Reducing Material Build-Up by 80%: How UHMW Magnetic Panels Improved Chute Performance

01. The Challenge

The customer was experiencing material buildup as material discharged from the re-crush belt into the hopper, which then entered the dry screen. Material packed in the hopper clogged the chute, requiring the operation to shut down production and manually remove the accumulated debris.

02. The Solution

Buffalo recommended lining the hopper and chute with 12" × 12" UHMW-Lined Magnetic Panels. The durable magnetic liner system was designed to reduce material adhesion, improve material flow, and allow any remaining build-up to be removed quickly during maintenance.

03. The Result

Following installation, the customer experienced significant improvements in material flow and maintenance efficiency.

• Reduced material build-up by 80%
• Reduced production downtime by approximately 1.5 hours per week
• Improved material flow through the hopper and chute
• Made any remaining material build-up faster and easier to remove during maintenance