Bringing a host of standard technologies to the 7- to 9-tonne (8- to 10-ton) wheel loader line, the updated Caterpillar 966 and 972 wheel loader series boost operator efficiency. The 966 and 972 models deliver consistently high bucket fill factors to increase productivity by up to 10%. Their next generation design extends fluid and filter change intervals to lower maintenance…
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As multinational companies look for tailored solutions, Caterpillar has introduced Mining Performance Solutions, which brings together resources that create consistent support across global and regional mine sites through integrated insights from the OEM’s global datasets. The Caterpillar Mining Performance Solutions team works with Cat dealers and mining customers to create purpose-built service agreements designed to improve site performance and…
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Immersive Technologies said it was selected as a workforce development partner by PGM and chrome concentrate producer Tharisa Minerals as it adds a new core component to its operator training program at its mine in South Africa. The operator has added a PRO4-B to its simulator fleet, which will use new equipment conversion kits from Immersive that include the Caterpillar…
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Caterpillar has taken on the issue of haul road dust and its impact on safety and productivity at mine sites with the release of its new Cat 777G Water Solutions truck, which it said can solve the issue with less water use. See full article from North American Mining.
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