SIMINE Truck

More drive for more productivity

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Answers for industry.

Maximum profitability
needs maximum power
Your challenge:
In today’s highly competitive global market, operators of open-pit mines can only
afford to choose the most powerful and best performing haul trucks with a proven
track record of low maintenance and high reliability. These features depend heavily
on the truck’s drive system – electrical or mechanical – as the primary component in
a critical value-added chain.
The goal of mining corporations is always to reduce the cost per ton of ore over the
life cycle of the assets. To accomplish this, it helps to have large, reliable trucks that
have to operate under extreme conditions: from + 45°C in central Africa to – 40°C in
Canada. Dust, sand, soil conditions, and mine profiles must be considered, too.

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Our solution: Good reasons for SIMINE Truck
To achieve maximum performance, the AC truck drive sys- • Low operating costs
tem efficiently channels all available engine horsepower.
• Proven reliability
With higher engine power utilization than mechanical
drives can offer, pulls hard at stall to move away from the • Less maintenance
shovel, moves quickly on grade up the ramp and even
• More productivity
even more quickly running on the flat. With the onboard
braking capability of up to 6,000 horsepower the truck • Safety and environment
can tackle electrical downhill hauls at higher speeds than
• IDS – Integrated Drive Systems
DC trucks and provide smooth, effortless electric braking
all the way to standstill.
In addition, proven converter technology and innovative
remote monitoring and management tools minimize life
cycle ownership costs. Better performance, greater avail-
ability, and significant reductions in operating and main-
tenance costs – it all adds up to more tons of material
moved at lower costs. Thus offers the most powerful elec-
tric truck drive available on the market.
The Siemens IGBT (insulated gate bipolar transistor) drive
system provides high torque which enables the vehicle to
accelerate quickly when carrying heavy loads or driving on
soft roads, even from a standstill. Converters also enable
high truck speeds. Thanks to their high power output,
improved electric braking characteristics are also provided
by the drive system. As a result, there is less wear on the
mechanical brake. The new watercooled IGBT converters
are characterized by their high efficiency and reliability.
Apart from this, they feature unique control qualities as
well as a higher degree of operational safety and
reliability.
In discontinuous mining, the trend is clearly toward larger
trucks, shorter cycle times, higher loading capacities –
and thus a leaner fleet with a lower cost of ownership.

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Good reasons
for SIMINE Truck
Low operating costs
Our AC motors are more efficient than DC motors or
mechanical drives. They also save you money on brushes
and periodic commutator rebuilds. The differential torque
control increases the life of tires and brakes. SIRAS remote
diagnosis and MIDAS system analysis and management
tools help prevent repairs and downtimes. In addition,
sophisticated cooling technologies provide very high
power levels in a compact package. And, as the equip-
ment weighs 1.5 tons less, less power is needed. This not
only saves money, but is also environmentally friendly.
Proven reliability
In many industries worldwide, Siemens AC drives are
renowned for their reliability. Our Simovert® AC drive is
the worldwide standard for variable-speed industrial appli-
cations. Advantages of IGBT include less weight and
volume as well as increased efficiency.
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Less maintenance
With AC drives, you can achieve your goal of lower main-
tenance. Without commutators or brushes, all that has
to be done to maintain these motors is to lubricate them
once a year! The power electronics at the heart of the
drive system are essentially maintenance-free, having
no power contactors or components subject to wear. The
drive system also features state-of-the-art diagnostics and
a modular structure that simplifies repairs and minimize
the mean time to repair.
More productivity
SIMINE Truck provides high rimpull at stall and moves
quickly, even on ramps, to transport more material in less
time. SIMINE Truck can be used with a trolley assist to
overcome the limitations of engine power and increase
on-grade speed. By tapping into overhead electric lines,
the drive system can boost speed by up to 80 percent,
even while the engine idles.
Safety and environment
State-of-the-art control techniques maximize opera-
tor safety and system performance. Furthermore,
using the trolley system, the drive doesn’t need fuel,
runs with higher efficiency and drastically reduces
exhaust and noise emissions.

