Flat Flex Conveyor Belts
Food Grade Flat Flex Wire Conveyor Belts Large Open Area Easy To Clean
Flat Flex Conveyor Belts, also known as Rod Network Conveyor Belts or Enrober Conveyor Belts, are a type of conveyor belt commonly used in various industries for conveying, baking, drying, cooling, and other processes.
These belts are constructed using several loop wires that are linked together to form a flat, flexible mesh. The looped design provides a large open area, allowing for efficient air circulation, heat transfer, maximum environmental contact and dewatering and de-oiling.
With over 80 years of experience in a variety of industries, Flat Flex conveyor belts are a proven and reliable solution for processors in a variety of industries.
Specification
| Materials | Galvanized steels, Common spring steel, SS 304, SS 316 |
| Wire diameter | 0.9 mm – 4.0 mm |
| Pitch | 4.0 mm – 25 mm |
| Belt width | 28 mm to 4500 mm |
| Open area | 67.0% – 86% |
| Working temperature | Up to max 350°C |
Belt Types
Standard Flat Flex Conveyor Belts
Standard flat flex conveyor belts feature evenly spaced openings of consistent size. The straightforward design ensures dependable conveyance of diverse small products while facilitating straightforward maintenance and repair. The open mesh structure enhances the conveyor belt's heat, air, and liquid permeability, promoting hygienic conditions.
Reinforced Flat Flex Conveyor Belts
Crafted for challenging, medium-duty applications, Reinforced Flat Flex Conveyor Belts offer enhanced strength and support. The unique design of these belts, featuring smaller spaces, increases the number of joints across the belt's width, thereby boosting its overall strength. This distinctive design also facilitates superior distribution of product weight, effectively reducing metal fatigue and extending the lifespan of the belt.
Turn Curve Flat Flex Conveyor Belts
Turn Curve Flat Flex Conveyor Belts are offered in 45 and 180 degree turns, available in standard sizes. These belts gently guide products around corners during processing, ensuring proper alignment and spacing. They provide the tightest level transfer and the smallest inside turning radius achievable. The smooth handling of products minimizes the risk of damage to delicate items.
Specialty Flat Flex Conveyor Belts
Tailored for applications demanding unique handling and belt configurations, Specialty Flat Flex Conveyor Belts are ideal for intricate processes. If your operations involve intricate products or specialized requirements, such as navigating steep slopes, maintaining product separation, reducing touch points, or aligning products in rows, specialized conveyors become essential. Specialty these belts can be meticulously customized and manufactured to precisely match the specifications of your unique application.
Specialty flat flex conveyor belts with points are characterized by extended points, humps or troughs for positioning, separating and guiding products.
Edge Availability
C-shaped Edge
The incorporation of a C-shaped loop edge serves to prevent catching during both the installation and operation phases of your conveyor belt. The C-shaped loop edge is applicable to all variations of flat flex conveyor belts and effectively reduces the likelihood of catching and tangling at the belt edge.
Single Loop Edge
Single loop edges represent the most prevalent belt edge finish and serve as the default standard for wire diameters of 1.27mm and above.
Double Loop Edge
The inside loop edges of double loop edges are usually specially designed for sprockets and is used for coated enrober belts.
Common Specifications of Standard Flat Flex Conveyor Belts
| Pitch (mm) | Wire Diameter (mm) | Typical open area (%) | Edge Availability | ||
| Single Loop Edge | Double Loop Edge | C Cure Edge | |||
| 4.24 | 0.9 | 77 | • | • | |
| 4.3 | 1.27 | 67 | • | ||
| 5.5 | 1 | 79 | • | • | |
| 5.5 | 1.27 | 73 | • | • | |
| 5.6 | 1 | 79.5 | • | • | |
| 5.64 | 0.9 | 82 | • | • | |
| 6 | 1.27 | 76 | • | • | |
| 6.35 | 1.27 | 77 | • | • | |
| 6.4 | 1.4 | 76 | • | ||
| 7.26 | 1.27 | 80 | • | • | • |
| 7.26 | 1.6 | 75 | • | • | |
| 9.6 | 2.08 | 75 | • | • | |
| 12 | 1.83 | 81 | • | ||
| 12.7 | 1.83 | 82 | • | • | |
| 12.7 | 2.35 | 78 | • | • | |
| 12.7 | 2.8 | 72 | • | • | |
| 20.32 | 2.35 | 85 | • | ||
| Saree belting manufacturers over 100 pitch and wire diameter specifications. If you cannot find your specific specification in the table above, please consult with our sales for assistance. Custom specification is available if you can’t find the suitable size. | |||||
Common Specifications of Reinforced Flat Flex Conveyor Belts
| Pitch (mm) | Wire Diameter (mm) | Edge Loop Size (mm) | Narrow Space Width (mm) | Minimum Wide Space Width (mm) | Open Area (%) |
