SpillDoktor debuts liquid storage solutions

SpillDoktor has unveiled its F4 flood bund liquid containers.

Designed as a retrofit solution, the F4 bund system is an alternative to concrete kerbing or bricks.

It is sealed to the floor with a chemical safe sealant, and secured with masonry anchors.

The bund is available in two standard profiles, one of which is a ramped profile for forklift access.

The two profiles can be combined to make an effective compound, and can be installed to create several adjoining compounds for incompatible liquids.

Available in standard lengths and complete with installation accessories and instructions, this product packs well for economical shipping to remote locations.

Smartmine

Devex’s flagship solution is called SmartMine and is used for mine operation control and optimisation for effective Mine Production Chain.

It promotes quality control, freight-use optimization, maintenance control, telemetry, RMS, Proximity Alert, HPGPS and Optimisation among other benefits, generating a reliable and measurable database.

Among the companies in which the SmartMine has promoted operational gains are Vale, CSN, Kinross, Mineração Rio do Norte, V&M and AngloGold Ashanti.

Devex’s SmartMine Suite is the toolkit that allows your mine to be run at maximum operational performance.

It is designed by a multidisciplinary team with years of field experience and knowledge in areas ranging from operations and maintenance to control rooms, aside from on-the-job experience in the mining environment and with mine operational performance optimisation.

 This is how the SmartMine Advanced Suite gives you control over mine operation: 

 

Maps, mining plans, quality plans and other vital pieces of information entered into the SmartMine Advanced Suite grant you control over your entire operation. Ongoing 24×7 monitoring is achieved as each vehicle is equipped with onboard computers with GPS capability, sensors and communication devices.

 

 

LDT461VMT 46″Infrared Touch Screen

Product Benefits

    * Robust and reliable with a 3 year industrial warranty
    * Easy Plug and Play setup with Windows operating systems from XP onwards.
    * Multi touch
    * Vandal resistant, impact resistant, scratch resistant, poke resistant glass.
    * Front panel sealed to IP54
    * No calibration required
    * Easy cleaning glass.
    * Leading range for the mining industry.

TouchScreen Solutions is a leading supplier to the mining industry, and is Australia’s leading distributor of touch screen technology to industry. We specialise in sourcing the most suitable touch screen technology for our clients requirements.

TouchScreen Solutions supplies to all of Australia’s largest miners, and across the sector. References can be supplied on request.

Aury Australia supplies screens to quarries

While Aury has been seen as catering predominately to the coal industry in Australia for materials solutions, it has now changed tack.
With the recent commissioning of a AHS2248 horizontal vibrating screen at CCS Clutha Creek Quarry, it has now entered the quarrying market.
Located in Tamborine Village, Queensland, the sand quarry is part of the Kennedy Group and one of seven large sand plants and quarries owned by the company in Southeast Queensland.
The recently installed horizontal vibrating screen is the largest in the plant and is located at the top of the plant tower.
The AHS2448 improved the screening and handling of the sand, allowing greater throughput, better separation of material while reducing the load on plant crushers.
Aury also supplied the Weide screening systems panels, which were installed on the vibrating screen.
 

Vanton releases solar powered pumps

Vanton Pump and Equipment Corp. has released the Flex-I-Liner model 12, a solar powered pumping system.

The non-metallic, peristaltic pump is designed for corrosion free transfer of caustic and acidic treatment chemicals from storage tanks to water and wastewater containment facilities in remote locations.

The pump utilises a rotor mounted on an eccentric shaft to push fluid trapped between a flexible liner and a solid plastic body blok.

The self-priming design has no seals to leak or valves to clog and can run dry without damage.

The rigid body block is moulded of solid polypropylene, UHMW polyethylene or PTFE, and the flexible liner of natural rubber, neoprene, Hypalon, Viton or Nordel, eliminating corrosion associated with pumps constructed of stainless steel and high alloys, and wicking and delamination associated with fibreglass and plastic-lined metals, according to the company.

Suitable for flows to 7.6 lpm and pressures to 1.72 bar at temperatures to 85°C, the pump is designed to meter a fixed volume of liquid over user-programmed time intervals. A throttling valve on the suction line to the pump allows flow rate adjustment.

A 0.04 kw photo-voltaic solar panel charges a 12 VDC deep cell battery that can power the pump’s 0.12 kw DC motor on a single charge for three hours continuously, or cumulatively over several days of intermittent operation during which the pump is started and stopped manually, or automatically according to user-programmed dosing schedules.

