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03 2018 EDUCATION Surface miners drive up savings in coal mining

WIRTGEN Group Windhagen | Germany

TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Professionalism as a strategy

Sandvik Mining and Construction

The My Sandvik Customer Portal

Sandvik Mining and Construction

A Sandvik automated LHD proves its precision in a glass labyrinth

Sandvik Mining and Construction

Four-mile single-flight system to serve company’s Prairie Eagle Mine

BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG

thyssenkrupp to supply material handling systems for two power plants

thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions

BeltGenius ERIC: Digital twin increases the performance of belt conveyor systems

Voith GmbH & Co. KGaA

Optimized belt alignment reduces the energy consumption and idler wear of conveyor systems

Voith GmbH & Co. KGaA

Flexibility in operation and transportation – a must-have for Geiger Unternehmensgruppe

SBM Mineral Processing GmbH

Large-Scale District Project One Bangkok

BAUER Aktiengesellschaft

Essen | Germany Essen | Germany Essen | Germany

Beckum | Germany

Essen | Germany

Heidenheim | Germany

Heidenheim | Germany Oberweis | Austria

Schrobenhausen | Germany

NEWS & REPORTS Fascinating construction machines, current focal points, great atmosphere and full exhibition aisles Holstenhallen Neumünster GmbH Neumünster | Germany made the 63rd edition of NordBau a great success! Kleemann exhibits mobile crushing and screening plants

Kleemann GmbH

Wirtgen Group showcases intelligent solutions for road construction at Nordbau 2018

WIRTGEN Group

Continental invests in technology for 3D blow molded hoses used in high performance turbochargers

Continental

Göppingen | Germany

Windhagen | Germany

Hanover | Germany

Continental Supports Hyperloop Technology as a Logistics Solution of the Future

Continental

Continental is Growing with State-of-the-Art Product Portfolio in the Commercial Vehicle Business

Continental

Continental presented ContiConnect™ Live at IAA Commercial Vehicles

Continental

Designed for efficiency

Flexco Europe GmbH

Hanover | Germany

Rosenfeld | Germany

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03 2018 NEWS & REPORTS EDUCATION Spectacular New Development for Brazil

Rema Tip Top AG

Epiroc wins orders for enhanced South African mining production

Epiroc

Epiroc release fully automatic functionality for the Serpent ventilation system – Serpent Automatic

Epiroc

Epiroc wins order from Cormidom in Dominican Republic to boost mining operation

Epiroc

Germany

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Recycling boom in Denmark: Machine sets from Kleemann are boosting productivity in recycling jobs

Kleemann GmbH

Keestrack enters Japanese market: Strong partner for a strong market

Keestrack N.V.

Hybrid R3e impact crusher shortlisted!

Keestrack N.V.

Metso to increase its foundry capacity in India to meet the growing global demand for cast wears for mining and aggregate industries

Metso Corporation

Metso celebrates its 150th anniversary

Metso Corporation

Metso welcomes Stowers Machinery Corporation to distributor network

Metso Corporation

Industry 4.0 and Circular Economy: Top Priorities of Tenova R&D Projects

Tenova

Tenova Contracted for 13th EAF Consteel® Evolution in China

Tenova

Lifting during ongoing operations: Demag® CC 6800-1 Lattice Boom Crawler Crane erects steel structure at Power Plant Premises

TEREX

The Ditch Witch Organization Launches New, Innovative JT20XP Directional Drill Package

Ditch Witch

Ditch Witch Organization Partners with MetaFLO Technologies, Offering Solidification Reagents to Extended Network of Users

Ditch Witch

Kobelco Construction Machinery enters Spanish and Portuguese markets with four new authorised dealer Partners

Kobelco Construction Machinery

Göppingen | Germany

Bilzen | Belgium

International

International International

International

Caterpillar and Newmont to collaborate on underground vehicle automation

CATERPILLAR INC.

Caterpillar Mobilizes to Help in a Hurricane

CATERPILLAR INC.

Cat Dealers and Customers Providing Machines in Aftermath of Disasters

CATERPILLAR INC.

Caterpillar introduces 5-seat utility vehicles

CATERPILLAR INC.

New options for Cat 918M Compact Wheel Loader include high-lift loader linkage, fusion coupler, guarding, larger tires

CATERPILLAR INC.

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03 2018 NEWS & REPORTS EDUCATION Cat 903D Compact Wheel Loader delivers increased performance, expanded work tool capability and enhanced operator comfort

CATERPILLAR INC.

Cat Skeleton Buckets feature heavy duty construction and design elements facilitating efficient separation of rock and debris from soil

CATERPILLAR INC.

Cat Side Discharge Buckets, featuring heavy duty designs, provide controlled flow of loose materials in varied applications

CATERPILLAR INC.

E. Corr Plant Hire enables winter month excavation with fleet addition of 2 Bell B20Es

Bell Equipment United Kingdom

Afrimat invests in Bell ADTs and Kobelcos at Marble Hall

Bell Equipment Africa

Double-quick delivery of fleet expansion keeps Stefanutti Stocks on track

Bell Equipment Africa

Getting tested: R 9400 with Liebherr D9812 engine in Héming, France

Liebherr

Liebherr has won an order to deliver a heavy lift crane

Liebherr-MCCtec Rostock

Günter Jung GmbH relies on Liebherr L 580 XPower wheel loader for greywacke extraction

Liebherr-Werk Bischofshofen

Ibarrondo receives first Liebherr LG 1750 lattice boom mobile crane with new SL20F2 boom system in Spain

Liebherr-Werk Ehingen GmbH

International

International International

Liebherr USA Co. Celebrates the Groundbreaking of its New Headquarters in Newport News, VA. A fleet of Terex Finlay C-1550 (direct feed) cone crushers and inclined 693+ and 694+ screeners are proving their worth at Tillicoultry Quarries

International

Liebherr USA

International

Terex Finlay International

New Terex Finlay machines boost production at Skene Group Construction Services Ltd

Terex Finlay

TAKRAF and METALLOINVEST Ink Important IPCC System Agreements

Takraf

TAKRAF Technology for Rio Tinto at their Paraburdoo Iron Ore Operations

Takraf

About-turn for „SUSE“ in the Filder Tunnel

Herrenknecht AG

Direct Pipe world record in New Zealand

Herrenknecht AG

Rock-solid tunnelling: double breakthrough on the Follo Line

Herrenknecht AG

Caterpillar Integrates OSIsoft Connected Services for Cat Asset Intelligence

OSIsoft

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Schwanau| Germany International

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EDUCATION

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Surface miners drive up savings in coal mining

Surface miners from Wirtgen extract commodities in a selective operation, achieving high degrees of purity and maximizing exploitation of the deposits. (Photos: Wirtgen Group)

ine operators for some time now have been increasingly turning to an alternative to conventional rip-and-stack or drill-and-blast coal mining: the use of surface miners. Diverse studies and tests show that surface miners offer considerable advantages in terms of both economic efficiency and the final product.

The main advantages of Wirtgen surface mining technology include the following: • Selective mining • Avoidance of blasting • Cutting, crushing and loading in a single operation • Maximum exploitation of deposits • Reduced transport costs

roads and railway tracks, rehabilitating roadways and installing tunnel floors. The range of applications further includes the precision cutting of ditches and channels as well as surface leveling. In collaboration with RWTH Aachen University, Wirtgen conducted a study in a black coal mine in Queensland, Australia. This article will explore the advantages that surface miners offer in coal mining based on the results of this study.

Wirtgen supplies surface miners in a variety of performance classes for the selective mining of commodities, such as coal, limestone, bauxite, gypsum, salt and phosphate. In addition to mining, these machines can also carry out routing operations for constructing

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EDUCATION Using Wirtgen surface miners in the mining process significantly reduces equipment, labor and time requirements as well as overburden volumes. They have a decisive influence on the cost-efficiency of the overall process. (Photos: Wirtgen Group)

Case study The 4200 SM surface miner was integrated into an ongoing operation for the selective mining of coal and interburden. Previously defined targets were checked regularly to determine if they were being met. The project score card (Figure) illustrates the advantages of using a surface miner in this mine. The production rates of the surface miner were compared with that of the previously used rip-and-stack method over a period of four months based on various performance indicators. The conventional mining system comprises two supersize dozers for ripping and stacking the material and a super-large wheel loader for loading it to dump trucks with payloads of 130- 190 t.

housing. A dust suppression system comprising an integrated water spray system also helps to additionally reduce and bind the dust. An analysis of the two mining methods further demonstrated that fuel consumption is about 79% lower â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and therefore also CO2 emissions â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with surface miners than when using the conventional method (Figure). The lower number machines in use additionally has a positive effect on risk management, because fewer machines mean a reduced risk of accident at the mine.

Better HSE Compared to the three mining machines used at the mine previously, using a surface miner significantly reduced noise emissions. Mining with the 4200 SM likewise has a positive impact on dust emissions. In contrast to the dozers and wheel loader - all of which generate considerable quantities of dust that impact the work environment - the dust produced by a surface miner is contained in the cutting drum The Australian mine has up to 27, mostly thin, coal seams, meaning it is ideally suited for Wirtgen surface miners. (Photos: Wirtgen Group)

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EDUCATION The surface miner’s anti-vibration cabin offers better ergonomics and optimized working conditions for the machine operator. The vibrations generated in the 4200 SM were rated as “low” according to Australia’s AS 2670-2001 standard, while the ratings for the conventional systems were higher.

Lower processing costs thanks to reduced fines Coal seams generally are of varying thickness and separated by interburden layers. Precisely separating the various materials is of tremendous importance if coal is to be mined as cost-efficiently as possible, because it significantly reduces processing costs. Another major cost driver in this regard is the percentage of fines, because they are much more costly to process than coarse material. For the study, a total of 100 samples (30 t each) were analyzed during operation of the surface miner to determine the particle size distribution. Those samples were compared with similar ones taken from the conventional mining equipment and identical mining fields. Significant advantages emerged when working with the surface miner, which produced 14% fewer fines at grain sizes of less than 2 mm compared to the conventional mining system. The portion of fines to be processed dropped by 22% at grain sizes of less than 1 mm and even by 36% at grain sizes of less than 0.5 mm. Further savings were achieved by significantly reducing the quantity of oversize.

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For example, only 17% of the material mined by the surface miners had to be crushed compared to 26% for the dozers. The deposit analyzed in the study contains siderite intrusions, particularly at the boundary between seam and interburden (Figure). In the conventional process, this frequently led to difficulties, because the siderite intrusions are very hard and therefore difficult to mine. As a result, dozers frequently produce oversized siderite boulders that cause blockages in the crusher. This is not the case when mining with a surface miner. In addition, working with a surface miner reduced coal mining losses and dilution of coal in the mine. This leads to more product, hence increased turnover and even an improved exploitation of the deposit and thus a better stripping ratio.

Three tasks in a single operation Wirtgen surface miners can cut, crush and directly load material onto trucks or dumpers in a single operation. This saves time and the additional cost of purchasing machinery and fuel. Working with the 4200 SM in the Australian mine

Wirtgen surface miners can load material via stable conveyor systems directly into trucks or dumpers in a single operation. The material can also be deposited in windrows between the crawler tracks or placed alongside the machine. (Photos: Wirtgen Group)

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EDUCATION The Wirtgen 4200 SM surface miner scores high in productivity, safety, targeted grain size and especially cost-efficiency. (Photos: Wirtgen Group)

Avoiding blasting means avoiding danger With surface miners, drilling and blasting can be eliminated. In other words, even commodities located in the vicinity of residential areas, public roads or other infrastructure can be effectively mined. It is likewise possible to mine resources located in buffer and safety zones. In most cases, planning and execution of blasting work is associated with considerable effort, high costs and regulatory restrictions. In fact, eliminating drilling and blasting relieves the people responsible of a number of challenges. Mine operators no longer need to spend time obtaining the required permits, hiring certified blast personnel or compiling the associated documentation. Furthermore, getting rid of drilling and blasting has a very positive impact on public opinion, meaning that opencast mining operations can proceed without causing friction in a community.

resulted in a 79% reduction in fuel consumption per cubic meter of mined material. Labor costs were reduced by 60% and mining unit costs per ton were reduced by 60% compared to the conventional mining method. The score card clearly demonstrated that - when the entire process chain is taken into consideration - mine operators benefit from tremendous cost reductions when using a surface miner. These reductions are not only a result of easier processing. The smaller number of mining machines and reduced manpower described above and the avoidance of additional costs for transporting and processing waste rock also contribute significantly to the good overall score achieved by the surface miner. Not all benefits that result from the surface miner were part of the conducted study. Additional benefits are described below.

Analysis of the comparative data indicates that use of the Wirtgen 4200 SM surface miner reduces fuel consumption by 79%. (Photos: Wirtgen Group)

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EDUCATION The following are further advantages of eliminating drilling and blasting: • Enhanced safety at the mine because no explosives need to be stored • No boulder handling necessary • Less impact on the environment (vibration, dust and noise) • No interruptions for blasting (production delays) • Improved slope stability • Reduced rockfall • Better re-cultivation of embankments

The use of a surface miner also has a positive effect on water management at an opencast mine. The cut surfaces are levelled and can be cut at an angle. Drainage is further improved as a result and water seepage into the ground is reduced.

Haulage: more tons per hour The major cost factor in opencast mining is haulage. Mining with Wirtgen surface miners produces level surfaces that serve as stable roadways, supporting the rapid transport of material. This increases the transport

capacity of the entire truck fleet. Even wear on tires, frame and suspension is reduced thanks to the quality of the roadways, making it possible also to employ standard onhighway trucks.

Surface miners improve quality and cost-efficiency In recent years, Wirtgen has conducted several large-scale field tests on particle size distribution and ROM material degradation. In these studies, coal and sedimentary ore from eight different pits were analyzed to determine their particle size distribution. Some 8,000 t of material were screened to compare the material produced by surface miners with that extracted by conventional mining methods. All of the studies illustrate that using Wirtgen surface miners delivers compelling improvements in final product quality, cost-efficiency, environmental protection and safety. In order too fully exploit the surface miners’ profit potential an analysis should be conducted when starting the planning of a mining project.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Surface miners from Wirtgen extract commodities in a selective operation, achieving high degrees of purity and maximizing exploitation of the deposits. (Photos: Wirtgen Group)

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, highperformance 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.

WIRTGEN Group Corporate Communications Michaela Adams, Mario Linnemann Reinhard-Wirtgen-Strasse 2 53578 Windhagen Germany Phone: +49 (0) 2645 131 – 4510 Fax: +49 (0) 2645 131 – 499 E-mail: presse@wirtgen.com www.wirtgen.com

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Sandvik Mining and Construction Central Europe GmbH Essen | Germany

The cement and lime specialists Otterbein rely entirely on Sandvik drill rig technology within the production chain:

Professionalism as a strategy

Most important matters at a glance: Besides the revolving superstructure the Ranger DX800 with steel feed and articulate boom is characterized by optional ground support and excellent visibility in the well-spaced cabin. (Photos: Sandvik)

any medium-sized companies in Germany also form the economic foundation and hold their ground in the tough competition in the extraction and processing of rock products. A typical example is Otterbein Zement- und Kalkwerke GmbH & Co. KG, located in Großenlüder-Müs, north-west of Fulda in the state of Hessen. The family business has been extracting around 500,000 tonnes of shell limestone a year at this quarry since 1889. As the experienced manager of the quarrying business, who has himself been drilling at Otterbein for more than 10 years, Bernhard Pfohl is well aware of the importance of using the right machinery. The decision in favor of the Sandvik Ranger DX800 surface top hammer drill rig therefore met a crucial need for a high level of professionalism. “We cannot afford to make any mistakes, particularly in investing in such a niche technology,” says quarry manager Pfohl, adding: “We maintain only one drill rig, which as an indispensable key piece of equipment represents a kind of bottleneck at the start of the production chain.” That being so, the company did not take the decision in favor of the new drill rig at the start of this year lightly, and short-listed a total of three competitors. The Sandvik Ranger DX800 also came

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out on top because the operating conditions at Otterbein in Großenlüder-Müs are anything but simple.

Optimized driving at all times The geology in the quarry is extremely complex, with closely alternating dips of intensively disrupted layers. Associated with this geology there are often crevices and fragmentary edges on the work horizons. As an outstanding

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Well thought out down to the last detail: The safety cage ensures a high level of security and is essential feature of all modern machines. (Photos: Sandvik)

protection of the Rock Pilot+ control unit comes into effect immediately. “Manual intervention options harmonize very well with various automatic functions,” says Pfohl, summing up experience to date with the Ranger DX800.

Safety as a basic principle

unique feature, the Ranger offers a superstructure that can revolve up to 180°. This a function that Pfohl puts to use in daily practice. “By swivelling the rig I can cover a substantial working area of up to 26 m² without having to shunt laboriously in the danger area close to the tearing edges. As a result, a substantially greater distance from the abyss can be maintained, and yet I have an optimum view of all the drilling points.” The irregularity of the layers means that the quarry manager is repeatedly faced with fluctuating specifications. In addition, the range and mobility of the Ranger DX800 at the drilling point are expanded by the standard articulated drilling arm. The extraction concerns the whole sequence of shell lime. Widely varying types of rock with extreme differences in consistency are added to geology that is already complex. For this reason, Pfohl chose the version with HF820T optional high-frequency hammer, with which drift output can be increased by up to 10% if necessary. When, at the other extreme, such soft layers are encountered that the drill rod sags downwards, so that the drilled material cannot be removed quickly enough, the automatic idle blow

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Operating conditions at the Otterbein quarry are made even more difficult when slippery surfaces form in the quarry after rainfall. Pfohl is able to improve the stability of the rig effectively using the optional extendible solid prop on the chassis. In addition, the superstructure can be tilted hydraulically against the crawler frame in the direction of travel to ensure displacement of the center of gravity for optimum stability. “As well as in drilling, I utilize this option in resetting the rig, when I can align the superstructure against the vertical on the steep slopes,” the quarry manager explains. This greatly assists the driving safety and mobility of the Ranger DX800. Despite the solid construction of the most important components, with a total weight of just 16 tonnes the rig is easy to transport and easy to shunt on the crawler chassis. The comprehensive concept goes into details here. The standard safety equipment of the Ranger DX800 also contains a newly developed protective cage on the mount, with which Sandvik closes the gap in possible sources of danger on the moving parts. Unintended intervention in the circulating operating process can thus be reliably prevented.

All-round quality down to the details In operation, the characteristics and features are repeatedly pushed and used to the limits in GroßenlüderMüs, where operating efficiency must never suffer. Bernhard Pfohl is quite sure: “A rig that stands its ground here can be used anywhere.” There is equal focus on precision, efficiency and safety. “The Sandvik Ranger DX800 offered the most convincing complete package here,” Pfohl summarizes. This model has the right answers for all problem areas, as standard or as an option. “One criterion was therefore the possibility of upgrading a well-equipped basic rig with the options of value to us in a targeted way,” says the quarry manager. Alongside convincing unique selling points, the feeling of having

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Experience and professionality: Quarry manager Bernhard Pfohl has made his choice for the DX800 for several reasons – among others because he operates the machine every day. (Photos: Sandvik)

Die Sandvik-Gruppe Sandvik is a high-tech and global engineering group offering products and services that enhance customer productivity, profitability and safety. We hold world-leading positions in selected areas – tools and tooling systems for metal cutting; equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries; products in advanced stainless steels and special alloys as well as products for industrial heating. In 2017, the Group had approximately 43,000 employees and sales of 91 billion SEK in more than 150 countries within continuing operations.

Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology

made a good decision for the long term was obviously also important. The procurement of a drill rig is an investment for at least 10 years – equipment should preferably last twice as long. The Ranger DX800 makes a convincing case there too,” says Pfohl. “Sandvik supplies everything from a single source, so long-term maintenance from a single source can also be relied upon. With one welcome exception: Warranty and servicing of the cat motor are dealt with by the local Zeppelin dealer, which also looks after our cat equipment.” The finish also favored the Sandvik Ranger. The quality of construction, from the steel mount to the fitting-out and the arrangement of the controls, was convincing. “All the important controls quickly became familiar and are intuitive to operate, which made the switch from the predecessor pleasingly simple,” says Pohl. In addition, the technicians at Sandvik customer service have instructed the operators in several shifts in all the important details in an easily understandable way.

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Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. Application areas include rock drilling, rock cutting, crushing and screening, loading and hauling, tunneling, quarrying and breaking and demolition. In 2017, sales were approximately 37 billion SEK with about 15,000 employees in continuing operations.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Sandvik Mining and Construction Central Europe GmbH Sandra Pietsch Marketing Support, Sandvik Mining and Construction Central Europe GmbH Office Phone: +49 (0) 201 1785-352 Mobile: +49 (0) 173 9000457 sandra.pietsch@sandvik.com rocktechnology.sandvik

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Sandvik Mining and Construction Central Europe GmbH Essen | Germany

Use My Fleet to keep track of your fleet at any time:

The My Sandvik Customer Portal

Use My Fleet to keep track of your fleet at any time (Photos: Sandvik)

ue to the rapid development of digitalization, the world is changing at an everaccelerating pace. For the mining and construction industry, this opens new and effective possibilities for improving cost efficiency, productivity, and reliability.

Information driven efficiency Due to the rapid development of digitalization, the world is changing at an ever-accelerating pace. For the mining and construction industry, this opens new and effective possibilities for improving cost efficiency, productivity, and reliability. At Sandvik, we aim to take full advantage of digital solutions for the benefit of our customers. My Sandvik customer portal, a web-based digital ‘hub’, covers a wide array of services extending from e-Commerce solutions to accurate, readily analyzed data for your Sandvik fleet.

A comprehensive efficiency tool

our customers can get accurate real-time information and smart analyses on which to base productivity-improving decisions on. In addition to providing information of your Sandvik fleet to every corner of the world, you can browse through the parts, service and repair manuals – as well as check the price and availability of any spare part. With MySandvik, you can place orders and keep track of them whenever and wherever you want. My Sandvik customer portal is accessible 24/7 from anywhere in the world. With our robust security, all the data is securely stored and compared with global Sandvik fleet data. A wide range of video-based support material is also available to give you additional insight into the My Sandvik customer portal and its various functionalities.

In today’s world, information is driving smart decisions and more efficient operations thanks to the IoT, Internet of Things. At the My Sandvik customer portal, data gathered from the equipment is turned into useful knowledge that can be conveniently put into practice. By using My Sandvik,

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Use My Fleet to keep track of your fleet at any time

Ask for quotations and place orders anytime

My Fleet gives you online access to My Sandvik digital services reports in two levels: My Sandvik Insight and My Sandvik Productivity reports. Our customer can have a 360-degree view of their fleet in terms of machine utilization, production rates, and operational data. This way, we can offer our customers applicable insight about, for example, alerts that can serve machine maintenance in a proactive way.

You can request a quotation and place orders via the easy-to-use My Cart tool. By using the range of reports that are available, it is easy to keep track of your order status.

Browse digital parts catalogs and manuals at your convenience The electronic parts catalog gives immediate access to the parts manuals, as well as to digital operator, maintenance and service, and repair manuals. Thanks to its ability to quickly identify the source of malfunction, the right spare can be promptly found for every situation. Parts items are shown in a diagram for quick locating, price and availability checks, quotation requests, and orders.

Sandvik-Group Sandvik is a high-tech and global engineering group offering products and services that enhance customer productivity, profitability and safety. We hold world-leading positions in selected areas â&#x20AC;&#x201C; tools and tooling systems for metal cutting; equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries; products in advanced stainless steels and special alloys as well as products for industrial heating. In 2017, the Group had approximately 43,000 employees and sales of 91 billion SEK in more than 150 countries within continuing operations. Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. Application areas include rock drilling, rock cutting, crushing and screening, loading and hauling, tunneling, quarrying and breaking and demolition. In 2017, sales were approximately 37 billion SEK with about 15,000 employees in continuing operations.

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Sandvik Mining Rock Technology:

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A Sandvik automated LHD proves its precision in a glass labyrinth

A Sandvik automated LHD proves its precision in a glass labyrinth. (Photos: Sandvik)

n recent years, self-driving vehicles have become a popular discussion topic. Sandvik has had automated loaders and trucks working in mines for over 20 years — with zero accidents involving people. To prove its capabilities, Sandvik moved things above ground and put its latest generation of automation to the test.

Automatisierter Fahrlader im Glaslabyrinth In a new film, an 11-meter-long Sandvik LH514 selfnavigates through a labyrinth of glass. While glass is clearly a different material to the rock walls the laser sensors are designed for, the loader detects the fragile labyrinth and maneuvers through its narrow aisles. To prove the feat’s realness, Sandvik Group CEO Björn Rosengren takes over the driving at the end of the film and crashes into the glass labyrinth. Click here to see the film: find the film on YouTube here

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Click here to see the documentary about the project: “behind the scenes” video “Sandvik automated loaders have been in use for more than 20 years, with over 2 million operating hours underground,” says Jouni Koppanen, Senior Systems Engineer for Automation at Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology. “Autonomous systems improve safety and productivity for our customers. For the first time ever the entire cycle can be automated, from loading to hauling and dumping. Nobody has been able to do that before.” For Rosengren, the glass labyrinth test was obviously a special day at work. The unique filmed feat also demonstrates Sandvik’s view on innovation.

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY “Some of today’s most sophisticated technology is found within Sandvik’s different business areas,” Rosengren says. “We’ve always worked close to our customers developing new products and technologies. Going forward we clearly see digitalization as a key area. It will help both us and our customers to be more productive, efficient and sustainable.” While a glass labyrinth might not be a traditional operating environment for a mining loader, such unconventional thinking has seen Sandvik stay at the forefront of technologies like automation. The AutoMine® system means that Sandvik loaders and trucks learn the safest and most efficient route the first time they enter a tunnel. Guided by a set of lasers, the equipment’s intelligent system maps out and records a path. Sandvik’s patented algorithms, together with its sensors and gyroscopes, ensure the machine knows where to go underground, where GPS is not possible. Facts and figures about the labyrinth: • • •

Size: 30 x 58 meters No. of glass walls: 589 glass sheets, each 2.8 meters x 60 centimeters, all recycled after filming Location: Arctech Helsinki Shipyard in Helsinki, Finland

A Sandvik automated LHD proves its precision in a glass labyrinth. (Photos: Sandvik)

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Sandvik-Group Sandvik is a high-tech and global engineering group offering products and services that enhance customer productivity, profitability and safety. We hold world-leading positions in selected areas – tools and tooling systems for metal cutting; equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries; products in advanced stainless steels and special alloys as well as products for industrial heating. In 2017, the Group had approximately 43,000 employees and sales of 91 billion SEK in more than 150 countries within continuing operations. Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. Application areas include rock drilling, rock cutting, crushing and screening, loading and hauling, tunneling, quarrying and breaking and demolition. In 2017, sales were approximately 37 billion SEK with about 15,000 employees in continuing operations.

