Category Archives: Conveyor Systems

A pulley is always a pulley, right?   Unfortunately not. Very similar mining conveyor systems often require different components, sometimes leaving operators drowning in spares that they may or may not need.  All that inventory is cumbersome and expensive to maintain. Worse, in the event of a failure, it can leave your on-site team scrambling to […]

Backstops provide critical safety, control, and protection for the inclined sections of overland and underground conveyors. In this blog, we take a look at how conveyor backstops work and why they’re important for protecting staff and equipment plus ensuring your project stays on track.  Read on to learn more about how backstops help to stop […]

Variable speed conveyors allow you to fine-tune the speed at which your machinery moves bulk materials and reduce power consumption and equipment strain during start-up and slow-down. By improving flexibility and reducing wear and tear on machinery, variable-speed conveyors help drive operational savings and predictable returns on your capital investment. While somewhat more complex than […]

Conveyor systems and short-haul truck fleets remain the most popular and effective ways to move large amounts of bulk materials at many mining, construction, and processing operations. In this article, we take a close look at how choosing the solution for your construction, mining, or processing operation can help you control and lower costs over […]

Adhering to complex OSHA mining conveyor safety regulations can be an ongoing challenge. There are many moving parts and areas where accidents could occur. However, failure to comply poses serious legal, financial, and reputational risks. Adding key safety features to your conveyor systems can mitigate hazards and ensure your operations conform to regulatory rules. Read […]

The debate of whether to use a fleet of trucks or overland conveyors to move millions of tons of aggregate is not a new one.  On the one hand, supporters of trucks say they are much cheaper than custom conveyor systems. However, when considering total long-term expenses, the advantages of an overland conveyor system justify […]

If you’re a project manager or estimator planning a heavy construction project that requires transporting bulk materials, you’re likely already weighing the advantages of using fixed construction conveyors vs. trucking and hauling.  It’s a critical decision that depends on a range of factors from project logistics, the type of material being moved, and the distance […]

Stacker conveyors play a crucial role in streamlining bulk material handling processes across a wide range of industries. However, understanding the cost of a new stacker conveyor can be complex, given the myriad of factors that go into their design and manufacturing. Read on to learn more as we dissect the many elements that contribute […]

A mining conveyor—or any other conveyor used for moving rock, ore, or aggregate—represents a substantial investment. It needs to work hard, and stoppages for maintenance or repairs are expensive.  West River Conveyors engineers conveyor systems for the harsh environments they’ll be placed into, but there’s no avoiding wear and the need to replace mining conveyor […]

West River Conveyors will design, build, and install a customized radial stacker conveyor that meets your exact needs and specifications. Our systems are competitively priced and offer many readily available options that significantly reduce overall lead times. Design Options We offer many different radial stacker conveyor design options that will improve productivity, increase safety, and […]