The 100% electric Scooptram ST7 Battery from Atlas Copco was unveiled on May 1. This new underground loader enables cleaner, safer and more flexible operations. Battery power also offers the potential for greater production, at
reduced cost. The new Scooptram ST7 Battery is fully battery operated. Battery power minimises the need for mine ventilation, while offering same or better performance as diesel. That reduces cost for infrastructure as well as the long term operational costs.

“Compared to a tethered machine the battery powered Scooptram has the flexibility of the diesel but without the limitation of the trailing cable. Cutting the cord means cutting costs and adding flexibility to your underground operations.” With zero emissions and up to an 80% reduction in heat generation compared to diesel power, the cost of installing ventilation is minimised and the expensive refrigeration of mines can potentially be eliminated in the long run.

Each little detail matters when it comes to designing a powerful, 7 t loader. Besides the major change from diesel to battery Atlas Copco says it also focuses on small, but smart functions to create big savings. “For example, the Scooptram ST7 Battery is also equipped with the Atlas Copco unique traction control to increase tire life up to 30%. Together with the fact that battery vehicles enable longer service intervals, it increases overall up time and thus productivity,” says Erik Svedlund, Global Product Manager – Electric Vehicles – Underground Material
Handling.

Operator comfort and productivity is a big priority, which is why the Scooptram ST7 Battery has excellent visibility and intuitive, ergonomic controls in an ROPS/FOPS approved canopy for safe ergonomic operations. The telematics system provides production data and online trouble shooting. The Scooptram ST7 battery is Automation ready meaning it can be equipped with smart functions like the option teleremote control that allows control of multiple loaders from a safe remote location.

“The new Scooptram ST7 Battery shares most parts with the successful diesel Scooptram of which hundreds have been sold-to-date around the globe. Service and repair are therefore no problem, even in the most remote locations.
The Scooptram ST7 Battery will first be introduced in Canada and USA and will be gradually rolled out across the globe.”