The Non-Nuclear Option

摘要

It is well recognized that transporting irregular-shaped bulk solid materials over long or short distances presents a number of operational challenges in the quarrying and mining industries. Primary crusher crash boxes, conveyors, transfer lines, inlet/outlet chutes and inlet hoppers can all be prone to blocking, bridging or jamming, resulting in severe site problems, including: lost production; crippled/ damaged plant; lost material; and extended/ expensive downtime. The reliable early detection of an imminent blockage in a chute before it reaches a critical level is, therefore, of major importance.