Volvo Penta engines power mining product line

The 5.1 L Volvo Penta D5 off-road engine will power J&S Manufacturing’s full line of mining equipment. (Photo: Volvo Penta)

Volvo Penta announced that its D5 off-road engine will power J&S Manufacturing’s entire product line, which includes a portfolio of equipment for mining applications in North America.

J&S, a Walden Company, is deploying Volvo Penta’s 5.1 L, inline four-cylinder, Tier 4 Final/Stage V dual-certification engines, which offer ratings from 143 to 238 hp (105 to 175 kW) and incorporates common rail fuel injection, an overhead camshaft and fixed geometry turbo. Optimized SCR/DPF technology is said to contribute to efficient combustion.

According to Volvo Penta, the engines are specifically suited for mining applications and certified by the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and CanmetMINING, government agencies for the U.S. and Canada, which establish and enforce health, safety and sustainability standards for the mining industry. In addition, the D5 dual-certification engines are engineered to meet EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V standards and support the reduction of harmful emissions during operations.

When integrated into J&S’s power equipment, the engine solutions are designed to enhance fuel efficiency and durability, which Volvo Penta said result in extended operational uptime and lower total cost of ownership.

When integrated into J&S’s power equipment, the D5 engine solutions are designed to enhance fuel efficiency and durability, said Volvo Penta. (Photo: Volvo Penta)

“As a trusted partner to a growing number of off-road manufacturers, we need to help them deliver on the needs of today while simultaneously preparing for the transition to a net-zero future,” said Darren Tasker, vice president of Industrial Sales for Volvo Penta of the Americas. “Our partnership with J&S Manufacturing provides mining customers with a platform to make meaningful progress – reducing emissions and enhancing efficiency while also benefiting from a collaborative service approach.”

The engines will be supported by distribution partner Wajax, which offers local resources and technical assistance for all Volvo Penta product and service needs.

Jeff Portelance, director of Business Development at The Walden Group, said the company is “thrilled to bring this partnership to the industry, combining Volvo Penta’s cutting-edge technology with our proven expertise in delivering tailored solutions for mining customers.”

With Wajax as a trusted industry distributor, Portelance said the organization is now “well-positioned to drive major advancements in efficiency, sustainability and safety across mining operations.”

J&S Manufacturing has already received its first orders for a new Volvo Penta-powered boom truck and scissor lift truck for use in underground mines in Northern Ontario. An additional scissor lift, boom and anfo loader truck are scheduled to be delivered to customers in early 2025.