® -BR IOM ABLE OF ONTENTS CHAPTER 1: IOM INTRODUCTION ........................4 CHAPTER 2: TGW SYSTEMS POLICIES ......................5 CHAPTER 3: SAFETY ............................6 3.1: TGW S ........................6 AFETY ECOMMENDATION 3.2: C .......................7 ONVEYOR ESIGN AND AFETY UIDELINES 3.2.1: CEMA Unit Handling Standard ........................8 3.3: W...
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NBS-30 S ....................108 ONTROL INGLE THERNET 9.17.1: Replacement Parts – Wave Control Single Ethernet ................108 9.17.2: Replacement Parts – Photoeye ......................108 WORKS CITED ..............................109 TGW SYSTEMS INFORMATION ........................110 Page 3 of 110 P/N: 1116149 Rev: 03/14/2019...
Chapter 1: IOM I NTRODUCTION IOM Purpose Manual Structure It is the intent of TGW Systems, through this You s h o u l d receive a separate manual, to provide information that acts as a documentation for each product line of TGW guide in the installation, operation, and Systems implemented in your installation.
OLICIES TGW Systems Equipment Warranty TGW Environment Standards Systems warrants that material TGW equipment is designed to be installed in a clean, workmanship entering into equipment dry warehouse environment. Exposure to extreme merchantable and will be furnished in accordance with humidly, direct sunlight, blowing dirt or rain can the specifications stated.
A safety risk evaluation is required for all of our standard equipment. The safety risk evaluation TGW agrees to the following safety instruction or considers every potential hazard on the conveyor, guidelines listed within this manual. This is not to weighs the probability and the severity of the potential conflict with your state or legal requirements.
TGW recognizes American National Standard Institute (ANSI) booklet entitled Safety Standards for Conveyors and Related TGW recommends these videos for training and education Equipment B20.1. For more information go to: purposes as part of a safe working environment around conveyor https://webstore.ansi.org/default.aspx...
® -BR IOM 3.2.1: CEMA Unit Handling Standard Shown below are some samples of labels applicable to conveyor standards. Page 8 of 110 P/N: 1116149 Rev: 03/14/2019...
WARNING the conveyor may result in injury to personnel or damage to the equipment. Your TGW Systems conveyor is powered by a • Indicates a potentially hazardous motor and can be stopped only by turning off situation, which, if not avoided, electrical power to the motor.
Never remove, deface, or paint over WARNING or CAUTION labels. Any damaged label will be replaced by TGW Systems at no cost by contacting Lifetime Services. It is very important to instruct personnel in proper conveyor use including the location •...
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® -BR IOM WARNING Before servicing or performing any work in the motor control panel, • disconnect and lock out air and the main incoming service. If only the panel disconnect is off, the incoming side will still be hot. Page 11 of 110 P/N: 1116149 Rev: 03/14/2019...
The following basic conveyor control safety guidelines are recommended by TGW Systems even though Business Partner may or may not purchase conveyor controls from TGW Systems. The items listed deal with applications of controls equipment. The actual installation of the equipment must always follow the National Electric Code and all other local codes.
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® -BR IOM Actuating an emergency stop must drop-out the start circuit, requiring restarting the system using the start pushbuttons provided. An emergency stop should normally stop all conveyors in the system. Very large systems may involve dividing a system into zones of control based on proximity of personnel, safety hazards, walls obstacles, etc.
Chapter 4: NBS I NTRODUCTION NBS Concept The TGW Systems NBS Narrow Belt Sorter technology was developed to provide an economic alternative to other sortation devices, as well as providing sorting options that were not easily available. This technology is similar to sorters that use wide flat load carrying belts and pop-up wheels to divert product but has eliminated many of the high cost / maintenance features associated with these sorters.
® -BR IOM 4.1: NBS 30 NBS 30 WAVE™ Simple 30 degree diverter design means less maintenance and higher uptime. • Diverters use proven true vertical lift for reliability, consistency, and low cost 3 rows and 5 rows • only. High friction, diverter wheels with precision bearings for positive quiet sorting •...
