3 Killers of Conveyor Efficiency

Conveyor efficiency can make or break your business.  Time is money, and if your conveyors are frequently down, you are cutting into your bottom line.  In order to make sure your conveyor systems are up to speed, take a look at these three killers of conveyor efficiency.  Use this information to improve your manufacturing process or to make new conveyor system decisions.

1.)  Conveyor Belt Misalignment

Belting on traditional conveyors can be difficult and time-consuming to install and service and may also require frequent alignment and costly replacement.  PVC belts, such as those used on many standard fixed conveyors, need to be replaced every 18 months.  Conveyors with tensionless belts provide good traction, wear, performance and service.  Unlike standard conveyors, the self-tracking system doesn’t need continuous tensioning or frequent replacement.

2.)  Conveyor Energy Consumption

No matter the requirements of the particular conveyor, most conveyor manufacturers use the same large horsepower motor on all of the conveyors they manufacture.  Based on each application, the conveyor supplier should utilize the most energy efficient motor, which range from 1/30 HP to 1 HP.  Lowering the kilowatts used not only saves money, but reduces the carbon emissions during the making of electricity.

3.)  Retro-fitting Conveyors

Utilizing an existing conveyor system that was designed for one process may not fit properly with your new process.  Traditional conveyors are inflexible and can’t be modified.  Modular conveyor systems that are reconfigurable enable you to meet your goals now and in the future, regardless of the changes you may need to make to your process.

What to Look for in Conveyor Efficiency

At a minimum, you should expect a conveyor system that runs consistently and does not require a lot of downtime.  However, don’t stop there.  A conveyor system should increase your productivity.  It should be the solution, and not the problem.

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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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