Conveyor Components Company has released a new model TPS “Tripper Position Switch” designed to indicate when the tripper of a shuttle conveyor is located on a multiple discharge point, “tripping” or activating the dumper when signalled.

This unit is, the company says, rugged and durable for adverse field conditions and is commonly used in the coal and metal & non-metal mining industries.

The company said: “This device is a heavy-duty style control with two SP/DT micro switches rated for 20 amps at 120 VAC, 240 VAC, or 480 VAC.”

The switch actuation is bi-directional, and the roller orientation is field adjustable with a simple hex bolt adjustment. The white acetyl roller is bi-directional, measures 3 inches (76 mm) in diameter by 1-5/8 inch (42 mm) wide and will withstand pressure, wear and chemical attack, Conveyor Components Company says.

The housing is a rugged cast aluminum enclosure rated for NEMA 4 weatherproof, or NEMA 7/9 explosion proof.