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CAPITAL EQUIPMENT NEWS AUGUST 2017 18
There is considerable rise in popularity
of mobile crushing solutions in the
African marketplace, primarily due
to the versatility and mobility many users
of this gear require, notably crushing
contractors. But, as mobility and versatility
alone may not be sufficient to offer
profitable solutions, fuel savings and
energy efficiency have also become major
factors in influencing buying decisions.
To offer customers the flexibility to
operate fully mobile crushing equipment
that can be powered from mains electricity
or run self-powered where needed, several
original equipment manufacturers (OEMs)
have introduced a range of dual-powered
solutions to meet customer’s demand for
various power-source configurations.
Dual-powered crushers are both
electrically and hydraulically driven, giving
customers an alternative energy source
to operate their range of equipment.
Dual power crushers are fitted with an
electric/ hydraulic drive system that can be
connected to an external electricity supply
once the machine has been set up on site.
These machines can also be fitted with an
onboard generator, allowing the operator to
electrically power the machine, even where
there is no mains electricity supply.
The dual power system provides flexibility
BEST
OF BOTH WORLDS
Primarily due to its mobile and versatile nature, mobile crushing equipment
has taken a very important place in operators’ portfolios, especially crushing
contractors. But, with challenging operational conditions driving changes in
priorities, fuel savings and energy efficiency have also become major factors
in influencing buying decisions. To meet the growing demand for flexibility
in power source configurations, several leading OEMs have introduced dual-
powered crushing solutions, writes Munesu Shoko.
CRUSHING
KEY BENEFITS OF DUAL-POWERED SOLUTIONS
Less maintenance
on electric drive
components
Rapid set up time Offer superior
performance
in dusty
applications and
in high altitude
environments
Savings of up
to 50% when
powered via an
onboard generator
Savings of up
to 75% when
connected to
mains electricity
In 2015, Bell Equipment introduced
the first Terex Finlay dual power
crushing and screening train to the
African market.