Top 7 Safety Features Your Conveyor Should Have

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 […]

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The Advantages of Overland Conveyors vs. Mining Trucks

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 […]

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What’s the Cost of a Stacker Conveyor?

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 […]

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UNDERSTANDING AND EXTENDING THE LIFE OF YOUR CONVEYOR COMPONENTS

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 […]

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Custom Built Radial Stacker Design Options

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 […]

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5 Options for Transporting Aggregate or Bulk Materials Compared

When it comes to moving aggregate, automated conveyor systems offer significant advantages over fleet trucks and front-end loaders. Let’s break down the pros and cons of various options to meet your specific aggregate transport challenges. MOVING TARGET: BEST OPTIONS FOR AGGREGATE TRANSPORT A lot of factors go into choosing the best aggregate moving solution. From […]

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What Does a Radial Stacker Cost?

A well-designed radial stacker conveyor can bring efficiency and flexibility to your aggregate stockpiling process while reducing your material handling costs. Is it worth the investment? We take a closer look at radial stacker conveyor costs. ELEVATE YOUR GAME: WHY CHOOSE A RADIAL STACKER? Radial stacker conveyors offer an effective solution to a common stockpiling […]

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4 Types of Aggregate Conveyors

Using a conveyor to transport aggregate can save money and time, improve safety, and reduce environmental impact. However, the conveyor must be matched to the application and aggregate type. Here’s an overview of the four main types of aggregate conveyors, when to use them, and some advice on selection. UNDERSTAND THE MATERIAL “Aggregate” is a […]

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Using Remote Conveyor Monitoring to Eliminate Unplanned Downtime

How do you find a tear in a conveyor belt cover that might be several miles long? How do you detect problems with idler roller bearings before they seize? How do you discover a belt is tracking badly before it gets damaged and product is lost? Unless you’ve implemented remote conveyor monitoring technology, finding the […]

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WHAT DOES AN UNDERGROUND CONVEYOR SYSTEM COST?

While there are other ways of bringing material to the surface, nothing beats an underground conveyor. A custom-engineered conveyor system is fast, safe, and reliable. It doesn’t emit any fumes, can be installed in ways that leave passageways clear for workers and provides the lowest cost per ton moved. An underground conveyor is different from […]

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