What sets Shingle Belting apart from the competition?
- Made in the USA is more than just a catch phrase. By manufacturing our products here in the US we have greater control over quality and lead times so that our customers receive the best service in the industry
- Our company prides itself on servicing our customers on a more personal level to ensure that the entire process from design to manufacturing to implementation is seamless
- Because of our size we offer flexibility and quick turn-around time while maintaining consistent quality
- Our Extruded Profiles offer a wide range of solutions. Custom shapes, colors, and special resins are available and can be designed and implemented quickly.
- Shingle Nycor products can be produced with very short lead times and in less than slab quantities for prototyping purposes.
- The cements that we produce in-house for our Nycor products ensure maximum belt and splice adhesion.
- With over 40 years of experience Shingle Belting
What makes Polyflex Drive better than other positive drive belts?
Polyflex DRIVE’s Deeper tooth design provides optimum sprocket engagement for maximum drive. We have also engineered the manufacturing process so that sink marks on Polyflex DRIVE are minimized which improves its clean-ability.
Does Shingle offer any products that are made without a splice?
Shingle's Tren series of truly endless rubber and thermoplastic belting are manufactured without a splice. These belts are used in the wire & plastic extrusion industries on caterpullers & linear capstans on haul-off units; for tube winding applications in the spiral tube industry; on separator equipment as desinewing belts; and many other specialty applications.
Do you have any suggestions for improving my Profile Extrusion splice?
- The heat paddle should not have product build-up on it, which causes splice contamination & failure.
- When closing the joiner, do not apply too much pressure as this can cause the molten material to squeeze out thus reducing bond strength.
- Do not apply too little pressure to the joiner as this results in decreased flash around the splice and splice failure
- Check your welder occasionally as decreased voltage due to long extension cords or other electrical problems that lower heat paddle temperature can prevent it from reaching the required melt temperature.
What are the advantages of Polyflex over traditional plied belting?
- Polyflex's homogeneous construction maximizes hygiene as it is easily cleaned, thereby reducing potential bacteria build-up
- The non-reinforced versions have no fabric to string/delaminate which eliminates potential product contamination
- It is easily repaired, eliminating costly belt replacements
- The splice tools are simple, lightweight/portable; low profile; and inexpensive compared to bulky, time-consuming vulcanizers
- The splice technique is very fast for "zero" downtime
How much tension should Polyflex Drive positive drive belting be run under?
Polyflex DRIVE runs without tension. Catenary sag on the underside is employed to optimize belt pull. This design feature reduces stress on conveyor components such as bearings and shafts and increases belt and conveyor life.
What are some of the keys to properly tracking a conveyor belt?
- The splice should be square and aligned properly.
- The conveyor frame must be aligned and on plain with the floor.
- Make sure the end pulleys and idlers are square.
- Material should be loaded evenly across the belt and not on one side.
How can we maximize cover life on our SG nylon core belt?
- Avoid excessive heat as this can cause the rubber cover to crack (see the Nycor Catalog for temperature ratings).
- Follow the belt's minimum pulley rating.
How can I maximize the performance of my un-reinforced Polyflex belting?
- Polyflex belting must be pre-tensioned at a minimum of 1 % tension during installation (see pretension guidelines in the Thermoplastic Catalog).
- Stay within the recommendation temperature guidelines.
- Consult the factory to make sure your Polyflex compound meets your application requirements.
What can I do to extend the life of my nylon core cone pulley belt?
- Use the proper width belt. When edge cracks occur it is often due to edge fatigue caused by excessive stress from using too wide of a belt. Always use the narrowest belt possible that will deliver the proper HP.
- Make sure your shifters are in good operating condition. Edge wear can result from poor shifters or the belt riding too hard on the shifter.
- Be sure that the splicing instructions are being followed properly.
- Check your adhesives to make sure they have not passed their shelf life.
What are some of the keys to extending belt splice life?
- Make sure the pulleys are not too small. Check the minimum pulley diameters in the appropriate catalog.
- Do not overload the belt with product, torque or excessive tension.
- Be sure that the splicing instructions are being followed properly.
- Check your adhesives to make sure they have not passed their shelf life.
Who can help me with belt installations?
We offer complete field installation services for customers around the country.
What do we do if a belt breaks in the middle of the night?
Our service technicians are on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Simply call 800-345-6294 for the emergency contact information and someone will help you right away.
What are the advantages of Polyflex Drive over modular plastic belting?
Like modular plastic belting Polyflex Drive can be driven by sprockets. In fact, Polyflex Drive can be dropped right into conveyors designed for modular belting. Polyflex Drive’s homogeneous construction and integrally molded teeth, however, make it much easier to clean and can reduce water and detergent consumption up to 70%.