Dutch heavy machinery and logistics company Mammoet have announced they are now offering a zero-emission option for their Self-Propelled Modular Transport (SPMT).
Originally invented in the 1970s and refined into the form used globally today in 1984 by Mammoet, SPMT’s have revolutionised the manner in which heavy loads can be transported by increasing the safety, efficiency, and precision of manoeuvring large loads practically.
With the heavy machinery industry shifting to greener alternatives in lieu of restrictions imposed by the European Union and other regulatory agencies, Mammoet’s self-developed conversion system is said to deliver safety and sustainability benefits whilst maintaining the level of performance displayed by its diesel predecessors.
The zero-emission option functions through a conversion process for SPMT Power Pack Units (PPUs), that provide an electric alternative to replace the diesel powertrain residing within the existing trailers.
Eliminating the carbon footprint of SPMT represents another step towards the goal of zero emissions on the worksite, and the flexibility will enable Mammoet’s customers to comply with intense environmental legislation more easily.
By retro-fitting the existing SPMT fleets, the Dutch heavy-load haulage company have also committed to reducing the amount of waste and additional fabrication that would have otherwise been required for completely new zero-emission equipment.
Additional to the climate benefits of Mammoet’s new electrified PPU, noise levels are said to be vastly reduced when operating on a project site, allowing for a safer and more productive work environment for anyone using the converted SPMT. Additionally, with reduced decibels coming from its power system, productivity hours can be increased in areas with sound restrictions.
Partially funded by the DKTI – an initiative by the Netherlands government to develop climate-conscious technologies – the electric PPUs were produced by Mammoet and another leading provider of zero-emissions powertrains for heavy industry.