Stand Up to the Heat

In conditions that might make others melt, Brokk demolition robots don’t even break a sweat. An array of heat-resistant components help them keep their cool even in the most extreme conditions. These five features help protect the machine’s most vital components so you can stop waiting for cooler temps and turn up the heat on your efficiency.

Cylinder Protection

All Brokk machines are built tough, but by opting for additional heat and impact protection for cylinders 2 and 3, operators are able to stand up to the heat without risking breakdowns. By protecting vital cylinders from impacts and radiated heat with a metal shield, this optional feature minimizes heat related breakdowns. It is available on all Brokk machines, and when paired with other heat-resistant technology, it makes the equipment the ideal choice for metal processing applications.

Steel Caterpillar Tracks

Specialized applications call for specialized equipment. When the job requires traversing hot surfaces, replace Brokk’s standard rubber caterpillar tracks with high-quality steel tracks with a higher temperature threshold. This optional feature is ideal for hot or sharp surfaces such as those found in metal processing facilities. Steel caterpillar tracks are available for the Brokk 70, 110, 120, 160, 280, 400, 400D, 500 and 800. This optional feature offers improved track longevity and durability but may not be suitable for all surfaces.

Heat Resistant Hoses

Get closer to the ring of fire without fear of breakdowns by adding heat-resistant hoses to your Brokk machine. The hoses are manufactured to withstand repeated exposure to molten metals and glass and are rated for temperatures up to 3,000 degrees Fahrenheit (1,650 degrees Celsius). They are available for hydraulic breakers, cylinder 4 and automatic greasing devices for the Brokk 70, 110, 120D, 160, 280, 400, 400D, 500 and 800. Hoses minimize risk of breakdown in red-hot workplaces by ensuring hydraulic fluids continue to flow. A proprietary rubber coating sheds molten metal splash immediately and transforms into a crust when exposed to direct flames, creating a protective refractory layer. With heat-resistant hoses, your Brokk can work in extremely hot applications for several minutes, making this an ideal option for metal processing applications.

Forced Draft Cooling

Forced draft cooling for hydraulic systems and electrical cabinets is an option on all Brokk machines, allowing them to keep their cool even in extreme environments. The forced draft cooling system is recommended for jobs where the ambient temperature exceeds 113 degrees Fahrenheit (45 degrees Celsius), such as cement or lime kilns. Brokk mounts air nipples to the hydraulic system and the electrical cabinet, significantly increasing the machine’s cooling capacity. A dedicated compressed air filter mounted in connection with the electrical cabinet ensures only clean, dry air circulates in the electrical cabinet, protecting delicate components.

For equipment that needs to get even closer to the flames, you can equip certain Brokk machines with an additional forced draft cooling system specifically for the breaker. This allows the breaker to function in red-hot applications with ambient temperatures in excess of 392 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). The option is only available in combination with the hydraulic and electrical cabinet forced draft cooling system, but it allows the machine to get closer to the heat than other machines. The breaker system is available for Brokk 70, 110, 160, 280, 400, 400D, 500 and 800 models. It is ideal for red-hot metal processing such as cleaning slag around ladles and copper converters.

Stand up to the heat and other extreme conditions with Brokk’s wide array of heat-resistant components. To learn more about options to help you conquer your extreme jobsite conditions, contact a Brokk Service Technician.