Oil Sands Thinkeners

Dewaters sand after oil is removed

Rakes
HMI Screen
Pinion Motors

Customer: Mineral Processing Equipment Manufacturer

Years: 2015 – 2018

Project Description: Provided programming and commissioning support for six 60 meter thickener in the oil sands of northern Alberta, BC

The rake drives consist of five pinion motors on a common ring gear. The VFDs share torque to provide even wear. The system is configured to run even if one drive fails

The control system communicates with the plant DeltaV DCS

PLC: Horner

VFDs: ABB

HMI: Horner