Ball mill inspection

Inspection during
operation

Key benefits FLSmidth uses its many years of

- Root cause analysis
- Performed during both normal
operation and standstill
- Performed by highly experi-
enced FLSmidth specialists
- Optimal mill availability
- Uninterrupted production
- More predictable maintenance
costs
- Knowledge-sharing with
maintenance staff
- Recommendations for process
improvements
experience and the knowledge gained
from installing almost 4000 ball mills
around the world to carry out essential
ball mill inspections.
An inspection by FLSmidth service
specialists with in-depth process
knowledge is your best guarantee for
ensuring optimal, trouble-free operation.
Periodic checks of wear and tear are an
absolute must for maintaining a high,
reliable mill run factor.
We are experienced in inspecting both
FLSmidth and non-FLSmidth ball mills.
In order to evaluate the condition of your
ball mill, it is necessary to collect data
during both operation and standstill.
This allows our specialists to get a clear
picture of potential problem areas, as
well as important information for post-
inspection analysis and evaluation.
Obtaining data
Ball mill specialists check every process
and mechanical aspect of the ball mill
system, including:
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Bearing lubrication system
Trunnion
- Mill shell
- Mill head bolts
- Mill internals
- Man hole
- Trunnion bearings/slide shoe
bearings
Monitoring & diagnosing
Process specialists evaluate:
- Material feed
- Pressure, flow and temperature across
the ball mill and separator circuit
- Ball mill charge/level
- Crash stop and metre samples
analysis
In addition, the mill trunnion and girth
gear temperature is measured using a
non-contact type thermometer to analyse
the condition of these components.
The inspection also includes electronic
data logging and an evaluation of the
hydraulic system and lubrication units.

Ball mill inspection

approach

Training session
Process inspection Mechanical inspection
In addition to the mill
inspection, we also offer a
two-day training session for Analysis & Evaluation
hydraulic and lubrication
pump station operation and
troubleshooting. The session
consists of theoretical as well Recommendations
for action
as practical training.

Inspection
during
standstill
To get a detailed picture of the mill’s over-
all condition, including parts that need to
be replaced, it is important to carry out
an external and internal inspection during
standstill. This allows specialists to detect
potential threats before they become a
problem, such as:
- Hydraulic and lubrication problems
- Cracks in ball mill internals
Additionally, FLSmidth specialists check
the water injection system and measure
tolerances between the slide shoe and
slide ring with feeler gauges.
Final report
When inspections of mill components
have been carried out, our specialists
provide a final comprehensive technical
evaluation and analysis report, as well as
recommendations for repairs, spare parts,
adjustments and optimisations.
The report is an essential document to
help production and maintenance
departments plan future maintenance
activities, such as ensuring that the right
spare parts are available, and – most
importantly – avoid unscheduled, costly
shutdowns.
3
Inspection Inspection
of the of the
separator gear
The separator is an essential part of the FLSmidth’s specialists use intricate
mill installation. It is important that it is vibration measurements to get an
checked regularly and that any necessary accurate overview of the ball mill’s gear.
repairs are carried out immediately to The inspection also includes temperature
maintain overall mill performance. and back lash measurement.
The inspection includes an examination
of the overall condition of the separator,
including a check of wear on the rotor
and guide vanes.
The report covers the condition
of all mill components:
Recommendations
- Mill body for action
- Bearings
- Mill internals and diaphragm
- Girth gear drive
- Hydraulic and lubrication units
- Mill internals Actions during scheduled
maintenance stop
In addition, the report includes evaluation Modification of the mill
of grinding efficiency, separator efficiency maintenance program
and feed analysis.
Spare parts management
If required, we’re available to
stay and carry out the recommended
adjustments and repairs.
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