subject: Make the right belt conveyor choices - slow down! [print this page] You would not be all alone in wanting thatYou would not be all alone in wanting that. In reality it really is relatively easy once you learn how. This short article shows you how you can easily choose the right belt conveyor or conveyor belt system with minimum fuss and without fear, if that is an objective you aspire to achieve. In order to discover how, just read on; learn to choose the right system in 3 simple steps...
Step one you will need to take is Look at your product. What shape is it? What weight is it? Which orientation will you convey the product? How fast does it need to get from A to B?. You need to do this because these are fundamental aspects that will determine the class of belt conveyor you will need and indeed find out if you actually need a belt conveyor at all. You will want to avoid the assumption that a conveyor belt will provide all the answers for you because sometimes they will not.
Doing this 1st step completely and well is essential. If you can't then have a conversation with a reputable manufacturer who will have probably overcome the problems you have before.
Your 2nd step should be take the advice of more than one manufacturer. With this step you really need to avoid believing the first thing you hear as well as trusting on only one specialist opinion.
The final step will be research the prices and technical solutions available to you thoroughly. This is very important because to order the wrong conveyor belt is an expensive mistake and although you may be able to make amendments, often a mistake here means a new conveyor belt. What is important to avoid is jumping in with both feet in a hurry.
For the reasons given, it's best to take care to follow each step carefully. You really need to avoid the trouble spots that have been outlined. If you do these things correctly, you should have few or no difficulties or problems.