® -BR IOM 4.3: NBS-90 & NBS90-SL Separate drive within the transfer module allows a space saving single or bidirectional unit • NBS90 is driven with a MOVIMOT motor. NBS-SL is driven off the return side of the belt. Coated rollers allow positive product acceleration and transfer rate •...
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IDLER Un-driven pulley used as a tensioning device ITEM NUMBER IT # TGW Systems part identification number Square locking device used on rotating shafts Group of several parts with a single item number LACED The condition of a correctly installed lacing...
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® -BR IOM KEY WORD ABBREVIATION DESCRIPTION MODULE A self-contained mechanical assembly MOUNT Part used to hold another, similar to a bracket MOUNTING Location and fasteners to attach a mount MOTOR Rotational power source usually using electricity MUFFLER Device used to reduce the noise of exhausted air NATIONAL PIPE Standard identifier for USA tapered pipe sizes THREAD...
Any part that requires welding in its manufacture Variable Frequency Drive for motor speed control 4.4: P RODUCT ESCRIPTIONS For the most current list of “Product Description” and “Terms and Abbreviations” Log into www.tgw-conveyor.com and select Support/Engineering Support Documents. Page 19 of 110 P/N: 1116149 Rev: 03/14/2019...
ECEIVING AND REPARATION Receiving TGW Systems NBS Narrow Belt Sorters are shipped in subassemblies. These subassemblies are packaged to guard against damage in shipment, when handled properly. Examination immediately following unloading will show if any damage was caused during shipment. If damage is evident, claims for recovery of expenses to repair damage or replace components must be made against the carrier immediately.
® -BR IOM 5.1: P & I ARTS NVENTORY DENTIFICATION Each subassembly is shipped completely assembled except the bed joint splice plate/nuts which are shipped with other loose parts. Identify and separate the sorter subassemblies by type or tag number, for inventory and ease of locating during installation.
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® -BR IOM WARNING Before restarting a conveyor which has been stopped because of an • emergency, an inspection of the conveyor must be made and the cause of the stoppage determined. The starting device must be locked out before any attempt is made to correct the cause of stoppage.
® -BR IOM Chapter 6: NBS A & I PPLICATION NSTALLATION ETAILS NBS Selection Guidelines • Use NBS when: • Medium to high speed sortation is required • Product may be same size and weight, or mixed • Product weight: 1-75 lbs., 1500 lbs. total load •...
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® -BR IOM WARNING NBS 90 Transfer motors must be controlled to run on demand • ONLY! Motors running continuously will cause component failure. Elevation (Top-Of-Belt, TOB) The minimum TOB to floor elevation at the discharge end of an NBS sortation line is 25". This elevation includes 23-1/2"...
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® -BR IOM SPUR LOCATION (Both NBS 30 and Wave Divert) Page 25 of 110 P/N: 1116149 Rev: 03/14/2019...
® -BR IOM 6.2: P RODUCT ALIGNMENT Products should be edge aligned to cover the first spur side divert wheels or approximately 1” off the spur edge, and should contact the inside first wheel. Shown is 6” box approximately 1” off edge aligned on an NBS30 Correct alignment –...
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® -BR IOM Wrong alignment - missed contact with the first spur side divert wheels. Page 27 of 110 P/N: 1116149 Rev: 03/14/2019...
® -BR IOM Chapter 7: NBS I NSTALLATION ETAILS General Procedures The following procedures are to be used as guidelines only. Specific installation methods will vary somewhat depending on available equipment on site and each installer's preferences based on experience. Dimensional Reference Points The path of each conveyor in the system is determined by establishing a reference point at each end.
® -BR IOM 7.1: G ENERAL LECTRICAL EQUIREMENTS WARNING All electrical controls must be installed, wired, and connected by a • licensed electrician only. All motor controls and wiring must conform to the National Electrical • Code as published by the National Fire Protection Association and approved by the American National Standards Institute, Inc.
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® -BR IOM WARNING All safety devices, including wiring of electrical safety devices, shall • be arranged to operate in a “fail safe” manner. That is, if power failure or failure of the device itself would occur, a hazardous condition must not result. NEMA type enclosure ratings are as follows: NEMA 1 - Indoor use;...
