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Solving bulk material handling problems around the world for over 70 years

THE PROBLEM

FUGITIVE MATERIALS

Escape of materials from conveyors is an everyday occurrence. It occurs in the forms of spillage and leakage from transfer points or carryback that adheres to the belt past the discharge point and drops off along the conveyor return. It also occurs in the form of airborne dust that is carried off and settles on structures, equipment and the ground.

Carryback falls under the conveyor, spillage falls to the sides and dust falls on everything, including systems and structures above the conveyor. Left unchecked, fugitive materials represent an ever-increasing drain on a conveyor’s efficiency, productivity and profitability.


Materials lost from the conveyor system cost the plant in a number of ways.

Reduced operating efficiency

  • Increased conveyor maintenance costs
  • Reduced plant safety
  • Lowered employee morale
  • Diminished product quality
  • Heightened scrutiny from outside agencies

THE MARTIN® SOLUTION

Through proper design and maintenance, bulk material handling operations can run cleanly, safely and efficiently.

By preventing spillage and airborne dust, Martin Engineering’s Transfer Point Products can help reduce equipment damage, reduce cleanup, control maintenance expenses and improve the overall plant safety.

Martin Engineering is more than an equipment supplier. We are problem solvers dedicated to improving transfer point performance.

KEY COMPONENTS

(1) BELT SUPPORT

For an effective, minimum-spillage transfer point, it is essential that the belt’s line of travel be stabilized with proper belt support in the load zone.

(2) SEALING SYSTEM

A crucial requirement in any transfer point designed for reduced spillage and high efficiency is an effective sealing system at the edge of the belt.

(3) BELT TRACKING

Belt tracking must be controlled before spillage can be eliminated.

(4) TAIL PULLEY PROTECTION

Pulley protection plows are installed to remove lumps and stray components from the remove lumps and stray components from the belt before they can damage the pulley or belt.

(5) CHUTE STRUCTURE

Bulk materials should flow through a transfer chute evenly and consistently

(6) DUST MANAGEMENT

Airborne dust is a common problem in bulk-materials handling operations. When both material spillage and airborne dust are controlled, the operation will be cleaner, safer and more productive.