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…
In today’s world, technology gets more and more complicated, but also more and more necessary. The material handling industry has always used technology to create better solutions for consumers, and the Warehouse Control System (WCS) is a software layer that…
Hytrol’s match mark decals signify how multiple conveyor units have been engineered for setup. They also have a printed QR code which references the Factory Order Number. Each decal is printed with a letter and an arrow, signifying the discharge or…
This blog post was written by the Chairman of Hytrol’s Board of Directors as part of our celebration of Loberg Day, in which we honor the legacy of our late founder, Tom Loberg. Tom believed in servant leadership, in empathy and in…
The timing belts in your material handling operation must be properly tensioned in order to run smoothly and efficiently. The universally accepted method of determining belt tension is by depressing the belt 1/64″ per inch of span. Hytrol provides a tool…
