Sleipner Finland unveils fully electric and autonomous transport system for mines

Sleipner Finland has unveiled a new generation of fully electric and autonomous transport system for moving mining and construction equipment.

The new autonomous and emission-free electric transport system is aimed at mines that already use automated equipment, such as drills, and therefore have the infrastructure to support autonomous solutions. Several patents are pending for Sleipner’s innovative transport solution.

Autonomous mining requires all equipment to be automated – beginning with the giant vehicles that transport blasted rocks and the drills. The entire site can be operated and monitored remotely and safely without mining personnel having to work among the automated vehicles.

The new transport system unveiled by Sleipner Finland is battery-powered, which enables the use of renewable energy for the autonomous transport of mining and construction equipment.

The company says that the new autonomous and electric transport system will be scaled to different weight classes, and the autonomous control system interface can also be connected to the systems of other OEMs since it has an open interface

Like all other Sleipner Finland products, the new lowbed trailer is designed to operate reliably in temperatures ranging from –40 to +50°C, which is considered in the high-quality materials and components.

“The new transport system supports our growth strategy. We are investing significantly in product development and our co-operation network. Our goal is to be the strongest trendsetter within our own narrow field as a provider of transportation solutions for mining equipment. Thanks to our innovative R&D, we are able to serve the mining companies of the future in their emission reduction targets and operational efficiency,” Koponen emphasises.

In addition to reducing emissions, the automation of mines is also a solution to the prevailing labour shortages in the sector. Technological advances also have an impact on occupational wellbeing due to changing job descriptions. Moreover, with automated equipment, personnel do not have to work in the field among large machines, which increases safety.

Sleipner has a dealer network in most important mining countries, including Canada.

Visit www.Sleipner.com for more information.

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