Cable support systems for mining and industrial applications are available from
MineSupply International™. Our systems will help extend the life of your cables and will
increase the ease of cable installation and removal. Our systems are maintenance-free,
require no adjustment and will last a long time.

MINING PRODUCTS TO PROTECT CABLE

1. ROPE BRAKES
2. CABLE SADDLES / CABLE BUNS
3. CABLE STANDS / SUPPORTS
4. MINING CABLE SHOVEL BALL (used by shovel operator to move cable)
5. CABLE CROSS OVERS
6. CABLE STANDS
7. ALL-ALLOY YARDING BLOCK

 

ROPE BRAKE (download pdf brochure)

The ROPEBRAKE is designed for fast and safe hoisting and lowering of mine trailing cables
at haul road towers. The ROPEBRAKE pivots 180º to give a directional pull on the rope.
The heavy-duty construction and self-braking mechanism provides maximum safety.
Maintenance-free - never wears out.

CABLE SADDLES / CABLE BUNS (download pdf brochure)

CABLE BUNS are manufactured from hardwearing polyurethane that is impervious to most
weather conditions. They will provide years of maintenance-free service when properly
selected and correctly installed.

CABLEBUNS are lightweight and easy to handle and each two-ply latex-treated nylon sling
is selected to ensure a 5-to1-load factor for increase d safety. When lifted by the sling, the
sling tightens around the CABLEBUN and cable. The CABLEBUN is lined with a carbide
friction strip to ensure the cable does not slide.

Each CABLEBUN is designed to meet the minimum bending radius of the cable being used.

Several models are available to fit cables from 60mm - 119mm.

CABLE STANDS

Universal CABLE STANDS have been designed to support and identify trailing cable when used with draglines, shovels, drills, pumps and other mining equipment. Lightweight, stacking, and in many color options, they accept cable up to 4" in diameter.

MINING CABLE SHOVEL BALL (Used By Shovel Operator To Move Cable)

A Shovel Operator's "Man On The Ground". The trailing cable is attached to the Hi-Ball allowing the shovel operator is move the trailing cable without any assistance.

CABLE CROSSOVER MATS (download pdf brochure)

The ultimate cable crossover protection for power cable ranging in size from 1" to 4.5” in diameter. Cable fits into a slot in the Power Mat allowing heavier equipment to pass over the cable without damaging the cable.

MINI CROSSOVER MAT (download pdf brochure)

Two unique, economical crossover solutions to allow heavier equipment to pass over cable without damage to the cable.

ALL-ALLOY BLOCK

Our blocks are designed to be used on the top of the cable crossover towers to support the
CABLEBUN and cable. Used with our ROPE BRAKE and nylon rope, this system facilitates easy cable hoisting and replacement.

The entire block made from heat treated alloy steel and has an easy-opening feature to allow
quick installation of the nylon rope. The Ultimate Load is 4 times the Working Load Limit.
Includes pressure lube fittings for increased life.