Guide Idlers for Steel & Sponge Iron Plants

UGES guide idlers prevent lateral belt drift on conveyors in steel and sponge iron plants, providing edge guidance to maintain proper belt tracking under heavy, off-center loads of iron ore and sinter.

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Guide Idlers Key Specifications

Roller Diameter

89mm vertical guide rollers mounted on adjustable brackets for precise belt edge control on steel plant conveyors.

Roller Height

150mm to 250mm guide roller face heights to accommodate belt thicknesses from 8mm to 20mm used in heavy-duty applications.

Bearing Type

6204 deep groove ball bearings with double-sealed housings preventing iron dust contamination in harsh plant atmospheres.

Bracket Design

Adjustable angle brackets with slotted mounting holes for fine-tuning guide roller position relative to belt edge.

Roller Surface

Smooth steel or rubber-coated contact surface to prevent belt edge wear while providing consistent lateral guidance.

Mounting Spacing

Recommended installation at 10-15 meter intervals on straight runs and 5-8 meters on curves for optimal belt tracking.

Industrial Applications

Conveyor Curve Sections
Preventing belt runoff on horizontal curves in steel plant conveyor galleries transporting ore between processing units.
Inclined Conveyor Belt Tracking
Guiding belt edges on steep incline conveyors feeding material to elevated bins and hoppers in sinter and pellet plants.
Tripper Car Conveyors
Maintaining belt alignment on movable tripper car conveyors distributing material into bunkers and storage bays.

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