Belt Feeders

Transmin has been designing and supplying bespoke belt feeders for mining, mineral processing and general bulk materials handling applications. These systems are often integrated with downstream conveying solutions such as modular belt conveyors to ensure efficient material transfer across processing operations.

The LPF has the unique ability to change direction using a bend transition. A change of direction from horizontal to inclined can be achieved without the requirement of a second machine; therefore creating improved space utilisation, flexibility of plant layout, eliminating transition points between conveyors, and reducing capital expenditure. LPF machine capacities vary according to application, although rates of 6,000tph and above are readily available. The LPF is built with trusted components, proven in the most arduous applications, with a low ongoing cost of ownership.

EXPERIENCE HANDLING WIDE RANGE OF MATERIALS

BELT WIDTHS UP TO 3m

PROVEN INDUSTRY STANDARD COMPONENTS

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Features

Take Up Pulley
Manual screw, as standard or hydraulic assisted belt tension systems an optional feature.

Compact, shaft mounted drives with either planetary helical bevel combinations or hydraulic units.

Lengths up to 50m

Belt feeders complete with wear liners

Heavy duty idler and roller sets

Heavy duty sprockets

Belt Feeder Applications

Filter Press Discharge Belt Feeder

HPGR Discharge Belt Feeder

Screen Belt Feeder

Under Pan Screen Discharge Belt Feeder

Our Experience

Twelve Belt Feeders to Convey Filter Cake

KWINANA & PINJARRA, WESTERN AUSTRALIA

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Three HPGR Belt Feeders

PILBARA, WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Material: Iron Ore
Size: 900mm

Offshore Belt Feeder underneath Coal Hopper

COBRE PANAMA

Material: Coal
Size: 2400mm Wide

Surge bin feeder to Convey Clay

PERTH, WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Material: Brickmaking Clay
Size: 1400mm

Weigh Belt Feeders for Coal Mine

EMERALD, QUEENSLAND

Material: Coal
Size: 1600mm

Multiple Feeders for Project in Zambia

ZAMBIA, AFRICA

Material: Copper
Size: 1600mm Wide

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Frequently asked questions

Why would belt feeder be selected over other types of feeders?

Historically, belt feeders have been used form multiple applications and are generally a cost effective solution, which is easily maintain.

What are the limitations of a belt feeder?

In some cases belt feeders are prone to miss-tracking, where the belt wanders to one side. In such cases a Low Profile Feeder will be a more suitable solution as it completely eliminates miss-tracking.

Can a belt feeder be reversed?

Belt feeders do not lend themselves to reversing in most cases due to the problem of miss-tracking in reverse. Should the application require frequent reversing capability, a Low Profile Feeder is a better solution.

What’s the difference between a belt feeder and a belt conveyor?

A feeder controls the rate material leaves storage; a conveyor simply moves material at a fixed rate. A feeder is flood-loaded, with its speed setting the discharge rate from a hopper or bin, while a conveyor runs at a fixed, higher speed while only partially full. Transmin has designed bespoke belt feeders for this role since 1987, handling everything from coarse dry ore to fine, wet filter cake.

What typically causes a belt feeder to mistrack?

Belt feeders typically mis-track due to off-centre loading, poor splice alignment, uneven belt wear or structural misalignment. Other common causes include harder or tighter skirt rubber on one side, material build-up on the pulley, uneven scraper pressure, and product characteristics such as sticky or unevenly distributed material. Regular inspection and correct alignment of the feeder components can help prevent tracking issues.

What is “head load,” and why does it matter for belt feeder sizing?

Head load is the weight of material pressing on the belt beneath the hopper, and it’s the biggest factor in sizing a belt feeder’s drive and structure. More head load means more installed power and heavier-duty components. Transmin manages this through hopper design and by engineering the feeder, hopper transition and isolation gate as one matched package.

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