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Behind the Scenes: Hitachi EX8000 Assembly Process
From Parts to Powerhouse: Witness the Incredible Assembly of the Hitachi EX8000 Mining Shovel Manufactured in Japan and delivering an impressive 2x 1944 HP, the Hitachi EX8000 is a true giant of the excavating world. With a max dig reach of 73 ft 2 inches, this monster of a machine is powered by two Tier...
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One Bearing, One Wajax, 3.5 Million Saved
THE CHALLENGE In any industry, there is always the worry of production shutdown leading to profit loss. This can happen due to any number of factors, but in the case of this particular client, there was the potential for machine degradation to lead to long-term downtime. Our mining client had done a number of vibration...
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Gearmotor Solution Withstands Harsh Outdoor Conditions
THE CHALLENGE The customer’s bulk material handling stacker had experienced repetitive failures. It operated in a very difficult outdoor environment including; ice, snow, rain and dust. The reducer was an obsolete model operating 24/7 with a 100HP motor at 1750 RPM. THE NEED The customer required a retrofit replacement reducer and motor that would provide...
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Preventing a Costly Mine Shutdown
THE CHALLENGE After scheduling a shutdown on the mine loading pocket, the customer realized that they were missing parts required for the operation. The problem was that the missing parts were not ordered, they had an expected lead time of 16 weeks, while the shutdown was taking place in just 5 weeks. THE NEED The...
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Finding the Right Gearmotor for a Screen Conveyor
THE CHALLENGE The customer experienced repetitive failure of a cast iron motor adaptor on a screen conveyor. The environment was very dusty with high humidity. There was also high vibration because the motor was supported by a chain block due to its weight. Additionally, the keyway hollow shaft made it difficult to remove the gearmotor...
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Level Gauge Improves Safety and Operations for Underground Mine
THE CHALLENGE To prevent groundwater from entering underground mines, the ground adjacent to the mining zone needs to be frozen. To create this freezing effect, Wajax’s client, used ammonia refrigeration chillers as part of the process to increase uranium production. The challenge, however, was ensuring accurate readings of ammonia levels. These chillers used glass gauges...
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Winter Workshop for Iron Ore Mine
THE CHALLENGE One of the world’s largest iron ore producers wanted a mobile workshop at their northern mining operation. Like anything in the mining industry, it would have to hold up against some very harsh conditions. However, there was an extra challenge with this endeavour. The temperatures can reach as low as -40°C and they...
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Keeping the Wheels on in Mining
The Challenge Kal Tire is one of the leading mining tire service providers in the world, providing tire supply and service to over 150 mine sites globally. For nearly five decades, they have delivered innovative tire solutions that have helped to increase productivity and safely maximize their client’s investment. Kal Tire’s operations in Canada have...
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Mining for the Right Operational Process
THE CHALLENGE An Eastern Canadian mining customer was gearing up to reopen production at a mine that had been inactive for years. This significant undertaking would require everything from mining equipment and machines to repair audits, logistics, inventory, and countless other necessities. Opening and operating a mine is a complex process. Everyone needs to be...
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Leading Mining Customer Needed a Safety Solution – Wajax’s Solution Became the New Standard of Reference
The Challenge When one of the largest mining companies in the world looked to address a safety issue, they turned to long-time partner and trusted advisor, Wajax – where safety is a core value that extends to customers and suppliers. The Need During the installation of conveyor rollers, mechanics had to handle a load weighing...
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