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BEUMER Group wins contract for overland conveyor at Knight Hawk Coal facility in Illinois:

BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG Beckum | Germany

Four-mile single-flight system to serve company’s Prairie Eagle Mine

BEUMER Group wins contract to build a four-mile conveying system for one of the most efficient underground mines in the United States. (Photos: BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG)

EUMER Groups’ U.S. subsidiary, the BEUMER Corporation, has been awarded a contract to design, supply and install a nearly four-mile overland conveyor at Knight Hawk Coal’s Prairie Eagle Mine in Illinois.

Four-mile single-flight system to serve company’s Prairie Eagle Mine The Knight Hawk project is a strategic win for BEUMER, allowing the company to broaden its mining sector footprint, according to Brad Williams, Vice President of Sales and Business Development for BEUMER’s Conveying & Loading Division, based in the Kansas City area. “We are very accustomed to handling coal and coal residuals in the Power industry, but we are excited about the opportunity to focus on a project directly in the coal mining sector,” Williams said. The curved troughed belt conveyor will carry coal from Knight Hawk’s new underground mine portal to its main coal preparation plant at Prairie Eagle. The overland conveyor

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will allow Knight Hawk to seal a portion of its underground mine and bring coal to the surface near its current mining activities. Commissioning of the new conveying system is scheduled for April 2019. “This project is right up BEUMER’s alley from a technology standpoint, as it will become our third overland curved troughed belt conveyor installed in North America in the last five years,” Williams said. “Our curved conveyor technology allows for a single-flight system that costs less to install and operate than a conventional conveying system, and will offer Knight Hawk long-term financial and environmental benefits when compared with trucking.” The original request for proposal called for four straight conveyors requiring three transfer towers,” Williams explained. BEUMER’s winning proposal features a singleflight curved conveying system that eliminates the cost of

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tower steel, and greatly reduces the quantity of components and necessary spare parts. It reduces the dust, noise, maintenance and operating costs associated with the transfer points, and offers 98 percent reliability compared with roughly 92 percent reliability of four conveyors operating in series. Prairie Eagle is the hub of Knight Hawk‘s coal mining operations, processing and shipping more than 80 percent of the company‘s five million tons of annual coal production. Opened in 2005 as a surface mine, the Illinois facility was expanded to include two underground mines, Knight Hawk‘s primary coal preparation plant, and multiple truck loading facilities. Prairie Eagle is widely recognized as one of the most efficient underground mines in the United States.

BEUMER Group wins contract to build a four-mile conveying system for one of the most efficient underground mines in the United States. (Photos: BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG)

BEUMER Group The BEUMER Group is an international leader in the manufacture of intralogistics systems for conveying, loading, palletizing, packaging, sortation, and distribution. With 4,200 employees worldwide, the BEUMER Group has annual sales of about EUR 770 million. BEUMER Group and its subsidiaries and sales agencies provide their customers with high-quality system solutions and an extensive customer support network around the globe and across a wide range of industries, including bulk materials and piece goods, food/non-food, construction, mail order, mail and airport baggage handling. For further information visit www.beumergroup.com

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG Regina Schnathmann: Tel. + 49 (0) 2521 24 381 Regina.Schnathmann@beumergroup.com Verena Breuer: Tel. + 49 (0) 2521 24 317, Verena.Breuer@beumergroup.com www.beumergroup.com Agency: a1kommunikation Schweizer GmbH, Dr. Matthias Schweizer Tel. + 49 (0) 711 9454161 0, info@a1kommunikation.de

BEUMER Group wins contract to build a four-mile conveying system for one of the most efficient underground mines in the United States. (Photos: BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG)

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Helping meet India‘s energy needs:

thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions Mining Technologies Essen | Germany

thyssenkrupp to supply material handling systems for two power plants

thyssenkrupp coal handling system (Photos: thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions)

• Plant engineering division wins new contract worth a total of around USD 115 million • thyssenkrupp’s technology helps to provide power for about 16 million Indian homes • Single-source supply from engineering to commissioning assures high degree of reliability and efficiency thyssenkrupp recently won a contract from Doosan Power Systems India (DPSI) to supply material handling plants for two thermal power projects in Uttar Pradesh, India. The order is worth a total of around USD 115 million and includes engineering, delivery and installation of two complete coal handling systems, including associated structural and electrical works. The plants will be part of the Obra C and Jawaharpur coal-fired power stations in Northern India, both to be operated by Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Ltd. (UPRVUNL) and executed by DPSI. Once operational, they together will produce 2,640 MW of power – enough to supply roughly 16 million Indian homes. With the rapid social, economic and industrial development of the country, demand for electricity in India is increasing continuously. The state of Uttar Pradesh is

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India’s largest province with a population of nearly 200 million. The new thermal power plants will not only help electrify the surrounding area but also contribute to the central electricity grid and therefore help keep up with the ongoing pace of development in the country. Malay Das, Managing Director and CEO of thyssenkrupp Industries India: “In India, thyssenkrupp has more than 40 years of experience in material handling technology and the execution of coal handling plants. We are very proud to put this experience to work with DPSI for the Jawaharpur and Obra C power projects. Our innovative and reliable technologies combined with a strong local setup that provides engineering excellence as well as commissioning expertise were key factors in winning this contract.”

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Integrated solution for efficient material handling Effective material handling systems must be individually designed and fully integrated so as to achieve a smooth flow of material from one section of a plant to the next. To meet these requirements, thyssenkrupp will take care of the whole value chain from engineering to procurement and construction for the complete material handling system. From coal unloading and conveying to crushing and storage all key equipment will be manufactured in the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own facilities in Pune and Hyderabad. The scope of supply includes numerous belt conveyors with an overall length of 17 kilometers, four twin wagon tipplers, screens and crushers as well as four combined bucket wheel stackers/reclaimers and one bucket wheel reclaimer. Both systems with an overall coal handling capacity of 3,000 tons per hour each will be fully operational by the first half of 2021.

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thyssenkrupp combined bucket wheel stacker reclaimer (Photos: thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions)

Coal will be delivered to the site by rail either to a track hopper area or a rail car unloading station which will be equipped with two twin wagon tipplers each. A belt conveyor system with a capacity of 3,000 tons per hour and two meters belt width transports the coal to the crushing and screening complex equipped with a total of four ring granulators and four vibrating screens each. Two combined bucket wheel machines stack the processed coal to the stockpile. When needed the material is reclaimed and transported to the boiler plant on belt conveyors. The stockyard machines will be capable of handling 3,000 tons of coal per hour both in stacking and reclaiming modes.

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY About thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions: The Industrial Solutions business area at 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. More than 21,000 employees at over 100 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, thyssenkrupp Allee 1 45143 Essen, Germany Tel.: +49 201 844-0 www.thyssenkrupp-industrial-solutions.com www.thyssenkrupp-brecher.de Tino Fritsch Head of Communications T: +49 201 844â&#x20AC;&#x2030;-â&#x20AC;&#x2030;534486 tino.fritsch@thyssenkrupp.com

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Voith GmbH & Co. KGaA Heidenheim | Germany

BeltGenius ERIC:

BeltGenius ERIC: Digital twin increases the performance of belt conveyor systems

BeltGenius ERIC from Voith identifies inefficient system sections or belt segments and reduces energy and operating costs (Photos: Voith Turbo)

• BeltGenius ERIC identifies inefficient system sections and belt segments • Optimum utilization of system capacity with complete safety • • Reduction in energy and operating costs BeltGenius ERIC (Efficiency and Reliability Intelligent Control) from Voith analyzes a range of data to determine how efficiently the belt conveyor systems of a mine are operating. Standardized values make it easy to compare individual conveyors. This gives mine operators numerous starting points for increasing the productivity of their system, while also lowering energy consumption and thus cutting CO2 emissions. BeltGenius ERIC is a new software solution developed by Voith. It allows mine operators to see at a glance the efficiency of their conveyor belt systems at any time. The gathered data provide them with numerous starting points to ensure the optimum use of their system, thus reducing their operating costs.

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The system continuously receives relevant performance data from the conveyor belt system. These data include belt speed, belt tension, effective motor power for all drive motors, and temperature. These parameters are then transmitted to a server at Voith. The server contains a digital twin of the system, in which all relevant information about the conveyor are stored, such as belt length, belt width, the diameter of the carrying rollers, drive pulleys, return pulleys, the configuration of the transfer stations, the topography, and the trough angles. Using this information, ERIC determines a normalized efficiency value referenced to the energy consumption for horizontal material transport, known as the Energy Performance Indicator (EnPI). This indicator allows the operator to see at a glance just how efficiently the particular belt conveyor is currently operating. The data are visualized on the client‘s individualized user interface, in the form of an online dashboard.

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY The normalization makes it possible for the mine operator to easily compare all existing systems in terms of their energy performance. Voith also offers the option of equipping individual belt segments with RFID chips. Lessefficient belts and system sections are easier to identify, and if necessary replace, by means of the interaction between the digital twin and the RFID. Thanks to its transparent display, BeltGenius ERIC provides a straightforward way to reduce energy consumption, and thus the operating costs, of mine operation. At the same time, the digital twin compares the installed power to the energy actually being used. This allows the operator to identify power reserves. In this way, the existing capacities of the belt conveyor system can be put to optimum use without jeopardizing the safety of the system. In the event of any significant deviation in the EnPI, BeltGenius ERIC sends a direct message to the operator. The operator, together with Voith, can then take action to prevent potential damage. The system conforms to ISO 50001 and allows operators to achieve compliance with the latest global standards. Voith has provided for the immediate future by linking into a comprehensive infrastructure for the monitoring of belt conveyor systems.

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. Voith is a global technology group. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, oil & gas, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, Voith today has more than 19,000 employees, sales of â&#x201A;Ź 4.2 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the largest family-owned companies in Europe.

BeltGenius ERIC from Voith identifies inefficient system sections or belt segments and reduces energy and operating costs (Photos: Voith Turbo)

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Optimized belt alignment reduces the energy consumption and idler wear of conveyor systems

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BeltGenius ALEX from Voith is a sensor system that detects the inaccurate alignment of belt conveyors and generates solution suggestions. (Photos: Voith Turbo)

• The sensor system detects imprecise belt conveyor alignment and provides specific solution suggestions • Longer operating times for idlers increases production efficiency • Considerable reductions in energy costs in belt conveyor systems BeltGenius ALEX (Alignment Expert) from Voith analyzes the alignment of carrying idlers in conveyor systems as part of its service portfolio. As soon as the system sensors detect a deviation from the set values during their temporary measurement, BeltGenius ALEX reports the problem and provides specific solution suggestions. In first installations, the system greatly reduced idler wear, energy costs, and associated CO2 emissions. Reliable belt conveyor operation is key to productivity in mines. Even small deviations from the optimum alignment increase energy consumption and lead to belt mistracking, with considerable material spillage and downtime. In addition, inaccurate alignment increases idler wear. This, in turn, leads again to unscheduled downtimes and high costs for spare parts.

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Mine operators can avoid such expense and production losses using BeltGenius ALEX, developed by Voith. Voith service employees attach the measuring sensors to the edges of the belt on both sides. These sensors measure the alignment of each individual carrying idler. BeltGenius ALEX digitally measures all data and stores them on an integrated SD card. The sensor system detects exactly which carrying idlers and idler frames are affected and automatically analyzes the origin of the problem. During the process, each individual idler seat is measured. The analysis data are listed in a well-organized log that contains specific work instructions. These data include, among other things, information about which idlers are critical, as well as how big an adjustment must be made, in which direction, and how far. The result of the alignment work will be verified by conducting a second measurement run.

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY The operator then receives the current values of the system along with a direct comparison, including an evaluation of the potentially achievable improvements. BeltGenius ALEX has been developed for all conveyor systems with belts thicker than 30 metric millimeters. Its high savings potential has been confirmed in an initial pilot run. There were significantly fewer unscheduled downtimes thanks to the sensorbased, high-precision measuring on the conveyor belt. At the same time, the energy demand for horizontal material transport fell by more than 10 percent. Following alignment optimization, wear on the carrying idlers also decreased considerably, extending their lifetime by one-fifth in this case. ALEX is part of the BeltGenius product family from Voith, which also includes BeltGenius ERIC, a digital twin that can be used by mine operators to view the performance of their belt conveyor systems at any time, allowing them to significantly increase productivity. Additional modules are currently being developed.

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Voith is a global technology group. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, oil & gas, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, Voith today has more than 19,000 employees, sales of € 4.2 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the largest family-owned companies in Europe.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Voith GmbH & Co. KGaA Center of Competence Corporate and Market Communication EMEA St. Pöltener Straße 43 89522 Heidenheim, Germany Tel. +49 7321 37-2209 Fax +49 7321 37-7107 www.voith.de Robin Wankerl Global Market Communication Manager Tel. +49 7321 37-8303 Robin.Wankerl@Voith.com

BeltGenius ALEX from Voith is a sensor system that detects the inaccurate alignment of belt conveyors and generates solution suggestions. (Photos: Voith Turbo)

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SBM Impact Crushers are Technical Leaders:

SBM Mineral Processing GmbH Oberweis | Austria

Flexibility in operation and transportation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a must-have for Geiger Unternehmensgruppe

A three-axle tractor and the Dolly transport system are sufficient for quick and easy relocations of the SBM REMAX 400 weighing 40 tons with the standard equipment. (Photos: SBM)

The track-mobile impact crushers of the series REMAX made by SBM Mineral Processing have already been top-technique models on the market for many years. Thanks to numerous highly efficient and unique features the plants have been a very popular make for professional operators. Recently, the models have been updated once again. SBM REMAX 400 now stands for the performance-optimised medium class crushers for quarries and recycling of construction materials. In comparison to the well-established previous model REMAX 1312, the new model was once again noticeably improved concerning its impressive main components such as crusher, drive system and transportability. In addition to its outstanding technical features REMAX 400 is also an excellent choice on the road.

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precondition to realising an overall transport flexibility unmatched in the market in this power class.

The SBM basic-equipment medium-class impact crushers without secondary screen have a total weight of less than 40 tons. Due to consequently harmonising all components, the dimensions of the previous model could be optimised once more resulting in a reduced transport height of 3.60 m only and a maximum width of 3 m. Intelligent use of the compact dimensions is the absolute

For Geiger Unternehmensgruppe from Oberstdorf, Southern Bavaria, transportability was the key decisive factor to purchase this plant. â&#x20AC;&#x153;On the average our plant changes its location every 2 to 3 weeks. To profitably transfer the plant in an economic period of time, the complete weight of the truck must not exceed 60 tons. Our

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Weight and Performance Go Hand in Hand at SBM The new version of REMAX 400 is equipped with SBM’s well-established Dolly system. A weight-optimised threeaxle construction is now sufficient for transportation – so to say on an axle of its own. With this, SBM supplies a simple and cost-efficient solution to allow quick and easy relocations. This high-performance track-mobile impact crusher plant is roadworthy straight away without requiring any conversions, dismantling or authorisation procedures – and that ensures profitable operation even on smaller building sites. That is not the first SBM plant Geiger Unternehmensgruppe opted for. “There is no comparable plant in the market that combines transportability and performance in such a perfect way. The REMAX 400 plant is not too heavy, and we do not throw away crushing performance,“ describes Müller. The plant is used to recycle construction materials as well as for gravel and in quarries. Geiger Group covers almost all areas in the field of construction and has some 2,500 employees. Core markets are Germany, Austria, Romania, and France.

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Outstanding Performance The strong performance of the SBM REMAX 400 is based on the powerful 1300 crusher designed around a forged rotor shaft. The performance available at the rotor can be quickly increased up to 170 % due to the electric generator drive. To produce any desired final product the crusher is provided with two impact aprons and an adjustable crusher speed. The four impact bars of the rotor in REMAX 400 can be installed at different heights due to offset locking grooves. Changing the impact bars is simple and very easy, and they can also be turned and rotated in their supports which considerably increases their utilisation degree to up to 60 %. Thanks to these features, the upgraded peripheral equipment and the inlet opening of 1260 x 800 mm, REMAX 400 offers an output capacity of up to 400 t/h. All transfer points are dimensioned so generously that there are no bottlenecks from the crusher outlet to the material discharge conveyor. The optimised vibrating discharge chute of the SBM impact crusher is lined with wear-resistant stainless steel.

The sophisticated 1300-crusher is responsible for the powerful crushing performance of SBM REMAX 400. (Photos: SBM)

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Flexible Operation The core technology of SBMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mobile impact crushers is their sophisticated drive concept. REMAX 400 can be operated Diesel-electrically or electrically alone as an option. For the operator, these two options mean a considerable improvement of the economic efficiency optimisation and allow for an excellent adaptation to the given logistics of the site. The plant can be operated either independently or supplied by the power grid directly. As a pioneer in this field SBM has for more than 3 decades further developed this technology to an unparalleled level of efficiency and operational safety - sturdy, stable and maintenance-free. And this technology offers even more practical benefits as it effects not only the drive system but the control system as well. The rotor is driven by a largely dimensioned electric motor without a clutch. The resulting consequently fully-electric control of the crushing process allows reaction times in milliseconds - e.g. for the necessary loaddependent control of material flow and feed quantity - and this strongly effects the production capacity. Exerting such a direct influence on the crushing operation is systemically impossible by Diesel-hydraulic or direct clutch drive systems.

Another outstanding feature for recycling applications is the over band magnetic separator with automatic height adjustment. The plant can be simply controlled by remote control, options are tele-maintenance by modem and external visualisation by tablet. In the German market the REMAX series is available by SBM direct marketing as well as via Moerschen Mobile Aufbereitung GmbH and the company Kurz Aufbereitungsanlagen.

SBM Mineral Processing The company SBM Mineral Processing GmbH located in Oberweis near Gmunden is a manufacturer of premium-quality and eco-friendly plants and machinery for the raw materials and recycling industries as well as of concrete mixing plants for ready-mixed and prefab concrete. As a quality and technology leader with unbeatable process expertise and know-how SBM is a well-established and highly appreciated global player on the world market. SBM belongs to the MFL Group represented in more than 50 countries all over the world

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: SBM Mineral Processing GmbH Oberweis 401 4664 Oberweis, Austria

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Mag. Alexandra Wagner Leitung Marketing

REMAX 400 is suited for a multitude of various applications due to numerous sophisticated extensions or options designed by SBM especially for this impact crusher. These options cover the grinding system, a secondary screening unit in 1-deck design ensuring precise separation of the end product due to the special banana form of the screen deck, and a wind sifter for the oversize grain.

Phone +43 3612/270-3240 Mobile +43 0676 45 30 011 alexandra.wagner@sbm-mp.at www.sbm-mp.at

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A three-axle tractor and the Dolly transport system are sufficient for quick and easy relocations of the SBM REMAX 400 weighing 40 tons with the standard equipment. (Photos: SBM)

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Thai Bauer Commissioned for Large-Scale District Project One Bangkok:

BAUER Aktiengesellschaft Schrobenhausen | Germany

Large-Scale District Project One Bangkok

The 16.7 hectares development “city-within-a-city” will comprise five grade A office towers, five luxury hotels, three residential complexes, multiple retail zones, with space for arts and culture. (Photo: 2018 One Bangkok)

angkok, Thailand – At the hub of the fast growing Southeast Asian region, the Thai capital Bangkok is the second most visited city in the world, with around 23.3 million visitors in B 2017. As the political, economic and cultural center of Thailand, the bustling metropolis is set to welcome “One Bangkok”, a new fully integrated district located opposite Lumphini Park in the heart of the city. The 16.7 hectares development “city-within-a-city” will comprise five grade A office towers, five luxury hotels, three residential complexes, multiple retail zones, with space for arts and culture. With a total gross floor area of 1.83 million m², One Bangkok is the largest private sector property development initiative ever undertaken in Thailand, and will set new benchmarks in design, quality and sustainability. Featuring unsurpassed accessibility and smart city innovation, the people-centric development also provides 8 hectares of public space including a 10,000 m² landscaped civic plaza, and will form a new urban center for the city of more than 10 million inhabitants when completed in 2025.

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Thai BAUER Co. Ltd, the local subsidiary of BAUER Spezialtiefbau GmbH, was commissioned as part of the large-scale project by developers Frasers Property and TCC Assets for the foundation works for the buildings and execution of the diaphragm wall. In total around 700 bored piles with diameters of 1,500 and 1,800 mm down to a depth of 80 m are to be installed, along with a diaphragm wall with a total length of 466 m and a depth of 35 m. For this work, BAUER BG 45, BG 40, BG 28 and GB 60 grabs are being used. Besides the permanent foundation works, Thai Bauer was also commissioned with the preliminary pile load tests. These tests served to inspect the planned foundation for its load-bearing capacity and enabled the optimization of the design by the client.

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY „The biggest challenge for Bauer lies in the fact that the construction site is right in the middle of pulsating downtown Bangkok,“ says Mike Sinkinson, Managing Director of Thai BAUER Co. Ltd. This means that each day the total quantity of excavated soil must be transported away from the construction site by trucks, subject to traffic and city regulations restricting operating times. „In order to avoid delays and keep all adjoining roads free of contamination, we have installed special tire washing facilities on site.“ Besides handling logistics for the removal of the excavated soil, the constant supply of the construction site with concrete and steel for the bored piles must also be ensured. „In order to minimize the impact of the construction activity on nearby road traffic, concrete batching plants have been set up on the construction site itself. This allows us to continue working irrespective of traffic flow,“ Mike Sinkinson explains. At peak times, around 1,000 m³ of excavated soil will be removed daily and up to 850 m³ of concrete directly processed. Furthermore, the project works will be performed according to LEED platinum level (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), which stipulates particularly strict rules and extremely high standards when it comes to environmental aspects. The specialist foundation engineering works began in March 2018 and are expected to be completed by April 2019. One Bangkok will be completed in a series of phases, from 2022 until 2025.

About BAUER Spezialtiefbau Group BAUER Spezialtiefbau GmbH, the original parent company of the BAUER Group, has been a major driving force in the development of specialist foundation engineering. It carries out all of the customary processes of foundation engineering, primarily for excavation pits, foundations, cut-off walls and ground improvements on a worldwide basis. In doing so, BAUER Spezialtiefbau GmbH works closely together with their over 50 subsidiaries and branches across the globe. Regional networks around the world allow for the quick and flexible application of machines, teams and expertise. Bauer Spezialtiefbau offers their customers individual, creative and economical specialist foundation engineering solutions for demanding construction projects, from planning through to execution. More at bst.bauer.de About Bauer The BAUER Group is a leading provider of services, equipment and products dealing with ground and groundwater. With over 110 subsidiaries, Bauer can rely on a worldwide network on all continents. The Group’s operations are divided into three forward-looking segments with high synergy potential: Construction, Equipment and Resources. Bauer profits enormously from the collaboration of its three business segments, enabling the Group to position itself as an innovative, highly specialized provider of products and services for demanding projects in specialist foundation engineering and related markets. Bauer therefore offers suitable solutions to the world’s greatest challenges , such as urbanization, the growing infrastructure needs, the environment, as well as water, oil and gas. The BAUER Group was founded in 1790 and is based in Schrobenhausen, Bavaria. In 2017, it employed about 11,000 people in around 70 countries and achieved total Group revenues of EUR 1.8 billion. BAUER Aktiengesellschaft is listed in the Prime Standard of the German Stock Exchange. More information can be found at www.bauer.de.

As part of the large-scale project “One Bangkok”, Thai BAUER Co. Ltd was commissioned to execute the foundation works for the buildings and to install a diaphragm wall. (Photo: BAUER Group)

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: BAUER Aktiengesellschaft Ruth Wallner BAUER-Straße 1 86529 Schrobenhausen Tel.: +49 8252 97-1844 public.relations@bauer.de www.bauer.de

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NordBau 2018

Fascinating construction machines, current focal points, great atmosphere and full exhibition aisles made the 63rd edition of NordBau a great success!

NordBau 2018: Fascinating construction machines, current focal points, great atmosphere and full exhibition aisles made the 63rd edition of NordBau a great success (Photo: Nordbau)

ith the special shows „safe@home - security and smart home at home“ and the „digital construction site“, the 63rd edition of NordBau 2018 sent a distinct message, which found great approval, not only among the exhibitors: With 63,800 visitors and 800 exhibitors from 13 countries, the biggest compact exhibition for construction in the North European Baltic Sea region closed its doors .

What had been indicated at the opening ceremony by the new Chief Executive Officer of the German Construction Association, Dieter Babiel; his Excellency the Ambassador of Denmark, Friis Arne Petersen from Berlin and the Minister President of Schleswig-Holstein, Daniel Günther, continued seamlessly through the exhibition. The topics in particular preoccupied all responsible persons in the construction industry: the progressive digitization in the construction industry, the shortage of skilled workers and intelligent solutions for saving energy, cost efficiency in both private and professional environments.

The digital construction site - when construction networks goes hand in hand! A major focus at this year‘s NordBau was the challenges that a digital construction site entails for all those involved, from the craftsman to the designers and to the constructors. The level of knowledge about digital construction planning and execution is very different among those in charge

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of constructions. For this reason, the Association of Construction Industry, Environmental and Mechanical Engineering (VDBUM), in cooperation with the exhibition center, Bau-ABC Rostrup, of the Construction Industry Association of Lower Saxony / Bremen and colleagues from Hamburg / Schleswig-Holstein, an information and experience platform relating to the digital construction site were presented in the form of a special show. Among other things, special simulation equipment for trenchless construction and for asphalt construction were directly available at the exhibition grounds of the construction machines, in order to be able to try out the operation of special equipment in simulation. VDBUM Managing Director, Dieter Schnittjer said in this context: „With this special show, we have not only reached many visitors, but also received a lot of appreciation, recognition and respect from the construction industry. Many business owners have realized that the qualification of employees can lead to cost-effectiveness, work safety and greater accountability. We are grateful that thanks to the generous support of our partners, we were able to carry out this ambitious project here at the 63rd edition of NordBau.“

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NEWS & REPORTS High praise for the recruitment campaigns for the building professions Working together with the industry, the exhibition is following new paths in the domain of shortages of skilled labor, as well as in the search for young people hoping to try their luck in the trade. The motto of this year‘s „nordjobBau-Infotag“ was not called in vain: Who will build the construction site of tomorrow? For this reason, more than 1,000 interested pupils from Hamburg, Schleswig-Holstein, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and Lower Saxony accepted the invitation of the NordBau on the Thursday of the trade fair, in order to participate in the important project for recruiting young talents for the construction profession. This project, which is carried out by the exhibition, in collaboration with the Institute for Talent Development, IFT, was enthusiastically received and supported by many exhibitors and professional associations. At the initiative of the construction industry, J.P. Kraemer of the PS-Profis could be enticed for a performance at NordBau. The wellknown Youtube star and passionate excavator driver inspired all pupils and visitors with his fresh and authentic style. He also showed that J.P. does not only talk very well and tune cars, he impressively demonstrated on the tamper and the when driving an excavator.

