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Gyro Rings

OPEN PIT

ELECTRIC SHOVEL

MINING APPLICATIONS

Gyro Rings are designed specifically to assist the shovel operator with the trailing power cable while moving the shovel.  The Gyro is simply attached to the power cable by manila rope or a short nylon sling (see Figure 1).

Figure 1

Once the Gyro is attached, the shovel operator simply swings the bucket around, hooks on to the Gyro with the corner bucket tooth and hoists up the Gyro with the power cable attached (see Figure 2).  The unique design ensures the Gyro maintains its shape and allows the shovel operator to lift up and set down the Gyro with ease.  The Gyro comes fully assembled and ready for use.  It has proven to be cost effective as it reduces any unnecessary downtime or extra personnel.  Just simply attach the cable to the Gyro and the shovel operator is ready to move.  The Gyro is constructed with 1” wire rope cable and comes in two sizes to meet all open pit mining applications:

             1.  42”   Designed for electric shovels with buckets 15 yards or less.

             2.  54”   Designed for electric shovels with buckets greater than 15 yards

SHAW’S GYRO RINGS have been utilized by the mining industry in Canada and the United States for over ten years.  They have proven to be cost effective and have resulted in time savings.  This means an increase in production.

Figure 2