학술논문
Timely tools: FOR ON-SITE BELT REPAIRS. (cover story)
Document Type
Article
Author
Source
Subject
*Industrial safety
*System downtime
Conveyor belt maintenance & repair
Cutting equipment
Knots & splices
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Language
ISSN
0032-0293
Abstract
The article presents various tips for on-site repairs and maintenance of conveyor belts. Maintenance personnel should have knowledge and training in recommended safety procedures including lockout/tagout, proper belt squaring, skiving and cutting measures. Portable and lightweight belt cutters offer more straighter, squarer cuts wherein it maximize mechanical fastener splice life and minimize downtime.