Mining Markets
WPT Power Grip Grinding Mill Clutch on ball mill.
In general, mining is the process of extracting minerals from the Earth. These include, gold, silver, nickel, copper, iron, lead, lithium, and coal, to name a few. In recent years, rare earth minerals such as neodymium and praseodymium have become very popular due their use in the rising electrical vehicle market. The typical mining process begins with extracting the raw ore, followed by crushing, milling, screening, and processing to the final material. Throughout the process, WPT Power can provide engineering expertise, durable products, and customer support to keep the mining equipment at peak performance.
WPT brakes provides controlled performance for hoist, drag and swing and propel functions.
The WPT Mining Brakes and Clutches are engineered with large earthmoving equipment at their backbone. These brakes and clutches are used in rope shovels, draglines, and bucket excavators to move massive amounts of material in short order. These pneumatically actuated units operate perfectly in new equipment as well as upgrades for existing machinery in the quarry. With sizes ranging from 13-inches up to the larger 30inch units, vertical and horizontal mounting options, and custom torque and pressure settings, WPT has the right product for the job.
The WPT Power Grip Grinding Mill clutches are specially designed for the demands of ball, pebble, rod, AG and SAG grinding mill applications. These extra-large clutches are seated between the main drive motor and the mill and function as a primary means to start the large stationary load of the mill in the shortest and most cost-efficient method. With features such as the quick-change drive adapter, split friction discs and air tubes, and wave springs, maintenance is made easy. Axial locking devices are also available for drive setups with a floating motor shaft.
Rock crushing plant utilizing Python™ Hydraulic Clutch Control and Hydraulic Type 2 power take-off.
For crushing and screening operations, the latest addition to the WPT Power lineup—the Gen III Python™ Hydraulic Clutch Control—paired with either a Hydraulic Type 1 or Type 2 PTO are a great choice. The Python™ uses a patented control system to start high inertia loads found on impact, jaw, and hammer mill crushers. Features like overspeed protection, smooth engagement, and one-button operation mean the clutch is getting maximum power and life. The Hydraulic Type 1 and Type 2 PTOs are some of the most capable units in the WPT power take-off lineup. Both PTOs come standard with heavy duty fiction discs, high capacity spherical roller bearings, and self-adjusting clutch packs.
So, if you are looking for a great selection of mining clutches and brakes for your equipment, you need not look any further than WPT Power. Whether it is a clutch for your dragline or grinding mill, or a controller and PTO for your crusher, WPT has the products, and the know-how, to outfit your equipment.
For more information of any of the products listed above, please contact WPT Power Applications Engineering or WPT Power Customer Support.