How to Choose PU & PVC Conveyor Belts from Ammeraal Beltech

With decades of experience in the conveyor industry, we have received countless questions from clients about how to choose the right conveyor belt:
Which belt is suitable for metal detectors? What type works best in high-temperature areas? Which belt performs well in oily environments? Which one ensures good antibacterial properties? What about anti-stick solutions?

If you have similar concerns, feel free to read this article or contact Belota for quick and professional support.

The Importance of Choosing the Right Conveyor Belt

Selecting a conveyor belt is not just a technical decision—it directly impacts operational efficiency and the overall competitiveness of your production system. An inappropriate choice can lead to serious consequences:

Reduced product quality: Incorrect belt specifications may cause scratches, deformation, or interruptions during processing.
Increased operational costs: Trial-and-error with unsuitable belts leads to wasted time and higher expenses.
Production downtime: Unstable conveying systems can cause blockages or unexpected stoppages.
Damage to related equipment: Incompatible belts may result in overload, wear, and damage to other machine components.

Investing in the right conveyor belt from the beginning is a strategic move to optimize performance, control costs, and ensure long-term stability.

How to Choose the Right Conveyor Material from Ammeraal Beltech

PVC Conveyor Belts

Flexam Series

Key features:

Excellent chemical resistance (including chlorine)
Hydrolysis resistant (hot water & steam)
Flame-retardant options (ISO 340)
Suitable for dry food applications
Cost-effective
Available in various hardness levels, profiles, and colors

Applications:

Airports
Packaging
Agriculture, fruits, vegetables, stone, ceramics

Nonex Series

Key features:

High resistance to oil and grease
Food-safe and hygienic
Available in blue and white with various surface structures

Applications:

Food processing (bakery, pharmaceuticals)
Unpacked food handling

Arcon Series

Key features:

High abrasion resistance (ISO 5470-1)
Compliant with EC & FDA standards
Flame-retardant (ISO 340)
Anti-static (ISO 21178)
ATEX explosion protection
Low elongation, edge sealing available

Applications:

Sugar and bulk materials
Horizontal, inclined, and trough conveying

PU Conveyor Belts

Ropanyl & Ropanol SeriesKey features:

Thermoplastic polyurethae coating
Highly flexible even at low temperatures
Excellent resistance to oil and grease
High abrasion resistance
Fully compliant with food safety standards
Available in multiple colors
Premium Plus: anti-fray edges

Applications: Food processing, metal, packaging, wood, textile industries

Special belts:

DuraClean: Anti-stick
Duratemp: High-temperature resistance
Ropan: Heavy-duty, cut-resistant (ceramics, metal)
Ropanyl ESD: Low electrical resistance (electronics industry)

PE / PES Conveyor Belts

Peflex Series

Key features:

Performs well in low-temperature environments
Pyrolysis resistant (non-toxic when burned)
Chemically stable, antibacterial

Applications: Tobacco industry

Amtel Series

Key features:

High abrasion and cut resistance
Hydrolysis and pyrolysis resistant

Applications: Tobacco processing

Other special belts:

Poliflex, Polikleen: Anti-stick, chemical-resistant solutions

Professional Conveyor Consulting & Implementation

To better serve customer needs, Belota offers a wide range of conveyor belt products with ready stock availability. Backed by an experienced team, we are committed to delivering optimal solutions under our core values: “Prestige – Quality – Brand Excellence.”

When choosing Belota, you get: