1. Reduce Spillage: The integrated lump breaker eliminates the need for a separate feeder breaker in the section. This feature helps size the product, controls the flow onto the belt, and eliminates a transfer point, thereby reducing spillage.

    

2. Employ True Continuous Haulage: The 4FCT ensures true continuous haulage by keeping material moving constantly. It can convey and tram simultaneously, closely following the movements of a continuous miner. This approach minimizes gaps and bottlenecks in material transport.

    

3. Adapt to Low and High Seam Heights: Each 4FCT system includes a Dynamic Move-Up Unit (DMU) designed to interface with the mine’s panel belt. Available in two styles—side-discharge (ideal for low seam heights/wide entries) and over-the-top (suitable for higher seams with restricted width)—providing adaptability to different mining conditions.

    

4. Keep System Speed at Peak: The 4FCT’s Optidrive power system enables variable control of traction, belt, and chain conveyor motors. This allows crews to maximize belt loading while minimizing belt speed, extending belt wear life and reducing spillage.

    

5. Seek Maximum Efficiency: Utilizing the Faceboss control system, operators can manage equipment at an optimal balance of production rate and cost-per-ton. The system provides access to automated sequences, advanced diagnostics, machine performance monitoring, and analysis tools for increased efficiency.

    

6. Reduce Traffic and Dust: The 4FCT requires only one operator using remote control, reducing the number of personnel and machines in a section. This minimizes visibility concerns in confined areas compared to batch haulage, leading to better dust control.

These features collectively make the Komatsu 4FCT a versatile and efficient continuous haulage system, addressing challenges related to spillage, adaptability, system speed, efficiency, and safety in mining operations.