SkelStart: 100% Engine Starting Power for Mining Fleets
- Rosco Mining Solutions Team
- May 26
- 1 min read
Why Engine Start Failures Drive Unplanned Downtime in Mining Operations
Engine start failures are one of the most common causes of unplanned downtime in mining operations. Dead lithium batteries, frequent replacements, and cold-weather boosts all drive up mining maintenance costs and pull crews away from real maintenance work.
For fleet operations running through extended winters, the cost of a no-start adds up fast.
How SkelStart Ultracapacitors Deliver 100% Engine Starting Power for Mining Fleets
SkelStart delivers reliable 100% engine starting power for mining machinery, even in the most extreme weather.
It's not a battery — it's an ultracapacitor module, designed to take the surge load off the battery and deliver clean starting power on demand. SkelStart is part of Rosco's Green Fleet Solutions, helping cut costs while supporting ESG goals.
What SkelStart Ultracapacitors Deliver for Mining Engine Start Systems
No more engine start failures or costly no-start downtime
Reliable cold performance even at -40°C
10+ years of lifetime per module
Trims emissions and optimizes fuel use across the fleet
Reduces dead-battery replacements and lithium battery waste
Lower mining maintenance costs tied to start-system failures
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Ready for a cleaner, more efficient fleet? Learn more at roscomining.com.
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