What is a conveyor belt?

The transmission system is a mechanism that minimizes manpower in allocation and transfer. Conveyor belts are the most important means of transportation for long-distance horizontal or inclined transportation of solid materials

Using two rotating pulleys to move materials, these conveyor belt systems can consist of an infinite number of hooks, gears, buckets, and large rubber belts.

In addition to moving belts, fixed purpose conveyor belts are also produced according to the preferences of the enterprise. The mobile conveyor belt is equipped with wheels and can be easily moved to any desired position. They also have an adjustable mechanism for tilted areas.

In addition to being used in many fields, such as material transportation, loading, unloading, storage, and retrieval from inventory, conveyor belts are also widely used in daily life from industry to airports.

History of conveyor belts

The revolution in the development of these mechanical tools usually comes from the manufacturing of higher quality and usable belt materials. In the early days, conveyor belts were made of leather using the strength of slopes.

By the end of the 18th century, the oldest sliding belt used to add agricultural products to ships was transported manually on wooden beds. Later, in the history of conveyor journeys, engine power and gravity provided motion. As in every field, these machines began to make technological progress with the Industrial Revolution. The first steel tape measure was introduced in Sweden in 1901.

The first modern development today began in the 1970s with the application of plastics in tape manufacturing. Nowadays, with the introduction of nanotechnology, this industry has reached its peak.

Conveyor system selection factors

The conveyor belt in contact with the product of the closed circuit system is the most important material to consider when creating the conveyor system. The material of the tape used depends on the characteristics of the product used. The material of the conveyor belt can be fabric, rubber, leather, metal, or thermoplastic. On the other hand, the size and weight of the belt are very important. For more detailed information on conveyor belt selection criteria, you can browse our topic "Types of conveyor belts and their applications"

The benefits of using a conveyor belt system

The conveyor belt system is an indispensable mechanical equipment, which is cheap, convenient to use, and has a wide range of applications, from small objects to large industrial products.

The benefits of having a conveyor belt;

High transmission flow,

Very low energy demand,

Low investment,

Low service cost,

Stable and trouble free product transportation,

It is easy to use,

Fewer manpower and higher productivity

Continuity