

Industry heavyweights warned guests at a London Construction Climate Challenge conference this week, hosted by Volvo Construction Equipment, that only big targets will trigger the innovation needed to make a meaningful difference in cutting carbon in infrastructure and construction projects. An audience of contractors, clients, academics and sustainability professionals were told how setting brave targets and involving the entire supply chain is necessary to deliver the innovative processes, tools and behavioral changes needed to substantially reduce embedded and operational carbon in infrastructure projects. The event, held at the UK Government’s 1VS Conference Center in London’s Westminster, was a one-day summit to promote the UK’s new PAS (Publicly Available Specification) 2080 standard – the world’s first framework for reducing whole life carbon in infrastructure. Commissioned by the government’s Construction Leadership Council and the Green Construction Board, it offers guidance and consistency on how to employ material, energy and labor efficiencies to reduce both capital and operational carbon and costs. ‘Build nothing, build less, build clever, build efficiently’ Keynote speaker Chris Newsome, Director of Asset Management at Anglian Water and chairman of the Green Construction Board Infrastructure Working Group, was one of the first to lead his company through the implementation

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of PAS2080. He told the audience: “We started with a demand on ourselves and our suppliers to reduce carbon. We had a belief that 80% of our schemes, or more, would be low carbon and low cost. We made a commitment as a collective and there is no U-turn on this one.” One of Anglian Water’s actions was to use recyclable plastic as an alternative to reinforced concrete, a material that used to contribute 80% of their embodied carbon. In one project they worked on reversing the water flow in existing pipelines, instead of building new pipelines, which cut out 16,000 tonnes of carbon and saved £32 million. It is hoped that the cost-saving impetus behind PAS2080 will act as a blueprint for implementing the standard on a more global level. Terri Wills, CEO of World Green Building Council, says: “Standards like these are so important right now as they set a definition and trajectory for us to work towards. Spurring leaders to adopt PAS2080 will filter down through the rest of the industry and the supply chain and force a positive collaboration. Forty percent of our global greenhouse gases are from the construction and building

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sectors so our focus needs to be on decarbonizing our sites by 2050.” She adds that in places like China, where the equivalent of Rome is built every three weeks, it’s more important than ever that cities, developers, and suppliers all work together with a common goal.

‘Big projects have to show leadership’ The UK scheme has inspired high profile infrastructure projects to unlock innovation and drive forward a real culture shift in a bid to reduce carbon. The experts behind the building of HS2, the new high-speed rail network linking Britain’s major cities which is currently Europe’s largest infrastructure project, say they have an obligation to reduce their carbon impact and are insisting that all their Tier 1 contractors are PAS2080 accredited within 12 months of contract award. Mark Fenton, Climate Change

Specialist for the project says: “A lot of carbon is stuck in small projects like house extensions but it is the bigger projects that have to lead and influence the rest of the industry.” The Volvo Group is also paving the way for a lower carbon future. Fully electric buses, with zero tailpipe emissions, are now operating in a number of European cities including Hamburg, Luxembourg and Gothenburg and were showcased alongside other innovations, such as the world’s first all-electric compact excavator prototype, at The Volvo Group Innovation Summit held in London and Brussels earlier this year and in Beijing this week. Adrian Felton, City Mobility Manager for Volvo Bus, told the conference: “When we start to link infrastructure to efficient vehicles we can implement real environmental change.”

The CCC Seminar in London was chaired by Dr. Paul Toyne, a sustainable construction expert and London Sustainable Development Commissioner (Photo: Volvo Construction Equipment)

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NICOL OF SKENE GETS A LIFT WITH A SECOND VOLVO FH16-750 TRACTOR UNIT

STABLISHED VOLVO TRUCKS CUSTOMER, NICOL OF SKENE HAS ADDED A SECOND FLAGSHIP VOLVO FH16-750 TRACTOR UNIT TO ITS OPERATION. THE NEW ARRIVAL JOINS A FLEET THAT INCLUDES A NUMBER OF HIGH SPECIFICATION VOLVO TRUCKS. Supplied by Richard Cochrane, Transport Solutions Executive at Volvo Truck and Bus Centre North and Scotland‘s Aberdeen Dealerpoint, the FH16-750 6x4 tractor unit was specified with an I-Shift Crawler automated gearbox and Volvo‘s Tandem Axle Lift.

NICOL OF SKENE GETS A LIFT WITH A SECOND VOLVO FH16750 TRACTOR UNIT (Photo: Volvo Trucks)

Volvo‘s I-Shift Crawler gearboxes give a choice of one or two crawler gears, plus the additional option of extra reverse gears. The Tandem Axle Lift is ideal if a truck is driven heavily loaded in one direction and empty in the other, as by disengaging and raising the axle when not required, a four per cent reduction in fuel consumption can be achieved. Nicol of Skene also opted for Volvo‘s Globetrotter cab, which features the company‘s unique silver, blue and red livery with the cab sides dominated by a large stylised thistle design.

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NEWS & REPORTS This logo has been used since company founder; Derek Nicol bought his first construction machine after leaving school. Volvo‘s construction equipment and truck ranges have played a key role in Derek‘s business progress since. Alcoa Dura-Bright alloy wheels and extra driving lights provide the finishing touches for the latest FH16-750, which will be deployed on low loader and tipping trailer operations. Volvo‘s strong fleet presence within the Nicol of Skene operation includes tractor units and rigid chassis that are complemented by three unusual FMX500 6x6 models. The trio are used to assist with specialist directional drilling operations. „Our association with Volvo trucks stretches back to the FL7 and FL10 ranges and further still on the construction side. The latter business invited me to Korea a few years ago, to help design a five-tonne machine. Volvo trucks build a good, robust all round product and I find its Aberdeen Dealerpoint a very approachable business,“ reports Derek Nicol, Chief Executive, Nicol of Skene.

NICOL OF SKENE GETS A LIFT WITH A SECOND VOLVO FH16750 TRACTOR UNIT (Photo: Volvo Trucks)

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Volvo Trucks Volvo Trucks provides complete transport solutions for professional and demanding customers, offering a full range of medium to heavy duty trucks. Customer support is secured via a global network of 2,000 dealers and workshops in more than 120 countries. Volvo trucks are assembled in 15 countries across the globe. In 2016, more than 102,800 Volvo trucks were delivered worldwide. Volvo Trucks is part of Volvo Group, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses and construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides solutions for financing and service. Volvo’s work is based on the core values of quality, safety and environmental care. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Volvo Trucks Nigel Hanwell, Press Officer Tel: +44 (0) 1926 414210 Mobile: +44 (0) 7831 817083 Fax: +44 (0) 1926 414386 E-mail : nigel.hanwell@volvo.com

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DENNISON COMMERCIALS CELEBRATES SUCCESS BY WINNING PRESTIGIOUS UK AWARD

Leading Volvo Truck & Bus dealer, Dennison Commercials, has been recognised UKwide at the prestigious 2017 Commercial Motor Awards, which were held in Birmingham. (Photo: Volvo Trucks)

EADING VOLVO TRUCK & BUS DEALER, DENNISON COMMERCIALS, HAS BEEN LWHICH RECOGNISED UKWIDE AT THE PRESTIGIOUS 2017 COMMERCIAL MOTOR AWARDS, WERE HELD IN BIRMINGHAM EARLIER THIS MONTH.’ The Northern Irish business was a finalist for two separate awards at the transport industry awards ceremony and went on to win the much-respected ‘Franchised Dealer of the Year Award.‘ The Commercial Motor Awards recognised Dennisons Commercials as a company that stood out for its investment in people, sales performance and aftersales support and service. Dennison Commercials was the only company from Northern Ireland to be represented in the winner‘s line-up on the evening. Established in 1969, the company is now fast approaching its 50th year and still owned by the Dennison family, the Company now employs more than 200 staff over five sites in Ballyclare, Newry, Coleraine and Dungannon. John Jenkins, Managing Director of Dennison Commercials commented on the success, „We are truly overwhelmed to have been recognised as Franchised Dealer of the Year for the UK. This award pays testament to our dedicated staff, without them, this would not have been possible.“

