Overview
Conveyor belt plastics are used to reduce friction, manage wear, and protect conveyor systems in industrial and material-handling environments.
We manufacture conveyor wear components to customer drawings and specifications, supplying plastic parts ready for installation. These components are commonly used to replace steel or rubber parts to reduce noise, wear, and maintenance downtime.
Custom Manufactured Conveyor Components
Conveyor systems vary significantly in size, speed, load, and environment. As a result, conveyor plastics are typically custom made, not off-the-shelf.
We manufacture conveyor components from:
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CAD files (DXF, DWG, STEP)
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Marked-up drawings or PDFs
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Site measurements or sketches
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Existing components for replacement
Parts can be supplied as one-off replacements or repeat production runs.
Typical Conveyor Applications
Plastic conveyor components are commonly used for:
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Conveyor bed liners
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Wear strips and slide rails
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Chain and belt guides
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Side rails and impact zones
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Transfer points and support surfaces
They are widely used across manufacturing, food processing, logistics, mining, and warehousing operations.
Key Performance Requirements
Material selection depends on conveyor conditions, including:
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Continuous sliding wear
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Load and impact forces
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Speed and friction requirements
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Exposure to moisture, chemicals, or debris
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Noise reduction and vibration control
Correct material selection significantly extends conveyor life and reduces maintenance.
Recommended Materials for Conveyor Belt Plastics
UHMWPE
Conveyor bed liners, Slide rails, High-speed or high-cycle conveyors
HDPE
Light to medium-duty conveyors, Guide rails and liners
Acetal
Precision guides, Roller and chain supports, Machined conveyor components
UHMWPE
Conveyor bed liners, Slide rails, High-speed or high-cycle conveyors
HDPE
Light to medium-duty conveyors, Guide rails and liners
Acetal
Precision guides, Roller and chain supports, Machined conveyor components
Material Selection Summary
For most conveyor systems, UHMWPE is the preferred starting point.
Popular Conveyor Belt Plastics
Manufacturing & Fabrication Services
Conveyor components are typically supplied fully machined to suit mounting points, profiles, and tolerances.
CNC Machining
CNC machining is the primary method used to manufacture conveyor plastics.
Used for
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Wear strip profiles
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Fixing holes and slots
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Countersunk fasteners
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Long-length components
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Repeatable production runs
Laser Cutting
Laser cutting may be suitable for thin conveyor liners or panels where clean edges are required and we can use acrylic.
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Installation Considerations
When installing conveyor plastics, consider:
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Allowance for thermal expansion
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Slotting vs fixed mounting
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Alignment to prevent edge wear
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Ease of replacement during maintenance
Correct installation has a major impact on wear life.
Related Applications
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Safety Screens & Protective Barriers
- Machine Guards
This application is part of our Industrial, Engineering & Wear Components range.
Send Us Your Drawing
If you have drawings, measurements, or an existing conveyor component to replace, we can manufacture plastic conveyor parts to suit your system.
