So you think you are hard on equipment?

[SmallChange]

It worked for my computer as posted.

Yikes! Guess this is one of those situations rubber treads just wouldn't cut it...

 

[plastikosmd]

I’m glad the link worked for you

The glowing tracks were impressive

 

[blee03]

Same video but posted on Youtube

 

[LittleBittyBigJohn]

No way! Not for me. How would you get out if it broke down in there?

Actually how would you get out of the glowing machine at all?

 

[MossRoad]

Welcome to hell. Your shift starts at 6:00am.

 

[ljjhouser]

I am guessing there is no grease in the joints. I would want to use diesel that wouldn't burn. They must have a GREAT AC unit in the cab. Talk about the "Hot Seat".

 

[Xfaxman]

No way! Not for me. How would you get out if it broke down in there?

Actually how would you get out of the glowing machine at all?

The one i saw was remote controlled, no operator in it.

 

[unimog_jason]

Looks like Cat builds a purpose build track loader for slag work.

Cat 973K Track Loader - Steel Mill Configuration

Factory designed and installed features equip your track loader for the extreme heat and harsh conditions of steel mill work. Maneuverability, visibility and the breakout force needed for fast cycle

www.pon-cat.com

Includes high temp seals for the undercarriage.

 

[MossRoad]

STEEL MILL OPERATING RECOMMENDATIONS​

Steel Mill Operating Recommendations​

Caterpillar recommends that Steel Mill machines be exposed to hot slag for less than 15 minutes each hour to allow for adequate cooling time between cycles. Typically, two machines per furnace and a backup machine for the site provide the best uptime. The timing, frequency and duration of the work and cooling cycles varies by job site, but exceeding the recommended exposure time will prevent the machine from meeting expected performance levels.

 

[JasperFrank]

I must have missed this episode of Dirty Jobs.