® -BR IOM 7.2: G OTOR CTIVATION PRIOR to systems activation - Please inspect the gear unit for a vent and if applicable to the product remove the rubber sealing plug to activate. The vent is designed to allow excessive pressure to escape.
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® -BR IOM Note: Yellow tags may be tucked out of sight. Please inspect all motors for a vent and remove sealing plug, if present, to activate. The following pictures are examples showing where vent plugs may be located depending on the product line and motor position.
IMPORTANT! Do not make alterations to the equipment without consulting with user's representative and TGW Systems. Unauthorized modifications to the equipment may impair its function, create a hazardous condition, affect its useful life, and/or void the warranty. Page 33 of 110...
7.5: S & C UPPORTS ONNECTIONS Roll Formed (RF) supports replace all existing TGW conveyor floor supports. For details on Supports & Connections see Support & Connections IOM (#1200485) at https://www.tgw-conveyor.com/support/iom-manuals/supports-and-connections 7.6: A NCHORING Anchoring in concrete floors is accomplished by drilling into the floor and inserting the suitable anchor bolt.
® -BR IOM 7.7: B UPPORT ONNECTORS NBS can ONLY be supported at bed joints. Install the sortation conveyor (drive bed thru end pulley) on supports. Leave approximately 1/16″ gap between low friction rail joints. The conveyor must be level and straight. Adjoining beds are connected using 3/8″ thick by 10″ nut plate, 3/16″ thick by 10″ clamping plate and 3/8″...
® -BR IOM 7.8: I NSTALL LOW FRICTION RAIL CONNECTORS Install low friction rail connectors at all rail joints. Each low friction rail connection consists of a M5 hex head bolt, a M5 nylon locking nut, and a ½″ dia. connecting spacer. These parts are bagged with the quantity required for each bed, and shipped with other loose parts.
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® -BR IOM Installation of the connecting spacers requires an alignment tool (TGW Kit part no.1113691). The tool is used to ensure a smooth straight transition from bed to bed with each job and should be shipped with the loose parts for the end pulley assembly.
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® -BR IOM The low friction rail belt guides are installed at the factory with clamping plates which hold them down to the top surface of their mounting crossmembers. These crossmembers have a built in locating feature for ensuring the correct placement of the across the width of the conveyor. The rail assemblies are built with a 1″...
® -BR IOM 7.10: C NBS C EILING UPPORTED ONVEYORS The NBS conveyor is designed to ALWAYS be supported at the bed joints. For ceiling hanging applications, an NBS ceiling hanger kit MUST be used at the bed joints as shown in the diagrams below.
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® -BR IOM Ceiling hanger diagrams are a guide to establish a final support design. Consult structural engineer for actual application. WARNING • Consult structural engineer for actual application. Page 42 of 110 P/N: 1116149 Rev: 03/14/2019...
NSTALLATION Pre-Installation Belts, as shipped from TGW Systems, are cut to length with lacing installed. Rolls of belting should be stored laying on the edge on a pallet. Never leave a belt where it may absorb moisture. Remove any tight shipping banding immediately upon arrival. Lacing pins are taped inside the lacing on each belt.
® -BR IOM 7.11.1: Belt Threading Instructions Because NBS uses multiple narrow belts of long length, it will be most efficient to have two people working together during the threading process. The belting must be uncoiled and laid out flat on the sorter, with the smooth red urethane surface down contacting the bearing assemblies on the rails.
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® -BR IOM All belts must pass over return rollers positioned not more than 9′ apart to minimize belt sag and through holes in crossmembers. BELT GUIDE RETURN ROLLER CROSS MEMBER NBS 30 diverts use the moving narrow belts to drive the pop-up divert wheels. The narrow belts must pass over the first 2.5″...
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® -BR IOM 7.11.2: Belt Tracking Prior to belt tracking, all guards, plates, and bottom pans must be re-installed. With the guards in place, switch the take-up air switch to the tensioned position, moving the take-up pulleys to tension the belts. At this time you can "bump" the motor to be sure rotation is correct, the belts are running smoothly and maintaining their position.
