Scale Testing
Go 4 Mining Scale Test Rig - Dragline Configuration
LC makes use of a 1:7 scale dragline operated by Go 4 Mining on a site at Goodna Technology Park.
Scale dragline buckets (with approximately 130 Litres capacity, weighing 100 kg) are fabricated from plate steel and tested to replicate the performance of the full-size buckets in the field.
LC has conducted many scale tests of dragline buckets and results have been verified and shown to be accurate with field data obtained from the full size machine. The scale testing of buckets has proven an invaluable tool in providing LC engineers with practical development and assurance of design performance.
Final production designs are modified for improved digging efficiency and accurate payloads as a direct result of the scale testing.
LC also offers extensive operator training tailored to your needs. To find out more please click here.
Go 4 Mining Scale Testing Excavator Rig
LC also utilises Go 4 Mining's scale excavator for testing various aspects of large excavator bucket lips and components
In the pic shown the excavator is fitted with an RH340 scale boom.
Go 4 Mining Scale Test Rig - Rope Shovel Configuration
The Go 4 Mining machine is convertible to a rope shovel configuration. This provides LC with a means of scale testing rope shovel designs and performance.
LC has previously provided practical solutions to Rio Tinto in regard to rope shovel performance through use of scale testing. A case study example can be downloaded [Here]
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News...
Mar 2012 - LC Energy announces Sales Agreement with battery technology specialist FIAMM SPA of Italy
FIAMM lead the world in the development of Sodium Nickel molten salt technology used in their range of Zebra batteries. [More]
Jan 2012 - Reducing Precious Metals in Fuel Cell Catalysts
LC Energy has been awarded a contract to work on reducing the platinum content of catalysts used in Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Fuel Cells. [More]
Sept 2011 - Tesla Roadster show'n'tell visit
The Tesla Roadster on show around Australia pays a visit to LC at the Goodna Technology Park. [More]
Mar 2011 - LC appoints new CEO - Dr Des Muller
Des Muller joins LC as CEO providing owner and founder Bruce Leslie opportunity to focus efforts on the R&D aspects of the business. [More]
Feb 2011 - LC certified as a Registered Research Agency
LC was officially appointed as a Registered Research Agency (RRA) by AusIndustry in 2010. [More] [RRA Website]
Feb 2011 - TERRAIN SWEEPER™ DTM article
LC Products TERRAIN SWEEPER™ - DTM - Digital Terrain Mapping system features in Industry Hub news. [Read Article]
Archived News
Jan 2011 - LC offices avoid floods while shed goes under
LC offices fortunately avoided being flooded by a mere metre or so though the scale test facility and shed went totally under. [See More Pics]
Sep 2010 - 3 Students complete Undergraduate Theses projects at LC
Three Students successfully complete undergraduate theses with LC, all scoring High Distinctions for their efforts. [More]
Jul 2010 - Focus Systems Engineering joins Goodna Technology Park
LC welcomes Focus Systems Engineering to GTP, adding specialisation in electrical and automation technologies to the campus. [Visit Website]
Jun 2010 - LC Corporate Image Revamped
We have completed a rebranding and launched a new set of company logos. [Read more]
Sep 2009 - LC CEO, Bruce Leslie - Australian Institute of Management - meAwards Finalist
Bruce Leslie, CEO of LC was a finalist at the AIM Management Excellence Awards on Friday 10th of September. [More]
Jul 2009 - LC Graduates as Queensland Leaders Member
LC received Graduating Member Award on Friday 3rd of July. Queensland Leaders aims to develop the next generation of international corporations headquartered in Queensland. [More]
Jun 2009 - LC approved as ClimateSmart Business Cluster Leader
LC has been approved by the Queensland Department of Environment and Resource Management as a ClimateSmart Business Cluster Leader for the Western Corridor of Brisbane. [More] [South-West News Article]
Features...
Taking the last ride in luxury:
2009 Australian International Design Awards Finalist
Co-designed by LC and Sydney-based Transport Design International, the ALLONGE GSB developed by John Allison/Monkhouse funeral directors is a current finalist in the Australian International Design Awards. [More] [AIDA Article]
Hurricane™ Bucket - 2009 QLD Engineering Excellence Awards - High Commendation
The revolutionary, LC designed, CQMS Hurricane™ dragline bucket was awarded a High Commendation at the 2009 QLD Engineering Excellence Awards. The design enables an increased payload and decreased energy use. [More]
NASA - Mining the Moon:
Remote Automation of Scale Rig
NASA researcher remotely controls Go 4 Mining scale test dragline machine from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Boston utilising research and technology developed by CSIRO. [More] [QLD Times Article]
LC Youth skills development community program
LC has been working with remote indigenous communities in and around Yirrkala in NE Arnhem Land (Yolngu people) since 2006. The skills development program assists Yolngu school leavers to bridge the gap between western and Yolngu cultures through work experience placements leading toward university schooling. [More]
LC Products Digital Terrain Mapping (DTM)
LC Products DTM system maps material movement of Dragline machine activity. Contact Us to book a demonstration. [More]
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