Machining, joints and vacuum on timing belts

Thanks to our extensive experience, we are able to carry out all types of machining required on timing belts and their respective coatings, whether dense or foam.

Using CAD systems and CNC machinery, we can design and produce custom geometries according to drawing specifications in very short timeframes. To ensure the highest quality standards, we rely on dedicated positioning equipment and, most importantly, custom-designed tooling.

Machining for suction (vacuum) systems

In the automatic machinery sector, certain applications require more grip than what the belt coating alone can provide. In such cases, the timing belt can be machined to function as a suction (vacuum) system.

Specifically, by creating a channel along the toothed side and adding perforations and corresponding slots on the coated back of the belt, suction can be applied to the product through the use of a vacuum pump, ensuring secure and precise transport.

Machining on Belt Coatings

Geometries closely matching the shape of the product to be transported can be machined onto the back of the timing belt, allowing for precise positioning within the specially created compartment. Alternatively, if the aim is to form attachments, transverse milling can be carried out across the belt’s direction of travel, enabling the products to settle accurately within the machined sections.

Mechanical Joints with Pins

In addition to welded joints, mechanical joints can also be created by machining the ends of the timing belt. By drilling transverse holes through the teeth and inserting cylindrical pins, a highly reliable joint is formed, offering load capacities comparable to those of traditional welded joints. This solution is especially popular for spare timing belts, as it helps minimize machine downtime. Since the belt is open, there is no need to disassemble other components—once in place, the belt is simply closed using the pins.