® -BR IOM 7.11.3: Belt Specifications and Lacing Belting: Endurethane 150 2-ply Width: 1-1/4" +0/-1/16" Thickness: .203" +/- .015 with a hidden lace Lace: Clipper U3RTS w/#2 point Lacing pin: DSS093 (Dura Stainless Steel) x 1-1/8" +/- 1/32" long .093 “WHITE DURA PIN COATING” .048 304 stainless steel core CAUTION Only use the specified lacing and pin.
® -BR IOM 7.11.4: Belt Lacing Information Belt Replacement Lengths Replacement belts may be ordered by the original part number marked on the belt or belt length. The item belt length can be determined by the following information. The 5' drive bed requires, 10'-8" (128") •...
Air Drops (NBS30-3R, NBS30-5R, and NBS90, and NBS90-SL) TGW Systems recommends using 3/4" pipe on air drops for high flow and low pressure loss. The drop is terminated with a drain at the bottom. A tee located prior to the drain branches off to the conveyor.
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® -BR IOM CAUTION • NBS 30 WAVE™ diverters must not be operated above 55 PSI. Exceeding this may damage unit. Air Supply Requirements NBS30-3R, NBS30-5R, NBS90 Page 51 of 110 P/N: 1116149 Rev: 03/14/2019...
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® -BR IOM Air Supply Requirements NBS90-SL Air Supply Requirements NBS30 WAVE, NBS30 ALIGNER Page 52 of 110 P/N: 1116149 Rev: 03/14/2019...
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® -BR IOM Pneumatic Pressure Requirements • Maximum conveyor length each way from regulator is 80'. • Locate regulator in center of conveyor, if possible, for maximum efficiency. • Overhead feeder line pressure to be 100 PSI minimum. Low pressure switch should be set at 10 PSI below the operating air pressure for the specific •...
® -BR IOM 7.12.1: Air Regulator Lock Out Valve On and Off Position Note: The air regulator valve label details the on and off positions. For air pressure regulations please see detailed instruction in this manual. WARNING Do not remove and install sleeve valve to infeed side of regulator. Back feeding •...
The source airline that distributes air to the diverters/transfers should be ½″ hose that is rated to handle a pulsating 60 PSI line pressure. TGW Systems part number available for this purpose is 89000572 TUBING, URETHANE ½″ OD. •...
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® -BR IOM Low Pressure Air Switch The installation of an air pressure switch in the NBS air supply circuit, to detect a drop in air pressure below required levels, is recommended. If pressure drops below approximately Low pressure switch should be set at 10 PSI below the operating air pressure for the specific device noted below, the conveyor system should shut off.
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® -BR IOM The TGW Systems part numbers for replacement solenoids are: • E0038769 VALVE,SMC 4-WAY 24VDC DIN CONN • E0038770 VALVE,SMC 4-WAY 110VAC DIN CONN • 1112930 VALVE,4-WAY 24VDC MANIFOLD MT (FOR NBS 30 WAVE DIVERT) Page 57 of 110...
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If the bed does not have the appropriate nut plates, the beds must Nut Plate be separated and nut plate (TGW part number E0001143) can be installed. The sorter belts must be separated at the lacings before installation of the Wave Diverter. Position the lacing under the bed, beside where the Wave Diverter will be positioned, prior to separating the belts.
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® -BR IOM Some suggested methods are: hydraulic floor jacks at each corner, two floor jacks with a pair of supporting 4x4’s running the width of the Wave Diverter, or a forklift, provided the forks are long enough to support both sides of the Wave Diverter.
® -BR IOM 7.13: W IVERTER NSTALLATION Place Wave Diverter on the supports to be used to lift it into place. Move Wave Diverter into position under NBS bed. Position nut plates in approximate location in channel. Nut Plate approximately aligned with mounting holes in Wave Diverter Raise Wave Diverter into desired location until mounting holes align with nut plates.
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® -BR IOM Install the Long Top Cover Plates (finger guards) where there are no wheels. Install the 7 5/8” long cover plates at the charge end of the sorter. The longer side goes toward the Wave Diverter. Install the 5 3/8” long top plates at the discharge end of the Wave Diverter.
