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What are the Types of Conveyor Pulley Lagging?

September 21, 2020/0 Comments/in Blog /by Luff Industries

The function of conveyor pulley lagging is to increase friction with the conveyor belt while protecting the shell from damage. There are several types of pulley lagging, including rubber and ceramic lagging.

Each specific type of pulley lagging has different specifications and purposes which we go into more detail in this article. The ideal type of pulley lagging is highly dependent on the design and application of the conveyor. Read more →

How does an Idler Work?

September 10, 2020/0 Comments/in Blog /by Luff Industries

An idler is used in many applications, including material handling processes and to improve belt drive performance. Conveyor belt idlers are crucial to the conveying process because they support the belt and conveyor along its full length to prevent stretching, tears, and corrosion. Read more →

Benefits of Impact and Slider Beds

August 31, 2020/0 Comments/in Blog /by Luff Industries

Conveyor systems operate in heavy-duty and harsh environments that are tough on its mechanics. The role of impact and slider beds on conveyor systems is to assist the belt and structure to absorb the impact of falling material. They are designed to absorb shock with a strong support frame that can handle the toughest of applications. Read more →

What is the Pulley Refurbishment Program?

August 28, 2020/0 Comments/in Blog /by Luff Industries

The industrial equipment that utilizes pulleys and belts to transmit power goes through a heavy volume of work daily. This highlights the importance of pulley repair services and preventative maintenance to keep your equipment running at an optimal level. Read more →

What is The Main Function of Pulleys?

May 13, 2020/0 Comments/in Blog /by Luff Industries

A pulley is a wheel on an axle or shaft that is designed to support movement and redirect tension. They are simple, yet powerful devices that can make small forces move large objects. Pulleys are used to make heavy work more manageable. Read more →

What Types of Conveyor Belts Are Being Used For Industrial Purposes?

April 16, 2020/0 Comments/in Blog /by Luff Industries

Conveyer belts are essential in the material handling sector to move items quickly and efficiently to reduce labour-intensive practices. Industrial conveyer belts are made with quality conveyer components and operate with sophisticated technology that allows companies to handle large volumes of materials. Read more →

Conveyor Belt Maintenance and Troubleshooting

August 26, 2019/in Blog /by Jules Winfield

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 and profit, and causing a lot of stress on your business. Our blog today intends to raise your understanding of common conveyor mishaps and how they can be prevented and/or resolved. Read more →

Luff Industries is turning 40!

July 23, 2019/in Blog /by Jules Winfield

Luff Industries is so excited to be celebrating our 40^th anniversary this September! For this month’s blog, we wanted to share some of our company’s history, in addition to some of the exciting things we have coming up for our 40^th year. We are so proud of where we stand today and could have not done it without our incredibly dedicated employees and forward-thinking innovators. Read more →

Luff Industries CEMA Idlers

June 26, 2019/in Blog /by Jules Winfield

We are Luff industries, a conveyor component manufacturing company that has been in the international market for over 38 years now. In this blog, you will find the CEMA idlers that we supply here at LUFF. Have additional questions pertaining to our products or stock? Contact us today! Read more →

Considering custom conveyor components

June 12, 2019/in Blog /by Jules Winfield

A custom conveyor quote can seem a bit intimidating with so many moving parts (literally). Both the buyer and seller will need to conduct thorough questioning to ensure an understanding of the needs and the best solution for your application.

Some of the questions our Luff team will ask you will range from product descriptions to facility specifications. Each question will need a specific answer. As the conveyor component manufacturer, we need a fully comprehensive understanding of the scope of your requirements in order to provide the ideal equipment and quote for your application. Read more →

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