Mining parts

Track Shield 2

Helps the operator reduce the number or severity of impacts between the dipper and the tracks or other parts of the shovel by calculating the position of the dipper and making modifications to the controls to mitigate collisions

Helps the operator reduce the number or severity of impacts

Repeated dipper-to-track strikes can reduce crawler shoe life and cause structural cracking and dipper damage, resulting in unplanned downtime and increased repair costs. This technology calculates the position of the dipper and modifies controls to mitigate collisions.

• Mitigate dipper collisions
• Reduce TCO via maintenance costs
• Maintain productivity
• Tune to your specific needs

Features and benefits

Minimize effects on operator motions

Designed to minimize the impact on operator motions during tuck to maintain shovel productivity. Field tests have shown statistically no reduction in productivity while Track Shield 2 is in operation when properly tuned.

Premium Komatsu shovel expertise

The updated Payload 2 algorithm, developed by Komatsu engineers and based on propriety knowledge of shovel dynamic performance, exceeds “bolt-on” solutions.

Reduce total cost of ownership

Can substantially reduce the number or severity of costly collisions with the dipper. May reduce maintenance costs from fewer incidents of damage or fatigue to the shoes, front idler, dipper components, cable reel, and other components.