Use the filters at the left to refine your results and find the mechanical belt fastening system that is best suited to your application. Installation methods vary from machine application to using hand tools, and the fasteners are available in a variety of metals, plastics, and in some cases, food-grade materials.Ĭhoosing the proper mechanical belt fastening system is one of the most important steps in splicing a belt. In light-duty applications like agriculture, parcel handling, food, and laundry, fasteners are available in hook and lacing styles, are installed into both ends of the belt, and are joined together with a hinge pin. Selection Calculator Light-Duty Belt Fastener Types These fasteners are installed into the belt using bolts, rivets, or staples (depending on belt type and application) and are available in a variety of metals.
Solid plate fasteners are used with larger pulleys and for applications that require a sift-free splice. Solid plate fasteners consist of one plate that is installed into both ends of the belt and fastened together. Hinged plate fasteners, often used with small pulleys, are installed into each end of the belt and then joined together and held in place with a pin. In heavy-duty applications like coal, cement, mining, and aggregate, there are two main belt fastener types: Hinged Plate and Solid Plate. Mechanical belt fasteners combine strength and durability with affordability and easy installation. Mechanical Belt Fastening involves the use of mechanical belt fasteners (also called conveyor belt lacing). The vulcanization of heavy-duty conveyor belts – whether hot or cold-is a time-consuming process that requires special skills, expensive equipment, extreme accuracy in the cutting and stripping of belt ends, and a thorough knowledge of solvents, bonding materials, and compatible cover and fill materials. Vulcanization is the process of joining belt ends through heat or chemicals. Mechanical Belt Fastening is the process of joining conveyor belt ends by metal hinges or plates. Most belt conveyor operations rely on one or both common methods of splicing: mechanical belt fastening or vulcanization. Alligator® Staple Quick Fix Conveyor Belt Fasteners. No matter what you’re moving, minimizing downtime and maximizing output are always top priorities-and they can be significantly affected by the way you splice your conveyor belts. Size 1 is ideal for systems with a PIW of 45 (7.8 kN/m) and belt thicknesses ranging from 1/16-3/32 (1.6 mm-2.4 mm).