LEAP FORWARD IN BELT TRACKING TECHNOLOGY
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LEAP FORWARD IN BELT TRACKING TECHNOLOGY
The Apex Taper Trough Tracker offers fast autonomous and continuous tracking in all conditions .
To help bulk material handling operations address conveyor belt misalignments , a common issue in quarrying and mining , Tru-Trac Rollers has introduced its Apex Taper Trough Tracker , the next leap forward in belt tracking technology . explains Douglas van der Westhuizen , technical sales representative at Tru-Trac Rollers .
With its compact design , the Apex Taper Trough Tracker can be installed effortlessly in tight spaces , such as under hoods or on tripper cars . The new cantilevered wing roll and cradle replace the previous design ’ s protruding adjustment bolts , eliminating space constraints and potential safety hazards . Adjustments are now quick and straightforward , allowing for easy angle setting of the wing rollers .
Belt misalignment causes spillage , belt edge damage , damage to the structure , increased power consumption and increased labour costs .
That conveyor belt mistracking is one of the most common causes of unscheduled downtime in conveyor systems is no overstatement . Belt misalignment causes spillage , belt edge damage , damage to the structure , increased power consumption and increased labour costs . Misaligned belts will ultimately result in lost production , increased operating costs and safety hazards .
“ The Apex Taper Trough Tracker ’ s inline taper wing rollers are designed for compatibility with trough angles up to 60 degrees and can flatten as low as 10 degrees for easy installation and transportation . This is a significant upgrade to the maximum 50 degrees trough angle on the previous system ,” says Guy Fitt , National Sales Manager at Tru-Trac Rollers .
To help mining and materials handling operations prevent this from happening , Tru-Trac Rollers has brought to market its
innovative Apex Taper Trough Tracker , the ultimate misalignment solution for conveyor belt systems . Available in four types – Standard , HD , XHD and EXHD – the range ushers in a new era with an array of innovative features . Key among them is the combination of the tapers and in-line idler configuration mounted on a unique centre pivot , providing fast reactive and continuous belt tracking in all conditions .
“ The pivot system has been enhanced significantly . The upgraded system now includes enhancements for durability and better protection against dust , especially in fine dust environments ,”
The Apex Taper Trough Tracker ’ s inline taper wing rollers are designed for compatibility with trough angles up to 60 degrees and can flatten as low as 10 degrees for easy installation and transportation .
The improved custom-compounded GRIP-TRAC™ rubber lagging and patented tread pattern on wing rolls offer enhanced traction and tracking performance and extended working life of the replaceable wing rolls , further reducing total cost of ownership .
Increased responsiveness is yet another key benefit of the new Apex Taper Trough Tracker . The optimised centre of gravity and weight distribution offers improved stability , control and balance . This enhances sensitivity to belt misalignment and tracking performance by increasing efficiency and responsiveness . •
Source : supplied by Tru-Trac Rollers ( Pty ) Ltd
The combination of the tapers and in-line idler configuration mounted on a unique centre pivot , proves fast reactive and continuous belt tracking in all conditions .
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