Screw conveyors are one of the preferred equipment to restore or increase the moisture content in the bulk material. Should the unit require maintenance,disconnect conveyor motor drive from power source before attempting to adjust or repair conveyor. A maintenance checklist, provided by the conveyor manufacturer, lists all the conveyors components for periodic inspection. On land, the optional auger tank can be used to contain drilled cuttings and move them on to dump trucks for transport to desired disposal location. Good belt conveyor and idler maintenance begins with good housekeeping, the master key to getting the highest return on your conveyor dollar. There are literally thousands of possible combinations of screw conveyor parts, when you factor in all of the different types, styles and material thickness options that are available. If conducted, it would be the most sought out title in the conveyor world. Section 8 table and accessory parts quick reference. Spirotechs performance proven screw conveyors are ruggedly constructed and accurately manufactured to ensure complete dependability as well as the versatility required meeting a wide range of applications. Predictive maintenance pdm, also known as condition based maintenance cbm, is well known1 to reduce costs and. Section c operation page 10 pdf page 14 section d maintenance page 11 pdf page 15 section e shutdown and storage page 12 pdf page 16.
Low tension inspection tension ensure belt setup including catenary sag is low not tensioned or pretensioned. Every emi conveyor comes standard with direct drive power package, double vguide belt, and a three year warranty. Screw conveyor corporation preventative maintenance introduction. Conveyor equipment manufacturers association 1250 tamiami tr. For safety and and proper operation screw conveyors must be. Always operate conveyor in accordance with these instructions and those contained on the caution labels affixed to the equipment. Proper spray nozzles design together with the mixing capacity of this type of conveyor make this operation easily achievable.
The reliability and good service life of this equipment depends to a very large extent on the care taken in installing and otherwise preparing this equipment for its intended use. The new seweurodrive screw conveyor drive is ready to be put to work. Its the nature of the rigorous work conveyor systems do. Care must be taken to see that conveyor side or heavier cover is up on the carrying side and down on the return run. Spirotech have through the years supplied screw conveyors to perform in a diverse number of industries and in addition. Screw conveyor simple and economical sew eurodrive. Cema has a comprehensive safety program that includes. The cost impact from a conveyor failure is significant. Preventative maintenance checklist dynamic conveyor. The screw conveyor is available in a variety of sizes with many options depending on the type and form of material, storage needs, and recycling needs. If conveyor is part of a material handling system, make certain the conveyor controls are interlocked electrically with those for other units in systems. The reliable operation and long service life of these conveyors depends to a great extent on the care taken during installation and operation, and consistent maintenance.
Sews redesign screw conveyor now boasts a 50% higher axial load capacity, labyrinth sealing technology, and design features for ease of maintenance. The reliable operation and long service life of these conveyors depends to a great extent on the. The engineers at emi manufacture custom heavyduty industrial conveyors to ensure that they expertly accommodate the needs your facility. It is the full responsibility of the buyer to ensure that adequate safety devices or control equipment limit andor shutoff electrical power during. With her beautiful curves, controlled and disciplined gait and the smooth delivery. Conveyor safety and preventive maintenance industrial. While the system is in operation, check the following issues and refer to all relevant safety warnings and information. Each screw conveyor is made up of 6 or 12 lengths that can be bolted together and sized to fit your application. Always refer to your safety and installation manuals. As the belt is fed on, the tension at the roll tends to build up due to the. Basic conveyor maintenance checklist facilities every industry in the world have equipment that helps to run their daily operations. Troughs and covers completely en close the material being conveyed. Not exceeding a 45% trough load rotate flights 180 degree. If guards were removed to perform the maintenance task, they must be replaced before attempting to operate conveyor.
May be furnished with choice of bearings or thrust bearings. Belt conveyor installation, operation maintenance and safety manual continental belt conveyor systems by continental screw conveyor a subsidiary of ips group, inc. Placing heavier and larger objects on a lighter duty conveyor system will add stress and wear to not only. Screw conveyor corporation preventative maintenance. Caution screw conveyor drive is generally shipped without oil. Following a comprehensive maintenance program can prevent unexpected downtime. The reliability and service life depend on the proper care taken while installing and preparing the. Screw conveyor manual installation operation maintenance continental screw conveyor a subsidiary of ips group, inc. Tube and utrough screw conveyors are the two most common type conveyors of grain. One of the most important factors in the overall cost effectiveness of your material handling system is that of preventive. Cleary 2004 used dem to study draw down patterns from a hopper by a 45 inclined screw conveyor. Do not attempt any maintenance or repairs of the conveyor until power has been locked out. Operation and maintenance personnel must be thoroughly trained in safe operating procedures, recognition of possible hazards, and maintenance of a safe area around screw conveyors.
Here is a quick list to help you stay on top of maintenance for your conveyor system. No matter how well manufactured the equipment, routine check ups and maintenance is mandatorywhether its conveyor or an air conditioner. Maintenance of screw conveyors and components as manufactured by screw. The reliability and service life depend on the proper care taken while installing and preparing the equipment for its intended use.
Maintenance safety on conveyors cema bulk belt systems and emerging technologies committee keith e. Top 10 preventative maintenance tips for product handling. Hangers are used to provide support and maintain alignment of the screw conveyor. This is a slight variation of the cut flight screw. The cema safety labels shown below should be used on screw conveyors, drag. Out of those, there may be a hundred combinations that will physically work on any given application, but may result in poor reliability, high maintenance or. How to maintain your conveyor system like a pro when conveyor systems experience unplanned downtime, the costs add up quickly, especially during peak seasons. Please note that these manuals contain operating information, service parts diagrams, maintenance procedures, and. The screw conveyor may be housed in a tube or trough.
Do not place hands, feet, or any part of your body, in the conveyor. Belt conveyor maintenance and trouble shooting introduction there are keys to successful preventive maintenance that can be summed up in two words, good housekeeping. Top 10 preventative maintenance tips for product handling conveyors 10. Make sure the conveyor is installed correct and straight. Spirotech have through the years supplied screw conveyors to perform in a. Only qualified maintenance personnel should perform work on the conveyor. Screw conveyors are available in a variety designs as well as standard sizes ranging from 4. Components of a screw conveyor system trough ends support the conveyor drive and end shafts, maintain trough alignment.
Rather than completely removing material from the flight, a small section is cut and folded out of the flight, creating a small arm. This manual contains complete instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of screw conveyors as manufactured by continental screw conveyor. Whether youre a maintenance or engineering manager at a snack food plant or oversee conveyor belt repairs at a distribution center, you know even the bestdesigned conveyor belts may need repairs to get to a replacement window and avoid a break down. Type and condition of the bulk material to be conveyed including maximum particle size and. Dec 27, 2018 as an example, a regular flight conveyor may be able to convey 9 tonshour whereas a cut flight screw would convey 5. Mechanical information about the operation and maintenance of the various types of equipment installed in the conveyor system. Using the sew shaft removal tool, even the most stubborn shaft can be removed with little effort.
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