Continental launches VersaFlex single-ply conveyor belt, delivering strength, flexibility, and uptime for above-ground mining
Published by Jody Dodgson,
Editorial Assistant
Global Mining Review,
“VersaFlex is built around reliable performance that drives uptime and lowers total cost of ownership, the one thing our customers value most,” said, Joe Cochran, Head of Product Management - Conveying Solutions, Industrial Solutions Americas, ContiTech. “With exceptional rip and tear resistance, a high-strength vulcanised splice, and a lightweight carcass, this belt proves we can deliver strength and efficiency in a single-ply solution. At ContiTech, our vision is to be the first choice for material-driven solutions, providing mutual value creation opportunities with our customers through material expertise, innovation, total solutions, and long-term partnership.”
High strength and performance you can depend on
VersaFlex features an optimised finger splice design, creating superior vulcanised splice strength. The design is also mechanical fastener capable that offers added versatility in the field.
The belt, which is engineered for demanding operations, delivers rip and tear resistance with a lightweight carcass, and exceeds many multi-ply constructions operating in the same tension class. The VersaFlex single-ply product will be offered in ratings from 220 PIW to 550 PIW with a broad range of cover compounds to meet varying application and performance needs.
Enhanced efficiency and flexibility to maximise uptime
The versatile single-ply design is suitable for a wide range of above-ground mining applications and allows operators to tailor performance to their specific requirements.
By combining durability, adaptability, and ContiTech’s industry-leading service and support, VersaFlex reduces customers’ total cost of ownership and helps to minimise downtime and maintenance demands.
Read the article online at: https://www.globalminingreview.com/mining/06052026/continental-launches-versaflex-single-ply-conveyor-belt-delivering-strength-flexibility-and-uptime-for-above-ground-mining/
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