Design Analysis and Optimization of Idler Frame for Conveyor Applications

Abstract

Troughing idlers frames are used for conveying bulk materials, and are designed and manufactured with different Troughing angles.  Design of idlers and idlers frames are done as per CEMA standards. Static and dynamic analyses are carried out to evaluate the structural stability in terms of strength. Design iterations are carried out to optimize or minimize the material. The stresses obtained from static analysis are below the allowable limit and the fundamental frequency obtained from the dynamic analysis is safe when compared to operating frequency of the conveyor belt.