Posts tagged with: Belt friction
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Static and kinetic friction – what exactly is the difference?
When setting up or maintaining a conveyor belt, there are often issues due to friction. Here’s a refresher on the difference between static and kinetic friction, and the influence they have on proper belt performance.
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6 things you need to know about powerturn installations
I’m often contacted by engineers asking for assistance with replacing, retrofitting or designing belts for curved conveyors – known as powerturn installations – which are used to change the direction of a conveyor by anything from 30° to 180°.
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How to reduce friction on conveyors with a nosebar (knife edge)
Conveyors with one or two nosebars (knife edges) consume more power than conveyors with bearing pulleys. That’s a given.
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Understanding friction
Recently I was asked to investigate an issue with an installation that was getting too hot due to excess friction. This can be a common problem, and so it is helpful to understand the factors involved. In this blog I will explain how friction is created and how it can be measured.
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Save energy with the right conveyor belt
Would you like lower operational costs at your facility? The answer to this question is most likely yes. If you also would like to help the environment by saving energy, then today’s blog will be of interest.
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How to prevent unstable conveyor belt tracking
Conveyor and transmission belts with unstable tracking can cause major production problems. Belts can wear and break, products can get damaged or destroyed, and in the worst case scenario, there can be a production breakdown. Here are a few tips on how you can avoid this:
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