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PRODUCT CATALOGUE 2001
Labtech
Essa
Leading the way in
mineral sampling
sample preparation &
testing equipment
www.labtechessa.com.au
April 2001
COMPANY PROFILE
Labtech
Essa
is a world leader in the design and manufacture of sampling, sample preparation,

metallurgical and laboratory equipment for
the minerals and mining industries.
History and recognition

The company had it's foundations in
the early 1980's when the
LABTECHNICS and ESSA range of
products first began to receive global
recognition from mining companies
and mineral laboratories.
Policy
Labtech Essa policy is to supply fully
assembled and factory tested equipment that can be delivered with
confidence to customers anywhere in
the world .
Facilities
The office, workshop and warehouse
facilities are located in large, modern,
well equipped premises approximately 15 minutes from Perth international airport. We employ 35 skilled
technical, commercial and engineering professionals.
Product
Labtech Essa specialise in the design &
manufacture of a comprehensive and distinctive range of products including a unique,
internationally patented range of high capacity,
high performance ring mill bowls (or grinding
heads).
This range is recognised by laboratories and
mining companies world wide for its performance and quality. Our products are designed
by professionals with practical field experience
and are manufactured in our own workshops
to ensure control of quality and production
and to allow us the flexibility to customize
products to satisfy individual requirements.
Particular attention is given to the operational,
functional and commercial needs of each item
to assure user friendly equipment eminently
suited to customer need.
Distribution
Labtech Essa products are sold and serviced
internationally through our subsidiary companies, strategically located in Europe, South
America and South Africa and through distributors world wide.
Customers are encouraged to visit our works when
evaluating their needs. Perth is a major hub of the
Australian mining industry and we are pleased to
co-operate in arranging for international customers
to visit with us as part of a wider industry tour.
April 2001
DISTRIBUTION
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Africa
Labtech Africa
95 Electron Rd.
Isando, Johannesburg
SOUTH AFRICA
Phone: +27 (11) 3924100
Fax:
+27 (11) 9745278
email: labtechsa@global.co.za
Distributors:
Chromatech Services
PO Box 21467
Helderkruin Transvaal 1733
SOUTH AFRICA
Phone: +27 (011) 9581924
Fax:
+27 (011) 9581927
Europe
Labtech Europe Ltd
Wheal Jane Mine, Baldhu, Truro
Cornwall, TR3 6EE
UNITED KINGDOM
Phone: +44 (0187) 2561584
Fax:
+44 (0187) 2561585
email: cbrown@labtechessa.com.au
Distributors:
Christison Scientific
Albany Road
East Gateshead Industrial Estate
Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, NE8 3AT
UNITED KINGDOM
Phone: +44 (0191) 4788120
Fax:
+44 (0191) 4900549
email:
csel@csel.ace.com.uk
Glen Creston Ltd
16 Dalston Gardens
Stanmore, Middlesex HA7 1DA
UNITED KINGDOM
Phone: +44 (0181) 2060123
Fax:
+44 (0181) 2062452
Australia/Oceania
Labtech Essa Pty Lty
8 Yelland Way, Bassendean
Western Australia, 6054
AUSTRALIA
Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
email: mail@labtechessa.com.au
South America
Labtech Hebro Limitata
Neveria 4631, Ofic. 404
Las Condes, Santiago
CHILE
Phone: +56 (02) 2071719
Fax:
+56 (02) 2071720
email: hebro@netup.cl
Labtech Essa products and

services are made available
around the world with the
assistance of stategically
located distributors who are
each authorised to supply on
a global basis. All contact
details are correct at the time
of printing, please check our
website for updates.
April 2001
DISTRIBUTION
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North America
Canada
Distributors:
Delta Scientific Anachemia Canada Inc
953 Government Road West
Kirkland Lake, Ontario P2N 3K5
CANADA
Phone: +1 (705) 5673346
Fax:
+1 (705) 5673613
Delta Scientific Laboratory Products

1287 Matheson Blvd. East
Mississauga, Ontario L4W 1R1
CANADA
Phone: +1 (905) 6294545
Fax:
+1 (905) 6297249
Anachemia Science
10-3571 Viking Way
Richmond, British Columbia V6V 1W1
CANADA
Phone: +1 (604) 2702252
Fax:
+1 (604) 2702826
email:
vancouver@anachemia.com
web:
www.anachemia.com
USA
Distributors:
DFC Ceramics
515 9th Street
Canon City, Colorado 81215-0110
USA
Phone: +1 (719) 2757525
Fax:
+1 (719) 2752051
Mineral Stats Inc

14800 Tejon St.
Broomfield Colorado 80020
USA
Phone: +1 (303) 4517893
Fax:
+1 (303) 2801396
email:
minestats@aol.com
web:
www.mineralstats.com
Hunter Refractories
1095 Spice Islands Drive No 103
Sparks, Nevada 89431
USA
Phone: +1 (775) 3558300
Fax:
+1 (775) 3557483
Glen Mills
395 Allwood Road
Clifton, New Jersey 07012
USA
Phone: +1 (973) 7770777
Fax:
+1 (973) 7770070
web:
www.glenmills.com
Svedala Pyro Division

350 Railroad St.
Danville, PA 17821-2046
USA
Phone: +1 (570) 2753050
Fax:
+1 (570) 2756789
April 2001
AUTOMATED ROBOTIC
SAMPLE PREPARATION CELLS
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For lower operating costs with improved sample quality!

Labtech Essa automate key items of mineral laboratory sample preparation equipment and then
bring them together in a cost effective and efficient integrated system (or cell) in which the transfer
functions between items is performed automatically by an industrial quality electro-mechanical
robot.
A basic Labtech Essa Robotic Sample Preparation Cell will typically include a crusher/ rotary
sample divider combination and a Labtech Essa AutobatchTM ring mill; with sample handling and
transfer operations being performed by an integrated industrial quality electro-mechanical robot.
Robotic functions can be readily changed on site using a compact hand-held teaching tablet.
Other equipment combinations are available and multiple units of any item can usually be accommodated. The generally compact, self-contained physical configuration of these systems and their
need to be confined within a secure, operator free area suggest the appropriate name for such a
system is a cell.
START
A typical basic automated robotic sample preparation cell set up

on a temporary basis in our workshops. The three key items of
preparation equipment are a Labtech Essa Nugget TM jaw
crusher discharging directly in to a rotary tube type sample
divider and a Labtech Essa Autobatch TM ring mill (which is
only part shown to the left of the robot). At this particular time in
the operating sequence the robot is about to tip the in-feed
sample in to the jaw crusher.
Labtech
Essa
Labtech Essa Pty Ltd

Western Australia 6054, Australia
Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
STOP
Programming the robot with

the hand held teaching tablet.
April 2001
AUTOMATED ROBOTIC
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Why automate?
Labtech Essa Automated Robotic Sample
Preparation cells can reduce overall
operating costs and improve the quality of
the prepared samples:
Labtech Essa Automated Robotic Sample

Preparation cells offer maximum long term
operational flexibility and reliability
and require minimum space:
An automated robotic system can operate on

a 24 hour per day, 7 day per week basis to
better service the operational needs of the
laboratory or mining operations.
Each sample is subjected to exactly the
same protocol to assure maximum replication
of sample quality. There are no short cuts,
mixed samples or contamination mistakes.
The overall system is able to be operated at
its optimum level of performance all day,
every day without being subjected to any
operator abuse. Unscheduled down time is
minimised and maintenance costs are lowered.
Elimination of direct operators reduces
occupational health and safety costs. The cell
is generally dust and noise enclosed thereby
also reducing the risk to associated personnel.
Automated robotic sample preparation cells

are fully assembled and tested at our factory
before delivery. Customer training in all
aspects of operation of the cell is also given
at that time. Site installation time and costs
are therefore minimised and operations are
up to speed in the shortest practical time.
Individual items of equipment within the cell
can usually be replaced or additional items
added. The cell is therefore able to be modified to suit changing operational, protocol or
process requirements. Reprogramming of the
robot to suit these changes can be done
readily at site.
Extensive, higher maintenance mechanical
material handling systems are avoided. The
industrial quality robot is compact and reliable
and has been very well tested around the
world in automotive assembly plants.
Robotic cells require minimum floor space
and head room.
The robot tipping crushed sample in to a

Labtech Essa Autobatch TM ring mill
..and then recovering the milled sample

ready for delivery to the next station.
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
April 2001
AUTOMATED ROBOTIC
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Preparing for the benefits of automation

Current sample preparation procedures need to be re-evaluated to assure maximum benefits are
achieved from automating the process. Inherent changes are possible as a direct result of the
human element being eliminated. Material handling limitations (weight lifting limits etc) are removed
and safe guards against the variations caused by individual operators can be eliminated.
Specific improvements are also possible because of the semi to fully automated nature of individual
items of equipment within a robotic cell. Sample division and milling are two areas which should be
carefully reviewed to assure the full potential of the latest developments in these is realised. The
method of presenting the samples to the cell also needs to be reviewed. There will be a requirement to improve the accuracy of placement of samples to assure they are physically positioned
where the robot expects them to be. Also, opportunity exists to expand the degree of automation
integrated in to the system by, for example, having it respond to the mass of each individual sample
by automatically determining any subsequent sample division procedure. The down stream use of
the prepared sample product should also be reviewed. The method of handling the sample (reusable container, sample packet, vial etc) and/or the use to which the sample is to be put (fire assay,
AZTEC analyser etc) can make it viable to expand the operating parameters of the robot.
A particular benefit of automated robotics is the ability to expand the cell at some later time. Options which may be difficult to justify in the initial installation will typically be able to be added later.
Proper consideration of these expanded capabilities at the time of original design will, logically,
make it even easier to facilitate their later addition.
Labtech Essas experienced mineral laboratory professionals welcome the

opportunity to work with you in evaluating the possibilities for a robotic cell at
your site.
The method of presenting the feed sample
and removing the prepared sample (and any
residue) is an important integral part of
designing an automated robotic cell. In this
demonstration photograph the dried feed
sample has been pre-weighed and placed in
a stainless container and manually
positioned at the location from which the
robot is required to collect it. Alternate types
of container and delivery methods can be
accommodated in the design of cells.
Cells can be designed to automatically
weigh individual feed samples and then use
that weight to signal automatic downstream
adjustments (such as the cut ratio of a
sample divider) within the cell.
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
April 2001
Models MPEX60 & SP100

Laboratory Jaw Crushers
Single step, fine reduction, medium duty crushers with
a removable jaw for easier cleaning of the crushing chamber.
These two models find application in crushing near jaw size lumps of soft to hard materials to a fine
product sizing in a single step; with a removable jaw feature that makes it easier to access the
crushing chamber for cleaning to prevent cross contamination between samples. Smooth and
serrated jaws are available.
The stationary jaw of both models can be quickly removed to expose the crushing chamber for
cleaning between batches. Removal is by the simple withdrawal of an externally accessible pin and
then lifting the jaw out of the crusher by hand.
STANDARD FEATURES
Fabricated steel frame on a heavy cast
base for sitting direct on the laboratory floor
Anti-friction bearings throughout
Feed hopper (with hinged lid ) and product
drawer
Readily removable fixed jaw
Electric pre-wiring with an IP55 enclosed
push button and motor protection station.
Full drive guarding
Smooth jaws are standard. Jaw plates are
reversible for extended life.
OPTIONS
Vertical serrated jaws for PEX 60
Vertical serrated or wave jaws for SP 100
Flow through discharge chute for continuous operation
TECHNICAL DATA
PEX 60
SP 100
Jaw Inlet (mm)

Maximum feed size
Adjusting range of jaw outlet
Product sizing at min adjustment *
60 x 100
85% of jaw inlet*
0.8 to 10 mm
96% less than
or equal to 1 mm
32 / 780 kg/hr
1.5 kW, single or 3 phase
600 rpm
420 W x 720x 590H
590 mm
160 mm
250 kg
100 x 100
85% of jaw inlet*
0.8 to 15 mm
60% less than
or equal to 2 mm
20 / 1030 kg/hr
3.0 kW, 3 phase
350 rpm
530 W x 980 x 890 H
890 mm
130 mm
440 kg
Approximate min/max capacity *

Motor power
Operating speed
Approximate Dimensions (mm)
Height, floor level to feed hopper
Height (floor to top of product drawer)
Approximate Mass
* These are nominal only performance expectations that can vary according to the physical characteristics of the material being
crushed, the condition of the jaws, the crusher adjustment and the method of feeding the crusher. Labtech Essa are able to
conduct tests at their factory to determine how the crusher will perform when processing your material.
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
April 2001
Model JC1000
Laboratory Jaw Crusher
A medium duty general purpose 130 X 100 mm
laboratory jaw crusher
The Labtech Essa model JC1000 is a

well proven single toggle jaw crusher
that finds general application in a
variety of laboratory environments. It
readily accepts soft to medium hard
ore, rock and similar particulate up to
85% of its 130 x 100 mm jaw opening.
STANDARD FEATURES:
Fabricated steel construction
Roller bearings used throughout
Fabricated steel support frame for floor mounting
Feed hopper (with hinged lid and dust extraction
connection) and product drawer
Electric pre-wiring with an IP55 enclosed stop/start
and motor protection station.
Full drive guarding
Vertically serrated jaw plates. Jaw plates are reversible for extended life
Fast, easy adjustment of product sizing
TECHNICAL DATA
Jaw Inlet (mm)
Maximum feed size
Approximate capacity *
Motor power
Operating speed
Approx. Dimensions (mm)
Height, floor level to feed hopper
Height (floor to top of product drawer)
Approximate Mass
130 x 100
85% of jaw inlet*
2 to 25 mm
4mm nominal
250 kg/hr
2.2 kW, 3 phase
600 rpm
460 W x 1000x 1300H
1055 mm
600 mm
120 kg
* These are nominal only performance expectations that can vary according to the
physical characteristics of the material being crushed, the condition of the jaws, the
crusher adjustment and the method of feeding the crusher. Labtech Essa are able to
conduct tests at their factory to determine how the crusher will perform when
processing your material.
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
April 2001
Model JC2000
Heavy Duty Jaw Crusher
A heavy duty, general purpose
200 x 130 mm jaw crusher
The Labtech Essa model JC2000 is a well proven single
toggle jaw crusher that finds general application in a variety
of laboratory environments. It readily accepts soft to hard
ore, rock and similar particulate up to 85% of its 200 x 130
mm jaw opening. This is a heavy duty machine suitable for
use in a batch or continuous operating environment. Typical
applications will include general primary crushing in analytical and metallurgical laboratories, sampling stations and
pilot plants.
Standard configuration, complete with infeed

hood and product drawer.
STANDARD FEATURES:
Fabricated steel construction
Fabricated steel support frame for floor mounting
Feed hopper and product drawer (each with dust extraction point)
Electric pre-wiring with an IP55 enclosed stop/start and
motor protection station.
Full drive guarding
Vertically serrated chrome steel jaw plates. Jaw plates are
reversible for extended life
TECHNICAL DATA
Optional configuration for mounting in a

horizontal position.
Jaw Inlet (mm)

