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		<title>Package Conveyor Safety Poster</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Angela Goodner]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 18:56:53 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Promote safer package conveyor operations with this free, print-your-own CEMA safety poster. Designed to supplement an in-house safety program, it reinforces hazard awareness and safe work practices in distribution and fulfillment environments.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Package Conveyor Safety Poster is part of CEMA’s industry-developed Safety Program, created to help organizations improve conveyor safety and reduce workplace incidents.</p>
<p>Focused on package handling environments such as distribution centers and warehouses, this poster highlights common hazards and essential safety practices for operators and maintenance personnel. It serves as a clear visual reference to support training efforts and reinforce safe behaviors on the plant floor.</p>
<p>Developed by the CEMA Safety Committee, this resource is designed to complement CEMA safety labels and strengthen existing safety programs.</p>
<p><strong>Key Features</strong></p>
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<li>Developed by the Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association (CEMA) Safety Committee</li>
<li>Addresses hazards specific to package conveyor systems</li>
<li>Supports safety training and awareness programs</li>
<li>Complements CEMA safety labeling standards</li>
<li>High-resolution downloadable format &#8211; PNG and TIFF in a zip file</li>
<li>Free industry resource</li>
<li>The type of printing and poster material and coating is left to the user to determine based on the anticipated placement of the posters.</li>
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		<title>Safety Guide No. 07 Conveyor Belt Fire Safety</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Angela Goodner]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 19 May 2023 20:06:13 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Pertains primarily to fixed-in-place conveyor belts, in a flat or troughed configuration, used in bulk material handling facilities, mines, and processing operations, handling common packages and dry bulk materials.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This guide pertains primarily to fixed-in-place conveyor belts, in a flat or troughed configuration, used in bulk material handling facilities, mines, and processing operations, handling common packages and dry bulk materials.</p>
<p>Pages: 11<br />
Published Date: February 2023<br />
Summary of Contents: Scope, Introduction, Defintions, Causes of Belt Fires, Determining the Fire Retardancy of Belting, Best Practices Conveyor Fire Prevention, Maintenance and Operation</p>
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		<title>Safety Guide No. 08 Commissioning, Safe-Operation, and Field Inspection of Backstops</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Angela Goodner]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 19 May 2023 19:41:57 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A guideline of considerations and best practices for the most common backstops used in bucket elevators and unit or bulk-handling conveyor belt applications.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A guideline of considerations and best practices for the most common backstops used in bucket elevators and unit or bulk-handling conveyor belt applications.</p>
<p>Pages: 12<br />
Published Date: February 2023<br />
Summary of Contents: Introduction, Defintions, Application, Backstop Types, Commissioning, Safe Operation, Field Inspection, Repair, More Information</p>
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		<title>CEMA Application Guide for Unit Handling Conveyors, 2nd ed.</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Briana Casey]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2019 02:23:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The most comprehensive technical resource and education guide available in today's conveyor and Intralogistics industry.</p>
<p>Available in Hard Cover, PDF (Nonprinting), or save 20% on a set of both</p>
<p><em>Note:  The PDF is a large file - 50+ MB; confirm you can download with your IT security before attempting to download file.</em></p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>2<sup>nd</sup> Edition CEMA Application Guide for Unit Handling Conveyors<br />
<span style="font-size: 8pt;">English Version<span style="font-size: 10pt;"><br />
</span></span></p>
<p>Pages: 680<br />
Published: 2016<br />
ISBN:  978-1891171-48-2</p>
<p>This book is intended to help designers, engineers, building contractors, operations managers, and procurement managers make informed decisions about designing, developing, or purchasing conveyor systems that will optimally integrate into customer-defined systems and meet the most demanding product transportation needs.</p>
