The strength and stability of the skirtboard are very important to its success. Many times conveyor skirtboard is...

Whenever possible, covering the skirtboard on a conveyor belt with some kind of steel or fabric system is an important...

Another technique for passive dust control is the installation of dust curtains near the exit end of the transfer...

The South African Conveyor Belt Systems Safety in Mines Research Advisory Committee’s report noted: “Most accidents can...

Safety stickers and warning labels should be affixed at pinch points, service access doors, and other hazardous areas...

Observation Requirements

Access systems, including doors and work platforms, should be installed to make it easy to...

Planning for Maintenance

Many times management and employee compensation packages are based on achievement of...

Spare Parts

Certain repair parts should be available in inventory. This will allow for both routine replacement of worn...

Manuals

It is important to check the owner/operator manual issued by the supplier of any piece of equipment for...

“Walking the Belt” for Routine Inspection

In its most typical usage, “walking the belt” is a routine inspection and...