Electric Belt Handling Solutions in the West
The latest delivery of conveyor equipment from Fenner Conveyors’ team in East Rockingham marks a significant development in belt handling expertise.
Two Racetrack Belt Winders rated to 102kNm have been successfully delivered for Rio Tinto’s iron ore operations.
What sets these belt winders apart is their pure electric and wireless control system. Within the Fenner Conveyors Group, both hydraulic and electric winder systems are available depending on site requirements.
Electrical & Equipment Manager, Matt Shilson, said technological advancements in gearbox and Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Technology equipment have allowed the workshop team to take a modern approach to belt handling equipment solutions.
“Our electrical winder systems can offer an economical and simplified approach to designing belt winders which can be tailored to specific site applications.”
Fenner Conveyors’ East Rockingham Workshop Team in front of Belt Winder Equipment
This equipment adds to the robust belt handling equipment offered through Fenner Conveyors Group brands.
“By combining expertise across the Fenner Conveyors Group, we are able to deliver the most advanced and innovative belt handling equipment offering on the market,” said Shilson.
All electrical, assembly, and fabrication works were meticulously carried out at Fenner Conveyors’ workshop in East Rockingham, WA. The fabrication was completed across three months which speaks volumes to the efficiency of the workshop team and their customer-centric approach.
“We understand the importance of timely delivery, and our swift turnaround sets the standard for prompt and reliable belt handling equipment in the West.”
The winders are designed to be used with racetrack belt reels during belt maintenance on Rio Tinto’s overland conveyor systems across the Pilbara.
The East Rockingham workshop have been supplying belt handling equipment to this key customer for a number of years now.
“Whether an overhaul of existing site equipment or a completely new design from scratch, we work with the customer to deliver a solution which is customised to their unique application and requirements.”
The completion of this impressive equipment is just another accomplishment for the East Rockingham workshop team and underscores a commitment to excellence in material handling.
