Mining_Methods_UnderGround_Mining - Mining and Blasting
Mining_Methods_UnderGround_Mining - Mining and Blasting
Mining_Methods_UnderGround_Mining - Mining and Blasting
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1500m<br />
Getting the ore out at Stawell involves an incline of 1:8 to the 400 m level <strong>and</strong> then 1:10 to surface.<br />
water-cooled diesel provides an MSHA<br />
power rating of 485 kW (650 hp) at 2,100<br />
rpm, has a displacement of 19 litres<br />
(1,159 cu in) <strong>and</strong> a six-cylinder, in-line<br />
configuration. It is designed for maximum<br />
utilization with minimum maintenance.<br />
The articulated pistons are<br />
made to last 30% longer, <strong>and</strong> also give<br />
One of the four MT5010 mine trucks at Stawell Mine with manager Bill Colvin <strong>and</strong> driver Bruce Mclean.<br />
Stawell gold Mines<br />
MineraliSed SySTeM<br />
longitudinal Projection december 2004<br />
0 SCALE 500m<br />
RESERVE BLOCKS<br />
INDICATED RESOURCE BLOCKS<br />
INFERRED RESOURCE AREA<br />
MINED AREA<br />
GOLDEN GIFT DOMAINS<br />
EXPLORATIONS TARGET<br />
BASALT<br />
PORPHYRY<br />
FAULT BLANK<br />
30% longer life after the engine’s first<br />
rebuild. Oil seals have been engineered<br />
so they are never exposed to contaminants.<br />
The MT5010 is equipped with an<br />
air-conditioned ROPS/FOPS- approved<br />
cabin with forward-facing seat <strong>and</strong><br />
back-up video monitor, <strong>and</strong> has an active<br />
hydraulic suspension system for im-<br />
proved operator comfort <strong>and</strong> h<strong>and</strong>ling.<br />
Indeed, Stawell operators report that<br />
the MT5010 suspension is the most com-<br />
fortable in their experience <strong>and</strong> pro-<br />
vides a much softer, smoother ride. They<br />
observe that, when working 12-hour<br />
shifts, this makes a huge difference. The<br />
cab is also set up for efficient operation,<br />
with good driver visibility, clear instruments,<br />
<strong>and</strong> all controls easy to reach.<br />
One of the most noticeable <strong>and</strong> impressive<br />
features of the MT 5010 truck is its<br />
power. The Cummins engine delivers<br />
torque of more than 3,000 Nm through<br />
the six-speed automatic transmission.<br />
From a st<strong>and</strong>ing start under load it pulls<br />
extremely well, whereas vehicles from<br />
the previous fleet struggled. It also has<br />
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