A belt conveyor is a mechanical handling system used to transport materials or goods from one location to another, commonly used in industries such as mining, chế tạo, hậu cần, và nông nghiệp. It consists of a continuous loop of material (the belt) that rotates around two or more pulleys, driven by a motor.

Key Components of a Belt Conveyor:
1. Conveyor Belt – The moving surface made of rubber, PVC, fabric, or metal.
2. Pulleys –
- Drive Pulley (head pulley): Powered by a motor to move the belt.
- Idler Pulley (tail pulley): Provides tension and redirects the belt.
- Snub Pulleys & Bend Pulleys: Adjust belt wrap and direction.
3. Động cơ & Gearbox – Provides power to drive the belt.
4. Rollers/Idlers – Support the belt and reduce friction (carrying idlers on top, return idlers underneath).
5. Frame/Structure – Supports the entire system.
6. Belt Cleaners & Scrapers – Remove material sticking to the belt.
7. Take-up Unit – Maintains proper belt tension.
8. Cho ăn & Discharge Chutes – Direct materials onto and off the conveyor.

Types of Belt Conveyors:
- Flat Belt Conveyor – For general material transport.
- Troughed Belt Conveyor – Curved sides to prevent spillage (common in bulk handling).
- Incline/Decline Conveyor – Moves materials up or down slopes (with cleats for grip).
- Modular Belt Conveyor – Plastic interlocking belts for food processing or packaging.
- Magnetic Belt Conveyor – Transports ferrous materials using magnets.
- Portable Conveyor – Mobile units for temporary use.

Ứng dụng:
✔ Khai thác (than đá, quặng)
✔ Manufacturing (assembly lines)
✔ Warehousing & hậu cần (package sorting)
✔ Agriculture (grain handling)
✔ Airports (baggage handling)

Thuận lợi:
✓ High load capacity
✓ Long-distance transport ca

ility
✓ Low energy consumption compared to trucks
✓ Customizable speed and size

Nhược điểm:
✖ High initial cost for long conveyors
✖ Requires maintenance (belt wear, alignment issues)