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„There was particularly stiff competition for us in achieving this award, as we were up against alternative franchise dealers, and our fellow Volvo dealer Thomas Hardie Commercials. We work closely with Hardies, and all other Volvo Truck dealers to deliver the best level of customer service possible across the country, we are a tight team with an extensive UK / Ireland network. Finally and importantly, we recognise our customers, without their loyal support and continued business, we wouldn‘t even be on the map,“ added John. Dennison Commercials has an extended range of complementary products and services to present itself as a ‘one stop shop‘ for customers. Dennison Commercials services include new and used commercial vehicle sales and commercial truck rentals. Dennison Commercials also boast comprehensive aftersales services including, four fully-equipped workshops, a specialist Bodyshop, parts counters at every depot and specialist staff dedicated to giving customers the best service possible

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VOLVO TRUCKS WORK IN TANDEM WITH PICKERING TRANSPORT

Loyal Volvo customer, Pickering Transport of Holme-on-Spalding-Moor, Yorkshire has added a second 80-tonne Volvo FH-540 6x4 tractor unit to its fleet. (Photo: Volvo Trucks)

VOLVO CUSTOMER, PICKERING TRANSPORT OF HOLME-ON-SPALDING-MOOR, LITSOYAL YORKSHIRE HAS ADDED A SECOND 80-TONNE VOLVO FH-540 6X4 TRACTOR UNIT TO FLEET. Supplied by Pete Atkinson, Transport Solutions Executive at Crossroads Truck & Bus Ltd, Hull, the latest arrival carries an identical specification to a previous Volvo FH 6x4 tractor unit, which entered service 12 months ago. That truck was equipped with Volvo‘s I-Shift with Crawler Gears transmission and Tandem Axle Lift, in addition to a Globetrotter cab and D13K engine rated at 540hp. „Volvo‘s Tandem Axle Lift is ideal for a business like ours that regularly mixes heavy haulage operations with more mainstream road transport work. The Tandem Axle Lift copes easily with both disciplines,“ reports Richard Pickering, founder and owner of Pickering Transport. Richard ordered his first Volvo FH, equipped with Tandem Axle Lift and an I-Shift with Crawler Gears transmission, unseen. „Volvo took a group of customers including myself, on a trip to Sweden where we had a chance to drive and inspect both systems. As a former vehicle technician, I saw

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NEWS & REPORTS the benefits of Tandem Axle Lift immediately and literally placed an order on the plane home.“ Increased fuel efficiency, better traction and a tighter turning radius are all key features of Tandem Axle Lift. The system lets a driver disengage and raise one of the driving axles, giving the traction and load capacity of a four-wheel drive, with the driveability and efficiency of a two-wheel drive. Pickering Transport‘s new Volvo FH-540 was also specified with alloy wheels, chassis side skirts and a leather interior. SB Components, Wisbech, fitted a heavy-duty fifth wheel and its surrounding chassis infills. Pickering Transport was founded in 1996 and its first Volvo truck - an FL6 18-tonner arrived soon afterwards. Nowadays the seven strong fleet consists entirely of Volvo tractor units and mixes some Classic FH models with the latest FH4 range. „I like the Volvo product and know it well. The service received from Crossroads Truck and Bus in Hull when I operated just one truck was exceptional and that effective working partnership continues to this day. There‘s nothing else except Volvo in our yard,“

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Loyal Volvo customer, Pickering Transport of Holme-on-Spalding-Moor, Yorkshire has added a second 80-tonne Volvo FH-540 6x4 tractor unit to its fleet. (Photo: Volvo Trucks)

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TRUCK AND BUS WALES AND WEST SUPPORT SAFETY DAYS

Volvo trucks dealership, Truck and Bus Wales and West recently supported two Regional Safety Days organised by Hills Quarry Products Ltd. (Photo: Volvo Trucks)

OLVO TRUCKS DEALERSHIP, TRUCK AND BUS WALES AND WEST RECENTLY SUPPORTED TWO REGIONAL SAFETY DAYS ORGANISED BY HILLS QUARRY PRODUCTS LTD. THE SOUTH WEST-BASED EVENT TOOK PLACE AT CALNE, WILTSHIRE ON WEDNESDAY 20TH AND THURSDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER WHEN TRUCK AND BUS WALES AND WEST SUPPLIED TWO VOLVO 8X4 RIGID VEHICLES FOR SITESPECIFIC DEMONSTRATIONS. Long established Volvo customers, Hills Quarry Products remain at the forefront of cycle awareness, placing safety at the top of its transport agenda. The company recognises there are synergies between both brands in terms of safety being at the core of day to day operations, a fundamental reason why Volvo has a significant presence within the Swindon-based fleet. Increasingly, Volvo is developing active safety programmes that add clear value over previous systems.

to 13 years, attended from local schools. After a general safety introduction, groups of children participated in six separate 25minute slots that included a ‘See and Be Seen‘ presentation from Volvo Trucks.

The first South West Regional Safety Day was aimed at quarry supervisors, foremen and drivers, when ten separate displays were available for the 120 attendees to visit throughout the day. The two Volvo trucks were used for Vulnerable Road User and Driver Awareness presentations. The second day focused on Cycle Safety Awareness and around 130 children, with ages ranging from 8 Volvo trucks dealership, Truck and Bus Wales and West recently supported two Regional Safety Days. (Photo: Volvo Trucks)

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POWERFUL NEW FILM FROM VOLVO TRUCKS SHOWCASES THE BRAND’S CHARACTER AND THE START OF THE VOLVO OCEAN RACE

This year Volvo Trucks’ involvement in the Volvo Ocean Race has been reaffirmed by the creation of a spectacular short film and the launch of an exciting photographic competition to mark the start of the 14th running of this iconic race. (Photo: Volvo Trucks)

YEAR VOLVO TRUCKS’ INVOLVEMENT IN THE VOLVO OCEAN RACE HAS BEEN TOF HIS REAFFIRMED BY THE CREATION OF A SPECTACULAR SHORT FILM AND THE LAUNCH AN EXCITING PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPETITION TO MARK THE START OF THE 14TH RUNNING OF THIS ICONIC RACE.

In a dramatic video - entitled ‘The Surge‘ - a flagship Volvo FH16 rises from the depths of the sea off Sweden‘s west coast archipelago - the home of Volvo Trucks - to celebrate the powerful Volvo FH-series and demonstrate the brand‘s commitment to meet all challenges. In many ways, this film reflects Volvo Truck‘s brand character and desire to meet all challenges, as well as ensuring it remains at the leading edge of sustainable transport solutions, connectivity and autonomous driving. The occasion also marks the world premiere of a new range of reduced emission Volvo Euro 6-compliant heavyduty trucks that run on liquefied natural gas (LNG) or biogas. The new LNG models have the same performance, driveability and fuel consumption as Volvo‘s traditional diesel-powered trucks, but they deliver 20-100 per cent lower COemissions when compared to diesel engines.

