The conveyor specialists at TUNRA Bulk Solids along with the Centre for Bulk Solids and Particulate Technologies (University of Newcastle) have put together a new course.
This course will focus on one of the key pieces of equipment in the materials handling industry and cover fundamental conveyor design through to the latest industry developments and innovations.
Delegates will have the opportunity to work on problems and engage with researchers and leading industry experts.
“We are seeing a critical demand for targeted training that addresses conveyors specifically. We have been working more closely with component manufacturers and end-users who have an interest in conveyors, and in visiting and talking to them, we have found there is a lot of interest in training that focuses specifically on conveyors,” Dr Priscilla Freire, business development manager for TUNRA Bulk Solids said.
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The course will be aimed at engineers, designers and managers who work with conveyor design and maintenance, with the course content covering an introduction to specialised conveyors including both open and closed systems, testing requirements, an understanding of bulk material properties and their influence on conveyor design, key factors in conveyor layouts, selection of components (belts, idlers, pulleys, drive systems, skirting, cleaners and scrapers).
“As new components are introduced and material handling challenges grow, particularly in the context of decarbonisation, it’s essential for industry to stay up to date with the latest research and innovations. At TUNRA, we work closely with component manufacturers, designers, and end-users, and these collaborations have made it clear that more focused education is needed,” Dr Peter Robinson from the Centre for Bulk Solids and Particulate Technologies said.
Conveyor dynamics and performance will also be discussed, as well as some considerations on transfer chute and feeder design. Lastly, the latest research in conveyor developments and troubleshooting will complement the technical knowledge presented throughout the four days.
“We have received overwhelming support from industry, with companies enrolling multiple delegates at a time, and other companies already enquiring about in-house training for larger groups. Spots are limited to promote better engagement amongst the participants and presenters, so for any companies interested in sending people we recommend they register soon,” Danielle Harris course coordinator said.
TUNRA will be welcoming its first cohort in October 2025. This first edition will take place face-to-face in TUNRA’s headquarters in Newcastle, but an extensive list of Expressions of Interest also includes several companies from overseas, and consideration will be given to future online training.
“Conveyor systems are key to smooth bulk material handling, creating a growing need for focused training. The upcoming course meets this need with a practical, in-depth look at modern design principles. Based on real industry challenges, it bridges the gap between theory and on-site application, covering everything from selecting the right components to making sure the system runs efficiently as a whole,” Dr Jayne O’Shea, operations manager at TUNRA Bulk Solids said.
Course details:
When: October 27 till October 30, 2025
Where: TUNRA Bulk Solids’ headquarters located at the Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources (NIER) – 70 Vale Street, Shortland NSW – Australia 2307
Contact: danielle.harris@newcastle.edu.au / enquiries@bulksolids.com.au