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The feed conveyor discharge chute at an iron ore mine is designed for seamless material transfer, reducing spillage and dust while improving efficiency
Optimising material transfer across industries with advanced handling solutions
18th February 2025

Efficient material transfer is a critical component of any materials handling operation, regardless of the commodity being moved. Whether handling coal, minerals, aggregates or other bulk... 


Monitoring belt speed is essential for maintaining optimal flow. Accurate measurements help identify potential issues and improve overall efficiency
Overcoming sticky challenges in material transfer systems
21st January 2025

Handling sticky materials in mining and minerals processing can create significant obstacles from equipment blockages and excessive wear to increased maintenance and operational inefficiencies.... 


A Weba Chute Systems head chute, engineered to handle abrasive materials, reduce maintenance and extend service intervals with controlled material flow, in operation
Custom chutes show their mettle with abrasive ore
5th December 2024

With most of its 5,000-strong global footprint of transfer chutes being installed in Southern Africa, Johannesburg-based Weba Chute Systems has built a reputation in demanding mining conditions.... 


Weba Chute Systems' advanced design ensures minimal dust and material spillage, contributing to a safer and more sustainable operation at this coal mine
Advancing dust control with Weba Chute Systems
5th November 2024

Controlling dust during material transfer has become a pressing challenge in mining and industrial operations, particularly as environmental regulations tighten and safety standards rise. Dust... 


A Weba Chute Systems manager assessing dust at a transfer point. Dust control solutions improve safety and minimise environmental impact
Innovative Weba transfer point solutions reduce costs and enhance safety
8th October 2024

In the bulk material handling applications transfer points are critical locations where materials are moved between different conveyor belts or from conveyors to storage areas. The efficiency of... 


A large coal handling transfer chute designed by Weba Chute Systems to manage varying load conditions
Keeping chutes working when speeding up conveyors
10th September 2024

In the mining environment, chutes are generally designed to manage some variance in the loads being transported by conveyor systems – but drastic changes in conveyor belt speeds can introduce... 


A Weba Chute Systems field advisor inspecting a sampler chute
Cutting costs or cutting corners? The true price of poor maintenance in mining operations
8th August 2024

General maintenance service providers often overlook the intricate engineering design of specialised on-mine equipment, leading to significant long term costs for mining operations. This issue... 


A Weba screen and underpan transfer chute discharging onto a conveyor at a coal mine
Optimise transfer points to lower total cost of ownership
2nd July 2024

The efficiency and reliability of transfer points are pivotal in lowering the total cost of ownership (TCO) on mines and minerals processing plants. These transfer points, where materials move from... 


Experienced Weba Chute Systems draughtsman comparing drawings with the 3D model
Global shift to Weba Chute Systems represents greater efficiency
11th June 2024

In bulk materials handling applications, the uncontrolled discharge from conventional chutes can lead to increased maintenance and replacement costs, as well as decreased productivity. Recognising... 


Weba Chute systems field advisor doing an inspection on a chute, noting the wear pattern
The critical role of maintenance in terms of financial constraints
6th May 2024

In the face of declining commodity prices, the mining industry has increasingly prioritised cost saving measures, often leading to the suspension of capital expenditure (CAPEX). While such... 


The above image depicts the team at Weba Chute Systems discussing a design
Firm reports on successful global turnkey projects
26th April 2024

With the promise that its customised transfer point solutions will always perform to expectations, transfer chute technology provider Weba Chute Systems tackles its turnkey projects in a highly... 


Izak Potgieter, Systems Manager at Weba Chute Systems, inspecting a transfer chute at a coal mine
Weba Chute Systems: Revolutionising performance with scientific precision
8th April 2024

In the competitive and demanding world of mining, efficiency and sustainability are paramount. Mines are constantly seeking solutions that not only enhance operational effectiveness but also ensure... 


TRANSFER CHUTE INSTALLATION
Though transfer chutes may not be directly involved in the shaft sinking stage of development of a mine, they can used later during materials handling within the mine
Company improves efficiency, safety in underground operations
29th March 2024

There is a growing acknowledgement over the past few years that transfer points and chutes significantly influence overall process plant performance, says engineering company Weba Chute Systems,... 


