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Water-jet-assist Cutting Evaluation and Cutting Trials.

Authors
Neumann-U
Source
NTIS: PB 92-191709 Available for Reference At Bureau Libraries :61 pages
Link
NIOSHTIC No.
10011253
Abstract
Mining coal using the longwall method is becoming increasingly popular in the United States. Unfortunately, the dust levels liberated by various longwall equipment can exceed the permissible limits and therefore reduce the productivity. In 1984, the Eickhoff Corp. was awarded a contract to build and demonstrate a water-jet- assisted shearer for the multiple purpose of reducing the dust levels, increasing the material size, and improving the bit service life. Two shearers were built, one of which was operated for two panels in a U.S. mine. Dust measurements and bit wear measurements were conducted. The levels of the respirable dust were reduced by up to 52 pct and the service life of the bits was increased due to the cooling and lubricating effect of the water jets.
Publication Date
19910101
Document Type
CP; Final Contract Report;
Fiscal Year
1991
NTIS Accession No.
PB92-191709
NTIS Price
A05
Identifying No.
OFR 78-92
Source Name
NTIS: PB 92-191709; Available for Reference At Bureau Libraries
Performing Organization
Eickhoff Corp.
Page last reviewed: April 12, 2019
Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Education and Information Division