Continuous handling glossary

Device for supplying a device, possibly at a constant flow rate in terms of mass or volume.

Emergency stops consist of a cable-operated box installed along or around the conveyor(s), which stops the conveyor(s) as well as upstream and downstream machines in an emergency.

Receptacle formed by the upper carrying strand of a conveyor Belt, resting on Idlers stations.

Belt with molded, hot-vulcanized chevrons of different shapes, sizes and heights, depending on the application. This type of Belt makes it possible to increase the angle of inclination of the conveyor beyond 22°. Chevrons are used to handle bulk products and individual loads such as gravel, potatoes, crates, ore, beet, sacks, etc...

Belt equipped with cleats to improve bulk handling on steeply inclined Belt Conveyors (over 22°).

Belt conveyor component consisting of a textile or metal carcass and rubber cover. Rubber conveyor belts consist of 4 parts: an upper layer, a fabric carcass (made up of several plies, maximum 6), a lower layer and edges.

Belt made endless by cold, hot or staple vulcanization.

Belt usually used for horizontal or slightly inclined transfer of loads with conveyors. Belts are cut to size in both width and length, and can run flat, trough or V-shaped. Their thickness varies according to the application. On rubber-coated conveyor belts, inclination angles greater than approx. 22° should not be relied upon.

In conjunction with the feeder, skirts are often used to prevent material from falling off. The flaps are made of rubber or another material whose hardness is lower than that of the belt coating. This produces a self-cleaning effect, as the Belt removes the material trapped between the flaps and the belt. The flaps are arranged perpendicular to the belt to prevent the material pressing against the belt and thus wearing away the coating.

The return strand is usually supported by flat Idlers. In the case of long conveyors and to facilitate Belt guidance, it is useful to use double Idlers. To reduce the build-up of material on the idlers when conveying sticky materials, return idlers with support rollers or rubber covers are used.

The carrier strand can be supported by a trough-shaped Idlers battery, a flat Idlers battery, a sliding support, etc.

Depending on the climate and the characteristics of the conveyed product (dry, light, volatile), the conveyor can be covered. In this way, the conveyor is protected from the ambient air and, depending on the nature of the installation, is able to function properly.

Unpackaged goods such as coal, ores, phosphates, sand, gravel, etc...

Element placed at the foot of the conveyor to clean the inside of the Belt.

Device with proximity switches for checking for slippage, Belt breakage, coupling, overload, etc...

Continuous conveying system using belts, scrapers or scales. Belt Conveyors and Scrapers are available in all sizes. This continuous, closed-circuit handling device is used to transport loads or materials over the floor.

A material conveying installation comprising a metal Stringer and an endless belt driven by drums and supported by Idlers that deform it into a trough. The terms "conveyor" and "conveyer" are often confused, but they are not synonymous. Although both designate a continuous handling device for moving single loads or bulk products, the conveyor rests on the ground and may be open-circuited, whereas the conveyor has an overhead structure and always operates in a closed circuit.

To control the three-phase Drive/Geared Motor and protect the conveyor motor, an electrical pre-installation is carried out with at least one emergency stop switch. A switchgear cabinet ensures cycle management in the operation of cascaded conveyors.

Handling equipment for continuous and regular filling of materials.

Sleeve to control the fall of materials by gravity.

The angle of inclination of the conveyor is determined by the friction between the material and the Belt. Using our online calculation form, we can determine for you the static and dynamic sliding angle of the material according to the internal friction of the conveyed materials.

Transporting loads on fixed routes with continuous movement in commercial and industrial activities.

Surface-mounted three-phase motor for Belt operation on Manukit conveyors.

The accumulation of material on belts, drums and Idlers leads to increased wear on the coating, loss of material below the return rollers, and guiding difficulties. The installation should be cleaned regularly, either with scrapers, a beating device, brushes or a vibratory system, or by washing with a water jet, or by a combination of one or more of these devices.

Magnetic separation sorting system. The overband or permanent magnet is placed above the conveyor belt and separates ferrous objects from the bulk material remaining on the conveyor belt.

Conveyor support element, which can be fixed, vertical or vee-shaped, adjustable by hydraulic cylinder.

Rubber element placed at the head of the conveyor to clean the outer coating of the Belt in contact with the product being handled. There are different types of scrapers, from single-blade to multi-blade.

Scraper placed in front of the conveyor head drum, equipped with several steel or carbide blades, designed to clean a belt handling sticky products.

Element to increase the Belt Feeder.

Rotating metal cylinders that support and guide the carrying and return strands of a Belt conveyor. They are conveyor elements of varying diameters and lengths, depending on the loads conveyed. Idlers support the Belt and turn freely and easily under the load.

The successive sets of Idlers with their supports along the conveyor are called stations.

The sliding support, made of steel, synthetic fabric or hardwood, is used for conveying individual loads or bulk goods. Because of the frictional forces involved, low-friction belts are used on the underside of the Belt.

Belt Conveyor motorized drum (Drive/Geared Motor or Drum Motor) for belt drive.

Drum placed at the head of the conveyor under the drive drum, to increase the winding arc.

Drum equipped with a counterweight for tensioning long conveyors.

Free drum required for endless belt operation (usually equipped with tensioner).

Non-drive drum where the Belt is wound back to the drive head.

Drum mounted at the head of the conveyor (usually equipped with motorization).

Control drum with integrated motor and gearbox.

Tensioning device which can be screw or counterweight. The tensioning device is a system for adhering the Belt to the motorized Idler.

An assembly consisting of a motor, a Drive/Geared Motor unit and one (or more) drum(s) driving the conveyor belt by adhesion. (Or, for scraper conveyors, the chain(s) with a nut).

Conveyor traction frame (for use on site).

EP fabric forms the carcass of the rubber Belt, resisting tensile forces and stretching very little. Resistant to chemicals, impacts and adhesion. Insensitive to moisture. The thickness of the top cover depends on the nature of the material to be conveyed and the operating conditions (loading mode, drop height, conveying angle, etc.), and the quality of the cover depends on the conditions of use: it can be antistatic, flame-retardant, flame-retardant, resistant to heat, cold, oil and grease, special for foodstuffs, special for chemicals.

Storage equipment for grains, cereals, aggregates, etc... Our steel Pyramid-Shaped Hoppers can be emptied manually via a remote helmet, or by means of an automatic Extractor.

Belt splicing process by overlapping and hot or cold gluing. Hot or cold rubber lining eliminates belt overthickness.