Three questions to ask your mining equipment seal supplier

1) What sealing materials are best suited for the harsh mining environment?

Sealing materials proven for durability and reliability in mining operations have specific performance requirements. They must be resistant to aggressive substances, such as acids and solvents while maintaining their integrity. The materials must also offer exceptional temperature stability ranging from -20°C to 300°C and beyond and be designed to withstand high pressures. Nitrile rubber (NBR) and fluorocarbon (FKM) are commonly used due to their resilience against abrasive particles, high pressures, and a wide range of temperatures. Seals manufactured in polyurethane or advanced perfluoroelastomers (FFKM) should be considered in exceptionally demanding applications.

2) What are some of the benefits of making the right sealing material choices?

Since sealing systems for mining equipment and machines are the first line of defense against the infiltration of dust, dirt, moisture, and other contaminants, material choices are critical. The sealing materials chosen for each application help protect the system from premature wear and failure of critical components, maintaining equipment efficiency. This, in turn, helps reduce maintenance costs and enhances operational safety. In addition, an educated choice of sealing system materials is central to minimising maintenance and operational downtime and maximising productivity.

3) How do suppliers respond to the mining industry’s demand for quick turnaround times to minimise equipment downtime?

A supplier with a strong support network is better equipped for the quick turnaround times required by the industry to minimise equipment downtime, reducing costs. One example is anyseals, a global wholesale industrial sealing supplier headquartered in Belgium with branch offices in Germany, Taiwan, and the US. The company’s global inventory of over 400 million seals in 80 000 dimensions and manufacturing resources, including factories directly owned by anyseals affiliated brands, gives the industry an extensive network of global collaborative partners. Additionally, innovative automated warehouse and eCommerce technology helps customers optimise operations to meet increased product fulfilment needs.

Conclusion

Selecting suitable sealing material, understanding the benefits of specific material choices, and assessing a supplier’s capacity to respond to the global mining industry’s growing needs and requirements are essential for success.

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