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Is there anything special that needs to be reviewed with different types of screen media?
May 01, 2020In this video, Bill Pigney, Remanufacturing Manager at Telsmith, explains the items that need to be reviewed when selecting screen media. The items needed to be reviewed are: 1. Size (What products you are trying to make with the screen) 2. Shape (Does screen need poly decking, square openings, or elongated opening on the media? This selection is based on the feed coming into the decks) 3. Wet and pasty material (The feed coming into…
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Why does a horizontal screen have more g-force than an inclined screen?
Apr 09, 2020In this video, Mike Stecker, Lead Project Engineer at Telsmith, explains why a horizontal screen has more g-force than an inclined screen. A horizontal screen tends to have more g-force or acceleration than an inclined screen because it has a greater throw. The throw on an inclined screen is usually around 3/8″ whereas the throw on a horizontal screen is closer to 7/16″ The reason for this has to do with the shape of the…
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What is the hybrid thrust bearing on the Titan Series Cone Crushers?
Mar 02, 2020In this video, Rob Wheeler, Project Engineer at Telsmith, explains what the hybrid thrust bearing is on the Titan Series cones and why it’s an advantage. Hybrid is something composed of two different components: Hydro-Dynamic and Hydro-Static lift. 1. Hydro-Static is where we apply external pressure from our lubrication system. That pressure gets between the bearing and the bronze that it runs against, which physically lifts the components. It has a very large surface area…
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Why is feed distribution important to a cone crusher?
Feb 05, 2020In this video, Elias Macias, Applications Engineer at Telsmith, explains why feed distribution is important to a cone crusher. It’s important to distribute the large and small material into the cone crusher for three reasons: 1. It will improve your production by using the entire life of your liners. 2. You can have a better quality of the product when it comes to size and shape. 3. It will lower operations cost by reducing the…
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Why would I use a compression type crusher, like a jaw or cone, instead of an impactor?
Jan 02, 2020In this video, Sara Arendt, Senior Applications Specialist at Telsmith, explains why you would use a compression style crusher, like a jaw crusher or cone crusher, instead of an impact crusher. Here are the important points that Sara covers in the video: 1. An impactor is typically used in applications where the stone is softer, less dense, and less abrasive. By throwing or striking the material against a surface, the rock will break along its…
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Can you change the setting on the Titan Series cone crusher while it’s crushing?
Dec 02, 2019In this video, Elias Macias, Applications Engineer at Telsmith explains how you can change settings on the Titan series cone crushers while it’s still crushing. You have two options with the Titan Series: 1. Standard Keypad or Pendant This method allows you to go back to your set point of your closed side setting, all while it’s crushing. 2.Optional Operator Interface Terminal (OIT) This method allows you to use the advanced features where you can…
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The 5 Telltales of a Looming Pitman Failure
Nov 08, 2019There are many methods for determining that the time has come to recondition your Telsmith swing jaw assembly. It has brought you through the busy and slow times in your operating seasons, now it’s time to evaluate it for the 5 telltales of an impending pitman failure. Confirming you have any 3 of these conditions usually gives you enough time to react and acquire necessary parts and start planning on repairs. Use this information wisely…
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How often do I change my cone crusher lubrication oil?
Oct 23, 2019In this video, David Ansay, Product Lifecycle Manager at Telsmith, explains how often you should change your cone crusher lubrication oil in order to protect your Telsmith investment. Here is what David covers in the video: We recommend that you replace your oil filter, breather, and clean the oil tank every 600 hours of operation or as indicated by your oil analysis program. For more information on servicing your equipment, please contact us at (262)…
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What is a Jaw Crusher?
Jul 16, 2019A jaw crusher is a compression type crusher, comprised of a fixed jaw and moving jaw positioned in a (V). The movable jaw compresses material against the fixed jaw, crushing the material to the desired size. The material exits the jaw through the bottom of the crusher otherwise known as the discharge opening. Changing the discharge opening controls the product size made by the crusher. Jaw crushers are mainly used at the primary stage of…
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What is the difference between a Cone Crusher and an Impact Crusher?
Jun 18, 2019Generally speaking, the major differences between Impact Crushers, both vertical shaft (VSI) and horizontal shaft (HSI), and Cone Crushers is the type of crushing force. Impact crushers crush by material impacting another object. Cone crushers use compression crushing where the material is crushed by being squeezed or compressed between two crushing surfaces. Selection of the type of crusher and the crushing process for any application depends on material hardness, and density of the material, feed…
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What is an Impact Crusher?
