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- [Basics of Belt Conveyor Systems](https://foundations.martin-eng.com/en/knowledge/basics-of-belt-conveyor-systems)
- [Conveyor Belt Mistracking](https://foundations.martin-eng.com/en/knowledge/conveyor-belt-mistracking)
- [Belt Conveyor and Component Damage](https://foundations.martin-eng.com/en/knowledge/belt-conveyor-and-component-damage)
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# Conveyor Belt Mistracking

 Properly aligned conveyor belts reduce fugitive material and belt damage

- [Conveyor Belt Behavior Basics](https://foundations.martin-eng.com/en/knowledge/basic-conveyor-belt-behavior)
- [Belt Conveyor Idler Spacing](https://foundations.martin-eng.com/en/knowledge/belt-conveyor-idler-spacing)
- [Consequences of Poorly-Designed Conveyor Belt Aspect Ratio](https://foundations.martin-eng.com/en/knowledge/conveyor-belt-aspect-ratio)
- [Keep Conveyor Belts Aligned & Reduce Material Spillage](https://foundations.martin-eng.com/en/knowledge/edge-seals-and-conveyor-belt-wander)
- [How to Train A Conveyor Belt](https://foundations.martin-eng.com/en/knowledge/training-the-conveyor-belt)
- [What Causes A Conveyor Belt To Mistrack?](https://foundations.martin-eng.com/en/knowledge/causes-of-conveyor-belt-mistracking)

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