Article: Roll returns: producers realize big ROI benefits from new self-cleaning, abrasion-resistant urethane return rolls.(EQUIPMENT FOCUS: CONVEYING & MATERIAL HANDLING)

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Applying the latest technology on the return side of the conveyor belt could alleviate some sticky situations. Producers are finding that new self-cleaning, abrasion-resistant urethane return rolls are delivering a healthy return on investment in numerous applications where the use of traditional rolls have resulted in material buildup, tracking challenges, belt damage and premature component failure.

Salt River Materials Group and Knife River Corp. are companies that stress sustainability. As such, each seeks cost-effective technologies, which minimize waste and downtime while maximizing resources. With the latter mission in mind, ...

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