- Auto Neutral Idle: as the 777 idles in a forward gear, the transmission will automatically slip in and out of a neutral state to avoid stalling the torque converter and raising engine rpm.
- Engine Idle Shutdown: when your truck is in park and idles for more than a preset time, the truck will initiate engine shutdown to conserve fuel. This feature can be time adjusted or turned on or off according to your specific needs.
- Speed Limiting: while you can continue to gear limit your trucks, Caterpillar offers speed limiting that allows the truck to travel at a more fuel efficient engine speed and gear selection.
- New APECS transmission controls increase fuel efficiency by maintaining momentum and speed on grade.
- The water cannon operates at idle, which reduces fuel consumption during cannon operation by up to *50%.
*Results shown from Cat WDS cannon output. Testing was conducted at the Caterpillar Tucson Proving Ground with data captured from a production study. Results may vary.
CONNECT WITH CAT® MINESTAR™
- Cat MineStar for water uses cloud-based connectivity through cellular and WiFi connection to collect and manage data at any job site.
- We offer two levels of connectivity (Basic & Premium*) to meet any customer need using Cat MineStar.
- Water Solutions data can help ensure customers are meeting regulatory requirements.
- View maps and dashboards of your operation to see how much your trucks are watering, where they are located, how much fuel they are using, and more.
BASIC CONNECTIVITY: EQUIPMENT TRACKING
“I need to know where my truck is located and when it’s watering.”
Basic Connectivity* automates fundamental data collection, eliminating paper recording by the operator.
- Near-real-time and historical reporting.
- Truck location and utilization data: routes, starts and stops.
- Fuel and water level.
- Whether or not the truck is spraying water.
- Water Delivery System utilization (auto vs. manual mode).
*Based on equipment connectivity via WiFi or cellular data. Basic Connectivity Package comes standard with a 6-month complimentary service-based offering.
PREMIUM CONNECTIVITY: EQUIPMENT TRACKING + PRODUCTION RECORDING
“I need to understand fuel utilization, water cycle duration, and how much water the truck is using.”
Premium Connectivity* offers a comprehensive reporting package with data and detailed reports o help mine managers and operators improve watering techniques and efficiency.
- Water usage by truck/fill station.
- Volume of water output over time and area covered.
- Water distribution rate, water delivery system
- setting by location, truck, and conditions.
- Activity breakdown including time and distance.
- (watering, not watering, stopped, etc.)
- View and export at least 6 weeks of historical data.
*Based on equipment connectivity via WiFi or cellular data.