The existing skirting at a copper mine in Arizona did not effectively contain dust or spillage. This fugitive material led to the need for manual cleaning/shoveling of the walkway every day, increasing maintenance costs as well as safety hazards. The plant even bought a temporary conveyor to help alleviate this issue before reaching out for additional help.
Martin Engineering installed heavy-duty Martin® ApronSeal™ Skirting on the conveyor that was constantly discharging spillage and dust. The Martin® ApronSeal™ Skirting formed an effective, low-maintenance, multiple-layer seal to keep fines on the belt. The primary seal forms an inner barrier, keeping material inside the chute. The secondary seal captures fines, and ribs carry those fines down the belt. Yielding long life and low maintenance, the low-pressure seal requires nominal adjustment. Minimal space is required to accommodate the Martin® ApronSeal™ Skirting, and virtually any clamps can be used, making this an ideal replacement system.