Thu November 29, 2012
Atlas Copco Introduces New Range of Electric Concrete Pokers
A three-model family of electronic Atlas Copco SMART concrete pokers has made its debut in the U.S. market. The 3rd generation re-design of the model 40, 48 and 56 SMART pokers has a streamlined aluminum housing that protects their built-in electronics with an overall weight reduction of 30 percent, according to the manufacturer....
Wed November 21, 2012
Atlas Copco Previews Minetruck MT85
Atlas Copco gave attendees a sneak peek at the world’s largest articulated underground mining truck, the Minetruck MT85, at MINExpo in Las Vegas, Sept. 24 to 26. Ben Thompson, product manager at Atlas Copco’s underground rock excavation division, explained, “This truck is designed to fit the same drift dimensions of 50 to 60 metric ton class trucks with one essential difference: It will haul 85 metric tons [93 tons] which gives a tremendous productivity boost in terms of fewer trucks and more ton/kilometers per hour.” Thompson emphasized that the Minetruck MT85 also is fast and highly maneuverable on ramps and inclines....
Mon November 19, 2012
Atlas Copco Introduces Pit Viper 311
Atlas Copco’s PV-311 is designed to meet the demands of today’s expanding mining market with the proven systems, components and technology of the Pit Viper series. The Pit Viper 311 is similar to the Pit Viper 351 with its single-pass drilling but the Pit Viper 311 has the capacity to drill holes deeper to a maximum depth of 125 ft....
Thu November 15, 2012
Atlas Copco Previews New Boomer Upgrades
Atlas Copco previewed a new package of upgrades to its Boomer underground mining and tunneling rigs at MINExpo in Las Vegas, Sept. 24 to 26. The entire package of upgrades and improvements will be applied to all new computerized Boomer rigs beginning in the second quarter of 2013....
Mon November 12, 2012
Atlas Copco Secoroc PARD System Introduced
Atlas Copco’s Secoroc PARD system is designed to boost drilling performance by combining the best of down-the-hole (DTH) and rotary drilling technologies. The new Secoroc PARD system combines a high frequency, low impact DTH hammer and a specially designed tricone drill bit mounted on a standard rotary drill rig and drill string....
Mon November 12, 2012
PowerROC T35 E Surface Drill Rig Joins Atlas Copco Family
The T35 E surface drill rig is Atlas Copco’s latest addition to the PowerROC product family. The PowerROC T35 E is an extendable boom version of the T35 drilling rig currently in use. This new, no-cabin model provides straighter holes, more safety and comfort for the operator and easy-access maintenance, according to the manufacturer....
Mon November 12, 2012
Atlas Copco Introduces XAS 1800 JD7 Compressor
Atlas Copco’s XAS 1800 JD7 compressor is designed for applications requiring a very high volume of air at medium pressure and also is compliant with Tier IV EPA emission regulations. Benefits include easy-to-use electronic controls, optimized fuel consumption and a small footprint to reduce transportation cost....
Wed November 07, 2012
Atlas Copco Introduces LPD-LD Post Driver
Atlas Copco has completed its post driver range with the addition of its lightweight LPD-LD. The fifth model in a family of drivers, the LPD-LD weighs just 39 lbs. (17.7 kg). Atlas Copco now offers a model precisely matched to any handheld or crane-lifted driving job from 3/8 to 6 in....
Fri November 02, 2012
Atlas Copco Introduces New SB 702 Hydraulic Breaker
Atlas Copco’s SB 702 hydraulic breaker is designed with a solid body. The SB 702 has been engineered to consume less fuel, produce lower vibration levels and create less noise. The SB 702 is well-suited for landscaping, construction and demolition jobs among other applications....
Thu October 18, 2012
Atlas Copco Extreme Duty Pedestal Boom Systems Released to Global Mining Industry
Atlas Copco introduced a series of extreme duty (XD) pedestal boom systems to the global mining and aggregate industries at MINExpo in Las Vegas, Sept. 24 to 26. The new XD series is specifically designed for grizzly stations in underground mines and gyratory crushers in open pits....
