Rubber conveyor belt types

Abrasion-resistant conveyor belts are constructed from tough styrene, butadiene, and chloroprene. They may contain steel cords and additional fiber plies for additional protection.

Abrasion-resistant belts withstand the constant wear and tear caused by heavy or sharp materials. They often feature textured surfaces or cleat patterns to improve grip and prevent material slippage.

Abrasion-resistant belts process the following material types:

• Recyclables and trash in waste management

• Rocks and ore in mines and quarries

• Clinker and limestone in cement production

• Slag and ore in steel mills

Antistatic conveyor belts incorporate conductive materials, such as carbon black or metal fibers. These materials dissipate static electricity to prevent the buildup of static charges that cause fires, explosions, or damage to sensitive electronics.

Antistatic belts handle the following material types:

• Sensitive electronics in the manufacturing sector

• Incendiary materials in the energy industry

• Chemically unstable materials in the pharmaceutical industry

Chemical-resistant conveyor belts are made from nitrile, EPDM, butyl, and other chemicals. They resist degradation when exposed to aggressive chemicals, oils, and solvents.

Chemical-resistant belts transport the following material types:

• Acidic and alkaline substances in chemical production

• Raw and finished products in fertilizer production

• Used batteries at recycling facilities

• Chemicals used in paper production

Oil-resistant conveyor belts are made from nitrile, styrene, and chloroprene. They are resistant to oil, grease, and petroleum-based products.

Oil-resistant belts handle the following material types:

• Scrap metal at material recovery facilities

• Oily and resin-filled wood in lumber processing

• Greased components in automotive manufacturing

• Biomass organic waste at waste management centers

Heat-resistant conveyor belts are made from chlorobutyl, Hypalon®, ethylene-propylene-diene monomer (EPDM), and other compounds. They offer heat resistance up to 400°F or more. These belts are reinforced with heat-resistant fabrics such as fiberglass or aramid for added strength and durability.

Heat-resistant belts transport the following material types:

• Clinker, raw materials, and clay in cement production

• Ore, coke, pellets, and tailings in steel mills

• Hot castings and sand in foundries

Fire-resistant conveyor belts include flame-retardant additives such as chlorinated compounds and alumina trihydrate. They are often reinforced with fire-resistant fiberglass or aramid. These belts can self-extinguish and prevent the spread of flames.

Fire-resistant belts process the following material types:

• Coal in mining and power generation

• Metal in blast furnaces

• Unstable materials in chemical production

Ripstop belts (tear-resistant belts) prevent small tears or punctures from propagating across the belt surface. They feature a reinforced belt construction, often with a crisscross pattern of woven fabric or embedded steel cables. The reinforcement distributes stress and contains damage to a small area.

Ripstop belts are used for heavy-duty industrial applications involving sharp objects, abrasive materials, or high-impact loads. By reducing the risk of belt failure, ripstop belts increase uptime, reduce maintenance costs, and improve operational efficiency in demanding industrial sectors.