Advanced Transfer Chutes
Mark Baller, Managing Director of Weba Chute Systems, explains how traditional chutes were once seen as basic components, designed simply to move material from one point to another. “Early chutes were often little more than boxes,” he says, “with minimal attention paid to the broader implications of their design, such as dust control or material […]
Minimising Spillage and Dust Creation
Optimising transfer points in materials handling applications is a strategic move that can significantly lower the total cost of ownership. This applies to both greenfield and brownfield installations, according to Mark Baller, CEO of Weba Chute Systems. He says investing in well-engineered transfer points is not just about improving individual processes but rather a holistic […]
Component Lifespan Predictions
In the face of declining commodity prices, the mining industry has increasingly prioritised cost saving measures, often leading to the suspension of capital expenditure (capex). While such strategies may yield short-term financial relief, the importance of implementing comprehensive maintenance programmes has never been more critical. One of the more complex aspects of mining operations maintenance […]
Performance with Scientific Precision
Mines are constantly seeking solutions that not only enhance operational effectiveness but also ensure environmental compliance and safety. Weba Chute Systems has emerged as a leader in this space, offering a scientifically-backed approach to measuring the performance improvements of their custom-engineered chute systems, ensuring customers can witness firsthand the reduction in total cost of ownership. […]
Thorough Project Planning for Efficient Chutes
With the promise that its customised transfer point solutions will always perform to expectations, Weba Chute Systems tackles its turnkey projects in a highly systematic and controlled manner. The company has successfully carried out more than 25 turnkey projects in the past decade, according to Weba Chute Systems project manager Ted Cruickshank, including contracts in […]
A Detailed Understanding of Chutes
Channeling the flow of mined material is among the most onerous tasks on any mine, and Weba Chute Systems designs and manufactures its solutions to withstand these demanding applications. The considerable wear on the components in a transfer point, however, requires constant monitoring and attention. The company has therefore developed a range of responses to […]
A Century of Natural Latex
It is now a full century that mines and industry have been relying on Linatex rubber products from Weir Minerals to protect equipment from abrasion, impact and corrosion. “The remarkable qualities of natural rubber in a range of demanding mining and processing applications have made Linatex integral to our customers’ success over the past 100 […]
Tracking Multiple Components
Transfer chute wear life measurement, an intricate process involving meticulous tracking of multiple components, is essential for enhancing uptime in materials handling applications, a direct contributor to operational efficiency.
Tackling Sticky Transfer Situations
Handling sticky material in mining and minerals processing plants can be a complex challenge. These materials can cause blockages, equipment wear and increased maintenance requirements, leading to reduced efficiency and increased operational costs. This is according to Alwin Nienaber, Technical Director at Weba Chute Systems, who says that designing transfer points to effectively handle sticky […]
From the Chairman’s Desk
The very popular and informative Chute Seminar is coming up at the end of May. This is a 3-day Seminar that includes lectures from Dusan Ilic of the University of Newcastle, Australia over the first two days and practical aspects addressed by Henk Brink on the third day. Candidates use their own laptops for the […]
