The designs of our machines are guided by several principles which are important to fully understand and appreciate the value throughout the equipment lifespan and end of life recovery. In practice, many machines over 15 years old have proven that these design principles give our clients the lifespan and value we promised.
Original design parameters:
- For average use, excluding extreme wear cases and unusual damage, all our machines are intended to have a useful lifespan of not less than 30 years, presuming normal maintenance is performed at recommended intervals.
- All wear parts are replaceable by the average skilled maintenance person.
- All wear parts are of common materials which are expected to be readily available in the marketplace in the future. This includes various widely used metals and plastics.
- Wear parts will be produced by us for not less than 30 years from the ship date of the machine.
- All machines are designed to be easily reconditioned when wear extends beyond the common wear parts or severe damage occurs.
- Wherever practical, we use modular design principles so that even in extreme cases of damage, a “section” of the machine where damage occurred can be completely replaced and the machine returned to “like new” condition.
- Periodic evaluation of machine histories as a series may reveal upgrade possibilities that can extend the lifespan and enhance productivity. These will always be offered to our customers after successful testing.
- The machines are designed and built so that no part of the machine needs to be landfilled at the end of life.
End of life disposal and recovery:
- The machines are built with common materials that lend themselves to easy recycling, such as metals and plastics.
- There are no components on the machines which need to be landfilled. They are completely recyclable.
- Gearmotors contain oil which must be removed before recycling. This oil is recyclable.
- Bearings contain grease which must be removed before recycling. This grease can be recycled.
- Plastic wear parts should be removed from the machines and recycled separately.
- Explosion panels are typically aluminum. They should be removed and recycled separately.
- Electrical and electronic components are completely recyclable when sent to the proper facility.
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