When is it time to rebuild your belt filter press?

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Performing regular maintenance on your belt filter press can keep you up and running smoothly for years, but eventually your machine may require a full rebuild to maintain performance. That’s why we put together this list of indicators to help you make the case for rebuilding your equipment. 

A rebuild can restore or improve your equipment’s dewatering or thickening performance. It is also around 30% less expensive than purchasing a new machine and comes with the same warranty as a new belt filter press.

If you are experiencing more than three of the operational and visible indicators below, it may be time to think about a rebuild.

 

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Operational issues that point to a belt filter press rebuild

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Equipment operating for more than ~ 60K – 80K hours (or 12 – 15 years)

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Reduced capacity from original specifications

 

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Reduced cake dryness

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Bearing failures

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Uneven belt wear or belts frequently coming off track

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Belts last less than 2,000 hours

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Frequent maintenance and downtime

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Frequent hydraulic issues (uneven pressure, high reservoir temperature, belt tensioning issues)

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Malfunctioning control panel

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Malfunctioning electrical sensors and switches

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Atypical sounds (rhythmic thumping, banging, or clanging)

Visible signs that a belt filter press rebuild may be needed

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Rollers peeling or uneven wear

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Corroded frame components/brackets (flaking metal for example)

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Frequent hydraulic leaks

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Peeling / corroded bearing housings

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Worn gravity deck grid strips/plows, or dry rot of rubber components

Download this interactive checklist.

 

Need help determining if a rebuild is right for you? Talk to a rebuilds expert today and schedule your free equipment assessment!

Need help determining if a rebuild is right for you? Talk to a rebuilds expert today and schedule your free equipment assessment!


What's included? An Alfa Laval expert will visit your site for a full inspection of your equipment. You’ll receive a full report (budgetary proposal) of recommended repairs / replacements that includes options to fit your budget and deliver the performance you will most benefit from.

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