Sandvik LH202 improves narrow-vein loading safety and productivity

Sandvik is introducing a new 3-tonne narrow-vein loader (LHD) that offers reliability, productivity and increased safety that has not previously been seen in its size class globally.

The new Sandvik LH202 loader is targeted for narrow-vein mining applications with tunnel widths between two and two-and-a-half meters. It has been designed to help reduce dilution and improve flexibility and operator safety when working in narrow-vein operations.

The LH202 is full of features to help mines maximize tonnes and minimize extraction costs. It has been engineered to optimize machine width, length and turning radius. Sandvik LH202 can reduce cost per tonne by up to 36% thanks to its reduced operating width and larger capacity compared to other loaders in the same size class.

"Due to its compact size and advanced transmission, Sandvik LH202 is both easy to drive and manoeuvre in confined spaces typical of narrow-vein tunnels", says Kimmo Ulvelin, Product Line Manager, Narrow Vein & Low Profile loaders at Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology.

Ashleigh Braddock, Global Sales and Marketing Support Manager, Product Area Load and Haul at Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology, says an operator compartment located in the loader's rear frame helps improve operator safety and comfort.

"With this safety design, we have moved the operator further away from falling rocks during bucket loading," Braddock says. "Improved visibility and powerful LED lights help reduce collision risk while ground-level daily maintenance reduces risk of slips, trips and falls. Enhanced ergonomics in the operator compartment keeps the operator more comfortable during the shift, enabling to focus on production".

With sustainable operation in mind, and to enable the use of Sandvik LH202 in markets with low engine emission requirements, the new loader will be available with either a standard Tier 2 engine or a lower-emission Tier 4 engine in the future.

The new Sandvik LH202 completes a comprehensive offering of Sandvik loaders engineered for narrow-vein operations. From Sandvik LH201, our smallest loader with a payload of one metric ton and capable of operating in tunnels as narrow as one-and-a-half meters, up to the Sandvik LH307, with a tramming capacity of 6.7 metric tons in tunnels that are greater than three meters wide, we offer a narrow-vein loader with an optimized capacity and envelope for your unique operation.

Turku, Finland, September 26, 2017

For more information, contact:

Kimmo Ulvelin
Product Line Manager, Narrow Vein & Low Profile loaders,
Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology
Tel: +358 50 4335022
E-mail: kimmo.ulvelin@sandvik.com

Ashleigh Braddock
Global Sales and Marketing Support Manager,
Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology
Tel: +358 400 349 138
E-mail: ashleigh.braddock@sandvik.com

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Sandvik is a high-tech and global engineering group offering products and services that enhance customer productivity, profitability and safety. We hold world-leading positions in selected areas – tools and tooling systems for metal cutting; equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries; products in advanced stainless steels and special alloys as well as products for industrial heating. In 2016, the Group had approximately 43,000 employees and sales of 82 billion SEK in more than 150 countries within continuing operations.

Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology
Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. Application areas include rock drilling, rock cutting, crushing and screening, loading and hauling, tunneling, quarrying and breaking and demolition. In 2016, sales were approximately 31 billion SEK with about 14,000 employees in continuing operations.