Conveyors: A Look Ahead

Emerging Technology Is All About Designing For The Future By Innovating The Present. By R. Todd Swinderman Higher production demands across all bulk-handling segments require increased efficiency at the lowest cost of operation, in the safest and most effective manner possible. As conveyor systems become wider, faster and longer, more energy output and more controlled throughput will be needed.  Add…

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Martin Engineering Conveyor Wear Liner Protects Chutes, Extends Skirt Life

The Manufactured Canoe Liner from Martin Engineering is made from durable urethane molded around a rugged steel plate to absorb impact and abrasion from the punishing bulk handling environment. With the protective plate integrated directly into the urethane liner, the design delivers superior shielding of the skirt sealing system and chute wall from heavy, fast-moving cargo.  The result is extended…

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Martin Engineering Talks Belt Cleaner Tensioners

There are many issues to consider when specifying the most appropriate conveyor belt cleaner, not the least of which is maintaining proper tension to achieve optimum cleaning performance without introducing related problems.  Inadequate tensioning causes carryback to cling to the belt and spill along its path, piling up under the conveyor and emitting excessive dust. This requires extra labor for…

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Martin Engineering Launches Cleaner Blade Replacement Program

Martin Engineering announced a factory direct replacement program to deliver freshly molded polyurethane cleaner blades for conveyor belts. Custom-fitted on-site and installed free of charge, customers pay only for the replacement blades.  The program from Martin Engineering assures customers of accurately sized and professionally installed replacement blades that are matched to their specific application, providing optimum cleaning performance and service…

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Addressing Conveyor Idler Issues

There Can Be Many Consequences Of A Mistracking Belt, But All Result In Higher Costs And Increased Maintenance. By R. Todd Swinderman On any belt conveyor system that moves bulk materials, the belt must run straight and true to maximize its life, minimize fugitive material and safety hazards, and achieve high system efficiency. There can be many consequences of a…

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Martin Engineering Breast Cancer Campaign Expands to Conveyor Products

Martin Engineering announced this year’s annual program to support breast cancer education, screening, treatment and research around the world. Continuing its commitment during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the United States, Martin Engineering invites customers to “Go Pink!”   For the month of October, along with replacing the traditional Martin orange paint scheme on truck vibrators, the company will add…

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Martin Engineering Offers Reversible Secondary Conveyor Belt Cleaners

Martin Engineering announced the availability of two rugged secondary conveyor belt cleaners, both engineered for fast and easy maintenance. The innovative design of the DT2S and DT2H reversible cleaners reduces system downtime and labor for cleanup or service, while helping to prolong the service life of other conveyor components.  Featuring a unique split-track blade cartridge that slides in and out…

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New V-Plow Design Delivers Lighter Weight, Safer Handling

Martin Engineering has redesigned one of its most popular tail protection devices to be a lighter weight, modular unit delivered in a compact package for improved safety and convenience. The re-engineered Martin V-Plow HD achieves the gains with no compromise in performance.  “The heaviest section of the previous design was about 21 lb. (9.5 kg), while the new modular unit’s…

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