Modern Quarrying Q3 2018

SUPPLY CHAIN NEWS – CRUSHING AND SCREENING

Promoting accredited training to grow industry talent

offered by original equipment manufac- turers which, while useful from an oper- ational perspective, has no professional standing. Within the structure in which we now operate, success- ful participants receive National Qualifications Framework credits which can contribute towards a

Crushing and screening specialist, Pilot Crushtec International, and respected training provider, Opsmin Training Services South Africa, have announced a partnership that will add a new and professional dimension to the industry through the provision of accredited training. The training, provided by Opsmin Training Services, is officially rec- ognised by the Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) – a tripartite statutory body established by the Mine Health and Safety Act of 1996. Opsmin is an accredited skills development pro- vider supplying training in crushing, screening and occupational health and safety activities, both for opera- tors and supervisory staff. By virtue of its acceptance by the MQA, the new course gives industry employees the opportunity to gain official acknowledgement for their knowledge and skills. “Training has in the past been

Opsmin director, Alan Fletcher, leading a training session.

of crushing and screening within the South African context. Announcing the new development, Pilot Crushtec International CEO Sandro Scherf says this fits perfectly with the company’s commitment to placing customer needs first. “This forms part of our policy to continually adapt and evolve to place customers’ needs first – beginning with a superior sales experience and continuing with legendary after sales support,” he says. l While it’s readily portable format makes it particularly suitable for green- field applications, contractor use and temporary planning permission sites, operators more used to static instal- lations will still appreciate the small footprint and minimal site preparations required. The AggWash incorporates two 4,9 m x 1,5 m (16’ x 5’) triple deck Terex Cedarapids LJ-TS Series horizontal screens, incorporating a triple shaft vibrator mechanism that provides high G force along with efficient oval motion. The compact installation height of horizontal screens compared to conventional inclined circular motion screens is conducive to the condensed working envelope of the AggWash 300. In addition TWS showcased its new water management offering, AquaClear, enabling it to offer end-to-end solutions for washing and water management from a single supplier. The range includes clarifying tanks, flocculent dosing sys- tems, filter presses and all associated equipment. l

national diploma or possibly a bach- elor’s degree,” says Opsmin director, Alan Fletcher. Courses offered are flexible and based on the needs and operational pressures of companies and their employees, with practical aspects tailored to suit operators of Metso crushing and screening equip- ment marketed by Pilot Crushtec International. Generic content, however, teaches the basic theory

New washing tech from TWS

TWS showcased a range of new washing solutions at Hillhead 2018.

offer solutions that serve their needs,” says TWS Director, Oliver Donnelly. The AggWash was designed to address higher production requirements for recy- cling customers and quarry owners, par- ticularly in the construction, demolition and excavation waste recycling market. The high performance solution brings together rinsing, screening, scrubbing and sand washing capabilities on a single plant.

At this year’s Hillhead Show, Terex Washing Systems (TWS) showcased its AggWash 300, a screening, scrubbing, sizing and sand recovery for recyclable aggregates, all on one modular chassis, and Terex AquaClear, the first water management treatment system from Terex. “Terex Washing Systems is focused on bringing to market products that deliver value to our customers and

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