Advance your team’s skills with Continuous Process Solutions steel belt training

At Continuous Process Solutions, we know that even the best steel belt systems are only as good as the people running them. That’s why we’re pleased to offer a tailored Training Programme for Engineering and Production Teams, designed to give your staff the knowledge and confidence to maintain, monitor and optimise continuous-process lines using steel conveyor belts.

Who the training is for

This programme is aimed at engineering, maintenance and production teams in sectors such as: food; chemicals, wax, powders and paints; wood-based panel; rubber; film casting; pharmaceuticals; and other continuous-process industries – in short, any manufacturer using, or considering using, steel conveyor belts and associated continuous-processing equipment.

What the training covers

• Fundamentals of steel conveyor belts – types (stainless, carbon, solid, perforated, wire mesh), appropriate selection and how belt choice affects performance and application.
• Belt tracking and tensioning systems – how to use and maintain in-feed tracking/tensioning systems to ensure proper alignment, avoid misalignment and extend belt life.
• Cleaning and ancillary systems – correct use and maintenance of cleaning brushes, scrapers, belt-edge cleaners, squeegees and other ancillary equipment to avoid build-up, wear and hygiene issues.
• Preventative maintenance and early issue-spotting – what to look out for (wear patterns, mis-tracking, build-up, thermal or chemical stress), how to check belts and related components, and when to call for maintenance or replacement.
• Reporting and downtime avoidance protocols – when and how to report issues; implementing routine inspections; scheduling maintenance to minimise unplanned shutdowns.
• Cost-effective practices and lifecycle awareness – understanding the cost implications of belt wear and premature replacement; how good maintenance and belt care can extend belt life and deliver cost savings.
• Integration with your production line – how belt maintenance, tracking, cleaning, and timely servicing fit into your overall process flow to keep production smooth, continuous and efficient.

Benefits to your business

• Empower your in-house teams – you build internal capability rather than relying solely on external service calls.
• Spot issues early and avoid costly downtime – early identification of belt or system faults helps prevent emergency breakdowns and unplanned line stoppages.
• Extend belt and equipment life – through proper maintenance and care, you protect your investment and reduce replacement frequency.
• Cost-effective upskilling – training is a low-cost way to increase your operational resilience, compared with the costs of repeated belt replacement or emergency maintenance.
• Save production time and money – fewer stoppages, fewer delays and fewer unexpected costs.
• Flexible delivery – we can deliver training to large or small teams, tailored to the specific needs and scale of your operations.
• Support across sectors – because Continuous Process Solutions serves a broad range of industries, the training is industry-agnostic and covers the particular challenges of different continuous processes.

How we deliver

• Training can be scheduled onsite at your facility, depending on the size of your team and your operational needs.
• The content is tailored to your process, whether you use solid steel belts, perforated belts, wire mesh belts or specialised options (e.g. Teflon-coated belts for sticky products or chrome-plated belts for wood-panel presses).
• Sessions combine theory (understanding belt types, tracking, maintenance protocols) with practical, hands-on demonstrations, such as belt inspection, use of cleaning systems and belt tracking adjustment.
• We provide documentation and guidance to help your in-house team implement and follow ongoing maintenance and inspection routines.

Why choose Continuous Process Solutions for your training

With over 20 years of experience supporting continuous-process manufacturers across the UK and Ireland, Continuous Process Solutions is uniquely positioned to deliver this training with authority and relevance. Our experience spans numerous sectors including food, chemicals, wax, wood-based panels, rubber, film casting and more, meaning we understand the unique challenges each industry faces. By choosing us, you get not just a training course, but access to our broader expertise: design, installation, cleaning and tracking systems, maintenance best practices and round-the-clock technical support.