Feature

Minimising drive failure to maximise productivity

Drive failure can have a serious impact on productivity levels. Whether it is moving a pharmaceutical line conveyor belt, a quarry jaw crusher, or keeping an operating theatre cool, drives are a small yet essential part of the production process. When it comes to smooth, cost-effective operation, it’s important to get the basics right.

07/07/2025 11:01:26

Here, Paul Speight of Acorn Industrial Services talks about the top three things to consider when wanting to minimise drive failures.

Back to basics?
I have spent the best part of 30 years in the world of power transmission, and I work with maintenance engineers, helping solve a wide range of drive problems. From providing fit-for-purpose solutions, to troubleshooting a customer’s shock load drive issues, there is always a way to minimise drive failures.

In my experience, there are three things to consider when looking to promote drive longevity, and these can be summed up by going ‘back to basics’ with the belts.

Read the full article in DPA's July 2025 issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.