The value of a material can be determined by the breadth of its application. Materials such as silicone can have unlimited problem-solving benefits, depending on how it is engineered, says Sinisa Petkovic, Key Account Executive for CBC Malaga. Silicones combine silicon-based glass and carbon-based plastic. Sinisa points out...
“Joining two aligning shafts on a slurry pump is very difficult to do without any deflection and misalignment,” explains CBC’s expert on Power Transmission, Troy Markland. Troy recommends the Fenner FenaFlexTM Tyre Coupling for this particular application. “Fenner® power transmission products have a long history in the mining sector,” says Troy. “From...
When CBC Regional Mining Manager, Sam Wilkinson, received a query from a copper mining customer in Northern Queensland about a bearing failure analysis on one of their flotation blowers, he moved quickly to draw up a proposal that included an NTN bearings solution. “The fans move...
Traditional methods of mechanical fastening often include lock washers, locknuts, jam nuts, and safety wire which protect the threads and secure bolts in place, however, according to Michael Rowe, Product Manager of Adhesive and Sealants for CBC Australia, they still leave gaps that will be exposed to...
The belt is arguably the most understated worker of the mining industry, according to CBC’s Steve Hittmann. The Gates® PowerGrip™ GT4™ is the latest in materials science for belt design. “The belt is made from ethylene-propylene elastomer rubber (EPR) which is resistant to heat, oxidation, weather, brake fluids, oils and...
Silicosis is a serious problem affecting mines and quarries. Which is why Michael Rowe, Product Manager for Safety with CBC Australia says workplace controls are critical. “Silicosis is preventable through controls that either stop or reduce the amount of silica dust,” he stresses. According to Michael, “prevention...
The 50/50 joint venture between NTN Corporation and CBC Australia is celebrating 50 years in 2021. Fabio Rebecchi, Product Manager for NTN bearings at CBC, discusses increases in demand for iron ore and other key minerals and how that has affected the priorities of manufacturers. “With the...