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An example of a new Volvo FH LNG will be on show for the first time at the Volvo Ocean Race pavilion in Alicante, Spain for the start of the race on 22nd October 2017. Lars Mårtensson, Director Environment and Innovation at Volvo Trucks says, „With these new trucks we can offer an alternative with low climate impact that also meets high demands on performance, fuel efficiency and operating range. This is a combination that our customers in regional and long haulage require.“ In the film, the power of the brand and the company‘s Scandinavian heritage are unquestionably evident. Charles Engelaar, Director Marketing Communications Volvo Trucks Europe offers some insights into this, when he says, „With this film we want to make the world aware that Volvo Trucks with their Scandinavian roots is ready to

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find solutions to the problems that society faces, such as congestion, pollution and road safety. The film shows who we really are. We have a track record of almost 90 years of innovation and a history of helping our customers run successful businesses. At the same time, our products and services have contributed to a more prosperous society.“

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SOLUTRANS INNOVATION AWARDS: URBAN LAB 2 RECEIVES THE LOW EMISSION DRIVELINE AWARD

Renault Trucks was presented with the „Low Emissions Drivetrain Award“ for its laboratory distribution vehicle, Urban Lab 2. (Photo: Renault Trucks)

ENAULT TRUCKS HAS WON THE “LOW EMISSIONS DRIVELINE AWARD” FOR ITS LABORATORY DISTRIBUTION VEHICLE, URBAN LAB 2. THIS PRIZE, AWARDED BY THE LUTB TRANSPORT & MOBILITY SYSTEMS CLUSTER AND THE PFA AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY AND MOBILITIES, AS PART OF THE SOLUTRANS INNOVATION AWARDS, WAS PRESENTED TO THE MANUFACTURER AT THE LYON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY ON 21 NOVEMBER 2017. On Tuesday, 21 November 2017, at the Lyon Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Renault Trucks was presented with the „Low Emissions Drivetrain Award“ for its laboratory distribution vehicle, Urban Lab 2. This prize, awarded as part of the Solutrans Innovation Awards 2017, is organised by the LUTB Transport & Mobility Systems cluster and the PFA Automotive Industry and Mobilities and recognises a significant breakthrough or innovation in the powertrain of transport vehicles. Receiving this award, François Savoye, Energy Efficiency Strategy Director at Renault Trucks, reminded those assembled that the diamond-badged manufacturer focused most of its Research & Development efforts on reducing emissions. “Diesel now provides an effective response to the needs of the road freight transport sector. Urban Lab 2 demonstrates the untapped potential that still exists, particularly with hybridisation.”

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NEWS & REPORTS In addition to engine hybridisation, Urban Lab 2 combines innovative technologies associated with aerodynamics, tyre performance and vehicle-to-infrastructure communication with the aim of reducing fuel consumption by 13%.

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The Urban Lab 2 laboratory vehicle is the result of the EDIT (Efficient Distribution Truck) collaborative project, financed by the Single Inter-Ministry Fund, Auvergne Rhône-Alpes Region, Métropole de Lyon, Ain Department Council and the FEDER. Designed based on a 19-tonne Renault Trucks D WIDE Euro 6 diesel, Urban Lab 2 targets the urban and regional distribution sector and its on-board technologies have been developed in conjunction with six partners: Valeo, Lamberet, Michelin, BeNomad, INSA Lyon (LamCoS) and IFSTTAR (LICIT).

Renault Trucks offers commercial vehicle users a large choice of innovative services and vehicles (from 2.8 to 120 T) adapted to a wide range of transport activities: distribution, construction, heavy construction, long distance. Renault Trucks vehicles are sturdy and reliable with low fuel consumption that enables them to deliver greater productivity and control operating costs.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Renault Trucks 99, route de Lyon 69806 Saint Priest Cedex – France

Building on the legacy of more than a century of innovative French truck know-how, Renault Trucks supplies transport professionals with tools they need to more efficiently conduct their business.

Active in over 100 countries, Renault Trucks builds and maintains close relationships with customers and drivers via a dealership network comprising over 1,400 service outlets. The design and assembly of Renault Trucks vehicles, as well as the production of most components, is carried out in France. Renault Trucks is part of the Volvo Group, one of the world’s leading truck manufacturers.

Nicole Bratrich Tel. +49 (0)89 800 74 257 nicole.bratrich@renault-trucks.com www.renault-trucks.com Urban Lab 2 receives the Low Emission Driveline Award (Photo: Renault Trucks)

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FACTORY 4.0: RENAULT TRUCKS AND IMMERSION TO EXPERIMENT WITH MIXED REALITY TO CONTROL ENGINE QUALITY

Renault Trucks and Immersion to experiment with mixed reality to control engine quality. (Photo: Renault Trucks)

ORKING WITH IMMERSION, THE EUROPEAN LEADER IN VIRTUAL REALITY AND W AUGMENTED REALITY, RENAULT TRUCKS WILL BE STARTING THE FIRST PHASE OF TESTING A NEW, FASTER AND MORE RELIABLE QUALITY CONTROL PROCESS USING MIXED REALITY IN JANUARY 2018 AT ITS LYON ENGINE SITE. The French manufacturer Renault Trucks is studying the potential benefits of augmented reality, and more specifically mixed reality, for production processes. A multi-disciplinary team of 20 employees, created in a similar fashion to a start-up and benefiting from an internal incubator, has designed a prototype with Immersion for using mixed reality to control engine quality.

From augmented reality to mixed reality Unlike augmented reality, which displays information on top of reality, both laid flat and on screens, mixed reality can add virtual objects into a real environment in the form of holograms, with which users can interact. This is the technology that Renault Tracks is experimenting for quality control at the Lyon site manufacturing engines.

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As Renault Trucks has been using Virtual Reality for a number of years, it is convinced it can go further in its use of this technology to improve processes. Renault Trucks experts have identified the technical issues and uses for which Mixed Reality is suited. To put its research and analysis into practice, the manufacturer called on Immersion, which then provided support during the creation of the mixed reality application; from the initial reflection phase to co-designing the experiment and then designing the prototype. „In practice, quality control operators will wear Microsoft HoloLens smartglasses in which all the digitalised engine parts will be integrated‘, explained Bertrand Félix, the Renault Trucks engineer behind this project. „Via the glasses and Mixed Reality interface, operators will see decision-making instructions that will guide them through the most complex control operations. At the moment, operators working on control points are still using paper instructions.“

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Merging the virtual with reality Each of the engine parts, which are digitalised and superimposed over the actual engine, can be viewed separately, guiding operators towards specific parts of the engine and validating quality process stages one-by-one. Keeping their hands free, operators can also be sent additional decision-making information, such as plans and verification and assembly instructions. Last but not least, this technology contains numerous embedded sensors enabling users to move around the engine. Use of this new technology requires specific support. As it provides 360° support and focuses on „use“ rather than Renault Trucks and Immersion to experiment with mixed reality to control engine quality. (Photo: Renault Trucks)

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Renault Trucks and Immersion to experiment with mixed reality to control engine quality. (Photo: Renault Trucks)

just „technology“, Renault Trucks consulted Immersion, one of the leading French members of Microsoft‘s Mixed Reality Partner Program. Its mission also involves rolling out use of the Microsoft HoloLens among industrial manufacturers. „In addition to the expertise we have been acquiring in virtual reality since 1994, our added value lies in our multi-disciplinary team that really understands needs and uses in order to offer our customers a global experience“, explained Jean-Baptiste de la Rivière, R&D and Innovation Director at Immersion. „With Renault Trucks, we have designed and developed a tool that is perfectly suited to the requirements of the factory, which can be integrated into the manufacturer‘s industrial processes.“ The result has

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A practical step towards 4.0 industry

Renault Trucks Building on the legacy of more than a century of innovative French truck know-how, Renault Trucks supplies transport professionals with tools they need to more efficiently conduct their business.

Renault Trucks sees considerable advantages in this technology, as use of mixed reality both reduces and improves quality control operations. It also reduces the cognitive load of operators and accelerates their training. Other applications may be envisaged in a second stage, such as assistance with assembly or repair.

Renault Trucks has set itself the challenge of developing a paper-free, digitalised manufacturing process. This is why the prototype designed with Immersion is already in test phase in the Lyon engine site, with a view to industrialisation in 2019-2020.

Renault Trucks 99, route de Lyon 69806 Saint Priest Cedex – France Nicole Bratrich Tel. +49 (0)89 800 74 257 nicole.bratrich@renault-trucks.com www.renault-trucks.com

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Renault Trucks is part of the Volvo Group, one of the world’s leading truck manufacturers.

