In Canada and other places that experience extreme cold weather conditions, industries like construction and coal mining rely on conveyor belt systems that can handle frigid temperatures. Some of the challenges that cold weather operations face include the following: Material freezing to the belt The belt itself freezing to the pan and idlers Brushes filling […]
Like any type of machinery, conveyor belt systems will eventually experience issues from time to time. Regardless of how well-maintained conveyor belt parts are, it’s normal to face problems, especially given that conveyor belts are one of the most used pieces of equipment across many industries. While some problems are bound to happen, there are […]
Many industries rely on their conveyor belt systems to keep the job moving. And when an issue arises, it can cause a domino effect and lead to costly downtime. Many conveyor system issues can be fixed by having critical spare parts on hand. Having these essential parts readily available allows companies to restore downed equipment […]
Operational costs can be greatly reduced with a conveyor system on heavy-duty mining sites. Compared to having trucks, equipment, and trained drivers move material, a conveyor system reduces congestion and vehicles needed. For heavy-duty mining projects, companies can increase their profitability and efficiency with the right conveying system. This article details what to consider when […]
One of the most common conveyor system problems is the belt running off the track, which can halt operations altogether and impact productivity. The slightest external factors can cause belt tracking problems, such as debris between the belt and the pulley, off-center loading of goods, belt distortion, and goods exceeding the weight specifications of the […]
Conveyor belts and pulley systems play a key role in just about every industry you can imagine – from bulk handling in manufacturing plants to moving products at your local grocery store. As intelligent and reliable as these systems are, they do experience issues that can cost companies thousands of dollars in lost operations and […]
Did you know that one of the main causes of conveyor belt damage is material spillage? Material build-up leads to reduced traction and excessive wear over time, which can halt production and result in costly repairs and replacements. To remedy this issue, drum and wing pulleys are applied. Keep reading to learn more about drum […]
At Luff Industries, we make a concerted effort to stay up-to-date on industry trends, standards, and what our customers need. As part of this effort, we are proud to be members of several trade associations, including: Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association Alberta Road Builders & Heavy Construction Association Ontario Stone, Sand & Gravel Association National Stone, […]
Luff Industries supplies and manufactures essential conveyor belt parts and accessories to keep your operations moving. All of our products are backed with a full 2-year warranty and we provide quick delivery of just 5 days on non-stock standard products. We help you minimize downtime and reduce operating costs with innovative products that can extend […]
Conveyors get your products where they need to go; however, accidents can happen, and these can bring your conveyor to an unexpected halt. Like most industrial machinery, if poorly maintained, conveyors can experience defaults such as belt wear and/or component failure. These unfortunate events can put an unexpected stop to your production, affecting your productivity […]
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