Maximum feed size
Usual product sizing *
Maximum product size *
Motor power
Toggle speed
Approximate mass
Dust extraction points fitted **
200 x 130
85% of jaw inlet *
6mm nominal
35mm nominal
500 kg/hr
4 kW, 3 phase
300 rpm
500kg
2 off **
1440
** Recommended extraction flow is 80 l/sec (upper) and 90 l/sec

(lower)
600
670
* These figures should be used as guides only. Crusher settings and the
characteristics of the material being crushed will cause variations in
operating performance. Contact Labtech Essa for further information
about the expected performance of this crusher in your application.
Dimensions are approximate only.
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
April 2001
Model JC 2500 NUGGET

Laboratory Jaw Crusher
A fast, rugged crusher for reducing large lump ore and
drill core to a minus 10 mesh product in a single step
The Nugget has been purpose designed by Labtech Essa to crush up to near jaw size lumps
of rock, ore, drill core, cement ingots, glass and similar particulate to a 10 mesh (1.7 mm) product
in a single step; quickly and with minimum maintenance. A typical performance expectation is the
reduction of 40 mm quartz to 95% less than 10 mesh at a rate of 1.4 kg per minute. We would
welcome the opportunity to evaluate by practical pre-purchase trial how the Nugget will perform
when processing your material.
STANDARD FEATURES:
250 mm x 130 mm jaw inlet
Rugged, minimum maintenance design
Spherical roller bearings throughout
Heavy fabricated steel frame
Floor mounted on rubber feet
10 litre nominal capacity feed hopper with hinged,
rubber lined cover
5 kg nominal capacity product drawer
Dust extraction connection (100 mm diameter)
Dust enclosed construction
Single lubrication point for centralised manual
lubrication
Full drive guarding
Electric pre-wiring with an IP55 enclosed push
button & motor protection station.
TECHNICAL DATA
Jaw Inlet (mm)
Maximum feed size
Motor power
Approx. Dimensions (mm)
Height, floor to feed hopper
Height, floor to top of produt drawer
Approximate mass
250 x 130
85% of jaw inlet *
1 to 15mm
95% minus 1,7mm
4 kW, 3 phase
642w x 780 x 1175 h
1110mm (w. 5kg hopper)
430mm
610kg
* These are nominal only performance expectations that can vary according to the
physical characteristics of the material being crushed, the condition of the jaws, the
crusher adjustment and the method of feeding the crusher. Labtech Essa are able to
conduct tests at their factory to determine how the crusher will perform when
processing your material.
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
OPTIONS:
Smooth faced jaw plates
15 kg capacity product
drawer
Automatic lubricator
Safety package for feed
hopper. Package is designed
to prevent operator access in
to the crushing chamber
while machine is running and
includes an electrical interlock that prevents crusher
from running when crushing
chamber is accessible.
April 2001
Model JC3000
A heavy duty, general purpose 300 x 200 mm jaw crusher
The Labtech Essa model JC3000 is a well proven
single toggle, high reduction jaw crusher that finds
general application in a variety of operating environments. It readily accepts soft to very hard ore, rock
and similar particulate up to 85% of its jaw opening.
This is a heavy duty, low maintenance machine
suitable for use in a large batch or continuous operating environment. Typical applications will include
general primary crushing of lump ore in analytical and
metallurgical laboratories, sampling stations and pilot
plants.
STANDARD FEATURES:
Rugged, fabricated steel construction
Electric pre-wiring with an IP55 enclosed stop/start
and motor protection station.
Feed hopper and sample drawer with dust extraction points.
OR
Fabricated steel base for mounting on customers
support frame or concrete footing.
Full drive guarding
Vertically serrated chrome steel jaw plates. Jaw
plates are reversible for extended life.
Fast, easy adjustment of product sizing.
TECHNICAL DATA
Jaw Inlet (mm)
Maximum feed size
Motor power
Toggle speed
Approximate mass
Dust extraction points fitted
300 x 200
85% of jaw inlet *
25mm nominal
50mm nominal
3000 kg/hr
7.5 kW, 3 phase
350 rpm
2000kg
2 off **
** Recommended extraction flow is 180 l/sec (upper) & 90 l/sec (lower)

characteristics of the material being crushed will cause variations in operating
performance. Contact Labtech Essa for further information about the expected
performance of this crusher in your application
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
Approximate overall dimensions

of the JC3000 are 800 mm wide
x 1020 x 1550 overall height
April 2001
Model JC5000
A heavy duty, general purpose 500 x 300 mm jaw crusher
The Labtech Essa model JC5000 is a rugged,
single toggle, job proven jaw crusher that
finds general application in a variety of
operating environments. It readily accepts soft
to very hard ore, rock and similar particulate
up to 85% of its 500 x 300 mm jaw opening.
This is a heavy duty machine suitable for use
in a continuous or large batch operating
environment. Typical applications will include
primary crushing of large lump ore in sampling stations and pilot plants and in the precrushing of materials being prepared for
analytical or metallurgical laboratory use.
STANDARD FEATURES:
Rugged, fabricated steel construction
Fabricated steel base for mounting on
customers support frame or concrete
footing
Electric pre-wiring with an IP55 enclosed
stop/start and motor protection station.
Full drive guarding
Vertically serrated chrome steel jaw plates.
Jaw plates are reversible for extended life
TECHNICAL DATA
Approximate overall
dimensions of the JC3000
are 1300 mm wide (over
flywheels) x 1600 mm x
1440 overall height.
Jaw Inlet (mm)

Maximum feed size
Motor power
Toggle speed
Approximate mass
Dust extraction points fitted
500 x 300
85% of jaw inlet *
25mm nominal
75mm nominal
15000 kg/hr
22 kW, 3 phase
320 rpm
3500kg
No
characteristics of the material being crushed will cause variations in operating
performance. Contact Labtech Essa for further information about the expected
performance of this crusher in your application
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
April 2001
Laboratory
ROLL CRUSHERS
Plain & Toothed rolls for intermediate size reduction
Labtech Essa roll crushers are designed for rapid, controlled size reduction of ore, mineral or rock
prior to metallurgical testing or further milling or grinding. They are typically applied in laboratory or
pilot plant applications after primary reduction of the infeed material in a jaw crusher or similar. The
nipping action of two off same diameter individually powered contra-rotating rolls produces an ideal
crushing environment for a wide variety of materials. Product sizing is controlled by an (adjustable)
gap setting between the 2 rolls. One roll is heavy duty spring mounted as protection against
uncrushable material attempting to pass between the rolls. Roll crushers operate with a minimum
of dust generation and produce a material with a tight size envelope containing a minimum of fines.
STANDARD FEATURES:
Rugged, minimum maintenance design
Heavy duty spherical roller bearings
Heavy fabricated steel crusher frame & support
base
Replaceable manganese steel roll shells and side
plates
Compact design with drive motors installed below
the crushing chamber
Fabricated feed hopper and dust extraction outlet
Product drawer
Full drive guarding
Electric pre-wiring with an IP55 enclosed push
button & motor protection station.
OPTIONS:
Stainless steel roll shells.
Reversing switch for rolls
Flow through design to allow large parcels of
material to be processed on a continuous basis
Horizontal mounting of motors
TECHNICAL DATA
Roll Size,
Dia x Width Standard
(mm)
Roll face
Model
Number
Max.
Feed
Size*
Optimum
reduction
ratio*
Roller
Speed Power
(rpm) (3 Phase)
Mass
(crated)
Dimensions
(crated)
in mm
RC 2000
200 x 150
Smooth
30 mm
4 to 1
380
2 @ 1.1 kW, 415V
250 kg
600 x 700 x 1100 high
RC 3500
350 x 150
Smooth
40 mm
4 to 1
300
2 @ 4.0 kW, 415V
350 kg
700 x 1000 x 1200 high
RC 3500T
350 x 150
Toothed
40 mm
4 to 1
300
2 @ 4.0 kW, 415V
350 kg
700 x 1000 x 1200 high
* The performance expectations of a rolls crusher can vary according to the physical characteristics of the material being crushed, the
adjustment & condition of the rolls and the method of feeding the crusher. Labtech Essa are able to conduct tests at their factory to
determine how a rolls crusher will perform when processing your material.
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
April 2001
WESCONE 300
Cone Crusher
A unique, compact, high speed, high reduction ratio cone crusher
for sample crushing in laboratories and sampling systems
The Wescone 300 features a unique, internationally patented, simultaneous double crushing
action that assures rapid reduction of the feed
material and minimises production of oversize
discharge to typically less than 15%. Test and
production crushing has produced reduction
ratios of up to 20:1 with throughputs up to 1 Kg
per second**. The centre of the Wescone
crushing action is close to the eccentric mass
of the crusher which means lower out of balance forces allowing higher operating speeds.
The Wescone can be operated at a speed to
generate maximum fines or at a slower speed
to produce less fines and a higher proportion of
particles closer to the crushing gap setting.
Materials routinely crushed by the Wescone 300 include iron ore,
bauxite, nickel ore, high carbon ferro chrome, silicon slag,
manganese, gold bearing ores and cement clinker. The diversity of
these products reflect the versatility of the crusher and its ability
to handle almost any crushable product.
TECHNICAL DATA
Overall dimensions:
with drive motor:
without drive motor:
Weight (approx) with drive
Power:
Maximum feed size:
Minimum closed side setting:
Maximum closed side setting:
Capacity:
1142 x 500 x 922 mm high

543 x 475 x 569 mm high
505kg
11 Kw: 415V, 3 phase, 50 Hz: D.O.L. start 32 ampere plug
50mm sphere
2 mm
12 mm
approx 3.5 tph @ 2mm closed side setting**
approx 10 tph @ 12 mm closed side setting**
** These are nominal only performance expectations. Labtech Essa are able to conduct factory tests to determine how the crusher
will perform when processing your material.
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
April 2001
DRYING OVENS
For drying mineral samples prior to sample preparation
Labtech Essa offer four standard sizes of well proven electrically heated oven that have been
specifically designed to withstand the corrosive environment inherently created within them by the
combination of high temperature, moisture and often chemically active
atmosphere created by the drying process. Each is supplied as
standard with one or more wheeled trolley incorporating a
number of heavy duty wire mesh racks on which the
samples to be dried are placed. Large diameter,
heavy duty wheels are fitted to assure the trolley
can be readily rolled in to and out of the cabinet.
The floor of the cabinet is of 5 mm steel plate to
make it even easier for the trolley(s) to be rolled.
The cabinet comprises a solidly constructed
welded steel frame of heavy gauge rectangular
hollow section steel tube clad internally with grade
304 stainless steel and externally with zinc anneal
sheeting. The external surfaces of the cabinet are
also painted. Moisture within the cabinet is prevented from passing through the internal walls to
corrode the cabinets framework by a combination of
the use of blind stainless steel rivets and specific
sealing of all internal joints. Robust refrigeration style
handles are fitted to the cabinet door/s which allow
external and internal operation. A stainless steel fan
assembly is integrated in to the cabinet in a manner
which assures the moving air within it is constantly recirculated over the electric heating element/s and is as
evenly distributed within the cabinet as practical. Manually adjustable inlet and outlet vents are
provided to allow the air flow through the cabinet to be controlled for optimum drying performance.
Each oven is supplied as standard with digital temperature controls incorporating automatic over
temperature control. A separate thermocouple and mechanical thermostat circuit is also installed as
further over temperature protection.
STANDARD MODELS:
Nominal
Model
Trolley
number capacity
Number of
trolleys
supplied
One m3
Two m3
Four m3
Eight m3
1 @ 1cu.m
2 @ 1cu.m
4 @ 1cu.m
8 @ 1cu.m
D01ME
D02ME
D04ME
D08ME
Number of
cabinet
doors
one
one
two
four
3 phase
power
requirement
7.5kw
9kw
18kw
27kw
Approx. cabinet
dimensions (WxDxH)
in mm (door/s closed)
1225 x 1965 x 1225
1755 x 2115 x 1805
3250 x 2185 x 1805
6500 x 2185 x 1805
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ESSAIR DUST COLLECTORS

A UNITISED RANGE OF DUST COLLECTORS TO SUIT DUST & FUME
APPLICATIONS IN MINERAL PREPARATION LABORATORIES
Labtech Essa manufacture a standard range of high
efficiency fabric filter type ESSAIR model dust collectors
for removing airborne dust particles and fume to 2 micron
particle size. They find application in removing dust from
mineral sample preparation areas and lead fumes from
fire assay areas. A user friendly feature of this range is
ability to access the bags from the clean air side of the
units for inspection or maintenance purposes. The
ESSAIR is a single compartment automatic, self-cleaning
reverse pulse-jet type dust collector. The dust laden air
enters the collector through an inlet located at the side of
the housing. The housing contains a number of 150mm
diameter cylindrical fabric filter bags, supported over a
wire cage framework and installed vertically. The dust
laden air passes through these filter bags, depositing the
dust on the outside surfaces of the bags and then passes
up through to the clean air plenum at the top of the
housing from which it is exhausted to the atmosphere.
The filter bags are periodically cleaned automatically by
pulses of compressed air injected down into the bags,
vibrating the fabric and dislodging the dust from the
outside surfaces. The dislodged dust falls into the sealed
collecting hopper integrated into the bottom of the dust
collector housing. The hopper is emptied by the operator
as required depending on the dust loading.
ESSAIR dust collectors and ducting

being prepared for delivery
Only one row of bags is cleaned at once assuring the collector is continuously operational. An
optional air pressure differential system can be supplied to constantly monitor the condition of the
filter bags.
Access to the filter bags for inspection or maintenance is via the lid on the roof of the collector
housing, on the clean air side of the bags. The bags are individually removed vertically through the
clean air plenum assuring minimal exposure to personnel to any collected dust or fume. Each
ESSAIR is supplied complete with electric motor driven fan assembly, motor starting & protection
controls, adjustable air pulse timing controls and collection hopper. The customer need only connect the required power and compressed air supplies and provide dust extraction duct work to the
dust extraction points.
STANDARD ESSAIR UNITS ARE AVAILABLE AT 2200, 3300, 4400, 5500, 6600, 7700 &
8800CFM CAPACITY .with higher capacity units available for specific applications.
The ESSAIR can be supplied complete with Labtech Essa duct work which offers complementary operating efficiency, ease of installation and low maintenance. Labtech Essa also
offer a complete dust extraction and collection design and supply service.
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PREPAIR COMPACT DUST COLLECTORS

