Virtually, all manufacturing facilities use a conveyor system to achieve more efficiency. One of the integral parts of this system is the belt. Interestingly, conveyor belts have been in existence for so many years already. They were initially used to transport grains and are made of leather, rubber or canvas. It was back in WWII when technological advancements began to take over the world. The belts were made using synthetic materials such as urethane and synthetic rubber. Also, complicated rotary systems were created to power a conveyor belt, which includes V-belt assembly and other designs that make the operation more efficient.
Nowadays, materials used to make conveyor belts vary in terms of specifications and properties, and each has its own set of benefits. As the equipment is transporting bulk materials continuously, it has to be sturdy, durable and resistant to temperature, chemicals, and even moisture. The widely used materials to manufacture the belts include metal, plastics, fabric, rubber, and leather. Most of these belt materials are formulated with additives for added strength.
Choosing the right belting material is critical when designing conveyor belts in order to avoid compromising the safety and productivity of the system. The key to determining what specific type of belt material to select is the nature of your particular application and production process requirements. Conveyor belts can operate in different environments in manufacturing facilities. Take for example the case in an assembly line where conveyors go through an oven, washer, or other secondary processes such as painting. In this situation, the equipment has to be highly durable and resistant to chemicals or harsh conditions.
Overall, when dealing with an application as unique as yours, working with conveyor belts requires the expertise of specialist care and industry experts. Norpak gives you both values. With our extensive experience in designing and manufacturing conveyor systems, we offer both standard and customized belting solutions. We have the capacity to help you find the right material for your conveyor system with high quality and flexible conveyor belt.
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