Conveyor belts

Belts used in conveyor systems represent a versatile product category employed across numerous industries. Thanks to their fabric-based internal structure, they can operate with much smaller pitch diameters than timing belts.

By customizing the back of these belts with attachments, coatings, and specific machining processes, it’s possible to develop conveyor systems perfectly suited to the characteristics of the product being handled. Industries that commonly rely on these specialized transport belts include industrial automation, packaging, paper, textiles, non-woven fabrics, food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and medical sectors.

Synchronous Belts

Synchronous belts are advanced systems that merge the benefits of timing belts—such as precise positioning and consistent length—with the flexibility and wide format of smooth belts. This is achieved by milling grooves into the back of polyurethane belts and welding one or more timing belts with Kevlar cords.

Attachments, Side Edges and Central Guides

Attachments of any shape can be applied to the back of the belt, and if needed, side containment profiles can also be added to prevent products from slipping off during transport.

For applications requiring FDA approval, the belts can be produced using food-grade polyurethane, with certified materials welded to the back to form compliant attachments. When transverse forces are involved or the system operates on an incline, a trapezoidal central guide—available in K6, K10, and K13 sizes—can be applied to the inner back side of the belt to ensure stable and accurate tracking.

Coatings

Standard belts provide various surface options—ranging from high to medium to low friction—for contact with the transported product. However, when specific performance characteristics are needed, dense or foam coatings can be applied to meet those requirements. A wide selection of coating materials is available, including rubbers, polyurethanes, and silicones, similar to those used on timing belts. Based on your application details, we can recommend the most suitable solution.

Foam coatings are ideal when high surface deformability is necessary, with commonly used materials including Sylomer, neoprene, and foam rubber. To enhance system grip and protect the foam layer, an additional dense coating—typically made of silicone or rubber—can also be applied.