Safe@home - security and SmartHome for the home On an area of 470 square meters, NordBau presented its large special show on „safe@home - Security and SmartHome for the home“. Due to the increasing digitization in buildings and installation control systems, numerous benefits are now available for housing and real estate owners, as well as for housing administrations: Not only in the energy supply with new heating technologies money can be saved, but also in the important topic of burglary prevention new, successful measures emerge through digitization “We were pleasantly surprised at how well the visitors were partially informed about the various digital possibilities! Many visitors were not just interested in how to digitally control house and garage doors”,

explained Michael Berendes from planetlan GmbH, who presented the Smarthome Roadshow at the special show: a point of contact for independent and qualified consultants, who answered the fair visitors‘ questions. „Many older people see digitization as a chance to live longer in their own four walls, because already today, there are numerous developments that guarantee elderly people more security in assisted living”, explains the 25-year-old from Bochum. Supported by the North German Housing Company Association, the Working Group for Contemporary Construction, the Construction Trade Association, the Coordination Office for Innovative Housing and Care at the Schleswig-Holstein’s Ministry of Social Affairs, the Schleswig-Holstein police and the Ministry of Interior, the special show „safe@home“ provided all relevant information on digital application possibilities and was thus one of the highlights of this year‘s NordBau!

Modern heating techniques at a glance Contractors, housing companies or private property owners were able to obtain information on energyefficient and environmentally friendly home construction solutions at NordBau: For the energy technology sector, the entire Hall 7 with its over 3,500 square meters provided a concentrated and comprehensive overview of the selection of modern heating technologies: wood / pellets–heating units, heat pumps, fuel cells and micro block heat and power plants. Visitors learned directly from the specialists on site about which plant would be most useful, and how ventilation, cooling and solar technology can be integrated into the building services. Smart and environmentally friendly solutions for renovation or insulation were also presented to the visitors by numerous exhibitors, who presented these by means of models.

At the initiative of the construction industry, J.P. Kraemer of the PS-Profis could be enticed for a performance at NordBau. The well-known Youtube star and passionate excavator driver inspired all pupils and visitors with his fresh and authentic style (Photo: Nordbau)

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NEWS & REPORTS Partially overbooked seminars and specialist congresses Once again this year, many associations, municipalities and working groups used NordBau to organize their seminars and specialist congresses. In total, 53 conferences with more than 4000 participants took place on the grounds of the Holstenhallen Neumünster during the exhibition. Two-thirds of the conferences are recognized by the Chamber of Architects and Engineers as official education events.

interested in construction, as well as those working in the construction industry. In addition, NordBau has been cooperating with her neighbouring country, Denmark, for over 40 years, which sees the trade fair as the basis for the German and European markets. Find more information about NordBau, photos and videos

NordBau 2019 will take place from the 11th to 15th September, 2019.

Last but not least, Andrée Schacht of the Schenefeld Company, Fliegl, that deals with construction machines, semitrailers and trailers, summed it up : „The NordBau 2018 was again super organized and simply outstanding for us! We don’t have to take a single vehicle home.”

Figures, dates and facts On 69,000 square meters of openair area and over 20,000 square meters of hall space, with about 800 exhibitors from 13 countries, NordBau impressively demonstrated its strength and position as the most important compact exhibition for construction in Northern Europe and the entire Baltic Sea region. Via NordBau, exhibitors have since 1956 been able to reach trade visitors who visit the trade fair for professional reasons, as well as interested end customers. The fair is thus very appealing for all those FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Holstenhallen Neumünster GmbH Messeleitung NordBau Justus-von-Liebig-Straße 2 - 4 24537 Neumünster Tel.: 04321-910190 Fax: 04321-910199 e-mail: presse@nordbau.de www.nordbau.de

NordBau 2018: Fascinating construction machines, current focal points, great atmosphere and full exhibition aisles made the 63rd edition of NordBau a great success (Photo: Nordbau)

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KLEEMANN GmbH Göppingen | Germany

Kleemann exhibits mobile crushing and screening plants

Thanks to its compact dimensions, the mobile jaw crusher plant MC 110 Z is quickly ready for use in changing locations. (Photos: KLEEMANN GmbH)

t the trade fair booth of Wirtgen Group (F-Nord-245, Kieler Straße), Kleemann is represented this year by two machines in the EVO series. The mobile jaw crusher MC 110 Z EVO and the classifying screen MS 702 EVO impress with their compact dimensions and high output.

Flexible application, ready for operation in no time: MC 110 Z EVO The mobile jaw crusher MOBICAT MC 110 Z EVO is a genuine multi-talent. The crusher can be used both in natural stone as well as recycling applications in the first crushing stage. Thanks to integrated hopper walls and a side discharge conveyor that remains on the machine for transport, the machine is ready for operation in the shortest of times. Furthermore, with a weight of only 39.5 tons, it is very easy to transport. The MC 110 Z EVO has an independently vibrating double-deck prescreen. Fines are thus effectively prescreened to maximise the final product quality. Optimum filling of the crusher unit is ensured by the Continuous Feed System in which an ultrasonic sensor

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controls the flow. Up to 330 tons of material can thus be processed every hour. The machine‘s control system is particularly convenient. Thanks to a touchpanel and illuminated pushbuttons, operation is intuitive and simple. All functions and status areas can be called up easily. A high degree of safety is possible, because all components can be operated from the ground.

Wide range of application options, highest precision: MS 702 EVO The classifying screen MOBISCREEN MS 702 EVO combines output, efficiency and design. With a screen surface of 7 m² in the upper deck, a large feed hopper

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NEWS & REPORTS and an extra-wide feeding conveyor, the double-deck screening plant achieves an output of up to 350 tons an hour. In spite of this, the plant remains compact and flexible in use. Thanks to its space-saving transport position and foldable side discharge conveyor, transport is easy and setup is very fast. The screening plant is thus perfectly suited to meet the requirements of contractor crushers. To guarantee easy, fast and safe maintenance, all service components are easily accessible from the ground or via work platforms. Furthermore, the screen surfaces are simple to change. The plant is controlled via a mobile control panel that can be plugged in at different points on the plant. Via the control system, all functions are easy to operate, operating statuses can be read off and machine functions can be viewed. The automatic start that starts up all subsections and belts automatically guarantees a fast and safe start of the plant.

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 well-known 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

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

The classifying screen MS 702 EVO can be used flexibly and produces a high output. (Photos: KLEEMANN GmbH)

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NEWS & REPORTS WIRTGEN GROUP Windhagen | Germany

Nordbau 2018:

Wirtgen Group showcases intelligent solutions for road construction at Nordbau 2018

The Wirtgen Group product brands Wirtgen, Vögele, Hamm, Kleemann and Benninghoven offer intelligent solutions for road construction. At Nordbau 2018, the group of companies has shown a cross-section of its solution competence. (Photos: Wirtgen Group)

odern road construction requires high precision and quality as well as efficient working processes. At the Wirtgen Group stand, the group of companies was presenting leading technologies and products for the efficient implementation of new road construction and road rehabilitation projects. The Wirtgen Group offers application-oriented solutions for the entire process chain - from earthmoving with technologies for stabilizing and compacting unsustainable soils, paving concrete using the inset and offset processes and paving and compacting asphalt, to the economical rehabilitation of roads using the cold milling or cold recycling methods - and has shown a cross-section of this in Neumünster.

Application know-how and service complement premium products In addition to the technologies and products, visitors could obtain first-hand information on other Wirtgen Group services at the exhibition stand. „Our experts were also available to answer questions about applications and services“, said Jörg Saake, Managing Director of Wirtgen Hamburg Vertriebs- und Service GmbH, who has invited trade visitors to the Wirtgen Group stand for a personal dialogue.

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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 2017 the WIRTGEN GROUP generated consolidated sales of 3 billion euros. Presently the WIRTGEN GROUP employs 8,200 people.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: WIRTGEN GROUP Branch of John Deere GmbH & Co. KG Corporate Communications Michaela Adams, Mario Linnemann Reinhard-Wirtgen-Straße 2 53578 Windhagen | Germany Telefon: +49 (0) 2645 131 – 4510 Telefax: +49 (0) 2645 131 – 499 E-Mail: presse@wirtgen.com www.wirtgen-group.com

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NEWS & REPORTS Continental

Continental invests in technology for 3D blow molded hoses used in high performance turbochargers

Ribbon cutting ceremony of the new plant. (Photo: Continental)

• Investment of approximately 10 million Euros in Changshu, China • New plant will start series production in the third quarter of 2018 Technology company Continental invested approximately 10 million Euros (about 70 million RMB) in a new 3D blow molding plant in Changshu, China. The plant has officially opened now. In the future, 3D blow molded hoses used in high performance turbochargers for automotive OEMs will be produced there. Thus, Continental meets growing technology demand within China’s manufacturing sectors. “The investment into the new plant underlines our focus on and commitment to the Chinese domestic market, especially the automotive market,” Thomas Reichenbach emphasized, manager of the 3D Blow Molding Project. The new plant will rely on Continental’s global hose and duct expertise and adopt internationally advanced 3D blow molding technology to provide Chinese automakers with high performance turbocharger ducts. The 3D blow molding plant in Changshu is Continental’s fourth production site featuring the 3D blow molding technology across the world, following Waltershausen in Germany, Somersworth in the United States and San Luis Potosi in Mexico. Its production workshop is equipped

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with multiple state of the art production lines for highly automated and intelligent production. The new plant will start series production in the third quarter of 2018. High-quality automotive plastic products can effectively increase performance and reduce the overall vehicle weight, thereby optimizing the body structure and improving fuel efficiency. With the adoption of the blow molding technology, recovery and recycling can be realized, thus reducing pollution emissions during production, meeting the requirements for sustainable liquidity in the industrial production process. What is offering additional value to the customers is that, by relying on the 3D blow molding technology, auto parts manufacturers will eliminate the cumbersome production and assembly of intermediate parts in the production process, greatly shortening the supply chain, improving the production efficiency of the automotive industry.

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NEWS & REPORTS About Continental FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: ContiTech AG Jochen Vennemann External Communications Manager ContiTech Phone: +49 511 938 18024 E-mail: jochen.vennemann@contitech.de

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 transportation. In 2017, Continental generated sales of €44 billion and currently employs more than 243,000 people in 60 countries. About ContiTech

Continental’s 3D blow molding plant mainly produces 3D blow molded hoses used in high performance turbochargers for automotive OEMs. (Photo: Continental)

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ContiTech is one of the world’s leading industry specialists. The Continental division offers its customers connected, environment-friendly, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With around 47,000 employees in 42 countries and sales of some 6.2 billion euros (2017), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.

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Continental Supports Hyperloop Technology as a Logistics Solution of the Future

A belt from Continental drives the HyperPodX, which was created by students of the cooperative Engineering Physics course at the Emden/Leer University of Applied Sciences and the University of Oldenburg. (Photo: Continental)

• New mobility concepts: sustainable, fast and cost-effective transport of goods possible via Hyperloop • Collaboration with talented young people at the Emden/Leer University of Applied Sciences and the University of Oldenburg • Special belts made of carbon cord and polyurethane from Continental move HyperPodX Technology company Continental is actively promoting the future of logistics and is involved in Hyperloop development. Most recently, the Group supported the research work of some talented young people. For the “HyperPodX” project, students of the cooperative Engineering Physics course at the Emden/Leer University of Applied Sciences and the University of Oldenburg have developed a Hyperloop as part of a competition organized by U.S. company SpaceX. The drive is provided by a highperformance belt from Continental. “The future of mobility is in rail transport. Safe, reliable and, above all, fast transport will be essential for the logistics of the future. The existing infrastructure will hardly be able to cover the rising flows of goods. The industry needs new, efficient alternatives,” explained Hans-Jürgen Duensing, member of the Continental Executive Board. “We therefore see a promising future for technology in new rail transport solutions such as the Hyperloop, and are passing on our expertise built up over more than 90 years in industry to the engineers of tomorrow.”

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Low aerodynamic resistance ensures extreme speeds The Hyperloop system would allow for the transport of people and goods at speeds of more than 1,000 km/h – similar to those achieved by aircraft. The advantage over air transport is that the Hyperloop is much more environmentally friendly and could be used like a subway. The technological concept is based on the principle of reducing the usual resistance of regular trains in tunnellike tubes so that the vehicles can achieve much higher speeds. Aerodynamic resistance in particular is reduced to almost zero. The air pressure in the tubes corresponds to only one percent of the usual atmospheric air pressure. In addition, the Hyperloop comes without wheels, which means that they are not there to cause friction. Instead, the capsule-shaped vehicles use magnetic levitation technology or air cushions to move.

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NEWS & REPORTS Students of the cooperative Engineering Physics course at the Emden/Leer University of Applied Sciences and the University of Oldenburg are developing the future of mobility with the HyperPodX – and Continental is helping them. (Photo: Continental)

and sustainable solution. The system also takes some of the strain off the road and rail network. In the long term, the Hyperloop may also be used in passenger transport.

Real Hyperloop projects conceivable in the near future

Continental drive belt meets Hyperloop requirements

A distance of 1,000 kilometers in an hour? For the logistics industry, the idea of using such a means of transport between the global production sites opens up many new opportunities in logistics. “It will take another three to five years before the first Hyperloop is actually used for transporting goods,” predicts Professor Walter Neu, Hyperloop expert at the Emden/Leer University of Applied Sciences. “There are currently several test tracks under construction, such as in France and the United Arab Emirates, while a route between Vienna and Prague is also being discussed.”

Continental recognized the potential of the technology at an early stage and is working together with talented young people in development work. One example is its current project with students from the Emden/Leer University of Applied Sciences and the University of Oldenburg. Under the leadership of Professors Walter Neu and Thomas Schüning, they have spent the last nine months thinking about how to reach the necessary high speeds safely and reliably. Their specific task for the SpaceX competition was to develop a Hyperloop prototype with a drive system that can achieve high acceleration in a vacuum, can brake and has its own power supply. The students met this challenge

If the Hyperloop technology proves itself there and real projects are implemented, companies will benefit from goods being transported much more quickly than they are on current rail vehicles or trucks. Due to its low resistance, the Hyperloop requires only a fraction of the energy and is therefore an equally cost-effective

Alexander Behmann, application engineer at Continental (Photo: Continental)

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NEWS & REPORTS with an electric motor with an output of 170 kilowatts. This takes the 250 kg prototype to a top speed of up to 500 km/h. “We needed high torque and a very powerful belt for our drive system. Continental first advised us and finally provided us with the appropriate special belt, which can reliably handle the high acceleration forces in the Hyperloop and its use in a vacuum thanks to its material properties,” said Neu of the requirements. Alexander Behmann, application engineer at Continental, added, “With its design of carbon cord and polyurethane, the belt is extremely energy-efficient as well as very narrow and therefore extremely lightweight. It is also very reliable without maintenance. And these aspects – power, reliability and low weight – are precisely what a HyperPod needs. We were thus able to offer the students a suitable solution.” The belt has already successfully passed its first test. The runs on the SpaceX test track in Los Angeles went well and the team of mechanical and electrical engineering students from the Emden/Leer University of Applied Sciences placed in the top ten of the competition.

About Continental 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 transportation. In 2017, Continental generated sales of €44 billion and currently employs more than 243,000 people in 60 countries. About ContiTech ContiTech is one of the world’s leading industry specialists. The Continental division offers its customers connected, environment-friendly, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With around 47,000 employees in 42 countries and sales of some 6.2 billion euros (2017), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.

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Students of the cooperative Engineering Physics course at the Emden/Leer University of Applied Sciences and the University of Oldenburg are developing the future of mobility with the HyperPodX – and Continental is helping them. (Photo: Continental)

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ContiTech AG Jochen Vennemann External Communications Manager ContiTech Phone: +49 511 938 18024 E-mail: jochen.vennemann@contitech.de

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Continental is Growing with State-of-the-Art Product Portfolio in the Commercial Vehicle Business

The technology company Continental is making new services for fleet managers possible with interconnectivity and digitalization (Photo: Continental)

• Sales with products, services and systems for commercial vehicles rose to €4.7 billion in fiscal 2017 / growth dynamics continuing in 2018 • The technology company Continental is making new services for fleet managers possible with interconnectivity and digitalization • Visitors to the IAA Commercial Vehicles trade show can test autonomous vehicle concept • Right turn assist system of the future looks to artificial intelligence At the 67th IAA Commercial Vehicles in Hanover, the technology company Continental was presenting digital technologies for the safe, efficient and intelligent goods and passenger transportation of the future. Highlights included integrated services for efficient vehicle fleet management, a right turn assist system based on technologies from artificial intelligence research, and an autonomous vehicle concept. “Continental has been one of the leading providers of digital solutions since the advent of digitalization. This provides us with a wide-ranging product portfolio for various branches of logistics as well as tires and electronic systems for trucks of all types,” said Continental Executive Board member Nikolai Setzer, explaining what the technology company had offed in the area of commercial vehicles ahead of the IAA. “At 13 percent, we achieved strong growth in our commercial vehicles business in 2017. We are benefiting from the fact that we have continuously expanded our portfolio and are very well positioned globally. This applies to the business with commercial

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vehicle tires, services and products in the automotive area in equal measure.” In 2017, sales at Continental’s commercial vehicle business grew year-on-year from €4.1 billion to €4.7 billion. The technology company is confident that it will further boost its sales in the area of commercial vehicles in 2018.

Future-proof: digital tire management and digital tachographs The ContiConnect digital tire-pressure monitoring system supports fleet customers and is integrated directly into existing fleet management systems. The tried and tested “digital tachograph” (DTCO) from Continental is an indispensable tool for fleet managers. At the IAA, Continental was showcasing the next generation of the digital recording system for driver and vehicle data.

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NEWS & REPORTS Trade show highlight from Continental was the CUbE (Continental Urban Mobility Experience) autonomous development platform. (Photo: Continental)

About Continental

Right turn assist system will prevent more and more serious accidents in the future In terms of safety, Continental is providing a glimpse into the future in the shape of the right turn assist system for trucks. “Our Vision Zero with the objective of zero accidents also applies to goods transportation,” emphasized Setzer. Today, Continental is already offering the radar-based right turn assist system for use as original equipment, which could be used to prevent most accidents. In the coming years, these assistance systems will become even more reliable and therefore more effective due to the shared use of radar and camera data and, subsequently, the use of artificial intelligence. Another trade show highlight from Continental was the CUbE (Continental Urban Mobility Experience) autonomous development platform. Whereas it was possible to experience the concept only at the stand during IAA Cars 2017, visitors to IAA Commercial Vehicles 2018 could this time be able to go on autonomous drives with the CUbE from the north entrance.

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 transportation. In 2017, Continental generated sales of €44 billion and currently employs more than 243,000 people in 60 countries.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Continental AG Enno Pigge Press Spokesperson, Innovation & Technology Phone: +49-511-938-1622 Cell phone: +49-173-685-6366 E-mail: Enno.Pigge@conti.de Henry Schniewind Spokesman, Business & Finance Phone: +49 511 938-1278 Cell phone: +49 151 688 64 262 E-mail: henry.schniewind@conti.de

Right turn assist system will prevent more and more serious accidents in the future (Photo: Continental)

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NEWS & REPORTS Continental

Continental presented ContiConnect™ Live at IAA Commercial Vehicles

ontinental presented ContiConnect™ Live at IAA Commercial Vehicles (Photo: Continental)

• App-based monitoring of commercial vehicles’ tire data in real time • Integration into the displays of telematics systems from Daimler Fleetboard and TomTom Telematics • Market launch from Q2 2019 Continental, technology company and manufacturer of premium tires, presented the further development of its digital tire monitoring platform at the 67th International Motor Show (IAA) Commercial Vehicles in Hanover: ContiConnect Live, available from the second quarter of 2019, informs operators of truck and bus fleets immediately if there is a problem with the temperature or pressure of a tire, even when the vehicle is on the road. The data is transferred to the servers and the web portal by the ContiConnect™ Driver app, which is also new. Before the end of this year, the app will be able to show tire information on Daimler Fleetboard and TomTom Telematics devices as well as other Android devices, such as smartphones and tablets, initially in the driver’s cab. With ContiConnect Live, Continental presented a further development of the portfolio that has already been successfully launched in 15 markets as ContiConnect Yard, which works using a yard reader station in the fleet yard. In the presentation, Continental Executive Board member and head of the Tire division Nikolai Setzer

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said: “ContiConnect Live integrates our digital solutions for commercial vehicle tires into the existing in-vehicle systems and displays. Fleet customers can thus embark on digital tire management on the basis of their existing devices. Finally, we are enabling them to draw an even greater benefit from digitalization and achieve a new level of efficiency in tire management.” In addition, Continental is to issue an update for ContiConnect in October. Among other things, the web portal will be given more setting options, and the entire application will get an improved appearance. Since 2013, Continental’s business unit Commercial Vehicle Tires has brought its tire pressure check system ContiPressureCheck™ to market around the world and consistently developed and enhanced its digital solutions. The tire monitoring system for individual vehicles is now integrated into solutions from more than 35 telematics providers worldwide. Since 2017, it has been complemented by ContiConnect Yard, a solution for monitoring the tires of

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NEWS & REPORTS Continental Executive Board member and head of the Tire division Nikolai Setzer (Photo: Continental)

multiple vehicles. Here, the data are transmitted directly to fleet managers to assist their monitoring. In the event of deviations from the ideal status, ContiConnect sends notifications and suggests corrective measures. The system also delivers reports on tire performance and the overall efficiency of the fleet.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Continental AG Michael Nehring External Communications Manager Media Relations Commercial Vehicle Tires Phone: +49 (0) 511 938 21813 michael.nehring@conti.de Dr. Christiane SchĂśning Head of Communications Commercial Vehicle Tires Phone: +49 (0) 511 938 2683 christiane.pfeiffer@conti.de

Continental is to issue an update for ContiConnect in October. Among other things, the web portal will be given more setting options, and the entire application will get an improved appearance. (Photo: Continental)

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NEWS & REPORTS Flexco Europe GmbH

SOLIDS 2018 – Flexco to present solutions for economical conveyor operations

Designed for efficiency

One special feature of the PTEZ is that the belt guide pulley is polyurethane-coated as standard. This increases the pulley’s service life and gives it more grip in wet conditions. (Photo: Flexco Europe GmbH)

How can conveyor operations for bulk material be improved to maximize their efficiency? Flexco will be presenting answers at the SOLIDS 2018 trade show in Dortmund on November 7 and 8. Visitors will get to see solutions for avoiding material carryback, belt misalignment, material loss and belt slippage. The products on exhibit will include the PTEZ belt centering station, which detects belt misalignment and re-aligns it correctly. And for the first time, Flexco is also offering this solution in an economical version with a rubber-coated surface. The new PTEZ belt centering station is suitable for light to medium-duty applications and for reversible belts with widths of up to 1,200 mm. Conveyor system operators can also use the station for belts with worn or damaged edges. The station is very quick and easy to install thanks to the simple design of its brackets and components. One special feature of the PTEZ is the roller, which is polyurethanecoated as standard. A newcomer to our product range is an economical version with rubber instead of polyurethane.

Flexco supplies Flex-Lok skirt clamps for a wide range of load levels. They can be easily installed by one person. (Photo: Flexco Europe GmbH)

Visitors to the Flexco booth will also see the FLEXCO XP series of mechanical belt fasteners. These belt fasteners were specially developed for use in mining and underground operations. They’re suitable for conveyor belts made of woven PVG/PVC up to a strength of 1,750 N/mm. Users can apply the fasteners manually or with a hydraulic press, without damaging the fibers. The flat design of the belt fasteners improves the approach for cleaning systems and reduces contact with skirt elements and return rollers. This means that the system wears more slowly, and the joints hold for considerably longer than those of comparative competitor systems.

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NEWS & REPORTS Flexco offers various skirt systems to avoid loss of material in conveyor belt transfer. Skirt clamps combined with skirt rubbers effectively isolate the material on the belt without damaging the belt cover, enabling operators to easily reduce dust levels and increase material throughput at the same time. Flexco also supplies skirt clamps for a wide range of load levels. The Flex-Lok series clamps are very easily installed, for example, and Flexco customizes them for various conveyor systems, even for large and heavy material transfer tasks. To ensure that a belt can be safely cut and securely spliced by service technicians, Flexco has developed the TUG HD belt clamp. Suitable for a wide range of belt materials and types, it meets the high safety standards of the industry. TUG HD belt clamps are used to restrain or pull a conveyor belt and hold it firmly in place. Flexco will also be showing the advanced EZP1T precleaner system at the trade fair. The “T” here stands for torsion spring. The complete component requires less space than the tension spring, which is installed in the standard version. The features of the EZP1T include easy installation and fast, trouble-free maintenance. Conveyor system operators can choose from four different PU sheet versions, including designs for high and extremely high temperatures and a chemical-resistant version produced according to FDA regulations.

About FLEXCO Flexible Steel Lacing Company (FLEXCO), headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois in the USA, is the leading international specialist for mechanical conveyor belt fastener systems, belt cleaners, belt positioners, impact beds and pulley lagging for light- and heavy-duty applications. With the company‘s innovative solutions, end users can substantially reduce downtime and increase productivity. FLEXCO Europe GmbH is the German subsidiary of FLEXCO, and is headquartered in Rosenfeld, where the company currently has about 60 employees. For more information, see: www.flexco.com.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Flexco Europe GmbH Ingrid Mann Management Assistant & Marketing Services Leidringer Str. 40-42 72348 Rosenfeld Tel. +49 7428 9406 176 imann@flexco.com www.flexco.com

The mechanical belt fasteners of the FLEXCO XP series have been specially developed for use in mining and underground operations. (Photo: Flexco Europe GmbH)

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NEWS & REPORTS REMA TIP TOP AG

REMA TIP TOP and VULCTECH: Spectacular New Development for Brazil

World Premiere: Precise Coordination for Perfect Results - With all the high-quality components and perfectly matched dimensions, it is the control system that makes the Vulcpress model so unique for Brazil (Photo: REMA TIP TOP AG)

On behalf of REMA TIP TOP AG, VULCTECH GmbH has delivered an impressive innovation to Brazil. The REMA TIP TOP subsidiary from Altdorf specializes in the development and production of high-end vulcanizing presses for splicing of conveyor- belts. With the new vulcanizing press Vulcpress IVE, VULCTECH GmbH has again succeeded in launching several promising new developments. The modular press system is not only perfectly adapted to its tropical application, it also relies on the unique control system so far, which guarantees stable and uniform splicing results even in large dimensions. Vulcanizing presses, for splicing of fabric and steel cord reinforced conveyor -belts, deliver extreme performance in the toughest conditions and in often inaccessible areas. Therefore, the REMA TIP TOP subsidiary VULCTECH is setting up its „Vulcpress IVE (Innovative Vulcanizing Equipment)“, which has been successful on the market since 2015, in such a way that the press can be modified to meet customer-specific requirements. The model that VULCTECH has now delivered to Brazil is also a special development. Even if the vulcanizing presses from VULCTECH are designed upon request, they all have one thing in common: they meet the highest safety standards. Technical Director Andreas Knothe emphasizes: „High pressure, high temperatures and large dimensions - with products as powerful as the Vulcpress IVE, absolute safety is essential. The vulcanizing press that we delivered to Brazil, like all others, was thoroughly tested. The TÜV has

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tested the mechanical-physical properties and confirmed the safety of the system. „

Modular, Flexible and Powerful As with all VULCTECH-IVE presses, the conveyor- belt ends to be connected are pressed and heated between the pressure pad and the heating plate so that the vulcanization process is controlled - temperature and pressure create a durable splice of all rubber plies. Depending on the application, the pressure pads can be filled with air or a water glycol mixture. In the model that has now been delivered to Brazil, the water glycol mixture provides the necessary pressure. The insulating plates in the heating plates of the press used to heat the cords are not made

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NEWS & REPORTS of plywood as usual. Instead, glass fiber reinforced plastic was used, which much better suits the tropical climate of the application area. With its sophisticated, modular design, the press can vulcanize conveyor- belts with widths of 1.25 meters to 2.45 meters. Overall, the system consists of many elements. For a 2.45 meter wide conveyor belt, all elements are built together; if smaller belts have to be vulcanized, the press can be divided into two selfsufficient vulcanizing presses. In this special version the Vulcpress IVE can work with a maximum pressure of 16 bar.

