Troubleshooting

Even the best conveyor systems face challenges. We’re here to help—simply get in touch using the contact list. Can’t wait? Download our conveyor belt handbook. It helps you to identify common problems, understand their causes, and implement practical solutions. Whether fixing a misaligned belt, addressing excessive wear, or resolving spillage at transfer points, our expertise and innovative products, like ZIP CLIP® Replacement Belts, keep your conveyor running smoothly.

Cause: Off centre loading

Cure: Adjust chute and other loading devices so load is delivered to center of belt travel
Cause: Fluctuations in load

Cure: Use notched chute to keep load peak in center of belt
Cause: Belt/roller contact not equal

Cure: Adjust height of rollers for even contact

Cause: Splice(s) not straight

Cure: If Smiley Monroe belt, please contact Smiley Monroe with ID number
Cause: Crooked or bowed belt

Cure: If belt is new, it may correct itself when properly broken in

Cause: Slippage between belt and drive pulley or pulleys

Cure: Increase tension on belt take-up device, lag drive pulleys, or new worn-out lagging, or increase arc of contact on drive pulley with snub pulley or use tandem drive
Cause: Sticking troughing rollers

Cure: Clean and lubricate or replace rollers to free rotation or install effective belt cleaning and transfer point sealing systems to control fugitive material

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Conveyor belt handbook

Created in collaboration with our internal product experts and bringing together 45 years’ experience in the conveyor belting industry, our conveyor belt handbook is an essential resource for best practices, providing detailed guidelines on choosing the right conveyor belt and troubleshooting common conveying problems.