Ground Force Worldwide to ‘revolutionise electric cable handling’ with new solution – International Mining

Ground Force Worldwide has unveiled its latest breakthrough – the Cable Reeler Attachment – as part of a plan to revolutionise electric cable handling with unmatched precision and safety.

The attachment, engineered specifically for loaders and dozers, is designed to integrate seamlessly with most loaders and dozers, ensuring the safest and most efficient electric cable placement in the industry today.

With intuitive in-cab controls, unobstructed visibility and an increased reach that surpasses industry standards, Ground Force’s Cable Reeler provides the most cost-effective solution for managing electric cable, the company claims.

Key features of the solution, include:

  • A heavy-duty, quick and secure pin-on design for versatility;
  • A “Clamp & Go” drive system to ensure efficient operation and easy handling;
  • Excavator-style layout boom featuring a 225° rotational drive system with a reach of 26 ft (7.92 m) at ground level;
  • Proportional control valve to provide precise movement and easy operation via intuitive joystick controls;
  • Microcontroller controls offering an advanced system for proportional valve functions and chassis hydraulics;
  • The ability to login remotely with a wireless connection for configuration changes, upgrades and diagnostic;
  • Approved OEM load capacity to ensure maximum safety and efficiency;
  • Configurable dimensions that are designed to fit within the height and width of loaders or dozers, reducing shipping costs; and
  • Enhanced visibility, sure grip joystick and maintenance processes leveraging standard Genuine Ground Force parts for improved operator use and safety.

This new addition to the Ground Force Electric Cable Product Line was unveiled at MINExpo 2024 in Las Vegas, with a positive reception from both customers across the globe and OEM product groups, Ground Force says.