TARGET AUDIENCE

Operators of standard Treadbed ANFO trucks, ANFO-EMULSION blend trucks, and pump trucks.

PREREQUISITES

Operators should have basic experience in bulk blasting, a mechanical background, and a commercial driver's license.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

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This course begins with an introduction to Treadbed bulk trucks and an overview of the different types and sizes of bodies. The course focuses on the systems that are used on Treadbed bulk trucks for transportation, conveying, pumping, and blending. Current production designs will be covered with additional information provided as requested for operators of older equipment. Course emphasis is on function, operation, safety, and daily maintenance, on the spot troubleshooting and simple repairs. The course consists of a combination of group lecture sessions with smaller breakout sessions for case studies.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:

    Understand the function and operation of standard bulk truck systems.
    Understand proper safety procedures for each bulk truck system.
    Perform daily inspections and routine maintenance on bulk truck equipment.
    Perform troubleshooting and simple repairs of a bulk truck.
    Calibrate bulk truck augers and pumps.

TOPICAL OUTLINE

1. Treadbed overview
2. Hydraulic system
3. Auger system
4. Fuel oil system
5. Emulsion pump system
6. Air system
7. Electrical control system
8. Progressive cavity pump
9. Pumpgard pump safety system
10. Hose reels
11. Water lubrication system
12. Gassing system
13. Tachometers and totalizers
14. Digital Command Center
15. Truck calibration

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