Conveyor Belt

A conveyor belt is a mechanical device used to transport materials continuously from one point to another. It consists of an endless loop of a flexible material that is stretched around two or more pulleys or rollers, with a drive mechanism to move the belt and the material on top of it. Some key features of conveyor belts include:

- Material Transport - Conveyor belts are commonly used to move materials through factories, warehouses, distribution centers, airports etc. They provide an efficient and automated way to move large volumes of items over various distances.

- Continuous Flow - The belt forms a continuous loop, allowing materials to be moved from the beginning to the end of the conveyor system smoothly and constantly. This allows for a steady stream of materials without interruption.

- Variable Speed - The speed of the belt can be adjusted to control the rate at which materials are transported. Slower speeds allow careful handling, while higher speeds enable rapid throughput. Speed can also be varied to synchronize with other processes.

- Load Support - Conveyor belts are made from durable materials such as rubber, PVC, urethane, steel mesh, etc. This gives them the strength to safely carry the weight of materials from light packages to heavy equipment or ore.

- Inclined Transport - Belts can be installed on an incline to efficiently move materials up or down between floors of a facility.

- Automated Tracking - Advanced conveyor systems have embedded sensors and tracking tools to monitor the location and status of materials in real-time.

conveyor belt applications include transportation in factories, warehouses, airports, supermarkets, etc. Overall, they provide efficient and continuous point-to-point transport of high volumes of materials.

A Comprehensive Guide to Multiply Textile Conveyor Belts

Conveyor belts play a crucial role in the field of bulk material handling, facilitating the transportation of various materials such as coal, cement, ores, and grains across processing industries worldwide. Industrial Belts, a leading manufacturer, specializes in producing high-performance Textile Reinforced Rubber Conveyor Belts. In this guide, we will explore the different components, technical parameters, and features of multiply textile conveyor belts.

Understanding Types of Fabric Conveyor Belt

To design an efficient conveyor belt, various technical parameters are taken into consideration. These parameters include the type of fabric, top and bottom rubber covers, carcass, and other specifications. Let's delve into each component in detail.

The fabric used in a conveyor belt is a critical component that determines its strength, flexibility, and overall performance. Rubber conveyor belts offers three types of fabric for multiply textile conveyor belts:

• EP Fabric: EP fabric, also known as Polyester-Nylon fabric, consists of polyester warp and nylon weft. It offers high strength, excellent resistance to abrasion, fatigue, and impact. EP fabric has lower moisture absorption compared to cotton and higher elongation than EP carcass.

• NN Fabric: NN fabric, or Nylon-Nylon fabric, features nylon warp and nylon weft. It provides superior strength, exceptional resistance to abrasion, fatigue, and impact. NN fabric also offers excellent resistance to heat and moisture absorption compared to cotton.

• PP Fabric: PP fabric consists of polyester warp and nylon weft. It has lower elongation compared to NN and cotton fabric. PP fabric exhibits exceptional abrasion and fatigue resistance, minimal moisture absorption, and high dimensional stability.

Top and Bottom Rubber Covers

The top and bottom rubber covers of a conveyor belt are essential for protecting the carcass and extending its service life. Lakhotia India Belts offers a variety of cover grades with specific properties tailored to different applications, environments, and materials being transported.

• Top Rubber Cover: The top rubber cover serves as the primary protection for the carcass. Industrial belts rubber technologists have developed cover grades with resistance to wearing, tearing, cutting, gouging, impact, heat, cold, fire, oil, and chemicals. These covers can also be manufactured with textured or profiled surfaces to prevent material rollback in inclined applications.

• Bottom Rubber Cover: The bottom rubber cover of a conveyor belt comes into constant contact with the drive pulley to transmit power. Rubber Belts bottom rubber cover offers good abrasion resistance and is available in a specially formulated low rolling resistant variant. This variant reduces power consumption and energy requirements for belt operation.

Carcass

The carcass is the core component of a conveyor belt and provides the main load-bearing capacity. It consists of fabric reinforcement that is typically referred to as the carcass. The carcass performs critical functions in the operation of a running conveyor belt:

• Tensile Strength: The carcass provides the necessary tensile strength to move the loaded belt efficiently.

• Impact Absorption: It absorbs the impact of the material being loaded onto the conveyor belt.

• Load Support: The carcass offers bulk and lateral stiffness, ensuring proper load support.

• Joint Strength: It provides adequate strength for mechanical joints and hot/cold splicing.

Lakhotia India Belts produces the carcass in state-of-the-art calendaring and building facilities, ensuring high performance and reliability.

Rubber Conveyor Belt Technical Specifications and Customization Options

EP conveyor belts offers a range of technical specifications and customization options for multiply textile conveyor belts. These specifications include:

Belt Rating and Ply

The standard belt rating ranges from 200 N/mm (110 PIW) to 3200 N/mm (1800 PIW). The number of plies varies from 2 ply to 8 ply, depending on the application and customer requirements.

Rubber Cover Thickness and Color

M24 rubber belts provides a wide range of rubber cover thicknesses, ranging from 1mm (1/25") to 25mm (1"). The color of the rubber cover is predominantly black.

Belt Width and Length

Standard belt widths start from 300mm (12") and go up to 2400mm (96"). The belt length comes in standard lengths of 100 meters and can extend up to 400 meters based on the total belt thickness.

Edge and Splicing Method

Rubber conveyor belts offers both cut edge and molded edge options for the belt's edges. The splicing methods available include hot, cold, and mechanical splicing techniques.

Packaging and Belt Identification

Standard packing involves wrapping the belt in HDPE sheets with strapping. Wooden crate or metal crate packing is available upon request. Each belt is marked with a unique Belt Identification Number (BIN) at every 10 meters (33').

Advantages of Multiply Textile Conveyor Belts

Multiply textile conveyor belts offer several advantages that make them a preferred choice in the industry. These advantages include:

• High Performance: Conveyor Belts manufactures world-class multiply textile conveyor belts that deliver exceptional performance, reliability, and durability.

• Customization: The tailor-made nature of these belts allows customization based on specific technical requirements, ensuring the best performance for individual applications.

• Versatility: Multiply textile conveyor belts are suitable for a wide range of industries and materials, including coal, cement, ores, and grains.

• Cost-Effective: These belts offer a cost-effective solution for bulk material handling, with options to optimize power consumption and energy requirements.

• Longevity: The careful selection of top and bottom rubber covers, along with a robust carcass, ensures extended service life and reduced maintenance costs.

Multiply textile conveyor belts are essential for efficient bulk material handling across various industries. Lakhotia India Belts offers high-performance belts with customizable options, including different fabric types, top and bottom rubber covers, and carcass designs. By understanding the technical specifications and advantages of these belts, industries can optimize their material handling processes for improved productivity and cost-effectiveness.

Optimize your bulk material handling with Lakhotia India’s expertise. Our conveyor belt engineers design durable, high-capacity systems for your application. Contact us today to improve efficiency and productivity.