THUNDERBOLT ORBIT

The THUNDERBOLT ORBIT™ all-in-one solution is a literal revolution for cone crusher mantle liner change outs. By delivering high-velocity blows from a THUNDERBOLT Recoilless Hammer, it releases worn mantle nuts, and secures replacements, swiftly and easily. The THUNDERBOLT ORBIT eliminates the need for human force using rudimentary battering rams and spanners, and represents the industry’s fastest and safest method for mantle nut removal and tensioning.

Benefits

Reduces crusher circuit downtime and improves maintenance predictability
Eliminates dangerous practices, removes operators from risk, improves HSE and ESG compliance
Prevents damage to equipment and protects asset integrity
Expands THUNDERBOLT Recoilless Hammer asset utilisation and versatility
Minimises maintenance operational requirements and labour cost
Improves operational efficiency and safety
Higher crusher availability, throughput and profitability

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

: Fully-integrated, all-in-one solution for a cone crusher’s mantle nut removal and installation

Purpose-built to work with the THUNDERBOLT Recoilless Hammer range

Leverage THUNDERBOLT Hammer selectable strike energy, up to 2000 joules*, and firing rates up to 160 blows^ per minute, for different site conditions, precision, safety and control

Transfer THUNDERBOLT Hammers between grinding mills and cone crushers for increased versatility and asset utilisation

Safe and secure THUNDERBOLT Hammer suspension

Incredibly high-strength torque arm and mantle nut interface adapter plate

Integrated counterweight balancers for stability and optimal loosening/tensioning efficiency

Moil bracket for safe, optimised-Hammer firing alignment

Transport frame with forklift tyne pockets and crane lifting lugs for onsite portability

Fasteners and fixers for safe and secure storage between use

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: Precision-engineered in a range of common sizes for faster, safer cone crusher mantle nut removal and tensioning

Customer use has demonstrated reductions in mantle nut installation from an average of three to four hours down to approximately 15-20 minutes (times will vary depending on site conditions)

Available as a ready to use, all-in-one solution or add-on for existing THUNDERBOLT Recoilless Hammer(s) already on site

RME is the world’s leading Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of mill relining systems.

550+

RUSSELL MRMs engineered, manufactured and delivered.

1100+

THUNDERBOLT Recoiless Hammers sold.

440+

Mine sites served by RME equipment & services.

"The toughest maintenance tasks demand capable technologies that handle the conditions safely. The THUNDERBOLT Orbit is a clever combination of the industry’s most powerful and reliable hydraulic recoilless Hammer and a purpose-built mantle nut torquing technology. It delivers a step-change to the way operations manipulate crusher mantle nuts – with vastly improved speed and safety."

Christian Kramer

THUNDERBOLT Product Manager, RUSSELL MINERAL EQUIPMENT

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THUNDERBOLT Orbit Mantle Nut Removal Tool and a THUNDERBOLT 1500 Recoilless hammer

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