Having an efficient conveyor belt is essential to increasing your output and meeting order deadlines. If your conveyor system isn’t working at peak efficiency, you’ll end up losing money. Keep reading to discover four common reasons your conveyor belt is losing efficiency.
Tracking is the official term for a conveyor belt’s ability to run in the correct direction—quite literally, whether it runs on its track correctly. It’s always best to rule out simpler explanations first, but you may end up needing to adjust your conveyor belt tracking. However, we recommend making small changes first, so you don’t end up overcorrecting.
When dirt and grime get inside the inner workings of a conveyor roller, they can affect the ball bearings. The bearings are responsible for the rollers being able to turn quickly and easily. If you have a bad roller, your production line could slow down.
Furthermore, a bad roller can also become a fire hazard if you’re not careful. When dirt gets into the bearing and stops the roller from turning, friction builds up. That friction generates heat, which is one thing needed to ignite a flame. If that heat meets dirt in the roller, a fire is a possibility. To avoid minor and major inconveniences with your conveyor’s roller, clean it and remove dust and debris regularly.
Carryback is a term that refers to the dirt and oil from different products building up on conveyor systems. If your product leaves a residue, it could end up collecting more dirt and grime until it gets into the wheels and machine crevices. Carryback can make your equipment less efficient, and it can also contaminate your product. Both problems are expensive, so perform regular cleaning and maintenance on your conveyor.
If you’re waiting until after hours to have workers clean your conveyor systems, you’re losing money. The most efficient way to clean a conveyor belt is to incorporate cleaning into the regular cycle. This means that the belt is always being cleaned, so there’s less need for a deep cleaning. It also ensures the belt is always running at peak efficiency.
We hope you find these four reasons your conveyor belt is losing efficiency helpful. Having a working conveyor belt is key to operating a successful business, so maintain it well.
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