Everything under Control The vulcanizing programs in the press are fully automated. Andreas Knothe reports: „We generally value the highest level of user-friendliness in our systems. After cooling the press, the water glycol mixture from the pressure pads can be automatically extracted without any mechanical effort (no unplugging and replacing the pressure hoses). All processes are subject to precise monitoring, which we have visualized via WLAN“. In real time, the user keeps track of the most important parameters such as outside temperature, humidity, temperature in the control cabinet and, of course, press pressure and vulcanization temperature. For complete documentation, the progress data is automatically recorded and can be released via USB port. This way, it is possible to trace the progress of a special vulcanization process even years later. Among other things, the VULCTECH Safety System ensures safety in the process. It protects the heating elements by only starting the press when all three phases are connected to the mains and the mains voltage is not exceeded or undercut by more than 10%.

World Premiere: Precise Coordination for Perfect Results With all the high-quality components and perfectly matched dimensions, it is the control system that makes the Vulcpress model so unique for Brazil - not only because of the control and safety devices, but above all because of a master-slave system for controlling the heating plates that has never been integrated into a vulcanizing press in the world before. In conventional vulcanizing presses, the heating plates of all control cabinets are started one after the other. Accordingly, they heat up with a time delay. In extreme cases, this means that while the conveyor-belt is still being heated in the middle, it is already cooling

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down again at the edge. This has a negative effect on the vulcanization results. With the new Vulcpress IVE, however, a central master control cabinet is superordinated to the so-called slave control cabinets, which control four heating plates of the vulcanizing press each. It ensures perfect timing and precise coordination of the control cabinets so that all 36 installed heating plates build up temperature at the same time. The conveyor belt is evenly vulcanized over its entire width - for a splice of stable durability on which the operator can absolutely rely. Andreas Knothe looks to the future: „With the new system we are already setting standards. But we will continue to develop our presses and their control cabinets in the future so that we can soon report on the next groundbreaking innovation“.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: REMA TIP TOP AG Sarah Grewing sarah.grewing@dbs-gruppe.de www.rema-tiptop.com

About REMA TIP TOP AG REMA TIP TOP is a global system provider of services and products in conveying and processing technology as well as tyre repair. The company has a global service network and offers a wide range of rubber products, rubber coatings and coatings for the industry as well as in the automotive sector. The company has built up a unique expertise in material development and industrial services for nearly a century and is active in the Material Processing, Surface Protection and Automotive divisions. At the end of the 2017 financial year, REMA TIP TOP generated sales of over one billion euros. The company employs more than 6,900 people worldwide and has more than 150 subsidiaries and affiliates including well-known brands such as Dunlop Belting Products South Africa, Cobra/ Depreux and Asplit. Further information at www.rema-tiptop.de.

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NEWS & REPORTS Epiroc AB

Epiroc wins orders for enhanced South African mining production

Epiroc’s Boltec 235 bolting machine is part of the orders by Murray & Roberts Cementatio. (Photo: Epiroc)

Stockholm, Sweden: Epiroc, a leading productivity partner for the mining, infrastructure and natural resources industries, has won significant mining equipment orders from Murray & Roberts Cementation (Pty) Limited in South Africa. Murray & Roberts Cementation recently ordered multiple drill rigs to be used for the underground production build-up of the Kalagadi Manganese mine in South Africa’s Northern Cape Province. The machines will ensure that the mine is operated with enhanced productivity, safety and cost efficiency. The orders total more than ZAR 160 million (SEK 100 million), of which more than half was placed in the third quarter 2018. “We are happy to be a key partner to Murray & Roberts Cementation as it expands productivity in the mine in the most cost efficient and safe manner possible,” said Helena Hedblom, Epiroc’s Senior Executive Vice President Mining and Infrastructure. “Murray & Roberts Cementation looks forward to building a productive and supportive relationship with Epiroc on the Kalagadi Mine,” said Otto Fourie, Murray & Roberts Cementation’s Project Executive for the Northern Cape.

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The orders include Boomer 282 face drilling rigs and Boltec 235 bolting machines. There will also be rock drilling tools, spare parts and on-site service support to back up Murray & Roberts Cementation. Murray & Roberts Cementation is the contractor for mining company Kalagadi Manganese (Pty) Ltd. Manganese is a metal with important industrial metal alloy uses, particularly in stainless steels. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Epiroc AB Ola Kinnander Media Relations Manager media@epiroc.com +46 70 347 2455 Helena Hedblom Senior Executive VP Mining and Infrastructure +46 10 755 0000

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Epiroc release fully automatic functionality for the Serpent ventilation system – Serpent Automatic

Epiroc release fully automatic functionality for the Serpent ventilation system – Serpent Automatic. (Photo: Epiroc AB)

Epiroc now takes its successful Serpent ventilation system to the next level by launching automatic functionality. Serpent Automatic optimizes air quality, air flow and energy expenditure automatically and can radically reduce energy consumption and ventilation costs. „This is more than an efficient ventilation system,“ says Diana Baldeon, Global Product Manager for Serpent Ventilation at Epiroc. „With the launch of Serpent Automatic, we are taking a giant leap into the future towards a more modern, reliable and cost-efficient automatic operation”. The smart Serpent Automatic module minimizes energy consumption while ensuring compliance with any environmental requirements and regulations. Sensors regularly measure carbon monoxide and nitrogen dioxide levels to determine air quality, then automatically adjust fan speed to continuously ensure adequate air flow and a perfectly regulated underground work environment. Serpent fan stations already in use, or other ventilation system equipped with VFD, can easily be upgraded to include the new automatic functions. Serpent Automatic is delivered as a central module that is mounted onto the

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base station, while the sensors are placed in the tunnel or mine. „Easy installation saves both time and money,“ says Baldeon. „It has been very important for us to create a truly installation-friendly solution. The only thing you need is a wireless network.“

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Epiroc AB Ann-Sofie Andersson Global Communications and Brand Manager, ann-sofie.andersson@epiroc.com Diana Baldeon Global Product Manager Serpent Automatic, diana.baldeon@epiroc.com

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Epiroc wins order from Cormidom in Dominican Republic to boost mining operation

The Epiroc Boomer M2 face drill rig is part of the order. (Photo: Epiroc AB)

Epiroc, a leading productivity partner for the mining, infrastructure and natural resources industries, has won a significant order in the Dominican Republic from mining company Corporación Minera Dominicana, commonly known as Cormidom. The equipment will strengthen productivity, safety and cost efficiency for the mine. Cormidom ordered Epiroc drill rigs and loading and hauling machines to be used in the Cerro de Maimon copper and zinc mine in the Dominican Republic. The machines will be used to develop the existing open pit mine into an underground mine and then to operate the mine with significantly increased productivity as well as enhanced safety and improved cost efficiency. The order totals more than USD 24 million (SEK 210 million) and was received in the second quarter 2018. “We are proud to be a key partner of Cormidom as they develop the Cerro de Maimon mine for significantly higher production,” said Helena Hedblom, Epiroc’s Senior Executive Vice President Mining and Infrastructure. “We are committed to delivering more productivity and safety to our customers at a lower total cost of operation.” Paul Arndt, the Managing Director of Perilya, the Australian parent of Cormidom, commented that, “Perilya has a long and successful operating history with Epiroc in Australia. We see this as a chance to build on this relationship and develop further a strong partnership utilizing Epiroc

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equipment throughout all the key phases of the mining cycle.” The order includes the Boomer M2 and Simba E7 drill rigs, the Scooptram ST18 underground loader and the Minetruck MT65, among other machines and rock drilling tools. The equipment will be delivered over the next two years

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Epiroc AB Ola Kinnander Media Relations Manager media@epiroc.com +46 70 347 2455 Helena Hedblom Senior Executive Vice President Mining and Infrastructure +46 10 755 0000

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NEUHEITEN & REPORTAGEN Kleemann GmbH

Recycling boom in Denmark: Machine sets from Kleemann are boosting productivity in recycling jobs

MOBIREX MR 130 Zi EVO2 achieves best results together with a screening plant. (Photo: Kleemann GmbH)

The Danish recycling market has been experiencing a real boom over recent years. With the services they offer, MIS Recycling A/S are reaping the benefits of this trend: the company has already been actively involved in the processing of residual construction materials for the last 20 years. To meet the huge demand, MIS now operate 10 impact crushing plants from Kleemann’s advanced MOBIREX series that achieve a high level of productivity. In Denmark, MIS are playing a pioneering role with their services. Each year, the recycling company processes approx. 3 million tonnes of residual construction materials and 100,000 tonnes of natural stone. One of the most frequent applications is the processing of asphalt. The impact crushing plants crush RAP into grain sizes of 0–6mm and 0–20mm. The final product is returned to the asphalt production cycle. Occasionally bricks, concrete and track ballast are also processed. The crushing and screening plants are transported straight to the desired location, remaining on site for one to two weeks, depending on the size of the project. It is important that the machines deployed have a long service life and high capacity, which is why MIS have been relying on Kleemann for their screening and crushing plants for many years.

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“The high quality and robustness of the plants impressed us as soon as we started using our first MOBIREX 130 mobile crushing plant in 2002,” says Martin Henriksen, Director of MIS Recycling A/S. In 2009 MIS decided to buy the latest MR EVO models. MIS now have 10 MOBIREX MR EVO2 plants and 3 MOBISCREEN screening plants of types MS 12 Z, MS 15 Z and MS 16 D. “The Kleemann plants just last longer, are more powerful and deliver a higher quality than other crushing plants we worked with,” says Henrik Hvid, Production Manager at MIS. “Service for the plants is also important for us. We can always rely on the team from the Wirtgen Group in Denmark.” The continuous use of the MOBIREX EVO2 impact crushing plants creates synergies: since the MIS operating personnel are very familiar with the plants, they do not need to adjust to different technology from one project to the next. It also simplifies the storage of spare parts. What is more, the two latest MR 130 Zi EVO2 plants are equipped with the new SPECTIVE control system, which

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NEUHEITEN & REPORTAGEN is particularly intuitive to use and even automates some machine functions. “It’s much easier to use the plants and no explanations are required,” says Martin Henriksen. “Our operators can control all machine functions and components very simply from the ground using the touch panel.” The flexibility of the plants is crucial for the contractor business. The MOBIREX EVO2 plants with their hydraulically folding hopper walls and side discharge conveyors are ready for operation in just 30 minutes. MIS not only work with the latest technology, but also set great store by efficient processes. That is why the company has, for instance, developed its own app to facilitate the recording of operations on sites throughout the country. „It’s important for us always to stay one step ahead – whether in terms of the crushing plants or our project management,” says Henrik Hvid. “The benefit of our many years of cooperation with Kleemann is that we can propose ideas for options that could make our work even more efficient.” The next few years are expected to see stricter regulations on the use of screening and crushing plants being implemented in the city centres of Copenhagen, Arhus and Odense. As it geared up for this development, it was important to MIS that the two new MR 130 Zi EVO2 plants met the exhaust emissions standard Tier 4 final. The Scania engine of the plant is fitted with a diesel particulate filter and a carbamide tank in order to reduce emissions of nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxides and fine dust. The company is thus well equipped to meet the future requirements of the Danish recycling market.

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About Kleemann GmbH Kleemann GmbH is a company of the Wirtgen Group, an expanding group of international companies in the construction machinery industry. This Group includes the five well-known brands, Wirtgen, Vögele, Hamm, Kleemann and Benninghoven, with their headquarters in Germany and local production sites in Brazil, India and China. Customer service is provided worldwide through its 55 independent sales and service outlets.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: KLEEMANN GmbH Mark Hezinger Manfred-Wörner-Straße 160 73037 Göppingen Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 7161 206-0 E-mail: mark.hezinger@kleemann.info www.kleemann.info

Martin Henriksen (Director MIS Recycling) and Henrik Hvid (Production Manager MIS) appreciate the intuitive control system SPECTIVE of the MOBIREX impact crushing plant. (Photo: Kleemann GmbH)

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NEWS & REPORTS Keestrack N.V.

Keestrack enters Japanese market: Strong partner for a strong market

The full hybrid scalper Keestrack K4e features a hybrid drive unit of 75 kW diesel engine (Tier 4f) and 75 kVa accumulator. In primary and secondary operation it offers production rates up to 350 tph. (Photo: KEESTRACK)

In March 2018 Keestrack, the international specialist in mobile processing technology, signed a dealership agreement with JCE Co, Ltd. based in Kanagawa near Tokyo. JCE distributes Keestrack’s whole range of tracked mobile crushers and screens and provides full customer service through its nationwide aftersales network. “The Japanese mineral recycling industry is one of the most advanced sectors worldwide attaining recycling rates of over 90 % in almost all typical construction waste categories”, says Michael Brookshaw, Global Distributor Manager of the Belgium-based Keestrack Group. “Technical and environmental standards are very high, resulting in a very competitive market situation for both local and global manufacturers. Keestrack’s now entering the Japanese market with its full range of mobile processing technologies – world leading in terms of modern hybrid drive concepts – and with our new distributor JCE, offering professional and nationwide service and support for all relevant sectors.”

Celebrating the new Partnership on the JCE stand at 27th New Environmental Exposition Tokyo (from left): Yuji Yoshisako, General Manager JCE; Chairman of the board Frank Toyotaka Fujii, CEO Akihiko Kosugi and Michael Brookshaw, General Distributor Manager Keestrack. (Photo: KEESTRACK)

Founded in 1984, JCE is today headquartered in Kanagawa, near Tokyo, totalling a staff of 33 employees (turnover: approx. 1 Billion Yen (7.8 Mill. EUR). Since 2017 the company is part of Hiroshima Hino Motors, Japan’s largest distributor for medium and heavy duty trucks. JCE’s offering for the recycling industries consists of

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NEWS & REPORTS mobile processing plants and attachments for organic and mineral waste, including shredders, crushers, screens and stackers for both highly mobile urban applications and semi-stationary production on stock yards or recycling centres. The company’s product portfolio covers Japanese brands and leading international manufacturers. As exclusive distributor, JCE substantially invests in reliable aftersales structures including wear and spare parts, nationwide support and comprehensive rental fleet. “Introducing Keestrack into the Japanese market, we’re definitely boosting our recycling portfolio for customers requiring highly productive mobile plants over 150 tph”, says JCE General Manager Yuji Yoshisako. “Japanese customers are very quality-conscious and have a great appreciation for state-of-the-art technologies. With Keestrack we meet both demands and throughout all product families, which makes us now to the one-stop-shop for smaller, mediumsized and even large recycling contractors, requiring over 600 tph in combined processing lines.” Accordingly, the advanced Keestrack hybrid and electric plug-in drive concepts are a key argument for JCE’s sales experts: “Fuel savings up to 30% in stand-alone diesel-electric operation, even while supplying power to a secondary screener or stacker, is a direct benefit for our customers. Switched to grid – as then full-electric units – Keestrack plants save up to 70 % on energy costs compared to conventional dieselhydraulic drive and allow emission-free operation in urban districts or sensitive areas.” Consequently, a full hybrid tracked mobile Keestrack K4e scalper made the Japanese premiere for the Belgiumbased manufacturer on JCE’s stand at the 27th New Environmental Exposition Tokyo in late May 2018. The K4e is one of seven models of Keestrack’s scalper programme, ranging from 150 tph (K2) to 1200 tph (K8). Unique for the market, all models are now available in full hybrid plug-in “e”-version. “All our scalpers are very flexible as highly mobile stand-alone units. With their innovative design and very efficient screen boxes with a great variety of screening media they also complement ideally our full hybrid jaw, impact and cone crushers as primary or secondary screen. With

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significantly low operation cost, when driven through the crushers’ diesel/generator units or switched to mains, those combinations guarantee high output rates of defined end products for both recycling contractors and smaller to medium-size pits an quarries,” concludes Michael Brookshaw.

About Keestrack In 1996 Kees Hoogendoorn and his wife Annet Schoenmaker started Keestrack with an ambitious vision: to build the world’s first direct feed scalper. 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.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Keestrack N.V. Marcel Kerkhofs Marketing Manager Tel.: +32 (0)89 51 58 51 Email: marketing@keestrack.net In March 2018, JCE technicians and sales expert were successfully introduced into operation and servicing of Keestrack’s mobile processing technologies. (Photo: KEESTRACK)

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NEWS & REPORTS Keestrack N.V.

Keestrack at the World Demolition Summit 2018

Hybrid R3e impact crusher shortlisted!

The 30% larger screening area of the new optional single-deck afterscreen unit, and recycling of the oversized fraction, increases the performance of the Keestrack R3e for the production of high-grade granulate. (Photo: KEESTRACK)

Keestrack will be competing for the “Innovation, Plant & Equipment” award at the World Demolition Summit in Dublin, Ireland. Keestrack‘s hybrid R3e, track-mounted impact crusher has been shortlisted alongside four other companies. The compact transport and operating dimensions give the fully equipped 32-ton impact crusher all the advantages of the diesel-electric hybrid concept offered by Keestrack for most of its mobile crusher and screening equipment. The hybrid drive is highly efficient and the R3e can operate entirely emission-free on account of its plug-in function. Furthermore, the sound level of the machine drops by 30% when the plug-in function is in use, making the crusher eminently suitable for urban areas.

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was emphasized by the bestowal of the Red Dot Design award. The Red Dot jury took into consideration the machine‘s design, functionality, safety and ease of use.

The Keestrack R3e, with its wide range of applications, belongs to the new generation of hybrid drive crushers . The R3e is a successor to the R3 (formerly known as the Destroyer 1011) and has a very attractive design, which

These functionalities were also recognised by the panel of adjudicators of the World Demolition Summit, for which Keestrack‘s R3e has been shortlisted in the face of

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NEWS & REPORTS The new Red Dot-winning design of the Keestrack machine with wide opening doors and shielding simplifies operation and maintenance quite considerably. (Photo: KEESTRACK)

a record number of entries. The winner will be announced during the award ceremony in Dublin on 8 November. Like its predecessor, the R3e is exceedingly mobile on tracks, is quickly operational and is easy to load. The new large protective covers and wide opening doors afford optimum accessibility and facilitate maintenance. Moreover, the fully hybrid R3e, with its diesel-electric drive and fully electric plug-in mains operations, affords cost savings of up to 70%. The R3e can also provide electrical power to other electrical equipment, like a stacker, via the plug-out connector. At the core of the R3e is the high-performance impact crusher unit with an inlet of 770 x 960 mm, which in combination with the heavy-duty 920-mm rotor (diameter: 1,100 mm, 3,200 kg) and high rotor speeds affords impressive crushing capacities of up to 250 tonnes/h. Specially adapted crushing tools, a wide adjustment range of both impact aprons (with optional milling beam) and a tried and tested overload protection system ensure a wide range of applications, from concrete recycling subject to intensive wear, to the production of high-grade natural stone granulate.

Hybrid solution with a high performance potential Thanks to the 235 kW EU IV Volvo diesel engine (optional EU IIIA; 260 kW) and the 300 kVA generator as an integrated power source, the new Keestrack R3e is fully self-contained and exceedingly flexible for

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deployment on construction sites. The crusher is driven by an electric motor with an output of 132 kW or optionally 160 kW. The crusherâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s performance characteristics can be adjusted further by the drive pulleys (375 mm/450 mm). All hydraulic components (track drive, crusher control, hoisting hydraulics, feeder/prescreen unit, cooling fans) are powered by a 45-kW electric motor with two loadsensing pumps. The intensive use of electric drives for all conveyors and peripheral equipment means that complex extensive, expensive and disturbance-sensitive hydraulic pipes are a thing of the past. New cyclone extraction technology reduces the requisite volume of hydraulic oil in the system with identical change intervals to a mere 75 litres, thereby decreasing the maintenance and operating costs considerably. The R3e has an external 32 A plug-out connector for the efficient operation of peripheral equipment as an electric screener or stacker, and also a standard plug-in connector for fully electrical operation on mains or auxiliary generator power. All functions are available via the PLC control with the new intuitive operating panel and the extensive wireless remote control, without the use of the integrated diesel engine. At almost 4.4 mÂ˛, the new optional single-deck afterscreen offers roughly 30% more screening area than the previous model, thereby optimising performance for the production of high-grade granulate. Thanks to the recycling conveyor and optional windsifter for light materials (plastic, wood etc.), it is possible to produce granulates in a closed system and prevent contamination. If desired, the oversized fraction can be removed as a secondary product via a removable side conveyor. All other conveyors, including

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NEWS & REPORTS the optional output of the natural fine fraction from the prescreener, can be folded away hydraulically for transport purposes (transport dimensions L x B x H: 12,900 x 2,540 x 3,200 mm). Even when fully equipped (including a milling beam) the fully hybrid R3e has a transport weight of a mere 33 tonnes. Thanks to the integrated diesel engine, the hybrid Keestrack machines offer higher profitability and increased flexibility and mobility, either as fully self-contained standalone solutions or as a fully electrical production line of crushers linked via cables to other hybrid or fully electrical screening units or stackers.

About Keestrack In 1996 Kees Hoogendoorn and his wife Annet Schoenmaker started Keestrack with an ambitious vision: to build the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first direct feed scalper. 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.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Keestrack N.V. Marcel Kerkhofs Marketing Manager Tel.: +32 (0)89 51 58 51 Email: marketing@keestrack.net An operating weight of max. 33 tonnes means that the new fully hybrid Keestrack R3e ensures full flexibility for often changing work locations. (Photo: KEESTRACK)

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NEWS & REPORTS Metso Group

Metso to increase its foundry capacity in India to meet the growing global demand for cast wears for mining and aggregate industries

Metso to increase its foundry capacity in India to meet the growing global demand for cast wears for mining and aggregate industries (Photo: Metso)

Metso is investing in the development of its foundry capacity in Vadodara, India. The initial investment includes the acquisition of the property and foundry assets of a privatelyowned foundry project, Mega Cast. Metso expects to invest a total of approx. EUR 25 million to purchase the assets and to develop the foundry by 2020. With this investment Metso is responding to the global market demand by increasing production capabilities in cast wear parts for the aggregates and mining industries. „This investment fully aligns with our profitable growth strategy. It further expands our global manufacturing footprint in foundry products, improving our operational capabilities and allowing us to meet our customers‘ growing needs both in terms of availability as well as reduced lead times,“ says Sami Takaluoma, President, Minerals Consumables business area at Metso. „We are continuously investigating new ways to develop our supply capabilities through our own manufacturing facilities as well as through our supplier network.“ The foundry development will begin as soon as the acquisition of the foundry assets has been completed. The first product deliveries from the Vadodara foundry are expected by the end of 2019 and the production will ramp up quickly in 2020. The new foundry will be built to follow Metso‘s sustainability and quality principles.

About Metso Metso is a world-leading industrial company offering equipment and services for the sustainable processing and flow of natural resources in the mining, aggregates, recycling and process industries. With our unique knowledge and innovative solutions, we help our customers improve their operational efficiency, reduce risks and increase profitability. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki in Finland and had sales of about EUR 2.7 billion in 2017. Metso employs over 12,000 people in more than 50 countries.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Metso Group. Pirjo Virtanen, VP, Metallic Supply Chain, Minerals Consumables business area, Tel. +358 20 484 4237 | e-mail: pirjo.virtanen@metso.com Kamal Pahuja, SVP, Metso India, Tel. +91 124 271 6001 | email: kamal.pahuja@metso.com

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NEWS & REPORTS Metso Group

Metso celebrates its 150th anniversary

The first mobile crushers manufactured at Lokomo were introduced in 1920â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s. (Photo: Metso)

In 2018, Metso celebrates its 150th anniversary. The story of Metso started in 1868 as a local ironworks, and is linked to the development of urban environments and the modern way of life. Metso has evolved through a series of mergers, acquisitions and divestments. With our own operations in more than 50 countries and over 12,000 dedicated professionals working for us, Metso today is truly a global industrial company providing the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s mining, aggregates, recycling, and process industries with innovative solutions for the sustainable processing and flow of natural resources. During its 150 years, Metso has been in many businesses, ranging from steam engines, locomotives, car manufacturing, forest machines, and pulp and paper machines, to valves, metal and waste recycling equipment, and solutions for rock and mineral crushing and screening, to name but a few.

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One of our core areas of expertise today is aggregates and minerals processing: key ingredients for the construction and manufacture of the infrastructure, housing and consumables needed for growing populations and urban areas. The first innovations that kicked off mechanical crushing and screening processes in the mines and quarries were introduced in the 1800s. Bruno Nordberg, a Finnish migrant who settled in Michigan in the US, produced some of the first crushing equipment for mines. In 1928, Nordberg acquired the Symons cone crusher technology, an innovation that revolutionized crushing practices in the mines and quarries. Bergeaud & Bruno was established in France in 1895 to manufacture crushing equipment, and in Tampere, Finland, Lokomo produced its first jaw crushers at the beginning of the 1920s. These industry pioneers are all key components of our DNA.

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NEWS & REPORTS High-pressure grinding technology used in mining operations is one example of our energy-saving solutions. (Photo: Metso)

Metso is probably the only company in the world that can say that it has been providing equipment and services for the recycling business already for 100 years. With the importance of the circular economy increasing, recycling is more important than ever. Metso is in a good position to provide the necessary equipment and services to handle virtually any type of waste or scrap metal. Our metal recycling offering rests on a strong platform built on the LindemannTM, Texas ShredderTM and N-SeriesTM technology, covering a wide range of efficient solutions for the fragmentation, compaction and separation of different types of metal scrap. We are also one of the world‘s leading suppliers of solid waste recycling equipment, thanks to the acquisition of M&J Industries in Denmark in 2010.

