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Oil Sands Mining
Oil sands are a loose sand deposit containing a form of petroleum known as bitumen. The method used to extract the bitumen is dependent on the depth of the deposit. If the bitumen is close to the surface, conventional open pit mining techniques using hydraulic mining shovels and haul trucks are used. For the most part, mined bitumen is typically upgraded into light oil. In Canada, these mines operated in some of the harshest cold weather conditions requiring fluid power systems equal to the task.
Mining the bitumen
Large hydraulic shovels are used to excavated the oil sands from the mining site. These hydraulic mining shovels are subjected to a constant pounding from falling debris. To facilitate the correct replacement of multiple hydraulic assemblies during the scheduled maintenance period, requires a robust asset management system. The Parker Tracking System, or PTS as it is commonly referred to, gives fleet managers a very powerful tool capable of providing not only bill of material information, but also a predictive failure mode and timing. This cloud base system gives users 24/7 access to asset records which contain all the information required to make critical maintenance decisions.
The plumbing of the hydraulic systems is a critical part of the productive operation of these units. Parker’s Global Core series of multi spiral and braided hydraulic hose give fleet reliability managers piece of mind the equipment will be operational until the next scheduled maintenance period. The flexible half bend radius is designed for easier routing, and the tough abrasion resistant covers ensure the assemblies will last longer. Combined with Parker’s OnSite Container assembly fabrication center and Parkrimp system, downtime due to hose assembly failures can be minimized considerably.
Loading and Hauling
The mined bitumen is loaded and transported by 400 ton heavy haul trucks to the processing plant. These large haul trucks are required to operate under very strict emission reduction standards. To help ensure the diesel exhaust is complying with the industry standards, a urea-based diesel exhaust fluid is introduced into the fuel system. This fluid needs to be maintained at a certain temperature to be effective. Parker’s SCR series of selective catalytic reduction assemblies are purposely designed to meet the requirements of this critical application. The SCR series is available with thermoplastic and EPDM core tube material for use in the suction, pressure and return parts of the circuit.
Featured Products
Valves
Parker offers the industry’s largest selection of hydraulic directional control valves, known throughout the industry for their performance and reliability. Improve efficiency, increase safety and reduce downtime.
Controllers
Parker's diverse selection of mobile controller displays includes programmable IQAN master display units for use in machine applications, as graphical user interfaces, and as CAN gateways; HMI display modules for use in many mobile machines; and rugged, general-purpose PHD suitable for use in off-road equipment.
Pumps
Parker's broad range of energy-efficient hydraulic pumps includes displacement models of variable piston, fixed vane and fixed gear pumps. Designed to handle a wide range of applications, Parker pumps are available with electronic and computer controls and, like all Parker products, these pumps are manufactured with the finest materials under strict quality control.
Hydraulic Motors
Parker’s full line of high and low speed motors provide power ranging up to 15,000 inch-pounds of torque with speeds ranging from 1/2 rpm to 13,000 rpm. A complete range of sizes is offered in gear, gerotor, vane and piston style operating configurations. Fixed and variable displacement motors are available. Parker hydraulic motors deliver excellent performance with high efficiency, true wear compensation and longer service life.
Hose Products
Parker offers the widest range of specialty, industrial, hybrid and hydraulic hose in the industry. Our comprehensive line includes low pressure, medium pressure and high pressure pneumatic and hydraulic hoses that are resistant to heat, ozone, weather, chemicals, oil, flames, UV and abrasion. Parker is the largest hose manufacturer in the world and provides an engineered solution to all of your hose product needs.
Diagnostics
Parker's condition monitoring solutions are designed with accuracy and efficiency in mind, our sensors are engineered to work in perfect harmony with our software. SensoNODE™ and Voice of the Machine™ are rooted in the Industrial Internet of Things, giving users an advanced condition monitoring solution that is fundamentally transforming operational efficiency. For MRO troubleshooting, ServiceJunior diagnostic test kits are ideal to digitally measure pressure and capture min and max fluctuations in any hydraulic or pneumatic system.
Filtration
Parker offers low, medium, and high-pressure hydraulic filters capable of a wide range of temperatures for use in extreme operating environments. Also available are a broad range of compact portable purification systems and automatic vacuum dehydrator systems, as well as accessories to compliment these products. Our hydraulic pressure filters are highly suitable for industrial and mobile applications.
Accumulators
Parker's range of hydraulic accumulators deliver precise regulation and are designed to regulate the performance of bespoke hydraulic systems. Our hydraulic accumulator models offer high and low-pressure variants depending on the application requirements and our lightweight diaphragm hydraulic accumulators are ideal for industries where weight and space are important factors. All of these devices are available with a broad selection of configurations and are easy to install. The quality design of our devices guarantees optimal performance and service life.
For years, our customers asked for a fast, easy and exact way to track, manage and locate parts. So, 11 years ago, the Parker Tracking System (PTS) was introduced. Now, we listen to our PTS users to continually add functionality and improve the user experience. With two platforms to manage assets, PTS Mobile App and PTS Web App, you are a click away from retrieving product information, scheduling a service event, and more.