MARTIN ENGINEERING BLOG

Welcome! Below you will find a collection of insights by leading professionals detailing their experiences in the bulk handling industry.

Does Finished Cement Belong On The Ground?

Seeing the light bulb go off for two cement terminal managers in front of my own eyes was an experience I won’t soon forget. When talking about the costs and risks associated with ...
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"How Do I Really Get This Belt Clean?"

The other day I received a call from a customer trying desperately to get a limestone belt clean. He told me, “when the conveyor was purchased it came with a wiper on it, but it ...
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Belt Tracking [Feud]

In a recent survey, we asked over 1000 conveyor users "what is your biggest problem with belt conveyors?’" (read in your best Steve Harvey/Family Feud host voice) Over 65% ...
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Conveyor Safety - Are you talking the talk or walking the walk?

Last week while teaching a Conveyor Safety class, I made a statement that shocked the group (and angered a few).
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Guard Your Return Rolls

This photo was sent to me the other day by one of the guys who attended our Foundations™ Conveyor Operations Training. He thought it would be something useful and interesting. I ...
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