Mining Magazine July 2014 | Page 22

MACHINERY
Joy Global Based in the United States , Joy Global is a manufacturer of surface and underground mining machinery . They offer some of the best custom engineered underground equipment in the mining industry . From room and pillar to longwall and entry development systems , Joy ’ s rugged and reliable equipment combines some of the industry ’ s latest innovation and developments into realities .
The company ’ s complete line of mobile roof bolters has changed the safety and efficiency of mining methods . Mobile bolting products range from pneumatic , single head cable bolters to automated , multi-head roof and rib bolters . Joy ’ s Quadbolters are leading the way in innovation .
The Joy quadbolters features four HFX bolting units with semiautomatic , wear resistant bolter that minimize maintenance and downtime . With a proven track system similar to the systems used by Joy continuous miners , the quadbolters provide excellent tractive effort , low ground pressure , and a robust base even in difficult floor conditions . To improve safety , the quadbolters are equipped with a temporary roof support system and protective canopy for its operators . With the new innovations in underground mining equipment , the future is looking quite abundant for miners looking to maximize profits and productivity .
Combined roof bolters and continuous miners
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22 July 2014