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A COMPACT, LOW HEADROOM DUST COLLECTOR FOR SMALLER SAMPLE

PREPARATION & FIRE ASSAY AREAS
SO COMPACT IT CAN BE SHIPPED UPRIGHT IN A STANDARD CONTAINER!
The PREPAIR is a compact, single compartment, multicartridge type dust collector with automatic reverse pulse
jet self-cleaning. It finds application as a dust collector at
smaller mineral sample preparation facilities and as a lead
fume collector at fire assay laboratories. It is a particularly
suitable accessory for mobile or remote area facilties
requiring an efficient collector that can be set up quickly
with minimum on-site involvement and minimum on-going
maintenance.
The PREPAIRs compact size allows convenient shipping
to most locations around the world in a standard shipping
container and the ability to readily relocate it from one site
to another.
The PREPAIRs self-contained design allows simple and
quick installation and startup. A lightweight concrete pad or
solid wooden bearers is all that is required to support the
unit at ground level.
The PREPAIRs automatic self-cleaning feature assures
continuous operation with minimum attention. Dirty air
Typical Prepair installation
enters the PREPAIR through an inlet in its side from the
(with grille removed from clean air
customers dust or fume collection duct work. The air is
exhaust duct)
passed through filter cartridges for cleaning and then
exhausted to the atmosphere by an integral fan. The filter
cartridges are cleaned automatically by pulses of compressed air from the customers compressed
air system which are released by large, sequentially operated solenoid valves integrated in to the
unit. These direct a momentary air jet through one cartridge at a time which causes the retained
dust on that cartridge to be dislodged. Dislodged dust falls in to a sealed hopper bin integrated in to
the bottom of the PREPAIR. This has to be removed and emptied periodically. An integral air
pressure differential system constantly monitors the cartridges to assure they are performing
satisfactorily.
Two sizes of the PREPAIR are available: the PREPAIR 1500 and the PREPAIR 2300. The 1500 is
a 1500cfm four cartridge unit ideally suited to servicing a crusher and mill in a small sample preparation facility, while the 2300cfm unit would be needed if extraction from an adjacent fire assay area
was also required. Dimensions of the two are given in sheet 2 of this data sheet.
The PREPAIR can be supplied complete with a Labtech Essa duct work
package offering complementary operating efficiency, ease of installation
and low maintenance.
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PREPAIR
Dimensional Data
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NOTE that a PREPAIR is shipped with its fan assembly

temporarily positioned upside down in to the inside of the
main unit to reduce shipping height and volume. On site it
only needs to be turned right way up and secured by bolting.
Fan assembly
PREPAIR 1500
POWER REQUIREMENT:
4 kW, 3 phase 50hz
(60hz option available)
COMPRESSED AIR
required for self-cleansing
feature is 1.5 scfm.
SHIPPING WEIGHT 350 kg
PREPAIR 2300
POWER REQUIREMENT:
5.5 kW, 3 phase 50hz
(60hz option available)
COMPRESSED AIR
required for self-cleansing
feature is 2.25 scfm.
SHIPPING WEIGHT 500 kg
Labtech Essa also offer a complete dust extraction and collection design
and supply service.
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FUSION FURNACES
Gas fusion furnaces for rapid heat-up & recovery time.
25 POT FUSION FURNACE (gas)
CONSTRUCTION
Cabinet of 3 mm steel sheet mounted on a fabricated steel stand.
REFRACTORY LINING
Hot face of 70% alumina fire-brick backed with insulating fire-brick.
INTERNAL DIMENSIONS (mm)
400 high x 600 wide x 680 deep
BURNER EQUIPMENT & RATINGS
LPG: 1 X 40 mm long pattern aspirator with flame retention nozzle.
Burner rating 260 MJ/hr @ 140 K.P.A. Gas consumption 10.3 litres/hr
for heat up: 6 litres per/hr at operating temperature. Natural gas: 1 off
Riello gas package burner rated @ 360 MJ/hr @ 1K.P.A.
25 Pot Fusion Furnace
FLAME SUPERVISION
Landis & gyr LGB 21.550 flame
controller and U.V. cell
DOOR OPERATION
Pneumatic rising operation
by foot control
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Shimaden SR 35.0-1199C type K
APPROX. OVERALL
DIMENSIONS WITH DOOR
OPEN (mm)
1460 wide x 1420 deep x
1980 high
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
The furnace is fitted with a 10
ampere single phase cord and plug
top. Electrical load 2 amperes.
25 POT FUSION FURNACE (gas)

CONSTRUCTION
Cabinet of 5 mm steel sheet mounted on a fabricated steel stand.
REFRACTORY LINING
Hot face of 70% alumina fire-brick backed with
insulating fire-brick.
INTERNAL DIMENSIONS (mm)
400 high x 1200 wide x 680 deep.
BURNER EQUIPMENT & RATINGS
LPG: 1 X 40 mm long pattern aspirators. Burner rating
520 MJ/hr @ 140 K.P.A. Gas consumption 20.6 litres/hr
for heat up: 12 litres per/hr at operating temperature.
Natural gas: 2 off Riello gas package burner rated @
360 MJ/hr @ 1K.P.A. (720 total).
FLAME SUPERVISION
Landis & gyr LGB 21.550 flame
controller and U.V. cell.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Shimaden SR 35.0-1199C type K.
The furnace is fitted with a 10
ampere single phase cord and plug
top. Electrical load 4 amperes.
DOOR OPERATION
Pneumatic rising
operation by foot
control.
50 Pot Fusion Furnace
APPROX. OVERALL
DIMENSIONS WITH
DOOR OPEN (mm)
1740 wide x 1455 deep
x 2030 high.
(Diesel fuel and Electric fired models also available)

(All specifications and dimensions subject to change without notice)
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CUPELLATION FURNACES
GAS FIRED
CONSTRUCTION
Cabinet of 2 mm zinc anneal sheet steel lined with insulating fire-brick. Backed
with Vicuclad board. The furnace is mounted on a fabricated steel frame.
INTERNAL DIMENSIONS
(Muffle) 200 mm high x 260 mm wide x 460 mm deep
(300 mm high x480 mm wide x 580 deep option model available)
HEATING ELEMENTS
LPG: 32 mm long pattern insperator and flame retention nozzle.
Burner rating 125 MJ/hr @ 140 K.P.A.
Gas consumption 5 litres/ hr for heat up: 3 litres/ hr at operating
temperature. Natural Gas: Riello gas H., 1 off package burner
rated @ 150 MJ/hr @ 1 K.P.A.
FLAME SUPERVISION
Per a Landis & gyr LGB 21.550 flame controller and U.V. cell
flame detector
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Shimaden SR 35.0-1199 degree C type K.
The furnace is fitted with a 10 amp. Single phase power cord and
plug top. Electrical load 2 amps.
DOOR OPERATION
Counter balanced, rising
APPROXIMATE OVERALL DIMENSIONS WITH DOOR OPEN (mm)
680 wide x 1050 deep x 1740 high
(1120 wide x 975 deep x 1900 high option model)
ELECTRIC
CONSTRUCTION
Cabinet of 2 mm zinc anneal sheet steel lined with insulating fire-brick.
Backed with Vicuclad board. The furnace is mounted on a console
fabricated from 2 mm zinc anneal sheet.
INTERNAL DIMENSIONS
(Muffle) 200 mm high x 260 mm wide x 460 mm deep
(300 mm high x480 mm wide x 580 deep option model available)
HEATING ELEMENTS
Silicon carbide elements rated at 10.5 kW, 3 phase. Power supply to
the elements is per a multi-tapped double wound transformer.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Shimaden SR 35.0-1199 degree C type K. Fitted with high temperature alarm.
DOOR OPERATION
Counter balanced, rising
Best suited to continuous
operation for optimum
element life
APPROXIMATE OVERALL DIMENSIONS WITH DOOR OPEN (mm)

(option: 1120 wide x 975 deep x 1900 high)
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CALCINING & ASHING FURNACES

ELECTRIC CALCINING FURNACE
CONSTRUCTION
Cabinet of 2mm 316 stainless steel sheet, lined with
insulating fire-brick, backed with Vicuclad board and
mounted on a fabricated steel frame.
INTERNAL DIMENSIONS
810 high x 600 wide x 600 mm deep.
HEATING ELEMENTS
Spiral elements of Kanthal A1 wire carried in grooves
machined in to the walls of the furnace. Element rating
10.5 kW, 3 phase.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Shimaden SR 35.0-999 degree C type K. Maximum
recommended
operating temperature of the furnace is 800 degree C.
RACK & TRAYS

A 6 tray capacity rack fabricated from 310 stainless steel
angle. Trays are 500 x 500 x 50 mm deep at 125 mm
centres, fabricated from 2 mm stainless steel sheet.
CALCINING FURNACE
For calcining steel wool
APPROXIMATE OVERALL DIMENSIONS WITH DOOR

OPEN (mm)
ELECTRIC ASHING/PREHEAT FURNACE

CONSTRUCTION
Cabinet of 1.2 mm zinc anneal sheet metal,
lined with Vicuclad board. The instrumentation
and control equipment are located in the
console under the furnace.
INTERNAL DIMENSIONS
450 high x 350 wide x 400 mm deep
HEATING ELEMENTS
Spiral elements of Kanthal A1 wire carried in
grooves machined in to the side walls of the
furnace. Element rating 3.5 kW, single phase.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Shimaden SR 35.0-999 degree C type K.
RACK & TRAYS
A 3 tray capacity rack fabricated from 310
stainless steel angle. Trays are 270 x 350 x 15
mm deep at 110 mm centres, fabricated from 3
mm stainless steel sheet.
APPROXIMATE OVERALL DIMENSIONS
WITH DOOR OPEN (mm)
ASHING FURNACE
For ashing carbons & preheating cupels
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FIRE ASSAY TOOLS
Pouring mould,
crucible tongs,
button tongs,
cupel trays,
furnace tools,
test tube racks,
multiple crucible
loading and
pouring systems
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MILLMATE
The MILLMATE is a pneumatically actuated lifting aid for

reducing the manual effort required when moving larger ring mill
bowls between the Labtech Essa model LM1 or LM2 mill and the
work bench.
The Labtech Essa MILLMATE is a special purpose radial slewing hoist for supporting the weight
of the pulverising bowl while being transferred between the laboratory mill and work bench. It is
particularly suited to reducing operator effort when Labtech Essa bigger bowl assemblies such as
the B2000 are being used on the Labtech Essa models LM1, LM1.5 or LM2 mills. Adaptations are
also available for smaller bowls (and a special purpose adaptation is standard with the Labtech
Essa model LM5 mill).
The MILLMATE hoist is
mounted on a vertical mast
that fits conveniently between
the mill and work bench. The
hoisting movement is
achieved pneumatically while
the operator provides the
small amount of manual effort
required for the radial slewing
movement.
The whole bowl assembly is
supported in a weightless
condition during the transfer
between the mill and bench
(and return) in a special cradle
suspended by a link chain
from the tip of the
MILLMATE hoist. The
A Labtech Essa model B2000bowl being carried weightless in the
cradle is manually
MILLMATE cradle. Note operators left thumb on one of the two
manoeuvered by the operator
push buttons that are used to raise and lower the cradle.
to pick up and set down the
bowl. Manoeuvering is quick
and simple, being aided by two thumb operated push buttons in-built in to the cradle for controlling
the pneumatic hoisting motion.
The MILLMATE is particularly suited to use on pneumatically clamped mills because it

shares the same air supply. It is offered as an optional extra for
Labtech Essa model LM1, LM1.5 and LM2 mills.
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LABLIFT AUTOMATIC LIFTER

A lifting device for mineral laboratories and sample
preparation sheds with a need to elevate samples in a
controlled manner.
The inability of operators to manually lift mineral
samples safely to heights of more than approximately one meter above ground level has long
been a controlling factor in the overall design of
many sample preparation systems.
The all new Labtech Essa LabLift Automatic
Lifter has been introduced specifically to
address this problem.
The LabLift is a pnuematically actuated
lifting device with a nominal capacity of
approximately 10 to 15 kg. The sample is
elevated in a bucket housed in a sheet metal
and mesh safety enclosure. Portion of the
housing hinges open to allow the operator to
tip the sample in to the bucket at a comfortable height. The whole unit is safety locked
out while the hinged door is open.
Fail safe operation of the hoist is assured by

an automatic lock-up system that locks the
bucket operation in the event of a pneumatics malfunction.
Introduction of the LabLift in to sample
preparation areas will allow more compact
systems to be designed. Equipment such as
crushers and sample dividers will able to be
integrated one on top of the other with
elevated entry points.
More compact systems requiring less floor
area will therefore be easier to achieve,
along with a significant reduction in the
amount of manual handling involved and an
inherent improvement in occupational health
and safety conditions.
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BALL MILLS, ROD MILLS

& BOND INDEX MILLS
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Labtech Essa manufacture a range of metallurgical laboratory sized ball and rod mills to suit most
applications. Included in the range is a Bond index mill which has specific application in establishing
the grindability of ores (see sheet 2 of this data sheet)
The ball and the rod mill are of essentially the same basic concept comprising a barrel mounted in a
rotating yoke assembly which is driven through a gearbox from a single phase electric motor . The
barrel is pivot mounted on the rotating yoke and can be tilted for loading and discharge. A spring
loaded locking pin is used to hold the barrel in its horizontal operating position. A manually operated
locking mechanism ensures the removable lid of the barrel is sealed tight during operation.
The mills are supplied standard
with a barrel and rotating yoke
assembly and the electric
motor drive; all mounted on a
flat plate for attachment to the
customer s work bench.
(Lid shown removed for clarity).
AVAILABLE OPTIONS INCLUDE:

Various barrel, ball & rod materials.
Standard unit mounted on a stand-alone
framed bench.
Ball funnels.
Ball screens
Safety enclosure for the rotating barrel.
Acoustic enclosures
Barrels supplied as loose items for use on
Labtech Essa bottle rollers.
OVERALL DIMENSIONS:
A STANDARD UNIT is approximately 600 mm
wide x 900 long x 400 mm high and weighs
approximately 100 kg.
An optional STAND-ALONE UNIT with ball
funnel and screen is approximately 600 wide x
1100 long x 1200 high x approximately 207 kg.
STANDARD SIZES:
Optional STAND-ALONE configuration

complete with optional ball funnel and screen.
Labtech
Essa
Ball mill barrel sizes
Nominal
Volume
200mm dia. x 200 long

6.3 litre**
12.3 litre**
21.0 litre**
Rod mill barrel sizes

7.8 litre**
14.7 litre**
25.4 litre**
** without balls or rods.The useable volume

will be approximately 40% of this figure.

