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Jul 13, 2018 - Dings Industrial Magnets for Quality Output in Performance-Critical Applications

High-strength industrial magnets are at the core of the mining industry due to their high degree of efficiency in removing tramp metal from the production line. Be it the result of a human error, explosive or excavation, a few shards of unwanted metal are likely to be left behind that can create major problems in terms of quality down the line. Not only will industrial magnet help get rid of the impurities sneaking into the final product, but also safeguard the expensive equipment from damage, thereby bolstering the overall productivity levels.

Gordon Russell boasts of an extensive selection of Dings industrial magnets in both electro and permanent types to efficaciously handle the impurity removal situations in the mining industry.

How do Industrial Magnets Work?

Based on the application and size of a plant, there is an abundant list of choices in industrial magnet assemblies to accomplish the predetermined performance and quality-related goals. The magnets situated at the end of production cycle extract relatively smaller ferrous particles, while magnets installed at the starting point of a conveyor system remove larger metal scraps such as bolts, tool bits and bucket teeth. In absence of industrial magnets, tramp metal or other sharp objects can tear down the conveyor belts and cause unnecessary wear and tear of the sizing equipment such as crushers and pulverizers.  

Strength and holding force are two key aspects that decide whether or not an industrial magnet will deliver the intended performance. Strength is the maximum amount of energy produced by a magnet, whereas holding force refers to the inherent power of the magnet to effectively extract various metal items from mineral gangue mixture, within normal conditions. Be aware that the size or type of an industrial magnet to be selected will depend on the material being extracted, and the amount of tramp ore generated throughout the process. Based on the mineral being mined, the magnetic separators should be able to generate sufficient degree of magnetic flux or power.  

Types of Dings Industrial Magnets  

Technology has become a deeply rooted component of industrial settings today, and the mining industry is no exception. The requirements are changing at a rapid pace, leading to the development of new and improved magnetic separators to keep up with those needs. That being said, we have two types of Dings industrial magnets: electromagnetic and permanent.

Electro Overhead Magnets work by switching power from AC to DC in order to generate a magnetic field. Suspended over the conveyor belt, electromagnets draw the unwanted metal pieces upward, and when the surface starts to fill up, just swing it away from the belt and switch off the power to let go of attached debris. This type of magnets is ideal for extracting larger pieces of tramp ore from a bulk quantity of material. As there are no moving parts, these magnetic separators are incredibly easy to clean, with no obligation to lubricate, replace or tighten. The installation is also effortless, as electromagnets allow a 3-point system comprising 2 cables and 1 turnbuckle attached to a common bullring. Whenever you need to alter the suspension angle, just adjust the turnbuckle, eliminating the need to measure, lengthen, shorten or cut the cable.

Permanent Overhead Magnets are non-electric, i.e., they don’t require any extra source of power to operate. They are made from a magnetized material which creates its own persistent flow of magnetic field. The force generated as a result of the magnetic field lifts the metal towards the face of the magnet. Although less powerful than electromagnets, permanent magnetic separators are better at attracting strongly magnetized elements such as iron, cobalt, nickel and other rare earth metals. Adopting the self-cleaning approach, the industrial magnets have a belt travelling continuously around the body throughout the operation, ensuring automatic removal of the extracted metal pieces.

Industrial Magnets Scope and Trends

The fate of magnetic separators is clearly tied to the mining industry. Thanks to the increased urbanization and industrialization globally, the demand for industrial separators has pushed up to a great extent. The upward trend of commodity prices is another factor that has stoked the mining industry, which in turn has driven demand for magnetic separators.

All in all, industrial magnets have proved their mantle in a diverse range of performance-critical applications, particularly in the mining industry. The technological advancements have further added to the mix, leading to the launch of more enhanced self-cleaning magnetic separators that require no maintenance efforts at all.

Looking for topnotch industrial magnets for your specific requirements? Contact Gordon Russell today!