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Rotating steel shafts are used throughout the materials handling, mining and port industries wherever power transmission or the mounting of rotating components in a mechanical system is required. Shaft failure can be potentially disastrous and can lead to large repair costs and long down times. As a result owners, operators and designers of such components need to be aware of the issues involved in the design of rotating steel shafts and some general principles of good shaft design.
Welding defects can greatly affect weld performance and longevity. Having an understanding of the various defects, their causes and remedies can help to ensure higher-quality and longer lasting welds. Upon detection of welding defects, an evaluation should be carried out to determine its severity, and appropriate action taken. Even the most inconspicuous weld defect, can render a welded structure unfit to carry out its intended purpose.
The increasing level of coal and mineral exports from Australia has created a strain on existing export facilities and has resulted in the need for expansions to existing facilities and new export facilities. Larger bulk material carrier sizes up to 360,00DWT are now in service, however many existing ports can only handle vessels up to a maximum of 220,000 DWT. Thus there will be a need for new berths designed for these vessels and continuing pressure on existing terminals to accept larger ships.
