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High-Performance Belts Should Include These Features: Common Food Conveyor Belt Applications: View our complete range of products for the bakery and snack processing industry – whether you’re handling dough, cooling baked products, cutting, molding or packaging.

1. Check for product, debris, and buildup Inspecting a conveyor for mechanical and cleanliness issues needs to be a part of your standard preventive maintenance.  The most prevalent source of mistracking is a result of product or basic materials built up on the bottom side of the conveyor belt or…

There are a few simple key considerations to consider when selecting the best belt for your stamping application: One huge advantage for urethane belts is that they are simple to fabricate.   Adding v-guides, capped edges, and even cleats can be easily done due to the thermoplastic nature of most of…

Sparks Mol Super Cleat Belt Sparks Mol invented the Super Cleat belt to eliminate the above problem. As you can see, the cleat is integral to the base of the belt. There are no seams for product or contamination to attack the cleat at the base. These cleats are highly…

In multiple instances, Sparks Mol has switched from a silicone-impregnated monofilament belt or Solid Woven construction with stitching at the splice to a truly endless woven belt. Oven Take-Off conveyors are riddled with challenges when deciding which belt to select. These conveyors feature 3/8” nose rollers or fixed nose bars, very…

Pillow cleat conveyor belts were invented specifically for processing fruits, vegetables, and eggs. Traditional cleats have sharp corners, are rigid, and destroy soft food as they convey it up necessary incline applications. Pillow cleats on the other hand are soft and conform to your product.  They can be placed on…

Two common industry-accepted solutions will maximize your belt life, provide substantial cost savings, improve up-time, and demand less from your maintenance teams. 1. Segmented Urethane V-Guide Segmented Urethane V-Guide Thermoweld V-Guide A segmented urethane guide is cast onto the back of a belt as a liquid and provides a superior…

Cover Conveyor belt manufacturers can manipulate the thickness, texture, and adhesion of a belt cover for a seemingly endless list of features and benefits to end users.  Matte finishes tend to aid in product release while glossier finishes create more of a suction effect.  Pro Tip #1: Lightly brushing the…

For example, managers may ask “Is this economically feasible? Is it a prudent expenditure?”  Maintenance personnel may ask “Will this repair keep us running?” Cost is certainly a consideration, but meeting a production schedule may seem more important. Companies also need to be aware of their policies for repair and replacement—making sure they are not too rigid, as…

Q: What’s the process for replacing a conveyor belt? Q: How should a conveyor belt be stored when not in use?A: When storing a conveyor belt, keep it in the original packaging or under a cover. Make sure the belt is stored in a dark, cool, dry place.  Q: How should I transport…

Because consumers’ taste for baked bread has changed significantly, getting the right belt for the right application is critical to producing high-quality bread. It now takes a variety of bakery belts to handle the production process for a larger variety of bread. White bread consumption is being replaced by whole…

1. Check for product, debris, and buildup Most often the main source of mis-tracking is a result of product or basic materials built up on the bottom side of the conveyor belt or pulleys. Often this pending result can create a crown or raised portion on the pulley which can…

Selecting the right food conveyor belt can help processors improve operations in several areas including: Look for belts that include the following features:  Common Applications: Whether handling dough, cooling baked products, cutting, molding, or packaging, Sparks Mol has a complete range of products for the bakery, biscuit, and snack processing industry. Our…

Environmental and Ingredient Compatibility Conveyor belts need to perform both in the environment and with the ingredients when producing confections. Factors such as heat, moisture, and ingredient consistency need to be considered when selecting the proper belt.  Flexibility When transferring the product between operations, the belts’ ability to flex over a rolling…

  Option 1: Dutchman (or Saddle)  This method involves removing the damaged section of your belt by squaring it at equal distances in both directions away from the damaged area.  Once you remove this section (i.e. ten feet) you can then splice in a new section of the belt with a mechanical fastener or…