IDS – Integrated Drive Systems

The mining industry needs mobile equipment that
performs better and faster, with greater reliability,
to meet increased production demands. A new addi-
tion to the mining truck portfolio is the “Integrated
Drive Systems”. Siemens Integrated Drive Systems
further improves the truck performance through
precisely integrated motors, traction drives, control
systems and gearboxes. Having one trusted partner
that delivers a complete drive system also simplifies
the design and procurement processes, reducing the
required production time and total cost. Augmented
by a comprehensive suite of performance monitor-
ing software and services, Siemens Integrated
Drive Systems delivers greater mine yields at a
lower total cost.

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“The whole is more than
the sum of its parts” Quote by Aristotle

With Integrated Drive Systems, there
is simply more to a drive component
or system – more productivity, more
reliability, more efficiency.
The mining industry needs mobile equipment that performs bet-
ter, faster, and with greater reliability to meet increased produc-
tion demands. Our newest addition to the mining truck portfolio
helps you solve this challenge: Siemens Integrated Drive Systems.
This innovative drive solution further improves the truck’s perfor-
mance through precisely integrated motors, traction drives, con-
trol systems, and gearboxes.
Having one trusted partner that delivers a complete drive system
also simplifies the design and procurement processes, reducing
the required production time and total cost. Augmented by a
comprehensive suite of performance monitoring software and
services, Siemens Integrated Drive Systems delivers greater mine
yields at a lower total cost.

You can boost With TIA you With Integrated

the availability can cut your Drive Systems you
of your application engineering can minimize your
or plant. time. maintenance costs.

Horizontal integration Vertical integration Lifecycle integration

All frequency converters, motors,
couplings, and gear units available from
a single source. Perfectly integrated,
perfectly interacting. For all power and
performance classes.
Integrated automation: from the field level Integrated software and services throughout
via the controller level up to the MES the entire lifecycle. For better performance
thanks to Totally Integrated Automation and maximum investment protection.
(TIA), whatever the application.

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Integration beats interfacing
A drive can do a lot more than just provide the required
speed and torque at the driven machine – independent of
its load or loading – and for every operating mode.
Drives can do a lot more, for instance:
• reduce the operating costs as a result of their high
efficiency and low energy consumption
• facilitate longer operating times as a result of the high
availability and reliability
• ensure perfect interaction between all of the compo-
nents, e. g. when starting and stopping in all operating
situations
• facilitate optimum performance by adapting speed and
torque to the requirements of the driven load
• minimize stress on the driven machine by avoiding load
peaks and oscillations
• integrate automation tasks, e. g. load equalization and
slip control for truck drives
• improve work conditions through low noise levels
Large Drives
Motion Control
Frequency Motor
converter
Power supply
Control
Integrated Drive Systems means perfectly matching components
Harmony delivers better results
A drive solution always involves several components.
Siemens’ portfolio has all of these components in different
versions, types and sizes. These components either con-
form to or define state-of-the-art technology. All of these
components can be flexibly combined to create drive solu-
tions that address the specific drive application.
The portfolio extends from individual drive components –
through a complete drive train – up to complex drive solu-
tions with the power supply and control.
Main benefits:
• More productivity – thanks to smooth interoperability
of all components, optimal performance, and higher
throughput
• More reliability – due to improved operating times,
a future-proof system environment, and our global
support for the system solution
• More efficiency – based on optimal use of all capa­
bilities, easiest maintenance, and reduced OPEX
Mechanical Drives
Coupling Gear unit Coupling
Machinery
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Faster, smoother,
more efficient –
the AC drive system
AC drive technology is the perfect choice for open-pit mining
because it offers increased performance, low maintenance, and
excellent compatibility with the harsh environment.

