Modern Mining Marchh 2017

PRODUCT News

Global wet processing industry leader CDE once again participated in CONEXPO-CON/ AGG (on 7-11 March 2017 in Las Vegas) where the company unveiled its latest CDE launches wash plant and screens at CONEXPO innovation, the CDE M5500 wash plant that can produce up to 550 tons per hour of washed materials on a single chassis. A selection of Infinity screens, the compa-

plants,”adds Christo Visagie, GM of the new division. BBE Automation is able to undertake a full range of projects from greenfield sites to plant extensions and upgrades. Project detail levels vary from concept through all design stages to implementation and com- missioning. Post implementation services include on-going support and training. As a business unit of the BBE Group, BBE Automation is able to offer the opti- mal solution using the best combination of available equipment, tailor-made to each client’s specific requirements. The division is a registered Systems Integrator for the majority of the internationally recognised control systems, and the team is fully up to date with the ever-changing technologies and programming protocols. Christo Visagie, BBE Automation, e-mail: cvisagie@bbe.co.za of particular interest to operators looking for sturdier andmore economical vibrating screens. Says Neil Mullan, Design Engineer at CDE: “The new weld-free Infinity screens can generate the same acceleration as conventional screens with less weight, resulting in a reduction in power con- sumption and in operational costs, which presents significant benefits to our clients’ operations.” According to CDE, its materials wash- ing equipment allows for more accurate material classification than traditional sand washing methods, higher quality washed sand, reduced costs of pond excavation, and reduced risks on site. The final product exits the plant ready for use, having been dewatered to 15 % moisture. CDE, website: www.cdeglobal.com

ny’s new development in screening technology, was also launched on the North American market. According to Kevin Vallelly, Head of Product Development at CDE, the M5500 combines feeding, screen- ing, washing and stockpiling onto one chassis, and packs an extra punch with unique features. These include its high capacity, a five- product capability and triple pass cyclone sand washing. Adapted to applications in both dry and wet screening situations across a wide range of materials, the new CDE Infinity technology will be

Factory shot of the CDE M5500 wash plant which can produce up to 550 tons per hour of washed materials on a single chassis.

BBE Group establishes automation division The BBE Group, which specialises in mine ventilation, refrigeration and energy opti- misation engineering, has established a new automation division to extend its ser- vices. BBE Automation primarily supports the Group’s consulting services and turnkey projects but also provides automation and electrical services to mining and process plants in all commodities.

the BBE competency, particularly under our Projects umbrella. BBE Automation division was a natural extension of our business and part of a growth strategy to develop an electrical and automation division, giving us focused expertise and greater capacity,” says Deon Nolan, Business Development Manager for the BBE Group. “Energy savings, smart control systems, cost-effective solutions that are the best available in the market, and automating plants in the Big Data and IoT (Internet of Things) era we live in are key services to our customers.” “The new division is a good fit with what we already offer in mine ventilation and refrigeration. Clients can expect the same excellent service from BBE but also extended to new areas of their mines or

Index to advertisers Allied Crane Hire 23 Aveng Mining 38 Babcock 26 Barloworld Equipment OFC Booyco Electronics 19 CDE Global Limited 49 Condra Cranes 2 DRA Projects IFC Dräger South Africa 28 Flexicon Africa 11 Launched in November 2016, BBE Automation comprises a team of experts skilled in medium and low voltage elec- trical systems, field instrumentation and equipment automation in mine ventila- tion, refrigeration and energy engineering. Other markets include mining process plants, water and waste water systems and the manufacturing industry. “Automation has always been part of

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