Conveyor Belt System Inspection
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Conveyor Belt System Inspection

Martech
Updated Jan 21, 2021

 When you complete this lesson, you will be able to describe the equipment used to protect plant personnel and conveying system equipment. In addition, you will be able to list the inspections that should be conducted on conveyor belt systems.

• Discuss the purpose of a safety cord on a conveyor belt system

• Explain the function of a lateral motion switch, when used in conjunction with a conveyor belt

• Describe the difference between overspeed protection and holdback protection, as it relates to conveyor belt operation

• List three checks you should make when inspecting a running conveyor belt

• Discuss the purpose of a belt wiper

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