One of the best things you can do for your conveyor belt is take proper care of it. Doing this will ensure a long life for your belt, lessening down time and saving you money. Here are 6 simple tips for maintaining your conveyor belt to keep it in top shape.
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If you are in the woodworking industry, chances are you are using wide belt sanders or planer sanders for your wood finishing needs. Wood is sent through the machine via a conveyor belt, then high speed sanding heads or planer blades trim the wood to meet certain specifications.
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For over 130 years, the induction motor has been the workhorse of the industry. However, the inefficiency of the induction motor and increase in energy costs are increasing the cost of ownership at a rapid rate. Luckily, with new technology comes improved efficiencies, cost reduction, increased safety standards, and much more. The new Dura-Drive SPM oil-less motorized pulley from Sparks Belting offers all of the above. Here we list 5 ways the Dura-Drive SPM oil-less pulley can cut your costs and increase efficiency.
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Understanding a basic conveyor belt calculation will ensure your conveyor design is accurate and is not putting too many demands on your system.
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Aligning and controlling a belt so it maintains its desired path is often difficult to do. Many factors influence the belt's ability to track correctly.
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