Atlas Copco launches new electric Scooptram EST1030

Features and Benefits

Due to the electric motors high efficiency, this electric loader consumes less energy, produces less heat and has a lower noise level, than a diesel equivalent machine.

The EST1030 uses about 40% less energy and produces 40% less heat during “general operation” compared to the diesel version

“- The global release of the EST1030 shows our commitment to green technology and sustainable mining solutions .” says Franck Boudreault, Regional Business Manager.

In underground mining, ventilation has always been an issue. An electric machine requires very little ventilation, only a minimum must be kept to keep the dust and heat at acceptable levels as well as air for the operator.

Lars Bergkvist- Global Projects Manager adds: -“As mines go deeper, heat and ventilation becomes more and more problematic. At the same time the price of fuel is rising. We strongly believe that efficient electric vehicles will be the key in future mining operations .”

Cable powered electric loaders is not new in concept, they have actually been around for quite some years. The cable and the cable control have however always been a problem area. High tension caused the cable to wrap around corners causing cuts and high cable wear.

The EST1030 introduces a new and patented cable control system that minimises the cable tension as well as cable wear. It is easy to operate the electric loader. Any operator that has used a ST1030 will feel right at home when entering the EST1030 . All controls are the same as in the diesel version and with a minimum amount of training the operator is quickly at his full potential.

Safety

Key safety features include spring-applied, hydraulically released (SAHR) brakes.

The ISO and ROPS/FOPS approved cabin features the Atlas Copco foot box that provides increased leg room and ergonomic control placements. The cabin is placed on rubber mounts, reducing vibrations.

“Health and safety is always on top of the agenda. By switching from diesel to electric there is a big improvement in air quality as well as a major noise reduction.” says Erik Svedlund, Product Manager Electric vehicles.

Service, Parts and Support

The electric Scooptram EST1030 share 90% of its components with the proven and very successful diesel Scooptram ST1030. The diesel version is sold in large numbers all over the world. This ensures spare part availability as well as product support in even the most remote places.

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• Erik Svedlund. Product Manager, Electric Vehicles 
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• Elisabeth Meyer, Project Leader Marketing Communications
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Atlas Copco is an industrial group with world-leading positions in compressors, expanders and air treatment systems, construction and mining equipment, power tools and assembly systems. With innovative products and services, Atlas Copco delivers solutions for sustainable productivity. The company was founded in 1873, is based in Stockholm, Sweden, and has a global reach spanning more than 170 countries. In 2011, Atlas Copco had 37 500 employees and revenues of BSEK 81 (BEUR 9).
 
Atlas Copco Underground Rock Excavation is a division within Atlas Copco’s Mining and Rock Excavation Technique business area. It develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of tunneling and mining equipment for various underground applications worldwide. The division focuses strongly on innovative product design and aftermarket support systems, which give added customer value. The divisional headquarters and main production center is in Örebro, Sweden.