Adjustable Magnetic Separator Gap in Shredder Conveyors
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing shredders with magnetic separators are not adjustable in position, leading to inefficiencies in separating ferromagnetic materials and hindering compact configurations, especially when dealing with varying material thicknesses.
Innovation Solution
A shredder with a magnetic separator that is movably mounted, allowing adjustment of the gap between the main and magnetic conveyor belts to accommodate different material thicknesses, and can be tilted into a compact configuration.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the magnetic separator is fixed in position, then the structure is simple and stable, but the gap between the magnetic conveyor belt and main conveyor belt cannot be adjusted for different material thicknesses
Solution Approach 1:
The magnetic separator is designed with movable mounting that allows adjustment of its position relative to the main conveyor belt. The gap between the magnetic conveyor belt and main conveyor belt can be dynamically adjusted to accommodate different material thicknesses, transforming a static structure into a dynamic one that adapts to varying operational requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention enables change of the gap parameter between the magnetic conveyor belt and main conveyor belt. By adjusting this physical parameter, the system can handle materials of different thicknesses effectively, allowing the magnetic separator to maintain optimal separation performance across varying material conditions.
2Ease of operation
If the magnetic separator is fixed, then the structure is stable, but the main conveyor belt cannot be tilted into a compact configuration when not in use
Solution Approach 1:
The magnetic separator is mounted movably on the shredder frame, allowing it to move relative to the main conveyor belt. This dynamic mounting enables the main conveyor belt to be tilted into a compact configuration when not in use, while the magnetic separator can be repositioned to maintain the appropriate gap for separation operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting structure is divided into independent components: the shredder frame, the main conveyor belt assembly, and the magnetic separator assembly. This segmentation allows the main conveyor belt to be tilted independently into a compact configuration while the magnetic separator remains positioned for operation, or vice versa.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the gap between magnetic conveyor belt and main conveyor belt is large, then thick material can be processed, but ferromagnetic material may be out of the field of attraction
Solution Approach 1:
The gap between the magnetic conveyor belt and main conveyor belt is made adjustable rather than fixed. This dynamic adjustment capability allows the system to optimize the gap size for each specific material thickness being processed, ensuring that ferromagnetic materials remain within the effective magnetic attraction field while accommodating variations in material thickness.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention enables dynamic change of the gap parameter based on the thickness of the material being processed. By adjusting this critical parameter, the system maintains optimal separation efficiency across different material conditions, ensuring ferromagnetic materials remain within the magnetic field's effective range.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables efficient separation of ferromagnetic materials across varying thicknesses and facilitates compact storage when not in use, enhancing versatility and reliability.
Implementation Method 1
a magnetic separator consisting of a magnetic conveyor belt that attracts the ferromagnetic parts, separating them from the rest of the shredded material
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AI summary
A shredder (100) comprises: a shredding chamber (1) having a shredder system suitable for shredding a material, a main conveyor belt (2) arranged in such a way to receive the shredded material from the shredding chamber and unload said shredded material towards an unloading end, and a magnetic separator (4) having a magnetic conveyor belt (41) arranged above the main conveyor belt (2) so as to define a gap (I); the magnetic separator (4) is movably mounted so as to vary the gap (I); and the shredder (100) comprises an actuator (7) suitable for moving the magnetic separator (4) so as to vary the gap (I).