The HNA Group's Strut Handling Tool represents a significant advancement in the process of replacing front strut assemblies on Caterpillar haul trucks. Designed and assembled in Mackay, Queensland, Australia, this innovative tool simplifies the component change-out process by utilising a 16T forklift and the Strut Handling Tool, eliminating the need for overhead cranes and complex lift plans.

Manufactured with locally sourced components, the tool is designed for ease of use and enhanced safety: simply attach it to the strut assembly, remove the entire unit from the chassis, and use the remote control to safely lower the strut to a horizontal position.

For installation, the assembly is raised back into a vertical position, and the remote control allows precise rotation to align the keyway and position the assembly back onto the chassis.