Mining Lifting Solutions

Mining environments demand lifting equipment that performs reliably in challenging and sometimes hazardous conditions. R&M provides mining lifting solutions designed to support safe, efficient material handling across a wide range of applications. From routine maintenance to heavy component handling, our hoists and crane systems help operations keep equipment moving and downtime under control.

Mining applications include:

• Underground Mining Operations
• Surface and Open-Cut Mining Operations
• Placer Mining Operations
• Mineral and Metal Mines
• Coal, Salt and Potash Mines
• Hard Rock Quarries for Stones like Granite, Basalt or Limestone

Mining applications require lifting systems that can handle heavy loads, frequent use and harsh service conditions. R&M offers mining hoists and cranes engineered for reliable performance in maintenance shops, processing plants and tailings ponds, access entries and other mining-related applications. Our product range includes rope hoists, heavy lifting winches and crane packages built to meet the needs of tough mining environments.

Mining applications involving heavy loads, long lifts and demanding service conditions require lifting equipment selected for the capacity, duty cycle and operating environment. R&M’s rope hoists are well suited for mining overhead crane applications, delivering dependable lifting performance, smooth operation and features that support operator control. For more demanding service and expanded capacity and lift ranges, our open winch hoists provide a strong solution for mining and other heavy industries.

Whether you need a heavy-duty hoist for mines, a complete mining industry overhead crane package or a tailored industrial hoist mining application, R&M can supply the right equipment with special features for the job.

Dust, moisture, debris, outdoor exposure and temperature extremes can affect the performance and service life of lifting equipment. Frequent or high-duty-cycle operation can place additional demands on motors, brakes and mechanical components.

Depending on the application and equipment selected, R&M can provide features such as:

• Dust and moisture resistance: Optional IP66 protection for motors and electrical panels helps prevent dust and moisture intrusion.
• Outdoor protection: Rain covers, specially sealed motors, brakes and electrical panels and protective paint systems can support crane and hoist operation in surface and open-cut mining environments.
• Extreme-temperature protection: The standard operating range is 41–113°F (5–45°C) without special temperature features. Operation outside this range may require standby heating, cooling systems, special metal types or synthetic lubricants to help protect equipment.
• High-altitude configurations: Motor and gear selections can be adjusted for applications where altitude affects equipment capacity and cooling.
• Corrosion protection: Where corrosive conditions are present, special paint thicknesses and features like synthetic ropes can provide added protection.

In underground operations where methane or other flammable gases and vapors may be present, lifting equipment may need to be selected for a specific hazardous location classification.

At U.S. Gypsum’s Shoals Mine in Indiana, R&M helped deliver a practical underground lifting solution for a uniquely challenging environment. Working with Harriman Material Handling and CraneWerks, R&M supplied a 20 ton top running double girder overhead crane and hoist installed 400 feet below the surface to support equipment assembly and maintenance within the mine. Read the full case study.

In mining, safe lifting is essential to protecting people, equipment and productivity. R&M equipment is designed with safety, controllability and long-term reliability in mind. Operator assist features that support smooth starts, precise motion and dependable braking help improve load control in demanding applications. For operations that require careful positioning, a precision control hoist can help improve both safety and handling accuracy.

Mining sites may also require lifting equipment built to address specific hazardous compliance standards. The Spacemaster® EX Class I, Division 1 Hoist or Spacemaster® EX Class I, Division 2 Hoist can be used in the appropriate zone classified environment as permitted by the National Electrical Code (NEC) for groups C & D, temperature class T4, as permitted by NEC 505.9 and NEC 505.20 and by the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC C22.1). R&M offers solutions for challenging environments where electrical classification and equipment protection are critical considerations.

Long-term support is especially important for mines in remote locations. Regular industrial mining crane maintenance and inspection help extend equipment life, reduce unplanned downtime and support safer operation. R&M's HoistMonitor Enclave provides insights to hoist operation and allows for mining facilities to predict future maintenance needs.

Through R&M’s distributor network, customers can access service, parts and expertise. Keeping key spare parts at the mine or coordinating stock with a local distributor can help reduce delays when maintenance or repairs are needed.