Mechanical analysis is the study used to evaluate the performance, reliability and safety of mechanical components in industrial assets, such as belt conveyors and yard machinery, in the face of the forces acting on the equipment. This study is fundamental for the correct sizing and operation of the equipment, mitigating failures, damage and accidents, and can be carried out both for new projects and for the diagnosis of existing machines.

This type of analysis is also essential for upgrades and retrofits, in which mechanical systems and components are checked in order to assess the impact of the changes on the equipment. In belt conveyors, for example, mechanical analysis also helps to diagnose non-conformities and propose solutions to mitigate them. The following is a summary flowchart of mechanical analysis for this type of asset.