In the Mining Industry, our Industrial Metal Detectors and Specialty Metal Detection Equipment detect tramp metal contamination to protect crushers, belts and other downstream equipment. The metal that needs detection varies widely based on the specifics of the equipment being protected. For example, a cone crusher with a 1” gap can pass ½” metal without causing a problem. But a 1.25” piece of metal will likely cause some damage. In underground mining, roof bolts can mix in with the product and spear and tear belts at transfer points.
Firstly, clients should consider the types of metal that commonly contaminate material. Manufacturers typically use high manganese steel to make digger teeth for front end loaders, and wear plates from crushers. Because a magnet cannot life high manganese steel, it is more difficult to detect than other forms of mild steel. Gathering data like the frequency of tramp metal contamination (number of pcs per day/week/month) the type of metal, and the shape of metal can all help to define the problem. When you consider lost production time, a Tectron Metal Detector typically achieves ROI after it stops the first piece of tramp metal.
Conveyor System Metal Detection Equipment – Model 100
When installed on a conveyor system, the Tectron® model 100 detects potentially damaging metal objects. This helps protect downstream mining equipment.
Conveyor Belt Metal Detection System- Model 50
The Tectron® Model 50 is designed for installation on conveyor belts carrying coal, minerals, aggregates, and other bulk materials related to mining.
Metal Detector DMD 25
The Tectron® Model DMD 25 is the most sensitive metal detector on the market for installation on conveyor belts carrying coal and minerals. Along with aggregates, and other bulk materials related to the mining industry.
Flat Pack Metal Detector 50
This unit is a single antenna that is mounted underneath a conveyor belt. This unit works best in applications that require nothing above the conveyor belt, specifically when the material being conveyed is oddly shaped or of varying height and when the metal is lying on or close to the belt.
Specialty Metal Detector 8050
Specifically designed for iron ore in the mining industry. The Model 8050 has the unique ability to detect and discriminate between non-magnetic and magnetic, tramp metals.