Sandvik Rock Processing continues to support African mines with engineered-to-order crushing and screening solutions designed to improve throughput and efficiency.
The design process is iterative, involving further collaboration between Sandvik Rock Processing’s product specialists, engineers and the customer’s technical teams. Where required, physical material testing is conducted at the company’s in-house material testing laboratory. “For screening equipment, for instance, Finite Element Analysis (FEA) provides an additional verification layer,” she says. “This allows us to confirm the structural and mechanical integrity of custom screen designs before they leave the factory, ensuring they can withstand the dynamic loads they will encounter in operation.” Another significant advantage of the ETO model is the consolidation of supplier responsibility. In multi-OEM installations, it can be difficult to determine where accountability lies when system performance does not meet expectations. Crusher suppliers may attribute problems to screening equipment, while screen suppliers may point to upstream processes, leaving the customer caught in the middle. “With our ETO process approach, the mine has a single OEM to engage with to deliver the plant - one that understands the full system and has engineered every component to work together seamlessly,” Yatras says. Yatras is quick to point out that Sandvik is not an EPCM house and the company remains focused on delivering crushing and screening product solutions. “This means that the client and the EPCM are still accountable for the civil works and installation. Our product model is focused on the fast delivery of an ETO solution, allowing the client to focus on the other areas.” She emphasises that commissioning an ETO plant is not the end of the engagement but rather
Sandvik Rock Processing combines deep equipment knowledge with a clear understanding of customer operations to deliver crushing and screening solutions aligned with site requirements.
the start of a longer-term performance optimisation relationship. Sandvik Rock Processing offers its ACS next-generation condition monitoring system for crushers and vibrating screens. This platform provides operators and service teams with real-time data on equipment condition, enabling more informed maintenance decisions and improved uptime. “The value of this capability extends beyond convenience,” she explains. “In one instance, where a customer’s screen was connected through ACS, we were able to predict an exciter failure up to three weeks in advance. Avoiding unplanned downtime is a major contributor to lowering total cost of ownership.” Yatras notes that Sandvik Rock Processing continues to invest in dedicated ETO management resources to support the growing adoption of this concept across Africa. As mining companies respond to strong commodity prices by expanding capacity and upgrading facilities, the company sees increasing opportunity for ETO solutions. “We are proactively taking the ETO concept to market,” she concludes. “Our aim is to give customers and EPCs a clear starting point for discussions about how engineered solutions can unlock new levels of performance in crushing and screening plants.” n
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