The amalgamation of Svedala Industri Ab into Metso in 2001, and the introduction of solutions like primary gyratory crushers, grinding mills and vertical shaft impactors was elemental in the creation of a full-scope offering for crushing and screening. Thanks to our strong installed base and close cooperation with our customers, we have been able to continuously develop our services, equipment and systems to best meet the needs of our customers. Our latest innovations - like Life Cycle Services, energyefficient HRC® high-pressure grinding technology, MegalinerTM mill linings, the MXTM Multi-Action cone crusher and Lokotrack® Urban(TM) jaw crushing plants - have quickly become household names among our customers around the world. Digitalization, sustainability and energy-efficiency are some of the focus areas in our current R&D projects. The Metso Metrics concept, which comprises of a cloud-based, remote monitoring and data visualization service for mobile crushing plants, will soon be introduced to mining and recycling processes, too.

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In flow control, our solutions are built on innovative Neles® and Jamesbury® valve solutions. Neles Oy was established by Antti Nelimarkka and Eino Santasalo in 1956. The first Neles valves were originally designed for the needs of the pulp and paper industry. Soft-sealed Jamesbury valves, Mapag® valves (now part of the Neles product portfolio), valve controllers and globe valves were later added to the portfolio to complement the offering. Today, various process industries - often located close to urban areas and including, for example, pulp and paper, chemicals, energy, gas processing and LNG, industrial gas, and refining - rely on our flow control products and services to run their processes safely and reliably.

Metso has developed one of the industry‘s most advanced range of solutions for handling virtually any type of waste and scrap metal. (Photo: Metso)

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Approximately 60% the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s liquid gas and 75% of pulp flows through Metsoâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s valves. (Photo: Metso)

Photo exhibition to celebrate the anniversary To celebrate our 150th anniversary, we had organized a photo exhibition illustrating how Metso has taken part in shaping and building the modern world. The exhibition featured photos, stories and insights into how the world and the industry we work with have changed over the time. The focus was on three main themes: Building urban environments, Enabling the modern way of living, and Reaching for the future. There was also a display of the #Kivikone (Rock machine) photo competition.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Metso Group. Helena Marjaranta Vice President, Global Communications Metso Corporation Tel. +358 20 484 3212 Email helena.marjaranta@metso.com

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Metso welcomes Stowers Machinery Corporation to distributor network

Stowers Machinery Corporation will offer Metso‘s mobile and stationary crushing and screening products, including the LT106(TM) mobile jaw crushing plant with additional features, such as a screen module and long main conveyor (Photo: Metso)

Stowers Machinery Corporation will offer Metso‘s mobile and stationary crushing and screening products to Eastern Tennessee contractors in the construction, recycling and demolition markets. Stowers Machinery Corporation employs more than 350 people. Headquartered in Knoxville, it has six store locations in five cities throughout East Tennessee offering sales, rental, parts and service support. „Metso is pleased to partner with a distributor that shares the same customer-centric values and philosophy,“ said Ben Hansbury, Vice President, Distribution Sales at Metso. „Stowers‘ commitment to growth and development in this market, along with their emphasis on services, makes them a solid addition to our distributor network.“ „At Stowers, we pride ourselves on offering the highest quality equipment and services to our customers,“ said Travis Smith, General Sales Manager at Stowers Machinery Corporation. „Adding the Metso brand to our lineup of construction and recycling equipment continues that tradition.“ Together with Metso, this relationship will bring over 200 years of experience and support to the customers of East Tennessee.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Metso Corporation. Tom Sewell, Distribution Manager, Southeast USA, Tel. +1 717 855-8491, Email: tom.sewell@metso.com Stephanie Kaminski, Head of Marketing and Communications - North America Tel. +1 412 965-5533, Email: stephanie.kaminski@metso.com

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NEWS & REPORTS Tenova

Industry 4.0 and Circular Economy: Top Priorities of Tenova R&D Projects

Tenova announces its participation in BigData@MA, CyberMan4.0 and ECOSLAG – three R&D projects in partnership with key stakeholders of the European metals industry (Photo: Tenova)

Tenova announces its participation in BigData@MA, CyberMan4.0 and ECOSLAG – three R&D projects in partnership with key stakeholders of the European metals industry Castellanza, – The challenges that will determine the success of the industry are continuous innovation and environmental sustainability. This is why Tenova, a company of the Techint Group specialized in innovative solutions for the metals and mining industries, is investing in several Research, Development, & Innovation projects with focus on industry 4.0 and circular economy. Over the course of 2018, Tenova, in partnership with leading European players of the industry, has launched three cooperative R&D projects supported by public funding, namely BigData@MA, CyberMan4.0 and ECOSLAG. The company’s participation in these endeavours is part of its broader commitment to creating a “sustainable smart factory” through the integration of the enabling technologies of the Industry 4.0 and the principles of circular economy, so to optimize the productive process and minimise its environmental footprint.

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“Tenova has always worked at enhancing plant efficiency, productivity and quality, and Research & Development represents a key focus area for the company. However, the challenges that affect our industry cannot be faced alone anymore: Tenova believes in open innovation to implement the transformation triggered by digitalization and circular economy. BigData@MA, CyberMan4.0 and ECOSLAG represent a significant step towards this direction”, affirmed Andrea Lovato, Tenova CEO. BigData@MA stands for Big Data application at Manufacturing and aims to develop a specific Big Data application framework as a tool to give online support in decision-making process and task execution. Tenova will investigate the application of Big Data technologies in Pomini Tenova roll grinding machines in order to allow predictive maintenance. This two-year project is cofinanced by the European Commission, the Lombardy Region and the Belgian Walloon Region as part of the MANUNET Transnational Call 2017, and is led by Rina Consulting - Centro Sviluppi Materiali S.p.A.

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NEWS & REPORTS CyberMan4.0 – Cyber-Physical System-based approach for intelligent data-driven maintenance operations applied to the rolling area – intends to develop an innovative Integrated-MaintenanceModel4.0, supporting the transition from traditional preventive maintenance to predictive maintenance. Tenova will define, install and commission innovative sensors in Pomini Tenova roll grinders and specific software, which will make possible to collect, process and analyze all relevant data to detect at early stage component malfunctions of the machines, improving operations and equipment reliability. CyberMan4.0 will last forty-two months and is partly funded through the European Commission Research & Innovation Fund for Coal and Steel, involving several key players of the steel industry led by Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna (SSSA). ECOSLAG – Eco-friendly steelmaking slag solidification with energy recovery to produce a high quality slag product for a sustainable recycling – has the objective to identify and examine operational technical solutions for waste heat recovery from steelworks slag, while obtaining slag that can be used as valuable product allowing to minimise the ecological footprint. Tenova takes part in the project with focus on the granulation of EAF slag and its pilot application at industrial scale at A.C.P. Acciaieria di Cividate al Piano S.r.l. plant. The project will last forty-two months and is co-financed by the European Commission Research & Innovation Fund for Coal and Steel. The partners are led by FEHS-Institut für Baustoff-Forschung e.V. (FEHS).

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

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Tenova. Sara Secomandi +39 0331 444 110 sara.secomandi@tenova.com Giuseppe Lucido +39 335 6033 314 giuseppe.lucido@edelman.com

Tenova announces its participation in BigData@MA, CyberMan4.0 and ECOSLAG – three R&D projects in partnership with key stakeholders of the European metals industry (Photo: Tenova)

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Tenova Contracted for 13th EAF Consteel® Evolution in China

Thanks to continuous improvement in research, Tenova EAF Consteel® fulfils Chinese steelmakers’ needs of minimizing CO2 emissions in steel production. (Photo: Tenova)

Thanks to continuous improvement in research, Tenova EAF Consteel® fulfils Chinese steelmakers’ needs of minimizing CO2 emissions in steel production. Castellanza, – Tenova, a Techint Group company specializing in innovative solutions for the metals and mining industries, was recently awarded a EAF (Electric Arc Furnace) Consteel® Evolution by Yunnan Qujing Iron and Steel Group Phoenix I&S Company Ltd, Yunnan Province. This contract represents the thirteenth state-ofthe-art EAF Consteel® Evolution project in China, with the first project awarded in February of 2017. Recent governmental reforms have triggered a shift from BF-BOF (integral steelmaking) plants towards EAF technology. The goals of the steel reforms include the reduction of CO2 emissions and overcapacity, and the implementation of innovative industrial technologies. Chinese steelmakers have adopted the government’s recommended business approach, and are requesting higher quality products, technologies to increase productivity and environmentally friendly solutions.

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Tenova EAF Consteel® Evolution offers high quality standards as well as a more environmentally friendly approach to production compared to traditional steelmaking methods. With more than sixty references worldwide, Tenova EAF Consteel® is considered the best available proven technology in terms of balance/mix between innovation, reliability and sustainability. “We are very proud of this achievement, as it proves that Chinese steelmakers value our solution. Four out of the thirteen EAF Consteels® have already completed the commissioning phase, already receiving the Final Acceptance Certificate for one of them. Over the next months, we will complete the other projects”, stated Cristian Cattalini, Tenova Upstream Manager. “The state-of-the-art of our projects confirms Tenova’s strong commitment to maintain the performances that have been agreed and promised to the clients. This is in line Tenova’s top priority: to be a reliable partner and to improve our service continuously.”

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NEWS & REPORTS “Based on the analysis of the market trend and on the governmental regulations, it clearly emerges that Chinese steelmakers will invest increasingly in greener, reliable and innovative technologies. Thanks to the trust gained on the field in the past 20 years, with proven technology and reliable performances, we expect China to continue to be a key market for Tenova”, commented Chen Jie, Tenova Director of Sales Metals China, Upstream.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Tenova. Sara Secomandi +39 0331 444 110 sara.secomandi@tenova.com Giuseppe Lucido +39 335 6033 314 giuseppe.lucido@edelman.com

Thanks to continuous improvement in research, Tenova EAF Consteel® fulfils Chinese steelmakers’ needs of minimizing CO2 emissions in steel production. (Photo: Tenova)

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NEWS & REPORTS TEREX

Lifting during ongoing operations: Demag® CC 6800-1 Lattice Boom Crawler Crane erects steel structure at Power Plant Premises

Lifting during ongoing operations: Demag® CC 6800-1 Lattice Boom Crawler Crane erects steel structure at Power Plant Premises. (Photo: TEREX)

Crane service provider Sarilar faced two main challenges when erecting a new building at the premises of the Adana Sugözü coal-fired power plant on behalf of Termokimik: On one hand, the steel structures that needed to be lifted had a length of over 50 meters and weighed 265 tonnes, making them not only extremely unwieldy, but also heavy. This meant that the only possible solution was to use a powerful crane. On the other hand, space at the work site was extremely tight, meaning that the crane also had to be very compact and maneuverable. The CC 6800-1 lattice boom crawler crane met these requirements. However, the crane first needed to be transported from the Sarilar location in Gebze, near Istanbul, to the work site in Adana, in the south of Turkey. “Our convoy of just under 30 transport trucks and five heavy-haulage lowbed trailers needed almost two weeks to complete the 900-kilometer journey,” reports Technical Manager Zafer Yazici, who was responsible for the project. Once the convoy arrived at the work site in Adana, the ten-person rigging team started tackling the challenges that awaited it: “We had to set up the crane while the power plant was running. This, of course, meant that there were a number of restrictions that we had to observe, especially in terms of when and where we could move. So you need to add that to the fact that space at the premises was already pretty tight. We also had to use two telescopic

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cranes to set up the boom, sometimes working at heights of up to 15 meters. Our technicians used an aerial work platform for all work at height rigging operations,” Zafer Yazici says when describing the challenging conditions at the site. In view of these challenges, the extremely high temperatures that were sometimes experienced by the Sarilar team at the work site were virtually of no consequence: “We’re used to the heat and our team can definitely handle it,” Zafer Yazici dryly puts it.

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NEWS & REPORTS Lifting height of up to 100 meters at 44-meter radius For the lifts, the team chose an SWSL boom configuration with a 72-meter main boom and a 42-meter luffing jib. With this setup, the CC 6800-1 was well equipped to lift the 52-meter-long, five-meter-tall, 0.5-meter-wide, 255-tonne steel structures at a radius of 44 meters to heights of up to 100 meters. “Despite meticulous preparation, this was a challenge for our crane operators, as the tight space conditions required utmost precision. However, the fact that the CC 6800-1 features extremely responsive controls made their work much easier and confirmed that we’d chosen the right crane for the job,” Zafer Yazici reports. In order to ensure that everything would be under control at all times during the lifts, the three crane operators were assisted not only by the site manager, but also by a supervisor and several signalpeople.

Everyone brings their A game The CC 6800-1 crane was scheduled to be at the work site for a total of ten months. “Thanks to our careful planning and the crane’s high reliability, we were able to stick to this schedule without a problem. In fact, the crane proved to be a highly dependable and extremely powerful machine during every single project phase,” Hanifi Gürbüz, who is on Sarilar’s Board of Directors, happily summarizes. The feedback from Termokimik, which operates the power plant, was just as positive, and the company’s expectations were more than met by Sarilar.

About Sarilar Uluslararasi Nakliyat The Turkish SARILAR Group is not only headquartered in Gebze, near Istanbul, but also has locations in Izmir and Mersin. The company offers its comprehensive services worldwide, including heavy-load lifts of all types that it carries out with a fleet of over 200 telescopic and lattice boom mobile and crawler cranes – of which 17 are Terex cranes. In addition, SARILAR can take care of heavy haulage projects for weights of up to 14,400 tonnes. For more information, visit www.sarilar.com.tr

About Terex Terex Corporation is a global manufacturer of lifting and material processing products and services delivering lifecycle solutions that maximize customer return on investment. Major Terex brands include Terex, Genie, Powerscreen and Demag. Terex solutions serve a broad range of industries, including construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, shipping, transportation, refining, energy, utilities, quarrying and mining. Terex offers financial products and services to assist in the acquisition of Terex equipment through Terex Financial Services. More information about Terex is available on its website: www. Terex.com, and on its LinkedIn page -- www.linkedin.com/ company/terex and Facebook page -- www.facebook. com/TerexCorporation. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: TEREX Contact for North America: Dustin Hamburg Marketing Communication Tel. +1 405 491 2269 E-mail: Dustin.Hamburg@terex.com Contact for rest of world: Damien Bizjak Marketing Communication Tel. +49 6332 83 1023 E-mail: Damien.Bizjak@terex.com

Lifting during ongoing operations: Demag® CC 6800-1 Lattice Boom Crawler Crane erects steel structure at Power Plant Premises. (Photo: TEREX)

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NEWS & REPORTS Ditch Witch

The Ditch Witch® Organization Launches New, Innovative JT20XP Directional Drill Package

The Ditch Witch® Organization Launches New, Innovative JT20XP Directional Drill Package. (Photo: Ditch Witch)

Full 118-hp utilization offers large-scale, industry-leading power without compromising jobsite footprint. Ditch Witch®, a Charles Machine Works Company, released a new JT20XP horizontal directional drill (HDD) package featuring a JT20XP drill and XP44 mixing system. The industry-first solution is the only drilling system in its class to utilize all on-board horsepower for thrust and rotation. Together, the full 118-hp solution provides operators industry-leading power and superior productivity for larger utility-installation jobs. “We designed the JT20XP package to complement the unique needs of HDD contractors in the mid-sized utilityinstallation space,” said Seth Matthesen, Ditch Witch HDD category manager. “The JT20XP drill provides improved spindle torque and speed over its predecessor, while delivering 56 percent more mud flow than competitive units. It’s matched by the XP44’s superior mixing capabilities to offer a more productive solution for larger jobs, while retaining a small, compact footprint.”

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The full XP package features an innovative, compact design making it easy to maneuver and transport between urban jobsites. And it offers contractors an all-diesel jobsite for more convenient operations and simple fuel service. Powered by a 74.5-hp Tier-4 Deutz® diesel engine, the JT20XP HDD maximizes available horsepower for thrust and rotation. The drill delivers 14 percent increased spindle torque over its predecessor and offers 10 percent increased spindle speed than competitive units, allowing operators the ability to run downhole tooling at faster speeds for improved underground cutting. With no grease zerks – a Ditch Witch exclusive – the JT20XP is easy to maintain for increased uptime. And, the environmentally friendly, Tier-4 engine requires no DEF, further simplifying maintenance.

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NEWS & REPORTS Following a similar look and feel to all Ditch Witch drills, the JT20XP is equipped with a newly designed operator’s station featuring ergonomic, adjustable seats to keep the operator comfortable for long hours on the job. And, an advanced, color LCD display provides engine diagnostics and informational messages, including electronic strike indicators (ESID), helping operators stay aware of what’s going on in and around the drill and jobsite. The XP44 mixing system is equipped with a dedicated 44-hp Tier 4 Yanmar® diesel engine for superior mixing capabilities and drilling fluid delivery. As a powerful standalone, dieselpowered mixing system, the XP44 offers excellent mixing capabilities in a quieter package for less disruption in noise-sensitive areas. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Ditch Witch Sean Hubbard sean.hubbard@ditchwitch.com Phone: 80.572.2203 Ditch Witch info@ditchwitch.com Phone: 800-654-6481

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About the Ditch Witch® Organization Ditch Witch, a Charles Machine Works Company, invented the underground utility construction industry, and today it designs, manufactures and markets the most complete line of directional drills, drill pipe, HDD tooling, vacuum excavators, trenchers, chain, teeth and sprockets, mini-skid steers and vibratory plows. Handcrafted in the USA, its products are supported by the Ditch Witch dealer network with over 175 locations worldwide.

About Charles Machine Works Established in 1902, Charles Machine Works, an employee-owned company, founded in Perry, Oklahoma, is the only manufacturer and global distributor that solely exists to make underground utility construction profitable. Our family of companies includes Ditch Witch®, Subsite® Electronics, DW/TXS®, HammerHead®, Radius® HDD, American Augers®, Trencor® and MTI® Equipment. For more information, visit charlesmachinev.works.

The Ditch Witch® Organization Launches New, Innovative JT20XP Directional Drill Package. (Photo: Ditch Witch)

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Ditch Witch® Organization Partners with MetaFLO Technologies, Offering Solidification Reagents to Extended Network of Users

Ditch Witch® Organization Partners with MetaFLO Technologies, Offering Solidification Reagents to Extended Network of Users. (Photo: Ditch Witch)

MetaFLO reagents help contractors safely, efficiently and quickly dispose of liquid spoils from underground construction projects. Dumping liquid spoils from directional drilling is highly regulated, costly and time consuming. To combat these challenges, Ditch Witch®, a Charles Machine Works Company, has partnered with MetaFLO Technologies to be the exclusive provider of SolidState™ 2 and SolidState™ 6 solidification reagents. This partnership will provide a more accessible and efficient process for the solidification of drilling spoils to an extended network of users and contractors. Utilizing the SolidState 2 and SolidState 6 reagents, underground construction contractors can easily and quickly solidify and stabilize drilling fluids to cut time, costs and the environmental impact of disposing waste. These reagents can convert liquid spoils into a solid in the time it takes to get to a dump site, or less, and create dry, stackable solids for easy handling and transportation.

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“Our partnership with MetaFLO will allow our customers to easily access products that help dispose of liquid spoils in a safe and efficient way,” said Randy Rupp, Ditch Witch vice president of Product Strategy. “The SolidState reagents allow for a quicker and less costly way to dump liquid spoils that is beneficial for a wide range of users in a highly regulated industry.” “We’re excited to partner with the Ditch Witch organization to expand our offering throughout their global dealership network and create convenience for our current HDD users with one stop for reagents, drills, recycling systems, service and support.” said Andrew McNabb, MetaFLO president and CEO. Both the SolidState reagents are exclusively sold through the global Ditch Witch dealer network, providing a one-stop shop to underground construction contractors for their jobsite needs.

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NEWS & REPORTS The SolidState 2 reagent is engineered to work in conjunction with mixing systems for large volume applications. It solidifies liquids in fewer than 30 minutes using a typical dosage of 0.5 – 1.5 percent by weight. The SolidState 6 reagent is specifically designed for heavier, semi-solid waste streams. It absorbs quickly and works immediately, solidifying liquids in fewer than 10 minutes using a typical dosage of 0.25 – 1 percent by weight. One specific customer was using a competitive product in attempt to dry liquid spoils before removal – using between 3,400 and 5,100 pounds of the product per a 20yard bin of spoils to get it dry enough to transport to a dump site. This process was costing the customer between $420 and $610 on top of disposal weight costs. After switching to MetaFLO, the customer now uses only 250 pounds of the SolidState 6 reagent to solidify the same amount of spoils at a cost of $310, a $110 to $300 savings every time. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Ditch Witch Sean Hubbard sean.hubbard@ditchwitch.com Phone: 80.572.2203 Ditch Witch info@ditchwitch.com Phone: 800-654-6481

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About MetaFLO Technologies MetaFLO is North America’s leading provider of innovative, environmentally friendly reagents and patented mechanical delivery systems for the treatment of liquid and semi-solid waste streams. Simply put, MetaFLO helps contractors turn liquid waste into a manageable solid at the site of the fluid generation.

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NEWS & REPORTS Kobelco Construction Machinery Europe B.V. (KCME)

Kobelco Construction Machinery enters Spanish and Portuguese markets with four new authorised dealer partners

Fuelmac, Portugal: Kobelco Construction Machinery enters Spanish and Portuguese markets with four new authorised dealer partners. (Photo: Kobelco)

Kobelco Construction Machinery Europe B.V. (KCME) is pleased to announce the expansion of its European network with four new authorised dealer partners. Over the past three years, the Spanish and Portuguese construction industries have seen significant growth, mainly driven by residential and commercial construction, and the appointment of Maquinaria J Aurteneche, Malcop s.l and Aldimak (in Spain) and Fuelmac, Lda (in Portugal) demonstrates KCME’s commitment to service its customers in these regions. Maquinaria J Aurteneche was appointed as an official Kobelco partner in January and is KCME’s first Spanish dealer. Established in 1945 in the north of the country, the family-run company specialises in the sale of construction, excavation and forestry machinery, offers machine rental and is well-equipped for aftersales servicing and providing spare parts support. So far, the new dealer has taken delivery of a number of mid-range and large Kobelco models.

Kobelco SK230SRLC-5 arrives at Aurteneche: Kobelco Construction Machinery enters Spanish and Portuguese markets with four new authorised dealer partners. (Photo: Kobelco)

Maquinaria J Aurteneche’s General Manager, Jesús María Aurteneche Antía, said: “We were keen to join the Kobelco brand because of its proven experience in the construction sector, extensive sales network and excellent technical service.”

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NEWS & REPORTS Malcop facility, Alicante: Kobelco Construction Machinery enters Spanish and Portuguese markets with four new authorised dealer partners. (Photo: Kobelco)

Aldimak founder, Jaume Alberich, said: “We have been aware of the Kobelco brand for many years. Our customers had been impressed with the brand’s availability, reliability and performance, so we wanted to find out for ourselves. So far we have been impressed too!”

Appointed in February, Malcop s.l covers a number of central and eastern areas of Spain, including Madrid, Toledo, Valencia and Alicante. The company, which was founded by brothers, Antonio and Pablo Ruíz, has been in operation for more than 27 years, specialises in groundworks, excavation, demolition and recycling and offers customers a number of additional support services including specialist technical assistance and a mobile workshop. Malcop s.l offers its customers the full range of Kobelco machinery. Antonio Ruiz said: “We’re very happy to start working with Kobelco as it is a brand renowned for its excellent quality, extensive range and business support. Kobelco has a fantastic reputation in the construction sector.”

Finally, Fuelmac, Lda was appointed as the official Kobelco dealer partner for Portugal in 2017. Based in Amarante, the family-run dealership is a subsidiary of a larger group of companies with more than 25 years’ experience in the construction industry. Fuelmac, Lda specialises in the sale of construction, demolition and forestry equipment as well as public works and offers its customers comprehensive servicing and aftersales solutions. Fuelmac, Lda’s founder, José Peixoto, said: “We believe that Kobelco is a high quality brand with high quality machines that boast exceptionally high performance. We’re looking forward to developing our long-term relationship.” KCME Managing Director, Makoto Kato added: “We’re proud to expand our European dealer network into Spain and Portugal for the first time with four new authorised dealers. The construction sector in these two regions is

Aldimak joined the Kobelco brand in June and will service KCME’s customers in the Catalonia and Andorra regions. While the dealer has always specialised in the sale of earthmoving equipment, it has recently expanded its portfolio to include forestry machinery and also has some experience in the recycling and demolition sectors. Aldimak is dedicated to aftersales servicing and even has its own global maintenance programme to help customers maintain their excavator fleets. The first Kobelco machines are expected to arrive at the dealer by the end of August.

New machines arriving at Aldimak: Kobelco Construction Machinery enters Spanish and Portuguese markets with four new authorised dealer partners. (Photo: Kobelco)

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NEWS & REPORTS experiencing some positive growth and we’re delighted to welcome Maquinaria J Aurteneche, Malcop s.l, Aldimak and Fuelmac, Lda to the Kobelco brand. We’re really looking forward to working closely with these new partners and seeing our machinery working on job sites across Spain and Portugal very soon.” A full and easy to view list of the complete European Kobelco dealer network is available via our Dealer Locator on the official Kobelco Construction Machinery Europe B.V. website. For details please visit www.kobelco-europe.com.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Kobelco Construction Machinery Europe B.V. Veluwezoom 15 1327 AE Almere The Netherlands

About Kobelco About Kobelco Kobelco Construction Machinery Europe B.V. is wholly owned by Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. Japan. The European Headquarters were re-established in Almere, The Netherlands in 2013 and include the sales and marketing function for Europe, Russia-CIS and Maghreb. A modern parts warehouse supports aftersales service across the region. Kobelco is dedicated to sales and services of crawler excavators from 1t to 50t. The Japanese manufacturer is well-known worldwide as a leading excavator specialist. Kobelco machines are highly-regarded for their advanced technology, including an innovative noise and dust reduction system, advanced hydraulic circuitry for power and superior fuel efficiency.

Tel : +31-(0)36-2020-300 Global website www.kobelco-kenki.co.jp

Fuelmac, Portugal: Kobelco Construction Machinery enters Spanish and Portuguese markets with four new authorised dealer partners. (Photo: Kobelco)

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NEWS & REPORTS Caterpillar Inc.

Caterpillar and Newmont to collaborate on underground vehicle automation

Caterpillar and Newmont to collaborate on underground vehicle automation. (Photo: Caterpillar Inc.)

Caterpillar and Newmont Mining, with the support of Cashman Equipment Co., the Cat dealer in Nevada, have entered a collaboration agreement to validate and improve underground hard rock mining vehicle automation technology. The initial focus of the collaborative effort is Command for underground, the Cat® system for semi-autonomous and remote operation of underground loaders. Command for underground is a technology within Cat MineStar. Newmont is the largest user of Cat underground vehicle automation technology in the western hemisphere. The company currently operates underground loaders using Command for loading in its Carlin gold mines located in northern Nevada. The collaboration agreement leverages and builds on this experience to take underground vehicle automation to the next level of performance. “Automating underground loaders enables machine operators to work safely and efficiently from a control room on the surface,” said Graden Colby, underground operations manager, Leeville mine. “In addition to enhancing safety, the semi-autonomous system increases loader utilization, improves productivity and allows one operator to control two or more machines.”

