CHASING THE PERFECT INSPECTION

摘要

The future of the coal industry depends on coal storage - at the mine, preparation plant and export facilities. Storage structures must be maintained, as must mechanical equipment, such as conveyors, crushers, etc. The collapse of a silo roof at a mine site in Florida in 2012 opened the eyes of many, including regulators who wield significant power. With increased scrutiny, facility owners need to maintain their increased awareness of the necessity of maintaining their structures. The implementation of a cleaning and inspection programme shows the owner's proactive stance to regulating bodies, consumers, employees and community. It can also help to identify issues before they become problems, which can lead to failures. Silo cleaning and structural inspections can help owners towards that goal.