Material spills are wasteful and they create a cleanup problem, yet if your bulk material conveyor isn’t right for the job you’ll be dealing with them for a long time. Designing a successful system poses a host of challenges, from weight to repose angle. Here’s some advice on what to consider next time you need […]
read more »While inspecting or repairing conveyor idlers you might notice the roller surfaces have become shiny. This happens when there’s a slip between belt and roller and it’s a sign the rollers are misaligned. Even a small degree of misalignment increases belt load and leads to higher power consumption at the drive motor. It can also […]
read more »When properly set up, the right scrapers will extend the life of your conveyor belts while reducing maintenance and cleaning. Conversely, scrapers that are badly adjusted or not suited to the material being moved will wear the belt faster, limit the lifespan of your belts and leave the area around the conveyor dirtier than it […]
read more »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 […]
read more »Your thermostat and your doorbell are probably Smart, so why isn’t the same technology at work in your mining operations? “Smart” means equipping machines and devices with sensors and means of communicating, but that’s just the start. Data needs to be acted on, and Smart technology has a role to play there too. Deploying Smart […]
read more »Oakwood, VA West River Conveyors & Machinery Company, a leading manufacturer of conveyor equipment, today announced that Pete Savage has been named as President and Chief Executive Officer. Pete has been with West River Conveyors since late 2010 and has served in many roles within the organization. Pete has been instrumental in new product development […]
read more »Material handling operations come to a halt when a conveyor belt needs replacing. Even when scheduled, that’s expensive, but if the replacement was unplanned costs rise dramatically. The way to minimize this cost and disruption is to maximize conveyor belt lifespan. Taking good care of belts starts with how the system is designed and extends […]
read more »The belts that power your mining conveyor are the weakest link in your conveyor system. Despite recent advances in technology, and an estimated lifespan of anywhere from three to ten years, your belts still require ongoing maintenance. Weather, extreme temperatures, and abrasive materials can significantly shorten their lifespan and potentially cause a catastrophic failure. As […]
read more »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 […]
read more »The cost of an overland conveyor system is related to the distance it needs to cover, but only in part: there are other factors involved, too. Here we’ll explain what’s included in an overland conveyor package and how application characteristics influence cost. WHEN & WHY OVERLAND CONVEYORS ARE USED The purpose of an overland conveyor […]
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