Eliminating Downtime in Remote Mining and Construction Sites
In the remote corners of the world—whether it’s a high-altitude mine or a desert construction site—logistics are everything. If a diesel generator or a heavy-duty pump fails to start because of a dead battery, the cost of downtime can run into thousands of dollars per hour. Waiting for a replacement battery or a jump-start pack to arrive via helicopter or rugged terrain is not a viable strategy.
A mechanical emergency engine start solution provides these sites with total autonomy. By equipping machinery with spring starters, operators eliminate the need for an electrical charging infrastructure. The simplicity of the device means that any technician can wind the starter and fire up the engine in seconds. Furthermore, in mining environments where explosive gases may be present, the non-sparking nature of a mechanical starter provides an added layer of "Ex" rated safety that electrical starters can never offer.