Projects
CS-16 Coal Mine CHPP
Site
Xstrata—Newlands CHPP
Application
Exciter bolts on Metso vibrating screen
Original Set-Up
Standard double hex nuts tightened with flogging spanner
Issues Experienced
- OH&S concerns associated with flogging spanners and impact tooling
- very time consuming
- Physically demanding
- Due to incorrect bolt loads being applied units continually vibrate loose during operation
Technofast Product Used
EziTite® Hydraulic Bolts
Benefits
- Easy installation and handling
- removed major OH&S concerns
- Nuts no longer vibrate loose during operation
Installation Time
Old Method = 2 hours 30 minutes (3-4 personnel)
New Method = 30 minutes(2 personnel)
Time Saving = 2 hours
Many improvements to Steel Products
From all reports it went smoothly and quickly. The guys were much more confident using the equipment. Definitely a safety advantage. By using tensioning products we are continually reducing the need for heavy manual handling
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