This white paper will address how: The most common metal scrap handling challenges facing metal casting operations How the correct conveyor will reduce downtime, lower expenses, improve safety, and provide a long service life Assess Conveyor Design, Construction, and Capabilities to Improve Efficiency, Decrease Maintenance, and Lower Labor Costs By Bob Anspaugh, Conveyor Sales […]
This white paper will address how: • Conveyor design reduces carryover • Pre-conditioning metal scrap improves material transfer • Build quality significantly impacts maintenance How to Increase Conveyor Utilization and Keep Metalworking Processes MovingBy Mike Hook, Sales & Marketing Director, PRAB Introduction Conveyors are said to be the workhorses of production. The conveyors used to […]
When choosing the right conveyor to manage metal scrap, maintenance and technology should heavily influence the decision—to increase the conveyor life and reduce maintenance issues. One of these maintenance issues is belt tension. From the time of installation, the belt stretches the longer it runs, creating slack and wear issues. Typically belts also must be visually checked for wear and […]
“We get $0.17 per pound more for our briquetted material over loose chips.”– Jack Rovan, Martin-Baker Plant Manufacturing ManagerProven Results Achieved for PRAB Customers: Documented reduction of scrap volume by as much as 90% Increased scrap value up to 25% Reclaimed up to 99% of cutting fluids “We have seen around […]
When considering adding a new or additional conveyor system to your metalworking operation, it’s essential to understand the critical factors involved in the research and selection process. Each type of metal scrap and shop process has unique requirements, making it crucial to prioritize the most vital aspects of a conveyor system tailored to your needs. Critical Goals for Conveyor […]
Download Conveyors Still Operating in the Field After 57 YearsQuiet Performance with No Carryover PRAB’s Magnetic Chip Conveyors effectively transfer wet or dry ferrous chips, stamping slugs, turnings, or parts without carryover. Systems move material with the aid of permanent ceramic magnets located under a stainless-steel slider bed. An oil reservoir in the base of the conveyor self-lubricates […]
Proven To Raise Productivity Up To 60% Documented Results Achieved by PRAB Customers Decreased Downtime Downtime Before PRAB: 3-4 hoursDowntime After PRAB: 2 minutes Safer Workplace “Our process of disposing metal scrap has become more ergonomic and safer.” – Jack Rovan, Martin-Baker Long Lasting Equipment: Conveyors Still Operating in the Field After 57 Years PRAB Conveyors […]
Proven to Raise Productivity Up To 60%Documented Results Achieved by PRAB Customers Enhanced Productivity Downtime Before PRAB: 3-4 hours Downtime After PRAB: 2 minutes Safer Workplace “Our process of disposing metal scrap has become more ergonomic and safer.” – Jack Rovan, Martin-Baker Long Lasting Equipment: Conveyors Still Operating in the Field […]
There isn’t an employer in existence that shouldn’t consider slips and falls to be a significant safety concern in its facilities. In an article about overlooked hazards and risk zones in the workplace, Facility Executive magazine cites some sobering numbers: Same-level slip and fall accidents are the leading cause of workplace injuries and totaled almost 200,000 in 2015, according to […]
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