At BID Canada, we understand that bulk material handling isn’t a one-size-fits-all job. That’s especially true at the port, where different materials demand different solutions. We’re currently working on a project for a port client in Quebec, supplying three custom belt conveyors, two designed for iron ore and one specifically for salt.

Each material poses its own challenges.

• Iron ore is dense and abrasive. The conveyors need to be built tough, with components that can handle high impact loads and keep moving under heavy stress.

• Salt, on the other hand, and the port’s marine environment, bring corrosion into the picture. It requires a different approach, more focus on protective coatings, material selection, and guarding against long-term wear in a harsh environment

Getting the drive systems dialed in for both applications was a critical step, and we teamed up with the crew at SEW-EURODRIVE Company of Canada Ltd. to make it happen.

During both the quoting and detailed engineering phases, we worked together to define what was needed, motor horsepower, output speed, service factor, environmental factors, and more. SEW’s engineers then designed custom drive arrangements for each conveyor that matched the specific demands of the material and the site.

With the specs confirmed and the designs in place, we moved forward with ordering three gear reducer/drive setups from SEW, each purpose-built for performance and durability.

Big thanks to the SEW team for their technical support and responsiveness throughout the process. It’s always great to work with partners who bring the same level of precision and reliability we promise our clients.