Jun 11, 2019The Aggregate Industry (Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Asphalt, Crushed Stone, Sand & Gravel), wants to process rock, sand, and gravel into a salable product as efficiently and inexpensively as possible. One such way to process these materials is sending gravel, rock, and sand through an Impact Crusher, which breaks up the material by either striking it with a rapidly moving blow bar or by throwing it into a stationary anvil where it breaks upon impact. Impact…
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What is a Cone Crusher?
Jun 04, 2019Cone crushers are a type of compression crusher used by aggregate, coal, concrete, crushing, fracking sand, and mining industries, which reduces material by squeezing or compressing it until it breaks. Specifically, the material is compressed between an eccentrically rotating piece of steel, the mantle, and a stationary piece of steel, the bowl. The material works its way down along the crushing chamber as it gets smaller, until the crushed material discharges at the bottom of…
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How does having anti-spin on a cone crusher help with liner wear?
Apr 30, 2019Anti-Spin technology extends the life of the cone crusher, keeping downtime and repair costs at a minimum. In this video, Jeff Gray, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Telsmith explains the two main reasons for using Anti-Spin technology in a Cone Crusher. Here are the important points Jeff covers in the video: Anti-Spin technology extends the life of the liners by not allowing material to scuff inside the chamber. Anti-Spin technology extends the life…
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Why should I put a bin and feeder before a cone crusher?
Apr 08, 2019There are two major reasons you would put a bin and feeder in front of a cone crusher. In this video, Dean Wolfe, Product Application Engineering Supervisor at Telsmith explains the major reasons for placing a bin and feeder before a cone crusher. Here are the important points Dean covers in the video: The surge bin allows for fluctuations in feed to be controlled and therefore to keep a choke feed on the cone crusher.…
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What speed and RPM should I run my 20-degree screen at?
Apr 08, 2019The correct speed and RPM are directly proportional to the aperture size for optimal screen performance. In this video, Al Van Mullem, Vice President Engineering at Telsmith explains that understanding the aperture’s opening will dictate what throw and speed you will select. Here are the important points Al covers in the video: In general, the larger the opening, the larger the throw; conversely, the smaller the opening, the smaller the throw. A typical application will…
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Can I make sand with my cone crusher?
Apr 08, 2019Yes, you can make sand with your cone crusher, making it a sand crusher and rock crusher. In this video, Jeff Gray, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Telsmith explains that with today’s cones and the Telsmith TRAC10 automation system, cone crushers can make sand. Here are the important points Jeff covers in the video: The Telsmith TRAC10 automation system monitors crusher operations, provides automated calibration and setting controls, and protects the crusher from…
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Can I still get parts for my 60-year-old machine and will they fit?
Apr 08, 2019Yes, ordering replacement parts for older machines are readily available from Telsmith. In this video, Dean Wolfe, Product Application Engineering Supervisor at Telsmith explains that replacement machine parts can be ordered no matter how old the machine is. Here are the important points Dean covers in the video: Continuing its 110-year-old tradition of building machines, Telsmith possesses all of the necessary machine tools to fabricate any replacement part. Telsmith fabricates all machine part from the…
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How often should I check or change the settings on a crusher?
Apr 08, 2019Crusher settings should be checked and adjusted regularly in order to maximize consistent finished products. In this video, Jeff Gray, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Telsmith explains the necessary adjustments for optimal settings for Jaw Crushers and Cone Crushers. Here are the important points Jeff covers in the video for Jaw Crushers: The abrasiveness of the material will determine the frequency in which the settings are checked: the periodic timeframe could be weekly,…
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How important is liner selection while running a cone crusher?
Mar 08, 2019Cone Crusher liner selection is very important in keeping your cone crusher running efficiently and producing a consistent sellable product. In this video, Al Van Mullem, Vice President of Engineering at Telsmith explains why choosing the right liner will benefit your cone crusher and overall operation. Here are the important points Al covers in the video. Be sure the feed opening is appropriate for the rock size that is being placed in the chamber. This…
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Vibrating Screen Media Types
Nov 01, 2018Often, we are asked about vibrating screen media types when discussing our vibratory screening equipment with producers. It’s no surprise that this is a very common question due to the fact that there are so many screen media options to choose from. In this blog, we will review in depth the basic vibrating screen media types, and the pros and cons for each type. Before we start, let’s quickly review the purpose of our screening…
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