Stop Tramp Metal Before It Stops Production
Australian conveyor metal detectors built to protect your plant from equipment damage and costly downtime.
Trusted by 500+ sites across Australia
Why choose Detec Detectors?
Local Fast Australian Support
Australian Owned Company with dedicated local support since 1968
Customised Detectors for Your Site
Custom Detector setups to suit your existing conveyor layout requirements
Installation & Operational Guidance
Get up and running as quickly as possible the right way
Spare Parts supply
Keep your site running with spare parts available
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a conveyor metal detector protect us from?
A conveyor metal detector helps protect your plant from tramp metal before it causes damage. This can include bucket teeth, tools, bolts, wire, bar scrap or other metal objects in the material stream. Detecting it early reduces the risk of equipment damage, unplanned downtime and costly production delays.
Will it work with our conveyor, belt width and material type?
Yes, Detec can help match the detector to your conveyor setup. The right system depends on your belt width, material height, belt speed, product type and site conditions. When you enquire, we can help confirm the best fit for your conveyor and application.
Can it handle harsh mining, quarrying and industrial environments?
Yes. Detec conveyor metal detectors are built for harsh industrial environments, including mining, quarrying and bulk materials handling sites. They are designed for demanding conveyor applications where reliability, durability and local support matter.
What types of metal can it detect?
Detec conveyor metal detectors are designed to detect unwanted metal contaminants in conveyed material, including ferrous, non-ferrous metals and stainless steel. Detection performance depends on the type of metal, the conveyor setup, the material being conveyed and the required sensitivity.
Will it cause false trips or unnecessary conveyor stops?
The goal is to detect damaging tramp metal without creating unnecessary stoppages. False trips are managed through correct detector selection, installation, sensitivity setup and understanding your conveyor environment. Detec can help assess your conveyor, material and site conditions so the system is set up for reliable operation.
What happens when metal is detected?
When metal is detected, the system can be configured to suit your site. This may include stopping the conveyor, triggering an alarm, sending a signal to your control system or supporting a process for locating and removing the metal. Detec can help determine the most practical setup for your operation.
How much maintenance and support is required?
Detec systems are designed for long-term industrial use with practical operation and support. As an Australian supplier, Detec can provide local guidance, technical support and spare parts assistance to help keep your detector operating reliably over time.
What information do you need to provide a quote?
To recommend the right conveyor metal detector, we usually need your belt width, material type, material height, belt speed, site environment and preferred response when metal is detected. If you do not have all the details yet, you can still enquire and Detec can help guide you through what is needed.