Diesel Engines Take A Back Seat to Electric Power During Uphill Road Segments
The trolley-assist system uses an overhead catenary line to transfer cleaner electric power directly to the wheels of a diesel-electric haul truck.
When the trolley-assist mode is engaged, the truck’s diesel engine is bypassed entirely. The benefits of this are impressive: up to a 70% reduction in fuel consumption, nearly 2X faster uphill speeds, increased haulage production, dramatically lower CO2 emissions, reduced noise, lower operating costs, and more.
Need more? The electrical power drawn to move every trolley-assist haul truck is also generated from a cleaner hydroelectric source.
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The Critical Support Role
Komatsu continues to build on a 30-year history of trolley-assist innovation. Partnering with essential support networks such as SMS Equipment provides the building blocks and turnkey solutions for unique mining operations. As a mining technology leaders and program deployment specialists, we can ensure support of your mine from feasibility analysis to program implementation and execution.
"We are working in close collaboration with our key partners to ensure successful implementation of sustainable solutions to reduce greenhouse gasses from mining operations." Mike Brown, EVP, Technology & Innovation
Next Generation of Electrification
Komatsu’s latest power agnostic truck runs on a variety of power sources including diesel electric, electric, trolley (wired), battery power and even hydrogen fuel cells. It is part of the next generation of zero-emission mining equipment innovations to support sustainable mining solutions.
