ESS 2000 Series User manual

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ESS 2000 Series
Conveyor Belt Skirting System
Installation Operations Manual

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National Office Details
Location
Address
Phone & Email
CURRUMBIN
11 –13 Traders Way
PO Box 121
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[phone]
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TOLL FREE 1800 074 446 FROM ANYWHERE IN AUSTRALIA
VSS TOLL FREE 1800 300 877

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WARRANTY NOTE
ESS WARRANTS the ESS 2000 Series Conveyor Belt Skirting System to be free of
defects both in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of
despatch of the product from the ESS factory. The warranty given by ESSin this regard
will extend only to replacing or repairing product shown to be defective.
The warranty also is subject to the following restrictions:
(a) Installation of the product contrary to the instructions contained in the supplied
manual will void such warranty absolutely;
(b) The warranty will not extend to any liability for injuries incurred and which result from
the use of the product contrary to the instructions in the manual;
(c) Save as prescribed by law, ESS will not be liable for any damage sustained by a
purchaser or a third party by way of consequential loss arising out of defects in the
product.
You are asked to note that ESS offers purchasers a service whereby either:
(a) It will install the product and certify the correctness of such installation, or
(b) Certify the correctness or otherwise of the installation of the product by third parties.
This certification service is designed to ensure that you obtain the full benefit of the ESS
warranty hereby provided. If you would like to take advantage of the installation
certification service provided, please contact ESS regarding the service.
Refer to the Final Checklist at the back of this manual.
Visit the ESS website www.esseng.com.au to register your product warranty.
THE CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL ARE COPYRIGHT TO:
ESS ENGINEERING SERVICES AND SUPPLIES PTY LTD
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Information contained herein is for use in the operation of ESS 2000 Series Conveyor
Belt Skirting System, purchased from ESS and cannot be passed on to any other party
without express permission, in writing, from ESS.

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INDEX
SECTION 1
SAFETY
SECTION 2
INTRODUCTION
SECTION 3
PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION
SECTION 4
INSTALLATION
SECTION 5
COMMISSIONING
SECTION 6
TROUBLE SHOOTING
SECTION 7
INSTALLATION ARRANGEMENT DRAWING
SECTION 8
SECTION 9
EXPLODED PARTS DRAWING
FINAL CHECKLIST

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SECTION 1 - SAFETY
The ESS 2000 Conveyor Belt Skirting System is designed to be quickly and easily installed
and serviced by appropriate personnel.
Under no circumstances should servicing or installation of the ESS 2000 Skirt System be
carried out whilst the belt is in operation.
The conveyor must be shut down and locked out before any person enters or reaches into
the conveyor enclosure.
Ensure that only suitably qualified and trained personel install and service this product.
Ensure that all site and statutory safety procedures are followed.
All equipment, equipment access and installation / service procedures must comply with
AS1755, Conveyors –Safety Requirements.
ESS strongly recommends that a thorough Job Safety Analysis should be undertaken prior
to commencement of the installation to identify and manage hazards.

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SECTION 2 - INTRODUCTION
ESS 2000 Series is a conveyor belt skirting and sealing system comprising a rubber or urethane
seal and a weld-on clamp assembly.
ESS 2000 Series attaches to the outside of the conveyor belt load skirts to provide an effective
seal and prevent material loss and dust emissions.
Each ESS 2000 Skirting assembly comprises a 1200mm long backplate with four captive wedge
or cotter assemblies and two 590mm long clamp plates. The backplate may be site cut to 600mm
long and used with a single clamp plate. This enables skirt lengths of any multiple of 600mm to be
accommodated using standard components.
For skirt lengths that are not a multiple of 600mm, refer to Section 4.1 for installation details.
The rubber seal is secured in place by the clamp plates which are in turn held by two captive
wedges (or Cotters). This system allows ease of adjustment or replacement of the rubber seal.
Never install a Clamp Plate that is secured by only one captive wedge (Cotter).
Severe belt damage may result. Refer to Section 4.1 for installation details.

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SECTION 3 - PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION
3.1 CHECK INSTALLATION DRAWINGS -
Ensure that you have the correct drawings and equipment for your conveyor(s).
3.2 ASSEMBLE THE NECESSARY TOOLS & SAFETY EQUIPMENT
REQUIRED FOR THE INSTALLATION
3.3 OBSERVE THE CONVEYOR WHILE RUNNING AND CONVEYING
MATERIAL -
Determine loading point.
Note direction of conveyor belt travel.
Observe conveyor belt tracking. Conveyor belt must track centrally.
Observe idlers;
Ensure conveyor belt does not raise from idlers
Ensure idlers are spaced correctly so conveyor belt does not sag.
If conveyor belt does sag under material loading, additional idlers
or ESS GUARDABELT Impact Cradle or GUARDASEAL Belt
Support Systems should be installed.
Observe Material on conveyor belt. Material should be loaded on centre of
belt.
3.4 INSPECT WEAR LINERS AND CHUTE WALL -
Ensure wear liners and chute wall are in good condition (no cracks, holes,
slits or grooves).
Ensure wear liners and chute wall are straight along bottom edge or material
will build up between wear liner and the skirting system.
For Snug Fit Rubber Skirt ensure dimension ‘A’ from conveyor belt to the
bottom of the existing steel work is obtainable. See table below, and
drawing F0169 in section 7.

