Belt Conveyor

In a belt conveyor system, pulleys play a crucial role by altering the direction of the belt in a vertical plane. They create a continuous loop for uninterrupted operation. The pulley, also referred to as a drum, and its accompanying shaft combine to create a unified structure. Their operational features are interdependent. The evolution of conveyor pulley construction has advanced from fabricated wood to cast iron and, currently, steel fabrication. Pulleys are produced in various sizes, with the standard steel pulley being the most widely employed in conveyor systems.

While various idlers have been developed to perform adequately in different installations, determining the most appropriate one remains a challenging task. The primary function of an idler roll is to provide load support with minimal resistance to movement, particularly addressing radial loading from the belt and materials across specific idler spacing. This role encompasses absorbing impact at the loading point and managing belt tension in curved sections, which can be challenging to quantify. Modern conveyor design methods have enhanced our comprehension and control, providing clearer insights into idler implications. Assemblies of idler rolls are strategically designed to influence the belt profile, often forming a trough or tube. It’s essential to acknowledge that the trough’s shape, consistency, and flexibility significantly impact idler roll behaviour.

Belt Conveyor systems consist of several key components with each playing a crucial role in the conveyor’s operation and efficiency. Novelty Steel supplies; *Belt (Belt Carcass) *Conveyor Idlers ( Rollers) *Pulleys *Drives *Other Components

Novelty Steel is an experienced fabricator of structural steel fabrications for bulk handling projects. With our modern CNC Machinery Park and experienced engineering team, Novelty Steel produces bespoke steel frames according to the EN 1090-2 European Norms. Some examples of the bulk material structure fabrications are : Steel frame for Conveyor Belts Feeders Transfer Towers Bunkers Hoppers Our modern steelwork fabrication shops have computer-aided design and detailing (CAD), which is linked directly to factory floor computer numerically controlled (CNC) machinery, creating a genuine seamless CAD/CAM environment. The accuracy of the computer-generated details being transmitted directly to the CNC machinery increases the quality standards of the production. Novelty Steel has adapted EN 1090-2 standards into its manufacturing processes supervised by experienced quality management team.