[Case Study] Poclain Powers China’s First Roll Cutter Rock Roadheader
Ushering in a New Era of Efficient Mining
Innovation has always driven progress in the mining industry. As China accelerates its shift toward greener, smarter mining operations, the launch and commissioning of the country’s first roll cutter rock roadheader at a non-ferrous metal mine marks a major milestone in mining equipment technology.
Poclain with its advanced hydraulic expertise has delivered key solutions that ensure the roadheader operates with exceptional efficiency, stability, and reliability—paving the way for higher performance and smarter mining across the industry.
The Roadheader Cutting Head's Performance with Poclain’s Direct Drive Solutions
Cutting Head Drive: Low-speed, high-torque motor delivers direct power with maximum efficiency and reliability.
In the roll cutter rock roadheader’s cutting head drive system, Poclain’s low-speed, high-torque motor plays a pivotal role. Unlike traditional drive setups that rely on gearboxes or speed reducers—adding mechanical complexity, reducing efficiency, and introducing more potential failure points—Poclain’s solution delivers direct drive to the cutter head.
This innovative approach brings several key advantages:
- Compact Design
Eliminating gearboxes and speed reducers shortens the cutter head’s axial dimensions, allowing for greater design flexibility. The overall equipment becomes lighter and more compact—ideal for navigating complex mining environments.
- Higher Transmission Efficiency
By removing intermediary components, energy losses are minimized. More power reaches the cutter head, improving drive efficiency, speeding up roadheading operations, and boosting overall mining productivity.
- Reduced Maintenance, Increased Reliability
With fewer components, maintenance needs drop and reliability improves. There’s less downtime due to gearbox failure, and long-term operation remains stable even under high-load, high-intensity conditions.
