NAPLES, FL – The Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association (CEMA) is pleased to announce the release of CEMA Guide No. 354 – Bucket Elevator Installation, Operation, and Maintenance, a practical resource developed to support the safe and effective installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of bucket elevator systems.

Developed by the CEMA Bucket Elevator Committee, Guide No. 354 brings together industry experience and best practices into a single reference designed for engineers, maintenance personnel, operators, supervisors, and others responsible for the performance and safety of bucket elevator equipment.

The guide covers key topics including:

• Safety practices and hazard awareness
• Installation procedures and alignment considerations
• Startup and operational recommendations
• Preventive maintenance practices
• Inspection guidelines
• Troubleshooting common operating issues
• Safety label placement and lockout/tagout considerations

Bucket elevators are critical components in many bulk material handling operations, and proper installation and maintenance are essential for safe, reliable performance. Guide No. 354 provides practical, field-tested guidance to help organizations reduce downtime, improve equipment reliability, and promote safe operating practices.

“CEMA Guide No. 354 reflects the collective expertise of industry professionals dedicated to advancing safe and effective material handling operations,” said CEMA Executive Vice President Andy Solis. “This publication provides users with practical guidance they can apply throughout the lifecycle of their bucket elevator systems.”

Guide No. 354 is now available at CEMAstore.com.

About CEMA

The Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association (CEMA) is the voice of the conveyor industry in North, Central, and South America. Since 1933, CEMA has developed industry standards, safety guidance, and technical resources that support the design, manufacture, installation, operation, and maintenance of conveyor systems and components worldwide.