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Thickener drives

Outotec drives are renowned for their high


performance and reliability
Choosing

the

right

drive

Benefits
is

vital

to

thickener

performance. The drive system must be capable of

Reduced maintenance requirements


High availability

pushing the rake mechanism through the compacted

Robust and reliable design

bed in order to assist the formation and removal of high

Global service network

density underflow. Using the latest cutting-edge FEA


design tools, Outotec drives are robust and reliable,
thereby avoiding unnecessary downtime and loss in
profits.

Drive options
Hydraulic rake drive
Outotec hydraulic drives use a hydraulic motor,
acting through a high efficiency planetary gearbox to
drive the rakes. An optional rake lifting mechanism
comprises a number of hydraulic cylinders operating
in parallel, which raise and lower the drive base and
rake mechanism. Dedicated rake drive and rake lift
hydraulic pumps are driven by a single electric motor.
Each power pack is custom designed for the application
and uses standard hydraulic components for reliability
and ease of maintenance.
Advantages of hydraulic drives:
nn Drive and lift hydraulic circuits
achieved within single power pack

Quality assured

nn Variable speed
nn Simple, accurate monitoring of

Outotec drives are designed to extremely rigid codes


including, for example, AGMA gear design criteria. Such
codes offer high degrees of serviceability and access.
All parts, including the pinions and main bearing, can
be serviced and replaced without removal of major
components such as the bridge, feedwell or feed piping.
With multi planetary designs, drives can still operate
while pinions are removed for service.

torque via hydraulic pressure


nn Torque load balanced with single hydraulic circuit
nn Torque protection through mechanical
and electrical means
Rake lift at 50% MOT

(Maximum Operating Torque)

Pressure switch cut-out at 95% MOT


Pressure relief valve at 100% MOT
nn Hydraulic cylinders used for rake lift

Thickener drive solutions

nn Soft start to limit torque spikes

Outotec pioneered the now universally accepted use

Electric drive

of planetary gearboxes for thickener drives. Our drive


range encompasses single planetary and multi-pinion
gearboxes,

with

hydraulic

or

electro-mechanical

Outotec electro-mechanical drives use a fixed speed


electric motor acting through a high efficiency planetary

designs for both full span and centre column thickeners.

gearbox to drive the rakes. An optional rake lift system

The drive gearbox converts a low torque/high rpm input

and rake mechanism.

to a high torque/low rpm output. The input motor is


directly coupled to the top of the gearbox whilst the

utilises screw jacks to raise and lower the drive base

On smaller drives, the torque is monitored through a

output turns the driveshaft and rake arms.

frequency inverter, which provides protection for the

Each drive is specifically built for its application

cell arrangement provides torque measurement and

considering factors such items as:


nn

Installed torque (k factor)

nn

Axial loads type of bearing support

nn

Design life

nn

Rake lift or no rake lift

nn

Drive type, hydraulic / electric

nn

Drive protection

drive and rake mechanism. On larger drives, a load


protection through electrical means.

Outotec multi-pinion drives


Outotec multi-pinion drives utilise individual planetary
gearboxes as pinion reducers, driving a large diameter
geared slewing bearing to provide high output torques
and load bearing capacity.
The drive assembly is mounted inside a purpose-built
casing, utilising the latest FEA modelling methodology.
The slewing bearing and pinions operate in a fully
immersed oil bath, which ensures constant lubrication
and long life under the most demanding conditions.
For multi-pinion drives, individual pinions can be
removed for service while maintaining drive operation.
SBD bridge drives
The SBD family is specifically designed for full span
bridge thickeners that demand high torque and axial
load capacity. The main applications include high

Pinion Drive
as a single
sub assembly

compression and paste thickeners which require a


design to handle the severe forces associated with
processing mud and scale loads.

Stationary top cover

Series

No. of pinions

SBD 1000

2 to 4

SBD 2100

2 to 6

SBD 3000

3 to 6

SBD 3500

3 to 6

SBD 4000

3 to 6

Commercial one-piece
ring gear & bearing

Drive base adapter plate

SCD column drives


The SCD family of rake drives and lifting systems is
custom-built for large centre column thickeners and
clarifiers to achieve a robust and reliable design. With
centre column designs, the bridge, rake mechanism,
feed system and drive are all supported by a central
column. This design eliminates the need for a full span

Stationary guard
and weather cover
Pinion drive as
a single sub assembly

bridge to support these loads.


SCD drives are designed for long life and serviceability.

Outer frame

The rake lift on all centre column drives is easily


accessible.
Series

No. of pinions

SCD 1000

2 to 4

SCD 2000

3 to 6

SCD 3000

3 to 6

SCD 4000

3 to 6

SCD 4500

3 to 6

Commercial one-piece
ring gear and bearing

Rigid, stress relieved


central frame

Finland, March 2012.

Advantages of the
SBD & SCD Drives

Durability
nn Design utilises a modified addendum involute
gear design, providing a more compact tooth
design for increased strength and service life

Design
nn Complies with stringent AGMA and ABMA
service factors to maximise drive life
nn FEA casing design reduces stress
concentration with increased rigidity
nn Individual pinions can be removed for service
while maintaining drive operability
nn Main bearings can be replaced without removing
the thickener bridge structure, feed
system or electric cabling
nn Standardised designs ensure availability
of subcomponents for service
nn Design features reduce maintenance
requirements and equipment downtime
thus minimising total ownership cost

nn Full contour induction/carburised hardening


of gear teeth with ground finish maximised
tooth strength and service life
nn Fully immersed oil bath for constant lubrication
nn Drive casing is sealed to prevent
ingress of dust, dirt and water
Reliability
nn Increased AGMA service factors
to ensure reliability
nn Main bearing design matched to
application to provide long service life
nn Design of oil bath provides correct
level for upper bearing lubrication
nn Rigid support of internal bearings
maintains accurate alignment of drive
pinions with the main gear
nn Inner and outer bearing rings fabricated
from heat treated high grade alloy steel

Outotec develops and provides technology solutions for the sustainable use of Earths natural
resources. As the global leader in minerals and metals processing technology, Outotec has developed
over decades several breakthrough technologies. The company also offers innovative solutions for the
chemical industry, industrial water treatment and the utilization of alternative energy sources. Outotec
shares are listed on the NASDAQ OMX Helsinki.

[email protected]
www.outotec.com
Copyright 2012 Outotec Oyj. All rights reserved.

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