The self-contained system measures 813 mm L x 610 mm D x 381 mm H, weighs 102 kg and is available mounted on castors.

Fresco releases bulk bag fillers

Fresco has added a new low-cost bulk bag filler option to its high accuracy, high volume range of bulk bag fillers.
The new bulk bag filler has been designed to be located below a blender or sifter and receive the contents of the entire batch for internal plant storage or movement to a packing line.
The bag is reportedly portable allowing it to be used under multiple feed points. 
The bulk bag strap hooks are height adjustable and will support bags weighing up to 2000kg while filling is in progress. 
The base of the bulk bag elongates allowing for settlement of the contents once the bulk bag is positioned on a pallet.
The inlet spout of the bulk bag or liner is attached to Fresco’s unique single actuated spout filling head provides a secure dust tight seal.
It is offered as an option the Fresco bag inflator inflates the bulk bag prior to filling, removing creases and folds which could cause irregular filling of the bag making it unstable. 
Various standards of finish are available including full stainless steel or alternatively stainless steel contact parts only. 
 

Spray Nozzle Engineering distributes compressor silencers

Spray Nozzle Engineering has released safety silencers that lower air compressor noise without lowering compressed air pressure.

The safety silencers are designed to handle sensitive systems with large flows that require minimal flow restriction.

Compact in size, they provide effective noise suppression and feature a built in warning indicator that alerts operators to any increase in backpressure within the system.

It silences the compressor first by filtering the air through a fine mesh grid which reduces turbulence, after which it enters into a diffusion chamber that raises the frequency of the sound (a higher frequency accelerates silencing) and distributes the air stream evenly across the octagonal outer filter; this octagonal filter then slows the speed of the air, lowering the sound level without excessive pressure drop.

The safety silencers are suitable for continuous flow applications and use a central silencer for several pneumatic valves.

The octagonal filter material can also separate out oil mist from within the compressed air system, after which the oil can be drained off through the bottom of the silencer.

They are available in two sizes; 1” BSP (SIS-10/ noise reduction of 42dB) and 2” BSP (SIS-20/ noise reduction of 41dB).

Manitou releases telescopic handler clamps

Manitou Australia has released a series of clamp attachments for its Maniscopic range of telescopic handlers.
According to the company, the clamp attachments are a considerably safer alternative to a hook and sling for handling long slender loads.
They are available with or without a rotator, which can allow an item to be picked up horizontally, rotated and then placed vertically.
The design of the top and bottom jaws of the clamp can be varied to suit the load being handled.
In the case of the drill rod clamp currently in use, flat bottom forks allow multiple rods to be picked up from a rack at the same time (subject to Safe Working Load), while the telescopic posts on which the top arms pivot allow the separation between the top and bottom arms to be varied to suit different diameters of rod.
Pipes up to 1,626 mm (64“) in diameter and 12.1m (40’) can be handled, in weights up to 5 tonnes.
Other applications such as handling small steel piles, light poles, power poles and the like are also feasible.
 

B&W Mechanical Handling install dust reducing hoppers

B&W Mechanical Handling have installed the first of its new dust reducing mobile Eco Hoppers.

Designed for dusty bulk materials such as coal and cement, the 7.5 model Eco Hopper can carry out virtually dust free unloading of bulk materials.

It has a working volume of 70 cubic metres and is capable of discharging at rates of up to 635 tonnes per hour.

According to the company the hopper contains 60% more filtration media surface area than its competitors.
The filter configuration is complemented by B&W’s flex flaps system at the hopper mouth which eliminates dust releases at the point of grab discharge.

To ensure dust free operation, it features a telescopic loading chute with powered raise and lower functions with manual control, allowing operators to precisely manage the position of the spout.

The mobile hopper is built from steel and fitted with a robust wheel and towing system comprising of aircraft rubber tyres, one rigid axle and one steering axle including a demountable Ackermann steering system designed to operate with a suitable towing tractor or loading shovel.

Sperian unveils safer welding equipment

Sperian Protection has launched the Optrel e1100 Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR).

Replacing the previous OS100, this latest model comes with a high impact welding helmet – the Optrel e680.

The respirator provides protection against UV-IR radiation, flying particles, metal fumes and dust commonly emitted during welding and associated processes.

It features a newly designed face seal made from flexible textiles for longer wearing comfort and increased protection due to its improved sealing capabilities.