| 7.26 | 1.6 | 7 | 22.23 | 50.8 | 71 |
| 12.7 | 1.83 | 7 | 22.23 | 44.45 | 78 |
| 9.6 | 1.83 | 8 | 22.23 | 57.15 | 74 |
| 9.6 | 2.08 | 8 | 25.4 | 82.55 | 72 |
| If you cannot find your specific specification in the table above, please consult with our sales for assistance. Custom specification is available if you can’t find the suitable size. | |||||
Common Specifications of Turn Curve Flat Flex Conveyor Belts
| Wire Diameter (mm) | Pitch Variation Across Width (mm) | Belt Width (mm) | Inside Radius (mm) |
| 1.6 | 6.3 – 11 | 400 – 1000 | 800 |
| 1.83 | 7.5 – 20 | 254 – 1270 | 406 |
| 2.08 | 9.3 – 19 | 381 – 864 | 812 |
| If you cannot find your specific specification in the table above, please consult with our sales for assistance. Custom specification is available if you can’t find the suitable size. | |||
Methods of Drive
Saryee Belting provides an extensive selection of standard sprockets, blanks, and transfer rollers. Additionally, we offer customized manufacturing services to create drive components for both new installations and replacements, tailored to the specific requirements of any designated Flat Flex Conveyor Belt.
Flat Flex Conveyor Belts offer several advantages in various industrial applications:
• Large Open-Mesh Area
These belts feature a significant open-mesh area, often up to 86%, facilitating efficient airflow, heat transfer, and visibility of products being conveyed.
• Easy to Clean
The open-mesh design and single-layer construction make Flat Flex Conveyor Belts easy to clean. They are often designed for clean-in-place (CIP) applications, promoting hygiene and ease of maintenance.
• Positive Drive System
The belts are positively driven by sprockets, ensuring a no-slip operation. This positive drive mechanism contributes to accurate tracking and reduces the risk of misalignment during conveyance.
• Low Belt Mass
The lightweight single-layer construction results in a conveyor belt with very low mass. This not only contributes to energy efficiency but also makes the belt easier to handle during installation and maintenance.
• Small Diameter End Rolls and Drive Rolls
The design allows for the use of smaller diameter end rolls and drive rolls, potentially saving space and reducing equipment footprint.
• Versatility
Flat Flex Conveyor Belts find application in a wide range of processes, including cooling, baking, drying, heating, decorating, battering, and packing machines. Their versatility allows them to be used in different stages of food processing and various industrial processes.
• Customization
Available in various wire diameters, pitches, and belt widths, Flat Flex Conveyor Belts can be customized to specific application requirements. Non-standard dimensions can also be accommodated.
• Curved Belt Option
These belts can be designed for use on both straight conveyors and curve conveyors, providing flexibility in system design.
• Specialty Belt Option
Flat Flex Conveyor Belts can have specially designed extended points, humps or troughs for positioning, separating and guiding product. Used for complex products or processes that require special handling, such as moving products up or down steep slopes, keeping products separated, minimizing contact points, or keeping products aligned in rows, etc.
Flat Flex Conveyor Belts find versatile applications across various industries due to their unique design and features. Some common applications include:
• Food Processing
Cooling, baking, drying, heating, decorating, battering, and packing of food products. Conveying meat, poultry, seafood, baked goods, cereal, candy, and other food items.
• Chocolate Coating
Flat Flex Conveyor Belts are employed in the enrobing machines to smoothly transport products, such as candies, biscuits, or other confections, through the chocolate coating process.
• Electronic Manufacturing
Handling and conveying electronic components, including P.C. board cleaning.
• Industrial Processes
Suitable for conveying and processing materials in industrial settings, such as metalworking and manufacturing.
• Pharmaceuticals
Used in pharmaceutical production for conveying and processing drugs and pharmaceutical products.
• Automotive
Conveying and processing components in automotive manufacturing.
• Textile Industry
Used in textile processes for conveying and processing fabrics and textile materials.
• Architectural Mesh
Utilized for architectural purposes in the creation of decorative mesh elements.
• Specialized Handling
Ideal for processes requiring special handling, such as moving products up or down steep slopes, maintaining product separation, minimizing touch points, or keeping products aligned in rows.
• Custom Applications
Flat Flex Conveyor Belts can be custom-designed and manufactured for specific applications based on unique requirements.