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BALL MILLS, ROD MILLS

& BOND INDEX MILLS
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LABTECH ESSA BOND INDEX BALL AND ROD MILLS

Internationally accepted mineral metallurgical standard test procedures to determine the physical
properties of ores include the Bond ball mill work index and the Bond rod mill work index.
These are empirical indices determined by closed circuit grindability tests developed by F.C.Bond
in the mid 1930s. They require a specific 12 diameter x 12 long (inside dimensions) horizontal
axis ball mill without lifters operating at 70 rpm to perform grindabilities from 28 to 500 mesh and a
12 diameter x 24 long rod mill with a wave type liner operating at 40 rpm to perform grindabilities
from 4 to 65 mesh.
Labtech Essa ball and rod mills can be supplied as complying machines with the appropriate
barrels and ball or rod charges. As with our standard range of ball and rod mills described on page
1 of this data sheet, the Labtech Essa BOND INDEX BALL MILL and BOND INDEX ROD MILL are
supplied standard with a barrel and rotating yoke assembly and the electric motor drive; all
mounted on a flat plate for attachment to the customer s work bench..with options of a standalone bench, funnel and screen. These machines will be of essentially the same physical arrangement and size as our standard range but with the customised features required to meet the Bond
specifications.
METALLURIGAL PILOT PLANT MILLS

Labtech Essa also provide 3 sizes of a larger batch or continuous mill style for use in pilot plant
applications and similar. These are 600mm dia. x 900 long, 750mm dia x 900 long and 900mm dia.
x 1200 long. They are typically supplied with mild steel shells with polyurethane or Linatex rubber
linings. They can be supplied with a broad range of options including scoop feeder, trommel discharge, replaceable liners, agitation tank, ball sump, pumps, etc.
Typical batch and continuous mills (with various

custom options) during manufacture in our factory.
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BOTTLE ROLLERS
Labtech Essa continuous duty bottle rollers are used for batch wet leaching and wet or dry grinding
or blending of a wide variety of ores, minerals and similar particulate. They find particular application in the acid leaching of finely ground ore in mineral analytical laboratories. The unit is comprised
essentially of rubber covered contra-rotating rollers
on which plastic, ceramic or metallic jars
containing the particulate are placed.
The bottles are then rolled about
their own horizontal axis
until the desired leaching,
grinding or blending
result is obtained.
The electro-mechanical drive system is
continuously rated
consistent with the
need for some materials to be rolled for
extended periods. These
bottle rollers are also quite
suitable for rolling Labtech
Essa ball and rod mill grinding barrels of the type described
on our separate data sheet on that
product range.
Labtech Essa offer 3 roll, 6 bottle and 3 roll, 12
bottle fixed rotational speed models suitable for 5 litre plastic bottles as the basic standard units in
our range. These are available with variable speed drive and timer options. These two standard
models are complemented by a wide choice of other capacities that are tailored to suit specific
customer needs. This can include multi-tier units and the capacity to roll multiple 10 and 20 litre
containers. All units are delivered fully assembled and with power lead and on/off switch ready for
easy installation and connection to the customers power supply.
Labtech Essa standard Bottle Rollers for 5 litre / 1 gallon plastic bottles:
Capacity
Dimensions ( crated)
Mass (crated)
Single phase power
Options
6 bottle
12 bottle
900 x 700 x 700 mm
1800 x 700 x 700 mm
50 kg
70 kg
1.1 kW
1.1 kW
Variable speed drive. Timer
We also welcome the opportunity to evaluate other sizes of bottle roll

to suit your specific needs
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FLOTATION TEST CELL

A bench top laboratory apparatus for establishing the
percentage of reagents in a production flotation cell and
for metallurgical test work
This versatile unit is used in metallurgical
laboratories to perform agitation, attrition
scrubbing and blending tests that can be
replicated in a production environment.
The variable speed control is complete with
digital readout of the rotating speed of the
impeller for greater accuracy, optimum speed
control and repeatability. Feed back capability is
available as an optional extra.
The unit is also supplied as standard with
integrated air pressure and volume controls
complete with read-out.
The test cells and their corresponding impellers
are supplied as optional extras. The standard
cells are of clear see-through acrylic in 1.75,
3.5, 7.0 and 17.5 litre capacity.
The drive motor is 0.75 kW, for connection to a
single phase power supply.
The Labtech Essa laboratory flotation test machine shown

complete with optional extra impellor and clear acrylic tank.
Labtech Essa also custom

design and manufacture
flotation test cells for pilot
plant operation and similar
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PRESSURE FILTERS
FOR DEWATERING LABORATORY SIZE BATCHES OF SLURRY SAMPLE
AND PROCESS CONCENTRATE
Labtech Essa pressure
filters consist essentially of
a vertical cylindrical barrel
arranged to have a filter
cloth installed at its lower
end and to have a batch of
slurry or process concentrate introduced at its
upper end. The cylinder is
then sealed and
(air)pressurised, forcing the
liquid to be separated from
the solids content and
discharged from the barrel,
leaving the solids behind
as an easily recoverable
filter cake.
24 litre, floor
mounted with
screw type lid
& base plate
13 litre, bench
mounted with
pivoted frame
Bench mounted
with pivoted frame
Floor mounted with screw type

lid & base plate
SIZE (CAPACITY)
4 litre
13 litre
13 litre
24 litre
41 litre
BARREL DIAMETER (nominal bore)
150mm
273mm
200mm
250mm
300mm
BARREL LENGTH
220mm
265mm
410mm
500mm
600mm
OVERALL HEIGHT (approx)
400mm
600mm
1400mm
1515mm
1660mm
MASS (approx, crated)
20kg
30kg
60kg
100kg
150kg
REPLACEABLE BARREL
INTERCHANGEABLE BARRELS
BARREL AVAILABLE IN:
PVC
Mild steel (painted)
Mild steel with polyurethane liner
304 Stainless steel
316 Stainless steel
FRAME AVAILABLE IN:
Mild steel (painted)
304 Stainless steel
316 Stainless steel
PRESSURE GAUGE
LID SEAL
BASE PLATE
Polyurethane
Steel backed polyethylene
REQUIRED AIR PRESSURE
80psi
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April 2001
Glen Creston
CROSS BEATER MILL

For crushing soil, bricks, concrete, rock, cement clinker, coal,
glass, ores, minerals, rare earth products, chemicals, spices,
grain and hundreds of other materials up to medium-hard range
The very popular cross beater mill concept is used for
crushing and grinding a wide assortment of materials
up to the medium hard range within a variety of
industries including construction, environmental,
mineral, chemical, agricultural and ceramic.
Infeed material passes from the mills feed hopper into
a grinding chamber, where it is pulverised between
the hard grooved chamber door and chamber linings
by the impact of 3 rotating beater tips on the beater
arm. Product is discharged through a readily interchangeable screen mesh at the bottom of the chamber that controls the final product sizing.
It is a compact mill, constructed from cast iron, with
the in-built strength and power to tackle really heavy
duty applications, batch or continuous. It is also dust free and easy to clean.
The Glen Creston cross beater mill will process from 200 grams up to a maximum of 50 kg/hr of up
to 30 mm lump size feed, reducing it down to approximately 50 micron. Maximum capacity and
milling performance will vary according to the nature of the product being processed and the
aperture of the output screen mesh fitted. A choice of 14 different screen hole diameters is available.
STANDARD FEATURES:
1.1 kW 2840 rpm electric brake motor drive,
415V, 50hz, three phase
Integral push button starter & motor protection
Mill will not start until grinding chamber door
is closed. Beater arms are braked to an
instant stop if door is opened during operation.
Safety barriers prevent hand access into
moving parts
Bench mounting
Beater tips can be re-sharpened and their
position can be readjusted to maintain optimum performance

replaceable cast iron grinding chamber
components
5 litre product receptacle with filter tube and
clamps
1130H X 560W x 700 mm x 62 kg gross mass
OPTIONAL EXTRAS:
Chrome or Stainless components and liners
in the grinding chamber
30 litre product receptacle.
Stand for floor mounting
Labtech Essa are pleased to be able to conduct

pre-purchase trials on customer free supplied samples
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DISC PULVERISING MILL
The Labtech Essa Disc Pulveriser is a simple,

durable machine for fine grinding all types of ores.
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Labtech
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Dimensions
Mass, crated
Dimensions, crated
Maximum feed size
Product size
Approximate capacity
Shaft speed
Motor

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Product sizing is controlled by the gap

between the two plates. A simple
screw adjustment is used to set the
gap.
The operating capacity of the disc
pulveriser depends upon the gap
setting, fed size and the crushing
properties of the ore being processed.
Typical capacities are 15 to 150 kg per
hour.
The Labtech Essa Disc Pulveriser can
be supplied as an option mounted on a
specially built bench complete with
dust extraction hoods for dust free
operation.
730 long x 400 wide x 400 deep mm

200 kg
800 x 500 x 500 mm
12 mm
75 micron up
15150 kg / hour
1150 rpm
4 kW, 3 phase, TEFC
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HAMMER MILL
For the rapid reduction of core samples or lump
ore of approximately 50 mm dia. sizing
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The Labtech Essa
450 mm dia. Hammer
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Mill is designed
to reduce approximately
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50 mm diameter
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It is supplied as
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All wearing parts
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Dimensions, crated
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Hammer type
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Drive
Motor
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Compressed air Blow down for
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Optional features
Screw feed; disc brake
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
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April 2001
Culatti
MICRO HAMMER - CUTTER MILL

A bench-top micro mill with the ability to pulverise almost
anything from cotton & wool through plants to rocks in seconds
The Swiss manufactured Culatti is a bench-top

micro mill with the power of a hammer mill and
the cutting action of a knife mill to pulverise
almost anything from plants to rocks in a few
seconds. Its combination of a 500 to 4500
rpm variable hammer speed and a choice of
easily changed discharge screen sizes from 0.2
to 6.0 mm aperture provide the flexibility to
grind a wide variety of products and sizes. A
hardened stainless steel grinding mechanism
provides outstanding resistance to wear. The
Culattis compact size allows ready use on
bench tops and under dust hoods.
Minimum sample quantity

Even as little as a few grams can be pulverised.
Hopper capacity
The standard hopper has a capacity of approximately 120cc.
Product particle sizing & control
The product size can be varied under very
closely controllable conditions by changing the
operating speed of the mill and/or by changing
the aperture of the discharge screens.
Using a 0.5 mm aperture screen and grinding at
maximum hammer speed in a single pass,
medium hard substances can be expected to
be reduced to approximately 100% minus 212
(70 mesh) with 40% being less than 75 (200
mesh).
Screens
These screen apertures are available:
6.0 5.0 4.0 3.0 2.0 1.5 1.0 0.8 0.6 0.5 0.4 0.3 &
0.2 mm.
Stainless steel construction

All parts within the grinding chamber in contact
with the sample are hardened stainless steel.
Dust free operation
Special attention has been paid to the design of
the Culatti mill to assure dust tight operation.
Motor
The mill is driven by a totally enclosed infinitely
variable (between 500 & 4500 rpm) 240 volt
50hz single phase electric brake motor. Overload protection is provided by a button circuit
breaker.
Safety
Opening the mill door triggers a safety switch
that cuts out the motor and actuates the brake.
Weight & dimensions
260 x 300 x 360 mm high x 8.2 kg

Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
April 2001
Models LM1 & LM1.5

Laboratory Ring Mills
Vibratory motor driven mills for rapidly preparing
up to 1.8kg of ore or mineral for analysis
The models LM1& LM1.5 are Labtech Essas reliable and
robust adaptation of the traditional vibratory ring mill that
incorporate an integral 3 phase vibratory duty electric
motor drive. These mills however differ from traditional
mills because of their ability to be fitted with a unique
800cc, 1000cc or 2000cc single puck type grinding bowl in
addition to any standard size of ring and roller grinding
bowl. Details of these grinding bowls are given in a separate data sheet.
The LM1 & LM1.5 mills are used for pulverising ores,
minerals, metallurgical samples, ceramics, soils, aggregates, chemicals and similar particulates. Most samples
can be ground to 95% minus 75 micron in 1 to 3 minutes
depending upon their physical characteristics.
These machines are well suited to laboratories mainly
using traditional ring and roller bowls but who also want to
use the range of higher capacity bowls on an intermittent
basis to prepare larger batches of homogeneous sample.
The two models are virtually identical except for the power of the drive motor. The more powerful
LM1.5 is recommended when the largest bowls are to be used frequently and/or when the mill is to
be connected to a 60 cycle power supply.
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STANDARD FEATURES:
Pneumatic bowl clamping.
1.1 (LM1) & 1.5 kW (LM1.5) integral
electric vibratory motor drive.
415 Volt, 50hz, 3 phase power
Good looking, easy to clean fibreglass
cabinet with sound reducing foam lining
External control box with start & stop
push button, motor overload protection,
electronic run cycle timer and pneumatic failure protection.
Lid safety switch de-energises mill
when cabinet lid opened
Integrated Emercency Stop button.

