SMT Scharf AG and FGI Deepen Strategic Collaboration to Advance Monorail Technology Upgrades and Global Expansion
Currently, the global mining machinery industry is rapidly advancing toward intelligent and green transformation, with cross-border technological collaboration becoming a key driver for high-quality development. As a benchmark enterprise in the field of underground monorail haulage systems worldwide, Germany-based SMT Scharf AG and FGI are continuously deepening their partnership, focusing on two core directions—iterative product technology optimization and alignment with international market demands—to jointly implement R&D and market expansion initiatives.
Founded in 1941, SMT Scharf AG is a renowned specialist supplier of transportation equipment for mining and tunneling projects globally. Its flagship monorail system holds approximately 34% of the installed market share worldwide.
On January 13, Mr. Martin, a technical expert from SMT Scharf AG, visited FGI for a dedicated technical exchange. During the session, Mr. Martin provided an in-depth analysis of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements critical to monorail drive systems, offering technical support to ensure stable operation under complex underground conditions. He also shared comprehensive insights into international market standards and emerging technology trends for monorail products. Leveraging SMT Scharf’s extensive global experience in mining engineering and FGI’s core R&D capabilities in power electronics, both parties are jointly advancing international certification for monorail systems—aiming to overcome technical trade barriers and lay the groundwork for globally deploying monorail systems equipped with domestically developed core drives.
Monorail haulers are rail-mounted transport systems suspended from the roof of mine roadways. Diesel-powered monorails currently dominate due to their strong adaptability and high traction force, yet they suffer from high operating costs, noise, and pollutant emissions. In recent years, with the maturation and iteration of battery technologies, battery-powered monorails have seen accelerated adoption. Their core advantages—including efficient operation and maintenance, flexible scheduling, safety, reliability, and energy efficiency—align closely with the global mining machinery industry’s sustainability goals.
This collaboration between SMT Scharf AG and FGI represents not only complementary integration within the supply chain but also deep alignment on technical standards and global market resources. Through mutual sharing of technical knowledge and engineering expertise, both companies will continuously refine and optimize underground transport solutions, enhancing product reliability and core technological capabilities, thereby driving tangible progress in the technological advancement of the mining machinery industry.