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Higher performance
AC drive technology yields 6 – 7% higher efficiency than
DC drives at higher power levels and provides significant
improvements in control functions. Automatic brake blend-
ing, for example, delivers seamless, single-pedal slowing
and stopping while slip / slide control maximizes traction.
An automatic retard function keeps the truck within mine
speed limits at all times. Antirollback provides one-pedal
control on hills and cruise control functions in both propel
and retard operating modes. Finally, a differential torque
control enhances turning and reduces tire wear.
Less maintenance, lower operating costs
AC drive technology means no power contactors or
degradable components. Except for periodic bearing
lubrication, the system is inherently maintenance-free.
Power slowing to standstill all but eliminates wear on
the mechanical service brakes.
How it works – propulsion:
The traction alternator converts the mechanical energy
of the diesel engine into DC current, charging the DC bus
capacitors. The electric power passes through the capa­
citors to two inverters, which produce AC current for the
traction motors. The output frequency and voltage of
the inverters is controlled to provide precise motor
torque and speed.
How it works – retardation:
In retardation mode, the motors apply braking force by
generating electricity which is converted to DC by the
inverters. Braking choppers, connected to the inverters,
channel that power straight into a resistor grid that con-
tinuously dissipates the energy until the truck reaches
standstill. So braking is smooth, like driving a car, but
without mechanical brake wear.
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The perfect AC drive system
The power unit
Diesel engine, alternator, and rectifier: AC power gen-
erated in the alternator is converted to 1,800V DC in
the rectifier and flows through the DC link capacitors
to the traction inverters.
Traction motors and final drive
Robust, high-torque, squirrel-cage induction motors
with integrated speed sensors power the two-stage
planetary wheel gears.

Braking choppers and resistor grids

IGBT inverters and control
Maintenance-free electric braking choppers are used
The inverters, motors, and alternator are cooled by a in place of mechanical contactors to connect the pow-
dedicated electric blower that operates independently erful grid resistors. The retard pedal initiates immedi-
of vehicle speed or engine rpm. This maximizes cool- ate and smooth braking action. Capable of dissipating
ing performance and system reliability. The IGBT up to 6,000 horsepower, the braking system improves
inverters, controlled by a SIBAS control unit, trans- control and greatly reduces mechanical brake wear.
form DC power at constant voltage into AC power at
variable frequency and voltage to drive the truck
motors. During braking, the inverters send power Auxiliary power system
from the motors back to the DC link. IGBTs have
The Siemens control unit along with high-quality
significant advantages. They allow high switching
engineering design makes the current power system
frequencies, which improves the current quality to
one of the best. Our improved, high performance
the motors. This means the drives require no snub-
power system is lightweight, compact, and quiet.
bers, and smaller, less complex gate drivers. IGBTs
Maximum cooling can be reached even when the
have a high overload capability, which enables elec-
engine is at idle speed and minimum cooling is con-
tronic protection circuits without fuses. IGBTs, which
trolled when temperature is low. A smooth start of
have a high overload capacity, enable electronic pro-
the motor without inrush current thereby increases
tection circuits without fuses resulting in greatly
the motor’s life.
increased reliability.

I DC

+
Inverter M
– 1
I M1
V M1

Braking +
Diesel Generator
Chopper V DC
–

+ Inverter M
I B

– 2
I M1
V M1

+
Resistor Gridbox
Grid M motor
–

Pump
Auxiliary M motor
Power
System
Main
rectition M blower
motor

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 Propel
Trolley
Retard
360-ton
drive system
GVW (lbf*1,000) :
Water cooling system
0 200 400 600 800 1,000 1,200 1,400 1,600
The cooling system is completely self-contained. 300
The speed and cooling are controlled by numer-
ous sensors. The liquid pump circulates coolant 250
to / from the radiator while the air heat exchanger
equalizes the coolant temperature with the cabi-

Rimpull (lbf*1,000)
200
net temperature. The high power density, closed-
cycle cooling, and standardized modules optimize
the system’s capability, reliability, and efficiency. 150

100

50

0
05 10 15 20 25 30 35 40
Speed (mph)

300-ton
drive system
GVW (lbf*1,000) :
0 200 400 600 800 1,000 1,200
250

200
Rimpull (lbf*1,000)

150

100

50

0
05 10 15 20 25 30 35 40
Power, rimpull, and truck speed: Speed (mph)
Each drive system has very high tractive effort (rimpull)
240-ton
for pulling away in soft ground and fully utilizes all
drive system
available engine horsepower. Additional power available GVW (lbf*1,000) :
during trolley assist translates into higher on-grade 0 200 400 600 800 1,000
speeds. Retard utilizes the full power capability of the AC 250
drive system for the highest safe downhill speeds.

