Ask Hytrol: How to Install a Shaft-Mounted Drive
In this Ask Hytrol, we’ll demonstrate how to properly install a shaft-mounted drive on a Hytrol conveyor.
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How to Use the Updated Hytrol Toolbox App
In this Ask Hytrol post, we’re going to talk about how to use the Hytrol Toolbox app, a free app available to Integration Partners and End Users.
Ask Hytrol: How to Change the O-Rings on a ProSort SC
Welcome to Ask Hytrol. Today we are going to demonstrate how to change the o-ring on a ProSort SC. You will need the following tools: 3/8-inch torque wrench long screwdriver or prybar 3/8-inch socket 9/16-inch socket 3/8-inch impact or ratchet…
Ask Hytrol: How to Change the Belt on the BZE24EZ
Welcome to Ask Hytrol. Today we are going to demonstrate how to change the belt on the BZE24EZ. You will need the following tools: ½-inch socket 9/16-inch wrench Putty knife For your safety and others around you always perform lockout…
Ask Hytrol: How to Change Belt on SBC Model Curve
Welcome to Ask Hytrol. Today, we will demonstrate how to change the belt on the SBC belted curve conveyor. First, perform lockout-tagout procedures. Next, remove the belt guide guard and then remove the outer Lexan cover. Loosen the outside 4-bolt…
Ask Hytrol: How to Replace a Drive Chain on a Center Drive
Welcome to Ask Hytrol. Today we will discuss how to replace the drive chain on a center drive. You will need the following tools: 5/8 wrench 11/16 wrench 9/16 wrench Needle-nose pliers Tape measure Hex wrench set Lockout-tagout equipment For…
Ask Hytrol: How to Replace the Take-up Pulley on a Center Drive
For this Ask Hytrol, we are going to demonstrate how to replace the take-up pulley on a center drive. You will need the following tools: 3/4″ and 9/16″ wrench Needle nose or channel style pliers Tape measure Hex wrench set…
Ask Hytrol: How to Square a Conveyor with Cross Bracing
Welcome to Ask Hytrol. Today we are going to discuss squaring a conveyor bed frame using cross bracing. Using recommended safety gear and following proper lockout tagout procedures, loosen the hardware at the butt coupling or splice plates and between…
Ask Hytrol: How to Properly Tension and Track a Belt on the ABEZ
Today, we’re going to discuss how to properly tension and track a belt on a model ABEZ conveyor. Before attempting to physically track the belt, follow these tracking inspection steps: Make sure the conveyor is level across the width…
Ask Hytrol: How to Correct a Misaligned V-Belt on an LRC
In today’s Ask Hytrol video, we’re going to discuss how to address a misaligned V-belt on an LRC. One of the most important preventative maintenance items on Hytrol’s V-belt driven models is to check for proper V-belt and sheave alignment.…