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Mini MineWolf in Lebanon: BACTEC Training and Accreditation
07.07.08

A newly formed mechanical team from BACTEC, the UK’s foremost Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and Landmine Clearance Company, has completed training on the new Mini MineWolf in Nabatiye, South Lebanon, resulting in full UN accreditation of the team and machine. The 4 week training package consisted of 2 weeks full maintenance procedures plus 2 weeks practical application of both the tiller and the flail under the instruction & supervision of MineWolf Systems Technical Advisor Zeljko Tepes.

                                        The BACTEC mechanical team in Lebanon

The team, all experienced in flail operations using various machines in the past, was very impressed during their initial examination of the Mini MineWolf and its unique interchangeable tiller/flail system. Seeing the complete system from the mobile workshop and trailer through to the machine and working tools made a lasting impact, as the team had never seen such a dedicated ‘on-site’ support package before for a single machine. BACTEC’s mechanical team is made up of 1 supervisor, two operators, a mechanic, medic, two deminers and a driver. Minefield clearance tasks have already been lined up for the team and the UNMACC are looking forward to putting their new Mini MineWolf to good use.