Renault Trucks and Immersion to experiment with mixed reality to control engine quality. (Photo: Renault Trucks)

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CONTITECH: 24/7 SMART SERVICE FOR THE TOUGHEST MINING CONDITIONS ContiTech

• CONTITECH IS TAKING AN UNUSUAL SERVICE APPROACH IN THE WORLD’S LARGEST UNDERGROUND IRON ORE MINE IN KIRUNA, SWEDEN

Everywhere where top quality and reliability are important, where service and smart solutions are required, ContiTech is there. (Photo: Frederic Alm)

HANOVER, 2017. KIRUNA IS SITUATED NORTH OF THE ARCTIC CIRCLE AND IS ROUGHLY A 15-HOUR TRAIN RIDE AWAY FROM STOCKHOLM. IT IS SWEDEN’S NORTHERNMOST TOWN AND AROSE AS A SETTLEMENT FOR THE MINE OF THE SAME NAME. HERE, IN THE WORLD’S LARGEST UNDERGROUND IRON ORE MINE, FOR AROUND 120 YEARS GOVERNMENTOWNED MINING COMPANY LKAB (LUOSSAVAARA-KIIRUNAVAARA AKTIEBOLAG) HAS BEEN EXTRACTING SOME 27 MILLION METRIC TONS A YEAR OF THE SOUGHT-AFTER RAW MATERIAL. THE GUARDIAN ONCE REPORTED THAT THIS AMOUNT COULD BE USED TO BUILD SIX EIFFEL TOWERS A DAY1. AND MOST CONSTRUCTORS IN EUROPE USING IRON ORE OPT FOR THE SUPERIOR-QUALITY KIRUNA MAGNETITE, WHICH HAS AN IRON CONTENT OF 60 TO 70 PERCENT. BUT LKAB ALSO EXPORTS THE MATERIAL TO MARKETS ALL OVER THE WORLD. THE CRUDE ORE IN KIRUNA IS USED TO MANUFACTURE 15 MILLION METRIC TONS OF FINISHED PRODUCTS, AND THE MATERIAL IS MOSTLY SHIPPED IN THE FORM OF PELLETS. THE SWEDISH ORE RAILWAY IS USED TO TRANSPORT IT TO THE PORTS OF LULEÅ AND NARVIK IN NORWAY. AT THE LOADING STATION THE TRAINS TIP OUT THEIR FREIGHT, WHERE CONVEYOR BELTS EITHER TRANSPORT IT TO STOCKPILES OR DIRECTLY TO THE SHIPS Kiruna uses conveyor belts from ContiTech to ensure they keep the whole mining process running. Conveyor that the ore is conveyed from depths of up to 1,365 meters belts are used for anything that needs to be transported safely to its destination. The company also uses ContiTech quickly and continuously. In harsh working conditions, technology in Narvik as well as at LKAB’s third-largest site, they cope with huge height differences and consid-erable Gruvberget open-pit mine in the Svappavaara ore field. In distances. 1 a complex operating setting like a mine, conveyor are used Source: https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/architectureto supplement key equipment such as mills, furnaces or design-blog/2014/oct/22/kiruna-sweden-town-moved-east-iron-orepelletizing plants. Just like blood vessels in the human body, mine

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NEWS & REPORTS In Kiruna, there are around 350 individual conveyor systems making up a 21-kilometer-long con-veyor. This is the same distance as a half marathon – the difference being that this equipment runs around the clock. And that’s not the only ultimate sporting performance. These conveyor belts transport 90 million metric tons of material a year. If a belt breaks down as a result of damage, this can result in an extended period of downtime for the facility. By the same token, if the entire pro-duction chain collapses this can engender considerable sales losses for the operators.

Win-win situation for all contractual partners A special service agreement, which was signed between LKAB and the service provider Vertech AB in close collaboration with ContiTech, is helping to remedy this situation. It ensures that all the conveyor belts at the site are functional at all times. This requires the presence of experts at the site day and night, seven days a week, to rectify any damage as quickly as possible. “Our conveyor belts are extremely hard-wearing, but there are of course instances where a defective belt piece needs replacing. Which is why we stock the relevant replacement parts in Kiruna. Every belt type is available in any required length, width, fabric and strength class. The longest belt sections in stock are 600 meters long. It would take weeks for us to first produce the belt and then ship it to the far north,” explains Daniel Grimes from ContiTech. Vertech supplies the fitters, ContiTech supplies the replacement belts and LKAB pays in öre, which is one-hundredth the value of the krona, per metric ton transported. The balance is settled at the end of the year. The three contracting parties then share any profits or losses. In this way, the service agreement benefits all sides and acts as an incentive for failure-free operations.

Partnership based on trust It was ContiTech who engineered this unusual service agreement which requires exceptional trust-based, transparent and close cooperation between all parties involved. ContiTech conveyor belts have been in use at LKAB plants since the early 1990s. The first service agreement was concluded in 2001 and has proven to be a worthwhile undertaking to this day. For LKAB, the agreement provides additional advantages as it gives the company a much better overview of the costs. A budget was created as of the agreement start

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date. This factored in the value of the belts, the installation costs, the site labor costs and the stockholding costs. The calcu-lation also takes into account the theoretical average service life of the belts. If a belt fails prema-turely, absolute transparency is required. Has the belt simply worn out before its time or were the pellets too hot and not cooled down properly? In cases of system failure, the contract partners do all in their power to get to the root of the problem. Is there room for improvement on the maintenance front or is the damage to the belt all part and parcel of the usual stresses of operation? Sometimes there are discussions. But so far an agreement as always been reached. This requires a willingness to compromise, trust and the desire to find a solution. At the end of the day, the contract partners are all pursuing the same goal: smooth running of the belts. This is absolutely critical for cost efficiency. Accurate records are also kept. Once every six months, LKAB, ContiTech and Vertech go through all the data and review performance. Where do we stand? Where could we improve training for the service technicians further? How do we fare on issues such as industrial safety and environmental protection? The contracting parties discuss these and many more issues as a team.

Fire safety: a must underground Industrial safety is essential when it comes to mining. This was one more reason why LKAB opted for ContiTech conveyor belts. ContiTech supplies belts made of self-extinguishing material. This is absolutely critical underground because pit fires have always been one of the biggest risks for miners. Burning conveyor belts could result in a fire with devastating consequences. But this will not happen in Kiruna. In the event of a fire, the ContiTech belts are self-extinguishing, which means that the flames are unable to spread along the whole length of the conveyor belt. Mine operators who use ContiTech solutions get much more than just a conveyor belt that is spe-cially designed to meet their needs: “We provide our customers with everything from one source – from technical advice, extensive planning and engineer-driven development all the way through to manufacturing and delivery of conveyor belts and components. Installation, commissioning, maintenance and monitoring of the belt round off the whole package. This is all perfectly coordi-nated to achieve the best possible operation and highest level of customer benefit,” emphasizes Grimes. With expert advice, round-the-clock support for emergencies and an extensive service offer that covers

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About LKAB Luossavaara-Kiirunavaara Aktiebolag (LKAB for short) is one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading manufacturers of highly enriched iron ore and other mining products and services. It is headquartered in LuleĂĽ, Sweden. LKAB, which is wholly owned by the Swedish government, extracts and processes the unique iron ore from Norrbotten and supplies it to the global steel market. The portfolio of the cor-poration, which generated annual sales of around SEK 16 billion in 2016, includes industrial min-erals, drilling systems, rail transport, stonemasonry and engineering work, and real estate man-agement. LKAB has more than 4,200 employees in 13 countries.

About ContiTech ContiTech is a leading manufacturer and developer of innovative conveyor belt technology and part of the Continental technology company. As a provider of complete solutions with worldwide locations that are close to its customers, the company ensures comprehensive support for convey-or belts and systems in the mining industry, in the mechanical and plant engineering sectors as well as in many other industries.

