Posts tagged with: Modular belt
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How to measure overdrive on a low-tension spiral conveyor system
Many thousands of spiral conveyors serve the global food processing industry in applications ranging from cooling, proofing and freezing in the bakery sector; to freezing in the fish, poultry and red meat sectors; to pasteurizing and conditioning applications for manufacturers of sauces and cans.
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Why do POM belts squeak?
We recently had two cases of food producers experiencing problems with POM (also known as Acetal or Polyacetal) plastic modular belts fitted with POM rods that were making a squeaking sound.
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Case study – F52 belt’s smooth plastic wire solves costly package puncturing problem
When new applications are required on a food processing or manufacturing line, it is natural to start out using the existing equipment and thus avoid the costs of replacement.
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4 telltale signs that it’s time to replace processing belts (and a tip for stretching yours further)
You’re probably all too aware of the high cost of belt replacement. Processing on the affected line comes to a halt, usually for 1–4 hours.
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Sprocket pitch diameter: why it’s important and how to measure it
When replacing an existing (from another supplier) plastic modular belt with a new Habasit belt, it’s important to know the sprocket pitch diameter used on the current conveyor.
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How to use modular belts as radius belts
Modular belts are highly valued for their flexibility, and many facilities, especially in the food industry, use them as radius belts on conveyors with curves.
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What’s the best way to achieve tight transfers between belts?
Proper alignment of products is critical at many stages of the production process. Problems often arise when products have to be transferred from one conveyor belt to another.
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The seven benefits of plastic modular belts in industrial freezer applications
Pizzas, snacks, ready meals, meat, fish and chicken – all these food conveying applications need belts that not only work in a freezing environment, but can also move product reliably from room temperature to -30° C (or below).