Debarker #1 Replacement
Year: 2017
Client: Louisiana-Pacific Canada
Location: Swan Valley, Manitoba
An 11 day shutdown to replace an old A5 debarker with a new A8 debarker was executed.
Project Overview
Existing Debarker #2 Removal:
- Separate then remove barker ring and other auxiliary equipment
- Install temporary plates for clean-up conveyor
- Remove and modify platform/stairs for access to new Debarker
- Remove existing Debarker #2
- Package and store in equipment bone yard
Modify and Repair Debarker Support Structure:
- Clean and asses structural frame/components
- Modify and repair frame
- Install additional chute plating
- Replace ring pullout support column
New Debarker # 2 installation:
- Install new Debarker #2
- Install new barker ring
- Reinstall modified platform and stair assemblies
Debarker Auxiliary Equipment and Piping Installation:
- Modify infeed conveyor and install new centering roll
- Install new hydraulic power pack, lubricator and ring pullout HPU
- Install hydraulic control valve bank and associated piping
- Modify compressed air system and install newly supplied air receiver
