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…
Read MoreAddressing 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…
Read MoreMartin 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…
Read MoreMartin 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…
Read MoreMartin Engineering Improves Martin V-Plow HD
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.
Read MoreNew 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…
Read MoreSafety Around Conveyors
A Thorough Risk Assessment By Trained Professionals Is The Ideal Way To Identify Hazards And Guard Against Accidents. By Mark S. Kuhar
Read MoreMartin Engineering Debuts Automated Conveyor Belt Cleaner
Martin Engineering introduced an autonomous tensioning system that continuously monitors and delivers proper cleaner tension. By utilizing the company’s intuitive new smart technology platform to maintain proper blade-to-belt pressure, the N2 Twist Tensioner provides the best possible cleaning performance throughout the life of the blade. The system also alerts operators on the Martin Smart Device Manager App when the blade…
Read MoreMartin Engineering Provides Online Interactive Conveyor Training
COVID-19 has introduced a number of hardships on bulk material handlers, including limiting their options for critical training to improve conveyor safety and productivity. With in-person visits curtailed for the foreseeable future, Martin Engineering has developed an extensive array of tools to continue its decades-long tradition of educating those who maintain, manage and design conveyors for industrial operations. The result…
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