| Low level refuelling system |
Description
Following an upgrade to an 87 tonne excavator at Shap Beck Quarry, it quickly became apparent that re-fuelling the larger machine was potentially hazardous as the operator who had to climb onto machine to access the filling point and drag the fuel line up with him. A new fuelling point has been installed that includes a dry break connector and enables the machine to be refuelled at ground level. The system, developed by Banlaw Systems, also includes an automatic cut off.
Benefits
• Both working at height and manual handling risks have been removed
• The chance of fuel spillage has been eliminated
• The operators can refuel without being exposed to the elements
• Fuel cannot be stolen from the tank
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