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The collaboration agreement seeks to improve existing technology and accelerate validation and deployment of new features. Newmont, Caterpillar and Cashman share objectives and align to ensure Command technology delivers the desired benefits now and meets expectations for the future. The agreement also provides for sharing information to help guide strategic and tactical decisionmaking related to automation. “Our business is built on cultivating long-term relationships to generate value for our customers,” said Randy Schoepke, underground commercial manager for Caterpillar’s mining technology group. “Our agreement with Newmont allows two industry leaders to tackle

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NEWS & REPORTS challenges and push each other to achieve step changes in performance by making best use of real-world experience.” “Through our shared vision with Caterpillar and Cashman—along with senior management commitment— we are tackling a new frontier in mining to improve safety, productivity and costs,” said David Thornton, general manager of Newmont’s Carlin underground operations. “The agreement provides the platform for new or improved capabilities to be jointly and quickly scoped, piloted, proven and adopted into operations.” The agreement also creates a basis for rapid replication across Newmont’s business. “Through Caterpillar’s global business model and dealer network, our Command for underground operating model can be deployed relatively easily at other Newmont mines and generate additional value from the use of common and consistent operating technology,” said Mike Wundenberg, Newmont’s vice president of operational technology and innovation.

Caterpillar and Newmont to collaborate on underground vehicle automation. (Photo: Caterpillar Inc.)

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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

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.

Caterpillar Mobilizes to Help in a Hurricane Caterpillar teams have been responding to Hurricane Florence. At our locations in the high-risk areas, our emergency response teams are preparing the facilities. Many of the facilities will be closed temporarily to ensure employee safety and to enable employees to prepare their own homes and neighborhoods. Also, we are in close contact with our local dealers as they work to ensure necessary construction equipment and generators are available for rescue and recovery needs. We’ve been deploying generators of all sizes to the region. More than 30,000 portable generators have been sent to big box stores, regional outlets and Cat dealers in and around the affected areas. For larger power needs, the Cat Rental team has mobilized about 217MW of power to the region along with volunteer experts to help install rental power. Some of the Cat Dealers are in highrisk areas too, but they are working hard to stay open where possible and to coordinate with other dealers in the region to help get power and equipment where it’s needed. Machine operators from Caterpillar and Cat Dealers are also heading to the area to help because we know that Cat equipment plays a critical role in rescue and clean-up efforts. Additionally, the Caterpillar Foundation is a member of the American Red Cross Annual Disaster Giving Program (ADGP), which provides a funding base that allows the Red Cross to respond immediately to the needs of individuals and families impacted by global disasters like Hurricane Florence.

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Caterpillar and Newmont to collaborate on underground vehicle automation. (Photo: Caterpillar Inc.)

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Cat Dealers and Customers Providing Machines in Aftermath of Disasters

Cat® excavators are helping in the rescue and recovery efforts in Lombok. (Photo: Caterpillar Inc.)

The estimated distance between the state of California and the Indonesian island of Lombok is 8,452 miles. Their respective cultures, languages, geography and people are very different. However, these two distinctive locations currently share an unfortunate challenge – battling deadly natural disasters. In both places, Cat® dealers and Cat machines are helping in the daily struggle to provide relief and recovery to the people and property horribly impacted.

Lombok Indonesia Earthquakes Following a 7.0-magnitude earthquake that hit Lombok on August 5, another 6.2-magnitude tremor struck the island on August 9. The death toll has surged to 436 people with another 1,447 people injured and authorities estimating 350,000 who are displaced. Trakindo – the Cat dealer in Indonesia – is actively participating in the rescue and recovery efforts with AMNT, one of its major customers in the region. Three excavators were sent to Lombok with potentially more machines on the way. Trakindo’s relief team also are assisting in the humanitarian crisis looming in Lombok, where thousands are in desperate need of clean water, food, medicine and shelter.

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people dead and nearly 800,000 acres burned so far, the fires have been difficult to contain with high winds, high temperature and extremely dry conditions. Bulldozers are an intregal part of the battle against large blazes pushing aside shrubs, brush, grass and trees so the advancing flames meet bare dirt and have nothing to consume. Quinn Company is Southern & Central California’s Cat dealer and has been offering support and equipment being used to fight on the front lines of the wildfires. Peterson Cat sprung into action in late July when the Carr Fire erupted – one of the largest fires in the history of the state – serving fleets of machines and trucks battling the fires threatening the town of Redding and surrounding communities. Peterson’s Redding team from the parts counter, field techs, and service team were working around the clock to make sure the dozers being used were prepped and ready to run on the fire’s front lines.

Wildfires continue to devastate multiple areas throughout the state of California. With at least 10

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NEWS & REPORTS Legacy of Lending A Helping Hand The crises currently playing out in California and Indonesia are the latest examples of our Cat dealers and customers getting involved when they are needed most. Over the decades, the dealers, customers and Caterpillar have stepped up to help anywhere around the globe when disaster strikes – be it an earthquake, wildfire, hurricane, tsunami or flood – sending in equipment, personnel and other resources to help those adversely affected from a catastrophic situation.

Caterpillar Foundation & Red Cross Partner to Provide Relief The Caterpillar Foundation is a member of the American Red Cross Annual Disaster Giving Program (ADGP). This program provides a funding base that allows the Red Cross to respond immediately to the needs of individuals and families impacted by global disasters. This model has proven to be efficient and effective in immediately meeting disaster relief needs, ensuring the Red Cross has the funds to prepare for disasters before they occur. In addition to our investment in the ADGP, employee, retiree and dealer employee contributions to the American Red Cross are eligible for matching by the Caterpillar Foundation.

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Quinn Cat® machines are on the front lines battling many of the fires ranging across California. (Photo: @dallas_dunn)

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NEWS & REPORTS Caterpillar Inc.

Caterpillar introduces 5-seat utility vehicles

Caterpillar introduces 5-seat utility vehicles (Photo: Caterpillar Inc.)

Last year, Caterpillar announced the introduction of it’s first-ever Cat® utility vehicles – the gasoline-powered Cat CUV82 and diesel-powered CUV102 D. To expand that offering, the product line now includes the gasoline-powered Cat CUV85 and diesel-powered CUV105 D. The CUV85 and CUV105 D both feature a spacious second row to accommodate a total of five people. Caterpillar gathered extensive customer and dealer input to build a UTV that delivers the unrivaled combination of durability, comfort and maintenance simplicity. Rigorous vehicle testing ensures both utility vehicles meet the superior quality and reliability customers expect from Caterpillar. The CUV85 and CUV105 D feature a rugged steel cargo bed and offer 1,000-lb (454-kg) total rear cargo capacity and 2,000-lb (907-kg) towing capacity for outstanding performance in a variety of applications. These Cat UTVs deliver a premium experience at a competitive price.

Built to work The new CUV85 and CUV105 D utility vehicles boast a four-wheel independent suspension system with a front sway bar to provide unmatched stability at full load. A long swing-arm suspension, custom-tuned springs and shocks deliver a balance between a smooth ride and hauling loads. Ample ground clearance ensures these vehicles navigate rough terrain with ease.

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These Cat UTVs efficiently complete hauling tasks, quickly maneuvering over rugged terrain at the worksite at speeds reaching 45 mph (72 kmph), depending on model. The CUV85 is powered by a 0.8L three-cylinder gasoline engine delivering 50 hp (37 kW), while a 1.0L three-cylinder diesel engine delivers 25 hp (18.7 kW) power to the CUV105 D. Features such as smooth acceleration, clear sightlines and engine braking capability make the Cat UTV well suited for hauling and towing. The intuitive column shifter allows the driver to easily maneuver through all the gears. Both models feature a continuously variable transmission, tuned specifically for work applications, offering smooth transitions and the ability to handle loads. The choice of two-wheel drive, four-wheel drive or four-wheel drive/lock modes permits the driver to match vehicle drive to ground conditions.

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NEWS & REPORTS Quiet and comfortable operation

Easy to operate and customize

Cat UTVs are built for quiet and comfortable operation all day long. The design minimizes noise and vibration during operation for a quieter ride. Spaciousness was an important variable when designing the UTVs. The CUV85 and CUV105 D comfortably seat five riders with copious leg, elbow and headroom for tall riders.

Driving ease and comfort are hallmarks of the new Cat UTV experience. Electric power steering provides superior handling and tight turning capabilities. The instrument gauge offers easy viewing of critical operating information such as ground speed, engine speed, operating hours, odometer, battery voltage, and engine temperature and fuel level.

Driver and passenger seats are both sewn for comfort as well as durability, plus the driver’s seat position and steering wheel adjust to ensure a comfortable fit. Ample behind-the-seat storage and document holder provide space for personal items and gear. Passenger seat bases can be removed and stowed behind the rear seat back to create floor space for hauling oversized items.

Customers can customize their Cat UTVs to meet specific work needs through more than 50 accessory options. Multiple cab options with sealed surfaces on the ROPS structure provide a weather tight enclosure, while other offerings include backup alarms, heater, front winch and work lights. Cat UTVs are prewired for quick do-ityourself installation of all options.

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NEWS & REPORTS Easy service, superior dealer support Easy access service points simplify vehicle maintenance, while on-board advanced diagnostics reduce troubleshooting time. The new CUV85 and CUV105 D UTVs will be backed by unmatched service and support from participating Cat UTV dealers. Participating Cat dealers can help with anything from simple maintenance questions, to accessory selection, to on-site support. These UTV models will be available throughout the United States and Canada.* *Excluding California and Quebec

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.

New options for Cat 918M Compact Wheel Loader include high-lift loader linkage, fusion coupler, guarding, larger tires

Caterpillar now offers the 918M compact wheel loader with four new options: high-lift loader linkage, Cat Fusion™ coupler, fivepiece guarding package and wider tires. (Photo: Caterpillar Inc.)

Caterpillar now offers the 918M compact wheel loader with four new options: high-lift loader linkage, Cat Fusion™ coupler, five-piece guarding package and wider tires.

High-lift linkage

Fusion coupler

The new high-lift loader linkage option is designed specifically for applications in waste and recycling, agriculture, and construction that can benefit from increased lift height and increased reach of the loader linkage. The newly designed loader arm assembly can provide up to 10 percent more lift height and reach compared with the standard loader linkage equipped with a similar work tool interface whether pin-on, IT (Integrated Tool Carrier) coupler or ISO coupler. A 918M configured with both a high lift linkage and 20.5 tires will have a bucket pin height over 13 feet, 5 inches (4.1 meters).

With the addition of the Caterpillar designed Fusion Coupler System to the 918M‘s option list, buyers now have the choice of three couplers. Designed for optimum performance and long-term durability, the Fusion coupler uses an advanced constant pressure wedging mechanism to create a tight, rattle-free fit with work tools.

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The patented locking system eliminates the play (relative motion between coupler and work tool) and thus eliminates the wear that can result from this movement. The Fusion coupler is designed to apply constant hydraulic pressure to wedges that continually pull the work tool tight to the coupler in two directions, in and down, providing secure tool control and increased productivity. The coupler is available for Fusion-compatible work tool attachments.

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NEWS & REPORTS Tire choices

Guarding

Three new 20.5R25 tires for the 918M offer a number of benefits, compared to the standard 17.5R25 tires, including up to 20 percent more tire life and increases in traction, stability, and tipping capacity—all resulting in reduced operating costs.

The new guarding options, which can be used with currently available steel-front fender deflectors, provides protection for vulnerable areas:

Available for the North American market, the three new tire options include the general-application Goodyear E/L-2A „Sure Grip Loader,“ a 12-ply-rated bias tire with directional and self-cleaning tread; the Michelin „Xsnoplus,“ specially designed for operation on snow and ice, and incorporating a non-directional tread pattern with excellent self-cleaning characteristics; and the Michelin XHA2 radial, a wide-lug tire with non-directional tread, heavy shoulders, and protected sidewalls for heavy-duty applications. Width-over-tires is approximately 91 inches for the larger 20.5R25 tires. All three tire options must be used with the Fusion coupler or with the optional high-lift loader linkage to ensure that work tools rest level on the ground. An oscillation limiter eliminates tire-to-fender interference.

Caterpillar now offers the 918M compact wheel loader with four new options: high-lift loader linkage, Cat Fusion™ coupler, fivepiece guarding package and wider tires. (Photo: Caterpillar Inc.)

• Headlight guards surround the front light assemblies and protect from debris falling from the bucket • Hitch guards protect the 918M‘s articulation point by providing barriers on both sides of the hitch to prevent material from collecting in the frames, while allowing ready access to service points • Powertrain guard mounts beneath the transmission and related components; provides an access panel to facilitate oil changes • Drive shaft guard mounts beneath the front driveshaft for protection from debris and obstacles • Crankcase guard mounts beneath the engine to protect the oil pan

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Cat 903D Compact Wheel Loader delivers increased performance, expanded work tool capability and enhanced operator comfort

The new Cat® 903D compact wheel loader. (Photo: Caterpillar Inc.)

The new Cat® 903D compact wheel loader, compared with its 903C2 predecessor, features a 25 percent increase in both lifting capacity and travel speed, so customers are able to do more, faster. Whether lifting a heavy pallet or sod or traveling from field to farm, the 903D is up to the task. With new optional features, such as creep control, throttle lock and work tool electrical harness, the 903D has the ability to run any number of tools. Available with either an open or enclosed cab, the 903D operator‘s station features a refined ergonomic design with a new multi-function joystick that provides fingertip control of the standard third-function hydraulic system. Whether lifting light material into a hopper or loading heavy pallets onto a truck, the choice of standard-lift or high-lift boom arms increase the 903D‘s ability to work efficiently in a wide range of applications, with buckets ranging in capacity from 0.8 to 1.3 yd3 (0.6 to 1.0 m3), forks, or a selection of powered and non-powered work tools.

Efficiently powerful The new 903D‘s power train uses a fuel-efficient, Tier 4 Final, Cat C2.4 engine, rated at 40 net horsepower (30

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kW); hydrostatic transmission that provides travel speeds to 12.4 mph (20 k/hr); and Caterpillar-designed planetaryreduction axles that are available with optional differential locks. The differential locks can be engaged „on-the-fly,“ allowing the 903D to respond instantly to changing ground conditions. The 903D also features a standard auxiliary (thirdfunction) hydraulic system that delivers a flow of up to 14 gpm (52 L/min.) at pressures to 3,481 psi (240 bar), producing ample hydraulic horsepower to operate any number of hydraulic work tools such as brooms, power box rakes and grapple buckets. To facilitate the use of an expanded range of work tools, the 903D is equipped with a standard universal coupler, with an optional electrically activated coupler available for switching attachments from the cab. Auxiliary hydraulic lines with quick connectors

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NEWS & REPORTS are standard, and continuous-flow allows powered tools to be easily controlled. To further enhance the 903D‘s versatility and productivity, new optional features allow ground speed (creep control) and engine speed (throttle lock) to be independently controlled, delivering optimum hydraulic power to work tools, while machine travel speed is automatically limited to ensure optimum tool performance. In addition, an optional work-tool electrical harness allows use of attachments that have electrically operated functions. Loader linkage for the 903D is the Z-bar type, providing both aggressive bucket-digging ability and efficient control in fork applications. Boom arms are available in both standard and high-lift configurations, with the latter increasing hinge-pin height from 10 feet, 1 inch to 10 feet, 7 inches (3 086 to 3 227 milimeters). Standard features for the 903D‘s loader linkage include boom-float and return-to-dig functions.

Operator‘s station/serviceability For the operator‘s convenience, the 903D‘s new multifunction joystick provides controls for directional changes, third-function hydraulics, differential locks and continuous hydraulic flow. The operator‘s station has increased leg room, improved pedal positioning, easier entry/exit, and features a suspension seat and tilt steering wheel. Now available with optional ride control, the 903D offers a smooth ride, reducing the wear and tear on the operator, as well as reducing the amount of material loss out of the bucket when traveling.

The 903D‘s overall design results in minimal engine overhang, providing enhanced visibility to the rear and corners. Both enclosed cab as well as canopy options are available depending on climate and an optional heavyduty 90-amp alternator can be used to support the climatecontrol system. To facilitate routine maintenance, the 903D‘s fully opening rear hood allows ready access to the engine compartment, which features side-by-side coolers and transparent fuel/water separator. Options include an engine air pre-cleaner and radiator screen for use in high debris applications. New rear tie down locations under the machine allow for easier transport, and a new engine oil fill location allows for easier access.

The new Cat® 903D compact wheel loader. (Photo: Caterpillar Inc.)

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Cat Skeleton Buckets feature heavy duty construction and design elements facilitating efficient separation of rock and debris from soil

CatÂŽ Skeleton Buckets feature heavy duty construction and design elements facilitating efficient separation of rock and debris from soil (Photo: Caterpillar Inc.)

Used primarily to separate rocks and large debris from soil and sand, CatÂŽ Skeleton Buckets feature heavy duty construction and find application in a number of industries, including agriculture, construction, land clearing, demolition, landscaping, and scrap handling. Designed for use with skid steer loaders, multi-terrain loaders, compact track loaders, and compact wheel loaders, Cat Skeleton Buckets incorporate a number of structural elements that ensure efficient operation and long-term durability. In basic construction, Cat Skeleton Buckets use heavy steel rods, 1.25 inches (31.75 mm) in diameter on 3.75inch (95-mm) centers, to form the floor and back of the bucket. Thick plates with rectangular openings form the sides of the bucket, and a rectangular frame, fabricated of heavy duty steel and incorporating two steel plate rock dams, strengthens the back of the bucket. The rock dams serve to retain material, reducing spillage and increasing production. For added durability, steel gussets are welded between the outermost rods in the bucket floor and the sides of the bucket. The forward ends of the rods in the bucket floor are secured in a heavy-duty support beam positioned between (and welded to) the bucket sides. This beam not

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only provides support, but allows the bucket to also be used for grading. Welded to the forward tips of the rods and support beam are heavy steel tines that enhance breakout force by initially separating rock and debris from soil more effectively than could a solid cutting edge. 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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Cat Side Discharge Buckets, featuring heavy duty designs, provide controlled flow of loose materials in varied applications

Cat Side Discharge Buckets, featuring heavy duty designs, provide controlled flow of loose materials in varied applications (Photo: Caterpillar Inc.)

Cat® Side Discharge Buckets—designed for use with skid steer loaders, multi-terrain loaders, compact track loaders, and compact wheel loaders—collect and transport loose materials such as sawdust, sand, mulch, and topsoil and then discharge these materials via a belt-type conveyor from adjustable openings (doors) on either side of the bucket. A rotating agitator works to keep material flowing to the conveyor. Adjusting conveyor speed and door openings controls the volume of material discharged and the area covered. Features of the Cat Side Discharge Bucket suit this attachment for varied application, including agriculture, construction, landscaping, road maintenance, and material handling.

Conveyor The rubber conveyor belt—featuring a heavy duty, raised chevron tread design and equipped with an adjustable tensioning device—is engineered for long-term durability and functions efficiently whether discharging material left or right. Two externally mounted, reversible, hydraulic motors power the conveyor directly, eliminating any intermediate drive mechanisms. Specially designed openings in the bucket floor allow any material remaining in the bucket to escape, preventing material build-up

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beneath the conveyor. Side Discharge Buckets designed for consistent use in sand, or other heavier materials, feature an internal baffle to reduce belt strain.

Agitator The agitator assembly, directly powered via a third, high-torque hydraulic motor, functions to reduce material bridging in the bucket to ensure consistent material flow to the conveyor. Agitator paddles are available in sand and

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NEWS & REPORTS sawdust configurations, the sand style featuring a straight design that exerts added force to push through dense material, and the sawdust type featuring an aggressive design that uses prongs to assist in breaking up material and reducing weight on the conveyor.

Discharge doors The manually adjustable discharge doors, one on each side of the bucket, regulate the volume of material discharged. The doors are built with thick-plate reinforcing for durability. As an added safety feature for Cat Side Discharge Buckets, a welded, serrated step facilitates entering and exiting the cab.

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

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Cat Side Discharge Buckets, featuring heavy duty designs, provide controlled flow of loose materials in varied applications. (Photo: Caterpillar Inc.)

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NEWS & REPORTS Bell Equipment United Kingdom

E. Corr Plant Hire enables winter month excavation with fleet addition of 2 Bell B20Es

E. Corr Plant Hire enables winter month excavation with fleet addition of 2 Bell B20Es (Photo: Bell Equipment)

Dedicated and diverse construction services operation, E. Corr Plant Hire, has extended seasonal capabilities for its client base by bringing two new Bell Equipment B20Es to its fleet.

The machines, which are relatively new to the market but already renowned for delivering low ground pressure advantages, benefit from a design where tyre pressure exerted on the ground is more equally dispersed, making the vehicles ideal for use on soft, marshy or boggy terrain, or when weather conditions deteriorate as winter approaches. Owner of the East Anglian-based family firm, Brendan Corr, is already a familiar customer of Bell Equipment, and currently has four B30Ds successfully performing for his operation; a yard that has grown considerably over the past 30 years from a service of just two vehicles, to a successful fleet of over 140 plant machines.

“We pride ourselves on having an ability to meet the construction needs of our diverse client base,” he explains, “with many of our customers keen to excavate for as much of the year as possible.

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“We had been looking to source a capable ADT model with high floatation features to effectively perform for clients working within a variety of construction disciplines as the seasons become less clement, and ground conditions naturally become more challenging.” Having worked with Bell in the past, Brendan was confident that he could rely on the manufacturer’s design expertise, ever-advancing technologies and sound customer service. The B20E is a Tier 4 F certified, 6x6 truck, manufactured for ease of operation and high production values. It offers very similar power-to-weight ratios to other Bell ADTs - the B25E and B30E - and confidently provides the optimum balance between performance and fuel consumption. While the machines could be the key to E. Corr’s clients working extended weeks on site, they will also

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NEWS & REPORTS perform effectively within general excavation projects, in addition to a specific area of construction in which E. Corr specialises: “We supply machines to clients undertaking archaeological excavations, prior to housing development,” Brendan explains. “The low ground pressure of the Bell B20E makes it an ideal machine to perform in this role, as its tyre-weight distribution will prevent it from damaging earth on site, even in wet, muddy conditions. We’re excited to see how it delivers in this environment.” Simon Bridge, Bell Equipment’s Regional Sales Manager South East, has been delighted to supply the reputable plant hire firm with its latest acquisitions, which will be made available mainly to construction companies within a 50-mile radius of Stansted Airport. “Working with E. Corr again has been a terrific experience. The B20E machines we’ve supplied are ideally suited to the needs of the company’s varied client base, and I’m confident the vehicles capabilities, resilience and reliabilities will serve Brendan and his customers well, for many years to come.”

About Bell Equipment Bell Equipment (UK) Limited set up its UK operation in 1998 following a sustained period of global growth enjoyed by the parent company. By 2001 the company had launched the D-series ADT range - widely regarded as a benchmark in engineering excellence. In 2003 Bell invested in a state of the art factory in Germany for the manufacture of the ADT range destined for Europe. The original Bell philosophy of first class products and the very best customer service still rings true today. Bell – Middle East: Bell Equipment UK has established a Branch Office in the Middle East to drive its Business Development and Product Support initiatives in that Region.Based in “Business Friendly” Bahrain, the location provides practical road access to Saudi Arabia and Kuwait; is a hub for a number of regional airlines and operates efficient logistics systems. Business Development is primarily focused on appointing and supporting a sustainable Dealer Network that enhances the Bell Equipment Brand. Some 60 Articulated Dump Trucks were delivered in the 1st year of operation and despite recent economic turmoil prospects remain encouraging. Product Support’s mission is largely technical and aimed at enabling customers and dealers to achieve the optimum levels of reliability from our products. A strategic spares inventory is held in Bahrain to augment response times and much time is devoted to skills transfer in what is a challenging multicultural environment. Bell – Worldwide: Bell Equipment who have their head office in South Africa and are quoted on the Johannesburg stock exchange have a truly global presence with factories in South Africa and in Europe. In addition to Bell’s own presence, strategic partners such as John Deere Construction & Forestry, Hitachi Construction Machinery and Liebherr, the company really is worldwide.

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NEWS & REPORTS Bell Equipment Africa

Afrimat invests in Bell ADTs and Kobelcos at Marble Hall

(From left): Johan Myburgh (Bell Equipment Sales Representative), Wessel van der Merwe (MD: Groeneveld Lubrication Systems), Stephan Becker (Mine Manager), W A Lombard (Production Manager) and Ewald Liebenberg (Mine Engineer). (Photo: Bell Equipment)

A nationally known supplier of industrial and construction materials has decided that the path to lower production costs starts by deploying its own fleet of yellow machines in favour of that of a mining contractor. In doing so, it has turned to an original equipment supplier whose products make up most of its yellow machine fleet. Afrimat is known throughout South Africa as a leading supplier of aggregates, concrete-based products and industrial products. In addition to this it also undertakes contract mining especially in commodities. The Lyttleton Dolomite Marble Hall Mine, which has been mined for limestone and stone dust since 1920, was acquired by Afrimat in 2013. Its limestone is sold to the agricultural and chrome smelting industries while stone dust is used as a fire retarder in coal mines.

According to Adriaan, his company mostly uses Bell B30D and E-series Articulated Dump Trucks (ADTs) for their load and haul operations in quarries and their total fleet numbers more than 100 of these machines. Longevity of equipment has always been key to Afrimat and to achieve that, the company adheres to strict periodical and preventative maintenance schedules. Proof that this is the correct way to go can be seen in the hours on their Bell ADTs, many of which boast 30 000 hours of service.

“We had a mining contractor doing our load and haul from the mine to the plant over the past four years but earlier in 2018 we took the decision to acquire our own larger mining equipment and do the work ourselves,” says Adriaan Lategan, Afrimat Group: Physical Asset Management Lead for Mobile Equipment. “Our thinking was that larger loads would lower our cost per tonnes produced and, for this reason, we approached Bell Equipment with whom we have a long and positive working relationship.”

A work study undertaken at the Marble Hall mine by Bell Equipment Sales Representative, Johan Myburgh, showed that five Bell B30E ADTs loaded with a Kobelco SK500HDLC 50-tonne excavator would deliver the same production in tonnes as three Bell B45E ADTs loaded with the same excavator.

