In order to ensure the reliable operation of conveying equipment, the most important thing is to promptly detect and eliminate possible faults. For this reason, operators must always observe the operation of the transport aircraft and promptly handle any abnormalities found. It is important for mechanical workers to regularly inspect and inspect any situations or components that require attention. For example, a carrier roller may not seem very important, but a high-speed conveyor belt that transports worn materials may quickly wear through its outer shell, resulting in a blade that can seriously damage an expensive conveyor belt. Trained workers or experienced staff can promptly detect impending accidents and take preventive measures. The conveyor belt of a belt conveyor accounts for a considerable proportion of the entire conveyor cost. In order to reduce the cost of replacing and repairing conveyor belts, it is necessary to attach importance to training operators and maintenance personnel on the operation and maintenance knowledge of conveyor belts.
1、 Environmental conditions are also a major consideration
Most warehouses operate with air conditioning and lighting. If there are extreme temperature conditions, special selection of belts, bearings, and drive units is required. Although the warehouse is located in a relatively clean environment, the conveyor system may have to connect the cleaner area to the more harsh environment (such as the waste paper box area). Some items must be isolated based on health and safety factors, which can also affect the design of conveying systems and storage areas.
All goods handling equipment requires varying degrees of maintenance, and for gravity systems, regular inspections are usually only necessary to ensure proper rotation of the rollers. In more complex systems, regular maintenance measures should be provided by the manufacturer. Generally, companies have fixed maintenance personnel for expensive production and manufacturing equipment, but they ignore the equipment in the warehouse as unnecessary. In fact, during the initial planning stage, for complex handling systems, maintenance costs must be included in the procurement budget, and maintenance requirements must also be considered in the selection and uation of the system.
2、 Selection considerations for conveying equipment
Because the surface of the conveyed item comes into direct contact with the conveyor, the characteristics of the item directly affect the selection of equipment and the design of the system. The characteristics of transported items include size, weight, surface characteristics (soft or hard), processing speed, packaging method, and center of gravity, all of which are factors to consider.
When planning, all items to be transported should be listed, including the smallest and largest, the heaviest and lightest, sealed and unsealed. The design of a device is not solely influenced by the largest or heaviest item.
Lighter items may not be able to activate the sensor, and smaller items may also affect the selection of equipment types, such as drum or belt type. For some cumulative conveyors, the distribution range of item weight has a significant impact. When planning, the main system does not need to handle all items, and a second system or manual approach can be used to handle less commonly used items, which may be more economical.