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Conveyor / Gantry
CONNECTIONS
ASSESS
● Corroded, Missing or loose bolts.
● Distorted or deflected connections
● Poor quality or damaged welds
TRUSS GANTRY FRAME STRUCTURE
ASSESS
● Damaged or missing structure elements
● Blocked or damaged flexible connection (sliding, hinged, bearing)
● Excessive deflection or misalignment
● Non controlled modifications
modified beam
NOTE: The maximum deflection allowed
in a horizontal truss gantry = Span
length / 200
Surveying can be used to assess and
monitor deflection or displacement
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