To keep welders cool in the extreme heat, the Optrel e1100 is equipped with a powerful blower which delivers air to the welding helmet at flow rates of 170lpm, while a shorter air duct on the helmet increases mobility.

An air duct coupling allows both the blower and air hose to be easily removed.

Built with lithium ionic battery technology, the e1100 is lightweight with a long working life.

Additional features include dual alarms to alert the wearer of blocked or missing filters and low batteries; an ergonomic fabric belt for lumbar support; and a switch on the helmet which allows the user to direct the flow or air to both the forehead and mouth, or just the mouth.

CAA launches Ion Air Knives

Compressed Air Australia has released Exair’s Long Super Ion Air Knives which neutralise static electricity while blowing away dust.

The wide laminar airstream full of static eliminating ions is effective at high speeds and provides superior cleaning up to 6.1 metres away. 

The Long Super Ion Air Knife uses only a minimal amount of compressed air at 5 PSIG to entrain high volumes of surrounding room air. 

An electrically powered static control bar fills the uniform sheet of air with a high concentration of positive and negative ions. 

The laminar airstream increases the surface exposure to the ions, making it effective for high speed processes and over long distances. 

Containing no moving parts, the air knives are available lengths of in 1524mm, 1829mm, 2134mm and 2438mm.

A factory installed plumbing kit is also available that makes it easy to connect Long Super Ion Air Knives to a plant’s existing compressed air system.

SSP Pumps releases rotary lobe pumps

SSP Pumps have launched the Series A Rotary lobe pump for mining applications.

Manufactured from stainless, the pumps can handle low and high viscosity pumped media and designed to deal with delicate media, froths, gels, emulsions and sludges – including pumped media with suspended solids, fibrous matter and sludges with grit included.

Standard port sizes up to 300 mm Dia, Flow Rates up to 680 m3/Hr, and differential pressures up to 10 Bar, make this range of pumps suitable for heavy duty pumping.

The positive displacement of the Series ‘A’ pump range is provided by non-contacting, contra rotating tri-lobe rotors within a fully swept pump chamber, capable of bi-rotational flow without modification.

During pumping, the rotors do not touch each other or the pump casing, reducing wear when pumping abrasive media.

SSP Pumps are available through Matrix Process Solutions.

Super Seal Total prevents leaks

Cliplight Manufacturing Company has released Super Seal Total, a preventative maintenance system designed for HVAC/R systems to lower energy costs and reduce carbon footprint.  

Super Seal Total combines three products, Dry R, Super Seal and a ultra-violet tracer dye, to prevent the formation of refrigerant leaks, which drain energy and pollute the environment.  

It is a low viscosity, particle-free liquid formulated to circulate with the oil and refrigerant throughout the system until it encounters a leak.  

According to GO Distribution, Super Seal Total can help avoid expensive overhauls or replacement of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems (HVAC/R) used in factories and industrial and processing plants.  

Super Seal Total is suitable for existing micro leak repairs and larger leak detection simultaneously.   
 

Radar sensors for vehicle detection

MICROMAX has announced the Banner R-GAGE QT50R adjustable-field and retroreflective radar sensors for detecting vehicles.

The adjustable-field and retroreflective models allow the R-GAGE QT50R to solve more diverse and complex vehicle detection applications, effectively detecting trains, cars, trucks and cargo alike.

The QT50R uses Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW) radar to provide reliable detection of moving or stationary objects in areas where photoelectric, ultrasonic and magnetic sensors fail to perform.

According to Micromax, magnetic sensors may be affected by the electric current of trains, while ultrasonic sensors are susceptible to the interference caused by the wind of passing trains. Optical sensors are vulnerable to accumulating dirt and dust.

The QT50R adjustable-field radar sensor emits a well-defined beam of high-frequency radio waves from an internal antenna, which processes the signal reflected back to the receiving antenna.

The retroreflective model complements the adjustable-field model by effectively sensing stationary targets with poor or no radar reflection through the use of a reference signal, or retro-target.

Emitting the same high-frequency waves as the adjustable-field model, the QT50R retroreflective radar sensor delivers a narrow effective sensing beam and ignores objects in the background beyond the retroreflective target.

Cat Pumps releases 1541 triplex design pump

CAT Pumps has released the model 1541 pump for harsh and aggressive liquids such as sea water, crude oil, wastewater, DI water and chemicals.

The 1541 pump has a triplex design and is constructed with heavy-duty, 316 cast stainless steel head and valves.

