Sany India, a construction and mining equipment manufacturer, has introduced the SKT105E Electric Dump Truck, the first fully electric open cast mining truck.
Designed to meet the rigorous demands of open-cast mining operations, this indigenous off-highway dump truck features a new edition of innovation in construction and mining equipment manufacturing.
During the launch event, Deepak Garg, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Sany India and South Asia, called the achievement a leap towards sustainable mining practices in India.
Adding further, he said that the company is contributing to the nation’s vision of sustainable development and operational efficiency enhancement by localizing production and introducing cutting-edge electric technology.
Manufactured with a blend of local expertise and global innovation, the truck is claimed to have exceptional energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness, with an impressive payload capacity of 70 tons. The company also promises to stand as a powerhouse asset for mining enterprises across the nation.
The truck is innovatively designed for zero-emission operation with an advanced electric propulsion system, ensuring optimal performance while reducing the carbon footprint.
The manufacturer aligns it with an environmentally friendly solution for Indian mining sites and claims to promote greener technologies with this launch.
Furthermore, Garg highlighted local manufacturing capabilities and predicted their ability to empower the nation’s economy. He also said that strengthening the indigenous manufacturing ecosystem will be an effort to create job opportunities.
