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The drive frames of the high-performance AFC system at the Yalevskogo mine are also a very important element of the conveyor. At either end of the conveyor, they provide the mount for the chain sprockets, which transmit the drive power of 2 x 1,000 kW (2,412 hp) at the main drives and 1 x 1,000 kW (2,412 hp) at the tail drive.
Both drive frames are designed to be used in left- or right-hand longwall faces - regardless of the direction of mining.
The Cat GR chain sprocket uses three teeth simultaneously to transmit the drive force, in- creasing efficiency from 93 to 97 percent compared to conventional chain sprockets. By providing the right drive and pans for the unique environment at the Yalevskogo longwall face and the specific production goals, Caterpillar ensures the customer gets the ideal ba- lance of cost and performance.
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