(mechanical engineering) A heavy-duty conveyor consisting essentially of a head or drive pulley, a take-up pulley, a level or inclined endless belt made of canvas, rubber, or metal, and carrying and return idlers.
belt conveyor
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(′belt kən′vā·ər)
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A power-driven endless belt that runs on idler wheels; used to carry building materials, etc.
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