Self-contained portable radial stacking conveyors from Superior Industries provide a reliable solution for material handling in remote locations where electrical power is unavailable. Equipped with an onboard diesel engine, the conveyors operate independently, making them ideal for jobsites that require mobility and flexibility. Superior says they can seamlessly follow the production of mobile track plants, ensuring efficient stockpiling without the need for external power sources. The portable conveyors can also be customized to meet jobsite demands.
Pulley lagging service shifts to new site
Continental’s pulley lagging solutions are now being manufactured at a facility in West Virginia, which has splice kits and repair materials available on demand. The location, an Elastotec-approved installer, houses a recently installed autoclave offering hot vulcanized lagging, as well as cold bonding. Continental is a distributor of Elastotec lagging in North America, having sole rights to its proprietary finishing equipment. Continental is also authorized to offer certification for the installation of Elastotec lagging.
Herringbone wing pulleys reimagined
PPI (Precision Pulley & Idler) reintroduced its herringbone wing pulley in two styles: plate constructed and round contact bar. The new plate-constructed line replaces the company’s CEMA herringbone wing. The round contact bar style remains unchanged with the same availability. PPI says the expanded size range of the plate-constructed herringbone wing allows the pulleys to be utilized in a broader range of applications. In addition to the expanded size offering, PPI reengineered the top arc of the wings to improve the interaction with the face of the pulley as it makes contact with the belt.
New tool for measuring belt tension
PCI’s tension-indicating take-up frames eliminate the guesswork related to tensioning a conveyor belt, providing users with quantifiable data. According to PCI, its tension-indicating scale offers real-time readouts of belt tension that allow installers to record the optimal tension for reliable tracking. The feature simplifies the process for employees of all experience levels, PCI says, ensuring proper tensioning and tracking – even for those new to the job. (patent pending)
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