Modern Quarrying Q3 2021

After the sensors record the data, trained and experienced engineers review, study and interpret the results through the system’s database.

Douglas Lima, service manager at Haver & Boecker Niagara’s Canada operation.

seek another solution. A key aspect to safety is having equipment that runs at peak perfor- mance and knowing when and how to maintain it. The more time spent, fixing and maintaining the equipment height- ens the risk of injury. That is where real-time monitoring comes in handy. An advanced vibration analysis programme specifically monitors the health of vibrating screens. That real-time feedback ensures optimised screen performance and equipment durability. The hands-free system uses a wireless, industrial-grade tablet computer and eight tri-axial sensors to detect abnormalities the human eye cannot, such as a hairline crack in a side plate or an uneven or twisting motion. Even the slightest irregularities can result in diminished performance, decreased efficiency and safety risk for the operator. Out of harm’s way The programmes use wireless accel- erometers to detect any irregulari- ties, allowing operators to stand as far as 100 m out of harm’s way. Each sensor attaches to key places on a machine to send 24 channels of data to the tablet via Wi-Fi — illus- trating the machine’s orbit, accelera- tion, deviations and more. After the sensors record the data, trained and experienced engineers review, study and interpret the results through the system’s data- base. This provides the engineers and producer with a detailed report of any concerns that might diminish productivity or risk operator safety. If an irregularity is detected, the service team travels to complete on-site service, which keeps producers on top of preventative maintenance and ensures a safe operation that runs at maximum efficiency and lower

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Onsite diagnostics enhance aggregate operations through vibration analysis service programmes without having to transport the equipment into a shop

A key aspect to safety is having equipment that runs at peak performance and knowing when and how to maintain it

An advanced vibration analysis programme specifically monitors the health of vibrating screens

Real-time feedback ensures optimised screen performance and equipment durability

operation. Its hands-off approach offers aggregate producers a healthy operation, running at peak performance, which helps them efficiently meets deadlines and produce quality product for their customers. l

risk. Some vibration analysis systems store each machine’s historical data, which allows for quick comparison over time and easy troubleshooting. More and more often producers rely on diagnostics for safer work environments and a streamlined

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