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SNUG-FIT SKIRT RUBBER
BELT
THROUGH
ANGLE
DIM ‘A’
WHICH EDGE DOWN
15°
10 - 15
20°
20°
10 - 15
20°
30°
15
45°
35°
15 - 20
45°
45°
25
45°
For Square Edge Skirting Rubber ensure 8 –12mm from conveyor belt to
the bottom of the existing steel work is obtainable.
IF ANY OF THE ABOVE PROBLEMS EXIST, CORRECT BEFORE INSTALLATION OR
CONTACT ESS.
IF PRESENT, REMOVE EXISTING SKIRTING SYSTEM AND MOUNTING HARDWARE.
3.5 UNUSUAL CONDITIONS -
CONTACT ESS ON 1800 074 446 before installation if any of the following
conditions exist:
concave or convex curves in chute wall or belt.
extreme side pressures
fast (>4.6 m/sec) conveyor belt
temperature extremes - below 7° C or above 65° C
corrosive atmosphere

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SECTION 4 - INSTALLATION
WARNING: BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH INSTALLATION, ENSURE THAT THE
CONVEYOR BELT DRIVE AND ALL ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT IS
FULLY ISOLATED AND LOCKED OUT.
CONTACT WITH A MOVING CONVEYOR BELT OR ITS COMPONENTS
CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
4.1 Installation Procedure
1. If the steel skirt plates are greater than dimension A (Sect 3.4) from the belt
surface, it may be necessary to extend the plates closer to the belt. A 150x10
flat bar welded to the outside of the chute or skirt side walls is an easy way to
achieve this, as long as sufficient freeboard is available outside the skirt line.
2. Take an ESS 2000 Back Plate section and position it such that the bottom edge
is uniformly dimension A (Sect 3.4) from the belt, and one end is at the required
start point of the skirt seal (preferably toward the tail end of the conveyor). The
bottom edge of the ESS 2000 must not protrude below the bottom edge of the
skirt plate or chute wall –see step 1 above.
Weld the backplate to the skirt / chute wall, using a 3mm x 25 long fillet weld at
the top above each captive wedge, and plug weld in each lower slot. Use an
appropriate welding blanket to protect the belt surface.
3. Repeat step 2 for the full skirt length, simply butting consecutive Backing Plates
against each other, maintaining dimension A from the belt. For skirt lengths that
are multiples of 600mm, and the final or closing length required is 600mm,
simply cut the backing plate in half (2 x 600mm sections), and fit the half length
of Backplate with one full Clamp Plate.
For closing lengths greater than 600mm, but less than 1200mm, cut a Backing
Plate to 600mm and install as described above. Use the following procedures
to complete the installation.

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NEVER INSTALL A CLAMP PLATE WITH ONLY ONE
CAPTIVE WEDGE OR COTTER.
SEVERE BELT DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
For closing lengths less than 600mm the following procedures may be utilised:
There are four options for a smaller Clamp Plate length:
For lengths of 500-600mm, the Backplate may be trimmed to the
required length at one end only. Cut the end furthest from the previous
Backplate. Fit the Backplate as previously described. Cut the Clamp
plate at the same end.
Potential Belt
Damage Point

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For lengths of 380 –600mm, the Backplate can be trimmed equally from
both ends so that the two captive wedges (cotters) remain in the centre.
Fit the Backplate as described above. Similarly, trim the Clamp Plate to
the same length, minus 5mm each end for clearance.
For smaller lengths, the Backplate may be trimmed as described above,
plus cut and joined in the middle to reduce the centres of the captive
wedges (cotters). The two cotters may be reduced to 150mm centres
minimum. Weld the Backplate sections back together and dress smooth
with a grinder. The Clamp Plate will also be cut and re-joined in a similar
manner, again allowing 5mm clearance at the ends.

