ABHR learns how Screenmasters Australia forged key partnerships to support the bulk handling sector.
Few industries have needs as diverse as the bulk handling sector. The industry encompasses everything from quarrying to mining, agricultural, chemical production, steel production and more.
To meet the needs of such a diverse sector, equipment distributors need to stock a wide range of adaptable technologies that can work across multiple industries.
Screenmasters Australia is a well-established distributor in the industry, proudly celebrating its 30th year in operation. Its hard work and efforts have paid dividends and have earned it a reputation as a reliable, trusted and solid partner for companies involved in all aspects of bulk materials handling.
Screenmasters Australia stands out with its extensive range of equipment from first-rate original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), such as Convir and H-Sensortechnik, offering both standard and bespoke solutions to the bulk handling sector.
ABHR looks at Screenmasters Australia’s offerings from these established international manufacturers and the benefits they offer operators and facilities.
World class telescopic conveyor
Convir designs cost-effective and highly reliable fixed and mobile conveying solutions for the bulk handling sector for capacities ranging from 100 to 3,000 mT/hr.
Based in the heart of Europe’s manufacturing zone and with almost 20 years of industry experience, Convir has designed, engineered, manufactured and delivered its conveying solutions into ports and terminals, quarries, recycling, agriculture, mining, food and many other sectors.
Through its valued partnership with Screenmasters Australia, Convir is offering its full range of conveying technologies, including the proven TBC range of Telescopic Conveyors, to the Australian market.
According to Convir, the TBC Conveyors reduce material degradation, particle size separation and fines compaction.
The Telescopic function of the conveyor allows for a far greater stockpile capacity when compared to a standard conveyor of the same footprint. The trapezoidal shape increased stockpile capacity, formed by the TBC, significantly reducing the need for multiple handling by loaders, dumpers and dozers.
The standard TBC range of conveyors has a capacity of up to 1,500t mT/ph and is available in standard widths ranging from 650mm to 1200mm. Drive and power options are available depending on the specific customer requirements, and Convir can offer bespoke solutions where the client’s application is non-standard.
The TBC units are user—and service-friendly for operators, and the Convir ASP (Automatic Stockpiling Program) is pre-installed on all standard machines.
Customers can opt for remote control access, belt covers, heavy-duty tracks, hydraulic drives, Hardox or polyurethane linings to suit different applications, various discharge chutes and galvanised structures.
Depending on power system requirements, they can also add a diesel generator or hybrid system.
The ‘ultimate’ optical belt weigher
Sensortechnik has designed and delivered, to the bulk handling sector, what it defines as “the ultimate management tool”.
The Sensortechnik Optical Belt Scanner (OBS) has proven to be one of the leading options for accurately, precisely, and consistently measuring a vast range of bulk materials on a conveyor, fixed or mobile.
Since entering the market, the OBS has revolutionised the way bulk material is monitored and measured.
With a proven global installed base far exceeding 10,000 units in more than 50 countries, it is clear OBS is one of the top performers when it comes to monitoring your production. As the old saying goes, “You can’t manage what you can’t measure”.
The OBS product was specifically designed to ensure that bulk handling companies achieved a new level of “real-time” accuracy, precision and efficiency coupled with GPS reporting innovation. The vast improvement in real time accurate material measurement ensures OBS users, operators and managers alike, can get the best efficient production out of their equipment which ultimately leads to improved results.
The OBS is a contact-free volumetric belt scanner suited for a range of industries from aggregates to waste and recycling, coal or food. It performs equally well on both Stationary and Mobile equipment, such as the Keestrack R6h Impactor.
The OBS units boast a volumetric measurement accuracy of 99.8 percent, far exceeding traditional mechanical belt weighers.
They are mounted onto the conveyor’s head drum, accurately scanning the conveyed material as it discharges the belt.
The OBS is not affected by weather, vibration, dust, or water and is highly compatible with both fixed and folding conveyors.
The OBS utilises the latest laser technology which enables the optical sensors to function without contacting the conveyor belt.
This ensures limited downtime, no wear and tear, minimal maintenance costs and uninterrupted material flow along the conveyor.
Users, operators and managers can view material flow in real-time via GPS.
This instant feedback enables for timely adjustments and optimisation built into the optical belt scanner to ensure seamless functionality in conjunction with existing automation and control systems. In addition to the highly accurate performance data gathered by the OBS, the unit increases the operator’s ability to identify upstream material production performance, ensuring the minimum downtime and associated wasted operational costs.
By utilising these metrics, businesses can create leaner, more responsive, and more productive bulk handling operations that are vastly improved compared to those using traditional mechanical weighing methods.
Screenmasters are exclusive Australian Distributors of Convir and Sensortechnick OBS Weighing Scales.With more than 30 years of Australian industry experience, the company is equipped to provide extensive support and services with staff and offices located nationwide.