Bulk materials handling systems are extensively used in the mining andminerals industry, where a fairly high incidence of structural failure isexperienced, notwithstanding design compliance with appropriatestandards. A number of case studies are explored to demonstrate howinsufficient controls or protection systems have contributed to structuralfailures on mobile bulk handling equipment. The importance of designintegration across engineering disciplines is highlighted. The revision ofISO 5049-1 (1994) is proposed to provide specific rules and guidelinespertaining to machine protection systems. It is further recommended thatthe structural design engineer of the original equipment manufacturer(OEM) fulfils a more prominent role during the final acceptance andhandover of mobile bulk handling equipment, with specific reference toprotection systems.
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