by Belt Technologies | Apr 19, 2022 | Blog
When it comes to conveying, suction is an ideal method for keeping small, lightweight parts in place—but how does it work on a production line? Our vacuum conveyors consist of PureSteel® perforated metal belts, a vacuum box, or plenum, and a vacuum pump that pulls air...
by Belt Technologies | Mar 9, 2022 | Blog
Walk down the frozen food aisle at any supermarket, and you’re sure to see a wide variety of options, from prepackaged pizzas, to individually wrapped burritos and even bags of vegetables. Without a doubt, heating up frozen food is much more convenient and less...
by Belt Technologies | Feb 1, 2022 | Blog
While it has existed in some form for decades, 3D printing has emerged as an important and groundbreaking technology with near-limitless applications from manufacturing to medicine to aerospace and beyond. The process allows manufacturers to construct complex parts...
by Belt Technologies | Jan 11, 2022 | Blog
In post-medieval Europe, laypeople and physicians sought out apothecaries for medicine. Responsible for formulating and selling their own drugs, these professionals were skilled chemists with a penchant for healing. Since then, apothecaries have evolved into the...
by Belt Technologies | Dec 13, 2021 | Blog
Here’s a startling statistic: approximately 48 million people become sick from contaminated food each year, and an estimated 3,000 of those people die. But it’s not just a handful of illnesses at the source—there are actually more than 250 diseases that are spread...
by Belt Technologies | Nov 3, 2021 | Blog
From food processing to robotics, many industries rely on conveyor systems to accomplish their manufacturing goals. Belts are such a key component to conveyor systems that even the material they are made from can make or break the accuracy, durability and cleanliness...
