ESCO Lip Systems

Reverse Spade Lips (RSL)

Recognized by mines worldwide as a major innovation in dragline bucket productivity, the ESCO Reverse Spade Lip provides faster fill than conventional straight lips.

Advantages of the RSL Include:

• Concentrating the drag force on the corner teeth to improve penetration over conventional lips for faster fill
• Slim profile and shallow ramp angle further aids penetration
• Lip design helps channel material to the center, improving material flow

As the bucket engages the cut, the rear of bucket lifts slightly, pulling the center teeth out of the material. With the force concentrated on the corner teeth, there is less resistance and the bucket penetrates better. While the RSL is optimum for most applications, a straight lip option is available.