Mineral processing requires efficient screening for classifying, sizing, and separating materials.
Effective screening enhances throughput, reduces waste, and ensures proper preparation for downstream processes.
MechProTech, a South African OEM equipment manufacturer, offers advanced solutions tailored to optimise your mineral processing plant.
What Are Vibrating and Static Screens in Mineral Processing Used For?
Screens play a vital role in mineral processing by classifying and preparing materials for further processing.
Vibrating and Static Screens each serve distinct functions:
Vibrating Screens use mechanical vibrations to separate particles based on the size of the ore/material. These screens can handle a variety of materials and are effective in high-throughput operations, both in wet and dry conditions.
Static Screens rely on gravity and the natural flow from the materials in order to separate large particles from smaller ones. These screens are ideal for scalping, debris removal, and primary separation tasks that do not require vibration.
General Functions of MPT’s Vibrating Screens
The MPT TITAN Vibrating Screen is designed to endure the challenging mining and mineral processing conditions. It excels in various tasks such as scalping, sizing, de-sliming, and de-watering.
Features of TITAN Vibrating Screens:
- Linear Vibration Force: The screens operate at 5G’s linear force, ensuring optimal material movement and separation.
- Stress-Relieved Components: Deck and drive beams are stress-relieved and machined to improve performance and extend operational life.
- VRN400 Liners and Rubber Coating: Protect material contact surfaces from wear, ensuring durability in abrasive environments.
- Adjustable Foot Mounts: Allow for precise deck angle adjustments, improving screening efficiency for various materials.
How It Works:
- Vibrating motors drive the oscillating motion, creating a shaking effect that separates particles based on size.
- Materials are lifted and dropped as they move across the screen deck, with finer particles passing through the apertures while larger ones are retained.
- The vibration frequency and deck angle can be adjusted for specific processing needs, optimising the screening performance.
Benefits of Vibrating Screens:
- Suitable for various processes, including scalping, protection screening, washing, and de-watering.
- Available in single, double, or triple deck setups to match specific screening requirements.
- Wear-resistant components and robust design minimise maintenance and downtime.
MechProTech’s TITAN Vibrating Screen: Product Range
The TITAN Vibrating Screen is available in various configurations to suit different operational needs. Each unit is tailored to meet specific client requirements, ensuring maximum efficiency and performance.
Product Range:
- Single Deck Screens: Ideal for simple separation tasks.
- Double and Triple Deck Screens: Offer additional layers for finer classification and increased throughput.
- De-sliming Screens: Separate fine particles from slurries.
- De-watering Screens: Remove moisture from materials for easier handling.
- High-Frequency Screens: Provide precise classification at higher vibration rates.
Design Features:
- Vibratory Drive Motors: Deliver consistent vibration to ensure effective material movement.
- Coil Spring Suspension: Isolates vibration, protecting the structure and minimizing noise.
- Impact Bed and Wear-Resistant Components: Extend equipment lifespan and reduce maintenance costs.
General Functions of MPT’s Static Screens
The MPT Static Screen is a low-maintenance, reliable solution for primary separation tasks. Its design focuses on simplicity, durability, and efficient performance.
Features of MPT Static Screens:
- S355 Structural Sides: Provide stability and strength under heavy loads.
- Adjustable Grizzly Bars: Enable quick adjustments to meet circuit-specific size separation needs.
- VRN Grizzly Bars: Ensure durability and longevity, even in demanding environments.
How It Works:
- Material flows naturally over the static screen, and the grizzly bars retain larger particles while smaller ones pass through.
- The absence of moving parts reduces maintenance requirements and ensures long-term operational reliability.
Benefits of Static Screens:
- Removes oversized material before further processing.
- No motors or moving parts, minimising wear and downtime.
- Adjustable grizzly bars allow for seamless integration into existing circuits.
MechProTech’s Static Screen: Design & Construction
The MPT Static Screen is designed for heavy-duty operations, ensuring reliability and performance in harsh conditions.
Design Features:
- S355 Structural Sides: Provide strength and stability for continuous operation under heavy loads.
- Adjustable Grizzly Bars: Allows for specific separation needs.
- VRN Wear-Resistant Materials: Ensure longevity and reduce the need for frequent maintenance.
The simple yet effective design makes the MPT Static Screen an ideal choice for preliminary screening and debris removal.
Applications of Screens in Mineral Processing
Both vibrating and static screens play vital roles in mineral processing, each suited to different applications:
Vibrating Screens:
- It is commonly used in mining operations for coal, gold, and other ores.
- Effective for scalping, sizing, classification, and de-watering tasks.
- Perform well in both wet and dry processing environments.
Static Screens:
- It is ideal for primary separation and scalping applications.
- Used to remove oversized material before it reaches vibrating screens or other processing equipment.
- They require minimal maintenance, making them suitable for long-term operations in harsh environments.
Try MPT’s OEM Mineral Processing Equipment Range
Investing in reliable and efficient screening equipment can make all the difference in mineral processing plants.
Why Choose MechProTech?
- In-House Manufacturing: Designed in the MechProTech factory ensuring quality and reliability of the equipment solutions.
- Custom Solutions: Each product is tailored to meet specific client requirements and processing needs.
- Proven Performance: Trusted in harsh mining environments across various industries.
MechProTech’s screening equipment is engineered for the betterment of mineral processing operations.
Contact MechProTech today to learn how our equipment is a cutting-edge solution that can transform your mineral processing operations and boost your plant’s performance.