Tega's Innovative Solution for Horizontal Transportation of SAG Mill Trommel in Minera Excondida (Chile)

Customer’s Concerns:

• Earlier the Trommel is transported in a vertical manner which posses some safety related concerns.
• Here the challenge to design a suitable structure to hold the Trommel in horizontal position during Transportation.

Solution:

Tega Designed & Optimized Structure with:

• The Structure is analyzed using Finite Element Analysis.
• Support at the bottom with rubber lining to rest the Trommel.
• Bolted Fixing with both frames along with lugs at bottom for proper fixing.

Customer’s Feedback:

• 40% reduction in the clogging (From 48 % to 8% max.)
• Higher Trommel Efficiency
• Prevention of Slurry overflow issues