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Expert Blog

  • Metric and imperial timing belts – what is the difference?

    I regularly notice that our customers find it difficult to determine the correct type of timing belt. In this blog, I will attempt to break down the basic differences of size and structure. Timing belts are available in two measurements: metric (mm) and imperial (inch).

    René Grevengoed 2017 June 1 Read more »

  • What is chordal action or the polygon effect?

    We often receive questions concerning the chordal action, also known as the polygon effect. Today we will try to break down the meaning of this action and suggest a couple ways to reduce its effect.

    Marco Hollander 2017 June 1 Read more »

  • 16 tips to extend the belt lifetime

    The belt lifetime and performance can be significantly extended through simple maintenance and preventative care. In today’s blog I will discuss how you can best lengthen productivity through easy upkeep, alteration and repair.

    René Grevengoed 2017 June 1 Read more »

  • 6 tips for joining conveyor belts on your own

    Joining conveyor belts is a bit of a craft. When you perform the job on your own, without expert help, you may not know what to consider in order to reach optimal results. Below is a list that we hope can be helpful.

    Sten-Goran Friberg 2017 June 1 Read more »

  • When must a conveyor belt be food approved?

    I recently heard someone ask if a conveyor belt used for packaged foodstuffs must be food approved. This is a question that often arises, and so in today’s blog, I will try to provide some clarity.

    Editorial Team 2017 June 1 Read more »

  • Correct initial elongation for conveyor and drive belts

    A correctly installed conveyor or drive belt significantly extends the life of a product. There are certain guidelines which can be easily followed in order to best care for your equipment.

    Editorial Team 2017 June 1 Read more »

  • How to prevent unstable conveyor belt tracking

    Conveyor and transmission belts with unstable tracking can cause major production problems. Belts can wear and break, products can get damaged or destroyed, and in the worst case scenario, there can be a production breakdown. Here are a few tips on how you can avoid this:

    Simon Cartwright 2017 June 1 Read more »

  • PVC, TPU or TPO conveyor belt – what material is the best choice?

    When should I choose a PVC conveyor belt and when is a TPU or TPO belt a better choice? People regularly ask me this question. As a rule of thumb, I always say that a standard PVC-coated conveyor belt can be used in any simple application without special requirements.

    René Grevengoed 2017 June 1 Read more »

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