Dual sensor chain break detector

Details Dual sensor chain break detector Dual sensor chain break detector

2010-04-26

2011-11-22

Bidwell, James R (Department: 3651)

Conveyors: power-driven

Conveyor section

Endless conveyor

C198S817000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08061510

ABSTRACT:
A device for detecting and adjusting the tension of a scraper chain. The device identifies broken chain as it leaves the return sprocket and enters the top race of the conveyor. When detected, the chain can be stopped automatically by the armored face conveyor control system, to avoid the potential for further damage, and warn the operators that repair of the chain is required. The device also has a conveyor with sliding frames at both ends to allow the conveyor ends to be independently adjusted to each end of the coal block, while maintaining good chain tension and control.

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UK Intellectual Property Office Search Report, Application No. GB0907258.8, dated Apr. 8, 2010.

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