Mining Trucks
Power Train
The power train is formed by the mining truck’s engine, which generates power and delivers it to the drivetrain, transferring power from the engine to the wheels.
Engines can have a variety of configurations and sealing solutions designed to meet the unique requirements of each application. Rotary seals keep oil and grease within the system, while static seals and custom-molded parts prevent ingress of dirt and debris.
Drivetrain components perform a vital function, transferring power from the engine to the wheels. Heavy-duty rotary seals, engineered-molded parts and high-performance static seals, keep the mining truck operating efficiently. They prevent contamination by mud, dirt and water, protecting components from abrasion and keeping lubricants inside the system.
- Engines: Radial oil seals, Turcon® Varilip® PDR, GAMMA Seal, Turcon® Glyd Ring®, O-Rings, engineered molded parts
- Emission Controls: Wills Rings® C
- Fuel System: O-Rings
- Fan Drives: Custom PTFE components, Turcon® Variseal® W
- Front & Rear Axles: Cassette seals, Orkot® Bearings, radial oil seals, V-Ring, mechanical face seals, GAMMA Seal, Turcon® Roto L, Turcon® Varilip® PDR
- Clutch: O-Rings, Back-up Rings, Dualseal, Turcon® T-Seal
- Gearbox: Radial oil seals, custom PTFE components
- Transmission: Kantseals/square rings, O-Rings, Back-up Rings, radial oil seals, buffer seal, Dualseal
- Brake Motor: PEEK piston seals
Cylinders & Actuators
Within hydraulic and pneumatic systems, cylinders and actuators play a critical part. It’s important that sealing systems within them help achieve maximum performance, over a long operating cycle without leakage.
- Telescoping Lift Cylinders: Glyd Ring®, Turcon® AQ Seal®, Slydring® wear rings
- Struts: HiMod® Bearings
Valves & Pumps
Pumps are in place to generate flow in hydraulic systems, which is then directed and controlled by valves. The resulting force operates the hydraulic components within the vehicle itself, as well as any cylinders on the attachments.
To maximize efficiency for the operator, valves and pumps must operate precisely. External media needs to be excluded and time between planned maintenance extended.
- Directional Control Valve: Zurcon® Scraper DA17
- Pneumatic Valve in a tractor: Zurcon® Scraper DA22
- Cartridge Valve: Zurcon® Dualseal
- Control Valve: O-Rings with Back-up Rings and Dualseal, Stepseal®, Slipper Seal, Polyurethane O-Rings
Central Tire Inflation System
Central Tire Inflation Systems (CTIS) are integrated pressure control systems that allow operators to inflate or deflate tire pressures directly from the cabin of the vehicle, with a touch of a button. The right pressure, according to machine configuration and application, boosts the performance of tires, increasing traction, reducing slippage and rolling resistance, with consequently higher productivity during daily operation, both in the field and on the road.
The Turcon® Roto L seal is engineered to extend the lifetime of Central Tire Inflation Systems by lowering friction. Uniquely, it only seals when sealing is required. This reduces friction to lower fuel consumption and there by conserves energy. As seal wear only occurs when pressure is activated, seal lifetime is four times longer than a standard seal.