It is a linear vibrating sieve designed to separate silica and industrial sands by particle size. The machine uses an electric motor with an eccentric vibrator or exciter to generate vibration; material moves across a tensioned screen mesh while particles smaller than the mesh pass through and larger particles travel to the discharge end.
Common uses include grading and de-sliming silica sand, quartz sand, foundry sand, construction sand, and other granular minerals in mining, aggregate, glass, and building materials industries.
Screen mesh options vary by model and can range from very fine meshes for dust and fine sand to coarse openings for lump removal. Typical options cover fine powders up to several millimeters; consult the supplier for specific mesh sizes and custom screen cloth options (stainless steel woven, polyurethane, perforated plate).
Capacity depends on feed particle size distribution, material bulk density, moisture content, required cut points, and mesh size. Provide a sample, target gradation, and desired throughput to the manufacturer or supplier for a recommended model and estimated throughput.
Vibrating screens work best with dry to moderately damp sand. High moisture or sticky materials can cause blinding and reduced efficiency; for wet feeds consider wet screening, dewatering equipment, or anti-blinding screen media and cleaning devices (e.g., ultrasonic, ball trays).
Standard construction uses carbon steel with wear-resistant coatings. Contact suppliers offer stainless steel frames and food- or pharma-grade finishes and seals when required for sanitary or corrosive environments.
Routine tasks include checking and retensioning screen media, lubricating bearings, inspecting springs and mounts, tightening bolts, and cleaning debris. Frequency depends on operating hours and material abrasiveness; daily visual checks and scheduled weekly/monthly preventive maintenance are typical.
Common spare parts include screen cloths, springs, bearings, motor couplings, eccentric weights or exciters, bolts, and gaskets. Keeping at least one spare screen panel and bearings is recommended to minimize downtime.
The screen is typically mounted on vibration isolation springs and anchored to a level, rigid foundation. Requirements depend on model size and vibration force; follow manufacturer installation drawings and secure electrical and feed/discharge conveyors to maintain alignment.
Power depends on machine size and capacity; smaller units may use motors under 1 kW while large industrial models use multiple kilowatts. Controls often include VFDs for adjustable vibration frequency and amplitude, motor starters, and safeguarding. Confirm electrical specs with the supplier.
Screening efficiency depends on proper mesh selection, feed distribution, vibration amplitude/frequency, bed depth, feed rate, and moisture. When these are optimized, vibrating screens can achieve high separation efficiency for targeted particle sizes.
Yes. Dust covers, full enclosures, negative-pressure extraction ports, and baghouse or scrubber attachments are available. Choose sealing, enclosure, and dust-collection solutions based on site regulations and dust levels.
Install guards over moving parts, emergency stop controls, vibration isolators, and lockout-tagout procedures for maintenance. Train personnel on safe operation and ensure electrical protections are in place.
Warranty periods vary by manufacturer but commonly cover 12 months for workmanship and major components. Ask about after-sales support including spare-part availability, field service, commissioning, and maintenance contracts when ordering.
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