Material handling equipment is required for loading and transit of materials and goods. Belt conveyor systems are one of this preferred equipment. As the name suggests, this system uses conveyor belts that are looped over rollers and pulleys. These are what move the belt. Conveyor belts move very well so that they are able to withstand very heavy goods. For one to understand why an oil resistant belt and other kinds of conveyor belts are the most preferred in the industry, we must look at the features and properties of these conveyor belts.
Maximum efficiency is required when loading and carrying goods and heavy materials. This is why conveyor belts are driven by electric motors. These belts come in short, medium or long lengths. Conveyor belts are made from materials such as rubber, canvas, steel and textile. Depending on the task, the belts will be strengthened during the production process. For instance, steel wire conveyor belts have strong cords and are used in mining.
A conveyor belt can either be flat or troughed. The former is used for light goods such as soap, bottles and boxes while the latter is used for bulky goods, whether in liquid or solid form. The belt is able to withstand the tension that is created with the assistance of fabric duck. An impact conveyor idler stabilizes the conveyor system. This is very important when carrying loads. Here are other features of the belt system:
1. Belt pulleys: They come in different sizes. Terminal pulleys are large to prevent breaking and ensure that the belt remains durable.
2. The impact conveyor idler is designed for protection purposes. Whenever there is impact, the idler absorbs it at the loading point. The best conveyor idlers are heavy duty. The rubber discs are fitted with bearings. The frames are made from steel and also supported with steel at the sides. This offers maximum support. Conveyor belts run on idlers. The rollers that are put on the side are for carrying purposes while the single idlers are on the return side. Idler rollers are supported on frames known as transom.
3. Rubber mining hose: Rubber is very durable and this is what makes it popular as a mining hose material. This rubber mining hose is used as a connector and also supports underground mining equipment. The rubber hoses comprise of high pressure and low pressure hoses respectively. Industrial hoses are heat resistant to be able to contain materials that have very high pressure. This also prevents combustion.
4. Metric v belt: Metric belts are loops made from material such as rubber and leather. They are looped on top of pulleys and used to link the rotating shafts. These belts are strong and are able to withstand very high temperatures. The best belts are those that run smoothly and quietly.
5. Hydraulic check valve: When carrying hot fluids, valves play the role of regulating the flow of these fluids. Hydraulic check valves ensure that there is better performance in cases where high pressure and temperatures are involved.
