Heavy duty conveyor belt for ore

Tuesday May-27 2025  14:38:52

What is a heavy duty conveyor belt for ore

Heavy duty conveyor belt for ore is a continuous conveying equipment designed for high-intensity working conditions such as mines. It is mainly used to transport ore materials with large particle size, high density, sharp edges and corners and strong abrasion. Their core function is to stably and continuously transport the excavated ore, crushed stone or concentrate from the mining point to the processing plant, stockpile yard or loading point, greatly improving the efficiency and safety of material handling, while significantly reducing labor costs and the risk of transportation interruption. By optimizing the conveying path and speed, heavy duty conveyor belts ensure smooth ore flow and are an indispensable cornerstone for large-scale, continuous production in modern mining.

What types of conveyor belts are used in mining?

Conveyor belt type

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main features

applicable scenarios

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conveyance range

conveyance speed

Flat belt conveyor

conveyor belt is flat, suitable for horizontal or small angle conveying

long-distance horizontal or gentle slope conveying of ore

large conveying capacity

100~5000+(t/h)

0.8~6.5(m/s)

Corrugated sidewall belt conveyor

conveyor belt with corrugated sidewall and cross partition, can be tilted conveying

ore conveying at large angle, space-restricted area

can realize vertical or high angle conveying

30~2000(t/h)

0.6~3.15(m/s)

Mobile or telescopic heavy duty conveyor

mobile, telescopic, suitable for short-distance or temporary conveying

temporary transfer or loading and unloading operations in open-pit mines

high flexibility, easy to adjust position

50~2000+(t/h)

0.5~2.5(m/s)

What are the advantages of heavy duty conveyor belts for ore?

Heavy duty conveyor belts used for ore transportation have high load bearing capacity and wear resistance, and can cope with large pieces of ore, high density materials and long term continuous operation. The belt body usually adopts a multi layer high strength canvas or wire rope core structure, which has strong tensile resistance and can effectively avoid tearing or belt breakage caused by material impact. At the same time, the thickening of the rubber surface improves the wear life, reduces the replacement frequency and maintenance costs.

In addition, heavy duty conveyor belts can achieve large inclination angles, high drop and long distance transportation in the supporting system, reduce intermediate transfer links, and improve overall transportation efficiency. In open pit mines and underground tunnels, heavy duty conveyor belts can adapt to harsh environments such as slippery, dusty or corrosive media to ensure the stability and safety of system operation. This type of conveyor belt is widely used in metal mines, non metallic mines and port bulk material loading and unloading, and is one of the key equipment for continuous transportation of bulk ores.

Ore industry: heavy duty conveyor belt system for ore

In the ore industry, the heavy duty conveyor belt system for ore transportation is a continuous conveying equipment system specially designed for conveying high density, large block and highly abrasive ore materials. It is usually composed of a heavy duty conveyor belt body, a drive device, a tensioning device, a roller system, a sweeper, an anti deviation device and a control system. Its core component is a high strength conveyor belt, which often uses a steel wire core or a multi layer canvas core material, and is equipped with a wear resistant, cut resistant and impact resistant covering rubber, which is suitable for high load, long distance and harsh environment operation.

This type of system is mainly used in open pit mines, underground mines, ore dressing plants and storage yards to achieve efficient transportation of ore from the mining face to the crushing, screening, storage and transportation links. Compared with traditional methods such as automobile transportation, the heavy duty conveyor belt system has significant advantages such as continuous operation, high degree of automation, low energy consumption, low operating cost, long transportation distance and strong adaptability to terrain. It has become a key equipment form for modern mining material transportation.

How to choose a suitable heavy duty conveyor belt for ore

Select according to the characteristics of the conveyed material:

① Block size and density: Large block size and heavy density ore (such as iron ore, copper ore) requires a high strength, impact resistant conveyor belt. It is recommended to use a steel cord conveyor belt or a thickened multi layer canvas core belt.

② Abrasiveness: For highly abrasive ores (such as metal ores, quartz ores), a high wear resistant cover rubber should be used; if high temperature or wet ores are conveyed, a special cover rubber material that is resistant to high temperatures or wet and slippery environments should be selected.

Match the conveyor belt structure according to the working parameters: For long distance and high drop conveying, it is recommended to use a steel cord core belt, which has low elongation, high strength, and stable operation. Calculate the bandwidth and speed according to the conveying volume, and pay attention to controlling it within a reasonable range (generally not more than 3.5m/s) to prevent material splashing or increased wear. The belt strength grade (such as ST1000, ST2000, etc.) needs to be selected according to the slope of the conveying line, the spacing between rollers, and the drive power.

Consider the on site operating environment: For open pit mines and operation in rainy and snowy environments, conveyor belts with cold resistant, waterproof and sun proof properties should be selected; for underground use, flame retardant, anti static, low smoke and halogen free materials are required.

Heavy duty conveyor belt manufacturer for ore

Dahan Machinery Co., Ltd. is an enterprise engaged in the manufacture of bulk material conveying equipment. Its products include screw conveyors, vibrating screens, bucket elevators, etc., among which some heavy duty belt conveyor equipment is also produced, which is suitable for the transportation needs of high density materials such as ore, and can provide a complete heavy duty belt conveyor system.

① Structural configuration: equipped with high power drive device, reinforced frame, wear resistant roller, tensioning device and steel core conveyor belt, etc., suitable for long distance, large conveying volume and operation in harsh environment.

② Scope of application: Heavy duty belt conveyor equipment can be used in open pit mine yards, crushing sections, transfer silos and other occasions, and is used for continuous transportation of materials such as iron ore, limestone, copper ore, bauxite, etc.

③ Customization capability: Supports customization in special forms such as large inclination, mobile, telescopic, etc., and adapts to the complex terrain and working conditions of the mine site.

Heavy duty conveyor belts for ore play a vital role in the mining and metallurgical industries. They can efficiently and continuously transport large amounts of bulk, granular or blocky ores, thereby improving production efficiency and reducing labor costs. When choosing a suitable heavy duty conveyor belt, it is recommended to communicate in detail with professional manufacturers and suppliers and make customized choices based on specific mining conditions and needs.