Sandvik Mining launches its first cable bolter in India at the HZL Rampura Agucha mines.

Sandvik Mining, the leading global supplier of equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining industry, set a new benchmark with the launch of its new innovation DS 421 at HZL Rampura Agucha Mines, Udaipur. RR Kumar, Vice President, Hindustan Zinc (HZL) inaugurated the DS 421 which is a next generation fully mechanised cable bolting rig in the mining industry.
Soumitra Banerjee, President Sandvik Mining, said, ?Sandvik has always been recognised for innovation, technology and unmatched quality. The DS421 is one of our best innovations for bolting products in the industry. The product will contribute significantly to enhancing efficiencies in mines?
?HZL?s vision is to make Rampura Agucha Mines at par with the best mines in the world. Sandvik Mining has always been a partner in achieving the best with its state-of-the-art technology. DS421 stands out as yet another example of Sandvik?s might in innovation contributing to modernisation of the mining sector in India,? said RR Kumar.

Arjit Nirvan, Project Head, HZL Rampura Agucha Under Ground Mines, said, ?HZL believes in challenging and achieving world benchmarking figures in production. With the DS421 being one of its kinds, we are confident that the automatic safety features of this product will streamline our operations and contribute to increasing productivity.?

The Sandvik DS421 is a self-contained efficient cable bolting rig for rock re-enforcement in underground mines and tunnels with small and medium cross sections. The product?s unique modular design simplifies training, operating and maintenance of the rig and helps in making it more efficient.

The product is exquisitely designed with the best of conventional and automatic method which can execute the whole operation safely. Its innovative carrier layout specifically contributes in the safety of accessibility and sets a cutting edge in the industry. The onboard instrumentation with depth measurement for whole length, cement hose and steel strand ensures high quality and integrity of cable bolts. The DS421 is well equipped with automatic grout hose washing, bolting head oiler, and easy mixer cleaning which helps in reducing the time involved in maintenance and also helps in the longevity.

Prabhat Mittal, Business Head,  Under Ground Hard Rock Sandvik Mining India, said, ?We have always worked with HZL in improving the their productivity and DS421 is a path breaking product for the mining sector in India. We are confident that with the team effort, we will see the value proposition it brings to their day-to-day operations.?