Belt Conveyors D2L Flashcards
Which belt conveyor bend profile would be used where the conveyor bends upward?
Concave
True or False;
Conveyor systems are the most costly method of transporting material because of the frame and drive components complexity.
False
Name the component;
1. This item transmits power to the belt
2. This item ensures the belt will not slip when loaded
3. This item returns the belt right side up
4. This item supports the pulleys and idlers that support the belt
- Drive pulley
- Tensioning device
- Return pulley
- Frame
Which device allows the material being conveyed to be discharged at any point along the conveyor?
Tripper
In order to reduce belt wear, how should the material be loaded onto the conveyor belt?
In the same direction and speed as the belt.
Name 2 devices that load material onto the belt correctly.
- In-line chutes
- Transition conveyor
Which design of gravity belt take-up is takes up less space vertically?
Carriage take up
True or False;
It is acceptable to use old conveyor belts as skirts to keep material centred on the belt, because it is more environmentally sustainable.
False
What device allows for fine material to be loaded onto the conveyor belt first, to reduce the impact of larger material on the belt?
Grizzlies
What would describe the main components of a conveyor belt construction?(3)
Top Cover
Carcass
Bottom Cover
What belt component supplies the strength and tension of the conveyor belt?
Carcass
What component of a multi-ply conveyor belt ensures the plies will not separate under load?
Skim coat
True or False;
Mechanical fasteners are relatively quick to install
True
True or False;
Steel cord belts must be hot vulcanized when splicing together and may be susceptible to longitudinal tearing.
True
What type of pulley is used to prevent build-up from accumulating on the pulley surface?
Wing Pulley