According to Cat Pumps, the triplex design is energy efficient and allows smooth, low-pulsation performance, and stacked valve design facilitates servicing.

The pump is rated at 18 gpm at 1,100 rpm with pressure up to 1,200 psi. It can be used in portable or stationary installations.

This new pump is available with matching system control valves or as a custom pumping system designed to specifications.

Tyre Watch OTR Gen-II onboard Tyre Monitoring System

Bearcat Tyres has released the new TYRE WATCH OTR GEN-II TPMS units with more functions.
Tyre Watch is a valuable tool to monitor tyres in real time and ensure tyres are being managed properly while in service.

Simply fitted to each valve, a sensor collects information which is transfered to a dash mounted display. The opperator can check various tyre related information.

The new GEN II model allows the opperator to set various parameters for monitoring. If these parameters are broken a trigger sounds an alarm; which can be set to various sounds and lengths.
The information is also downloadable via a USB linkup.
The Tyre Watch Gen-II TPMS from Bearcat Tyres provides added safety and responsibility for better tyre management.The TPMS tyre sensors and onboard display assists tyre management by providing real-time tyre data downloading and onboard warnings.

Mininises the risk of complete tyre destruction.
Operator responsibility insurance.
Vital downloading of tyres in service.
Great for hire or high demand loaders or dump trucks.

Full- and real-time monitoring

  • High pressure Alarm
  • Low pressure Alarm
  • High temperature Alarm
  • Quick leaking Alarm
  • Transmitter trouble Alarm
  • Memory Capability (history pressure download)
  • Independence ID code against frequency distribution
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Additional functions of TyreWatch TMPS OTR Generation II:

History data recording:

  • Pressure record for every 15 minutes
  • Supporting 90 days history pressure recording
  • Alarm setting
  • Level 1 alarm. Manual setting, 0-15% pressure change
  • Level 2 alarm. Compulsive, 25% pressure change
  • Alarm sound setting

Auto model. Stop alarm sound by press ‘Setting’ button, only displays flashing light
Manual model. 1-10 minute(s) periodic alarm
 

Hitachi launches Bell dump trucks

Hitachi has announced a change to its distribution of articulated dump trucks.
From January 2011, the Hitachi branding of the trucks will change to Bell, the original manufacturer of the trucks.
This rebrand to Bell improves machine and parts available by allowing direct access to manufacturer stock.
Hitachi national product manager Gregg MacKenzie said “this change from Hitachi to Bell provides improvements in supply chain efficiency and aligns our sales of articulated dump trucks with the global distribution of the Bell brand.”
The dump trucks are essentially the same product, with the only difference being the decals and colour.
Features, specifications and capabilities are identical between the brands.
The national parts and service network for both Hitachi and Bell articulated dump trucks remains unaffected by the branding change.
 

LPKF launches prototyping system

 With the new ProtoMat line LPKF continues its innovation in circuit board prototyping equipment. Over the past few years the German company introduced the ProtoLaser S for structuring circuit boards by laser. It also released a series of simple SMT Prototyping equipment for occasional use or training purposes

With the latest release, the ProtoMat S-series circuit board plotters were thoroughly reengineered. The new units have a new acoustic cabinet which reduces noise emissions while increasing safety.

The new line has three models each with different performance and features. The ProtoMat S43 is the entry-level version with a 40,000 rpm spindle motor, and is suitable for most structuring jobs, drilling and depaneling circuit boards.

The S63 is an all-rounder machine which masters 2.5D material processing and features a spindle speed of 60,000 rpm. It is suitable for drilling test adapters or housing production. The dispenser function of the S63 is a new feature. It applies soldering paste to the circuit board with absolute precision. The unit also includes a fiducial camera, a 15 position automatic tool change and automatic milling width adjustment.

The top-of-the-line ProtoMat S103 features a standard 100,000 rpm spindle, a vacuum table and pneumatic milling depth limiter. This allows the unit to mill and drill delicate materials with precision.

The vacuum table securely mounts substrates on the plotter, so the unit can gently cut irregularly shaped, flexible circuit boards from large panels.

Aside from the new S-Series ProtoMats, LPKF is introducing a low priced entry-level model. The ProtoMat E33 features a 30,000 rpm spindle and doesn’t take up much more than a DIN-A3-sheet size (16.5” x 11.7”). The system is able to structure, drill and route circuit boards. 

Caterpillar launches new motor graders

Caterpillar has released its M Series 2 Motor Graders.

