Conveyors in the Heavy Construction Industry: Enhancing Efficiency and Profitability

Reducing Dust Levels

In the heavy construction industry, dust is a common challenge that arises during material transportation. Conventional methods involving manual handling or the use of dump trucks and wheelbarrows can lead to excessive dust generation. However, the implementation of conveyors provides a practical solution to mitigate this issue. By utilizing conveyors, construction materials such as gravel, sand, or cement can be efficiently transferred without significant dust emissions. This not only creates a cleaner and healthier working environment but also improves air quality for both workers and nearby communities.

Minimizing Spills

Spills during material transportation can result in material loss, project delays, and the need for additional cleanup efforts. Conveyors play a vital role in minimizing spills in the heavy construction industry. Unlike manual handling or traditional methods, conveyors securely contain and convey materials along a predetermined path, significantly reducing the risk of accidental spills. This ensures that construction projects can proceed smoothly, without interruptions caused by spill-related issues. By preventing spills, conveyors help save valuable time, resources, and expenses associated with cleanup and material replacement.

Decreasing Noise Pollution

Construction sites are often characterized by high noise levels, primarily due to the movement of heavy materials using equipment like loaders, excavators, and trucks. However, the introduction of conveyors offers a quieter alternative for material transportation in the heavy construction industry. By efficiently transferring materials without the need for constant engine noise or heavy machinery operations, conveyors help to decrease noise pollution on construction sites. This not only improves the working conditions and safety of construction personnel but also reduces disturbances to nearby residents or businesses. Consequently, using conveyors promotes better community relations and enhances the overall environment surrounding the construction site.

Enhancing Cost-effectiveness and Profitability

The utilization of conveyors in the heavy construction industry yields several benefits that positively impact cost-effectiveness and profitability. Firstly, by reducing dust levels, conveyors contribute to a cleaner working environment, reducing the need for extensive cleanup efforts and associated costs. Moreover, the prevention of spills through conveyor systems avoids material loss, which can be a significant financial burden on construction projects. Secondly, the decreased noise levels achieved by conveyors help minimize potential penalties or fines due to noise violations. Additionally, improved community relations resulting from reduced noise pollution can positively influence the reputation of construction companies, potentially leading to new business opportunities and client satisfaction. Overall, by optimizing operational efficiency and mitigating potential expenses, conveyors make a substantial contribution to the profitability of large infrastructure and civil engineering projects.

Choosing a Conveyor for a Heavy Construction Project

No two heavy construction projects are the same, as there are many different considerations that can affect the design of a heavy construction conveyor:
Ground profiles
Environmental issues
Rugged terrain 
Noise levels
Material wear resistance
Transmission rate
Material density 

These factors and more are the reasons why heavy-duty structural conveyors often require some form of customization of the drive system, belt construction, structure or dust control components. Our expert engineers will design a custom system that includes
Overland (ground) conveyors
Portable transfer conveyors
Radial stacker conveyors
Dirt conveyors
Surface conveyors
Conveyor drives
Take-up unit
Tail
Belt starter
Conveyor Construction

Zoomry will create highly customized heavy duty conveyor solutions to meet your needs and job site requirements. Please contact us at the following for more information.

Heavy Construction Project Conveyors can design conveyor systems to transport:

Aggregate
Sand and gravel 
Frac Sand
Dirt 
Overburden
Rock
Cement
Asphalt
Topsoil
Dry bulk materials
Quarried stone
Recycled concrete
Blast/steel furnace slag
Ballast
Geosynthetic aggregates