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    TRENDS IN MINING

    SMART MINING:
    A NEW LANDSCAPE  

    The push towards automation, smart mines, and integrating IoT technologies in equipment, vehicles, and infrastructure is transforming how mining operations are managed. These advancements promise to boost efficiency and safety, but they also come with the challenge of creating and maintaining increasingly complex systems.

     

    ENHANCED EFFICIENCY:
    FINDING THE BALANCE 

    Mining is a tough business with tight margins and volatile commodity prices, so cost control is crucial. Even small increases like routine maintenance can lead to site downtime and eat into the profits. As such, mining companies must be on the lookout for ways to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs without cutting corners on productivity. 

     

    ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY:
    PAIRED WITH OPERATIONAL EXECUTION 

    The mining sector is in the midst of a transformation — one with ambitious targets and the need for rethinking everyday practices from the ground up without compromising performance. Whether it’s lowering carbon emissions or reducing water waste, mining companies are increasingly moving towards more responsible operations to meet the world’s demand for minerals and metals and continue to be part of the planet’s future.

     

    MASTERING HARSH CONDITIONS WITH ADVANCED MATERIALS 

    Mining operations push equipment to the limit, with hydraulic hoses facing constant abrasion, extreme pressure, and exposure to harsh environments. The relentless wear from hoses rubbing against metal surfaces or other hoses is a common challenge that leads to costly downtime and repairs. Most standard hoses, even with added protection like spring guards or nylon sleeves, can’t handle these conditions for long.

     

    Our XtraTuff™ Plus cover technologies provide an extra layer of armor, delivering up to 25 times more abrasion resistance than standard hose covers. Reinforced with high-tensile braided steel wire and a proprietary nitrile blend cover, Gates MXT™ and MXG™ hoses are designed to withstand constant flexing, high pressures, and abrasive materials keeping your operations running smoothly where others would fail. 

     

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    IENDURING TOUGHNESS,
    ENGINEERED BY GATES

    MSHA CERTIFIED 

    LIGHTWEIGHT AND FLEXIBLE FOR EASY HANDLING

    STATIC-CONDUCTIVE

    WIDE TEMPERATURE RANGES OFFERED BETWEEN -30°F TO 212°F OR -34°C TO 100°C

    EXPERT SUPPORT FOR A COMPLICATED INDUSRTY

    The mining industry has its own specific challenges. From sustainable practices to recommendations for products made to withstand the sector's extreme conditions, our Product Application Team members are ready to help. Contact them today to get the support you need.  

     

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    MINING INNOVATIONS & SOLUTIONS

    PRESS-LOK CONNECTORS

    To make hydraulic connections quickly during a relocation of longwall mining equipment, Gates® Press-Lok connection provides a durable solution that withstands high-impulse applications. Simple to use and familiar in mines, our Press-Lok staple-lock hydraulic fitting engage without the use of threads and utilize an industry standard staple retention design to securely maintain a leak-free connection.

     

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    HOSES THAT POWER THE HEART OF MINING OPERATIONS

    When your office is deep in the earth, you need equipment that can take the heat, pressure, and rough conditions head-on. Gates Mine Master™ line of industrial hoses is designed to do just that. Built tough with abrasion-resistant materials and fully compliant with MSHA safety standards, these hoses are crafted for the unique demands of the mining world.

     

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    TUFFCOAT™ XTREME PLATING

    Your valuable equipment is located deep underground where humidity, salt, acidic materials, and oxygen create one of the harshest environments in the world. When rust begins to form, oxidation silently corrodes the base metal, compromising the strength and reliability of your fittings. TuffCoat™ Xtreme Plating provides ultimate corrosion protection, ensuring your hydraulic fittings remain strong and dependable. When paired with our GlobalSpiral™ coupling line, which handles working pressures up to 6,000 psi, this combination offers superior durability and performance in extreme mining conditions. 

     

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    GATES LIFEGUARD™ SLEEVING SYSTEM

    In underground mines, workers are often near high-pressure hydraulic lines, posing risks such as personal injury, fluid injection, burns, electrical shock, and mechanical failure. Gates LifeGuard sleeving system enhances safety in these situations by containing bursts up to 10,000 psi and pinhole leaks up to 5,000 psi at 250°F for up to five minutes. It dissipates energy and fluids at the hose ends via specially designed "channel" clamps, allowing for fast hose failure detection. 

