Voith’s fluid coupling drive powers belt conveyor
2nd Quarter 2015
Hydraulic systems & components
Drive systems specialist, Voith has celebrated the manufacture of its 1000th TPKL fluid coupling, which is currently being shipped to China for use on a 6,4 MW underground belt conveyor drive at a coal mine. The 3,16 metre long belt conveyor is designed for demanding workloads and will transport coal uphill at a 14° angle. It is driven by four 1600 kW motors, with a planned capacity of 4000 tons per hour.
Voith began production of the TPKL range for demanding belt conveyor applications in mining in 1997. The coupling provides excellent torque limitation for a smooth startup of the belt conveyor, while allowing active load sharing with multi-motor drives. With its rugged design and proven performance, the TPKL is ideally suited to the harsh conditions of the African mining sector, which continues to experience substantial annual growth.
“The TPKL is rich in benefits that ultimately speak to the key business drivers of any major operation and this is where Voith delivers exceptional value. These include measures such as safety, availability, reliability, production rates and reduced total cost of operation. We also have a qualified service team that can provide on-site support to our customers around the clock,” says Grant Robinson, vice president for the EMEA division, mining and metals southern Africa.
The fill-controlled fluid coupling regulates drive acceleration gently, which protects the belt, prevents downtime and increases the service life of the system. This is a major benefit in Africa, where projects are remotely located and workers are often underskilled.
For more information contact Terry-Lynn McIntosh, Voith Turbo, +27 (0)11 418 4036, [email protected], www.voith.com
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