Srinagar, June 11, KNT: A limestone mining site near Srinagar, where the use of explosives is prohibited, has adopted a new extraction technology to increase production while reducing environmental and operational impacts significantly.
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) on Thursday announced the deployment of its EC300 excavator equipped with a BR40P Vibro Ripper attachment for TCI Max at the quarry site, where conventional rock-breaking methods were reportedly struggling to meet production targets.
According to the company, the vibration-based system fractures and extracts limestone continuously without the need for drilling or blasting. Unlike conventional breakers, the technology is designed to reduce shock waves and limit unnecessary excavation, enabling more precise extraction of target material.
Volvo CE said the equipment is expected to generate approximately three to four times the output of conventional breaker units operating on similar excavators, potentially addressing production constraints faced by the quarry.
The company also highlighted environmental and operational benefits, including reduced vibration impact on surrounding areas, lower fuel consumption and improved workplace safety.
Commenting on the deployment, Volvo CE India Managing Director Dimitrov Krishnan said mining operators in blast-restricted zones often face significant challenges in maintaining production levels and that the new system is intended to provide an efficient alternative while minimizing environmental impact.
The EC300 excavator belongs to the 30-38 tonne category and is commonly used in quarrying, rock handling and mining operations. Industry observers say the deployment reflects a growing focus on technology-driven solutions for mining projects operating under environmental and regulatory constraints.
For TCI Max, the introduction of the new system is expected to improve efficiency and support controlled limestone extraction at the Srinagar-area quarry. [KNT]
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