Optimal site productivity relies on keeping conveyor belts moving constantly with minimal shutdowns. Carryback is a common occurrence within the materials handling operations that can lead to unnecessary downtime due to maintenance and cleaning.
Carryback, or more commonly referred to as any excess fugitive material that sticks to the underside of the return belt beyond the discharge point, can accumulate underneath or along the conveyor in areas such as walkways. This buildup often requires manual labour to remove it, exposing employees to risk and increasing their likelihood of slips and falls.
Carryback can also lead to belt and structural damage as fugitive material can build up to bury idlers, conveyor components, or structural supports, furthermore requiring clean-up labour or even the replacement of parts. Primary belt cleaners, like Kinder’s MES Primary Belt Cleaner can play a vital role in reducing carryback and keeping conveyor belts running smoothly and efficiently.
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The MES Primary Belt Cleaner is an upgrade to Kinder’s MicroEraser and provides a low maintenance and high-performance cleaning system for conveyor applications. The universal mounting plates are design to retrofit existing layouts, allowing the MES cleaner to easily mount on to conveyors designed to use other OEM cleaners.
The MES cleaner also features a newly designed internal tensioning system that allows for quick and easy tensioning, while its compact mounting footprint means that it can be installed in tight spaces without compromising performance.
The MES conveyor belt cleaner represents a significant advancement in the field of bulk material handling. Its innovative design and ease of use make it an ideal choice for any operation looking to enhance efficiency and reduce carryback. By choosing the MES cleaner, companies are investing in a solution that offers superior performance and long-term reliability.
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