In operational contexts where high impact loads and continuous wear converge, conventional solutions tend to lose effectiveness. Faced with this challenge, SIGECO has developed the WEAR BLOCK FEROBIDE, an applied engineering solution designed to respond to highly demanding environments, such as those present in large-scale operations. mining.

This system has been implemented in a major HUDBAY operation, where the constant impact of rock between 6” and 10”, combined with severe abrasion conditions, demands superior performance. The development is not limited to prolonging the useful life of the components, but also seeks to guarantee operational reliability in scenarios where other materials present premature failures.
The WEAR BLOCK FEROBIDE is made up of a structural design that integrates specific elements to maximize its performance. Impact bars in HARDOX 500® They absorb and dissipate energy from direct impacts, protecting the whole. In the critical wear zone, the FEROBIDE® material, composed of tungsten carbide, provides high abrasion resistance without compromising toughness, maintaining its integrity under extreme conditions. Added to this is a base structure in A36 steel, which ensures stability and adequate stress distribution, along with a lower anchoring system that facilitates installation and maintenance in the field.

The results obtained in operation show significant improvements in continuity operational. Among the main benefits are the extension of the useful life of the components, the reduction of corrective interventions and the optimization of the cost per ton processed. This performance validates the effectiveness of the design against real working conditions.

Likewise, the use of FEROBIDE® is positioned as a key solution in critical applications such as transfer chutes, discharge chutes, high impact points and material handling systems, where a balance between wear resistance and impact absorption capacity is required.

Con This development, SIGECO reaffirms its focus on applied engineering, aimed at solving specific operational challenges. The company continues to promote solutions that not only respond in the laboratory, but also demonstrate their value in the field, contributing to the efficiency and sustainability of industrial operations.