Your conveyor and automation systems are the heartbeat of your operation, when they stop productivity, safety, and efficiency are all at risk. While regular maintenance keeps things running smoothly, some warning signs mean it’s time to act now.
If you notice any of the issues below, it’s essential to contact CSL ConveyorCare immediately so our experienced engineers can assess and repair your system before a minor fault becomes a major problem. Even if we didn’t install the system, our ConveyorCare team can help resolve these issues and avoid expensive downtime.
Unusual noises or vibrations
You will know what normal operational noise should sound like but grinding, screeching, or rattling noises are never normal. These can indicate worn bearings, misaligned rollers, or mechanical damage to the drive components. Left unchecked, they can quickly lead to total failure.
If your system starts sounding different, stop and call ConveyorCare straight away.
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Belt or chain tracking issues
If belts or chains are drifting off-centre, fraying, or constantly requiring manual adjustment, it’s a clear sign of misalignment or damaged components. Not only does this increase wear, but it also poses a safety hazard and can cause downtime if a belt snaps or jams.
Our engineers can re-track, realign, and replace components to restore smooth operation.Â
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Irregular speeds or power fluctuations
Sudden changes in conveyor speed or inconsistent motion can signal electrical or motor-related issues. This may stem from a failing gearbox, worn drive motor, or a faulty control system.
Immediate inspection is needed to prevent damage to other system components.
Excessive heat or burning smell
If you detect excessive heat from motors, control panels, or drive areas — or worse, a burning smell, shut down the line immediately. Overheating can indicate electrical faults, overloading, or friction caused by worn parts. CSL ConveyorCare can provide you with sensors, even simple stickers to show the current temperature of key equipment like motors.
This is one of the most critical signs your conveyor requires urgent attention.
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Frequent stops or fault alarms
Conveyors should not repeatedly trigger emergency stops or alarms. This pattern often points to underlying electrical or sensor issues that can worsen quickly.
Our engineers can run full diagnostics to identify the fault and prevent costly downtime.
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Product damage or disruption
If items are being damaged, misaligned, or failing to transfer between conveyors, something isn’t working as intended. This can be caused by damaged rollers, misaligned sensors, or uneven belt tension.
A quick visit from our team can restore accuracy and protect your products.
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Visual signs of wear or structural damage
Never ignore cracks, bent supports, or corrosion on the conveyor frame. These can compromise the structural integrity of your system and pose serious safety risks.
Our team can carry out immediate repairs or replace worn sections before failure occurs.
When to call ConveyorCare
If you spot any of these warning signs, it’s time to act. CSL ConveyorCare’s experienced engineers are available to provide emergency repairs, diagnostics, and part replacements for all makes and models of conveyors and automation systems, even those not originally supplied by CSL.
Don’t wait until the system stops, or worse yet operator injury occurs. Contact us immediately if you see any of these warning signs.
We’ll get your system back up and running quickly, safely, and efficiently.
Call us today on 01283 55 22 55
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