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The benefits of ChromeGuard for Hitachi mining shovels
In the high-powered, high-yield, and highly demanding world of mining, efficiency and durability are not just buzzwords: they're requisites for success and profit.
Yet, despite the best efforts of leading mining operators across Australia, key components of heavily relied-on pieces of machinery often fall victim to common wear and tear – leading to costly downtime and reduced productivity that can severely add up over time.
This is why ChromeGuard has provided an innovative solution to this age-old problem. By coating the wear plates of mining shovels with a special polyurethane protector, ChromeGuard provides long-lasting protection against erosion and severe damage from falling rocks and other debris, resulting in extended equipment life and increased productivity. Let’s take a closer look at exactly how ChromeGuard can save your mining shovels, as well as your bottom line:
The importance of cylinder protection in mining
In the Australian mining business, productivity is king. When common pieces of large-scale mining equipment experience damage or failure, the resulting downtime and repair costs can be substantial. A single cylinder damage incident alone can result in up to 12 hours of operational stoppage, costing as much as $500,000 in lost production as well as an additional $50,000 in replacement parts or maintenance labour.
As anyone with a project budget knows, these numbers can add up quickly and cause financial setbacks, which can resonate far beyond immediate repair costs and impact the long-term profitability and sustainability of mining operations.
Why fit your mining shovels with ChromeGuard?
Cost savings
Hitachi’s mining shovels are engineered for performance, but they also represent a pretty sizable investment – especially models such as the Hitachi EX8000, which are some of the largest on the market nationwide.
The costs of maintenance and repairs can rapidly add up, particularly when it comes to the replacement of crucial components like bucket cylinders. This is why, considering that each damaged cylinder can cost up to $50,000 to replace, ChromeGuard can become a key strategic financial asset for your fleet operations.
Operational efficiency
ChromeGuard isn’t merely about avoiding breakages: it's about enhancing the operational lifespan of your mining shovel with its durable design minimising unexpected downtime and enabling a more streamlined preventive maintenance schedule.
By reducing the disruptions caused by damage and the need for repairs, ChromeGuard enables you to move more material faster, positively impacting your bottom line in a significant way.
Risk mitigation
We know that it’s no picnic in an open-pit mine, and the mining environment is fraught with severe and often sudden risks. ChromeGuard's unique ability to flex back into shape upon impact is a breakthrough feature that gives operators and decision-makers the peace of mind to run their Hitachi mining shovels in even the most challenging terrains.
Think of ChromeGuard as an insurance policy for some of the most valuable components of your machinery, enabling uninterrupted operations and reducing the scope for costly emergency interventions.
Choose ChromeGuard today
ChromeGuard is more than a protective add-on for your Hitachi mining shovel: it’s a total protection solution designed to enhance operational efficiency, mitigate risks, and optimise costs. By integrating ChromeGuard with your Hitachi mining shovel, you’re not just extending the life of some of Australia’s highest-value machinery, but you’re also setting the stage for a more streamlined, efficient, and profitable operation.
So take the first step today – find the ChromeGuard product for your exact model of Hitachi mining shovel today.