OPTIONS:
Wide choice of bowls (see Ring Mills)
Manual bowl clamping.
Other power supply connections.
Steel cabinet.
MillMate pneumatic lifting device for
weightless handling of the heavier
bowls (see Lifters).
WorkStation (see data sheet).
Separate floor mounted stand for
control box.
Power requirement
415 Volt, 50hz, 3 phase is standard but a full range of 3 phase power connections is available
Clean, dry air service required

for pneumatic bowl clamping
450 to 600 Kpa (65 to 90 psi) : 1 litre per minute maximum flow
Space required
(approx. only - with lid closed)
Standard machine:
720 mm wide x 600 mm deep footprint x 1000 mm high
With optional MillMate: 860 mm wide x 630 mm deep footprint x 1500 mm high
Shipping mass
180 kg (250 kg with optional MillMate)
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
April 2001
MODEL LM2
Laboratory Ring Mill
Vibratory mill for rapidly preparing up to 1.8kg
of ore for mineral for analysis
(with the extra power of a 2.2 kW shaft drive)
The vibratory head of the model LM2 is driven by a universal
shaft powered by vee-belts from a standard, stationary (nonvibrating) 2.2 kW electric motor. This drive arrangement
delivers more power to the grinding bowl and optimises motor
life (because it is not exposed to direct vibration as happens in
traditional integral vibratory motor driven mills). The mill also
differs from traditional mills because of its ability to be fitted
with a unique 800cc, 1000cc or 2000cc single puck type
grinding bowl in addition to any standard size of ring and roller
grinding bowl. Details of these grinding bowls are given in a
separate data sheet.
The LM2 mill is used for pulverising ores, minerals, metallurgical samples, ceramics, soils, aggregates, chemicals and
similar particulate. Typically, samples can be ground to 95%
minus 75 micron in approximately 3 minutes depending upon
their mass and physical characteristics.
The model LM2 is well suited to high volume mineral laboratories regularly preparing large samples in the unique Labtech
Essa single puck style of bowl or to any laboratory remote from the specialised repair services
typically required for integral vibratory motor driven mills.
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STANDARD FEATURES:
Pneumatic bowl clamping.
2.2 kW stationary electric motor drive
OPTIONS:
Wide choice of bowls (see Ring Mills)
Manual bowl clamping
Other power supply connections
Steel cabinet
MillMate pneumatic lifting device for
weightless handling of the heavier
bowls (see Lifters)
WorkStation (see separate data sheet)
Separate floor mounted stand for
control box
Power requirement

for pneumatic bowl clamping
Space required
(approx. only - with lid closed)
Standard machine:
720 mm wide x 600 mm deep footprint x 1000 mm high
With optional MillMate: 860 mm wide x 630 mm deep footprint x 1500 mm high
Shipping mass
180 kg (250 kg with optional MillMate)
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
April 2001
MODEL LM5
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Vibratory ring mill for preparing up to

3.5kg of ore for mineral for analysis
The Labtech Essa model LM5 mill is used for pulverising
ores, minerals, soils, metallurgical samples, ceramics,
aggregates, chemicals and similar particulates. It finds
particular application in mineral laboratories needing to
prepare larger, more representative samples. Typically,
samples of approximately 3 to 3.5 kg mass can be
ground to 90 to 95% minus 75 micron, while larger
samples up to approximately 4 to 5 kg can be reduced to
approximately 0.5 to 0.8 mm particle size (all subject to
the physical characteristics of the material. and the
condition of the grinding elements). Grinding time will be
approximately 5 to 8 minutes.
Labtech Essa are pleased to conduct pre-purchase trials
on customer free supplied samples.
PLEASE ASK FOR OUR DEMONSTRATION VIDEO

The vibratory platform of the model LM5 is driven by a universal shaft powered by vee-belts from a
standard, stationary (non-vibrating) 4 kW electric motor. This arrangement delivers the power
required to drive the large 5 kg nominal capacity grinding bowl integrated in to the head of the mill.
The drive motor is inherently protected from direct vibrational loads.
The design of the bowl is based on Labtech Essa internationally patented concept of a single, solid
flying saucer shaped puck operating in a curved bottom bowl. Only the puck is removed from the
bowl during routine operation. A pneumatically actuated MILLMATE hoist is fitted as standard to
assist in lifting and lowering the puck. The bowl is filled and emptied manually. Residue is vacuumed from the bowl. A vacuum gun is supplied as standard with each mill for connection to the
customers dust extraction system.
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STANDARD FEATURES:
Pneumatic bowl lid clamping.
4 kW stationary electric motor drive.
Power requirement


for pneumatic lid clamping and MillMate
Space required (approx. only)
1330mm wide x 1030mm deep footprint x 1730mm to top of MillMate
Shipping mass
700 kg
Labtech
Essa

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April 2001
MODEL LM5
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The pulverising bowl of the Labtech Essa model LM5 mill is permanently attached to the vibrating
platform of the mill during all normal operations. Only the puck is removed; with the aid of the
pneumatically actuated MILLMATE. The bowl is filled and emptied manually.
Residue is vacuumed from the bowl. A vacuum gun assembly is supplied as standard for this
purpose, together with 3 metres of flexible hose for connection to the customers dust collection
system. Some customers prefer to connect direct to their dust collection system with an open
ended flexible hose as shown in the photo at the bottom of
this page and in our demonstration video.
The design of the bowl is based on Labtech Essa internationally patented concept of a single, solid flying saucer
shaped puck operating in a curved bottom bowl. This
concept is recognised to produce a homogeneous sample
which only requires a portion of the milled sample to be
retained for analytical purposes.
The Labtech Essa model LM5 mill is housed in a durable
and good looking fibreglass cabinet lined with sound
absorbing foam. A dust extraction
point is provided at the rear of the
cabinet.
The front half of the cabinet is
quickly and easily removed for
maintenance access. Major
maintenance is facilitated by the
ability to remove the mill from the
cabinet while leaving the cabinet
and MILLMATE in their installed location. Sample preparation facilities with multiple numbers of mills make use of this
capability to quickly install a
spare mill while the original is
taken to the workshop.
LM5 mills installed at a commercial assay laboratory

in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia. Note this customers
preference to install their own (white coloured)
flexible vacuum hoses for final bowl cleaning and
their introduction of a coarse dust trap between the
mills and their dust extraction ducting
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
April 2001
Model ABM 2 AUTOBATCH

(An automated adaptation of the LM2 ring mill)
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An automated vibratory ring mill for preparing up

to 1.8kg of ore or mineral for analysis.
Ideally suited to these applications:
An alternative to the traditional all manually operated ring mill; significantly
reducing the amount of physical work required of the operator and improving their working environment. (Bowl handling & cleaning is eliminated)
Allows one only operator to address up to 6 or 7 mills
Integration into a robotic cell
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This Autobatch adaptation of the Labtech Essa model LM2 mill is fitted with a bolted down 2000cc
nominal capacity bowl assembly permanently attached to the mill. The bowl assembly comprises a
large flying saucer shaped puck in a correspondingly curved bottom bowl which is unique to
Labtech Essa and is internationally patented. This bowl concept assures a homogeneous sample is
prepared. Sample is retained in the bowl as a secure and discrete batch for the same length of time
it would usually need to be retained in a standard all manual LM2 mill. At the end of this time a
special hardened valve integrated into the lower surface of the bowl opens to allow the milled sample
to be discharged. Milling and discharge times are readily adjustable. On the completion of discharge,
the mill automatically moves in to a self cleaning cycle to prevent cross contamination between
samples. Residue discharges to the customers dust collection system. All cycles are PLC controlled.
The bowl has an easily opened lid to allow
spot inspection of its grinding chamber.
BASIC OPERATING PROCEDURE
The infeed sample should be dry and be
not more than 10mm particle size. It is
tipped into the infeed chute 1 from which
it gravitates into the grinding bowl 2
(which at thispoint will have its discharge
valve 3 closed). The valve will remain
closed until the sample has been milled
for the predetermined time needed to
achieve the required degree of fineness.
The valve will then open and allow the
milled sample to discharge via the
flexible hose 4 into the saved sample
container 5. The automatic cleaning
cycle will then operate in readiness for
the next sample.
OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE which allow
only a representative portion of the
milled sample to be retained with the
remainder being discharged to the
customers dust collection system. The
homogeneous nature of the sample
prepared by the Autobatch allows this
portion only to be split off in accordance
with recognised sampling protocol.
1
INFEED
VACUUM
RESIDUE
EXTRACTION
2
LABTECH ESSA 1.5kg
NOMINAL CAPACITY
RING MILL BOWL
3
DISCHARGE
VALVE
ASSEMBLY
4
FLEXIBLE
DISCHARGE
HOSE
5
SAVED SAMPLE
CONTAINER
AN OPTIONAL AUTOMATIC BARREN RINSE CYCLE can also be added to supplement the
standard air blast and vacuum bowl cleaning system
The Autobatch has an approximate footprint of one square meter and weighs approximately
700kg. It should be bolted to a solid, level floor and should have one meter of clearance provided on
each of the four sides for maintenance access. Connection to a 3 phase power supply, a clean air
supply and a dust extraction system are required. Refer Labtech Essa for details.
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April 2001

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The
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heart of
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the
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Autobatch is
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a Labtech Essa
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model LM 2 batch
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mill but with the bowl
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tached to it. The bowl
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incorporates a PLC
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controlled valve that
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The Autobatch with all
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allows the sample to be
covers removed.
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discharged at the end of
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the milling cycle. An
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integrated PLC controlled
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air blast and vacuum system automatically cleans
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the bowl out between samples.
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This photo shows the Autobatch configured to discharge
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all of the milled sample into a saved sample container.
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An optional configuration is available in which one or two 100cc
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(nominal) representative samples are split off and retained on discharge
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with the remaining material directed to the customers dust collection

system. The homogeneous nature of the sample prepared by Labtech Essas
unique flying saucer puck bowl configuration used on the Autobatch allows
this portion only to be split off in accordance with recognised sampling protocol.
Ask about our demonstration video on the Autobatch mill

and about our data sheet on robotic cells
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April 2001
CONTINUOUS RING MILL

A special adaptation of the Ring Mill capable of processing larger
batches of mineral sample on a continuous flow through basis.
The Labtech Essa continuous ring mill is selected for those applications where ring milling would be the preferred method of reducing a
coarse sample to analytical fineness but the quantity to be milled is
greater than the capacity of a standard ring mill. Ring milling is a
preferred methodology for rapidly reducing coarse mineral, ore and
similar particulate to the degree of fineness required for laboratory
analytical procedures. The resulting sample is homogeneous and
repeatability is excellent. Each batch is processed on a one-at-a time
basis in a sealed bowl to minimise the possibility of contamination
from the outside or the loss of sample as dust. The largest batch that
can be prepared in a ring mill however is only approximately 5kg.
When a need is seen to prepare larger samples, they can be processed in a standard ring mill in smaller batches on this one-at-a-time
basis and then be recombined..or the Labtech Essa Autobatch
ring mill can be used to perform this same function on an automatic
basis (see data sheet).
A practised alternative is to prepare these large samples in a
Labtech Essa Continuous Ring Mill. This is a derivative of the
standard Labtech Essa model LM2 mill fitted with a special bowl
arrangement specifically designed to receive and discharge a flow of
sample on a continuous basis. One or more (usually two) grinding
bowls are fitted. In the two bowl arrangement, one is mounted on top
of the other to allow the first to perform an initial coarse grinding
function. Process rates of 250g to 400g per minute can be achieved
when producing a nominal 150 micron product.
Labtech Essa Continuous Ring Mill

arranged with a segmental type rotary
sample divider accepting the
discharged product.
The performance of the continuous ring mill will vary according to the
physical characteristics of the material being processed. It is therefore
necessary that test work be carried out before purchase to assure the
bowl configuration is optimised for the task to be performed.
The product from the mill will not be as homogeneous as that prepared by the traditional one batch at a time method. When a percentage only of the product discharged from the continuous ring mill is
required to be retained for further downstream processing in the
laboratory, then a Labtech Essa rotary sample divider can be placed
at the mill discharge to assure a representative sample is collected.
The Labtech Essa Continuous Ring Mill complete with its infeed
variable rate electromagnetic vibratory feeder is delivered in a crate
approximately 1450 x 800 x 1500 mm high with a shipping mass of
approximately 480 kg. A typical rotary sample divider would be delivered in a second crate approx. 700 x 700 x 700 mm x 100 kg.
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The Labtech Essa Continuous Ring Mill is

also available in an extra heavy duty
configuration for production type operating
environments such as might be encountered
in a continuous sampling and sample
preparation plant at a mine site. Refer
Labtech Essa for further information.
April 2001
MIXERMILL 2000
Ring Mill
For the rapid grinding to analytical fineness of up to 2kg
of brittle or hard ore or similar particulate
The Mixermill 2000 ring mill is used for pulverising
ores, minerals, metallurgical samples, ceramics, soils,
aggregates, chemicals and similar particulate. It is
capable of producing large batches of representative
sample very quickly. A range of bowls from 50 to
2000cc nominal capacity can be fitted.
Typically, when fitted with our unique 2000cc nominal
capacity bowl, it can reduce up to 1.5kg of coarse ore
and similar to 95% minus 75 micron in 3 minutes
depending upon the physical characteristics of the
material. The homogeneous nature of the product
minimises the need for mixing and riffle splitting after
milling. The Mixermill 2000 is a heavy duty machine
capable of operating on a round-the-clock basis in
high turnover commercial mineral laboratories and
similar.
The MIXERMILL 2000 ring mill with standard pneumatic

bowl clamping and 2000cc nominal capacity bowl being
handled weightless by the optional MixerMate. Manual
bowl clamping is available as an option.
The Mixermill 2000 has an electro-mechanical drive

system that protects its 2.2kw electric motor from
direct vibration. The mill is enclosed in a durable
fibreglass cabinet lined with noise absorbing foam. A control box is supplied as standard equipment.
Traditional ring and roller bowls available for use on the Mixermill 2000:
Model
number
B50
B100
B125
B300
B400
Nominal
Internal diameter
capacity (cc) x depth (mm)
50
100
125
300
400
65 x 37
140 x 50
150 x 60
200 x 47
200 x 47
Grinding
elements
1 roller
1 ring + 1 roller
1 ring + 1 roller
2 rings + 1 roller
1 ring + 1 roller
Mass
(kg)
2
7
7
14
14
Larger bowl assemblies available for use on the Mixermill 2000**:

