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Belt conveyors need to be maintained properly.

For decades, Norpak Handling has established itself as a premier supplier of material-handling systems – and as a team of experts in using them. Norpak knows maintenance is a critical factor, especially for belt conveyors, which deteriorate if users do not look after them properly. The company has specific, important advice on belt conveyor maintenance for customers who want their systems to last.

The most common issues

Because belt conveyors are essential to overall operations, users need to spot the common problems that occur well in advance and fix them early, to avoid needless downtime. Some of the common issues to look out for:

  • Belt tracking. Belts may fail to align down the conveyor centre, which causes them to wander to the side. If this issue is undetected, the belt or lacing rubs along the rail and soon breaks down.
  • Belt tension problems. Belts that are too loose will slip under the load and halt the conveyor load, while overly tight belts overload the drive and cause the breaker to trip.
  • Blockage and product jams. Packages may get caught on sharp edges, uneven surfaces, or corners, and worn-out belts also cause blockage. Non-smooth side guards often cause product jams.
  • Spillage. This typically occurs along transfer or load points due to uneven surfaces. Spills can be reduced with accessories like impact beds or belt plows.

Inadequate belt conveyor maintenance leads to major problems like these, so Norpak recommends routine daily checks to ensure belt conveyors operate properly. The company suggests always keeping an ear out for abnormal or loud noise, for one. When the conveyor is shut down, this is an ideal time to look for and remove foreign material that may obstruct the flow of the conveyor line.

In addition, look out for any shavings or dust under the conveyor, as they are a sign of damaged components. Norpak also advises users to look for oil leaks around the reducer and roller axles. Finally, belt conveyor maintenance is best accomplished with a good preventative-maintenance program – like the one Norpak offers.

To learn more, contact Norpak.


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Posted by Norpak Handling Limited


Norpak Handling provides conveying products and complete turn-key systems to suit your requirements and solve your probl... Read more

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