With new awareness and research in rope rescue safety, experts are now questioning the effectiveness of the non-tensioned belay. This article will examine pros and cons of this system, as well as ...
For mine operators, keeping an electric rope shovel in the bank is essential for optimum productivity and profitability. Recognizing this vital requirement, Caterpillar has developed the Operator ...
Stabbert Maritime has retrofitted its multipurpose offshore support vessel Ocean Guardian with a synthetic hoisting system after steel wire rope began dictating how and where crew could safely work ...
The Cat LatchFree Dipper System for rope shovels replaces the standard maintenance­intensive latch assembly with a steel link assembly mounted to the dipper back. The key to the design is the geometry ...
Caterpillar has updated the proven AC electric drive system for Cat ® 7495 and 7495 HF Electric Rope Shovels to deliver even greater reliability, improved maintenance access, enhanced safety and ...
Long passed are the days of manila rope and wooden block and tackles. Now, we puff out our chest with high-efficiency, ball bearing pulleys and auto-locking carabiners. Much like cellphones, it seems ...
Jakob Rope System was used in Estadio Nacional Tennis Training Center in Santiago, Chile. The central court was transformed to meet international standards ahead of the Pan-American Games. Together ...