Category: Belt Tension

Is It Time to Tighten the Conveyor Belt on Your Industrial Machine?

Conveyer system depending on an aligned belt

How’s your conveyor belt doing lately? Is it due for a tightening? The belt is so important since it essentially runs the conveyor, which, in turn, moves products. You want it to have proper tension and it’s a good idea to maintain your belt and/or inspect it every so often to ensure that it’s working… Read more »

What Are the Advantages of Belt Tension Meters?

Sonic Belt Tensioning Meter

What’s a tension meter? It’s a device used to measure tension in belts or other things such as wires and cables. Just like other measuring devices, a tension meter needs frequent calibration. The Advantages of Belt Tension Meters What are some advantages of belt tension meters? If you’re looking for precise, accurate measurements, you’ll get… Read more »

Helpful Hints For Using a Sonic Belt Tensioning Meter

Sonic Belt Tensioning Meter

Countless industrial businesses that use machine belts have benefited greatly from using a Sonic Belt Tensioning Meter. To paraphrase, a Sonic Belt Tensioning Meter is used to make sure belts are working efficiently and have the correct belt tension. They provide the answers you need to determine whether or not the tension of the machine’s… Read more »

Tips for Extending the Life of Your V-Belt

Infographic on Making V-Belts Last - Preventative Maintenance & Safety for Belt Drives

When you’re installing a new V-belt on a piece of equipment, it’s essential to make sure it gets done the right way. If the installation is not done properly, you could end up inadvertently shortening the lifespan of your V-belt and having to replace it sooner than expected. There are also other steps you can… Read more »

How to Avoid Drive Belt Elongation

Belt Tension

The use of belts or chains to drive industrial equipment is common in nearly every industry. Countless pieces of equipment of all sizes are operated using one of these drive technologies. Avoiding drive belt elongation is essential with any belt or chain driven equipment. The use of pulleys and belts or chains and sprockets to… Read more »