Bulk Material Handling Archives

Train Dynamic Analysis

Train Dynamic Analysis Investigation into excessive wagon noise For this case study KMK used KSIM, in-house developed, Train Dynamic Simulation software, to calculate the dynamics of a noisy train. This site was installed without predicting the wagon forces, resulting in issues for both client and the residents nearby. Problems identified: Noise pollution – Train [...]

By KMK|2024-12-12T15:54:38+00:00 December 12th, 2024 |Bulk Material Handling, Mining and Processing, Train Dynamic Analysis, Train Holding Devices, Train Moving Devices|

Machine Audit

Machine Audit KMK was invited to carry out the audit of an aging ship unloader. We inspected, surveyed, and validated the structural and mechanical function of the material reclaimer. Previously, it was used for unloading coal from bulk carriers at a historically important dock. Objectives: Inspection – Determine the state of the unloader Audit [...]

By KMK|2024-12-04T15:47:21+00:00 December 4th, 2024 |Bulk Material Handling, Engineering Services, Site Services|

Site Consulting and Optimisation

Site Consulting and Optimisation KMK inspected, analysed and optimised the operation of a major export terminal. Unfortunately, failures were interrupting the operation of the plant while further expansion of the facility was expected, and validation of new machines and processes was needed. Finding Inaccuracies – in the operation cycles of the machines - introducing [...]

By KMK|2024-11-27T15:39:34+00:00 November 26th, 2024 |Bulk Material Handling, Process Analysis, Train Dynamic Analysis|

O-Type Wagon Tippler

O-Type Wagon Tippler KMK Bulk Material Handling division was given the opportunity to design a replacement O-Type Tippler. The original Tippler was well used and worn out. The new machine was designed to: Fit into the existing foundations Handle an increased wagon load from 135t to 150t Include KMK’s design upgrade features Handle continuous [...]

By KMK|2024-11-22T15:31:22+00:00 November 19th, 2024 |Bulk Material Handling, Engineering Services, Site Services, Wagon Tipplers|

Wheel Grippers

Wheel Grippers KMK have designed a unique “Surface Mounted” wagon Wheel Gripper. The Wheel Gripper is used to restrain a train of wagons as part of a wagon handling system. The whole Gripper system is: At or above ground level Accessible for ease of maintenance Accessible for inspection and replacement of parts Free of [...]

By KMK|2024-11-15T11:30:58+00:00 November 14th, 2024 |Bulk Material Handling, Train Holding Devices|

Apron Feeders

Apron Feeders KMK Bulk Material Handling division received an order to design the feeders shown below on an existing site. They replaced the previous vibrating feeders, that were not suitable for sticky material. The Compact Apron Feeder, designed to fit in a small envelope with low headroom, process material from the hoppers above, discharged [...]

By KMK|2024-12-05T15:33:42+00:00 November 7th, 2024 |Apron Feeder, Bulk Material Handling, Mining and Processing|

Plant Throughput Optimisation

Plant Throughput Optimisation KMK was requested by a major coal export terminal to review their existing wagon tippler system equipment for increasing the throughput capacity and system capability in line the new expansion. This included a site visit for equipment inspection, train track topography review, hand calculations, new plant time-cycle and running train [...]

By KMK|2024-11-18T15:38:32+00:00 August 4th, 2020 |Bulk Material Handling, Engineering Services, Process Analysis, Site Services, Train Dynamic Analysis|

Train Simulation

Train Simulation KMK was tasked by a major coal handling exporter to review their newly installed car Dumper system for equipment acceptance by evaluating the current throughput capacity against the client’s original specification. This task included a site visit for equipment inspection, system control software. (PLC/HMI/SCADA) review, power requirement calculations, new plant time-cycle [...]

By KMK|2024-11-18T15:29:33+00:00 August 4th, 2020 |Bulk Material Handling, Engineering Services, Site Services, Train Dynamic Analysis, Train Holding Devices, Train Moving Devices|

Train Mover Design

Train Mover Design KMK was awarded a contract for designing an Indexer machine as part of a new Car Dumper system for 8000 tph (tonnes per hour) throughput. Wagon handling plants around the world require machines to handle trains of wagons to enable the unloading of these wagons. Typical bulk materials include Coal, [...]

By KMK|2024-11-21T09:19:11+00:00 August 4th, 2020 |Bulk Material Handling, Engineering Services, Train Dynamic Analysis, Train Moving Devices|

Material Handling Site Inspection

Material Handling Site Inspection KMK was selected to provide services for full inspection of stockyard machines such as Stacker Reclaimers, bridge reclaimers and ship-loaders. This task included a site visit with detailed machine inspection followed by a comprehensive summary report. Evaluation of material handling equipment for remedial work and or upgrade. Desktop pre-inspection [...]

By KMK|2024-11-18T14:14:47+00:00 July 28th, 2020 |Bulk Material Handling, Mining and Processing, Site Services, Train Holding Devices, Train Moving Devices, Wagon Tipplers|