When we prepare for winter on the farm, storage becomes the focus. Everything that was moving through the fields earlier in the year now needs a safe place to stay. Whether it’s grain, feed, or other bulk materials, the way we handle storage plays a big role in how...
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Why Belt Conveyor Systems Fail in Cold Midwest Winters
Winter in Springfield, Ohio, can be unpredictable. One week it's freezing, the next it's piled high with snow. For those of us working in grain systems or agricultural processing, that swing in weather creates big challenges. A belt conveyor for bulk material is one...
Understanding ROI Features of CalorMatic® Calculator Tools
Getting the most return from your equipment is always a top priority, especially when you're working through harsh Midwest winters like those we see around Springfield, Ohio. For operations that rely on consistent heat processing, it's important to keep an eye not...
Cold Weather Operation Tips for CalorMatic® Systems
Winter in Springfield, Ohio, doesn’t take it easy on material handling systems. When the temperatures keep dipping, operators managing bulk material handling equipment must stay ahead of the cold. For systems like the CalorMatic® Heat Processor, freezing pipes,...
Belt Replacement Guide for Quick-Key® Spool Conveyors
When winter hits hard in Ohio, it's not just the roads that freeze up. Conveyor systems powering agricultural and industrial facilities around Springfield feel the drop in temperature too. Snow and cold don’t take it easy on belts, especially when they're already...
Temperature Control Issues in Enclosed Belt Conveyor Systems
When temperatures inside conveyor systems swing too far in either direction, trouble isn’t far behind. Heat can cause belts to stretch, make motors work harder, and put extra stress on bearings. On the flip side, cold conditions can lead to brittle material, frozen...
Emergency Repairs for Silver-Sweet® Bucket Elevator Systems
By December, most operations in Springfield, Ohio, are running full speed to meet end-of-year demands. Facilities depend heavily on equipment like Silver-Sweet Bucket Elevator Systems to keep material handling smooth and timely. When these systems go down, the ripple...
Load Distribution Tips for Support Tower Installations
Support towers are the backbone of many grain handling systems. They hold the weight of equipment like bucket elevators and conveyors, making sure everything stays stable and secure during heavy operation. When installed correctly, these towers help keep field...
Replacing Damaged Buckets in Sweetheartâ„¢ Elevator Systems
Bucket elevators are made to move a lot of material. When they run day after day in busy agricultural or industrial settings, a little damage can sneak past unnoticed. Over time though, worn or broken elevator buckets can slow down production, damage other equipment,...
Clearing Blockages in Flite-Veyor® QL 17 Series Conveyors
Blockages in material handling systems don’t just slow down work—they can lead to bigger mechanical issues if they’re not handled right away. Fall is a time when many plants and ag operations in places like Springfield, Ohio, are running full swing, wrapping up...