Contact: ContiTech AG Antje Lewe Spokeswoman Head of Media & Public Relations Phone: +49 511 938-1304 E-Mail: antje.lewe@contitech.de www.contitech.de

Inside the ship loaders, conveyor belts transport bulk cargo from land to ship. (Photo: Frederic Alm)

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CONTINENTAL ACQUIRED SOUTH AFRICAN TECH COMPANY TO FURTHER DEVELOP ITS SERVICES FOR THE CONVEYOR INDUSTRY • STRENGTHEN SENSOR EXPERTISE FOR PERMANENT AND PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE COMPETENCE • BASIC FOUNDATION FOR OFFERING NEW SERVICES TO CURRENT AND NEW CUSTOMERS • HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE KNOWHOW FOR EARLY DETECTING DAMAGES IN CONVEYOR BELTS • DEDICATED AND EXPERIENCED TEAM TO BE WELCOMED IN THE GROUP

HANOVER, 2017. THE TECHNOLOGY COMPANY CONTINENTAL HAS RECENTLY ACQUIRED ADVANCED IMAGING TECHNOLOGIES (PTY) LTD., BASED IN PINETOWN, SOUTH AFRICA, WHICH IS KNOWN FOR ITS FUNDAMENTAL WORK FOR X-RAY AND MAGNETIC IMAGING-BASED SYSTEMS USED FOR EARLY DETECTING DAMAGES IN FABRIC AND STEEL CORD CONVEYOR BELTS. “WITH THIS ACQUISITION WE ADDED TECHNICAL SENSING KNOWLEDGE AND R&D COMPETENCE TO STRENGTHEN OUR COMPETENCE IN THE AREA OF PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE. AT THE SAME TIME IT IS A STRATEGIC CORNERSTONE TO ENLARGE OUR SERVICE CAPABILITIES IN INDUSTRIES SUCH AS MINING,” STATED HANS-JÜRGEN DUENSING, WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE CONTITECH DIVISION ON THE CONTINENTAL EXECUTIVE BOARD. ADVANCED IMAGING TECHNOLOGIES (PTY) LTD WAS FOUNDED IN 2004 TO PROVIDE SCIENTIFIC CONSULTING SERVICES TO SOUTH AFRICAN INDUSTRY AND COMMERCE, BOTH IN THE PRIVATE AND PUBLIC SECTORS. THE COMPANY HAS SPECIALIZED IN DEVELOPING INNOVATIVE AND COST-EFFECTIVE SOLUTIONS TO SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNICAL CHALLENGES EXPERIENCED BY LARGE AND SMALL-SCALE INDUSTRY AND COMMERCE. IT WAS AGREED THAT THE PURCHASE PRICE WOULD NOT BE DISCLOSED. Conveyor belts keep the globalized cycle of mining and industry moving. “If a belt system experiences an extended downtime, the entire production chain often collapses, intensive maintenance and often repair work is required. Monitoring systems help our customers to detect damages early and thereby reduce downtimes and save maintenance costs,” explained Hannes Friederichsen, head of the business unit Conveyor Belt Group. Advanced Imaging Technologies (Pty) Ltd. offers a wide variety of scientific and technical skills and expertise in the areas of image and signal processing, hardware and software development, advanced data analysis, x-ray imaging,

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embedded systems and system integration. “From the data obtained by the monitoring systems, our customers can benefit from innovative service offers,” said Friederichsen and added: “In the last years, Dr. Michael J. Alport and his dedicated and experienced seven-employee strong team did an excellent job. We are very pleased to welcome them to our family.”

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NEWS & REPORTS Predictive Maintenance: Avoiding Downtime and security around the clock Up until now, technicians have had to inspect an individual conveyor belt while it is stationary or running at a reduced operating speed. The advantage of permanently installed monitoring systems is that damages to conveyor belts can be detected early, whilst the system is running, and hence be repaired in good time. This leads to operators benefitting from less time consuming and less expensive downtimes. The technology developed by Advanced Imaging Technologies for international bulk-handling market uses innovative magnetic sensing technology which has been validated by extensive x-ray imaging measurements. It provides continuous online condition monitoring of steel cord-reinforced conveyor belting and reduces the risk of belt failure by providing data that is used for timely planned maintenance, thus reducing costly downtime. This technology provides a high resolution, easy-tointerpret, magnetic image of damaged or broken steel cords for the verification of potential alarm conditions. At the same time, it gives operators real-time web interactive access to review the damage locations and their severity. In addition, the splice integrity and damage severity can be monitored over time so enabling a comparison with the historical data.

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Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transport. In 2016, Continental generated sales of €40.5 billion and currently employs more than 230,000 people in 56 countries. As a division in the Continental Corporation, ContiTech is one of the world‘s leading industrial specialists. Its customers can be found in key industries such as machine and plant engineering, mining, the agricultural industry, and the automotive industry. With around 46,000 employees in 44 countries, the company uses its development and material expertise for products and systems made of rubber, polyamide, metal, textile, and electronic components to combine these with individual services. ContiTech also offers functional and design-oriented living solutions and is always searching for customer-friendly and environmentally-friendly answers – going well and truly beyond its roots as a producer of rubber products. With sales of approximately €5.5 billion (2016), this international technology partner is active with core branches in Europe, Asia, North and South America.

The technology company Continental has recently acquired Advanced Imaging Technologies (PTY) Ltd., based in Pinetown, South Africa, which is known for its fundamental work for x-ray and magnetic imaging-based systems used for early detecting damages in fabric and steel cord conveyor belts. “With this acquisition we added technical sensing knowledge and R&D competence to strengthen our competence in the area of predictive maintenance. (Photo: ContiTech)

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NEWS & REPORTS ContiTech

CONTINENTAL INCREASES FOCUS ON AUTOMATED AND AUTONOMOUS DRIVING IN THE AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRY • FROM 2025, AUTONOMOUS, CONNECTED AND FULLY AUTOMATED AGRICULTURAL VEHICLES WILL BE A COMMON SIGHT ON FARM FIELDS • DUENSING: “THE FARM OF TOMORROW WILL RESEMBLE AN ULTRA-MODERN TECHNOLOGY CENTER.” • INTELLIGENT, PRECISION FARMING OFFERS GROWTH POTENTIAL • KNOWHOW TRANSFER BETWEEN THE AUTOMOTIVE AND AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRIES

HANOVER, 2017. THE TECHNOLOGY COMPANY CONTINENTAL IS INTENSIFYING ITS ACTIVITIES IN THE FIELD OF AUTOMATED AND AUTONOMOUS DRIVING IN THE AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRY. FROM 2025, AUTONOMOUS, FULLY AUTOMATED AND FULLY CONNECTED AGRICULTURAL VEHICLES WILL BE AN INCREASINGLY COMMON SIGHT ON FARM FIELDS. “THE FARMER OF THE FUTURE WILL NO LONGER HAVE TO SPEND FIFTEEN HOURS A DAY OUT ON THE FIELDS DURING THE HARVESTING SEASON; INSTEAD, THEY WILL BE ABLE TO CONTROL AND MONITOR THE ENTIRE HARVESTING PROCESS CENTRALLY FROM A LOCATION OF THEIR CHOICE. THE FARM OF TOMORROW WILL RESEMBLE AN ULTRA-MODERN TECHNOLOGY CENTER,” EXPLAINS HANS-JÜRGEN DUENSING – WHO, AS A MEMBER OF CONTINENTAL’S EXECUTIVE BOARD, IS RESPONSIBLE FOR VARIOUS SEGMENTS INCLUDING OFF-HIGHWAY – IN THE RUN-UP TO AGRITECHNICA, THE WORLD’S BIGGEST TRADE FAIR FOR AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY. It is estimated that, by 2025, the world’s population will have grown to around eight billion, with this figure reaching the ten-billion mark before this century is out. “We want to do our bit to ensure that the food destined to feed the world’s population is grown sustainably and harvested efficiently. Greater connectivity, greater automation and greater digitalization in the agricultural industry are absolutely essential,” says Duensing, explaining the company’s motivation, adding: “The data that is generated will therefore become the most important seeds for the future and indispensable when it comes to refining and enhancing precision farming.”

