Applications of Different Types of Conveyor Belts



Conveyor belts are typically used for transportation of products and materials in an efficient and effective manner. These belts find application in various industries because of the advantages that they offer over manual labour. Conveyor belts are of different types and these are made use in a wide range of industries and applications. 

It is very important to choose the right type of conveyor belt for industrial and other uses. It is the type of belt that is chosen that determines how effectively and efficiently an industry functions. There are many things that need to be considered when choosing a conveyor belt system including:

  • Size, weight and distribution of products
  • Material of the products
  • Speed at which the products need to be transported
  • Environment in which the belt will operate

The conveyor belts are of different types and each type of belt is used for different purposes. A few types of conveyor belts and their applications are listed below:

General purpose belts: This is a wide group of belts that are made of an inner carcass and an outer cover. Such belts are the most common types of belts used and seen around. These belts are made of different materials like rubber, PVC, nylon, polyester, leather etc. These types of belts are used in applications that involve the use of high temperature, low friction for accumulation, high friction for incline/ decline, oil and heat resistance like:


  • Bulk handling
  • Food grading and processing
  • Oil refineries
    Plastic belting and chain: These belts are made of plastic and chain materials and are used in many industries. Such belts are very durable and can bear a lot of wear and tear. These belts are also very lightweight and find use in industries and applications like:
    • Food production
    • Packaging
    • Manufacturing
    • Pharmaceuticals

    Hinge metal belting: These belts use metal as their basic material and can be used in industries that operate using high temperature, wet as well as dry environments etc. These belts are most commonly used in applications like:

    • Parts handling
    • Die casting
    • Scrap removal
    • Packaging operations
    • Stamping operations

    Woven wire belting: These belts are most commonly used in very high or low temperature environments. Some applications of these belts include:

    • Washing
    • Baking
    • De-watering
    • Firing
    • Decorating
    • Enameling
    • Glass and metal sealing
    •  Quenching

    Flat wire belting: These belts have flat surfaces and are therefore used in applications involving:

    • Food processing and handling
    • Baking
    • Parts painting and drying
    • Product assembly, sorting and packaging

    Northern Belting is a well-known name in manufacturing and supplying conveyor belts of different types to various industries. We provide the best in quality and durable conveyor belts that can be used in a wide range of applications.



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