A conveyor belt is a mechanical material handling solution designed to efficiently transport materials from one place to another
Conveyor belts are mechanical material handling solutions designed to transport products and materials with ease from one area to another. They are often used in factories, warehouses, and other industrial settings to transport items such as boxes, packages, and raw materials.
The belt itself is typically made of rubber, plastic, or another durable material. It is powered by a motor that moves it in a continuous loop. Items are placed on the belt at one end and then carried along by the moving belt until they reach their destination at the other end.
Conveyor belts can be used for a variety of purposes, such as sorting, packaging, and assembly. They are often used in industries where large quantities of goods need to be moved quickly and efficiently.
How is a belt conveyor made?
The variety of belt conveyors and their uses are vast, but most belt conveyors are made up of the following parts:
- Belt – This is the fabric, plastic or rubber top part of the conveyor that the items travel on
- Drive System – This includes the motor that turns the drive pulley, as this turns the belt is pulled with it and this is what makes the belt move
- Idlers / Belt Support – Idlers are unpowered rollers that help support the belt
- Frame – This holds all the components together, it’s typically made from durable materials like steel or aluminium
What industries benefit from using belt conveyors?
- Manufacturing
- Warehouse & Logistics
- Farming
- Mining
- Food production
- Retail (e.g. supermarket checkouts)
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