An introduction to Martin Engineering's FOUNDATIONS™ online training and certification program with an overview of the value of belt conveyors in bulk material handling and problems arising from the escape of fugitive material. It will cover the cost of carryback, spillage, and dust along with a brief analysis of return on investment from conveyor system improvements.

A look at the hazards of belt conveyors and the steps operation and maintenance employees can take to reduce the risks. It emphasizes protective equipment and procedures that should be followed to allow personnel to safely operate, maintain, and clean up around belt conveyor systems.

A key component of a belt conveyor is the belt itself; its performance will significantly affect the performance of the entire system. This module presents a look at the construction of conveyor belting, storage and handling of belting, various types of belt damage, and methods of splicing the belt.

The first part of a two-part module devoted to transfer points. This module focuses on the need for troughing the belt before the loading zone, methods to achieve proper belt support, and the role and requirements of the transfer chute itself.

The second of a two-part module devoted to transfer points.This presentation discusses the use of flow aids to improve material flow. It also covers the importance of the skirtboard, wear liner, and edge sealing systems in controlling air movement, reducing dust, and preventing spillage.

An overview of belt cleaning systems.This module focuses on problems created by carryback and the role that proper location, installation, and maintenance of belt cleaner systems play in reducing carryback.

An in-depth look at conveyor belt mistracking and the problems that it can cause. This module covers reasons that the belt mistracks, how to identify belt mistracking, and how to correct it.

This module gives an overview of dust management and the three strategies to control it - containment, suppression, and collection.