Industry overview
Mining operations require tramp iron removal to reduce crusher and conveyor damage risk.
Common operating conditions
- Dust, heat and outdoor installation may apply
- Heavy material loads and large lump sizes require confirmation
- Remote mining sites may need spare parts planning
Typical tramp iron problems
Bolts, tools, teeth, wire and ferrous debris can damage conveyors, crushers and processing equipment.
Risks to crushers and conveyors
Unremoved tramp iron may cut belts, block transfer points, damage crusher liners, interrupt production and increase maintenance risk.
Recommended magnetic equipment
Suspended permanent magnets, self-cleaning overband separators, electromagnetic separators and magnetic pulleys may be reviewed.
Installation methods
Cross-belt and inline positions should be checked against transfer points, belt speed, burden depth, maintenance access and available structure.
Product selection factors
- Material type and maximum lump size
- Conveyor width, speed and layer depth
- Suspension height
- Manual or self-cleaning discharge
- Outdoor, dusty, humid or corrosive conditions
