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Do Maintenance-Free Conveyors Really Exist?

By August 28, 2019July 28th, 2023No Comments

Maintenance-free conveyors signConveyor systems, even maintenance-free conveyors, are machines with many moving parts. Inspection and cleaning will be required if you want to keep your maintenance-free conveyor system exempt of maintenance and get the most out of your conveyor investment.

Inspection and cleaning will help prevent minor problems from mushrooming into large maintenance problems that can result in major work stoppages for your conveyor system. Your conveyor maintenance personnel should develop a routine for inspecting and cleaning your conveyor systems.  Careful records detailing periodic inspection and cleaning should be kept and recorded.

Even with maintenance-free conveyors, good record keeping will help inspection and repair staff quickly recognize maintenance needs if they start to occur. With proper documentation, maintenance staff can recognize the need to clean more frequently, discover if employees are improperly using the conveyor system or determine other causes of wear and tear on your conveyor system.

Under ordinary operating conditions, the motor, belt and conveyor frame should be checked periodically for abnormal wear or stress. Under high speed or continuous use conditions, more frequent inspection is encouraged.  Under dirty or greasy operating conditions, a daily inspection of the belt, belt paths and belt supports is recommended. The need for cleaning should be identified during each inspection process and conducted whenever necessary.

Whether your inspection and cleaning routine is needed periodically, frequently or daily, make sure to build it into your schedule. Scheduling it ahead of time allows your staff to do the work without unexpectedly interrupting your production process.

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Marcie Palmer
Marcie Palmer
Marketing Manager at Dynamic Conveyor
With experience in almost every area of business from HR, sales, operations and marketing, Marcie has a very strategic approach to business and a passion for connecting people with solutions. Prior to joining Dynamic Conveyor as the Marketing Manager, she was owner of Champion Resources, a contract marketing agency working with small businesses. She also spent 15 years in the distribution industry where she established and executed on sales and marketing strategies that developed strong brands and capitalized on all channels of marketing. With her well-rounded background and a track record of fostering brand success, Marcie is a vital asset to the Dynamic Conveyor team. Her strategic thinking and passion for connecting people with conveyor solutions continue to drive marketing excellence. In her free time, Marcie enjoys spending time with family, golf and travel.
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