    BANDED V-BELTS

    Gates Predator® Banded V-Belts are engineered to handle the extreme shock loads and vibrations found in mining operations, ensuring stable performance in crushers, conveyors, and heavy-duty machinery. Their robust construction resists abrasive materials and reduces maintenance needs, extending equipment uptime in harsh environments. By using Predator® belts, mining companies can lower operational costs through fewer replacements and increased reliability.  

     

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    HYDAULIC HOSE SELF-ASSEMBLY 

    Instead of waiting for hours for a replacement hose or scrambling to find a makeshift solution, get your operation back to work in minutes with the GC32TSi. This user-friendly tool is designed to handle the toughest hoses or fittings and create factory-quality hydraulic assemblies right on the spot. No delays, no extra costs — just a quick, efficient fix that keeps your operation moving.  

     

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    PRESS-LOK CONNECTORS

    To make hydraulic connections quickly during a relocation of longwall mining equipment, Gates® Press-Lok connection provides a durable solution that withstands high-impulse applications. Simple to use and familiar in mines, our Press-Lok staple-lock hydraulic fitting engage without the use of threads and utilize an industry standard staple retention design to securely maintain a leak-free connection.

     

    EXPLORE MORE

    HOSES THAT POWER THE HEART OF MINING OPERATIONS

    When your office is deep in the earth, you need equipment that can take the heat, pressure, and rough conditions head-on. Gates Mine Master™ line of industrial hoses is designed to do just that. Built tough with abrasion-resistant materials and fully compliant with MSHA safety standards, these hoses are crafted for the unique demands of the mining world.

     

    EXPLORE MORE

    TUFFCOAT™ XTREME PLATING

    Your valuable equipment is located deep underground where humidity, salt, acidic materials, and oxygen create one of the harshest environments in the world. When rust begins to form, oxidation silently corrodes the base metal, compromising the strength and reliability of your fittings. TuffCoat™ Xtreme Plating provides ultimate corrosion protection, ensuring your hydraulic fittings remain strong and dependable. When paired with our GlobalSpiral™ coupling line, which handles working pressures up to 6,000 psi, this combination offers superior durability and performance in extreme mining conditions. 

     

    EXPLORE MORE

    GATES LIFEGUARD™ SLEEVING SYSTEM

    In underground mines, workers are often near high-pressure hydraulic lines, posing risks such as personal injury, fluid injection, burns, electrical shock, and mechanical failure. Gates LifeGuard sleeving system enhances safety in these situations by containing bursts up to 10,000 psi and pinhole leaks up to 5,000 psi at 250°F for up to five minutes. It dissipates energy and fluids at the hose ends via specially designed "channel" clamps, allowing for fast hose failure detection. 

    BANDED V-BELTS

    Gates Predator® Banded V-Belts are engineered to handle the extreme shock loads and vibrations found in mining operations, ensuring stable performance in crushers, conveyors, and heavy-duty machinery. Their robust construction resists abrasive materials and reduces maintenance needs, extending equipment uptime in harsh environments. By using Predator® belts, mining companies can lower operational costs through fewer replacements and increased reliability.  

     

    EXPLORE MORE BANDED V-BELT SOLUTIONS

    HYDAULIC HOSE SELF-ASSEMBLY 

    Instead of waiting for hours for a replacement hose or scrambling to find a makeshift solution, get your operation back to work in minutes with the GC32TSi. This user-friendly tool is designed to handle the toughest hoses or fittings and create factory-quality hydraulic assemblies right on the spot. No delays, no extra costs — just a quick, efficient fix that keeps your operation moving.  

     

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    FEATURED RESOURCES

    DESIGN POWER™ 

    Using our mobile app, create original patterns or see whether your belts require repair. Our user-friendly method will determine which belts and parts are best for your mining machinery.

    DESIGN YOUR NEW DRIVE

    2015 MINING PRODUCT CATALOG 

    Explore all Mining products and get more information on solutions, industry specifications, and Gates support in our 2015 Mining Products Catalog.

    DOWNLOAD THE CATALOG

    eCRIMP™

    Pair your crimper with eCrimp, a powerful online tool with the most up-to-date crimp specifications and instructions.

    GET CRIMP SPECS

    Contact our team of industry experts and application engineers to learn more about our mining solutions today.