Posts tagged with: Plastic modular belt
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Optimal drive configuration for plastic modular belts
Plastic modular belt are basically driven like a bicycle chain. Well, it is rather powered by an electrical motor than by muscles.
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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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How meat and poultry processors can stay ahead amid new industry challenges
In the wake of COVID-19, U.S. food processors are experiencing an array of challenges, including quarantined workers, changing sanitation requirements and new on-floor personnel restrictions.
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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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Case study: Yes you can judge a belt by its cover
In modern manufacturing, finding exactly the right conveyor belt to move products with speed and precision is essential.
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