A conveyor belt is a continuous belt that moves objects from one place to another. It is powered by an electric motor and wrapped around pulleys.
How it works
A conveyor belt is powered by an electric motor and wrapped around one or more pulleys.
The pulley that powers the belt is called the drive pulley, and the unpowered pulley is called the idler pulley.
The belt is supported by rollers or a metal plate bed.
Types of conveyor belts
Flat belt conveyor
A common type of conveyor belt that uses a series of pulleys to move the belt. Flat belt conveyors are used to transport items within a facility.
Cleated belt conveyor
A conveyor belt with stoppers or cleats that divide the belt into sections. These cleats prevent materials from rolling back or falling off.
Uses of conveyor belts
Conveyor belts are used in factories to produce goods.
They are used to move products from one part of a building to another.
They are used on production lines for cars, electrical goods, and baked food.
