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Technical Tips for Belt Conveyors
Conveyor belt designers and users frequently ask us for advice on how to determine required belt pull and power on hopper feeder conveyors. This "technical tip" answers how to calculate the downward force a hopper will exert on a feeder conveyor.
Message from Marco Ghisalberti
Our Executive President presents 2022 highlights and explains how our expansions will enable us to meet the challenges of 2023 and beyond. Click here.
Hopper Feeder Drives Part 1 of 2
In this 10 minute video Mike Gawinski explains:
  • Purposes of Hoppers
  • Standard Conveyor Belt Loads
  • Special Hopper Load
Hopper Feeder Drives Part 2 of 2
In this 10 minute video Mike Gawinski explains:
  • Arching Theory
  • Calculating Hopper Drag Load
  • Pressure Relief Tips
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