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The future strategic competitive advantage lies not only in the hardware, but also in the data analysis algorithms. Looking to the medium term, the data captured will allow Continental to offer additional services. This will help to ensure stable crop yields and protect the environment. The autonomous and automated driving of agricultural vehicles goes hand in hand here with across-the-board process automation, offering farmers real added value: Instead of driving the vehicles, the farmer of the future will take on a monitoring role, which will free up more time for planning and coordinating their farming tasks.

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NEWS & REPORTS Agriculture as a growth industry Activities relating to the intelligent and targeted management of agricultural areas are set to increase further over the coming years – and autonomous agricultural machinery is a key component here. External studies have shown that the market for “precision farming” – including the corresponding hardware and software – will grow by around 12 percent to approximately €4.5 billion by 2020. Due to their vast tracts of cultivable land and high technological standards, North America and Europe are set to be the fastest-growing markets.

Predictive maintenance reduces unplanned failures and boosts efficiency In the future, data relating to the properties and characteristics of farming land will be available at all times, thereby enabling high-precision, targeted sowing. Communication between different vehicles will also help to make agricultural operations more efficient. Advanced driver assistance systems and predictive maintenance concepts are already integral elements of the agricultural industry. Sensors, for example, measure the temperatures of different components and supply real-time information about their current condition, which helps to extend the service life of components and reduce unplanned failures. Cameras and radar systems give drivers all-round visibility and generate images of the surrounding area or of areas that are otherwise difficult to see. Screens provide an

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at-a-glance display of all the data available and relevant to drivers. In addition to harvesting efficiency, targeted monitoring also increases the safety of people and animals and helps to protect the environment. To achieve its goals in this sector, Continental is drawing on the technological expertise of its automotive engineers and systematically transferring this knowhow to the needs of its customers in the agricultural industry. In turn, experience from the agricultural industry is helping to support developments in the automotive industry, too. At this year’s Agritechnica, which will be held in Hanover from November 12 through 18, the technology company will be showcasing a range of selected innovations and highlights for Agriculture 4.0.

Contact: ContiTech AG Antje Lewe Press Spokesperson Head of External Communications Phone: +49 511 938 1304 E-Mail: antje.lewe@contitech.de www.contitech.de The intelligent and targeted management of agricultural areas is set to increase further over the coming years. From 2025, autonomous, fully automated and fully connected agricultural vehicles will be an increasingly common sight on farm fields. (Photo: Continental)

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NEWS & REPORTS ContiTech

CONTITECH DEVELOPS DURABLE RUBBER TIMING BELT WITH INNOVATIVE TENSION MEMBER TECHNOLOGY • HYBRID TENSION MEMBER MADE OF A GLASS CARBON COMPOUND ENABLES DEMANDING DRIVE SOLUTIONS • USABLE IN DRIVES SUBJECT TO HIGH TENSILE LOADS, ACCELERATION FORCES AND SHOCK LOADS • MAINTENANCE-FREE BELT REQUIRES NO LUBRICATION OR RETENSIONING

HANOVER, 2017. IT’S ONE OF THE STRONGEST RUBBER TIMING BELTS IN THE MARKET: THE SYNCHROFORCE CARBON IS TECHNOLOGY COMPANY CONTITECH’S NEW HEAVY-DUTY TIMING BELT WITH A HYBRID TENSION MEMBER MADE OF A GLASS CARBON COMPOUND, WHICH OFFERS A SIMILAR PERFORMANCE TO POLYURETHANE BELTS. DUE TO THE IMPRESSIVE PROPERTIES OF ITS RUBBER COMPOUND, IT SCORES EVEN FURTHER. “THE DEMANDS ON MACHINES ARE GROWING CONSTANTLY. CONSEQUENTLY, THERE IS ALSO A CONSTANT NEED FOR HIGHER-PERFORMANCE BELTS,” DECLARES RODRIGO MAIA, HEAD OF THE INDUSTRY EMEA/APAC SEGMENT IN THE CONTITECH POWER TRANSMISSION GROUP, AND ADDS: “ONE OF CARBON’S FEATURES IS THAT THE FIBERS SCARCELY STRETCH EVEN WHEN SUBJECTED TO A HIGH TENSILE LOAD. WHEN COMBINED WITH A COMPOUND THAT HAS BEEN SPECIALLY DESIGNED TO COPE WITH HIGH DEMANDS, THE RESULT IS A DURABLE DRIVE SOLUTION FOR CHALLENGING APPLICATIONS, FOR EXAMPLE IN MACHINE TOOLS, INDUSTRIAL ROBOTS AND Thanks to its glas carbon hybrid tension ROLLER CONVEYORS.” member and special compounding, the The Synchroforce Carbon transmits rotary motion with great angular precision. Thanks to its innovative hybrid tension member, which combines the advantages of carbon and glass, the belt offers high tear strength and dynamic load capacity. This enables synchronous drives to operate in extremely tight spaces – creating the ideal conditions for designing cost-effective drives with a small installed size and low weight. The Synchroforce Carbon is suitable for tropical climates, resistant to ozone and to oil, temperatureresistant from -30°C to +130°C, electrically conductive to ISO 9563 and very silent. Thanks to its special material properties, the timing belt is maintenance-free, so there is no need for lubrication or retensioning. The Synchroforce Carbon is available in HTD, STD and CTD sections and an 8M pitch. The belt replaces the Synchroforce Extreme and offers another five percent more performance.

ContiTech AG Antje Lewe Spokeswoman Head of Media & Public Relations Phone: +49 511 938-1304 E-Mail: antje.lewe@contitech.de www.contitech.de

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Synchroforce Carbon is suitable for use in heavy-duty drives. (Photo: ContiTech)

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transport. In 2016, Continental generated sales of €40.5 billion and currently employs more than 230,000 people in 56 countries. As a division in the Continental Corporation, ContiTech is one of the world‘s leading industrial specialists. Its customers can be found in key industries such as machine and plant engineering, mining, the agricultural industry, and the automotive industry. With around 46,000 employees in 44 countries, the company uses its development and material expertise for products and systems made of rubber, polyamide, metal, textile, and electronic components to combine these with individual services. ContiTech also offers functional and designoriented living solutions and is always searching for customer-friendly and environmentally-friendly answers – going well and truly beyond its roots as a producer of rubber products. With sales of approximately €5.5 billion (2016), this international technology partner is active with core branches in Europe, Asia, North and South America.

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NEWS & REPORTS REMA TIP TOP

RWE AWARD FOR REMA TIP TOP

AS A RWE SUPPLIER, REMA TIP TOP HAS BEEN AWARDED THE 2017 SUPPLIER AWARD

At the award ceremony (from left to right): Bernd Schimmack (Director, REMA TIP TOP Desdorf GmbH), Patric Scheungraber (member of the board of directors, REMA TIP TOP AG), Carina Classen (responsible for purchasing, RWE), Hans-Joachim Herzog (Head of Purchasing, RWE Group). (Photo: REMA TIP TOP)

N RECOGNITION OF OUTSTANDING SERVICE AND LONG-TERM MUTUAL COLLABORATION, SERVICE SPECIALIST REMA TIP TOP RECEIVED THE RWE SUPPLIER AWARD ON SEPTEMBER 18TH, 2017. THE PRIZE CEREMONY TOOK PLACE AS PART OF RWE SUPPLIER DAY 2017 AT THE RWE TRAINING CENTRE IN GUSTORF, IN FRONT OF SEVERAL HUNDRED INVITED GUESTS. THE PRIZE IS AWARDED ANNUALLY TO SELECTED RWE SUPPLIERS. With over EUR 53 billion in turnover, the corporation is one of the largest energy providers in Germany. The approximately 15,000 suppliers and service providers are subject to regular comprehensive evaluations by the Group’s purchasing department and its internal specialist departments. Just recently, RWE and REMA TIP TOP Desdorf GmbH signed a new service agreement that includes all their vulcanization services for all conveyor systems at the Rheinische Braunkohlerevier lignite coal field opencast mines. The contract is for ten years and includes services such as the manufacturing of belt joints/repairs/vulcanizing

