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THE LATEST MINING AND SAFETY NEWS AUSTRALIAN MINING PRESENTS THE LATEST NEWS FROM THE BOARDROOM TO THE MINE AND EVERYWHERE IN BETWEEN. VISIT WWW.AUSTRALIANMINING.COM.AU TO KEEP UP TO DATE WITH WHAT IS HAPPENING. HITACHI LAUNCHES FLAGSHIP EX8000-7 EXCAVATOR Hitachi has revealed the EX80007 excavator, which is designed to deliver the utmost power and force in the most challenging mining conditions. Weighing more than 830 tonnes and with the ability to move 75 tonnes of dirt per bucket load, the EX8000-7 is Hitachi’s largest standard backhoe excavator.
The excavator can generate 2×1450 kilowatts of power at 1800 revolutions per minute and comes with the option of a Cummins QSKTA60 or MTU 12V 4000 C33 diesel-charged engine. The EX8000-7 has been designed to perform across different mining profiles and comes with a front attachment design that
THE EX8000-7 BUILDS UPON ITS PREDECESSORS IN A BIG WAY.
prioritises performance. The most significant update on the EX8000-7 is the excavator’s onboard sensors, diagnostic tools and advanced software, which deliver the insights to provide operators with the safest and most productive experience. Further intelligence comes via the EX8000-7’s new electronic cylinder stroke controls that enable the signalling from angle sensors to the main frame, boom and arm. Ensuring product durability and user visibility, operators can monitor the pump flow rate and cylinder speed in real time. Hitachi has implemented the most advanced fuel optimisation technologies and cutting-edge safety features for the new excavator, while also ensuring easy maintenance and operational comfort. The EX8000-7 features electronic joysticks, an intelligent multifunctional display, advanced air suspension seating and improved climate control. Other attributes include an on-board inclinometer, improved machine access and ease of maintenance, a dual isolator switch as standard, an emergency escape chute, engine stop
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switching and optional perimeter monitoring cameras. The EX8000-7 excavator joins Hitachi’s EX-7 series, which also includes EX1200-7, EX2600-7, EX3600-7, EX5600-7 and its new EX2000-7 excavator, recently revealed at MINExpo 2021. The EX2000-7’s main pump electronic regulators, high hydraulic efficiency regeneration and cooling package work together to reduce fuel consumption by up to 20 per cent, offering mining companies a lower-emission option for their operations.
FORTESCUE SETS RECORD MINING SERVICES CONTRACT Fortescue Metals Group and members of the Wintawari Guruma Aboriginal Corporation are partnering to develop new mines at the Solomon Hub operations in Western Australia. The 10-year mining services contract awarded to the joint venture is estimated to be worth more than $500 million, making it the largest ever contract Fortescue has awarded to an Aboriginal business. Under the co-management framework, Fortescue and members of Wintawari – the prescribed body corporate for the Eastern Guruma
People – will establish a culturally safe mining joint venture to mine the East and West Queens deposits. The agreement builds on the decade long relationship between the parties, which was formalised in a Land Access Agreement in December 2009. Wintawari chair Glen Camille said the establishment of the joint venture represents the next step in the journey with Fortescue. “We are glad to work with Andrew Forrest and Fortescue to improve the economic outcomes for Aboriginal people and thank Andrew for his AUSTRALIANMINING
demonstrated commitment,” he said. “Working collaboratively, we will ensure that Eastern Guruma people are active participants in the future development of mines on our country, enabling deeper consultation around the protection of culturally significant sites, while building a better future for our people.” Fortescue chief executive officer Elizabeth Gaines said the company was proud of its longstanding relationship with Wintawari Guruma Aboriginal Corporation. “We are confident that this
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new collaborative framework will strengthen our ties with the Eastern Guruma people, through the unique opportunity to have a seat at the table to share cultural knowledge and guide the growth of Fortescue’s operations on their country.” Fortescue chairman and founder Andrew Forrest said the framework would shape a new shared direction for Fortescue and the Eastern Guruma people. “Together, we will provide enduring benefit for future generations, while preserving their unique culture and heritage,” he said.
