In the mining industry, the metallurgical excellence implemented by a supplier also benefits that company's customers. In this post, we will discuss 5 advantages obtained by a quarry or mining company that seeks high-quality equipment and parts in the market.

Greater productivity and cost reduction are on the list, in addition to more efficient use of energy.

We will also tell you how the Metallurgical Excellence team at Máquinas Furlan has contributed with actions that have a positive impact on customers. The development of new products, such as a drop ball, is one of the areas that has benefited.

The benefits of excellent equipment and parts in mining

In mining, the search for suppliers that prioritize excellence is basically driven by the need to optimize operations, although steel alloys present different challenges in the plant.

In crushers and mills, alloys must withstand extreme loads and constant impact. Abrasion and corrosion threaten screens and grates.

An industry that improves manufacturing, in phases such as casting and heat treatment, guarantees better results for the customer. The list of benefits is long when we talk about a supplier that combines experience, technology and continuous improvement.

However, we can group these gains into five large groups.

1. Cost reduction

Greater durability reduces the need for replacements, requiring fewer resources from the mining company to purchase parts and labor. Expenses for maintenance, rework and discarded materials also fall.

2. Reduction of production downtime

More resistant equipment and parts suffer fewer failures, reducing downtime and hours spent on maintenance.

3. Productivity gain

Equipment with maximum capacity usually uses quality parts. Extreme working conditions are overcome with less effort until the desired end products are achieved.

4. Energy efficiency improves

Metallurgical excellence produces high-quality parts. Operations become more efficient, reducing energy consumption, one of the main costs in the mining industry today.

5. The risk of accidents decreases

There is reliability in components made with excellence, which reduces the risk of accidents in the plant. Here, it is worth remembering: always look for a supplier that follows Brazilian regulatory standards (NR).

The risks of environmental damage are also lower.

Furlan's structure guarantees flexibility in solutions

The Metallurgical Excellence team at Máquinas Furlan has a unique job. This is because the company's industrial park in Limeira (SP) houses practically three factories in a single space: the Equipment unit, the Foundry area and the Services sector.

This connection allows for a level of flexibility that is rarely seen in the service provided to mining and quarrying companies. This is why Furlan is one of the leaders in the supply of equipment, accessories and steel castings.

In addition to the machines, this park also produces parts weighing from 10kg to 5,500kg, from its own brand or from national and global third parties.

The experience is the result of a set of data collected from a wide range of mining activities since the 1960s, when the company was founded.

How Metallurgical Excellence benefits Furlan's customers

The Excellence group brings together professionals from areas such as Metallurgical and Cast Engineering, Quality Management, Sales and Technical Assistance. The professionals who work with customers present their opinions regarding the expected solutions.

We then took the opportunity to challenge the Excellence team to point out the advances made since that time. And there were quite a few, including a product!

Over the past 4 years, Excelência Metalúrgica has been dedicated to implementing continuous improvements in Foundry processes, focusing on efficiency, sustainability and quality. The list includes significant reductions in the percentage of scrap and rework in the factory.

The rigorous application of quality control methodologies, process optimization and targeted training for the entire team have provided the most recent advances.

Furlan's operational efficiency has a positive impact on customers. More efficient and precise production has improved the quality of the products delivered, allowing us to offer more competitive solutions to the market.

Operational excellence further strengthens the service provided to these customers, providing greater reliability and consistency. Furlan is one of the few companies in the machinery market that offers a complete solution for mining projects.

Thus, internal groups - such as Excelência Metalúrgica - contribute to perpetuating Furlan's know-how, standardizing production processes and ensuring the quality of equipment and parts delivered.

The team proudly reports that it directly participates in the development of new products in partnership with Fundição. One example was the “drop ball”, a metal sphere used to break larger stones.

The team helped develop the product's feed process, choose the ideal alloy for the application and define the heat treatment requirements. This contribution ensures that the product presented to the market is of the highest quality.

So, now it's time for you to learn how Furlan can improve your company's results. Send here a message for us and we will schedule a conversation.