<p>In this book, one will find the most current conveyor technologies presented and explained in detail. Product-related chapters present key definitions, technical details, and information pertaining to design, application or selection, options, and accessories, maintenance and safety considerations. Additionally, there are many graphs, charts, pictures and selection examples provided to enhance the understanding of topics discussed. Sub-component systems including motors, gearing, belting, chain, bearings, rollers, and pulleys are discussed in the same level of high detail.</p>
<p><em>Member Price: $62.50</em><br />
<strong>Non-Member Price: $125.00</strong></p>
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<p>Quantity discounts (6 books or more) and multi-user licensing is available.  For details, contact CEMA at 239.514.3441.</p>
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		<title>Design and Application of Personnel Barriers Adjacent to Elevated Unit Handling Conveyors</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Briana Casey]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2019 06:23:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A CEMA Safety Best Practice guide to Personnel Barriers with Elevated Unit Handling Conveyors</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>CEMA Safety Best Practice-005, Updated: September 2016<br />
Design and Application of Personnel Barriers Adjacent to Elevated Unit Handling Conveyors</p>
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		<title>SBP 004 &#8211; Supplemental Guarding for Unit Handling Conveyors</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2019 02:22:54 +0000</pubDate>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>CEMA Safety Best Practice-004, 2015<br />
Supplemental Guarding for Unit Handling Conveyors</p>
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		<title>Design and Safe Application of Conveyor Crossovers for Unit Handling Conveyors, SBP-001</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2019 02:22:44 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><span style="color: #282828;">This CEMA technical paper provides guidance on the <strong data-start="442" data-end="508">selection, design, and safe application of conveyor crossovers</strong> used in unit handling conveyor systems commonly found in warehouses and manufacturing facilities.</span></p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p data-start="608" data-end="1062"><span style="color: #282828;">Developed by the <strong data-start="625" data-end="682">CEMA Engineering Conference Unit Handling Safety Committee</strong>, this publication outlines four common crossover types—ladder and stair configurations, at conveyor height and over the conveyed load—and explains where each is most appropriately applied. It addresses <strong data-start="884" data-end="901">human factors</strong>, <strong data-start="903" data-end="932">general design parameters</strong>, <strong data-start="934" data-end="970">mechanical safety considerations</strong>, and <strong data-start="976" data-end="1000">control requirements</strong>, with references to applicable ANSI, OSHA, and ISO standards.</span></p>
<p data-start="1064" data-end="1436"><span style="color: #282828;">Included are clear definitions, application guidance, and a <strong data-start="1124" data-end="1161">general crossover selection chart</strong> to help engineers, system designers, and safety professionals evaluate crossover options based on conveyor type, traffic level, and usage. The document emphasizes reducing unsafe crossing behavior and improving workplace safety through proper crossover placement and design.</span></p>
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<p data-start="1655" data-end="1712"><strong data-start="1655" data-end="1673">Document Type:</strong> Safety Guide</p>
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<li data-start="1713" data-end="1782">
<p data-start="1715" data-end="1782"><strong data-start="1715" data-end="1729">Committee:</strong> Unit Handling Safety Committee</p>
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<li data-start="1783" data-end="1882">
<p data-start="1785" data-end="1882"><strong data-start="1785" data-end="1807">Intended Audience:</strong> Engineers, system integrators, safety professionals, operations managers</p>
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<p data-start="1885" data-end="1926"><strong data-start="1885" data-end="1900">Applies To:</strong> Unit handling conveyors</p>
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<li data-start="1927" data-end="1966">
<p data-start="1929" data-end="1966"><strong data-start="1929" data-end="1946">Published Date:</strong> 2012 (replaces 2004 version)</p>
</li>
<li data-start="1927" data-end="1966"><strong>Pages:</strong>  12</li>
</ul>
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		<title>ANSI/CEMA Standard No. 402-2003 (R-2020) – Belt Conveyors</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2019 02:22:34 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Establishes recommended design and application engineering practice for unit handling belt conveyors.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Pages: 19<br />
Published Date: 2003<br />
ISBN:  978-1-891171-55-0</p>
<p>The second in a series on unit handling conveyors; includes uniform nomenclature and certain dimensional standards.</p>
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