How to Prevent Sinker Furnace Mesh Belts from Snake-Snaking

Preventing sintering furnace mesh belts from snaking (deviation) can be achieved through installation and adjustment, routine maintenance, and equipment optimization. Specific measures are listed below:

Sintering Furnace Mesh Belt

I. Installation and Adjustment

1. Ensure Installation Accuracy

When installing a sintering furnace mesh belt, components such as the head and tail rollers and intermediate idlers must be aligned and parallel to each other. Strict installation accuracy must be maintained during installation to prevent deviation of the sintering furnace mesh belt due to installation errors.

It is important to note that during installation and commissioning, the sintering furnace mesh belt requires gradual temperature adjustment, and the mesh should be trimmed regularly to ensure the belt length remains within a reasonable range.

2. Adjusting Idler and Roller Sets

Regularly check the misalignment between the horizontal centerline of the idler and the longitudinal centerline of the conveyor. If the misalignment exceeds 3 mm, adjust the idler using the elongated mounting holes on both sides of the roller set. If the rollers are not aligned or are unevenly worn, they should be adjusted or replaced promptly.

3. Check the Mesh Belt Joints

The sintering furnace mesh belt joints must be correctly connected, with the circumference on both sides consistent, ensuring the entire belt forms a perfect rectangular shape. Misaligned joints or bends will cause uneven force on the belt during operation, leading to deviation.

II. Daily Maintenance

1. Maintain Even Material Distribution

Maintain even material distribution on the sintering furnace mesh belt to avoid uneven force on the belt caused by excessive weight in certain areas. If the material is unevenly loaded, add a baffle at the inlet to change the direction and position of the material.

2. Regularly Clean the Mesh Belt and Equipment

Regularly clean debris from the mesh belt and any material stuck to the rollers and idlers. Material sticking can cause the diameter of the rollers or idlers to increase in certain areas, leading to uneven tension on both sides of the belt and causing deviation.

3. Adjust the Mesh Belt Tension

Regularly check and adjust the mesh belt tension to ensure even tension. Excessive or insufficient tension can lead to unstable operation and snaking.

III. Equipment Optimization

1. Installing a Correction Device

You can install a differential self-aligning roller assembly or a passive hydraulically controlled linkage corrector. These devices automatically adjust the mesh belt's running direction to prevent deviation.

2. Optimizing Mesh Belt Design

Select appropriate mesh belt materials and design parameters, such as appropriate wire diameter and pitch. Ensure the mesh belt's stability under high temperatures and loads, and avoid deformation and deviation caused by material or design issues.

IV. Operating Standards

1. Standardizing Operating Procedures

Train operators to ensure they are familiar with the equipment's operating procedures. Avoid abnormal mesh belt operation due to improper operation.

2. Regular Inspection and Maintenance

Establish a comprehensive equipment inspection and maintenance system, regularly perform comprehensive inspections of the mesh belt and ancillary equipment, and promptly identify and resolve any problems.

These measures can effectively reduce the occurrence of sintering furnace mesh belt snaking, improving equipment operation stability and production efficiency. Hengshui Qualified Filter Screen Co., Ltd., as a century-old enterprise that can develop and produce all-industrial mesh belts, has been committed to the research and development and production of high-quality metal mesh belts to meet customers' higher quality needs.