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press maintenance. The company has been active in the Rheinische Braunkohlerevier lignite coal field since the 1950s, and over the years its customers have come to associate RWE with dependability and quality, a company that continues to develop its products and services. In the awards ceremony that took place before several hundred guests during RWE Supplier Day 2017 at the Gustorf RWE Training center, Hans-Joachim Herzog, Head of Purchasing at RWE Power, and Carina Classen, responsible for purchasing, emphasized the importance of service providers as strategic partners that a company must be able to rely on in every respect. “We have found

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NEWS & REPORTS one of these partners in the company REMA TIP TOP,” said Herzog. According to Herzog, the mine employees appreciate the service personnel “thanks to their excellent expertise and their commitment.” He also said that occupational safety at the mine was top priority for REMA TIP TOP, something that is of great importance to RWE. When the award was presented, Patric Scheungraber, a member of the board of directors at REMA TIP TOP, expressed his thanks for the trust in the company’s performance demonstrated by the awarding of the prize, and he also thanked his employees for the work they contribute on a daily basis. Scheungraber went on to talk about how investing in employees and the regional location, as RWE does, is not something that can always be taken for granted today: “In all the years of cooperation, RWE’s regional connection and sense of responsibility for the people who live and work here has always been clear.” Almost half of the more than 6,500 international employees of REMA TIP TOP belong to the global service team. Thanks to a concentrated focus on service competence, today the company is the single source for all installation, training, replacement parts, and construction services necessary to ensure the safe operation of mines.

About REMA TIP TOP REMA TIP TOP is a system supplier of services and products across the world for conveyor and processing technology and for tire repair. The company has a global service network, offering a broad spectrum of rubber products, linings, and coatings for industrial and automotive uses. With almost a hundred years of experience, REMA TIP TOP has collected a unique range of expertise in material development and industrial services. The company is active in the material processing, surface protection, and automotive divisions. At the end of the 2016 fiscal year, REMA TIP TOP had generated revenues of almost 900 million euros. The company has more than 6,300 employees across the globe, with more than 140 subsidiaries and affiliated companies – including renowned brands like Dunlop Belting Products South Africa, Cobra/Depreux, and Asplit.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: REMA TIP TOP AG Marius Schaub marius.schaub@tiptop.de +49 (0) 8121 / 707 10265 www.rema-tiptop.com

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NEWS & REPORTS Tenova

TENOVA RECEIVES ORDER FOR ONE NEXTGEN® SYSTEM FOR TOKYO STEEL, TAHARA WORKS, JAPAN

Tenova receives order for one NextGen® System for Tokyo Steel, Tahara Works, Japan (Photo: Tenova)

ISSISSAUGA, 2017 – WITH TEN NEXTGEN® SYSTEMS IN NORTH AMERICA M SHOWING EXCELLENT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE AND QUANTIFIABLE PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS, TOKYO STEEL CO., LTD., TAHARA WORKS IN TAHARA-SHI, AICHI,

JAPAN, HAS PLACED AN ORDER FOR ONE NEXTGEN® SYSTEM FOR THEIR DC EAFCONSTEEL®. THE NEXTGEN® SALE REPRESENTS THE 8TH OFFGAS SYSTEM AND THE FIRST NEXTGEN® SYSTEM TO BE SUPPLIED BY TENOVA IN THE JAPANESE STEEL MARKET. Tenova’s proprietary NextGen® system is a hybrid/ extractive offgas technology system that delivers fast analytical response times and the most complete spectrum of process analysis (CO, CO2, O2 and H2). The NextGen® sale was a result of joint collaboration by Tenova Goodfellow Inc. (TGI) and Sumitomo Shoji Machinex Corp. (SMX) to bring breakthrough technology to the Japanese Steel Industry.

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The NextGen® system will be installed on Tahara Works existing 420 ton DC EAF furnace and the largest capacity Consteel® in the world. The scope of supply includes proprietary NextGen® system hardware, inclusive of two sampling stations, one central multi-point analyzer and Optical Velocity Measurement (OVM) for downstream analysis, a key component to understanding the carbon evolution.

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NEWS & REPORTS Other project deliverables include a scrap tracking system, improved HMI displays and CFD modelling for the analysis of the EAF and preheat tunnel to determine mass flow in the EAF and ConsteelÂŽ, cold spots to enable Tenova to provide a full process optimization solution for the customer. Commissioning of the system is expected to take place in the summer of 2018.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Tenova, a Techint Group company Mary Kneebone +1 905 567 3030 mary.kneebone@tenova.com Sara Secomandi +39 0331 444 110 sara.secomandi@tenova.com Roberto Carnazza +39 3497 746 017 roberto.carnazza@edelman.com

About SMX Sumitomo Shoji Machinex, a Sumitomo Corporation Group company, is a worldwide trading company since the establishment in 1962. SMX provides business solutions centered on the fields of machinery, electrical devices, and information/communication, contributing to the development of industrial society. For more information, visit www.smx.co.jp/index_e.php

About Tenova Tenova, a Techint Group company, is a worldwide partner for innovative, reliable and sustainable solutions in metals and mining. Leveraging a workforce of over three thousand forward-thinking professionals located in 22 countries across 5 continents, Tenova designs technologies and develops services that help companies reduce costs, save energy, limit environmental impact and improve working conditions. For more information, visit www.tenova.com

Tenova receives order for one NextGenÂŽ System for Tokyo Steel, Tahara Works, Japan (Photo: Tenova)

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NEWS & REPORTS WIRTGEN GmbH

Rehabilitation of Camps Bay Drive in Cape Town with Wirtgen Cold Recycling Technologies

At the Ndabeni Roads and Stormwater Depot in Maitland, the Wirtgen cold recycling mixing plant KMA 200 quickly and reliably produced the BSM mix. (Photos: Wirtgen)

amps Bay Drive is a major scenic route within the City of Cape Town and provides access to Camps Bay and Hout Bay. Based on the project brief and geometric analysis, Camps Bay Drive required widening to safely accommodate the high volumes of tourists and MyCiti bus traffic. In order to minimize the impact on traffic, the design brief targeted construction outside the summer peak tourist season and also required investigation into shortened construction periods. The key role was played by Wirtgen cold recycling technologies. In action: the mobile cold recycling mixing plant KMA 200. The South African metropolis has large volumes of Reclaimed Asphalt (RA) stockpiled from numerous maintenance works undertaken around the City. This material has generally been used for hard stand areas and shoulder construction, In order to reuse this high quality material, WorleyParsons was tasked to investigate

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a more efficient and sustainable use for this material. For this reason, the use of a foamed bitumen technology was investigated and the base layer on Camps Bay Drive was constructed using 100% RA as a foamed Bitumen Stabilise Base (BSM) base layer.

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NEWS & REPORTS Wirtgen KMA 200 mixes high quality recycling material Originally, the project consisted of localized road widening to accommodate the proposed MyCiti buses however due to the large volume and sizes of the proposed buses, a geometric analysis resulted in the entire portion of the road being widened by 1,4 m. The proposed pavement design involved a light rehabilitation with the widening area requiring full depth construction however during construction, numerous weak horizons were discovered along the road. The pavement design implemented for construction involved the following: • 50 mm AE-2 Asphalt Surfacing • 200 mm Foamed BSM 1 Base • 150 mm G5 Subbase, natural gravel • 150 mm G7 Selected Subbase, pioneer rock layer • In-situ

The project was divided into three construction sections. Section 1 from Geneva Drive to Prima Avenue, Section 2 from Prima Avenue to Rontree Avenue and Section 3 from Rontree Avenue to Houghton Road. In order to ensure more uniformity and better quality of the mix, a static mobile mixing plant was specified for production of the BSM.