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NEWS & REPORTS Afrimat invests in Bell ADTs and Kobelcos at Marble Hall (Photo: Bell Equipment)

processing as the Kobelco SK350LC Excavator can be fitted with a hydraulic hammer as well, a process which does not take long at all due to its quick coupler.” Mining limestone means that extra care needs to be taken with lubricating especially loading equipment such as excavators. The two new Kobelco Excavators have been fitted with state-ofthe-art twin Groeneveld Lubrication Systems. Each intelligent lubricating system comes complete with a PC board and a memory, which allows a lubricating history to be downloaded for diagnostic purposes. The system is activated whenever the machine is switched on and greasing points get the correct amount of lubricant constantly while the machine is working. This, both Groeneveld and Afrimat believe, allows for greater machine availability and aids longevity. “Our immediate planning with this new fleet is for 5 200 tonnes a day over a 22-day working month, which means each Bell B45E ADT needs to do between three and four cycles an hour,”

“We decided to go for the latter option as it meant fewer operators on a given shift,” Adriaan explains. “We’re also not governed by bench sizes as in some of our other mines and quarries and we could thus comfortably manoeuvre the larger trucks around the Marble Hall operation. A bonus is that our primary crusher’s feed hopper has been designed for larger trucks such as the Bell B45E ADT.” The Afrimat Lyttleton Dolomite Mine at Marble Hall took delivery of three Bell B45E ADTs and two Kobelco Excavators, a SK500HDLC and a SK350LC, in May 2018 and they were put to work on 1 June. The equipment was bought with standard warranties of 6 000 hours on the wet drive train and hydraulics. Stephan Becker, the Mine Manager at Marble Hall is full of praise for his company’s choice of excavators to load the new Bell B45E ADTs. “We need to extract 100 000 tonnes of ore per month and I believe this Kobelco SK500HDLC is the correct loading machine for that purpose,” he says. “Coupled with the second slightly smaller excavator, we have flexibility in loading, stripping topsoil and run-of-mine Afrimat invests in Bell ADTs and Kobelcos at Marble Hall (Photo: Bell Equipment)

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About Bell Equipment Bell Equipment Africa: The Reliable Suppliers of Mining, Construction, Agricultural, Forestry and Material Handling Equipment Proudly South African Bell Equipment has a global footprint and over 60 years of experience in the manufacture, distribution and support of material handling equipment to a broad spectrum of industries. As reliable mining equipment suppliers we offer the world‘s largest range of Articulated Dump Trucks (ADTs). Our ADTs are our core product and globally we are acknowledged as an ADT specialist for our ongoing product innovation and class leading performance. Complementing our Bell ADTs, and cementing our position as one of the country‘s leading construction machinery suppliers, is our ancillary range of quality construction equipment from Tractor Loader Backhoes and Wheel Loaders through to Dozers, Graders and Forklifts. As agricultural machinery suppliers we offer an extensive range of robust equipment including Haulage Tractors and Tri-Wheeled Loaders. We are also proud forestry equipment suppliers with a range of mechanised harvesting as well as load and haul options.

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Double-quick delivery of fleet expansion keeps Stefanutti Stocks on track

(From left): Graham Ralph (Contracts Manager), Zahed Hoosen (Operations Manager), Chris Botha (Bell Sales Representative), Dibuseng Mokoena (Production Manager) and Freddie Strydom (Contracts Director) in front of one of the B45Es owned by Stefanutti Stocks Mining Services. (Photo: Bell Equipment)

This was demonstrated recently when Bell Equipment Sales Representative, Chris Botha, stopped by the office of Freddie Strydom, the Contracts Director for Stefanutti-Stocks’ Mining division, merely as a courtesy call. While exchanging pleasantries, Chris was to learn of his clients’ urgent need for loading and haulage equipment for a new coal mining site north-east of Bronkhorstpruit. Says Freddie: “We as Stefanutti Stocks Mining Services had, towards the end of 2016, embarked on a new coal mining project for clients whereby we would deliver the full mining package from planning and design, drill and blast to load, haul and rehabilitation and the creation and maintenance of infrastructure,” he says. “We believe we were enhancing an existing mining operation with changes to its original design and had to ramp up the current production urgently. This necessitated us needing more yellow machines in a hurry and when I spoke with Chris Botha, I mentioned this to him.” Stefanutti Stocks Mining Services has grown rapidly since its parent company listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange in 2007/2008. This division offers four main groups of mining services, namely technical services, open-pit contract mining, material handling and tailings management. The open-pit contract mining division is the largest of the four and has built its good reputation

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on successful turnkey opencast mining operations. In addition to mining, it also undertakes amongst others, complete rehabilitation of mined areas and designs and manages pollution control measures across the full scope of environmental management plans. “Due to the mine design, expected underfoot conditions and the urgent ramp-up in production, our fleet requirement necessitated all-wheel drive traction. We needed an additional fleet of eight 45-ton articulated dump trucks along with two, 80-ton excavators as loading tools but our dilemma was that we needed them within five days to start with our ramp-up exercise,” Freddie adds. “We needed an original equipment supplier who had stock and we were very concerned whether we could be helped by any supplier on the market.”

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NEWS & REPORTS “We had, however, not fully reckoned with Chris Botha and his sales principals at Bell Equipment who, in the space of a few days, put our deal together and started delivering the exact new equipment we needed in eight Bell B45E ADTs and two 80-ton Kobelco SK850LC-8 Excavators,” he says. “We were overwhelmed by this level of service and attention to detail from Bell Equipment, which meant that we in turn could show our clients that we and our suppliers mean business in this ultra-competitive field of opencast mining.” Stefanutti Stocks Mining works a three-shift system, which allows the company to provide its clients with almost continuous service of 20 hours a day and for seven days a week. This impacts the company’s load and haulage fleet as machine hours are racked up quickly in the process. “While we acknowledge that the hours on our fleet of Bell B45E ADTs and large Kobelco Excavators are still low, we’ve been very impressed with their work rate and mechanical availabilities,” says Stefanutti Stocks Operations Manager, Zahed Hoosen. “We’ve compared the fuel consumption of the Bell B45E ADTs in these challenging underfoot conditions that have increased rolling resistance, to those running in drier operations elsewhere, and at around 26 litres an hour they compare very well with the 18 litres an hour for similar Bell machines running in dry and firmer underfoot conditions.” The Kobelco Excavators are fitted with 5,1 cubic metre buckets and, boasting a breakout force of 432kN, make for quick cycle times for the Bell B45E ADTs, which are primarily used to haul overburden. “We work on dry rates

but having a cap on the amount of fuel we may use in a month, makes us monitor the fuel consumption of our entire fleet very diligently,” Zahed explains. “We are however pleased with the Kobelco Excavators’ average fuel burn of 43 litres an hour considering their superior work rate.” Fleet operators will echo the thought that any piece of earthmoving equipment, new or old, is only as good as its maintenance. Both Freddie and Zahed are adamant that Bell Equipment placing a dedicated full-time mechanic on their site, has created a feeling of confidence for them as any issue or service can be attended to immediately. Some downtime is unavoidable when a machine is withdrawn from service due to servicing requirements, especially under warranty, that downtime may be minimized in this way especially when the necessary consumable and other essential parts are kept on site. Stefanutti Stocks’ fleet of new Bell machines have been acquired with extended warrantees on the wet drivetrains to 12 000 hours for the Bell B45E ADTs and 8 000 hours on the Kobelco Excavators. “While we’ve owned equipment manufactured by Bell Equipment before, we’ve felt that we’ve grown our relationship with the company more in these recent times and appreciate the support we’ve had from especially Gary Bell, who endorsed our deal,” Freddie says. “Relationships such as this are very important to us and we appreciate that such mutual respect augers well for any future projects we may land as solid business relationships create win-win situations.”

Double-quick delivery of fleet expansion keeps Stefanutti Stocks on track. (Photo: Bell Equipment)

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NEWS & REPORTS Liebherr

Getting tested: R 9400 with Liebherr D9812 engine in Héming, France

Getting tested: R 9400 with Liebherr D9812 engine in Héming, France. (Photo: Liebherr)

The Liebherr R 9400 powered by a D9812 Liebherr engine is getting tested on a cement plant in Héming in the Northeast of France. It is the first large hydraulic excavator equipped with a Liebherr engine. This 300 hectare quarry, operated by EQIOM, a CRH company, has an annual production of around 600,000 tonnes of clinker and more than 700,000 tonnes of cement. The two cement kilns have a capacity of 1000 t/day each.

USA/EPA Tier 4 final. The V12 engine reaches a power output of up to 1,500 kW for hydraulic excavators and can reach up to 2,013 kW for mining applications. The engine architecture and high system integration with all key components developed by Liebherr allow the D9812 to achieve a very high efficiency.

Vertical integration Liebherr‘s vertical integration practice means that parts are designed specifically by and for Liebherr equipment and components, keeping mining customers’ needs in mind. This allows for optimal availability, longer service life and superior productivity. The Liebherr D9812 engine has been specially designed for mining applications and is, therefore, built to withstand the tough conditions of global mining. With outstanding performance in all applications, it can be adapted to comply with a range of emission standards: Tier 2 or even

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Liebherr, a trusted partner Yannick Lauras, project manager at EQIOM in Héming appreciates working with Liebherr. The proximity, the full maintenance service as well as the performance of the machines, have contributed to a strong exchange of experience over the years.

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NEWS & REPORTS In fact, the quarry in Héming operates 3 Liebherr hydraulic excavators: an R 994 with backhoe attachment since 1994, an R 994 with face shovel attachment since 1998 and an R 9250 since 2006. The R 9400 with a backhoe attachment and a bucket of 9.5 m³ (12.4 yd³) is getting tested there since April 2018 and has worked around 350 hours in July / August. Y. Lauras says “we tested it on the hardest layers of material and we reached an extraction volume of 700 t/h. For the overburden, we reach a volume of 1,500 t/h, which is entirely corresponding to our needs. The R 9400 loads 90 t trucks in 5 passes.” Concerning the feedback from the operators he says “they appreciate the smooth operation and the good and precise positioning of the bucket. Compared to the other machines they operated, they are very happy with the comfort of the cabin and the easiness to access it.” As a matter of fact, all machine accesses have been optimized. The R 9400’s upper structure is accessible via a powered 45° stairway fitted with handrails. The large and spacious cab provides ideal working conditions and

optimal operator’s comfort. Mounted on silent blocks, the cab design reduces vibrations and limits noise pollution to provide a quiet working environment. This R 9400 with Liebherr Diesel engine will stay in Héming for another few weeks to further optimize its functionality.

About Liebherr In line with its international growth, Liebherr’s venture into the United States began in 1970. Within a couple of years, the company expanded and completed its production facilities in Newport News, VA for its product line of hydraulic excavators. It was later converted into Liebherr’s manufacturing facility for mining trucks and remains home to Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News, Co. In addition to its production facility, Liebherr markets a wide variety of products and technologies through its companies located across the United States. The companies are LiebherrAerospace Saline, Inc., Liebherr Gear Technology, Inc., Liebherr Automation Systems, Co., and Liebherr USA, Co., the umbrella company for eight divisions that are positioned across the United States.

Getting tested: R 9400 with Liebherr D9812 engine in Héming, France. (Photo: Liebherr)

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NEWS & REPORTS Liebherr-MCCtec Rostock GmbH

Liebherr has won an order to deliver a heavy lift crane

OHT’s new installation vessel with a Liebherr heavy lift crane, type HLC 150000. (Photo: Liebherr)

• Liebherr has won another order to deliver a heavy lift crane, type HLC 150000 which will be used for the installation of jackets, monopiles and mono buckets for wind turbines as well as for decommissioning and heavy-duty transports • The crane is planned to be in operation on OHT’s semi-submersible offshore heavy transport vessel in 2020 • Crane will be equipped with a foldable A-frame to allow passage under bridges Liebherr-MCCtec Rostock GmbH has been awarded the contract by the Oslo-based company Offshore Heavy Transport (OHT) and China Merchants Heavy Industry (CMHI) to deliver a heavy lift crane for a new generation semi-submersible offshore windfarm foundation installation vessel. On July 6th CMHI and Liebherr signed the contract in China. Liebherr together with the Norwegian companies OHT, Ulstein Design & Solution BV, DNV-GL as well as Chinese shipyard CMHI are working to manufacture a unique vessel for applications in the wind energy sector, decommissioning, the installation of offshore platforms and for heavy-duty transports. CMHI, a well known manufacturer of offshore equipment and large vessels, is going to build the 216.3 meter long ship at its dockyard in Haimen on behalf of the heavy transport vessel operator, OHT. Ship designing company Ulstein created the patented Alfa Lift concept in close cooperation with OHT.

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“Since 2016 we have been working very closely with OHT targeting an efficient design to meet the project requirements and thereby decreasing the costs of installing windfarms on high seas. We have now succeeded in doing this and also achieved an optimal balance between weight and performance”, said Armin Seidel, Area Sales Manager for Offshore Cranes. “CMHI is a very competent partner and we look forward to future cooperation on the project”, Armin Seidel concludes. OHT’s new semi-submersible vessel also provides an ultramodern installation concept which will influence and change the offshore market. Liebherr supports this with a HLC – the company’s latest crane series in the heavy lift sector. The HLC 150000 is able to lift up to 3,000 tonnes. Based on the company’s well proven crane design with slewing bearing, A-frame and lattice boom, the crane provides the highest reliability and

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NEWS & REPORTS flexibility. Its robust design withstands dynamic conditions and motions. The 48,000 dwt installation vessel is able to submerge when in operation which increases the stability of the crane. As a result the HLC resists a wider variety of environmental scenarios and thus makes it possible to operate in almost any weather. With the combination of a large safe working load and a lattice boom more than 70 metres long, the crane will be ideal for the transport and installation of windfarm foundations on high seas. This is supplemented by the space saving positioning on top of the ship’s bridge. The crane features a foldable A-frame which makes passage under bridges possible. Due to this newly developed and intelligent concept, the vessel saves time and thereby also increases the operating times. Additionally the crane is equipped with several tugger winches and trolley hoist for optimal positioning of the load. Because of the availability to operate in split hook mode, the crane can carry 1,500 tonnes on each hook at the same time. The crane will be produced and tested at the company’s production site in the port of Rostock in Germany.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Liebherr-MCCtec Rostock GmbH Oliver Bretag Marketing Manager Offshore Cranes Phone: +49 381 6006 5026 E-Mail: Oliver.Bretag@liebherr.com

About Liebherr In 1949 Hans Liebherr founded the now internationally successful Group in Kirchdorf an der Iller, Baden-Württemberg. This explains the reason why the Liebherr companies are located primarily in Southern Germany. Throughout Germany, a total of 16 companies develop and manufacture high-quality products that are exported throughout the whole world. Their product range extends from construction machines, cranes, and components over machine tools and automation systems, aerospace equipment, and transportation systems right up to refrigerators and freezers.

OHT’s new installation vessel with a Liebherr heavy lift crane, type HLC 150000. (Photo: Liebherr)

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NEWS & REPORTS Liebherr-Werk Bischofshofen GmbH

Günter Jung GmbH relies on Liebherr L 580 XPower wheel loader for greywacke extraction

The L 580 XPower® transporting greywacke in front of the vast quarry face. (Photo: Liebherr)

• Quarrying firm happy with the L 580 XPower® after a year of use • Efficient handling of greywacke thanks to Liebherr’s XPower® concept • L 580 XPower® loading bulk material onto American lorries at Günter Jung GmbH Rugged American lorries for bulk material transportation are pairing up with high-performance Liebherr equipment for the greywacke extraction process. Based in Germany’s Sauerland region in North Rhine-Westphalia, quarrying company Günter Jung GmbH operates a very special fleet of machinery, which boasts the L 580 XPower® wheel loader as its latest addition. About a year on from purchasing it, company owner Günter Jung is very satisfied with the machine: ‘We are glad to have chosen the XPower® wheel loader from Liebherr. It delivers loads of power while being efficient and reliable’, he said. The L 580 XPower® is predominantly used in load-and-carry applications and feeds material into crushers and lorries. An eye-catcher in its own right, the wheel loader turns even more heads when it is loading one of the American lorries.

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Günter Jung GmbH specialises in the extraction and processing of greywacke. The quarrying firm produces bulk material of various quality grades for use in industries such as special-purpose civil engineering. The highquality quarry stones, irregular paving slabs, decorative stones and rectangular stone blocks are used in both construction and landscaping. The L 580 XPower® wheel loader plays a key role in the extraction and processing of these products in the quarry. It picks up blast material at the quarry face and transports it to the two crusher units. In this process, the machine travels a distance of about 100 metres with ease. With its power-split driveline, the approximately 28 tonne wheel loader has no difficulty in covering this distance, which includes an incline of around 15 metres in length. Günter Jung explained: ‘I am completely amazed by the L 580’s XPower® driveline. Our quarry area includes a steep ramp and the machine negotiates it with ease.’

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NEWS & REPORTS L 580 XPower® as the ultimate wheel loader for load-and-carry applications Since its commissioning in June 2017, the Liebherr L 580 XPower® has proved to be ideally suited to loadand-carry applications at Günter Jung GmbH. The rugged Z-bar linkage can exert high breakout forces in the lower region of the lift arm. This plays a vital role in picking up blast greywacke using the 6.0 m3 rock bucket efficiently. During material transportation, the power-split driveline ensures a smooth ride and a high level of performance by automatically adapting to the current driving situation. As a result, the L 580 XPower® contributes to boosting the quarry’s productivity. ‘The new Liebherr wheel loader allows us to handle 1,500 tonnes of greywacke on a daily basis. At the same time, its average diesel consumption of 12 litres per hour of operation is impressively low and helps us reduce our operating costs’, Günter Jung explained.

XPower® by Liebherr that convinced me the most. The wheel loader is sturdily built and has a comfortable cab’, said Günter Jung. He also values the close cooperation with Dortmund-based LiebherrBaumaschinen Vertriebsund Service GmbH, which has established itself as a reliable partner that provides invaluable support. Run by the Jung family since 1988, the quarry in Drolshagen also operates other Liebherr machines including an A 900 wheeled excavator, three R 914, R 924 and R 944 crawler excavators and an additional wheel loader, an L 576. But one of the fleet’s most popular models is the Liebherr A 902 wheeled excavator: built in 1989, it is maintained by Günter Jung himself and still works in the quarry as reliably as ever.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Liebherr-Werk Bischofshofen GmbH

For the Sauerland-based quarrying company, moderate fuel consumption figures coupled with high levels of material handling performance were the main reasons for purchasing the L 580 XPower®. Determined to find the best possible solution, Günter Jung meticulously tested several machine models from various manufacturers. ‘In direct comparison with other makes, it was the L 580

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Martin Koller Marketing and Public Relations Tel.: +43 (0) 50809 11475 E mail: martin.koller.lbh@liebherr.com

The Liebherr L 580 XPower® wheel loader feeding blast material into a crusher. (Photo: Liebherr)

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NEWS & REPORTS Liebherr-Werk Ehingen GmbH

Ibarrondo receives first Liebherr LG 1750 lattice boom mobile crane with new SL20F2 boom system in Spain

From left to right: Mikel Ibarrondo (Ibarrondo), Tobias Böhler (Liebherr Ibérica). (Photo: Liebherr)

• LG 1750 for the erection of wind turbines • SL20F2 boom system improved for applications without a derrick system • Family-run company Ibarrondo has been active in the crane industry since 1956 The Ibarrondo Group has purchased a Liebherr LG 1750 for erecting wind turbines. The new 750 tonne lattice boom mobile crane features the new SL20F2 boom system which is designed for the low cost erection of heavy equipment on wind turbine towers up to 100 metres in height. The elimination of a derrick system means fast set up, easy manoeuvring from one wind power generator to the next and a reduction in the number of transport units. The new crane makes Ibarrondo a pioneer in Spain – it is the first one with the new boom system based on the Liebherr SX system with boom sections 3.5 m wide. Only one additional component is required for the extension from the SX system to the SL20F2 and can be used for both the LR 1750/2 crawler crane and for the LG 1750 mobile crane. A conscious decision was made to eliminate the derrick system to improve economy. The lifting capacity

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figures of the new boom system are impressive even in this configuration – at a hook height of 113 metres it has a lifting capacity of 140 tonnes, 20% more than similar cranes without a derrick system. This means it is ideal for current and also future wind turbine generations on towers measuring up to 100 metres in height. The new boom system is not just limited to wind turbines, however, as a 400-tonne head for hoisting heavy loads can be installed instead of the lattice fly jib. „We assessed several different options and decided on the LG 1750 from Liebherr. Not just because it retains its value well, which is very important to us, but also because of the product quality and the professionalism of the Liebherr specialists and the company‘s good after sales service. That makes a real difference in our industry,“ says Mikel Ibarrondo, Managing Director of the Group.

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NEWS & REPORTS Ibarrondo is a family-run company. The Group has been active in the crane industry since 1956 and currently operates around 70 cranes, around 60 % of which bear the Liebherr brand name. The fleet includes cranes with lifting capacities ranging from 8 to 750 tonnes, including the new LG 1750. Mikel Ibarrondo continues: „When we decided to buy a lattice boom crane, the options from Liebherr were a crawler crane or a mobile crane. We decided on the LG 1750 mobile crane as a result of its better mobility and slightly higher lifting capacity.“ During its first five months in service, the new crane will work in a wind farm where it will use all its capacity. More wind turbine work is planned for it afterwards. But Ibarrondo will also use the crane in industry, chemical plants and other construction projects and therefore decided to invest straight away with the first delivery in extending the crane with a derrick, the new “Vario Tray” suspended ballast pallet and the SX boom with a boom length of 144 m (SXD4F2B) so that the crane would be suitable for covering a wide range of work in the future.

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

Ibarrondo‘s new Liebherr lattice boom LG 1750 mobile crane (Liebherr Ibérica). (Photo: Liebherr)

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NEWS & REPORTS Liebherr USA

Liebherr USA Co. Celebrates the Groundbreaking of its New Headquarters in Newport News, VA.

With shovels in hand, Sophie Albrecht, Jan Liebherr, Liebherr USA, Co. Managing Directors, its building partners and government officials broke ground during the ceremony. From left: Terrence Leo, Cort Reiser (Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News, Co.), Dave France (Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc.), Michael Molzahn (HBA Architecture & Interior Design, Inc.), Peter Mayr, Managing Director, Cheri Cooke, Finance Director (Liebherr USA, Co.), Gary Minter, Sharon Scott, Florence Kingston, Tina Vick (Newport News City Officials), Jan Liebherr, Sophie Albrecht (Administrative Board, Liebherr-International AG), McKinley Price (Mayor, city of Newport News), Charlotte Liebherr, Torben Reher, Daniel Pitzer (Managing Directors of Liebherr USA, Co.), Michael Daniels, Danny Lee and John Lawson (WM Jordan), Juergen Mayer (Liebherr Purchasing Services GmbH). (Liebherr Ibérica). (Photo: Liebherr)

• Liebherr USA, Co. continues to strengthen its position in North America and prepares for sustainable long-term growth. • Liebherr begins construction of its $45 million expansion in Newport News, VA. Members of the Liebherr family, Executive Management and Newport News city officials gathered last Friday, July 20th for a groundbreaking ceremony on site in Copeland Industrial Park to celebrate the construction of the new Liebherr USA, Co. headquarters. The commencement of this $45 million expansion project marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Liebherr in the United States. The company that has been manufacturing and operating in Newport News, VA for over 48 years broke ground at the site adjacent to its current location. The new facility will serve as the new headquarters for Liebherr USA, Co. and will include the construction of three new buildings: a state–ofthe-art four-story administrative building, a carefully designed warehouse and parts distribution center to meet current and future requirements, and a modernized production and workshop facility intended to support the

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company’s cranes, construction and concrete divisions. Once completed, the new buildings will add over 251,000 square feet to the existing 560,000 square foot Liebherr campus. This investment will greatly impact the company’s operations in the U.S. and drive Liebherr’s strategy for long-term growth. With shovels in hand, Mrs. Sophie Albrecht, Jan Liebherr, Newport News Mayor McKinley Price, Managing Directors of Liebherr USA, Co., its building partners and government officials broke ground during the ceremony. “The US is a strategic market for Liebherr and with this investment we send a clear message of commitment to our customers, employees and the local community here in Newport News”, said Torben Reher, Managing Director of Liebherr USA, Co. “We are grateful for Liebherr’s corporate citizenship, the investments, and the jobs the company has provided for our citizens and others around the region.

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NEWS & REPORTS This expansion will set the stage for even greater success as the company continues to grow, and we are proud to partner with and support Liebherr now and alwaysâ&#x20AC;?, said McKinley Price, Mayor of Newport News, VA. Construction is expected to be completed in 2020, and will house Liebherr USA, Co. employees working in administration, finance, marketing, human resources, sales and service, product support, production and distribution for eight product divisions.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Liebherr USA Ana Cabiedes General Manager, Marketing Liebherr USA, Co. E-mail: ana.cabiedes@liebherr.com www.liebherr.us

Liebherr in the U.S. The Liebherr Group has continually grown its operations in Newport News and throughout the U.S. since it opened in 1970. It operates 13 locations creating a wide range of jobs with roles in manufacturing as well as sales and service across all of the divisions. These operations also have a positive impact on the communities through the use of U.S. suppliers for everything from manufacturing to delivering and distributing our products.

About Liebherr USA, Co. Liebherr USA, Co., based in Newport News, VA provides sales and service on behalf of nine different Liebherr product units: Construction Equipment; Mining; Mobile and Crawler Cranes; Tower Cranes; Concrete Technology; Foundation Equipment; Maritime Cranes; Components and the Appliances, which includes refrigerators and freezers.

Liebherrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new expansion in Newport News, VA. (Photo: Liebherr)

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Advanced Mining Solutions

TIPCO GmbH Tudeshki Industrial Process Control

Online-Systeme Anlagenüberwachung Qualitätssteuerung Prozesssteuerung

Kontakt Albrecht-von-Groddeck-Str. 3 D-38678 Clausthal-Zellerfeld Telefon +49 (0) 53 23 / 98 38 808 Mobil +49 (0) 173 / 51 67 579 E-Mail: tudeshki@ipc-tudeshki.com

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NEWS & REPORTS Terex® Finlay

A fleet of Terex Finlay C-1550 (direct feed) cone crushers and inclined 693+ and 694+ screeners are proving their worth at Tillicoultry Quarries Tillicoultry Quarries has taken delivery of two C-1550 cone crushers, 693+ and 694+ inclined screens in the past eighteen months from Finlay Scotland Ltd for their hard rock quarries, sand and gravel, asphalt, concrete readymix and recycling operations. A fleet of Terex Finlay C-1550 (direct feed) cone crushers and inclined 693+ and 694+ screeners are proving their worth at Tillicoultry Quarries. (Photo: Terex® Finlay)

These highly versatile machines are proving themselves across the company’s 11 sites producing high quality value added products with high tonnages to support and meet increased demand for the high quality processed products that Tillicoultry produce. Wallace Menzies, Managing Director at Tillicoultry Quarries, said: “The operators and site managers are very happy with the new machines and I’m confident that they will continue to increase our productivity and ability to supply our customers with the products they require.”

Offering large reduction ratios and a high output capacity, the Terex Finlay C-1550 cone crusher features the proven Terex TC1300 cone crusher, which is choke fed with an integrated level sensor, automatic tramp relief and hydraulic closed side setting adjustment to maximise production. To protect the cone, the feed belt is fitted with an automated metal detection and purge system, which minimises downtime by removing metal contaminants via the purge chute. The Terex Finlay 693+ and 694+ are compact three and four-way split mobile screens that are ideal for Tillicoutry as they are suitable for working in a range of applications including fine sand and gravel fine screening, recycling and quarrying.

