Abstract: A conveyor comprises at least one endless conveyor belt extending longitudinally for conveying objects from an inlet end to an outlet end, and a frame extending longitudinally along the conveyor belt and having a cross-section that partially encloses the conveyor belt. The frame includes opposed side frames having longitudinal side openings therein for providing access to the conveyor belt. The conveyor further comprises removable belt guards configured to cover the longitudinal side openings, and belt guard guides located adjacent to the longitudinal side openings. Each belt guard guide is shaped to provide a guideway for slidably receiving the belt guards.