Bart Natoli is a Chief Application Engineer at Habasit America and has been with the company since 1986. He has a Bachelor of Science, a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Associates in Engineering Degree and Architectural Engineering Technology. Bart Natoli is an expert in fabric conveyor belts and power transmission belts.
According to research from Ohio State University, the cost of foodborne illness in the U.S. including lost productivity, medical costs and economic losses may be as high as $93.2 billion[1].
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.
Pulley crowning is an essential design element for tracking control of flat conveyor and power transmission belts. A friction cover, or “rubber lagging” helps to increase the traction between the.