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® -BR IOM Thread the belts through the Wave Diverter and reconnect ends. Refer to NBS Installation of the belts in the Operation, and Maintenance Manual for instructions. Reinstall charge end and discharge end covers. Establish control and air connections. Test roller height as follows: Place a straight edge long enough to bridge at least two belts across the belts near the wheels.
® -BR IOM 7.14: C OMMISSIONING OF QUIPMENT Commissioning of the equipment can best be defined as the final adjustments and test of the installed equipment required for its proper operation. The need for commissioning is inherent, since the individual components of equipment are brought together at the installation site to operate as a system.
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® -BR IOM Turn the motor on. With the belt moving make sure each belt has proper tension. Actuate each diverter solenoid manually. Check the belt tracking. WARNING NBS 90 Transfer motors must be controlled to run on demand • ONLY! Motors running continuously will cause component failure.
® -BR IOM Chapter 8: NBS M AINTENANCE 8.1: G ENERAL REVENTIVE AINTENANCE The key to ensuring the expected return on investment is to protect against premature failure with a well-planned program of preventive maintenance. Preventive maintenance programs examine what may fail and then formulate action plans which will prevent failure or downtime.
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® -BR IOM Pulley and Timing Belts Pulley and timing belts should be checked annually. Look for correct alignment. In time, set screws may loosen and allow the pulleys to become misaligned. Use a straight edge held parallel to both pulleys to check alignment.
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® -BR IOM CAUTION Maintenance Schedule Caution • Check to confirm tools and foreign objects have not been left on or inside the conveyor. • • Check to confirm all loosened parts have been retightened. Check to confirm all guards have been installed. •...
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® -BR IOM Motor Controls Inspection (Semi-Yearly) WARNING • Before servicing or performing any work in the motor control panel, disconnect and lockout the main incoming service. If only the panel disconnect is off, the incoming side will still be hot. Excessive overheating is indicated by discoloration of components.
® -BR IOM 8.2: M AINTENANCE CHEDULE Periodic maintenance intervals shown may vary with load, speed, hours of daily operation, ambient temperature, humidity, etc. Maintenance intervals can be established after fairly frequent maintenance. First, lengthen the intervals as justified by observation, and re-adjust based on history. The following is based on 5 days per week, 8 hours per day under normal conditions.
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® -BR IOM Monthly • Check air filters for cleanliness. • Check drive unit for leaking seals and oil level in gear case (if applicable), unusual noises, vibration and stress cracks. Semi-Yearly Inspect and clean motor control centers. • • Grease re-greasable bearings.
Reference IOM Manual for additional assistance. Verify wave commander Set VFD for the motor to proper program is matched to the speed. Contact TGW for additional conveyor speed assistance if needed. Vertibelt speed is incorrect Verify speed of vertibelt, and make corrections to VFD as necessary.
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® -BR IOM Problem Possible Cause Remedy Belt Failure Routing of belt within drive Inspect belt routing to ensure train proper installation. Refer to IOM Manual for additional information. Belting rails not aligned Check rail alignment at joints to properly ensure proper alignment.
Use nonflammable solvent only. Gearmotors NBS drive units use Gearmotors which are properly filled at the factory with sufficient lubrication for their mounting position. A synthetic lube is the standard lube supplied in all TGW Systems Gearmotors (Mobilgear SHC630). Disassembly/assembly procedure as follows: Remove necessary guards to access maintenance areas.
® -BR IOM 8.5: S ENSING WITCHES Sensing switches are of two types: • Photoeye retro reflective Proximity switch • Photoeye Adjust the photoeye retro reflective type as follows: • Determine what sizes of target the photoeye must sense. • Adjust for the worst case, usually smallest item, by loosening photoeye mounting nut and aligning while making sure photoeye has unobstructed view of reflector.
® -BR IOM 8.6: NBS M AINTENANCE HECKLIST End Pulley Assembly • Examine end pulley assembly. Remove any residue clinging to end pulley, and end pulley snubber. Check to see if belt is tracked correctly through crossmember belt guide assemblies. •...
