By Serge Raymond, MAJOR Product Specialist If you’re in the aggregate or mining industry and rely on tensioned screen media for your vibrating screens, you’ve probably heard of the crown curve. But what exactly is it, and why is it important? What is the Crown Curve?The crown curve, or camber, is a high point created…
Screen media selection can have a significant impact on an aggregate operation. Choosing the right screen media requires an understanding of wire diameter, open area percentage and more. As a result, facility managers often turn to screen media manufacturers for advice on how to choose the best options for their unique application. Check out common…
Reviewing the Impacts of Undetected Screen Media Maintenance Issues Proactive maintenance is key to maximizing uptime and ensuring a high-quality aggregate product. Identifying and responding to issues quickly is vital when it comes to minimizing losses from downtime and repairs. In some cases, the problem is not apparent until operators realize the end product is…
This year marks a memorable occasion for MAJOR as we proudly celebrate our 140th anniversary! Over the decades, we have withstood the test of time by innovating, adapting, and continuously improving to meet the ever-evolving needs of the industry and our valued customers. Reflecting on our rich history, we are deeply grateful to our dedicated…
Looking Beyond Cost Per Ton to Gauge Operational Productivity Productivity is essential in any plant’s operation, which understandably makes a low cost of production per ton a desired goal. Many variables contribute to a plant’s cost of production per ton, including the cost of mining, transportation, processing and labor. Screen media plays a vital role…
How Customized High-Vibration Screen Media Can Optimize Operations Screen media is often an afterthought for mineral processing operations. In the car world, an equivalent would be tires. When purchasing a new car, buyers are often focused on larger, “flashier” components such as the body shell, engine or the latest electronic bells and whistles over…
Standard Wire vs. Stainless Steel Wire vs. OPTIMUMWIRE By Serge Raymond, MAJOR product specialist Maximizing production efficiency is the top priority for mineral processing operations. With so many different screen media options on the market, understanding the differences between them can help you capitalize on your investment and achieve peak screening performance. While often…
As the demand for raw materials grows, producers need to utilize new technologies to ensure screening efficiency and reliability. Unscheduled downtime from changing out worn screen media or other maintenance activities, for example, can significantly impact production. Here are three technologies to watch for to keep your operation running at peak performance. High-Vibration…
By Serge Raymond, MAJOR product specialist As the current in-demand specification of finished raw materials becomes tighter and more stringent, producers need to examine their production process in order to maximize profitability. This is where customized screen media excels. Proper Screen Media Selection While often overlooked, proper screen media selection is critical to maximizing screen…
By Serge Raymond, MAJOR product specialist Reducing downtime is more important than ever to meet the rising demand for raw materials, such as aggregate, limestone or coal. Common problems like blinding and pegging affect productivity, preventing operations from maximizing their time, production and, most importantly, profit. But there is a solution: high-vibration screen…
Material processing is the heart of an operation, and your screen media is the backbone. Keeping screen
media well-maintained and ensuring proper installation isn’t just another task to check off your to-do
list. It can either make or break your production line.
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