One of the largest and deepest gold mines in the world - extending 2,998 meters below the surface - faced severe material carryback issues on 22 underground conveyor belts of 1200mm wide belts running at speed of 2 to 3.5 mtr/sec. The problem was worsened by the use of competitor belt cleaners, which proved ineffective due to the presence of clip joints on the belts. As a result, the mine experienced reduced productivity, increased equipment damage, maintenance costs, significant downtime and potential safety hazards.

Following a thorough conveyor belt audit conducted by our Partner Manager, a comprehensive solution was recommended to address carryback and material spillage challenges. The proposed setup included the installation of 12 CleanScrape® Primary Cleaners - safe for use on conveyor belts with clip joints - alongside 22 Martin® SC16 as Dual Secondary Cleaners for enhanced cleaning efficiency. To further protect the system, Martin® V-Plough and Bias Plough units were installed at the tail pulleys to prevent material buildup and potential belt damage. Additionally, proper belt support was ensured with 14 Martin® High Speed Impact Cradles (HSIC), and effective sealing was achieved using Martin® ApronSeal^™ skirting.

The implementation of this comprehensive solution brought a remarkable transformation to the mine's conveyor belt operations. Consequently, the mine experienced increased operational efficiency, a substantial reduction in maintenance interventions, improved safety conditions, and a notable drop in unplanned downtime - leading to greater productivity and cost savings.