The new 140M2 and 160M2, as well as its all wheel drive (AWD) relatives, the 140M2 AWD and 160M2 AWD are equipped with clean burning, fuel efficient engines which meet Tier 4 emissions standards.

Designed for a broad range of tasks, including heavy blade work, road maintenance, ripping and precision finishing applications, the M Series 2 all use the Cat C9.3 ACERT engine with Variable Horse Power.

The 140M@ and 160M2 have ranges of 144kW to 181kW and 159kW to 196kW respectively.

Net power ratings for the AWD versions are between 151kW to 181kW for the 140M2 AWD and 166kW to 196kW for the 160M2 AWD.

The graders also significantly reduce emissions using the Cat NOx-Reduction System, which captures and cools a small volume of exhaust gas, then returns the cooled gas to the combustion chamber to reduce nitrogen-oxide emissions.

It also includes an aftertreatment unit which features a diesel oxidisation catalyst (DOC), a diesel particulate filter (DPF) and the Cat regeneration system (CRS).

These motor graders feature the Cat control system, which uses electronic joysticks to provide precise control of the machine and results in nearly 80 per cent fewer hand and wrists movement compared to conventional motor grader control.

The M Series 2 also come with selectable blade lift speed modes which allow for more exact control to match lift response to the job.

Beginning mid-2011, the M Series 2 models will offer the new Cat Grade Control Cross Slope system. 
Cat Grade Control is a complete machine control and guidance system which integrates traditional grade control with standard machine components at the factory. 

This optional factory-installed and calibrated cross slope system provides automatic cross slope control capability, ready to operate from the moment it leaves the factory. 

In addition to Cat Cross Slope, the M Series 2 motor graders will also continue to offer the AccuGrade Ready Option which provides all the mounting hardware, controls and harnesses for easy installation of all AccuGrade kits.

Operators can closely match machine ground speed to the operating situation with the 8F/6R direct-drive powershift transmission, which uses the Cat Electronic Clutch Pressure Control system to modulate gear changes and Controlled Throttle Shifting for smooth directional changes without the inching pedal.

Programmable Autoshift lets the operator match shift parameters to the application.

A manually controlled differential lock improves traction in adverse ground conditions.

When engaged, an automatic system locks and unlocks the differential as required to optimize traction while protecting the tandem chains and differential from possible damage.

Multi-disc brakes at each tandem wheel provide large braking surfaces for sure stops and long brake life.

The new models are equipped with an advanced electro-hydraulic system for implement control, featuring an independent oil supply to prevent contamination from other systems and to assure proper cooling for extended component life.

The load-sensing hydraulic system delivers consistent, predictable cylinder response and provides balanced flow, allowing implements to be used simultaneously with minimal effect on implement and engine speeds.

The M Series 2 front frame uses continuous top- and bottom-plate construction for exceptional strength, and the rear frame features a robust box-section hitch design, cast axle mounting and integrated rear bumper for durability in the harshest applications, such as ripping.

The massive, one-piece, forged-steel circle is built to absorb high stress loads, and the circle-drive slip clutch reduces the potential for damage from horizontal shock loads. 

Six circle shoes keep the circle tighter, longer, to assure maximum control in finish-grading applications.

The A-frame-type drawbar, using a tubular design for high strength and optimum durability, features a replaceable ball, removable shims (to compensate for wear) and top-adjust wear inserts.

The optimally shaped moldboard and large throat clearance keep material moving easily, resulting in less horsepower draw.

The moldboard side-shift system uses a well-protected cylinder mounted to the left to avoid snow-wing interference.

A shim-less moldboard-retention system maintains blade adjustment over extended operating intervals for precise control.

Renz Australia releases mine safe packagers

Renz Australia has launched the HSM Profipack, for moving equipment and parts safely around minesites.

The HSM Profipack instantly converts any cardboard waste into free, sturdy packaging material.

It transforms excess cardboard into an interlaced weave pattern that provides padding and packaging material to protect mining equipment and tools in transit.

Highly flexible and non-slip, the packaging is easy to manipulate, and bend and roll around materials.

It is designed using hardened cutting rollers made from a single piece of metal, which are resistant to damage from paper clips and other soft metal items.

The perforating rollers and bearing plates guarantee reliable padding without bending, twisting or catching the cutting unit.

Its sturdy sheet metal housing ensures the compact and portable unit can withstand the harsh mining environment.