| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 858056 | Procedia Engineering | 2014 | 4 Pages |
The mining industry is changing rapidly due to mergers, acquisitions and fluctuating market pricing. Successful mining operation in today's market for coal, minerals, ores, and aggregates demands electrical apparatus that perform every time with maximum efficiency and with consideration for personnel safety. DC motors and motor-generator sets have remained the standard for mining dragline operation since their adoption in the early 20th century. Despite advances, DC technology continues to present significant challenges in productivity, efficiency, safety, and repair. FLANDERS’ completion of the first North American DC to AC Dragline Upgrade successfully eliminates the challenges of DC technology and brings dragline operation into the 21st century.