200
Rimpull (lbf*1,000)

150

100

50

0
05 10 15 20 25 30 35 40
Speed (mph)

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Keep things running
with top-notch service
Siemens’ service organization supports customers in maintaining
peak machine performance throughout the entire life cycle. To
this end, we provide professional service from the design stage
through installation, commissioning, and in-field optimization.
includes advanced diagnostic tools that can be used for predictive
maintenance and trend analysis.
From online monitoring to intervention to troubleshooting –
we offer flexible service concepts and highly qualified service
personnel to maximize your trucks’ availability.

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Never far from the mine Prompt help at all times
Centrally located service resources plus a worldwide and When something goes wrong, we are ready to help you
regional service presence are indispensable. That’s why you right away. Simply contact our 24-hour service hotline if
can find us wherever trucks operate in open-pit mines – there is ever a problem: 1-800-241-4453.
with our 90 Siemens service centers worldwide, and with
specialized haul truck service personnel in the USA, Austra-
lia, Canada, South Africa, Chile, and China. Repair services
We can coordinate and perform all repair and overhaul
work on your rotating and electronic components and
Maintenance at its best
equipment in our worldwide authorized repair centers.
For complete peace of mind we offer remote monitoring
and customized maintenance and repair contracts (MARC)
together with the truck OEMs / distributors with parts-and- Consulting services
labor options. For example, your contract could include
To identify opportunities to enhance equipment
parts only, labor, supplementing the existing maintenance
reliability, we conduct a performance review together
staff, or even complete coverage with all parts and labor.
with your maintenance organization. We then formulate
and evaluate the potential for improvement with concrete
measures, and help you implement the changes.
Training with expertise
Beginning and advanced customer training classes are held
in Alpharetta, Georgia, USA, throughout the year. Please
visit our Web site for registration and additional details.

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MIDAS / SIRAS / SiCOM
remote diagnostics and
data analysis
More reliability and remote access
To achieve high uptime and short mean time to repair,
we offer the most advanced and user-friendly mainte-
nance computers in the industry. The computer shows
the electrician where the problem is, and which part is
needed to fix it.
SIRAS – bridging distances
SIRAS remote diagnostics hardware and software use
Internet technology to “keep the factory on the machine.”
Siemens service technicians and other experts can log on
from around the world and do the same work as the elec-
trician aboard the truck, except for physically tightening a
screw, for example. Vital signs can be monitored for
trends, and maintenance can be planned before failures
occur. Software upgrades can be downloaded to the truck
and installed during the truck’s downtime. The net result
is a substantial reduction in mean time to repair, greater
system availability, and reduced maintenance costs.
MIDAS – a new lever
Investment in large earth-moving machinery can be
leveraged by determining how to use it more effectively.
MIDAS (from monitoring, interaction, diagnostics, analysis
and service) is such a lever. It collects data during ongoing
operation and uses this data to carry out analyses of
production and to optimize systems.
This enables service engineers to gain access at all times
to the key process, electrical and mechanical data of all
the system components. As a result, a maintenance
schedule can be drawn up in advance. The analysis of
machine performance and productivity is carried out with
the help of a plant information system.

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By integrating the MIDAS system into daily planning
and monitoring habits, the end user gains more
insight into the machine and how it is operated. In
addition, new ways emerge how to use the machine
more effectively and how to maximize production
capability.

SiCOM
With SiCOM, mine technicians have a simpler inter-
face to the SiBAS drive control system. Never before
has it been so easy to download statistics and moni-
tor signals online. In addition, SiCOM automates
testing routines and streamlines commissioning.

