Category: News
May Conveyor: Streamlining Your Operations with Modular Conveyors for Material Handling
In the article “Exploring the Design and Benefits of Modular Conveyor Systems,” we delve into the world of conveyor systems, seeking innovative solutions to enhance material handling. Traditional extrusion systems often face issues with hardware loosening over time, causing vibrations that can disrupt operations. To combat this, many machine designers turn to steel, a sturdy…
May Conveyor: Revolutionizing Recycling Operations with Cutting-Edge Conveying and Feeding Solutions
As reported by Recycling Inside in their article “Conveying and Feeding,” conveyors and feeders play a pivotal role in recycling and sorting operations. These systems facilitate the seamless transportation of materials between locations, aiding in the movement and distribution of heavy materials. In the recycling industry, conveyors are indispensable for transporting materials like plastic, paper,…
Chiorino launches HP belt line for food sector
INDIANAPOLIS—Chiorino Inc. has launched a synchronous homogenous conveyor belt line made from a unique compound that company officials believe will have a major impact in the food industry. Called HP Compact Drive, the new line features belts using a special polyurethane formulation developed from the company’s previous experiences with urethane belts produced with stricter requirements…
Conveyor belt wizardry will hypnotise you to the point of needing a nap
This soothing video comes from New Orleans company Intralox, which initially started up to process peeled prawns and evolved to produce its Activated Roller Belt technology – and an unexpectedly calming YouTube channel. The motions of the two interacting conveyor belts position the packages in a way that makes them look like a spell has…
Parts of mining, oil and gas industries stymie belt makers
INDIANAPOLIS—Challenged. Extremely difficult. Suffering. The new normal. Those are some of the short descriptions belt manufacturers, fabricators, distributors and suppliers used when discussing the current state of segments of the mining and oil and gas industries. Sectors that have contributed the most to the loss of business in the mining market have been principally coal,…
Conveyor Belts Market to Witness Steady Growth During the Forecast Period 2015-2025
Conveyor belts are primarily employed for carrying objects, from one point to another. The belts typically comprise two or more pulleys to rotate a belt in continuous circles. The material to be transported in placed on the belt and is carried to the end point on the belt. Commonly, two pulleys are employed for functioning…
Cat Introduces the PM620 and PM622 Cold Planers
The PM620 and PM622 are powered by a Cat C18 ACERT engine, a turbocharged, 6-cylinder diesel engine that provides 470 kW (630 hp) of gross power. The C18 engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage IV emission standards. The engine is iso-mounted to reduce vibration and increase operator comfort. The Automatic Engine…
Activated Roller Belts Are Endlessly Mesmerizing
If it can be said that conveyor belts have defining qualities, perhaps their most defining is that they move in one direction. Well, not all conveyor belts. This omnidirectional conveyor belt is built by Intralox, a company based out of New Orleans with a history that matches the city. Its parent company Laitram was founded1949…
How to Extend the Lifespan of Your Metal Belt Conveyor
Metal belt conveyor systems are known to be very durable and would last longer as compared to other system. But even the toughest type of conveyor system it requires proper maintenance and handling to make it last longer. There are some designs considerations that you need to keep in mind to keep your metal belt…
New Technology Generates Power Using Conveyor Belt Kinetic Energy
Martin Engineering has introduced a technology that uses the kinetic energy from a moving conveyor belt to generate enough power to run a wide variety of electronic systems. The Martin Roll Gen System was designed to create a self-contained mini power station that allows operators to run electrical monitoring systems and safety mechanisms. Able to…