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News Release from: Belt Technologies Europe | Subject: Perforated steel belts
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 25 December 2003
Perforated belts offer applications
flexibility
To enhance performance of its steel belts, Belt Technologies can design in perforations that modify the structure.
To enhance performance of its steel belts, Belt Technologies can design in perforations that modify the structure These can provide operational benefits and suit the belts to precision indexing and precise timing applications that demand high-performance repeatability
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 5 Feb 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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Perforations can range from specifically sized holes at set locations throughout the belt, to random "open air" patterns in common in commercial product dryer systems.
Virtually any shape can be cut into the steel belt surface and the use of vacuum pressure from beneath the belt will hold parts in place.
Typical applications include vibratory feeders, pick and place actuators, robotic arms, linear motion systems and automated assembly and inspection.
Steel belts feature a high strength-to-weight ratio that is advantageous in applications where high strength and light weight are required.
With their durability properties, steel belts can withstand sustained exposure to extremes of temperature and hostile environments.
The belts can be made from a variety of alloys, each with its own resistance to chemicals, humidity and corrosion.
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