Bunting partners with Smiley Monroe to integrate the ToughFlex® conveyor belt into Overband Magnets. This collaboration addresses excessive wear issues in demanding environments. They aim to increase belt durability for applications handling tough materials like industrial waste, household waste, and quarried rock.
Addressing Belt Wear in Harsh Conditions
Overband Magnets use a magnetic field to separate ferrous metals. A cleaning belt transfers captured metal to a collection area. However, sharp-edged metals in waste damage the rubber belt over time. The powerful ElectroMax Overband Magnet, known for high separation efficiency, exacerbates this issue. It extracts more metal, leading to faster belt wear. Traditional permanent magnets, with lower magnetic power, cause less damage.
ToughFlex® Belt Provides Durable Solution
Bunting collaborated with Smiley Monroe to find a solution. They selected the ToughFlex® Belt, designed for tough applications. This belt uses a special weave with two fabric plies and a binder warp. These features enhance resistance to puncturing and wear. The belt’s heavy-duty covers extend system lifespan. Its reinforced structure prevents damage from ferrous metal piercing and tearing. This improved material reduces maintenance and extends operation times.
Modifications Enhance Overband Magnet Performance
Bunting and Smiley Monroe modified the ToughFlex® belt for Overband Magnets. They added integrally molded cleats. These cleats efficiently transfer captured metals away from the magnetic field.
Strengthening Customer Solutions and Operational Efficiency
“We are constantly looking to make improvements that will help our customers,” said Adrian Coleman, Bunting’s Technical Director. The increased use of ElectroMax Overband Magnets necessitated a more durable belt. This collaboration enhances system longevity. The ToughFlex® belt provides a robust solution for recycling and waste processing. It increases operational efficiency, reduces maintenance, and extends equipment service life. SuperMetalPrice notes that the increased durability and efficiency of magnetic separation systems, due to the use of enhanced conveyor belts, can lead to more effective recovery of ferrous metals from waste streams. This improvement directly impacts the availability of recycled metals, potentially stabilizing or lowering the cost of these materials in the market.
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