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Trolley systems –
the revival of efficiency
In the past, trolley systems were replaced by other truck systems.
Now they are coming back. Normally, speed on grade is limited
by diesel engine horsepower. If a truck could get more power by
connecting to an overhead electric line while going uphill, it could
climb faster.
The engine would be idling, and fuel consumption would be
reduced by 95 percent. Noise and emissions would diminish,
and productivity and engine life would rise significantly.

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Greater productivity with trolley assist
can be used with trolley assist to overcome the limita-
tions of engine power and to increase on-grade speed.
By tapping into overhead electric lines, the drive system
can boost speed by up to 80 percent, even while the
engine idles. Offering significant advantages over DC
trolley assist systems, trucks with Siemens AC trolley assist
can handle a wide range of line voltages and run on the
line at any speed and payload.
Higher speeds, shorter cycle times, leaner fleets
The Siemens AC drive can produce up to 5,200 horse-
power when operated with an overhead trolley line.
This can double the speed on grade and significantly
reduce truck cycle times. For example, if the cycle time
is reduced by 20 percent, 32 trucks on trolley produce
the same as 40 trucks on diesel.
Taking the line
In contrast to trucks with DC drives, trucks with Siemens
AC drives can connect to a trolley at any speed, indepen-
dent of the trolley line voltage. In addition, trucks can oper-
ate at existing line voltages of 1,400V – 1,800V DC or on
new, more efficient, 1,800V lines. Even operating in mines
with mixed systems is possible. The system automatically
detects the line voltage when the operator “takes the line,”
and switches to either high-voltage direct trolley operation
or low-voltage diesel boost trolley operation.
Reduced operating and maintenance costs
Loaded travel on uphill grades typically accounts for
70 – 80 percent of a truck’s total fuel consumption. In
addition, with engine operating and maintenance costs
tied directly to fuel consumption, trolley assist further
lowers your cost per ton of output because the time
between engine overhauls may increase to double or
more.
One-stop trolley shopping
Siemens can perform a site-specific evaluation – including
haul profile data, cycle times, production requirements
and energy prices – and create a cost-benefit analysis for
possible trolley scenarios in your mine. Experience has
shown that the higher productivity and reductions in
energy and maintenance costs lead to an attractive IRR
and payback time of one to three years. In addition, we
can supply all trolley equipment and services – on the
truck as well as in the mine. That includes pantographs,
overhead lines, substations, and line position sensors,
together with financing, maintenance, and service
support.
Trolley wire position sensor
To ease trolley operation, Siemens offers a driver assist
system. The indication of the pantograph position under
the overhead line will be shown with an LED panel
mounted above the driver’s dashboard. This way, the
driver doesn’t have to look up, and keeps the truck right
on track.
Environmentally friendly technology
The trolley system doesn’t use fuel, and it provides an
even better efficiency factor than AC drives powered by
fuel, so a minimal environmental impact with very low
noise and diesel exhaust emissions is guaranteed.
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Siemens
trucks worldwide
Siemens’ experience and track record in AC drive technology for
off-highway vehicles set the standard in power and performance
in mines worldwide.
Thanks to long and successful partnerships with all leading truck
manufacturers, our AC drives keep things moving in almost every
open-pit mine around the world.

Canada
Hitachi
Liebherr
Komatsu
Service Center:
Edmonton

USA
Hitachi
Liebherr
Service Center:
San Francisco

Colombia
Africa
Hitachi
Hitachi
Hitachi Trolley
Liebherr
Komatsu
Chile Service Center:
Johannesburg
Liebherr
Service Center:
Chile

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 Russia
Belaz

Indonesia
Hitachi
Liebherr
Service Center:
Singapore

Australia
Hitachi
Liebherr
Service Center:
Newcastle

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More information:
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Siemens Industry Inc
Drive Technologies Division
3333 Old Milton Parkway
Alpharetta, GA 30005, USA
Phone 1-800-964-4114
Email: info.us@siemens.com
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