Epiroc debuts Intelligent Protection System

Epiroc, Commerce City, Colorado, has introduced its Intelligent Protection System (IPS) for its heavy hydraulic breaker attachments. IPS combines Epiroc’s AutoControl and StartSelect functions.

AutoControl is designed to automatically adjust the piston stroke length and the StartSelect system offers manual switching between two modes. AutoStart mode is designed to enable easy positioning at the beginning of the breaking cycle, while in AutoStop mode the breaker stops automatically to avoid blank firing at the end of the breaking cycle.

The hydraulic breaker always starts in the AutoStart mode with IPS. When the contact pressure between chisel and material increases and AutoControl switches from a short piston stroke to a long piston stroke, IPS switches automatically to the AutoStop mode. When the chisel breaks through the material, the breaker automatically shuts off.

IPS is designed to automatically adapting the breaker’s operating behavior to any working condition. With its fully automated functionality, IPS requires no operator intervention or reaction, Epiroc says.

Epiroc HB 2000, HB 2500, HB 3100, HB 3600, HB 4100 and HB 4700 are equipped with IPS. During 2018 all other heavy hydraulic breakers in the Epiroc range will incorporate the system.

Epiroc is a subsidiary of the Sweden-based Atlas Copco Group and plans to be listed on the stock exchange in 2018. Epiroc focuses on mining, infrastructure and natural resources customers.

For more information, visit www.epiroc.com.