Extreme-Duty

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Extreme-Duty

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Overview: The document outlines the technical specifications and features of Van der Graaf's drum motors, tailored for extreme-duty applications in the bulk handling industry. It covers dimensions, specifications, energy efficiency, and safety features.
Specifications: Drum motors are available in series TM500, TM630, and TM800, with diameters from 20" to 31.5" and horsepower ranging from 20 to 200 hp. They are designed to endure high belt tension and include heavy-duty cast iron components.
Design Features: The motors have an advanced internal design, eliminating the need for external parts like motors and gearboxes, enhancing safety, reducing maintenance, and optimizing space.
Energy & Cost Savings: Operating at 96% mechanical efficiency, these motors offer up to 30% energy savings over conventional systems, with minimal maintenance required, such as oil changes after 50,000 hours.
Safety and Maintenance: The design enhances operator safety by enclosing moving parts within the conveyor frame. The motors are virtually maintenance-free, requiring no continual adjustments.
Technical Information: Includes charts and tables on belt pull calculations, horsepower requirements, and electric motor specifications, along with a full load amp chart.
Options and Customization: Offers various lagging options and customization for non-standard lengths and face widths.
Conclusion: Van der Graaf's drum motors provide a durable and efficient solution for conveyor belt drives in harsh environments.
Energy and Cost Savings Analysis: The analysis shows higher efficiency (83.5% vs. 55.2%) and significant energy and cost savings with drum motors, with annual energy consumption at 185,830 kWh compared to 281,090 kWh for conventional systems, saving approximately $7,620 annually.
Calculations: Detailed calculations for belt pull and horsepower requirements are provided for various operational scenarios.
Diagrams and Graphs: Illustrate components and efficiency comparisons between conventional and drum motor-driven systems, highlighting energy and cost benefits.
Recommendations: Suggests using Van der Graaf drum motors for improved efficiency and cost savings in conveyor operations.
Horsepower Tables for Bulk Conveyors: Provides horsepower tables detailing power requirements for various conveyor systems.
Company Overview: Van der Graaf has been a leader in material handling for over 50 years, known for innovative designs and exceptional customer service.
Contact Information: Contact Van der Graaf Inc. via phone or email, with more information available on their website.
Notes: Includes a disclaimer about potential design and specification modifications, with information as of June 2016.
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Engineered to Keep Your Business Running • Dimensions & Specifications • Electric Motor Full Load AMP Chart • Drum Motor Design Features • Energy & Cost Savings Analysis TORQU T"lbs.

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www.vandergraaf.com E-mail: [email protected] Tel: +1 (905) 793-8100 ©2016 Van der Graaf Inc. All Rights Reserved. Van der Graaf Inc. holds the rights on modifying the designs and its specifications and others noted here. E&O

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DESIGN BENEFITS Van der Graaf is a leading designer and manufacturer of specially engineered drum motors. Built to endure the demands of the bulk handling industry – from ship loading, to power generation, to surface and underground mining. Van der Graaf products are manufactured and marketed worldwide through a respected international network of distributors. As the leading global supplier of conveyor belt drives, Van der Graaf has proven to be highly intuitive in projecting and reacting to changing market demands. The Extreme Duty Series offers a conveyor drive in which all components are housed...

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STANDARD FEATURES EXTREME-DUTY CONSTRUCTION The drum motor utilizes heavy duty bolt-on cast iron end caps and cast iron gear housing. This provides a strong, durable construction and the ability to withstand greater levels of belt tension over typical motorized drives. Gears are precision designed and manufactured by the most stringent industry standard to provide years of continuous service. HUB DESIGN: Design A: Bearing hubs exend beyond the shell ELECTRIC MOTOR All Van der Graaf electric motors are manufactured to inverter duty standards. Insulation: All material used for the electric motor...

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OPTIONS NON-STANDARD LENGTH / EXTRA LONG FACE WIDTH Please contact your Van der Graaf technical representative for details. SHELL (DRUM): The shell of the Van der Graaf drum motor is machined to convex crown approximately 1% of the diameter in order to help track the belt more accurately. Other crown profiles such as trapezoidal or flat face are available. LAGGING: Van der Graaf offers a complete line of optional lagging materials. Hot Bond: a vulcanization process to hot bond rubber wrapped to the outside of the drive shell. Available in plain, herringbone and diamond pattern finishes. Slide...

