Sandvik - Stage V Underground Loaders

Sandvik reported it will launch its first Stage V underground loaders for hard rock applications. The base engine and selective catalytic reduction purifier are proven Volvo Penta technology, enhanced with a ceramic diesel particle filter. The engine features passive regeneration of the diesel particulate filter and a modulating engine brake. With the former, soot is burned off the filter during normal operation. The latter enables the operator to adjust the engine braking power, allows better control of vehicle speed downhill, and minimizes brake and transmission overheating and brake wear, the company reported. The filter and engine brake contribute to equipment uptime, Sandvik reported.

More information at: http://www.rocktechnology.sandvik