A PREVENTABLE FAILURE THAT COULD COST YOU MILLIONS
In 2016, a catastrophic failure at a coal mining operation in New South Wales led to the detachment of an excavator cabin due to broken bolts. Over time, four out of six bolts failed without warning, putting both equipment and the operator’s safety at risk.
The operator escaped with minor injuries, but the incident resulted in approximately $464,000 in penalties and millions more in estimated losses from unplanned downtime.
Fasteners that aren’t monitored and maintained properly can weaken over time, leading to significant safety hazards and operational disruptions.
MOBILE EXCAVATOR
Preventive Maintenance
SmartBolts offer a simple yet innovative way to prevent costly mobile excavator failures. Our patented Visual Indication System™ lets you:
- Instantly identify loose bolts during inspections.
- Save time and resources by re-tensioning only the bolts that need it.
- Spot potential failures before they happen, keeping operations running smoothly.
With SmartBolts, our technology goes beyond traditional methods. As you tighten a bolt, the Visual Indication System™ changes color, shifting from red to black. The color shift is proportional to bolt stretch, providing precise and trustworthy measurements every time.
KEEP YOUR MOBILE EXCAVATOR RUNNING WITH SMARTBOLTS
See It in Action!
Unplanned failures can bring your excavator operations to a halt, but SmartBolts make maintenance easier than ever. Watch the video to see how our color-changing Visual Indication System™ helps you monitor bolt tension in real time, preventing costly breakdowns and improving equipment reliability. Keep your excavators running smoothly and your operations on track with SmartBolts.
PROTECT YOUR PEOPLE & OPERATIONS
Avoid failures before they happen. With SmartBolts, you’re not just maintaining your equipment—you’re protecting your operators, preventing downtime, and ensuring your excavators stay running when it matters most.