Model
number
B800
B1000
B2000
Nominal
capacity (cc)
800
1000
2000
Internal diameter
x depth (mm)
Grinding
elements
Mass
(kg)
210 x 65
240 x 65
255 x 93
1 disc
1 disc
1 disc
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** These bowls consist of an internationally patented Labtech Essa single flying saucer shaped puck operating in a bowl with a
correspondingly shaped bottom surface. The mass of this single puck in combination with the interaction between its lower curved
surface and that of the bowl provides superior pulverising performance. The puck has a conical off-centre hole through it to assist in the
mixing and pulverising of the sample to assure homogeniety. These bowls are of through hardened tool steel construction for optimum
life. A spacer ring may need to be fitted between the bowl and the mill to ensure correct positioning of the bowl under the clamp. An
optional pneumatically actuated MixerMate hoist is available to assist in handling the heaviest bowls.
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April 2001
MIXERMILL 4000
Ring Mill
A high performance vibrating ring mill using traditional ring
& roller grinding elements to pulverise up to 4kg of mineral
sample to analytical fineness.
The Mixermill 4000 is an extension of traditional vibrating ring
milling technology, specifically designed for reducing up to
4000g of coarse rock, ore chips, soils and similar particulates
to predominantly 75 micron in approximately 4 minutes *.
Conventional (but oversize) ring and roller type grinding
elements provide simultaneous pulverising and mixing,
minimising the need for riffle splitting to obtain a laboratory
sample. The bowl has a patented replaceable and reversible
base plate to minimise bowl refurbishment costs.
Mixermill 4000 Mill

and Work Station
The Mixermill 4000 is supplied as 3 separate pieces

1. An hydraulically driven mill unit
containing the pulverising bowl :with
hinged lid and dust extraction point;
and safety cut out protection
2. A work station with dust control hood
which provides an efficient bench area
for cleaning the grinding elements. The
control panel for the mill is mounted at
the top of the hood.
3. An electric motor driven (7.5 kW, 3
phase) hydraulic power pack which
is supplied with sufficient flexible
hosing to allow it to be installed within
3 metres of the mill unit.
The Mixermill 4000

rings and roller bowl
assembly (lid not
shown) and standard
pneumatic clamping
system. The bowl
remains fixed to the
machine while the
grinding elements are
removed for cleaning.
Final cleaning is by
vacuuming.
DUAL option: A second mill can be provided for installation on the opposite side of the work
station. The standard hydraulic power pack can drive the 2 mills sequentially or a dual power
pack option can be ordered which allows both mills to be
operated simultaneously.
The standard
hydraulic
power pack
Built for the toughest conditions

Developed in 1984, the Mixermill 4000 is a heavy duty, high
performance machine designed for hard work. Many
operate in the near continuous around-the-clock environment of commercial assay laboratories where long term
efficiency of performance is the main decision to purchase
criteria. The unique hydraulic drive has proven particularly
effective and reliable, and requires minimal maintenance.
* This is a nominal only performance expectation that will vary according to the
physical characteristics of the material being milled and the operating condition
of the grinding elements. Labtech Essa are able to conduct tests at their factory to
determine how the mill will perform when processing your material.
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April 2001
RING MILL BOWLS

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A unique range of bowls from 10 to 1800g nominal capacity
The Labtech Essa programme of ring mill bowls is unique because it includes 3 sizes of
internationally patented high capacity and performance bowls together with a range of
traditional ring and roller type bowls.
The patented bowls consist of a single,

solid flying saucer shaped puck
operating in a bowl with a concave
curved bottom surface. The mass of
this single puck in combination with the
spatula like grinding interaction between its lower curved surface and that
of the bowl provides superior pulverising with grinding performance. The
puck also has an off-centre, truncated
hole through it to assist in the mixing of
the sample to assure homogeniety.
These bowls are of through hardened
tool steel construction for optimum life.
They are available in 800, 1000 &
2000cc nominal capacity.
Labtech Essa unique patented solid
flying saucer shaped puck
Labtech Essa traditional ring and roller style bowls are available in 50, 100, 125, 300 &
400cc nominal capacity. These too are of through hardened tool steel construction as standard, with optional materials available on request.
All bowls in this range are suitable for use on the Labtech Essa model LM1, LM1.5 and
LM2 mills as set out on page 2 of this data sheet (see separate data sheets for mill details).
Ring and roller bowls can be used as replacements for those from other manufacturers.
The patented bowls typically have the ability (when used on a Labtech Essa mill) to reduce
ores, minerals, metallurgical samples, ceramics, soils, aggregates, chemicals and similar
particulates to a nominal 75 product in approximately 3 minutes; with the ring and roller
range typically capable of producing an even finer product in approximately 1 to 3 minutes.
The useable capacity of each bowl will generally be 60 to 80% of its nominal capacity. The
performance expectation of all bowls is subject to the physical characteristics of the sample
being milled and the final particle sizing required.

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April 2001
RING MILL BOWLS

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TYPES AND SIZES AVAILABLE
LABTECH ESSA UNIQUE 800, 1000 & 2000cc nominal capacity bowl assemblies:
Model
number
Nominal
capacity
Internal diameter
x depth (mm)
Grinding
elements
Mass
(kg)
B800
B1000
B2000
800
1000
2000
210 x 65
240 x 65
255 x 93
1 disc
1 disc
1 disc
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LABTECH ESSA ring & roller bowl assemblies:

Model
number
Nominal
capacity
(cc)
Internal
x depth
(mm)
Grinding
elements
B50
B100
B125
B300
B400
50
100
125
300
400
65 x 37
140 x 50
150 x 60
200 x 47
200 x 47
1 roller
1 ring + 1 roller
1 ring + 1 roller
2 rings + 1 roller
1 ring + 1 roller
Mass
(kg)
2
7
7
14
14
NOTE: A spacer ring may need to be fitted between the bowl and
the mill to assure correct fitment of the bowl.
All the above bowl assemblies are suitable for use on the
Labtech Essa Models LM1, LM1.5 and LM2 mills
(except the use of the B1000 and B2000 is not recommended when connecting the LM1 to a 60 cycle power supply)
Labtech Essa ring and roller bowls can be substituted for any equivalent product on mills
manufactured by others. Labtech Essa models B800, B1000 & B2000 bowls however are not
recommended for use on competitors mills unless of equivalent power and speed.

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RING MILL BOWLS

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Grinding bowls and elements are manufactured from steel having the
following maximum levels of minor and trace elements:
Chrome Free
Low Chrome
Chrome
Element
Max Level Units
Max Level Units
Max Level Units
Au
0.05
ppm
0.05
ppm
0.05
ppm
Ag
0.50
ppm
0.50
ppm
0.50
ppm
Bi
10
ppm
10
ppm
10
ppm
Cd
10
ppm
10
ppm
10
ppm
Co
500
ppm
300
ppm
300
ppm
Cu
500
ppm
0.2
0.2
Cr
300
ppm
0.2
13
Mg
300
ppm
1000
ppm
300
ppm
Mn
1.0
1.5
0.5
Mo
50
ppm
200
ppm
2000
ppm
Ni
300
ppm
0.1
0.3
Pb
10
ppm
10
ppm
20
ppm
500
ppm
100
ppm
1500
ppm
Zn
50
ppm
100
ppm
50
ppm
Not all items are available as standard in each of the steel types. Special steel types are
available on request. Each batch of steel used in our manufacturing process is tested by
a certified laboratory.
If you would like a copy of the analysis certificate regarding your particular bowl or
grinding elements or require further information please contact Labtech Essa, quoting
the serial number stamped into the bowl or grinding elements.
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April 2001
ROTARY SAMPLE COLLECTORS

An indexing carousel for the automatic collection and secure storage of
samples being generated by a continuous sampling system. The carousel
carries a number of equal capacity containers that will collect and store
unique or composite samples over an extended period.
Plastic sample receivers on the

rotating table of sample collector.
Note that in operational mode the
inlets of those containers not in the
process of immediately being filled
are sealed automatically against
moisture and dust loss or ingress.
Labtech Essa model RSC

5-8 rotary sample collector.
(8 containers, each 5 litre capacity)
Labtech Essa rotary sample collectors are essentially an
electro-mechanically driven rotating carousel table carrying a number of removable sample
receivers which are automatically indexed under the final discharge point of a continuous sampling system to collect and store the discharged sample/s. The inlet of all containers except that
being immediately filled is kept sealed against sample loss or the ingress of foreign material.
They are equally suitable for collecting free flowing solids or slurry. The sample collection
containers are typically proprietary line polyethylene flasks which can be readily fitted to and
removed from the carousel and can have screw lids fitted while being transported to the analytical laboratory. Stainless steel containers are an available option. The carousel is housed in a
fabricated steel cabinet with easy access mesh frame doors which allow the unit to be viewed
while operating. Safety switching is fitted to automatically disable the unit if any access door is
opened, with the system automatically returning to its correct operating sequence when reclosed. The carousel can be
indexed manually to bring any
MODEL
3 PHASE
NOMINAL FLOOR
container to a convenient hanNUMBER
CONTAINERS POWER REQ'D
SPACE REQ'D (mm)
dling point.
Labtech Essa manufacture a
range of standard rotary
sample collectors and are
also able to customise these
or any other sizes to suit
customer specifications.
Labtech
Essa
RSC 5-3
3 @ 5 litre
RSC 16-3
3 @ 16 litre
RSC 10-4
4 @ 10 litre
RSC 16-6
6 @ 16 litre
RSC 20-6
6 @ 20 litre
RSC 5-8
8 @ 5 litre
RSC 10-8
8 @ 10 litre
RSC 4.5-16 16 @ 4.5 litre

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0.75 kw
0.75 kw
0.75 kw
0.75 kw
0.75 kw
0.75 kw
0.75 kw
1.1 kw
1200 x 1200
900 x 900
1000 x 1000
1100 x 1100
1200 x 1200
1200 x 1200
1230 x 1230
1500 x 1500
April 2001
RIFFLE SPLITTERS
Labtech Essa manufactures a comprehensive range of both enclosed

laboratory and open-framed field riffle splitters.
All our splitters are of robust
construction and can be
custom built to your particular size requirements
Quality built to Australian
Standards providing accurate division
All standard splitters are
supplied with three trays:
two collection and
one additional
Extra trays can be
supplied if required
All size options are available
in heavy gauge mild steel or
stainless steel
TYPICALBLADE
SPACING
STANDARD INLET
HOPPER SIZES
12mm
19mm
25mm
32mm
38mm
150mm x 150mm
300mm x 150mm
400mm x 200mm
450mm x 200mm
500mm x 200mm
600mm x 200mm
Labtech
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May2001
ROTARY SAMPLE DIVIDERS

Segmental Bucket Type
For the accurate division of bulk laboratory samples
into equal samples
The feed sample is fed at a controlled rate as a falling stream of material that is divided in to equal
segments by the action of a circle of segmental buckets being rotated beneath the stream. The
unit operates in accordance with internationally recognised sampling protocols.
To select the most appropriate unit for your application we need to know:
Sample volume
Sample lump size and physical characteristics
Number of segments into which sample is to be split
Feed hopper
Electric motor driven

rotating bucket segments.
Can also be free wheeled by
hand for easier loading and
unloading of the buckets
Electromagnetic,
variable rate,
vibratory feeder
(not shown)
Control box:
Lockable castor
type wheels
Labtech Essa Rotary sample divider in

operating condition. A safety switch prevents
unit from operating while lid is open
Unit with lid open to show the rotating

segmental type buckets which divide and collect
the sample. Buckets are fitted with handles for
easy removal. Turntable can be free-wheeled by
hand to bring each bucket to front of unit.
ALL PARTS IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH THE SAMPLE ARE OF STAINLESS STEEL CONSTRUCTION
(except on models 130 & 200 which are mild steel)
Hopper
capacity
Model
number
Standard
buckets
Nominal dimensions
w x l x h (mm)
5 litre
10 litre
20 litre
30 litre
40 litre
50 litre
60 litre
130 litre
200 litre
RSD 005
RSD 010
RSD 020
RSD 030
RSD 040
RSD 050
RSD 060
RSD 130
RSD 200
6 off **
320 x 600 x 725
6 off **
730 x 1051 x 1138
6 off **
730 x 1051 x 1138
6 off **
730 x 1051 x 1291
6 off **
730 x 1051 x 1400
6 off **
730 x 1051 x 1500
6 off **
730 x 1050 x 1450
Refer Labtech Essa for details
Refer Labtech Essa for details
Approx.
Mass (kg)
Power required
(single phase)
60
250
250
250
270
270
270
1 amp
4 amp
4 amp
4 amp
4 amp
4 amp
4 amp
** Optional extra numbers of buckets are available for all models
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May2001
ROTARY SAMPLE DIVIDERS

Residue Type
For dividing off & retaining a specific percentage of a laboratory
bulk sample (with remainder passing through as residue)
The feed sample is fed at a controlled rate to create a
falling stream through which a bucket equal to the
required percentage to be retained is rotated. Buckets
of various sizes can be fitted to vary the percentage
captured and multiple buckets can be fitted to capture
more than one sample. The remainder of the feed
passes through to a removable residue container or
can be conveyed away as waste. These units operate
in accordance with internationally recognised sampling
protocols.
ALL PARTS IN DIRECT CONTACT

