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Ajax Equipment: Go with the Flow with a Multi-screw Feeder

From fine cohesive powders to shredded wastes, bulk solids can exhibit varied and awkward flow behaviours which can make the material challenging to handle. Multi-screw feeders can help secure a reliable and effective feed of these demanding materials from hoppers, silos and bunkers through positive…read more

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Latest Developments in Dust Control Technology

This paper (publ. 2016) initially summarises the various existing options available for dust control and some of their features, advantages and disadvantages. It then describes some of the new technologies that are being researched, developed and employed to minimise dust emissions by addressing the…read more

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Case Study

Reduce Conveyor Servicing Costs: Mexican Cement Manufacturer Addresses Conveyor Carryback

Spillage from a belt conveyor isn’t just a dirty mess, it’s also a source of safety and cost problems. Following find a solution deliverd to Mexican cement manufacturer. read more

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White Paper

Bulk Bag Discharging plus Pneumatic Conveying – Enhanced Handling Capacity Boosts Plastic Compounding Productivity

The recycling and reuse of plastic materials calls for the conversion of scraps into workable raw materials which involves the compounding and pelleting of the scrap materials. The process used by a Spanish manufacturer equires the addition of mineral powder prior to extruding. Replacing the formerl…read more

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If Crusher-Availability counts: Failure to adequately maintain Crushers comes at a high Price

Functioning crushers are of paramount interest for the production of many mines and quarries. The following article runs through maintenance tasks a user might take to prolong the service life of his crusher. read more

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Technical Article

Overcoming a Mines Embankment: IPCC-system with new Belt Conveying Concept for steep Opencast Minewalls

In order to allow for a continuous high capacity conveying system out of steep walled open pit mines Thyssenkrupp together with Contitech and Siemens developed the Chevron Megapipe conveyor with an up to 900 mm outer diameter. The pipe belt features highest tensile strength as well as a ribbed carry…read more

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Research Paper

Breakage of Powders in Lean-Phase Pneumatic Conveying: The Influence of Material Type

Lean-phase pneumatic conveying is utilised across a wide range of industrial processes. This conveying method offers a number of advantages such as process hygiene and routing flexibility, however, due to high impact velocities in the pipeline, particle attrition remains a considerable issue. This w…read more

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White Paper

Specifying a Bulk Bag Filler: The six most important Parameters to consider

As the number of options for bulk bag filling equipment options increases, so should the ability of the specifier to evaluate stand-alone equipment and integrated systems against current and anticipated needs. read more

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White Paper

More efficient Fertilizer Production: Reduced Product Penetration increases Productivity

Phosphorus is one of the most important macronutrients in fertilizers. To cater for the worlds growing demand for fertilizers, producers all over the world expand their production capacity and modernise their existing processing facilities to enhance the effectiveness of their processes, e.g. the de…read more

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Case Study

Belt Replacement at a Long Distance Pipe Conveyor: Belt Design, Installation and Power Measurement

When the Arch Western Coal Skyline Mine decided to replace the old belt of its long distance BC-8 pipe conveyor, a new belt had to be designed to be suitable to the existing routing. In addition, a special installation procedure had to be developed to minimise downtime during the belt installation a…read more

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'Lean' Sample Preparation: Saving Money with your own Sample Preparation

With a new and efficient system for sample preparation in the steel industry less material is needed to be sent out for external analysis providing a mayor saving in material costs. The mechanised preparation process results in more samples enabling a quality improvement in the actual production pro…read more

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Article Teaser - bsh2013 01 07 Walton teaser

Case Study

Toxic Dust Control – Bulk Bag Unloading System contains Toxic Dust in Fluoridation Plants

In water fluoridation plants different chemicals are used, including, for example, the highly toxic silicofluorid. Bulk material handling systems for this application have to meet high dust control requirements. Prominent Fluid Controls, Australia, has supplied more than 60 fluoridation systems…read more

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Article Teaser - bsh2013 01 05 Allen teaser

