Vibrating screens are subjected to repeated cyclic loads during operation. If bolt preload is not maintained, movement within a joint can contribute to loosening and fatigue. Maintaining the required clamp load is therefore an important part of gearbox mounting maintenance (Pic Credits: Hytorc Marketing)
Gearbox Mountings Tightened, Vibration Challenges Addressed at a South African Mine
Vibrating screens operate under continuous dynamic loading. This places significant demands on bolted joints. Gearbox mountings are particularly sensitive to changes in bolt preload, fastener loosening and joint movement, which…
