At Hytrol, we believe we create the best material handling systems in the world, but we also believe that businesses are only as strong as the people—and the relationships—that support them. Strong businesses have been the foundation for Hytrol’s success.…
In a lean environment, everything is about the customer. Every process and every product should add value. That’s where product management comes in. In the traditional method of business, an engineer may design product technology, a marketing team will research…
Today, we’re going to talk about how to determine proper belt tension on a belted conveyor. Proper belt tension is one of the most important practices in maintaining the life of your conveyor. Everything on a belted conveyor is built…
Founded in 1960, SalSon Logistics is a leading third-party logistics company, providing supply chain management solutions for a wide range of companies. Since its inception, SalSon has grown into a multimillion-dollar company with locations throughout the eastern United States. With over…
Today we’re going to talk about how to adjust the pneumatic tensioner on the ProSort SC. Upon initial installation of your Hytrol ProSort SC or when replacing the belt, you will need to adjust the pneumatic tensioner. We’ll begin by…
From time to time, you may need to replace slats or shoes on the ProSort 400. Following proper lock-out tag-out procedures, begin by removing the chain dust cover with a 5/32 Allen wrench. Next, use the flat ProSort tool to…
The plastic chain on the Connex™ AL series stretches naturally over time, and may need to be tensioned. You can determine when your chain needs to be tensioned by listening to and watching your conveyor. A loose chain is signified…
It’s imperative in Lean Manufacturing that quality is assured. In a Lean environment you eliminate waste, and there’s no greater waste or cost to eliminate than a quality issue. Between lost hours and lost material, quality issues are costly to…
When considering new solutions for material handling challenges, there can be an overwhelming number of options and potential vendors, technologies, or equipment types. Finding the right solution for your specific needs is imperative to achieve optimal performance. Before investing in…
Hytrol’s Aluminum Connex™ line has a quiet, modular design and is created for easy installation. First, observe the chain transport direction. The pivot point of the chain-link should always be leading. The chain runs on the top and bottom of…
