EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT
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AGGREGATES MANAGER November 2014
Before finding a device that can help solve your problem, you
must first identify what type of mistracking you are experienc-
ing. If your belt is constantly moving back and forth, you are
experiencing wander. If your belt runs to one side constantly, it
is simply mistracking. e device you choose depends on which
type of mistracking is occurring, along with the belt tension, belt
speed, thickness, width, and whether the
belt reverses.
• Belt positioners — A proper belt
positioner is the simple, reliable solu-
tion for problem belts that consistently
mistrack to one side of the conveyor. A
belt positioner works on the return side
belt, using simple angled rollers mounted
in a fixed position to quickly and continu-
ously funnel the belt into the correct path.
is is a quick, simple solution for belt
tracking problems caused by conveyor
misalignment mishaps, ground shis, or
on temporary systems.
• Belt trackers — For top side or return
side belts that wander from side to side,
it is best to choose an active belt tracking
device that adjusts based on the move-
ment of the belt. An active belt tracking
device that affects both friction and the
belt tension will most effectively track
the belt. Many of these belt tracking
devices will also have guide rollers that
help actuate the movement of the belt
tracking device.
• Reversing belt trainers — Reversing
belts typically need a different style of
belt tracking device designed to work
in both directions. Before puing a belt
tracking device on your belt, clarify that
it will work on reversing belts if the ap-
plication warrants, otherwise, it may do
more harm than good.
General safety
When it comes to safety, it is important
to receive proper training and follow the
suggested guidelines outlined by health and
safety administrations in your area. Many
injuries occur during times of maintenance
and downtime, so minimizing that time with proactive mainte-
nance inherently limits the opportunity for injury. Routine main-
tenance of your system and components is the hallmark of any
great safety program — saving you time, money, and injury.
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Ryan Grevenstuk is Flexco's senior product manager.
Rock Engineered Machinery Co. Inc.
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