What the industry think
Many quarry operations have now retrofitted the SuperDrive™ units.
At Tarmac's Wensley Quarry two SuperDrive™ motorised pulleys have been installed, which required minimal modification to existing structures. The two new units replaced two conventional electric drives. Victoria Wood, Quarry Manager, commented, "The two new units fitted into our dust processing plant are working well and so far have required no maintenance which is beneficial in terms of health and safety."
Brett Aggregates also have been the recipient of three new SuperDrive™ units. Installed at their Cliffe Quarry, Keith Cooper, Electrical Engineer said "The Canning SuperDrive™ is a totally enclosed drive which needs very low mechanical maintenance eliminating the gearbox and couplings. A great alternative to the past noisy drives we are used to."
Mansfield Sand, not to be left out have also invested in the new units. Several have been installed at their Ratcher Hill Quarry; Martin Cooper, Electrical Maintenance Manager, commented "Reduction in operating costs is a priority nowadays, reduced power consumption and lower maintenance costs is a refreshing change and always welcome."