Modern Mining February 2016

PRODUCT News

Entry-level vibration checker from BMG

BMG offers the full portfolio of SPM con- dition monitoring equipment, from basic hand held instruments to high level on- line systems. Included in this range is the entry-level VibChecker portable instrument, designed for reliable on-site vibration mea- surement and assessment. “ The VibChecker requires minimal operator training and supports BMG’s BearingChecker which is used to accurately assess the condition of rolling element bear- ings during operation in equipment such as motors, fans, pumps and gearboxes,” says Carlo Beukes, GM: Drives Belts & Ironware divisions, BMG – Bearing Man Group. “The VibChecker gives early warning signs of developing machine problems in order to prevent premature replacement of machine parts. Vibration monitoring is the most widely used preventative maintenance technique for the accurate assessment of the condition of machinery elements – like pump rotors, fan impellors, gearbox gears and housing mountings. “Both these instruments are instantly usable and require little training for efficient operation.” The lightweight user-friendly VibChecker has an ergonomic design, an easy button operation and user-friendly interface. It is Reliable fall protection systems are impera- tive when working at height, as they provide workers with the confidence to complete challenging tasks without limitations. The latest additions to the MSA Africa range are the Workman Rescuer and the Workman Mini Personal Fall Limiter (PFL). MSA Africa Customer Call Centre Manager Bernice Mackay says that MSA launched the Workman Rescuer and the Workman Mini Personal Fall Limiter (PFL) solutions after listening to customer needs. The Workman Rescuer provides fast and easy fall protection with integral bi-direc- tional retrieval capability.“Not only does the Workman Rescuer arrest the fall, its retrieval capability allows the fallen worker to ascend or descend to a safe location,” says Mackay. This durable, economical addition to the Workman series of products offers fast installation and setup. The Workman Rescuer is also a stand-alone retractable

HOISTING SOLUTIONS Winder Controls is a leader in the mechanical, electrical and hydraulic design, manufacture and installa- tion of mine winders and related equipment. Our designs comply with the latest international safety and reliability standards including SIL assessments where applicable. Our services include relocations, refur- bishment and upgrades, as well as full aftersales and maintenance support. In addition we offer a range of special products including steel wire rope handling equipment, Three Chamber Energy recovery systems and Nuclear Waste Disposal Technology.

The entry-level VibChecker portable instrument, designed for reliable on-site vibration measure- ment and assessment. designed for simple vibration checks and with built in FFT (Fast Fourier Transform) capabilities, it is also an efficient device for troubleshooting. Periodic vibration checks are easily done and reliable and accurate vibration informa- tion is delivered in seconds. Readings are immediately and automatically evaluated according to established ISO standards. Accessories include a comfort grip pro- tective sleeve and a small portable MEMS transducer with magnetic foot, convenient

for measurement in narrow spaces. BMG – Bearing Man Group, tel (+27 31) 576-6300

New fall protection solutions launched device, as the carrying handle can be used as an anchorage attachment.

The Workman Rescuer can be used for two applications – as a component of a confined space system and as a standard self-retracting lanyard. It has a maximum arresting force of 6 kN and a user capacity of 140 kg. Turning to the Mini PFL, Mackay says this is the most versatile, compact and self- retracting device on the market. “It boasts an internal fast-acting pawl lock mechanism, which provides many lower level tie-off points for a wide range of applications.” The Mini PFL is available in both single and twin leg, tie-back and non-tie-back configurations. “With a user capacity of up to 140 kg, and the option of replacing standard 1,8 m shock-absorbing lanyards, the Mini PFL is ideal for all types of work-at- height tasks,”Mackay concludes. MSA Africa, tel (+27 11) 610-2637

Tel: +27 (0)11 383 9300 www.winder.co.za

Fax: +27 (0)11 383 9305 email: winder@winder.co.za

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