Metso says it has been awarded an order to provide repairs and upgrades for a bucketwheel stacker reclaimer at a customer’s stockyard operations in Africa.

Metso’s scope of delivery includes upgrades and modernisations of the mechanical, structural and electrical components to enhance the customer’s operational efficiency and reliability.

Scott Pringle, Director, Service Technical Support, Africa Metso, said: “This order highlights our capability to offer comprehensive services in bulk material handling and to deliver tailored solutions as a trusted OEM partner. The customer not only benefits from maximized reliability but also improved safety. Metso’s parts are designed to require less maintenance, aiming for a sustainable return on investment.”

Danilo Caserta, Product Manager, Stockyard Machines, Metso, added: “Metso has combined the best features from our industry-leading legacy brands with modern technology to bring innovative and reliable solutions. Through the use of advanced engineering tools, we integrate technical and machine know-how with high-quality components and service to safeguard customers’ machines and maximise equipment life.”

Metso’s extensive experience as a stockyard equipment supplier enables it to extend the stacker/reclaimer service life, it says. Metso holds its own technology and has expertise in bulk material handling equipment refurbishment, upgrades and modernisations.