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Adam Rhind added: “I’ve been extremely pleased with the reliability and powerhouse performance of each of the machines. The ability to redeploy them across our sites is a real benefit to us and typically the machines are operational 30 minutes after they arrive on site. The accessibility for preventative machine maintenance is also an added benefit and the aftermarket support we receive from Finlay Scotland is great. If we need a part or engineer they’re on site typically the next day and if really urgent within hours!” Morris Wightman said: “The machines are working exceptionally well and playing a key part in operations to ensure high value products are processed with maximum output. We’re grateful that Tillicoutry trusted in us when they made the decision to buy the new equipment, extending our close business relationship of over 10 years”

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Terex® Finlay Drumquin Road Omagh Co. Tyrone BT78 5PN Sales: +44 (0) 28 8241 8700 Parts: +44 (0）28 8744 0761

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NEWS & REPORTS Terex® Finlay

New Terex Finlay machines boost production at Skene Group Construction Services Ltd Terex Finlay’s J-1480 jaw crusher and 883+ heavy duty screener are proving to be very productive and efficient additions to the crushing and screening fleet at Skene Group Construction Services Ltd. Finlay Scotland Ltd has supplied the machines, which are being used at Skene’s two quarries at Soutra Mains and Lomond Quarries. Both quarries operate two-tier bench systems and the machines are moved between the quarries and faces to satisfy production requirements. For the past 50 years, Skene Group have been involved in the processing of quarry material, groundworks and in the production of concrete blocks and ready-mix. The company retains its family and has grown on the core values and beliefs of delivering first class products that their customers can depend upon. The J-1480 jaw crusher was ordered and built to a high level with many optional factory fitted extras. The prescreen incorporated on the machine is doing an incredible job and increasing production during the winter months, even with sticky materials that have traditionally proven to be a challenge. This option prevents build up and blockages in the crusher chamber by removing fines that don‘t need to enter the chamber. When blockages do occur the hydrostatic drive arrangement of the plant means that the reverse running of the chamber can be engaged to help clear blockages. This feature ensures downtime is minimised in a safe, quick and efficient manner with minimal intervention from operators required. The 883+ heavy duty screener is being operated along with the J-1480 jaw crusher. This plant was also built to a high specification with chassis riser and extended fines and middle grade conveyors to maximise stockpile capacity. Both machines are fitted with the Terex Finlay T-Link telematics system as standard. The T-Link telematics system enables Skene’s to remotely monitor the machines performance and ensure the regular preventative maintenance is scheduled as required.

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New Terex Finlay machines boost production at Skene Group Construction Services Ltd. (Photo: Terex® Finlay)

Darren Forrester, Skene Group’s Joint Managing Director said: “We are very pleased with the performance of both machines. The pre-screen on the J-1480 is doing a great job and improves the flow of material into the jaw to deliver impressive tonnages even with the sticky materials during the winter period. Both machines are versatile for us and enables us to move the machines between and around our quarries depending on the production demands. What also attracted us was the back up support we knew that we’d get from Finlay Scotland. It was a combination of machine performance and the back up support that gave us the confidence to order a second J-1480 crusher and we look forward to taking delivery of the new machine.” Euan Fairweather: “I’d like to thank Darren Forrester for giving us this opportunity and trusting in Finlay Scotland. Both machines have proven themselves in the difficult and abrasive environments on both Skene quarries and giving excellent tonnages. Both machines are playing a critical part in operations to ensure high value products are processed with maximum output. The material goes straight into the J-1480 and the machines’ independent pre-screens and large chamber opening make it ideal for this type of application before being screened by the 883+ screener. The machines also offer the ability for Skene Group to re-configure them to offer a number of flexible options to meet market demand.”

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TAKRAF and METALLOINVEST Ink Important IPCC System Agreements TAKRAF’s significant experience and capabilities in the InPit Crushing & Conveying (IPCC) space has positioned the company as an important solutions provider to assist METALLOINVEST in expanding its Russian iron ore operations. TAKRAF has recently signed two important agreements to assist METALLOINVEST in expanding their Russian iron ore operations. These agreements were signed at the IMPC 2018-EXPO exhibition in Moscow by Andrey Varichev, CEO of Management Company METALLOINVEST, as well as Dr. Frank Hubrich, CEO of TAKRAF. METALLOINVEST is a leading global iron ore and Hot Briquetted Iron (HBI) producer and supplier and has recently embarked on ambitious expansion projects at two of its mines, namely Lebedinsky GOK and Mikhailovsky GOK. The first agreement for the supply of an IPCC system at Lebedinsky GOK will expand the mine’s capacity to 55 million tons per annum (mtpa) and is scheduled for completion by the second quarter of 2020. The second agreement of intent to collaborate also concerns the supply of an IPCC system with the goal of expanding the Mikhailovsky GOK’s mine capacity to 35 mtpa and is scheduled for completion by the first quarter of 2022. The expansion and efficiency improvements implemented at these mines will enable METALLOINVEST to continue to extract high quality and easily-beneficiated iron ore with a view to ensuring the long-term and sustainable production of required high-quality iron-ore concentrate. The capital and operational costs of a mine directly depend on the material’s transportation system and the implementation of an IPCC system at both mines allows for a substantial decrease in iron ore production and transport costs through significant efficiency improvements and the down-sizing of mine fleets.

TAKRAF and METALLOINVEST Ink Important IPCC System Agreements. (Photo: TAKRAF)

investment projects that allow us to significantly boost the efficient development of iron ore deposits. These projects are part of comprehensive development programs at Lebedinsky GOK and Mikhailovsky GOK that aim to reduce operating costs, increase production volumes and improve production quality. We are confident that through the use of TAKRAF equipment, we can ensure the reliable and continuous operation of these IPCC systems and our mining operations.” Dr. Hubrich also had the following to add: “We as TAKRAF are very pleased to have the opportunity to contribute with our experience and know-how to these two ground-breaking METALLOINVEST projects. We will provide proven technologies that are able to withstand the heavy-duty task and look forward to the implementation of the IPCC systems. They will contribute to significant reliability, efficiency and costs improvements ensuring the long-term sustainability of both these mines. Furthermore, and most importantly, we can assure that by employing mature maintenance solutions on our systems, we will increase levels of availability and safety.”

Andrey Varichev, CEO of Management Company METALLOINVEST, had this to say of the important occasion: “These projects are both large scale and important

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TAKRAF Technology for Rio Tinto at their Paraburdoo Iron Ore Operations Rio Tinto Iron Ore has commenced a major sustaining capital project in Paraburdoo, Western Australia, where TAKRAF plays a key role as advanced technology provider. Rio Tinto Iron Ore has commenced a major sustaining capital project to replace the original stackers at the Paraburdoo mine – stackers are pieces of machinery used to evenly distribute ore into stockpiles. The existing old stackers were part of the mine’s original infrastructure, stacking the very first load of iron ore from Paraburdoo in 1972. In 46 years of operation, they have stacked just over 800 million tons of ore, requiring only minimal structural changes throughout that time. Rio envisage that this project will create almost 100 jobs. TAKRAF – a Tenova company and a leading solutions provider to the global resource industry – is leading the design and implementation phases of the stacker replacement and has committed to sourcing all material and equipment from well known, reputable suppliers with a high preference for local content predominantly in Western Australia. TAKRAF’s office in Perth will manage the entire project, with support provided from the company’s offices in Brisbane and global competence centers. The design of the new stackers is underway and the start of fabrication is scheduled to begin later this year with installation and commissioning completed by early 2020.

The new Paraburdoo stackers boast some advanced new features:

TAKRAF and METALLOINVEST Ink Important IPCC System Agreements. (Photo: TAKRAF)

On 29 June, Dr. Frank Hubrich, TAKRAF CEO, along with the West Australian Premier, Mark McGowan, and Rio Tinto Iron Ore CEO, Chris Salisbury, visited the Paraburdoo Mine to mark the start of the project. Dr. Hubrich had this to say of the event: “We are extremely proud of having been selected to provide some of our advanced machines to this important project for Rio Tinto, the state of Western Australia and the country as a whole. This only serves to reinforce TAKRAF as a leading global provider of mining and bulk material handling equipment and we look forward to working together with Rio Tinto in other important projects in the future.” This project forms part of Rio Tinto’s broader sustaining capital program estimated at $1 billion a year over the next three years. The company is also investing in replacing depleting assets with an estimated $2.2 billion expected to be spent on replacement mines over the next three years.

• Modern advances in engineering design and mechanical technology • Latest generation variable-speed drive control and fiber optic network infrastructure • Advanced anti-collision system with GPS back up • Fully automated and monitored from the Rio Tinto Operations Center in Perth, Australia

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FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: TAKRAF GmbH Torgauer Straße 336 04347 Leipzig Germany

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NEWS & REPORTS Herrenknecht AG

About-turn for „SUSE“ in the Filder Tunnel

In late July, „SUSE“ has completely excavated the western tube of the Filder Tunnel. From the fall of 2018 she is due to begin her fourth and final shield drive of about 3.4 kilometers in the eastern tube of the Filder Tunnel (Photo: Herrenknecht)

In late July the moment has come: tunnel boring machine „SUSE“ (Ø 10,820 mm) has completely excavated the western tube of the Filder Tunnel. Now, in a specially built cavern, the approximately 120 meter long Multi-mode TBM from Herrenknecht is disassembled into individual parts and turned around underground. From the fall of 2018 it is due to commence excavation work in the remaining 3.4 kilometer section of the eastern tube. „Stuttgart-Ulm schneller erreicht“ (Stuttgart-Ulm reached faster) is behind the acronym used to name the Herrenknecht tunnel boring machine „SUSE“ (Ø 10,820 mm), which successfully finished its third shield drive in the Baden-Württemberg state capital in late July. With the end of the advance the crew from joint venture ARGE ATCOST 21 (Porr Bau GmbH Tunnelbau, G. Hinteregger & Söhne Baugesellschaft m.b.H., Östu-Stettin Hoch- und Tiefbau GmbH, Swietelsky Baugesellschaft m.b.H.) has now completed the western tube of the approximately 9.5 kilometer long twin-tube Filder Tunnel. For the final project breakthrough, „SUSE“ still has to excavate a 3.4 kilometer long section in the eastern tube. The tunnelling work is scheduled to start in the fall of 2018. Prior to that, the approximately 2,000 tonne and 120 meter long TBM will be disassembled into several parts and turned around in a specially built cavern inside the rock mass. „Such an about-turn underground with a TBM of this size is absolutely exceptional,“ says Dr.-Ing. E. H. Martin Herrenknecht. „This shows what extraordinary technical

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feats are being achieved during the construction work on the Filder Tunnel. Hats off to the site crew!“ The tunnel section is located in heterogeneous rock strata and overcomes a total height difference of 155 meters with a slope of up to 2.5 percent. Due to the complex project requirements, initially no mechanized tunnelling was planned for the Filder Tunnel. However, the particularly flexible and convertible Multi-mode TBM machine type from Herrenknecht has convinced the client Deutsche Bahn of the advantages of mechanized tunnelling over a large part of the tunnel route. In the upper section of the Filder Tunnel the convertible Multi-mode TBM „SUSE“ worked in EPB mode with screw conveyor muck removal, in the lower Filder Tunnel in open single-shield mode with belt conveyor discharge. The only area the machine was not used was in the geological transition zone, where miners removed the material from the rock using diggers and loosening blasting.

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NEWS & REPORTS As a convertible Multi-mode TBM, „SUSE“ (Ø 10,820 mm) can handle even the most difficult conditions, such as different rock strata and a total height difference of 155 meters with a slope of up to 2.5 percent. In the upper section of the Filder Tunnel the TBM works in EPB mode with screw conveyor muck removal, in the lower part in open single-shield mode with belt conveyor discharge. (Photo: Herrenknecht)

The Filder Tunnel is the longest on the new line between Stuttgart and Ulm, which will link the new central railway station with the Filder Plain. As a result of the railway project, travel times between Stuttgart and Ulm will be almost halved. Around ten million passengers per year will benefit from the scheme. Contractors working on other tunnelling sections of the Stuttgart-Ulm railway project are also relying on Herrenknecht tunnel boring machines. For example, the two Herrenknecht machines „WANDA“ and „Sibylle“ (Ø 10,820 mm) are in operation for the Albvorland Tunnel. The EPB Shield „Käthchen“ (Ø 11,340 mm) recently completed excavation of the 8.8 kilometer long Bossler Tunnel.

Machine/Project data S-738/S-746 • Machine type: Multi-mode TBM • Shield diameter: 10,830 mm • Drive power: 4,200 kW • Tunnel length: 9,468 m, Advance length 15,330 m • Geology: heterogeneous soils (Lower Jurassic & Rhaetic, lumpy marl, sandstone with marls and clay, unleached Gypsum keuper) • Customer: ARGE ATCOST 21 (Porr Bau GmbH Tunnelbau, G. Hinteregger & Söhne Baugesellschaft m.b.H., Östu-Stettin Hoch-und Tiefbau GmbH, Swietelsky Baugesellschaft m.b.H.) • Client: Deutsche Bahn AG

The multi-mode TBM „SUSE“ is being turned around in a specially built cavern inside the rock mass. The approximately 120 meter long TBM will be disassembled into several large parts. Subsequently, each part will be transported through the turning cavern and then reassembled for the drive in the opposite direction. (Photo: Herrenknecht)

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Direct Pipe world record in New Zealand

New world record: at 1,930 meters, McConnell Dowell sets a new world record. The construction company has broken the previous Direct Pipe® world record of 1,495 meters. (Photo: Herrenknecht)

For the modernization of a wastewater treatment plant near Auckland, innovative Direct Pipe® technology is in use to install a sea outfall pipeline. Over 1,930 meters, the machine is tunnelling its way through the New Zealand subsoil into the sea. That‘s a world record. The new sea outfall not only increases the plant‘s capacity, but also sets a new distance world record with Direct Pipe® technology. Just under four months after launch, the site crew in New Zealand‘s Whangaparaoa can report the successful breakthrough of the microtunnelling machine „Blanche“. But that‘s not all. With a length of 1,930 meters, contractor McConnell Dowell‘s project team sets a new distance world record with the Direct Pipe® method. Watercare‘s Army Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant project, on the Hibiscus Coast near Auckland, will create an additional 2.9 kilometer long sea outfall. The pipeline connects the pump station with the discharge point, about one kilometer off the coast. This will significantly increase the capacity of the wastewater treatment plant. Special attention is being paid to environmental protection so as not to impact the surrounding recreational and fishing area. Under no circumstances must the local flora and fauna be affected. This fauna includes kiwis, New Zealand‘s national symbol, which are under special Only three and a half months were needed by the site team for the underground mission on the New Zealand peninsula. (Photo: Herrenknecht)

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NEWS & REPORTS protection. The Direct Pipe® method is ideal for such sensitive installations. Herrenknecht‘s patented pipeline installation method uses an AVN machine. The pipe string is attached to it and simultaneously inserted during the tunnelling process. This is done with the help of the „Pipe Thruster“. With pushing power of up to 750 tonnes, it thrusts the pipeline under the ground. Pipeline installation takes place in one step. In this way, the environmental impact is kept low and the landscape remains intact. The highlight of the project is the distance world record cracked at 1,496.48 meters – the longest pipe string ever laid with Direct Pipe® so far. All in all, the drive went smoothly. „The world-record breaking Direct Pipe drive at Watecare’s Army Bay project would not have been possible without the expert assistance and timely backup that Herrenknecht provided contractor McConnell Dowell right from tender preparation, through establishment of the plant to successful breakthrough,“ says McConnell Dowell Project Manager Brent Whiting. The AVN machine

was lifted out of the sea at the outfall and towed ashore. The new discharge at Watercare’s Army Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant is scheduled to go into operation early next year and will equip the facility for future population growth.

Machine/Project data M-2170M • Machine type: AVN1000DP • Excavation diameter: 1,220 mm • Tunnel length: 1,930 m • Customer: McConnell Dowell • Client: Watercare

The Direct Pipe® method installs the pipeline in one step, significantly reducing environmental impact. (Photo: Herrenknecht)

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Rock-solid tunnelling: double breakthrough on the Follo Line

Queen Eufemia breaks through the rock as the first of the two sister machines. About 24 months after the drive began, the double breakthrough sets a milestone in the Follo Line project. (Photo: Herrenknecht)

Royal double breakthrough in Oslo. After about 9 kilometers each through tough gneiss, on Tuesday, September 11, 2018 the twin tunnel boring machines from Herrenknecht „Queen Eufemia“ and „Queen Ellisiv“ achieved an historic double breakthrough near the city center of Oslo. The Follo Line Project is currently the country‘s largest infrastructure project and involves the construction of Norway‘s longest railway tunnel. The two 20 kilometer long tunnels connect Oslo with Ski further to the south and from 2021 will shorten travel time for commuters by half.

Acciona Ghella Joint Venture: A few minutes after the first breakthrough, after 23 months, Queen Ellisiv also breaks through the tough gneiss. 9 kilometers of tunnelling lie behind the TBMs. Two other tunnel boring machines are currently boring their way through gneiss and hard rock toward Ski. (Photo: Herrenknecht)

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NEWS & REPORTS Acciona Ghella Joint Venture: On September 11 the double breakthrough was viewed around the world via live stream. On site the tunnelling crews also waited for the two tunnel boring machines to break through. (Photo: Herrenknecht)

not only the drive was faster than expected. Factory acceptance of the first TBM took place in March 2016 already, just eleven months after receipt of the order. There were only 19 months between contract signing and the beginning of work of the fourth and thus last of the machines in Oslo in November 2016. At times, around thirty Herrenknecht service experts were on site simultaneously to actively help with the assembly of the machines. Via live stream, on September 11, around 25.000 viewers around the world watched the almost simultaneous breakthroughs of the two Herrenknecht sister machines „Queen Eufemia“ and „Queen Ellisiv“. Not only for client Bane NOR and the joint venture Acciona-Ghella was it an historic day. The use of a total of four Herrenknecht tunnel boring machines (TBMs) for the major Follo Line Project was a first for the Norwegian tunnel industry too. It is an advance of mechanized tunnelling technology into a country where conventional tunnelling traditionally dominates. But Anne Kathrine Kalager, Project Manager at Bane NOR, is certain: „In future TBMs will be a realistic alternative in large projects, even in our extreme hard rock.“ Since late 2016 the TBMs with diameters of 9,900 mm each have been boring their way through tough gneiss over a total length of around 36 kilometers. Tunnel boring represents the majority of the long tunnel – or 18.5 km of a total of 20 km tunnel on the 22 km long stretch. Completion of the Follo Line Project is planned in December 2021. Before the final breakthrough of the four machines, a total of four million cubic meters of rock – almost twice the volume of the Cheops pyramid – has to make way. In order to master the tough mission, Double Shield TBMs have been used. They are among the most technically sophisticated tunnel boring machines and combine the functional principles of Gripper and Single Shield TBMs in one machine. In stable geologies, combining these methods permits the installation of concrete segments parallel to the drive. The best performance of „Queen Ellisiv“ under these extreme conditions was 19 rings or about 34 meters per day. But

„So we were four months ahead of the official schedule with the TBM launch,“ explains Fernando Vara, Project Director of the Acciona Ghella JV. During the drive, the tunnelling and service teams also work closely together. In Schwanau, up to 40 refurbishment experts take care of the professional reprocessing of the disc cutters. The linchpin of the drive is the quality of the cutting tools. The disc cutters made of special steel, 19 inches in diameter and each weighing up to 372 kilograms, are pressed against the extremely abrasive rock with up to 32 tonnes of pressure on 70 annular tracks. The geological conditions result in high wear. In the course of the project, approximately 4,250 cutter changes are necessary on each machine. „I’ve never had to deal with such hard rock before. You can only handle that with teamwork,“ says Francesco Giampietro, longtime TBM manager at Ghella. The Follo Line Project is currently the largest infrastructure project in Norway. From 2021, the high-speed line will connect Oslo with Ski to the south. Encouraging commuters to switch from cars to public transport is expected to reduce the volume of traffic in the Norwegian

Acciona Ghella Joint Venture: The successful double breakthrough is a first in Norway, where conventional tunnelling has dominated until now. (Photo: Herrenknecht)

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NEWS & REPORTS capital. An important milestone for this is the Follo Line. „Half the Norwegian population lives within a radius of 100 kilometers around the capital,“ says Kalager. „The Follo Line also strengthens the social foundation for the future.” Before trains can travel here, two machines must continue through extremely hard rock. In the spring of 2019 the final breakthrough of the two other tunnel boring machines is expected, currently still underway in the direction of Ski. Until then, every day „Anna from Kloppa“ and „Magda Flatestad“ are boring their way through one of the world‘s hardest rock types, with up to 300 MPa.

Machine-/Project Datan S-980, S-981, S-982, S-983 Follo Line- Norway • Machine type: 4x Double Shield TBM • Shield diameter: 4x 9,900 mm

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Herrenknecht AG Schlehenweg 2 77963 Schwanau / Germany Phone: +49 (0) 7824-302-0 Fax: +49 (0) 7824-3403 info@herrenknecht.com

About Herrenknecht Herrenknecht is the leading provider of holistic technical solutions in mechanized tunnelling, building on the experience of more than 4,100 projects worldwide. For all diameters, in all geologies and in all areas of application - railway, metro, road, utility, pipelines, hydropower, mining and exploration. We offer our customers a complete portfolio of mechanized tunnelling technology, additional equipment and services and therefore project-specific complete solutions. We call them „Full Range Solutions“. Our focus is placed on clear value propositions, measurable benefits for the customer and team spirit.

• Drive power: 4x 4,550 kW • Tunnelling length: 1x 8,881 m, 1x 8,892 m, 1x 9,113 m, 1x 9,128 m • Geology: hard rock, gneiss • Client: Bane NOR • Customer: AGJV Acciona Ghella Joint Venture

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The two 20 kilometer long tunnels connect Oslo with Ski further to the south and from 2021 will shorten travel time for commuters by half. (Photo: Herrenknecht)

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Caterpillar Integrates OSIsoft Connected Services for Cat Asset Intelligence

Caterpillar Integrates OSIsoft Connected Services for Cat® Asset Intelligence (Photo: OSIsoft)

Integrating OSIsoft’s data management system into Caterpillar’s advanced analytics platform to help shipping companies reduce fuel and maintenance costs and increase uptime. San Leandro, CA and Virginia Beach, VA — OSIsoft LLC, a leader in operational intelligence, is proud to announce that Caterpillar Inc. (CAT:NYSE) has integrated OSIsoft’s Connected Services into its Cat Asset Intelligence platform, a suite of subscription-based AI services for analyzing fuel consumption, equipment health and other critical operations in real time. Cat Asset Intelligence services can be used to optimize the performance of diesel generators and other equipment from multiple brands, not just Cat equipment. Caterpillar also integrates OSIsoft’s Connected Services into Cat Asset Intelligence services for many land-based equipment lines as well. The announcement was made at PI World, taking place in Barcelona, Spain this week.

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Shipping companies are entering an era where finetuning operations will be absolutely critical for their success and sustainability. Fuel alone can be 50 percent or more of the total lifetime cost of a vessel: reducing it by even a few percentage points can mean millions in savings a year. New safety and environmental regulations, such as the International Marine Organization’s requirement that sulfur content of fuels be lowered to 0.5 percent mass/ mass from 3.5 percent by 2020, will further require shipping and port operations to improve their situational awareness. “Our goal is to give people across the shipping industry highest uptime at lowest total ownership costs by providing better insight into their operations so they can make better decisions,” said Ken Krooner, General Manager of Caterpillar Marine Asset Intelligence.

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NEWS & REPORTS Some of the early success stories of combining Cat Asset Intelligence and OSIsoft technology for marine customers include: Caterpillar advised a company with RoRo vessels, massive ships used to haul heavy equipment like bulldozers, on the optimal time to clean its hulls to reduce drag. By shifting from scheduled cleaning, the company is slated to save $450,000 in fuel per vessel per year in reduced fuel consumption. Cat Asset Intelligence notified an inland tugboat operator of problems with its diesel engine from a third party manufacturer seven, four and two days in advance by analyzing fuel pump supply pressure, engine performance and other data. A cruise line is expected to save $1.5 million per ship in reduced fuel consumption through Cat Asset Intelligence.

Connected Services: PI on the Inside Connected Services from OSIsoft are a selected set of cloud-based services that effectively enable hardware manufacturers, software developers and service providers to integrate PI System technology into their offerings. Used by over 65 percent of the industrial companies in the Fortune 500, OSIsoft’s PI System transforms the vast data streams from sensors and other devices into rich, real-time insights that can be used directly by individuals to save money or improve efficiency or delivered to other applications to improve the speed and accuracy of digital services. The PI System can be found inside wind farms, national labs, rail networks, data centers, over 1,000 leading utilities and over 90 percent of the world’s largest oil and gas companies.

Worldwide, over 2 billion sensor-based data streams are managed by the PI System. “The one thing predictions about the Internet of Things have in common is that they all underestimate the scope and scale of changes we will experience. Every industrial company and every equipment manufacturer will fundamentally transform the way they do business in over the next ten years,” said Dr. J. Patrick Kennedy, CEO and founder, OSIsoft. “We’re extremely proud to be working with Caterpillar to develop the foundation for a new chapter in the history of shipping.”

About OSIsoft OSIsoft is dedicated to helping people transform their world through data. For more, please visit www.osisoft.com

About Caterpillar Marine Asset Intelligence Caterpillar Marine Asset Intelligence provides digital services and solutions to customers using data analytics and expert advisory services to predict and avoid equipment failures, reduce fuel and energy consumption, and optimize maintenance. While this offering is relatively new as a part of Caterpillar, the organization has been delivering value to our customers for 15 years and is based on over 50 million hours of machine monitoring experience. This innovative technology and service offering complements the Caterpillar Marine products and technologies that are focused on providing the highest level of uptime and the lowest lifecycle cost.

Caterpillar Integrates OSIsoft Connected Services for Cat® Asset Intelligence (Photo: OSIsoft)

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: OSIsoft Michael Kanellos mkanellos@osisoft.com (510) 877-9331 Ashley McLaughlin McLaughlin_Ashley_A@cat.com (757) 321-6937

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The Application Engineer is a support function to Sales, Marketing, Product Management for Liebherr-Mining products, working in house at factory and sales affiliate level as well as directly with our end customers.

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Responsibilities Understands surface mining methods and the correct application of surface mining equipment. Experience to compare technical benefits, performance and operational cost of different kinds of surface mining equipment. Worked on mining operations or with a mining consultant in the field of mining equipment planning. Competencies Strong analytical capabilities with good communication skills and is a strong team worker. Practical experience to run truck haulage simulations, use mine planning software and conduct in field production test studies. Flexible to travel worldwide and engage with different cultures. Has a strong motivation to look into future, innovative technologies in the field of surface mining equipment. Is highly motivated and has a strong focus on high quality of work. Has high-level language skills in English. Our offer A challenging and interesting range of activities awaits you at Liebherr in an internationally successful Group. We offer you a secure job with the social contributions of a modern organisation and pay a performance-based salary.

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

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