® -BR IOM 8.7: NBS 90 T RANSFER OLLER DJUSTMENT ROCEDURE NBS 90 transfers are assembled as a stand-alone unit that is inserted into an NBS bed section. The height of the roller is set by the use of a setting gauge, and adjustment is performed at each of the four corners of the unit on the assembly bench.
Belt Span between timing belt sprockets measured in millimeters. • TGW has standardized on using “HPR”, 8 mm tooth pitch, 30 mm wide synchronous timing belts in all American domestic conveyor / sorter equipment. The weight of this style synchronous timing belt is 5.8 grams / meter.
(2) weeks after the order is received. It includes part numbers, description, pricing and recommended quantities to be kept on hand for maintenance. If you are unable to locate this document, another may be obtained by contacting the TGW Lifetime Services at 231-798-4547.
® -BR IOM 9.8.1: Replacement Parts – NBS90-BR-24 Transfer NBS90, BR-24 TRANSFER WIDTHS With & Without MOVIMOT 24VDC Power Supply Width NBS __ MOTOR TRANS,_ _ NBS90- 110VAC /230VAC 1127039 1127051 1127059 WITH MOVIMOT POWER SUPPLY TRANS,_ _ NBS90- 110VAC /460VAC 1127045 1127049...
® -BR IOM 9.9.1: Replacement Parts – NBS90-BR-30 Transfer NBS90, BR-30 TRANSFER WIDTHS With & Without MOVIMOT 24VDC Power Supply Width NBS __ MOTOR TRANS,_ _ NBS90- 110VAC /230VAC 1127043 1127055 1127063 WITH MOVIMOT POWER SUPPLY TRANS,_ _ NBS90- 110VAC /460VAC 1127041 1127053...
® -BR IOM 9.10.2: Replacement Parts – NBS 90-BR-SL 33 Transfer Power Take Off NBS90, SL-BR-33 TRANSFER WIDTHS 66S288A 66S289B 66S290B TRANSFER,_ _ NBS90SL-BR-33 24VDC SOL ORANGE ROLLERS 1158868 1158870 1158872 TRANSFER,_ _ NBS90SL-BR-33 110VAC SOL ORANGE ROLLERS 1158869 1158871 1158873 TRANSFER,_ _ NBS90SL-BR-33 24VDC SOL YELLOW ROLLERS 1162495...
® -BR IOM 9.16: W NBS-30 D ONTROL THERNET 9.16.1: Replacement Parts – Wave Control Dual Ethernet Replacement Part Numbers for Wave Control Dual Ethernet ITEM # DESCRIPTION 1182136 WAVE CNTL, NBS-DUAL ETHERNET Dwg# 66E012A 9.16.2: Replacement Parts – Photoeye Replacement Part Numbers for Photo Eye ITEM # DESCRIPTION...
® -BR IOM 9.17: W NBS-30 S ONTROL INGLE THERNET 9.17.1: Replacement Parts – Wave Control Single Ethernet Replacement Part Numbers for Wave Control Single Ethernet ITEM # DESCRIPTION 1182137 WAVE CNTL, NBS-SINGLE ETHERNET Dwg# 66E013A 9.17.2: Replacement Parts – Photoeye Replacement Part Numbers for Photo Eye ITEM # DESCRIPTION...
Equipment Manufacturers Association: http://www.cemanet.org/ Nord. (2015). Nord Drivesystems. Retrieved from Nord Drivesystems: https://www.nord.com/cms/us/home-us.jsp OSHA. (2014). Occupational Safety & Health Administration. Retrieved 2014, from OSHA QuickTakes: https://www.osha.gov/ Links and TGW General Information: Visit TGW Systems website at www.tgw-conveyor.com TGW Maintenance Videos: https://www.tgw-conveyor.com/media-center/maintenance-videos TGW Product Videos: https://www.tgw-conveyor.com/media-center/video-gallery...
NFORMATION Mission TGW Systems, located in Spring Lake, Michigan, is a leading deliverer of “smart” material handling systems, technologies, products, and services, creating solutions for material flow applications. As a global supplier of conveyor systems and equipment since 1964, TGW Systems provides sorters, conveyors, and accessories to satisfy a broad spectrum of accumulation, transportation, and sortation applications.
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