Services

In today’s competitive market, mining companies demand proven and trusted technical solutions to improve their processes. ME Elecmetal specializes in crushing and grinding processing, and develops application-specific solutions through the use of  technical tools employed in its ME FIT System.

3D DEM Simulations

DEM (Discrete Element Method) simulations have become an essential tool in the design and optimization of equipment used in grinding and crushing applications.

ME Elecmetal’s three-dimensional DEM simulations and virtual mill and crusher models help quantify solutions for operational challenges related to crushing and milling; providing energy utilization, power consumption, tons processed and impact force, among others.

Simulation of partial ball mills without fragmentation / Simulation of complete SAG mills (feed and discharge).

2D DEM Simulations

DEM simulations in two dimensions are also available to our customers. These types of simulations are useful when customers require data sooner, or for less complex situations.

2D DEM Simulation: Original Design / 2D DEM Simulation: Optimized design, better use of energy.

FEA Simulations

The use of FEA (Finite Element Analysis) simulations is widespread in industrial and engineering applications, especially in the field of mechanics where they are commonly employed to simulate strain, stress, force, displacement, velocity, acceleration, etc.

FEA simulations make it possible to reproduce the mechanical behavior of both liners and the mill under various operating conditions in order to avoid unwanted failures, optimize processes and components, and reduce the time required for new product development.

Calculation of deformation in a grinding mill / Calculation of stress in a SAG mill grate / Calculation of deformation in a SAG mill pulp lifter.

ME Elecmetal Grinding Apps

ME Elecmetal Grinding Apps are a series of online applications developed to assist mineral processors in getting the most out of the grinding media used in their operations. You can access these tools online at our website www.me-elecmetal.com.

Examples of ME Elecmetal Grinding Apps.

One Point Wear & Performance Tracking

ME Elecmetal’s patented One Point Wear & Performance Tracking System is an online tool that stores both current and historical operating parameters, and liner wear profile data. It predicts remaining liner life, allows for comparison of current vs. historical wear rates and much more, all while drastically reducing measurement time.

The measurement process utilizes 3D laser scanning technology which can measure up to one million data points per second and an ultrasonic device to measure liner thickness. Once the information is collected, it is uploaded to an electronic data base, then a timely report is generated converting data into information enabling our customers to make informed maintenance and operational decisions.

Early Alert Service

Early alert service provides monitoring of mining equipment conditions through non-destructive and highly specialized technology such as 3D laser scanner metrology, vibro analysis and ultrasonic imaging (phased array).

Early alert services can be grouped into two types: 3D laser scanning metrology and predictive and symptomatic maintenance.

The 3D laser scanning metrology service consists of dynamic dimensional analysis through the use of 3D laser scanners. The 3D laser scanner can measure up to one million points per second. The point cloud is then processed with specialized software that produces a 3D image of the scanned equipment which is then used to analyze liner wear profiles, remaining thickness, etc.

Predictive and symptomatic maintenance consists of conducting an analysis of the operational and structural status of industrial equipment in order to determine what corrective actions must be taken to enable the equipment’s operational continuity in the event of a failure. Non-destructive detection methods are used such as vibro analysis, thermograph, ultrasound, penetrating liquids, magnetic particles and visual inspection.