WITH THE SAMPLE ARE OF STAINLESS STEEL CONSTRUCTION.
Residue
To select the most appropriate unit for your application

we need to know:
Sample volume
The percentage/s to be captured
Sample lump size and physical characteristics
Preferred method of collecting/disposing of residue
Control box
is standard
Feed hopper
Door shown in
open position
Electric motor driven rotating

mechanism carrying the
bucket/s that pass through
the falling stream from the
vibratory feeder.
Buckets are easy to remove & replace
View of rotating mechanism with cabinet door in open position : in this case
fitted with multiple buckets. Note handles on buckets for easy removal. Note also
safety switch at lower right which prevents operation while door open.
Feed hopper
capacity
10 litre
20 litre
30 litre
40 litre
50 litre
60 litre
Model
number
RSDR010
RSDR020
RSDR030
RSDR040
RSDR050
RSDR060
Labtech
Essa
Saved sample
bucket/s
Nominal overall
dimensions (mm)
Two (2) off saved sample

buckets of customer
specified size are supplied
as standard. Optional extra
multiple and/or different
sizes of bucket are available.
700W x 1400 x 1150H

700W x 1400 x 1400H
700W x 1400 x 1440H
700W x 1400 x 1550H
700W x 1400 x 1600H
730W x 1050 x 1450H

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Electromagnetic,
variable rate,
vibratory feeder
Height is left beneath the residue

hopper to suit the customers
specified requirements
Approx.
Mass (kg)
260
263
265
270
275
280
Single Phase
power required
4 amps
4 amp
4 amps
4 amps
4 amp
4 amps
May2001
BALL SCREW SAMPLER

(Electric motor driven, for solids)
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State of the art technology for the primary and secondary

sampling of falling streams from belt conveyors.
Labtech Essa are the Australian pioneers of a
range of electric motor driven ball screw
samplers that find particular application in
collecting a representative sample from the
material stream being discharged over the
head pulley of a belt conveyor. These are
setting new standards of performance and
reliability that traditional chain, pneumatic and
hydraulic drive samplers can find difficult to
match.
The ball screw sampler maintains genuine
uniform cutter speed through the falling
stream, even when wear eventually occurs.
The concept has been long term field proven
in a broad range of medium to extra heavy
applications.
The ball screw sampler is of simple yet rugged

construction designed for maximum operational availability with low maintenance, in
even the most arduous applications.
The electric motor driven ball screw mechanism produces a very rapid acceleration and
deceleration time and results in a constant
speed drive which does not slow down when
confronted with the falling stream to be sampled. Its combination of a powerful directly
coupled electric motor and the huge mechanical advantage produced by the ball screw and
nut assembly ensures that sampler performance conforms most closely to recommended
sample theory.
Removable
cover housing.
Cross section through a typical

cutter carriage wheel showing
method of constraining it
against torsional load. Rail
wipers are not necessary due to
the shape of the rail.
Powerful fixed speed electric motor drive,

direct coupled to the screw thread. Variable
speed option readily added.
PRECISION GROUND SCREW THREAD.
This robust motor driven screw drives a
tangential recirculating ball nut attached to
the sample cutter carriage.
Durable protective
sleeve for screw.
SAMPLE CUTTER CARRIAGE.

Its heavy duty wheels are widely spaced for
maximum stability and are specifically arranged
to resist the torsional loads imposed by the
impact of the falling stream on the cutter.
Wide range of standard and

custom designed replaceable
cutters available.
Labtech
Essa

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April 2001
BALL SCREW SAMPLER

(Electric motor driven, for solids)
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The installation of a falling stream (linear) sampler at the discharge end of a belt conveyor is an
internationally preferred method of sampling the
material being carried by that belt conveyor.
Various international standards have been
established to assure the sampler performs in a
manner which assures the collected sample is
truly representative. One of the most relevant
requirements of these standards is the sampling
cutter must travel back and forth through the
falling stream at a uniform rate. Sampling equipment manufacturers have traditionally used
chain, pneumatic or hydraulic drives to satisfy
this requirement. Labtech Essa have been
Australian pioneers in the use of the precision
ground (square) screw thread and ball nut
concept to drive falling stream samplers. This is
a truly positive drive system which by its very
nature is obliged to travel through the falling
stream at a uniform rate. It has none of the
potential elasticity of pneumatics or hydraulics
and will continue to operate at a uniform rate
even when the mechanism eventually begins to
wear. Labtech Essas simple, yet rugged, application of the concept assures maximum reliability
and availability of the system.
Reverse
discharge
cutter
concept
Bottom dump
bucket type
cutter concept
Labtech Essa samplers are available with forward

and reverse continuous discharging cutters and with
bottom dump bucket cutters
Please send us the following information

to allow us to review your next falling
stream sampling application:
Details of the material being conveyed
including its particle sizing
Conveyor belt width, travel speed and
tonnage
Your required sample mass or percentage
Labtech Essa also offer a full range of complementary sampling and sample
size reduction equipment .......... and a design through to commissioning
service for complete sampling stations and systems
Labtech
Essa

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April 2001
SLURRY SAMPLING
LINEAR SAMPLING
The superior operational benefits of the Labtech Essa electric motor
driven BALL SCREW SAMPLER (as described in our separate data
sheet) are as equally applicable to slurry sampling applications as they
are to the sampling of dry material being discharged from a belt conveyor. The linear action of the ball screw is ideally suited to the primary
or secondary sampling of a slurry being discharged from a launder, weir
or vertical pipe. The inherent design characteristics assure the sample
cutter passes back and forth through the falling slurry stream at genuine constant uniform speed and with maximum operational availability.
The Labtech Essa electric motor driven

ball screw linear sampler is ideally
suited to the primary or secondary
sampling of slurry being discharged
from a launder, weir or vertical pipe.
The Labtech Essa VEZIN rotary sampler

is ideally suited to primary sampling
vertical pipe streams or secondary
application in typical slurry systems
ROTARY SAMPLING
The Labtech Essa VEZIN sampler is a fully enclosed unit containing a
rotating sample cutter that passes at constant speed through the falling
stream of slurry (or free flowing solids) entering it. The VEZIN finds
application in the primary sampling of vertical pipes or as a secondary
unit in typical slurry sampling systems. Correct cutter geometry design
ensures radial cutter edges accurately cut a fixed portion of the stream.
The portion of the stream sampled by the cutter is diverted to the
customers sample collection system while the remainder passes
through for continuous discharge. One, two or four cutters can be fitted
to ensure a representative sample is collected. (Please ask for our
separate data sheet on Vezins).
Labtech Essa also offer a design through to commissioning service for

complete slurry sampling systems
Labtech
Essa

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April 2001
SWEEP SAMPLERS
SAFE, ACCURATE SAMPLING FROM MOVING CONVEYORS

Clean Sweep Series
Primary Samplers
START
STOP
FEATURES INCLUDE:
Articulated Contour Support.
Total Particle Sample increment Removal.
PLC Controlled Pneumatic Power
Industry Leader for Cutter Speed,,Control and Accuracy
Complete Cross Section Removal in .15 to .25 Seconds.
Indexed Cutter Rotation Blocks sample discharge opening
between cuts.
Unique Skirting and Surge Dam..
Cutter from 1.25 to 45 .
Installed on Belts with Speed in Excess of 1000 Feet Per Minute.
Backed by FullTime Sales,Engineering and Service Personnel.
Labtech
Essa

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April 2001
VEZIN SAMPLERS
A CIRCULAR PATH CROSS STREAM SAMPLER FOR PRIMARY OR SECONDARY
SAMPLING FROM A FALLING STREAM OF SLURRY OR FREE FLOWING SOLIDS
The Labtech Essa Vezin sampler is a fully enclosed unit containing a rotating sample cutter that
passes at constant speed through the falling stream of slurry or free flowing solids entering it.
Correct cutter geometry design ensures radial cutter edges accurately cut a fixed portion of the
stream. The portion of the stream sampled by the cutter is diverted to the customers sample
collection system while the remainder passes through for continuous discharge.
One, two or four cutters can be fitted to ensure a representative sample is collected. The cutters are readily
replaceable in the field.
Labtech Essa Vezins are specifically designed to be
minimum maintenance units capable of approximately 98%
operational availability.
STANDARD FEATURES
Labtech Essa Vezins are of essentially square construction to minimise the time and costs associated with
fitting replacement liners
Delivered as self-contained packages for ready site
The design and operation of the
Labtech Essa Vezin sampler is in
installation
accordance with recognised
Mild steel construction with replaceable stainless steel
international sampling protocols.
liners is standard
Inspection hatches are provided top and side and are
fitted with integral safety protection.
The drive is designed to assure the cutter always comes
to rest outside the falling stream for easier inspection.
OPTIONS
Up to 4 cutters can be readily fitted on site without
Alternate materials of construction for
modification to the basic unit
the basic unit and its liners to meet
The cutter is direct driven by a fixed speed 3 phase
customer specifications.
electric motor and gearbox combination to assure
Twin cutter assemblies for two sample
maximum operational reliability and availability.
streams.
Replaceable cutter lips manufactured from Ni Hard
Custom built sizes.
steel.
Please let us know the following so we can select the appropriate unit for your application:
Physical characteristics of your material including bulk or pulp density and particle sizing
Percentage cut/s required
STANDARD SIZES:
Labtech
Essa
Model
Cutter
VS300
VS450
VS600
VS850
VS1000
VS2000
One cutter
supplied, more
available as
optional extras

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Nominal overall
Dimensions (mm)
Power
(3 phase)
410 x 410 x 700 high

600 x 600 x 1000 high
740 x 740 x 1150 high
900 x 900 x 1360 high
1100 x 1100 x 1450 high
1310 x 1310 x1670 high
0.37 kw
0.37 kw
0.37 kw
0.75 kw
0.75 kw
0.75 kw
April 2001
SUSPENDED SIEVE SHAKER

An electro-mechanical shaker for suspended mounting and
carrying up to six off 450mm diameter standard test sieves.
This unique shaker is specifically designed to be fitted with

up to six off 450mm diameter test sieves of any aperture.
Drive is by a standard 240volt, 50hz, single phase electric
motor to a rotating eccentic mass assembly that causes the
sieves to oscillate in a mainly horizontal plane. The amplitude
of oscillation is adjustable. As a general guide, it can be
expected that relatively coarse aperture sieves will perform
best when the shaker is operating at its greatest amplitude of
oscillation.
It is supplied as standard to process essentially dry materials
but a wet sieving option is available.
The shaker can be suspended from any suitably robust hook.
An optional wheel mounted stand with a manual winch is
available to suspend the sieve stack at a maximum height
equivalent to a 220 litre drum. The sieve stack can be lowered to floor level.
OPTIONS AVAILABLE:
3 phase drive motor
International motor voltages
Wet sieving attachment
Suspension stand on lockable castors; with manual
winch
Adaptor for 300-mm diameter test sieves

Labtech Essa test sieves
SPECIFIC MODEL OPTION:
A model for carrying one only test sieve is available as
a specific option. A lower height ension stand option is
available for this.
Optional castor mounted suspension
stand with manual winch
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
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April 2001
Model OST450 SIEVE SHAKER

For dry sieving with 450mm square or round
The OST450 is a heavy duty, floor mounted oscillating sieve shaker (or table) which was originally
designed to satisfy the requirements of recognised
international standards particularly associated with
the laboratory screen sizing of iron ore. Subsequently it has also been applied in a number of
applications where customers need a heavy duty
laboratory screen to process larger volumes of other
minerals including coal.
The OST450 can be fitted with up to 8 off 450 mm
square perforated plate sieves or up to 10 off 450
mm diameter standard BS or ASTM perforated plate
or wire mesh test sieves of typically 4 to 50 mm
aperture.
The sieve stack on the OST450 is oscillated in a
circular motion in the horizontal plane by a three
phase 1.5kW electric motor driving to a mechanical
unbalanced counterweight system. A positive vertical
component of motion is also imparted to the sieve stack by an electromagnetic vibrator
integrated into the oscillating table to assure optimum screening efficiency.
While the dual drive system of the OST450 results in relatively quiet operation of the unladen
machine, the movement of the material being screened in the sieve stack can create a
degree of noise which will typically require the unit to be located away from operating personnel. When this is not practical then Labtech
Essa can offer an optional extra sound enclosure for the unit.
The OST450 is supplied as standard complete
with a separate IP55 enclosed on/off
control station for customer installation remote
from the unit. An optional extra timer can
be included in this control station.
Labtech Essa are manufacturers of

450mm square sieves and
international distributors of a
complementary range of 100, 200,
300 & 450mm diameter wire mesh
and perforated plate test sieves to
BS410.
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
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April 2001
TEST SIEVES
Labtech Essa maintain

substantial stocks of our
own privately labeled test
sieves to BS 410 (AS 1152).
These are manufactured to
internationally recognised
quality assurance standards
and are individually
checked and certified for
compliance to BS 410. Each
is issued with a unique
serial number and a Conformance certificate for full
product traceability.
Labtech Essa specialise in
sieves of stainless or plated
steel construction that are
inherently more robust,
durable and corrosion
resistant than traditional
brass sieves.
100 mm diameter : stainless mesh

200 mm diameter : perforated plate
Labtech Essa sieves are manufactured to metric
dimensions and will interchange with Endecotts
metric frames. Adaptors are available for customers needing to interchange with older imperial dimension sieves or U.S. made sieves.
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
May 2001
TEST SIEVES
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APERTURE
NOMINAL
EQUIVALENT
PART
NUMBER
20 micron
25 micron
32 micron
38 micron
45 micron
53 micron
63 micron
75 micron
90 micron
106 micron
125 micron
150 micron
180 micron
212 micron
250 micron
300 micron
355 micron
425 micron
500 micron
600 micron
710 micron
850 micron
1.00 mm
1.18 mm
1.40 mm
1.70 mm
2.00 mm
4.00 mm
(ISO Standard)
(ISO Standard)
440 mesh
400 mesh
350 mesh
300 mesh
240 mesh
200 mesh
170 mesh
150 mesh
120 mesh
100 mesh
85 mesh
72 mesh
60 mesh
52 mesh
44 mesh
36 mesh
30 mesh
25 mesh
22 mesh
18 mesh
16 mesh
14 mesh
12 mesh
10 mesh
8 mesh
4 mesh
850200
850201
850202
850204
850206
850208
850210
850212
850214
850216
850218
850220
850222
850224
850226
850228
850230
850232
850234
850236
850238
850240
850242
850244
850246
850248
850250
850258
SS Lid
SS Pan
Labtech
Essa
MESH
These 100 mm diameter
test sieves feature
stainless steel mesh with
stainless steel frame.
100 mm sieves are 40 mm
nominal depth from the top of
the frame to the mesh.
850299
850300