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DIMENSIONS (in inches) Standard face widths* (L) in inches: *Some face widths are not available in all horsepowers. For minimum available face widths refer to page 12. **Idler dimensions are identical to the drum motor with no junction box. www.vandergraaf.com E-mail:[email protected] Tel: +1 (905)793-8100 ©2016 Van der Graaf Inc. All Rights Reserved. Van der Graaf Inc. holds the rights on modifying the designs and its specifications and others noted here. E&OE. d_500A100 (06/2016) ■ Page 4

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V = Belt Speed (ft/min) M/G = Motor/Gear Reducer Configuration (at rated horsepower) www.vandergraaf.com E-mail:[email protected] Tel: +1 (905)793-8100 ©2016 Van der Graaf Inc. All Rights Reserved. Van der Graaf Inc. holds the rights on modifying the designs and its specifications and others noted here. E&OE. s_500A100 (09/2016) ■ Page 5

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Standard face widths* (L) in inches: *Some face widths are not available in all horsepowers. For minimum available face widths refer to page 12. **Idler dimensions are identical to the drum motor with no junction box. www.vandergraaf.com E-mail:[email protected] Tel: +1 (905)793-8100 ©2016 Van der Graaf Inc. All Rights Reserved. Van der Graaf Inc. holds the rights on modifying the designs and its specifications and others noted here. E&OE. d_630A100 (06/2016) ■ Page 6

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V = Belt Speed (ft/min) M/G = Motor/Gear Reducer Configuration (at rated horsepower) www.vandergraaf.com E-mail:[email protected] Tel: +1 (905)793-8100 ©2016 Van der Graaf Inc. All Rights Reserved. Van der Graaf Inc. holds the rights on modifying the designs and its specifications and others noted here. E&OE. s_630A100 (08/2016) ■ Page 7

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Standard face widths* (L) in inches: *Some face widths are not available in all horsepowers. For minimum available face widths refer to page 12. **Idler dimensions are identical to the drum motor with no junction box. www.vandergraaf.com E-mail:[email protected] Tel: +1 (905)793-8100 ©2016 Van der Graaf Inc. All Rights Reserved. Van der Graaf Inc. holds the rights on modifying the designs and its specifications and others noted here. E&OE. d_800A100 (06/2016) ■ Page 8

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V = Belt Speed (ft/min) M/G = Motor/Gear Reducer Configuration (at rated horsepower) www.vandergraaf.com E-mail:[email protected] Tel: +1 (905)793-8100 ©2016 Van der Graaf Inc. All Rights Reserved. Van der Graaf Inc. holds the rights on modifying the designs and its specifications and others noted here. E&OE. s_800A100 (07/2016) ■ Page 9

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Standard face widths* (L) in inches: Bracket AB 130 *Some face widths are not available in all horsepowers. For minimum available face widths refer to page 12. **Idler dimensions are identical to the drum motor with no junction box. www.vandergraaf.com E-mail:[email protected] Tel: +1 (905)793-8100 ©2016 Van der Graaf Inc. All Rights Reserved. Van der Graaf Inc. holds the rights on modifying the designs and its specifications and others noted here. E&OE. d_800A130 (06/2016) ■ Page 10

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V = Belt Speed (ft/min) M/G = Motor/Gear Reducer Configuration (at rated horsepower) www.vandergraaf.com E-mail: [email protected] Tel: +1 (905) 793-8100 ©2016 Van der Graaf Inc. All Rights Reserved. Van der Graaf Inc. holds the rights on modifying the designs and its specifications and others noted here. E&OE. s_800A130 (10/2017) ■ Page 11

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www.vandergraaf.com E-mail:[email protected] Tel: +1 (905)793-8100 ©2016 Van der Graaf Inc. All Rights Reserved. Van der Graaf Inc. holds the rights on modifying the designs and its specifications and others noted here. E&OE. (09/2016) - Page 12

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www.vandergraaf.com E-mail:[email protected] Tel: +1 (905)793-8100 ©2016 Van der Graaf Inc. All Rights Reserved. Van der Graaf Inc. holds the rights on modifying the designs and its specifications and others noted here. E&OE. (09/2016) - Page 13

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