CAT 994K
Mag-Shield® efficiently captured a substantial amount of debris, preventing its circulation through the hydraulic system and averting further damage.
Challenges
A CAT 994K loader at a US Gold Mine experienced a hydraulic cylinder failure which led to total contamination of the hydraulic system. The cylinder was replaced and the hydraulic system cleaned before returning the machine to service.
Due to the inherent difficulty of cleaning the hydraulic system after the initial failure, ferrous debris smaller than the micron rating of the OEM media filter continued to circulate. The resultant impact was a secondary failure of the hydraulic pump.
Solution
After spending considerable time exploring different potential solutions, the Gold Miner decided to install a Mag-Shield® kit in the main hydraulic tank.
After a quick turnaround in delivery and easy installation, there was renewed hope that this solution would provide ongoing filtration, effectively addressing residual ferrous material from the failure and routine wear debris generated during standard operation.
Results
The Mag-Shield® efficiently captured a substantial amount of debris, preventing its circulation through the hydraulic system and averting further damage.
Post-failure cleanup was expedited by 50%, resulting in significant savings of hundreds of thousands of dollars in downtime. Since the repair, the machine has operated seamlessly without encountering any issues.
Paul O’Riordan
Sales Manager
: +1 780 984 8647
: paul.oriordan@magshield.com
Dean Cryer
Business Development Manager
: +1 780 966 8647
: dean.cryer@magshield.com
Neil Cropper – Australia
General Manager
: +61 409 269 873
: neil.cropper@magshield.com
Murray Laidlaw
Sales Manager
: +61 437 072 396
: murray.laidlaw@magshield.com
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