Keyskirt Size 1,2 and 4 Chute Sealing System
Effective Chute Sealing at Conveyor Load Points
Effective chute sealing is critical in controlling spillage, dust and material loss at conveyor load areas, particularly in high-tonnage bulk handling environments. A well-designed skirting system must maintain a consistent seal against the belt without excessive pressure, reducing wear while accommodating belt movement and load variation. Flexible, self-adjusting rubber skirting profiles achieve this by maintaining continuous contact with the belt edge, preventing fugitive material from escaping the transfer zone. Integrated low-contact grooves allow trapped fines to be carried away safely on the belt, rather than building up at the chute interface. Available in multiple profile sizes and material grades, modern chute sealing solutions can be tailored to suit different belt widths, troughing angles, temperatures and operating conditions, including abrasive materials, high heat applications, fire-retardant requirements and hygienic environments.
Reliability, Low Wear and Reduced Maintenance
From a Simm Conveyor Systems perspective, a properly specified chute sealing system plays a key role in improving conveyor efficiency and reducing the total cost of ownership. By minimising spillage at source, downstream clean-up, housekeeping risks and premature belt damage are significantly reduced. Self-adjusting designs eliminate the need for frequent manual adjustment, ensuring a consistent seal throughout the service life of the skirting while avoiding excessive drag on the belt. Clear dimensional guidance allows correct selection based on belt troughing angle and available free belt edge, ensuring reliable sealing without compromising belt tracking. When combined with good chute design, impact protection and belt tracking control, high-quality chute sealing systems form an essential part of a well-engineered transfer point solution improving safety, extending component life and delivering predictable, low-maintenance performance in demanding bulk material handling applications.
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For more information contact Simm Conveyor Services on 01709 818511 or email info@simm-conveyors.co.uk