A screen oversize to conveyor Weba transfer chute installed at a steel plant
Success for Weba Chute Systems in managining global turnkey projects
19th March 2024

With the promise that its customised transfer point solutions will always perform to expectations, Weba Chute Systems tackles its turnkey projects in a highly systematic and controlled manner. The... 


A conveyor onto conveyor transfer chute installed at a local steel plant
Strong local,global demand for engineered Weba Chutes
20th February 2024

It has been another good year for transfer chute specialist Weba Chute Systems, and signs are that it will get even better. While demand from the mining industry can be volatile, the company has... 


Werner Baller, Founder of Weba Chute Systems, left behind a remarkable legacy
Tribute to Werner Baller - A visionary and pioneer in Engineering
29th January 2024

Werner Baller, founder of Weba Chute Systems, passed away on 15 December 2023 leaving behind him a remarkable legacy. Werner, born in 1940 in Brotdhof, West Germany, embarked on a journey that not... 


Second from left, Faizal Mahomed, Client Services Manager at Weba Chute Systems, and third from left, Izak Potgieter, ISO Systems Manager at Weba Chute Systems, are in the process of validating the quality control procedure at the Germiston factory
Managing quality and maintenance for chute reliability
19th January 2024

Custom engineered chutes are scientifically designed and simulated prior to manufacturing by Weba Chute Systems to give customers optimal uptime – but the company has also innovated ways to keep... 


A rendered image of the jaw crusher feed chute
Northern Cape mine smooths flow with Weba Chute
17th October 2023

Specialist transfer point company, Weba Chute Systems is working with a mine in the Northern Cape to improve material flow. The mine has ordered two custom engineered chutes from Weba Chute... 


Planning, including stockholding of spare parts, can be done in advance with the reliability model in place
Advanced wear life measurement technology for transfer chutes
18th September 2023

Transfer chute wear life measurement, an intricate process involving meticulous tracking of multiple components, is essential for enhancing uptime in materials handling applications — a direct... 


CUSTOM COLLABORATION
The solution developed by Weba Chute in collaboration with Kwatani promises direct savings in terms of mill bearings, as well as less mill downtime
Local manufacturers solve gold mine’s milling issues
4th October 2019

Specially designed ore silo chutes from transfer solutions provider Weba Chute Systems will be installed at a South African gold mine to reduce mill wear and other processing challenges caused by... 


Leveraging Technology Backed By In-Depth Experience In Transfer Points
Leveraging Technology Backed By In-Depth Experience In Transfer Points
1st October 2019

Weba Chute Systems & Solutions assists a mining operation in Mexico by conducting a thorough assessment on the functionality of existing chutes in the plant. As part of a significant investment to... 


Weba Chutes To Optimise Silo ORE Flow For SA Gold Mine
Weba Chutes To Optimise Silo ORE Flow For SA Gold Mine
2nd September 2019

Specially designed ore silo chutes from Weba Chute Systems will be installed at a South African gold mine to reduce mill wear and other processing challenges caused by the uncontrolled flow of... 


SMOOTH TRANSITION 
Weba Chute Systems is officially diversifying its client base, having infrequently participated in non-mining projects over the years
Specialist moves to diversify into agriculture, food & bev
16th August 2019 By: Nadine James

Gauteng-based material transfer specialist Weba Chute Systems is diversifying its client base, officially venturing into the agricultural, food and beverage and paper and pulp industries, says Weba... 


Weba Chute Systems Completes Successful Chute Upgrade Project At Amplats’ Mogalakwena North Mine
Weba Chute Systems Completes Successful Chute Upgrade Project At Amplats’ Mogalakwena North Mine
30th June 2015

Weba Chute Systems has successfully completed a chute upgrade project at Anglo American Platinum’s Mogalakwena North Mine. The chutes were installed originally in 2006 and subsequently lined with... 


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