Drag Conveyor Tension Check
This procedure outlines the process for checking drag conveyor tension, focusing on verifying proper chain operation, paddle positioning, and wear conditions during active equipment operation. It ensures optimal chain alignment, safe tension levels, and smooth system performance while documenting any necessary maintenance findings.
Goodland Crush - Scoular
10/15/2025
Drag Conveyor Tension Check
This procedure outlines the process for checking drag conveyor tension, focusing on verifying proper chain operation, paddle positioning, and wear conditions during active equipment operation. It ensures optimal chain alignment, safe tension levels, and smooth system performance while documenting any necessary maintenance findings.
Warning: Tension checks can only be done with equipment running. Check inspection doors for safety switches before opening
Tension checked at the curve for L-path drags. Double check at tail of drag.
Tension checked at the head for flat drags
Are paddles falling over at curve for curved drags?
Are links buckling for curved drags
If paddles are coming off of the divider plate at curve, the tension is too tight.
Chain transitioning smoothly onto and off of the head sprocket for flat drags
Chain not bouncing going onto return rails at head for flat drags
Chain not dropping as it comes off of bottom panel onto the sprocket for flat drags
Are head rails worn.
Note on work order if head rails are worn
Sign off on the drag conveyor tension check
Click here to sign
Source: Goodland Crush - Scoular (Community Member)