Patent ID: 6766901
Filing Date: 2004-07-27
Classification: B65G

Abstract:
A modular belt system, comprising:a plurality of belt modules having a product conveying surface, a bottom surface disposed opposite from the product conveying surface and an opening disposed substantially perpendicular to the product conveying surface, the opening extending from the product conveying surface to the bottom surface, the opening being defined by a first inner wall that is substantially straight and a second inner wall having a straight portion extending from the product conveying surface to a point between the product conveying surface and the bottom surface, the second inner wall having a recessed portion forming a ledge, the opening having a larger diameter at the bottom surface than at the product conveying surface; and a side guard having a central post with a projection disposed thereon, the central post capable of sliding substantially perpendicular into the opening such that the projection engages with the recessed portion in the belt module.