As the world leader in rough-terrain machinery and material handling equipment, Manitou Southern Africa returned to Electra Mining Africa this year to launch the world’s largest telehandler, the MHT-X 14350, as well as three new flameproof mining machines, a scaler, roof bolter and tow tractor.
With a nominal lift capacity of 35 tons on its 14-metre duplex turret, the Manitou MHT-X 14350 delivers an unprecedented level of mobile handling capacity to surface mining, heavy and general logistics industries. Designed with a renewed emphasis on size for increased productivity in the increasingly heavy-load handling requirements characterising modern heavy industrial applications, the MHT-X 14350 from Manitou is a versatile, reliable and robust rough terrain, all-purpose vehicle that delivers unparalleled handling capabilities with increased safety and ergonomic operator comfort.
The model features advanced usability improvements with a 7.2 litre, 240 kW Mercedes-Benz engine delivering a massive 1 300 Nm to cater for the mining and heavy-industrial sectors, with enhanced handling ability of large conveyor belt reels, tyre assemblies, wheel motors, granite blocks, and so forth.
In addition to advancing the lift capacities of mobile material handling equipment, Manitou launched three new flameproof mining machines to its expansive range of mining equipment: the Manitou Scaler, RoofBolter and ManiTrax Tow Tractor.
The Manitou Scaler enables operators to scale hard and soft rock from secure areas on its seven metre, 180° rotational turret, either from within its fully-enclosed cab, or from up to 20 metres away via remote control for maximum safety. The scaler can be fitted with several attachment variations itself, and has secondary functions such as pipe and cylinder fitment, mesh erection and the destruction of large rocks.
The Manitou RoofBolter is an automated drill and bolt rig that offers manoeuvrability and performance in confined soft and hard rock hanging walls as low as 1.8 metres. The RoofBolter, a permanent fixture to the Manitou MT-X 742 Telescopic Handler, consists of a single six-bolt rotating carousel head to enable drilling, automatic epoxy injection and bolting functions in a single procedure to offer massive cost-savings for customers.
The ManiTrax Tow Tractor, used for hauling, towing and transporting purposes, is designed with full four-wheel and crab steering functionality for maximum manoeuvrability in confined underground spaces. Positioning operators forward in the carriage, the ManiTrax offers enhanced visibility, and thus safety.
These machines are designed for the challenges characterising southern Africa’s mining applications. “Our ability to customise Manitou machinery to address specific African mining issues is part of Manitou Southern Africa’s unique innovation and adaptability offering that sets us apart from our competitors,” explains Lindsay Shankland, Managing Director, Manitou Southern Africa.
Aside from unveiling these game-changing mining machines, Manitou was also honoured to have its worldwide founder, Mr Marcel Braud, in attendance at its stand from 15 – 17 September.
For more information, visit www.manitou.co.za