Materials Handling & Conveyors
IMHA designs, supplies, installs, and maintains bulk materials handling systems and conveyor equipment for mining, cement, industrial, and processing operations.
What we provide
- ✓Conveyor belt system design, supply, and installation
- ✓Belt conveyor commissioning and optimisation
- ✓Transfer point chute design and installation
- ✓Conveyor structure and support steelwork
- ✓Belt tracking, tensioning, and alignment
- ✓Conveyor safety systems: pull cords, belt slip, misalignment switches
- ✓Bulk materials handling system design for mining, cement, and industrial applications
- ✓Screw and drag chain conveyors
- ✓Bucket elevators
- ✓Conveyor control system integration (PLC, drives, interlocks)
- ✓Breakdown response and conveyor maintenance contracts
- ✓Belt weigher integration — see also Instrumentation & Weighing
Industries served
Frequently asked questions
Do you handle bulk materials conveyor design from scratch?▾
Yes. We can take a materials handling brief from initial concept through detailed design, procurement, installation, and commissioning. We handle the mechanical, electrical, and control scope in-house rather than splitting across multiple contractors.
Can you work on existing conveyor systems that need modification or repair?▾
Yes. Modifying, repairing, and extending existing conveyor installations is a significant part of our work. We can assess existing systems, identify failure modes, and carry out planned or breakdown repairs.
Do you provide belt weigher installation and integration?▾
Yes. Belt weigher installation, commissioning, and calibration is part of our instrumentation and weighing capability. We can integrate belt weighers into your conveyor control system and process data infrastructure. See our Instrumentation & Weighing page for more detail.
What conveyor control systems do you work with?▾
We integrate conveyor controls with PLC systems across multiple platforms. This includes drive selection and commissioning, interlock programming, and SCADA visualisation of conveyor status, speed, and load. Safety systems including pull cords, belt slip, and alignment switches are integrated into the control logic.
Can you service conveyor systems across Africa?▾
Yes. Our team can travel for installation, commissioning, and maintenance work on conveyor systems outside South Africa where project scope justifies it. Contact us to discuss logistics and feasibility for your location.
Discuss your materials handling project
Tell us about your application — new system, modification, or breakdown support — and we'll respond with a practical plan.
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