Evaluating the Condition of Pre-Owned BeltingVisual Inspection Criteria for Surface WearMost people judge a used belt by its worst groove. That is a mistake. Visual inspection of conveyor belting used in tough operations starts with surface wear, but not all wear is...

Core Components and ConfigurationBelt Structure and Material SelectionThe average mining conveyor belt system moves thousands of tons per hour, yet one faulty idler can halt production. I've seen that happen underground, and it's brutal. South Africa's demanding...

Types of Rubber Compounds for Conveyor BeltsFrom the coal fields of Mpumalanga to the deep gold seams of the Free State, the workhorse of industry endures. The most common blend for surface mining is a combination of SBR and NR. This natural and synthetic mix gives a...