Flexco has announced the acquisition of SHG Conveyor Control GmbH, developer of Rip Prevent+, an advanced AI-powered conveyor monitoring system designed to optimize conveyor performance and safety.
Rip Prevent+ provides real-time belt rip detection, prevention, and operational insights — without requiring sensors inside the belt, lasers, cameras, or structural changes. This plug-and-play solution integrates seamlessly with any conveyor system, offering rapid deployment and immediate benefits for industries such as cement, mining, aggregates, and bulk handling.
Key Features of Rip Prevent+:
- Instant belt rip and anomaly detection with automatic shutdown in seconds.
- Fully plug-and-play – no sensors, lasers, cloud connection, or structural modifications.
- MassFlow monitoring for real-time visualization of material flow and process efficiency.
- Motor condition monitoring to track load, efficiency, and potential overloads.
- Energy and network analysis to detect inefficiencies and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Optional sensors for gearbox and bearing vibration analysis, as well as scraper and roller monitoring, enabling comprehensive belt performance management.
The acquisition strengthens Flexco’s digital technology portfolio, integrating Rip Prevent+ with Flexco Elevate® and the Novitool® Aero® Splice Press with IntelliSplice™ Technology.
“The future of conveyor belt management is digital, connected, and data-driven,” the company stated. “With SHG and our Elevate digital monitoring platform, we are advancing our mission to deliver enhanced value and reliability to our customers as their trusted Partners in Productivity.”
