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Protective enclosure over the conveyor belt to shield material from weather (rain, wind, sunlight) and prevent external spillage. Common materials: galvanized steel, aluminum, fiberglass, or HDPE. Required in coastal zones and high-wind areas. Improves personnel safety by preventing accidental contact with the moving belt. Reference standard: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.212. Modular designs allow sectional removal for maintenance without dismantling the entire cover.