Mining & Heavy Equipment
Complete & Secure System
Heavy-duty vehicles and machinery are used for the extraction of valuable minerals in the mining industry. Our research and design activities are firmly focused on the needs of our customers in this market to ensure reliable and long service life from their equipment. Moltec provides an array of wire and cable protection solutions that are specially designed for use in mining applications. Our GRIP LOCK mining products include conduit, fittings, system supports, and custom designed solutions to protect wiring and cables from harmful elements. The fittings are offered in nylon and metal Metric, PG, NPT, Gas and UNEF threads. Our heavy-duty conduit exhibits outstanding self-extinguishing characteristics and minimal development of smoke and gas. The conduit is offered in a green colour for easy identification of electrical cable systems in mining equipment. Various mounting and wire routing options are attained through the use of our system supports with T and Y splice fittings allowing for a complete and trim finish.
Advantages for the Installer
- Safe and reliable system that is easy to install
- Excellent self-extinguishing properties
- High impact strength even at low temperatures
- High compression strength (peak load)
- Ingress protection up to IP69K (NEMA 6P)
- Excellent chemical resistance: to fuels, mineral
oils, fats, alkalies, weak acids and bases - Free of halogens, phosphor and cadmium
- ROHS and REACH compliant
Withstand the Elements
GRIP LOCK systems are designed to absorb the harsh environment associated with mining to ensure that electrical wiring and cables remain dry and protected against:
- Extreme weather conditions
- Chemical agents
- Liquid and dust penetration
- Impact, compression and abrasion
- Rodents
Mining Products
Wire and cable protection products designed to perform in harsh mining environments.