Atlas Copco to launch the new generation Mobile Miner product line - the future of hard rock mining
July 7, 2017
Better efficiency The biggest problem with mining hard rock is that it is difficult to break mechanically. Using the traditional drill and blast method is a slow start and stop process. The mine has to be evacuated before a blast, and various gases are created by the explosion. When using mechanical rock excavation based on soft rock pics, the cutting parts wear down quickly, advance rates are low and energy consumption is high. Atlas Copco is now introducing steel disc cutter technology to the mining industry, a technology used and proven in civil construction industry for a long time. “With the new generation Mobile Miner, the rock cutting process is continuous and predictable which makes planning and scheduling much easier - a critical factor for the mining industry to become more cost efficient and predictable in their operations,” said Johnny Lyly, Global Product Manager for Mobile Miner at Atlas Copco.
Safer operations One important aspect of the Mobile Miner is safety for the operators. Mobile Miner does less damage to the surrounding rock and reduces the risk of fall of ground. Being automated and remotely controlled also means that operators can be removed from hazardous areas of the mine. In that way, this kind of innovation and modernization improves both safety and the long-time performance of a mine. For more information about the Mobile Miner product family please visit: atlascopco.com
- Mikael Ramström, Director of Mechanical Rock Excavation- Atlas Copco Underground Rock Excavation division mikael.ramstrom@se.atlascopco.com
- Johnny Lyly, Global Product Manager for Mobile Miner- Atlas Copco Underground Rock Excavation division johnny.lyly@se.atlascopco.com
- Ann-Sofie Andersson, Global Communication and Brand Manager, Atlas Copco Underground Rock Excavation division ann-sofie.andersson@se.atlascopco.com