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L&T AND KOMATSU LAUNCH GIANT WATER SPRINKLER WT spraying capacity of 18 m wide and 9.5 m away. This larger sprinkler
80KL covers the maximum area of haul roads reducing the number of
For the first time in the Indian mining industry, L&T Construction & passes and eventually saving fuel. EQUIPMENT
Mining Machinery and Komatsu India Pvt. Ltd. have introduced the Integration of this water sprinkler and cannon system with Komatsu’s
large-size Komatsu Water Sprinkler WT 80KL at Singareni Collieries Dump Truck HD785-7, a proven model for its performance in the
Co Ltd (SCCL). The sprinkler has been handed over to SCCL senior mining industry world-wide, will be an added advantage and
officials at Manuguru OCP, Telangana by Yasunori Fujii, MD, KIPL enhance customer satisfaction.
and KA Sravan Kumar, Head-Product Support, L&T.
This model has been developed as a retro-fitment on 100-Ton
Dump Truck HD785-7 manufactured by Komatsu at its Chennai
plant. This has enhanced the life of used dump trucks, which
otherwise would be scrapped. This reflects Komatsu and L&T’s
commitment to sustainability, environmental protection, and safe
operations to support the mining industry.
This water sprinkler will be deployed for dust suppression in the mines
and on haul roads. A water-cannon fitted as a fire-fighting machine
is also suitable for washing trucks. The water-cannon attachment is
mounted on the front side of the machine, operated hydraulically
at about 90 deg slew and 70 deg elevation to throw water to a
distance of about 60 m.
The sprinkling device, fitted on the back of the machine, holds a

ROTAIR LAUNCHES NEW GOMMAIR PORTABLE injection tools used in the application of cavity wall insulation - a
COMPRESSORS growing application use with the rise in energy efficiency targets
Italy-based Rotair has released and energy costs. Versatility is also a key feature for the operating
three new models of Gommair pressures, which can be changed via a pulley, and maintenance,
portable compressors with ranges which can be accessed via two removable panels.
of 7bar, 11bar and 13bar operating The compressors incorporate Stage V compliant diesel engines
pressures. The compressors can from Yanmar, a screw airend from ELGi and a water-cooled
be fitted to mobile service vans compressor, resulting in a longer life-time. The new Gommair
for construction or equipment portable compressors feature new, emission-standards compliant
rental applications. Rotair, a brand and quieter diesel engines and a new screw-type airend, bringing
of ELGi Equipments Limited said industrial quality to customers requiring dependable, flexible and
that due to the compact size efficient compressed air in their workshops or wherever their job
of the redesigned compressors, they are a versatile piece of takes them. According to the company, which also designs,
equipment that can be transported at ease via a forklift, service manufactures and distributes multi-functional dumpers and
van or trailer. The compressors, which the company say is ideal for hydraulic breakers, the robust design ensures that the Gommair
smaller applications such as tyre workshops, garages or cavity wall offers a “quiet and efficient alternative to air-cooled piston
insulation, can also be used in construction and rental, because compressors for applications where reliability, compact size,
they can be mounted on service vans for mobile, in-field activity. autonomous operation, manoeuvrability and ease of maintenance
It also provides a “reliable and compact solution” to power bead are important.”

JK TYRE UNVEILS THE COMPLETE RANGE OF EV-SPECIFIC technology remains a key focus for the company. Our Smart tyres
SMART RADIAL TYRES are developed with EV specific next Gen Design philosophy making
JK Tyre, the pioneers of Radial tyre technology in the country the entire range Smarter, Quieter, Durable and Energy Efficient.”
has taken yet another step to further enhance its technological JK Tyre has developed technologies to cater to the special needs
prowess in the industry by developing the complete range of of EV and ensures ultra-low rolling resistance, improved wet and dry
EV specific Smart radial tyres for all categories of buses, truck, traction, higher durability and lower energy consumption. To meet
LCVs and Passenger Cars in India. Designed and developed the challenging lower noise requirements of EVs, the tread pattern
by the engineers from state-of-the-art global technology centre- has been crafted using advanced FEA simulations for lower noise
Raghupati Singhania Centre of Excellence (RPSCOE), the tyres have and better wear characteristics. Fitted with in-house developed
been engineered specially to the unique needs of electric mobility. and perfected Treel® TMPS sensors, the smart EV tyres from JK Tyre
Speaking on the new development, V K Misra, Technical Director, are designed to meet the demanding performance needs of EV
JK Tyre & Industries Ltd. said, “At JK Tyre, innovation and technology trucks, buses, LCVs, Passenger Cars, SUVs & 2Wheelers.
are the core pillars and each of our product category is ahead of The Smart EV tyre range for all categories of buses, truck & LCV is
its time to meet the need of our customers and industry. With the developed in 17.5” and 22.5” tubeless sizes. The EV range of tyres
evolution of the EV sector in India, the development of EV-oriented (255/70R22.5 & 295/80R22.5) is being supplied to JBM EV buses.

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