Safe operation of the Scraper Winch:
Factors in how to operate a Scraper Winch safely and at optimal levels require assigning the correct Scraper Winch for the job. Since there are various types of Scraper Winches on the market for various applications, it is necessary to choose the right Scraper Winch. Consideration should also be given to the distance the ore will travel, the space allocated to the winch, and the amount of load the winch will pull.
Proper installation of the snatch block is critical to the performance of the Scraper Winch to avoid safety related issues and the ability to operate the scraper properly with the Scraper Winch. Routine maintenance of the winch is critical, and routine maintenance can extend the life of the winch. Additionally, winch drivers need to be properly trained in effective and safe winch use, as well as how to check the winch with the correct checklist before the start and end of a shift.
Choose the right Scraper Winch for the job:
The weight of the load that the Scraper Winch will pull, the distance the Scraper Winch will pull the load, the space available for installing and operating the Scraper Winch, and the safety factors to consider need to be determined.
Installation Precautions:
Once the correct winch is selected and ready to install, there are many factors to consider. The winch must be installed on a flat concrete surface to minimize winch vibration. The winch must be secured with the winch clamp and six fixing bolts. In addition, the Scraper Winch must be at a 90-degree angle to the grapple block, and the wire cable should be on the Scraper Winch drum, and the scraper must be able to move between the grapple block and the Scraper Winch.
