Modern Quarrying Q2 2018

AT THE QUARRY FACE WITH ELB EQUIPMENT

Lion Park Quarries co-owner Johann Meintjes.

to anchor and dampen the vibration of the plant, giving it a stable and smooth platform to operate from. Meintjes says the quarry has devel- oped an excellent ongoing relationship with ELB Equipment. “Although we inves- tigate new technologies from various sup- pliers, the vast majority of our equipment is procured from ELB Equipment. Its tech- nical service, support and importantly, technical advice, has played a decisive role in the development of our quarry.” While the purchase of any plant is usually based on well-researched facts and figures, the purchase of the Terex WJ1175 was more of a chance encounter, when Meintjes Snr noticed the unusual machine at ELB’s stockyard. While he had been scouring equipment suppliers to

find a new crushing solution, little did he realise that the right machine had already been brought into the country as a pre- launch demo. After a few enquiries and a favourable price tag, the deal was signed. “This kind of innovation and access to world-leading equipment is what sets ELB Equipment apart and gives us an oppor- tunity to be one step ahead of our com- petitors. Service and support go without saying and with lower running costs, it sets us on a new path of profitability,” he adds. www.elbequipment.co.za

The Terex WJ1175 wheeled jaw plant is suitable for working in many different crushing spreads and will handle almost any material. Whether operating in hard rock, sand and gravel, iron ore or recycled concrete, the Terex WJ1175 is designed to enhance profitability.