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Mounted Bearing Locking Trends In Unit Material Handling Applications
A “one-size-fits-all” bearing selection does not apply universally — especially when it comes to lock reliability and the locking types of mounted bearings.
Published on the 02 December 2024
The master plan for digitalisation in the bulk goods industry
Digitalisation is transforming yard management in the bulk goods industry, making logistics more efficient with faster processes, better transparency, improved communication, fewer errors, and increased sustainability.
Published on the 05 November 2024
Creating order from chaos: how AI can optimise alternative fuel use in cement production
Optimising alternative fuel use in cement production is complex but necessary to meet net-zero targets. With AI-powered decision-making, producers can increase their thermal substitution rate without increasing the risk of constraint breaches.
Published on the 04 November 2024
Avoid Failure and Downtime: Imperatives to Specify Gear Drives
Gear drives are fundamental in most processing operations, connecting the prime mover to the driven equipment and ensuring that the system has enough torque to effectively move product. Correctly specifying and selecting the proper gear drives for critical applications leads to reliability, greater uptime, and profitability. Selecting the right gear drive ideally brings together the end user, the system designer, and the gear drive manufacturer for success.
Published on the 02 September 2024
Conquering the Unexpected with Proven Silo Cleanout Solutions
Examining the importance of maintaining bulk storage vessels to avoid future loss of capacity, costly downtime and preventable repairs.
Published on the 04 December 2023
Technology has finally Caught Up To The Air Cannon
Air cannons are widely used in cement production, yet most were designed years ago and have barely evolved.
Published on the 21 November 2023
Myths and facts about the use of waste-derived alternative fuels in the cement industry
In this report, we address the common misconceptions that have prevented companies from moving to alternative fuels. We’ll also explain how looking for bottlenecks in cement plan will ensure the best performance.
Published on the 01 September 2023
FOUNDATIONS™ The Practical Resource for Cleaner, Safer, More Productive Dust & Material Control
An internationally-recognised, non-commercial resource for conveyor safety, maintenance and operations training.
Published on the 12 October 2022