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May 2001
TEST SIEVES
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APERTURE
20 micron
25 micron
32 micron
38 micron
45 micron
53 micron
63 micron
75 micron
90 micron
106 micron
125 micron
150 micron
180 micron
212 micron
250 micron
300 micron
355 micron
425 micron
500 micron
600 micron
710 micron
850 micron
1.00 mm
1.18 mm
1.40 mm
1.70 mm
2.00 mm
2.36 mm
2.80 mm
3.35 mm
4.00 mm
4.75 mm
5.60 mm
6.70 mm
8.00 mm
9.50 mm
11.20 mm
12.50 mm**
13.20 mm
16.00 mm
19.00 mm
SS Lid
SS Pan
NOMINAL
EQUIVALENT
PART
NUMBER
(ISO Standard)
(ISO Standard)
440 mesh
400 mesh
350 mesh
300 mesh
240 mesh
200 mesh
170 mesh
150 mesh
120 mesh
100 mesh
85 mesh
72 mesh
60 mesh
52 mesh
44 mesh
36 mesh
30 mesh
25 mesh
22 mesh
18 mesh
16 mesh
14 mesh
12 mesh
10 mesh
8 mesh
7 mesh
6 mesh
5 mesh
4 mesh
3.5 mesh
3 mesh
851000
851001
851002
851004
851006
851008
851010
851012
851014
851016
851018
851020
851022
851024
851026
851028
851030
851032
851034
851036
851038
851040
851042
851044
851046
851048
851050
851052
851054
851056
851058
851060
851062
851064
851066
851068
851070
851071
851072
851074
851076
851099
851100
MESH
200 mm diameter sieves
with stainless steel mesh
in a stainless steel frame.
the frame to the sieving surface.
**Common use size only
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
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May 2001
TEST SIEVES
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APERTURE
PART NUMBER
4.00 mm
4.75 mm
5.60 mm
6.30 mm
6.70 mm
8.00 mm
9.50 mm
11.20 mm 1
2.50 mm**
13. 20 mm
16.00 mm
19.00 mm
22.40 mm
25.00 mm**
26.50 mm
31.50 mm
37.50 mm
45.00 mm
50.00 mm**
53.00 mm
63.00 mm
75.00 mm
106.00 mm
851458
851460
851462
851463
851464
851466
851468
851470
851471
851472
851474
851476
851478
851479
851480
851482
851484
851486
851487
851488
851490
851492
851496
SS Lid
SS Pan
851099
851100
PLATE
200mm diameter sieves
with square apertures
punched in plated mild
steel sieving surface in a
stainless steel frame.
200 mm sieves are 50 mm nominal depth from the top of the
frame to the sieving surface.
**Common use size only
Labtech
Essa

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Fax:
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May 2001
TEST SIEVES
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APERTURE
# 20 micron
# 25 micron
# 32 micron
# 38 micron
# 45 micron
# 53 micron
# 63 micron
75 micron
90 micron
106 micron
125 micron
150 micron
180 micron
212 micron
250 micron
300 micron
355 micron
425 micron
500 micron
600 micron
710 micron
850 micron
1.00 mm
1.18 mm
1.40 mm
1.70 mm
2.00 mm
2.36 mm
2.80 mm
3.35 mm
4.00 mm
4.75 mm
5.60 mm
6.70 mm
8.00 mm
9.50 mm
11.20 mm
12.50 mm**
13.20 mm
16.00 mm
19.00 mm
NOMINAL
EQUIVALENT
PART
NUMBER
(ISO standard)
(ISO standard)
440 mesh
400 mesh
350 mesh
300 mesh
240 mesh
200 mesh
170 mesh
150 mesh
120 mesh
100 mesh
85 mesh
72 mesh
60 mesh
52 mesh
44 mesh
36 mesh
30 mesh
25 mesh
22 mesh
18 mesh
16 mesh
14 mesh
12 mesh
10 mesh
8 mesh
7 mesh
6 mesh
5 mesh
4 mesh
3.5 mesh
3 mesh
858100
851801
851802
851804
851806
851808
851810
851812
851814
851816
851818
851820
851822
851824
851826
851828
851830
851832
851834
851836
851838
851840
851842
851844
851846
851848
851850
851852
851854
851856
851858
851860
851862
851864
851866
851868
851870
851871
851872
851874
851876
Plated mild steel Lid

Plated mild steel Pan
Labtech
Essa
851899
851900

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MESH
300 mm diameter sieves
with stainless steel mesh
in a plated mild steel
frame.
# Can be supplied on request with

reinforced mesh at extra cost.
** Common use size only
May 2001
TEST SIEVES
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APERTURE
PART NUMBER
4.00 mm
4.75 mm
5.60 mm
6.30 mm
6.70 mm
8.00 mm
9.50 mm
11.20 mm
12.50 mm**
13. 20 mm
16.00 mm
19.00 mm
22.40 mm
25.00 mm**
26.50 mm
31.50 mm
37.50 mm
45.00 mm
50.00 mm**
53.00 mm
63.00 mm
75.00 mm
90.00 mm
100.00 mm**
106.00 mm
125.00 mm
852258
852260
852262
852263
852264
852266
852268
852270
852271
852272
852274
852276
852278
852279
852280
852282
852284
852286
852287
852288
852290
852292
852294
852295
852298
852298

PLATE
300mm Perforated plate
sieves have square
apertures in plated mild
steel sheet with plated
mild steel frames.
the frame to the sieving surface
851899
851900
Labtech
Essa

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May 2001
TEST SIEVES
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APERTURE
# 20 micron
# 25 micron
# 32 micron
# 38 micron
# 45 micron
# 53 micron
# 63 micron
75 micron
90 micron
106 micron
125 micron
150 micron
180 micron
212 micron
250 micron
300 micron
355 micron
425 micron
500 micron
600 micron
710 micron
850 micron
1.00 mm
1.18 mm
1.40 mm
1.70 mm
2.00 mm
2.36 mm
2.80 mm
3.35 mm
4.00 mm
4.75 mm
5.60 mm
6.70 mm
8.00 mm
9.50 mm
11.20 mm
12.50 mm**
13.20 mm
16.00 mm
19.00 mm
NOMINAL
EQUIVALENT
PART
NUMBER
(ISO standard)
(ISO standard)
440 mesh
400 mesh
350 mesh
300 mesh
240 mesh
200 mesh
170 mesh
150 mesh
120 mesh
100 mesh
85 mesh
72 mesh
60 mesh
52 mesh
44 mesh
36 mesh
30 mesh
25 mesh
22 mesh
18 mesh
16 mesh
14 mesh
12 mesh
10 mesh
8 mesh
7 mesh
6 mesh
5 mesh
4 mesh
3.5 mesh
3 mesh
852400
852401
852402
852404
852406
852408
852410
852412
852414
852416
852418
852420
852422
852424
852426
852428
852430
852432
852434
852436
852438
852440
852442
852444
852446
852448
852450
852452
852454
852456
852458
852460
852462
852464
852466
852468
852470
852471
852472
852474
852476

Labtech
Essa
852499
852500

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MESH
These are all 450 mm
diameter sieves with
stainless steel mesh in a
plated mild steel frame.
# Can be supplied on request with

reinforced mesh at extra cost.
May 2001
TEST SIEVES
APERTURE
PART NUMBER
4.00 mm
4.75 mm
5.60 mm
6.30 mm
6.70 mm
8.00 mm
9.50 mm
11.20 mm
12.50 mm**
13. 20 mm
16.00 mm
19.00 mm
22.40 mm
25.00 mm**
26.50 mm
31.50 mm
37.50 mm
45.00 mm
50.00 mm**
53.00 mm
63.00 mm
75.00 mm
90.00 mm
100.00 mm**
106.00 mm
125.00 mm
852858
852860
852862
852863
852864
852866
852868
852870
852871
852872
852874
852876
852878
852879
852880
852882
852884
852886
852887
852888
852890
852892
852894
852895
852898
852898

852499
852500
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PLATE
450mm Perforated plate
sieves have square
apertures in plated mild
steel sheet with plated
mild steel frames.
the frame to the sieving surface
Labtech
Essa

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May 2001
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HANDLING & CLEANING
While Labtech Essa sieves are typically of stainless or plated steel construction that is
inherently more robust, durable and corrosion resistant than traditional brass sieves,
their useable life span can be further increased by following appropriate handling and
cleaning procedures.
It is important to remember a test sieve is a precision measuring instrument that
should be handled & used with care, cleaned (and dried) regularly and safely stored
securely. The carton in which the sieve is delivered has been designed as a storage
container for it and should be used for this purpose.
Particles should not be forced through the apertures of a test sieve. Even the general
practice of brushing material through finer meshes is generally undesirable. When
brushing is virtually unavoidable because of the nature of the material being sieved,
then it should be done as gently as practical to avoid damaging the sieve and to
avoid breakage of the particles.
Sieves should be cleaned after each sizing determination and replaced in their storage container. Any particles caught in the apertures can usually be removed by
inverting the sieve and
gently tapping the
frame. The underside of
the mesh side can
also be stroked gently
with a soft brush.
While air cleaning of
meshes from their
reverse side can also be
successful it should
be avoided because of
the airborne dust
which the method can inherently generate.
Sieves may also be
cleaned by washing
in warm water and an appropriate detergent.
Very fine meshes can
also be wet cleaned
in an ultrasonic bath at
the baths lowest
practical setting and for
the minimum practical time frame. The sieve
should then be rinsed
in clean water then thoroughly and quickly
dried in warm (not hot) air. Sieves used in wet sieving applications should not be
allowed to dry out before being thoroughly cleaned to avoid trapped particles being
baked on.
Common sense must apply in all cases remembering the fundamental requirement is
to subject the sieve to the minimum of physical or mechanical abuse and to keep it
clean and free of any build-up.
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
May 2001
WORK STATIONS
Labtech Essa manufacture a range of work benches for general and

specific use in assay and metallurgical laboratories.
They are of fabricated steel and heavy duty sheet metal construction and are of a de-mountable design to minimise shipping volume. All have a 5 mm thick steel bench top which is 900
mm from floor level, 750 mm deep and available in 1200, 1500, 1800, 2000, 2400 and 3000
mm lengths.
WORK STATIONS:
For sample preparation areas. Supplied with a
zinc anneal sheet metal hood (as illustrated)
and a below bench level full length dust duct
along the back edge of the bench top. The
entrance to the duct is covered with a heavy
mesh screen at bench-top level. (Note the mesh
shelf below the bench is an optional extra)
WEIGH BENCHES:
Are essentially the same as a Work Station but
with a solid bench top and vertical extraction
point over the work area.
GENERAL PURPOSE WORK BENCHES:
Are essentially the same as the Work station but
without a hood and with a solid bench top.
OPTIONS FOR ALL BENCHES INCLUDE 5
mm thick rubber bonded to the working surface of the bench top, a heavy duty mesh shelf
below the bench and over the bench lighting.
One only 600 mm deep x 1000 mm nominal

bench top size model is also available with
contoured fibre glass. The contoured shaped
of the hood offers more even air flow throughout the entire inner volume of the hood. The
fibre glass construction offers greater resistance to corrosive attack and has found application in low toxicity applications. The bench
top is of heavy duty steel construction and the
support frame is of de-mountable design to
reduce shipping volume. A dust extraction
connection can be made at the top or back of
the hood.
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
April 2001
XRF PRESS AND DIE SETS

Bench mounted electro-hydraulic press for preparing
powder samples for X-Ray fluorescence analysis
Designed with operator safety in

mind. Downward movement of the
hydraulic ram is initiated by two
push buttons, one on each side of
the base of the press unit. These
have to be actuated in unison
thereby requiring both hands of the
operator to be occupied out of
harms way.
Labtech Essa manufacture a bench
mounted, two piece, high pressure,
electro-hydraulic actuated press for
laboratory use in the preparation of
pressed powder samples for X-Ray fluoresence analysis. It is made up as a
press unit and a separate 240 volt, single phase, electro-hydraulic power pack.
The press unit is designed for free standing on the customers bench top with the
separate power pack placed within a 3 metre hose length of the press unit. The
most frequently used location for the power pack is in the bench area beneath
the press unit. These have to be actuated in unison thereby requiring both hands
of the operator to be occupied out of harms way. The unit then moves in to
automatic mode once the press has closed, allowing the unit to run unattended
to complete its cycle automatically. The automatic cycle assures each sample is
subjected to the same pre-set pressure for the same time span....giving optimum
repeatability, automatically.
This adjustable to 40 tonne model is also provided with a see-through
polycarbonate safety door to the pressing area which is interlocked to prevent
the press from operating while the door is open.
Labtech Essa also manufacture die sets to

suit most powder cups and planchettes.
Labtech
Essa

Phone: +61 (08) 93773677
Fax:
+61 (08) 93773420
April 2001

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PRODUCT CATALOGUE 2001

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History and recognition

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Programming the robot with

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An automated robotic system can operate on

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Models MPEX60 & SP100

Jaw Inlet (mm)

Approximate min/max capacity *

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The Labtech Essa model JC1000 is a

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Standard configuration, complete with infeed

Optional configuration for mounting in a

Jaw Inlet (mm)

** Recommended extraction flow is 80 l/sec (upper) and 90 l/sec

Dimensions are approximate only.

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Model JC 2500 NUGGET

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** Recommended extraction flow is 180 l/sec (upper) & 90 l/sec (lower)

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Approximate overall dimensions

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2 @ 1.1 kW, 415V

600 x 700 x 1100 high

2 @ 4.0 kW, 415V

700 x 1000 x 1200 high

2 @ 4.0 kW, 415V

700 x 1000 x 1200 high

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1142 x 500 x 922 mm high

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ESSAIR DUST COLLECTORS

ESSAIR dust collectors and ducting

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PREPAIR COMPACT DUST COLLECTORS

A COMPACT, LOW HEADROOM DUST COLLECTOR FOR SMALLER SAMPLE

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NOTE that a PREPAIR is shipped with its fan assembly

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