Mining

Release Agents in Mining


Mining Release Agents

OreX™

OreX™ is the non-stick agent for ore buildup in mining, transport and equipment.

The Australian Mining Wanderer.

OreX™ is the non-ntick agent for ore buildup in mining, transport and equipment, eliminates Dead-bed or Carry-BackDead-bed (Carry-back) is ore buildup on mining equipment which prevents equipment performing at full capacity. A new product OreX™ is able to eliminate dead-bed (Carry-back) when sprayed onto equipment surfaces by creating a non-stick film. The biggest payback for the product comes from applying it in haul truck beds to allow trucks to dump out a full load of fresh ore each time.

OreX™ an environmentally friendly release agent helps eliminate build-up in their truck beds. By penetrating into metal liners and creating a non-stick film, average productivity increases of up to 5% have been experienced at various mines.

Without any capital expenditure as the automated or handheld applicator equipment is provided without cost. OreX™ offers a quick and easy solution to dead-bed due to sticky ore, humid climates coupled with high heat, heavy precipitation, operator practices, truck bed design and/or other factors. Secondary effects of dead-bed (Carry-back) include higher maintenance dollars due to quicker material wear and extra downtime required to clean equipment. 

Solutions For :

Dump Truck Beds Loaders  Skips 
Buckets Crushing Stations  Chutes 
Drag Chains Conveyors  Vehicle Undercarriages 

When used correctly, the product performs the following functions:

  • Lubricates
  • Creates a non-stick film
  • Protects surfaces
  • Stops rusting due to ore buildup (moisture retention)
  • Prevents overheating (under-carriages)