THUNDERBOLT ORBIT

The THUNDERBOLT ORBIT™ is a revolutionary solution for gyratory and cone crusher head nut change outs. The system consists of a high-strength torque arm that receives consistent high-velocity blows from the THUNDERBOLT Recoilless Hammer, to deal with head nuts swiftly and easily. Most importantly, the ORBIT eliminates hazardous, time-consuming and physically demanding methods that rely on manual slugging, unfit-for-purpose tools and field welding. It represents the crusher industry’s fastest and safest method for mainshaft maintenance.

Benefits

Reduces crusher downtime and improves reliability.
Eliminates hazards, protects personnel, improves HSE compliance.
Safeguards plant and equipment asset integrity.
Expands THUNDERBOLT Recoilless Hammer utilisation.
Optimises maintenance resources and costs.
Frees up personnel for other critical-path tasks.
Improves operational efficiency and safety.
Higher crusher availability and throughput.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

: Integrated, all-in-one solution for gyratory and cone crusher head nut change-outs.

High-strength torque arm ensures secure grip and even force distribution to all faces of the nut for significantly safer and faster loosening and tensioning.

Lashing points for secure transport and crane lifting lugs as-standard for easy onsite portability.

Purpose-built to work with the high-performance THUNDERBOLT Recoilless Hammer range – a proven technology with over 40 years of reliability in fast, safe grinding mill liner change-outs.

360-degrees suspension arm for optimal reach and easy THUNDERBOLT Hammer repositioning.

Configurable counterweight balancers for different THUNDERBOLT Hammer models.

Moil-locating socket for safe, optimised THUNDERBOLT Hammer firing alignment

Share THUNDERBOLT Hammers across grinding mills and crushers for increased asset utilisation.

Optional transport frame with forklift tyne pockets
: Custom-engineered and quality manufactured for precise fit and optimal performance for your crusher application.

Site trials and commercial use have demonstrated significant reductions in gyratory and cone crusher head nut change-out time. For example, in one case, the average change-out time for a FIXED shaft crusher, was reduced from three to four (3-4) hours to around 15-20 minutes. For LIVE shaft crushers, change-out time was reduced from a full 12-hour shift to around one (1) hour.

Available as an all-in-one solution. The ORBIT torque arm is also available as an add-on unit for existing THUNDERBOLT Recoilless Hammer users.

RME is the world’s leading Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of mill relining systems.

570+

RUSSELL MRMs engineered, manufactured and delivered.

1300+

THUNDERBOLT Recoiless Hammers sold.

440+

Mine sites served by RME assets & services.

"The toughest maintenance tasks demand capable technologies that handle the conditions safely. The THUNDERBOLT ORBIT is a clever combination of the industry’s most powerful, proven and reliable THUNDERBOLT Recoilless Hammer and a purpose-built crusher head nut torqueing technology. It delivers a step-change to the way operations change-out crusher head nuts – with vastly improved speed and safety."

Christian Kramer

THUNDERBOLT Product Manager, RUSSELL MINERAL EQUIPMENT

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THUNDERBOLT Orbit Mantle Nut Removal Tool and a THUNDERBOLT 1500 Recoilless hammer

Compare THUNDERBOLT Recoilless Hammers

THUNDERBOLT MODEL	MAGNUM 2000	MAGNUM 1000	1500 SP	750 SP	500	250
POWER	Hydraulic	Hydraulic	Hydraulic	Hydraulic	Pneumatic	Pneumatic
STRIKE FORCE (J)	2000 MM 1500 SM	1000 MM 750 SM	1500	750	500	250
Service Interval	100,000 Blows or 2-years	100,000 Blows or 2-years	40,000 Blows or Annually	40,000 Blows or Annually	40,000 Blows or Annually	Annually
Strike Rate (BPM)	70 – Standard Mode 80 – MAGNUM Mode	140 – Standard Mode 160 – MAGNUM Mode	60 – Standard Mode	90 – Standard Mode	60 – Standard Mode	60 – Standard Mode

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