Hi Graham,

training idlers are the answer from a supplier (not operator) to the unknown factor: Will there be maintenance staff and if yes, are they sufficiently qualified? I'm very much on your side, however "the others" shall always seek to cut down on people and to mechanize. Then add the ad's of sales representatives + their performance on explaining the possible OPEX cuts.

So, for me as design footman, i get the task & have to find a way to insert a mechanical device. I would very much like to know all about the adverse effects of different types of those, from experience..

@ CF - system:

Dear Sir,

in the first place, pls. employ some professional who can take care of the issue, as Graham here suggested.

If that is perhaps not the core of your intentions, you might be trying to look at reputable belt conveyor idler suppliers, they shall have something in their portfolio that could suit your demand, or give you an address. Maybe you start with the systems supplier of your conveyor? However, the specifics of such systems are often proprietary. Controlled steering systems are also quite complex, and their effect is limited and must be compared with the con's that could be explained in more detail on a broader database, pls. refer to Mr. Mulani. Also, you know the searchwords, to go to B2B!

Regards

R. ■