Proper Recipe is decisive Power Construction was appointed to carry out the construction of the works with Milling Techniks carrying out the production of the BSM using their Wirtgen KMA 200. During construction, the stockpiled RA was sent for technical testing at BSM Laboratories in Durban. The design was carried out on three design options using the two dedicated stockpiles of materials from two sources which were created for the project by the City. The design options included: • 100% Reclaimed Asphalt • 100% Reclaimed Asphalt with 10 % crusher dust • 100% Reclaimed Asphalt with 25 % G4 gravel material

Based on the results obtained, the most cost effective option to yield a BSM 1 was the 100% Reclaimed Asphalt mix design using 2.1 % foamed bitumen with 1 % cement. The batching plant was set up at the Ndabeni Roads and Stormwater depot in maitland. The depot provided sufficient space to establish the KMA 220 as well as allowing for the stockpiling of the unprocessed RA, screened RA and processed BSM. The specification called for crushing of the RA to remove the oversized fractions. An alternate proposal in the form of screening the material to minus

The proper recipe and professional BSM producing of the Wirtgen cold recycling mixing plant were the key factors for a successful project. Immediately after paving with a Vögele paver and compaction with Hamm rollers, parts of Camps Bay Drive could be reopened to traffic. (Photos: Wirtgen)

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BSM quality check before paving is mandatory The BSM was paved using a heavy duty tracked paver from Power Construction in two 100 mm thick layers in the same process. The process used to get the required 100 % Minimum Dry Density (MDD) compaction was as follows: • Paving 100 mm thick BSM layer and allowing for bulking of 30 to 40 mm • Applying primary compacting using a 12 t tandem drum roller • Paving the second 100 mm thick BSM layer on to the lower half of the layer • Applying primary compaction using a 12 t tandem drum roller • Applying final compaction using two pneumatic tire rollers (27 t PTR) until compaction was achieved. After the rehabilitation project, Camps Bay Drive in Cape Town presents itself 1.4 meters broader and therefore much more secure to accommodate a constantly increasing traffic volume. Thanks to the cold recycling application, rehabilitation is a sustainable and cost effective solution with a high quality level. (Photos: Wirtgen)

19 mm in place of crushing the material by the contractor was accepted provided the fines fraction (0.075 mm) met the specification of 4 %. This was monitored for the duration of the project with a fines fraction of between 3 % and 4 % recorded. The screened RA was processed using the KMA to form a BSM 1 which was stockpiled for up to 7 days at the depot In order to ensure an adequate quality of the BSM and consistency within the mixing process, Power Construction, Milling Techniks and WorleyParsons created a quality system tailored for the BSM production using the KMA. This was implemented to ensure the mix met the BSM 1 specification throughout the project. Once the BSM was produced, the material was either placed on site immediately or protected and stockpiled at the Ndabeni Depot.

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Before starting with paving and compaction, a testing of the BSM was undertaken by Soillab who established a testing rig in accordance with the TG2, 2009 specification. Acceptance control was carried out on the Indirect Tensile Strength (ITS) and MDD taken from the batching plant and site samples. The three sections identified were constructed using similar techniques, however in Section 1 and 3, the BSM was opened to traffic immediately after construction and in some cases 24 hours after construction.

Project provides important insights for cold recycling applications The Camps Bay Drive rehabilitation project allowed for numerous lessons when dealing with BSM’s and more particularly 100 % RA BSM’s. The following lessons were learnt during the project:

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NEWS & REPORTS • Static mobile mixing of BSM’s should be undertaken in the summer months in the Western Cape region due to the weather conditions. Low temperatures and high moisture contents result in a poorer quality product. • An impact crusher should be used to crush the oversized RA. This may create more fines in the mix as well as reduce the need for stockpiling of the oversized RA • Planning and training of the operators prior to the trial section is crucial as this product is not an asphalt material and different placement and compaction methods apply • The 100 RA BSM has voids within the mix and hence when inclement weather is eminent, the BSM should be sealed to prevent the ingress of water

Cold recycling with foamed bitumen: top quality at reduced cost The following positives were established during the product when using the 100 % BSM: • The design is very versatile and minor changes to the RA and mix design do not have a significant effect on the quality of the BSM • The material behaves extremely well under early trafficking • There is a large cost saving when using the 100 % TA which amounted to approx. 2,95 Euro per m². This cost only includes the material cost saving and not additional traffic accommodation and time cost savings

• The cost could be further reduced by producing the material closer to the site or mass producing the material as the greatest cost component of the BSM production is the haul of the RA and BSM to the site

Overall, the project was a major success. During the project, approximately 8,150 t of RA (4,200 m³) was processed using 165 t of bitumen and 78 t of cement. Using the RA within the pavement structure provides a much more cost effective and sustainable solution for the future with depleting aggregate resources.

The WIRTGEN GROUP The WIRTGEN GROUP is an internationally operating group of companies in the construction machinery sector incorporating the traditional product brands: WIRTGEN, VÖGELE, HAMM, KLEEMANN and BENNINGHOVEN. As technological leader, we can offer our customers mobile machine solutions for road construction and road rehabilitation, plants for mining and processing minerals or recycling material and for the production of asphalt. Our ratios: In 2016 the WIRTGEN GROUP generated consolidated sales of 2.59 billion euros. Presently the WIRTGEN GROUP employs 8,000 people. Market-leading and cutting-edge products for the Road and Mineral Technologies business sectors are constructed at the WIRTGEN brand headquarters in Windhagen, Rhineland-Palatinate. With its innovative, high-performance and cost-efficient products and technologies for cold milling, soil stabilization, hot and cold recycling, concrete paving and surface mining, WIRTGEN leads the world market in road construction and repair, as well as in mining natural rock and pay minerals.

At the Ndabeni Roads and Stormwater Depot in Maitland, the Wirtgen cold recycling mixing plant KMA 200 quickly and reliably produced the BSM mix. (Photos: Wirtgen)

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COMPANY-PRESENTATION NEWS & REPORTS

MINING TECHNOLOGY CONSULTING Field of activity • FEASIBILITY STUDIES

• EQUIPMENT SELECTION

• EXPLORATION

• DRILLING & BLASTING

• GEOLOGICAL MODELLING

• SLOPE STABILITY & MONITORING

• GEOSTATISTICAL RESOURCE ESTIMATION

• ASSESSMENT OF GEOTECHNICAL RISK

• RESOURCE CLASSIFICATION

• HYDROLOGICAL INVESTIGATION

• MINE DESIGN

• HEALTH & SAFETY IN MINING

• MINE OPTIMIZATION

GEOLOGICAL INVESTIGATION Exploration • Survey & Mapping • Mineral exploration program • Geological investigation • Geochemical investigation • Geological and structural analysis • Microscopic investigation and mineralogical analysis

Geological Modelling • Data collection and review of projects • Database validation and verification • Exploration and data management • 3D geological, structural and mineralization interpretation and modeling • Statistic and geostatistic analysis • Geostatistical resource estimation • Resource classification, reporting andreconciliations

MINE DESIGN & MINE OPTIMIZATION Mine Planning • Design and optimization of pit layout • Mine development planning • Scheduling • Design of mine dumps • Optimum location of surface facilities

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COMPANY-PRESENTATION NEWS & REPORTS Equipment Selection & Modelling • Loading and haulage • Transport route optimization • Optimization of primary crusher location (Mobile / semimobile / stationary crusher) • Economic evaluation

Slope Stability & Monitoring • Geotechnical investigation • Groundwater investigation • Slope stability assessment • Slope design • Implementation of geotechnical instrumentation • Slope monitoring • Assessment and management of geotechnical risks

Drilling & Blasting • Planning of drilling and blasting • Blast vibration control • Control of borehole deviation • Economic evaluation

Compact courses For the international mining industry on mining methods and technology: • Seminars, conferences, courses, lectures and workshops

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT:

MINING TECHNOLOGY CONSULTING Professor Dr.-Ing. habil. H. Tudeshki

Albrecht-von-Groddeck-Str. 3 D-38678 Clausthal-Zellerfeld

Tel.: +49(0) 53 23 - 98 39 33 Fax: +49(0) 53 23 - 96 29 90 8

www.mtc-tudeshki.com

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