The Thor LoPro telescopic radial conveyor combines proven engineering with an innovative low-profile design.
It takes some heavy machinery to move mountains, but weight can also negatively affect the ground bearing pressure that equipment generates. Too light and the machine can’t do its job; too heavy, and the foundation material below is negatively impacted.
This is the perennial problem that Canada-based manufacturer Thor Global sought to resolve with its telescopic radial conveyor.
Developed in response to stricter requirements for in-spec material supply, the conveyor enables operators to build larger and more consistent stockpiles. With a much longer horizontal reach than traditional conveyors, operators can layer material concentrically, in multiple windrows, effectively minimising segregation.
Thor designed and introduced the first telescopic radial conveyor in 1992, and the innovation quickly gained traction across the global mining industry. Thor then pivoted its primary focus towards these systems in response, and the manufacturer now produces one of the widest ranges of these tools, catering to the full spectrum of remote site mining conditions around the world.
Lincom Group is the exclusive dealer of Thor Global equipment in Australia, and there’s no doubting the company’s enthusiasm for the range. Lincom’s product manager Alan Dunbar said the brand was the original and best manufacturer of telescopic radial conveyors.
“With Thor’s load equalisation system, the machines are strong, but lightweight where it counts,” he said. “The range is versatile and well suited to Australia’s diverse mining conditions.”
The latest incarnation of the Thor radial conveyor is the LoPro. As the name suggests, this offers the lowest feed height in the industry, and the patented hinge point enables the feed angle to remain constant, thus eliminating spillage, while a robust truss structure ensures strength and stability.
The Thor LoPro is designed to be more mobile, and is available in two standard lengths of 40m and 46m. Each is capable of handling up to 1500 tonnes per hour, with a feed height of just 1.5m at a fixed hopper angle.
This compact profile brings a host of advantages to the operating mine. In particular, the static hopper design removes the need for an increased drop height when feeding the conveyor. This reduces the impact and wear on the hopper as well as its belts and tail undercarriage.
“Allowing the conveyor to be fed from a constant, lower angle eliminates spillage and streamlines operations,” Dunbar said. “This lower feeding height contributes to maximum versatility for different material types and processing machinery without requiring additional equipment.”
The exclusive partnership between Lincom and Thor Global has been built on more than three decades of field-tested reliability across Australia’s demanding mining conditions.
“Thor equipment is engineered for longevity in the harshest environments,” Dunbar explained. “The build quality speaks for itself and when you’re investing in equipment for a remote mine site, you need absolute confidence it will perform day after day.”
The LoPro exemplifies this philosophy, delivering the durability and innovation that has made Thor the industry benchmark for telescopic radial conveyors.
Lincom’s added support
While Thor Global provides world-class equipment, Lincom’s value proposition extends far beyond being simply a supplier of those machines.
Lincom positions itself as a partner who can offer support across the breadth of operations, enabling customers to focus on results. This comprehensive approach means the company is on-hand for the entire equipment lifecycle, from spare parts and service to machine rebuilds.
Lincom provides complete customer satisfaction with service and support provided in throughout Australia 365 days per year. The company’s service offerings span the full spectrum, from preventative maintenance through to emergency breakdown repairs and scheduled refurbishments, with expert technicians available to assist customers whenever needed.
“We understand that downtime is lost revenue,” Dunbar said. “Our goal is to keep equipment running at peak performance, whether that’s through regular maintenance schedules or rapid responses if something goes wrong.”
Lincom firmly believes that the initial sale is just the beginning of its commercial responsibilities, focusing on long-term partnerships rather than transactional dealings. The company provides diagnostic and reporting services, offering practical recommendations and action plans to ensure equipment runs smoothly.
This includes access to original stock and locally-sourced spare parts, understanding the critical need for equipment reliability and peak performance capacity every single day.
For Australian mining operations seeking reliable bulk material handling solutions, the Thor LoPro represents the convergence of proven engineering and local expertise.
Through Lincom’s partnership with Thor Global, operators gain access to industry-leading equipment backed by comprehensive support – ensuring maximum uptime and operational efficiency in Australia’s challenging mining environments.
This feature appeared in the October issue of Australian Mining magazine.
