Plate Magnets For Your Industry's Needs

Plate magnets are used in the removal of ferrous tramp iron shavings out of free flowing foods such as sugar, corn and flour; they are also used to for optimum separation of metals from gravel and granular plastic.  These large, heavy flat plates are designed to be suspended above the area where the materials pass below them.  They have eyebolts built into the top and are designed to hang from a steel beam over the area.  These plates can also be installed below conveyor drive pulleys to catch the impurities that fall from the open belts.  Although they come in various sizes, they are still too large and heavy to be handled manually.   Machinery is used to install and adjust the plates to specification for efficient usage.  


The way the process works is a conveyor belt moves the materials along toward the processing machinery or through a chute and as they pass under the magnets any tramp metals will be plucked out.   Metals can wreck the machinery and be a huge expense to repair or replace.   Installing the plate magnets is much cheaper than replacing the expensive equipment.  They usually come with kits for hanging that include a pre-drilled hinge, spacer bar, latch and miscellaneous hardware.   This will ensure easy installation of the magnets.  





The plate magnets can be cut to size which is a huge benefit to the purchaser.   The company does not have to worry about having to install a magnet too small for the job or too large for the area where the magnet needs to be placed.   The correct size of magnets is imperative for them to work efficiently.  There are many styles to choose from according to the needs of the industry.   Magnets for conveyors chute and free flowing will have different needs.   The magnets can also be purchase with self cleaning mechanisms.

When working with the magnets, installing them or working underneath them, one should always wear the correct safety equipment.  There are safety checks that can be placed below the magnets to catch them if they fall, although if installed correctly it should not happen.   Any time someone is working underneath a heavy object suspended in air they should wear hard hats for safety.  


The plate magnets come with a lifetime rating so they do not have to be replaced if maintained properly and kept clean.  They are a cost-effective purchase for any industry that specializes in loose materials handling.  There are many online sites that specialize in the magnets.  When needing assistance to find the right magnet for your industry it is always best to call and consult with someone.  They will be glad to assist in any way they can to help with your decision.