{"id":16352,"date":"2023-06-15T16:45:26","date_gmt":"2023-06-15T14:45:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/2025.mining-report.de\/english\/?p=16352"},"modified":"2023-06-15T16:54:44","modified_gmt":"2023-06-15T14:54:44","slug":"sandvik-introduces-toro-lh518ib-with-automine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mining-report.de\/english\/blog\/sandvik-introduces-toro-lh518ib-with-automine\/","title":{"rendered":"Sandvik introduces Toro\u2122 LH518iB with AutoMine\u00ae"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is introducing Toro\u2122 LH518iB with AutoMine<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> (Figure 1). The automation-ready battery-electric underground loader is undergoing extensive factory testing, with the first unit scheduled for customer delivery during the first half of 2023 and AutoMine<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> compatibility available in the second half.<\/p>\n<p>Toro\u2122 LH518iB marries industry-leading battery-electric and automation technologies. Building on predecessor Sandvik LH518B, he features several design updates and significantly improved field serviceability. The latest version of Sandvik\u2019s intelligent control system enables AutoMine<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> readiness. Sandvik\u2019s patented self-swapping battery system, including the AutoSwap and AutoConnect functions, benefits from improvements to the operator\u2019s controls to facilitate battery swaps.<\/p>\n<p>Toro\u2122 LH518iB is automation ready and the loader can be equipped with Sandvik\u2019s AutoMine<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> system. The 18 t loader is equipped with standard valves, harnesses and other built-in hardware for automation. The AutoMine<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> onboard kit will be available as an option, providing scanners, AutoMine<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> box and wireless connectivity.<\/p>\n<p>With AutoMine<sup>\u00ae<\/sup>, one operator can run the entire cycle from a surface chair, including tele-remote battery swapping. Human involvement underground is only required for connecting and disconnecting batteries from chargers and coolers.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are extremely proud of this new loader that will set the standard for productive, sustainable and autonomous underground mining,\u201d said Jari S\u00f6derlund, Head of Product Management, Division Load and Haul, Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions. \u201cThis is not experimental technology that will be ready sometime in the future. It is developed and ready to be delivered to our customers this year.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Factory tests of the new loader are ongoing. The first Toro\u2122 LH518iB units are being prepared for customer deliveries in North America, Australia, Europe and Southeast Asia. Deliveries are planned to start during the first half of 2023. Sandvik will closely monitor performance and production metrics in conjunction with the customers.<\/p>\n<p>Further information:<br \/>\nSandvik Mining and Rock Solutions<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rocktechnology.sandvik\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.rocktechnology.sandvik<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is introducing Toro\u2122 LH518iB with AutoMine\u00ae (Figure 1). 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