Problems in the Process

In addition to the environmental, safety, and health issues discussed in Part I, there are a...

Bulk-materials handling is a process; therefore, many of the measurements taken to measure performance are not absolute...

The path the bulk material takes as it is discharged from the delivery conveyor is called the trajectory. Trajectory is...

The transfer chute is usually designed for full flow and a consistent material path. However, the flow of a bulk...

A well-designed and constructed transfer chute can significantly reduce airborne dust by limiting the creation of...

An operation’s success at eliminating carryback can be categorized into arbitrary “Levels.” Achievement of these levels...

When specifying a skirt-sealing system, it is wise to consider its mechanism for adjusting and replacing the wearable...

A crucial part of a conveyor safety program is the lockout/tagout procedure. In the United States, lockout/tagout is an...

The loading zone of a conveyor belt is one of the more difficult areas to seal against dust and fugitive materials....

Linear vibrators activate the material inside a chute or bin by using heavy blows on the outside of the structure’s...