Safety Lift Solutions worked alongside Field Mining Services Group on the first Liebherr 9800 Engine/Hydraulic Modular Shutdown executed for a valued client.

The CQFMS Diesel Division were engaged to carry out the module replacement, slew bearing replacement, large amounts of component and defect work, undercarriage work, line boring and hosing upgrades on the 800t excavator.

Working with our in-house engineering team, CQFMS developed a shutdown plan unlike any other. The plan involved using Safety Lift Solutions jacks to lift the machine, which enabled both the engine/hydraulic modules and slew bearing replacement – along with the large component scope – to be completed at the same time.

GRMOS Maintenance Superintendent Phil Starr said the innovative shutdown approach was a first and would be highly considered for future projects.

“This is an exceptional example of adopting a collaborative approach and innovative thinking to develop solutions not only to minimise downtime, but also exceed safety, quality and performance outcomes,” he said.

“This shutdown method dramatically reduced the risk of traditional safety interactions and provided a far safer work environment.

“We also had a huge uplift in scope duration and machine performance.”