Case Study

Safe Silo Cleaning – The Whip kept Material flowing at Illinois Cement, USA

When the Eagle Materials Illinois Cement facility experienced a serious blockage in its 80000 ton storage silo, the company employed an innovative pneumatic cleaning technology that was remote controlled from outside the domed structure. read more

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Article Teaser - bsh2013 01 03 Barlmeyer teaser

Case Study

Pneumatic Conveying Solutions – Transport of Metal Particles by Means of Negative Pressure

Pneumatic conveying of punched metal parts using negative pressure is a real challenge. Johnson Controls is generally using negative pressure systems for conveying of punch waste in the production of lead-grids for starter batteries for automobiles. For a new production line of battery-grids the com…read more

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Article Teaser - bsh2013 01 01 Dossantos 01 teaser

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The Cost and Value of High Angle Conveying – A Comparison of Economics for different Conveying Paths

Sandwich belt high angle conveyor technology provides an economic solution for high volume steep and vertical conveying. A comparison of four alternate conveying paths shows of different heights shows the advantages of the system in terms of cost as well as land area and spatial volume. read more

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Article Teaser - bsh2012 07 06 Wheeler teaser

Research Paper

Prediction of Dust Emissions from Belt Conveyor Transfer Chutes

This paper presents work undertaken to model dust emissions from belt conveyor transfer chutes. Several transfer chute configurations were investigated during the course of the project with the aim of analysing the performance of each using scale model laboratory testing. The experimental work invol…read more

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Article Teaser - bsh2012 07 04 Matuszewski teaser

White Paper

Tubular Drag Conveying – A Cost-Effective and Energy Saving Alternative to Pneumatic Conveying

While pneumatic conveying has advantages in specific applications, a totally enclosed tubular drag conveyor can offer similar advantages, while also mitigating material degradation and separation, maintaining low energy consumption and reduced explosion risk. read more

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Article Teaser - bsh2012 07 05 Griffin 01 teaser

Case Study

Improved Material Transfers – Conveyor System Upgrade at Power Generation Station eliminates Spillage

One of Indiana’s largest power generators recently upgraded its bulk material handling system. The update of the facility’s longest conveyor reduced dust and spillage, contributing to greater plant safety, productivity and environmental responsibility. read more

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Article Teaser - bsh2012 07 01 Hock teaser

Case Study

Elevator Modernisation – New Technology increases Elevator Service Life at Lafarge Cement Plant

Lafarge's modernisation of the production facilities at its plant in the town of Wössingen, Germany, also included an existing belt bucket elevator. Thanks to a new technology, this elevator could be easily altered and his service life considerably be increased. read more

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Article Teaser - bsh2012 06 02 Lieberwirth 01 img

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New Challenges for Material Blending and Homogenising – Bed Blending Efficiency, adding Value with Stockyard Systems

The drive of end-users towards efficient raw-material sourcing leads to a growing number of often worldwide spread sources with varying material characteristics. Yet, new boilers, kilns or blast furnaces require a feed material quality of even increased consistency to achieve high process efficiency…read more

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Article Teaser - bsh2012 06 04 McGee teaser

Case Study

Coal Storage Flow Problems – Improving Flow in a 4000 tonnes Coal Bunker using Insert Technology

A special technique uses a multiple stage insert system to overcome bunker flow problems, creating a more favourable approach to existing outlets. The system has been used at Tata Steel Europe at a plant in the UK to overcome coal bunker flow problems. read more

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Article Teaser - bsh2012 05 07 Katterfeld teaser

Technical Article

Intelligent Garland – Conceptual Design and First Empirical Results

This article introduces a new concept for the energy-saving operation of belt-conveyors which presents possible further savings in addition to established methods such as controlling the belt speed or using energy-saving belts. As a starting point of this concept, the troughing angle is adjusted to …read more

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Technical Article

Intelligent Garland – Conceptual Design and First Empirical Results

This article introduces a new concept for the energy-saving operation of belt-conveyors which presents possible further savings in addition to established methods such as controlling the belt speed or using energy-saving belts. As a starting point of this concept, the troughing angle is adjusted to …read more

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