Certified Splice Training and Belt Schools

Fenner Dunlop Conveyor Services has developed an educational program that combines practical classroom sessions with hands-on training to enhance splicing skills and increase knowledge of standard Fenner Dunlop splicing procedures. Splicing technicians, sales personnel and plant operators are encouraged to enroll in the Certified Splice School to gain a competitive edge in the belt service marketplace.

Topics Covered in Splice School

Day 1 - Safety Always Matters Discussion

• Basic Splice Technology (Classroom)
• Conveyor Belt Design and Splice Life
• Special Compounding for Splicing
• Dynamic & Static Properties of Splice Types
• The Vulcanization Process

Day 2  – Safety Always Matters Discussion

• Step Splicing of Plied Belts (Classroom and Hands-On)
• Plied Belt Step Splicing Process (review)
• Vulcanizer Set-Up and Operation
• Fundamentals of Splice Design & Failure Analysis

Day 3 – Safety Always Matters Discussion

Option 1

• Flexlok High Integrity Finger Splicing (Classroom & Hands-on)
• Flexlok High Integrity Finger Splicing Process
• Flexlok High Integrity Finger Splicing (review)
• Vulcanizer Set-Up and Operation

Option 2

• Splicing of Steel Cord Belts (Classroom & Hands-on)
• Fundamentals of Steel Cable Splice Design & Failure Analysis
• Steel Cable Belt Splicing Process
• Steel Cable Belt Splicing
• Vulcanizer Set-up and Operation

Day 4 – Safety Always Matters Discussion

• Finish Hands-on Splices (Classroom & Hands-on)
• Test Splices Made in Class
• Review Failed Splices Using Skills Learned in Class
• Grade Attendees’ Performance with Written Test

Fenner Dunlop Certified Splice Program 2011

2011 Splice School Dates Announced

• Week of February 7
• Week of May 9
• Week of August 8
• Week of November 7