Best practices for storage and transportation of quartz plate sand in
production lines
Quartz board sand, as a high-purity and uniformly granular raw material,
requires specific measures for storage and transportation to ensure product
quality is not affected. The following is a detailed explanation of the best
practices for storage and transportation.
1、 Best Practice for Storage of Quartz Plate Sand
Storage environment requirements
Dry environment: Quartz board sand has hygroscopicity, and moisture may cause
particle agglomeration or increase in moisture content, affecting subsequent
use. The storage environment should be kept dry with humidity controlled below
50%.
Suitable temperature: Avoid extreme high or low temperatures, usually stored
at a temperature range of 10 ° C to 35 ° C to prevent small cracks in the
material due to thermal expansion and contraction.
Dust prevention and sealing
Use well sealed packaging bags or containers (such as ton bags or plastic
drums) to store quartz board sand, preventing dust and impurities from entering
the air.
The storage area needs to be equipped with dust-proof facilities to reduce
particle pollution.
Partition storage and labeling
Classify and store quartz sand according to its particle size, purity, and
usage to avoid confusion of materials of different specifications.
Set up labels in prominent locations in the storage area, indicating
specifications, production dates, batch numbers, and other information for
production scheduling and quality traceability.
Prevent static electricity accumulation
Quartz sand may generate static electricity due to friction during storage,
especially in dry environments. Anti static bags can be used for packaging, or
grounding devices can be installed in storage areas to prevent potential hazards
caused by static sparks.
Regularly check the storage status
Regularly check the storage condition of sand materials to ensure that they
are free from moisture, clumping, or impurities.
If any abnormal situation is found, the damaged packaging should be dealt
with or replaced in a timely manner.
2、 Best practices for transporting quartz plate sand
Selection of transportation vehicles
Sealed transportation vehicles: Choose sealed transportation vehicles (such
as sealed trucks, containers, etc.) to avoid moisture or contamination of sand
materials during transportation.
Specialized transportation equipment: Use specially designed loading and
unloading equipment (such as conveyor belts or screw conveyors with dust covers)
to reduce material loss and environmental pollution.
Packaging requirements
High strength packaging: Transport packaging should have good compressive and
shock resistance to avoid damage caused by bumps during transportation.
Waterproof design: Ensure that packaging materials have waterproof function
to prevent rainwater or moisture from entering.
Precautions during loading and unloading process
Avoid rough handling during loading and unloading to prevent sand leakage or
packaging bag damage.
Use automated equipment or soft tools for loading and unloading to reduce
friction and impact on packaging bags.
Protective measures during transportation
Fixed transport load: Use straps or anti slip pads to fix the sand packaging
on the transport vehicle to prevent displacement or tipping during bumps.
Weather response measures: Waterproof tarpaulins should be covered in rainy
and snowy weather, and prolonged exposure to sunlight should be avoided during
high temperatures in summer.
Cleaning and Pollution Prevention
Ensure that transportation vehicles and loading and unloading equipment are
clean and free of impurities, and avoid mixing or contaminating quartz sand with
other materials.
Regularly clean and maintain transportation vehicles to prevent cross
contamination.
Full process monitoring and recording
Real time monitoring of environmental parameters (such as temperature and
humidity) during transportation using logistics tracking systems or sensors to
ensure that transportation conditions meet requirements.
Record transportation time, route, and environmental changes as the basis for
product quality management.
3、 Additional suggestions
Short term storage takes priority over long-term storage
Quartz board sand should not be stored for a long time, especially in
environments with high humidity or severe dust pollution. Try to use the method
of "instant production, quick use" to reduce storage time as much as
possible.
Develop emergency plans
Establish emergency plans for possible packaging damage, moisture and other
unexpected issues during transportation, and equip necessary repair tools and
materials.
Environmental protection measures
During storage and transportation, try to use reusable packaging materials to
reduce environmental pollution.
The treatment of quartz sand dust must comply with environmental regulations
to avoid any impact on the environment.
By implementing the best practices for storage and transportation mentioned
above, the quality of quartz plate sand can be effectively protected, production
losses can be reduced, supply chain efficiency can be optimized, and customers'
high standards for product quality can be met.