Modern Mining January 2017

PRODUCT News

New conveyor belt cleaner fromMartin Engineering US-based Martin Engineering has produced a patented conveyor belt cleaner which – it says – will reduce the cost of ownership by cleaning better and lasting longer. A lower purchase price was also one of the primary goals in designing the Martin® QB1 Cleaner HD, achieved by adopting state-of-the-art roll forming equipment as part of Martin Engineering’s manufacturing capabilities. “Rather than fabricating the main frame from individual steel pro- files welded together, the frame for the new design is roll formed out of a single piece of steel, which produces an extremely strong and durable component,”explains Paul Harrison, Director of the Conveyor Products Business Group. “The process eliminates the time-consum- ing steps of having to weld any portion of the frame, which also contributes to the reduced purchase price.” Described as one of the most comprehensive patents the com- pany has ever been awarded, protection covers the main frame design, manufacturing process and attachment method. The new cleaner features Martin Engineering’s unique ‘CARP’ (Constant Angle Radial Pressure) technology to maintain the most efficient cleaning angle throughout service life, with a no-tool replacement process that can be performed safely by one person in less than five minutes. “We’ve simplified the manufacturing process and also re-engi- neered the blade itself,” Harrison continues. “The new profile is less complex to produce, and because it can be roll formed or manu- factured on a press brake, it will be easier to source throughout the world from any Martin Engineering manufacturing site.” The new design also features a special alignment system to facilitate extremely precise installation. “One of the most common problems we see in the field is primary cleaners installed in the wrong position,” says Senior Product Specialist Dave Mueller. “This cleaner was engineered for easy, accurate installation.” The QB1™ Cleaner HD can be retrofitted onto any existing Martin Engineering tensioners, as well as most competitive systems. In addition to its cost advantages, the design features a square mainframe positioned to shed dust and spillage. The urethane blade formulation can accommodate belt speeds of up to 4,6 m/s and ser- vice temperatures of -40° to 70°C. The product is available in lengths of 457 to 2 438 mm and can also be ordered in 3,05 m sections, allowing distributors or customers to cut to length for increased versatility. Martin Engineering, tel (+27 13) 656-5135, website: www.martin-eng.co.za

The new, patented design is claimed to deliver outstanding performance and a reduced cost of ownership.

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