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Finally, a Three-Cotter Clamp Plate may be constructed. The Backplate
can be cut to a single cotter and installed as per standard units. The
Clamp Plate is then cut to match the Backplate, and welded to the
adjacent Clamp Plate to form a longer Clamp Plate with three cotters.
Ensure that the fabricated longer Clamp Plate has its holes at the same
centres as the Cotters in the Backplate.
Any of the above methods is acceptable. Again, NEVER install a Clamp Plate with
only a single Captive Wedge or Cotter. A minimum of two Cotters is required
for each Clamp Plate.
4. Grind each plug weld flush with the face of the backing plate if necessary.
5. Measure the required length of skirting rubber required, and cut this length from
the roll supplied. See the cutting procedure following in section 4.2.
6. Insert the skirting rubber from one end, making sure that the correct edge is
downward. Secure the rubber by placing the ESS 2000 clamps plates in
position over the captive wedges, and lightly tapping the wedges to hold the
rubber.
7. Insert a screwdriver in the Clamp plate slot and push down the rubber until it
lightly but uniformly contacts the conveyor belt, loosening the nearest wedge if
necessary. Firmly tap wedges tight and repeat the process for consecutive
clamp plates. Do not overtighten the rubber against the belt, or the wedge.
8. Remove the weld blanket, and any installation debris from the conveyor.
10. Remove danger tags and return conveyor to service, following plant
procedures.
NOTE: IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS, OR ARE UNCLEAR ON ANY INSTALLATION
STEP, CONTACT ESS ON CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER 1800 074 446.

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4.2 Cutting Procedure for ESS 2000 Rubber Skirt Seals
Caution:
Ensure that the following procedure is carried out in a safe position away
from the conveyor belt. This procedure is to be undertaken in conjunction
with the Safe Working Practices outlined in this Installation Manual.
Any installation of equipment, and any equipment installed must comply with
AS 1755-2000 Conveyors –Safety requirements.
The following steps are recommended for the safe cutting of ESS Snug-Fit and Square
Edge rubber skirt seals:
Step 1 Measure and mark the required length of ESS 2000 skirt rubber for the job being
undertaken. A white paint marker is recommended, and the mark should be
perpendicular to the length of the rubber.
Step 2 Place the rubber in a vice, or firmly clamp it to a suitable piece of structure.
Position the cut mark so that it is free and accessible for a cut to be made, and
that the rubber is free on one side of the mark.
Step 3 Have an assistant grip the free end of the rubber to prevent excessive movement,
and to open the cut as it progresses. Using a hacksaw with a fresh blade, slowly
begin to cut the rubber from the top of the mark.
A knife or sharp blade is not recommended due to the hazards involved.
Ensure that appropriate PPE is worn, including eye protection and suitable
gloves.

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Step 4 The assistant should hold the cut open by firmly holding the rubber and turning it
slightly downward. Do not apply excessive load –this could result in a fall when
the final cut releases the rubber.

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Step 5 Continue as above until the cut is completed. Release the end of the rubber from
the vice, and install as described in the ESS 2000 manual. Store the left over
rubber in a suitable place in line with good house-keeping practice.

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SECTION 5 - COMMISSIONING
A note on safety:
No additional safety hazards are present with ESS 2000® Skirting other than normal
conveyor belt dangers.
In particular:
Beware of moving conveyor belts.
Beware of pinch points
Do not attempt to install, maintain or disassemble any part of a conveyor belt
without first isolating and tagging the conveyor drive.
1. Following site safety and start-up procedures, start conveyor belt and run under
normal conditions for 10 minutes. Observe ESS 2000® Skirting and look for
material leakage.
WARNING: BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH COMMISSIONING, ENSURE THAT THE
CONVEYOR BELT DRIVE IS FULLY ISOLATED AND LOCKED OUT.
2. Lockout / tagout all power to conveyor belt and conveyor accessories.
3. Adjust skirting rubber by following step 7 in Section 4.1.
4. Remove danger tags and return conveyor to service, following plant
procedures.
5. Start conveyor and run under normal conditions.

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SECTION 6 –TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
SOLUTION
1.
Conveyor belt won’t run after
installation.
Skirting Rubber is installed too tightly against conveyor
belt.
2.
Excessive Skirting Rubber
wear.
Skirting Rubber is installed too tightly against conveyor
belt.
3.
Product leaking from under
skirting.
Skirting rubber is not installed uniformly against the belt.

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SECTION 7 –INSTALLATION ARRANGEMENT DRAWING

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SECTION 8 –EXPLODED PARTS DRAWING

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SECTION 9 FINAL CHECKLIST
Site:____________________________ Number: _____________________ Date:___________________
Site Equipment No./Location: _________________________ Site Contact: _________________________
Completed By: _____________________________________
(
(C Ci ir rc cl le e Y Ye es s o or r N No o B Be el lo ow w) )
1. Was equipment to ESS Specification? _______________________________ Yes/No
Drawing No. Ref:_________________________________________Attached? Yes/No
If No, WHY _______________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
Will this affect performance? Yes/No
If Yes, WHY ______________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
2. Was this a standard service inspection installation? Yes/No
If No, WHY _______________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
3. Was work carried out as per procedure and JSA? Yes/No
If No, WHY _______________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
4. Is equipment fit for commissioning? Yes/No
If No, WHY _______________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
5. Was a final inspection carried out while plant was running? Yes/No
If No, WHY _______________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
6. Has anything changed from previous service / inspection / installation? Yes/No
If Yes, WHAT _____________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
7. Is equipment performance to Client expectations? Yes/No
If No, WHY _______________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
ESS Signature: ______________________________ Client Signature: ____________________________