Rugged and reliable drive solution for hybrid and electric vehicles

ABB | June 23, 2016 | 10:23 am

2016-06-23 – In today’s mining industry, efficiency complements reliability and availability in the toolset for successful mining operation. Efficiency improves operation profitability in downturns and gives a boost to investments when markets are doing well.5abb

The heavy vehicles used in mining operations consume a lot of energy. This means that savings on their consumption can substantially increase profitability. Hybrid electric vehicles are a perfect solution, combining availability and efficiency.
A hybrid electric vehicle can operate at its full capacity even when the battery is empty, but it can also store energy for later use. The usage of battery power not only saves energy, but it also smooths out power peaks so that the engine can be run more consistently. An even more efficient way to power the vehicle is to use a fully electric drive train and charge the batteries from the grid. An engine can be used as an optional back-up range extender.

If you want to eliminate exhaust and minimize heat loss, all-electric vehicles are the solution. These vehicles are especially well-suited to underground mining, where increased efficiency also means less heat stress and thus reduces dramatically ventilation need. All-electric vehicles also help to increase personnel safety.

The HES880 drive modules for heavy hybrid electric vehicles are ABB’s answer in the fight for profitability. The HES880 is suitable for all kinds of hybrid or all-electric vehicles. It has been built on reliability, durability and efficiency. These are the cornerstones for your operation’s increased productivity and profitability, as they help save energy and cost.

You can see the HES880 at MinEXPO in Las Vegas 26th – 28th of September (booth 8271) and talk with our experts.

http://www.minexpo.com/