Industries and Applications

Industries and Applications

Transport technologies for various industries

Conveyor systems and process belts are key components in automated production lines. Precise movement, product stability and operational continuity are essential to ensure efficiency and reliability in industrial processes.

Tecnobelt supplies conveyor belts, timing belts and components for handling systems, designed to integrate seamlessly into automated machinery and production lines.
Solutions are selected and configured according to the application sector, operating conditions and the characteristics of the materials being handled.

Thanks to the combination of technical expertise and high-performance materials, Tecnobelt supports a wide range of industrial sectors.

Hygiene

TECNOBELT develops and supplies timing belts and technical conveyor belts designed to meet the specific requirements of production lines in the hygiene sector, which manufacture nappies, sanitary towels, adult nappies and absorbent pads.
The solutions offered are designed to ensure precise synchronisation, product stability and operational continuity, even in high-speed production lines, where reliability and transport quality are fundamental factors.

Mesh belts for product forming

TECNOBELT manufactures mesh belts used in the formation and distribution of absorbent materials, where high suction capacity and stable airflow are required.
These belts are designed to ensure:

  • High air permeability for effective fluff extraction
  • Dimensional stability and tracking accuracy
  • Wear resistance and long service life, even under demanding conditions
  • Customised solutions available to meet specific production line requirements

Perforated conveyor belts for material handling and vacuum applications

The range includes perforated conveyor belts designed for vacuum-assisted conveying systems, used for the controlled transfer of products between different processing stations.
Key features include:

  • Custom drill holes to specific diameters, pitches and geometries
  • High-precision coupling with extraction systems
  • Technical materials resistant to wear and deformation
  • Excellent stability during high-speed operation

Perforated timing belts, with or without a non-stick coating

TECNOBELT manufactures perforated timing belts, with the option of applying non-stick (anti-adhesive) silicone coatings to the back, making them ideal for applications involving hot-melt adhesives.
These solutions guarantee:

  • Perfect product synchronisation
  • Compatibility with vacuum systems via dedicated ports
  • Reduced glue build-up thanks to non-stick coatings
  • High precision even during continuous high-frequency cycles

Belts and straps for product folding

For the product folding and forming stages, TECNOBELT supplies belts and straps with high-grip coatings, designed to maintain control of the product during folding operations.
The solutions include:

  • High-friction coatings
  • Surfaces resistant to wear and mechanical stress
  • Customised configurations to suit specific bending geometries
  • Excellent stability even with light and flexible products

Tapes and straps for final packaging

For the transport and final packaging stages, TECNOBELT offers high-precision belts and conveyor belts, designed to ensure a constant and reliable flow right through to the packaging stage.
Key features include:

  • High resistance to wear and fatigue
  • Quiet and stable operation
  • Fully customisable to suit the system’s requirements

Food

TECNOBELT designs and manufactures conveyor belts and belts for the food industry, engineered to ensure maximum reliability, food safety and uninterrupted production in processing and packaging lines.

Our solutions are successfully used in production lines for fresh and dried pasta, sweets, snacks, baked goods, confectionery, vegetables and other food products, where high standards of hygiene, durability and handling precision are required.
We offer a comprehensive range of conveyor belts and timing belts with food-grade coatings, manufactured from FDA- and EU-certified materials, designed to withstand oils, fats, sugars and frequent washing cycles.

TECNOBELT is also able to supply polyurethane belts with antimicrobial properties that are detectable by metal detectors; these are also available in a version combining both properties.
This solution represents a genuine innovation for the food industry, helping to further enhance hygiene standards and protection against accidental contamination along the production line.

For synchronised stepper motion applications, TECNOBELT offers blue, FDA-compliant timing belts with protected teeth, available in widths up to 150 mm, ideal for ensuring positioning accuracy and maximum hygiene.
For widths exceeding 150 mm or where small pulley diameters are required, we supply belts with teeth welded to the running side, available with one or more parallel rows of teeth, up to widths of 1200 mm – a solution particularly suited to synchronised motion on wide belts or those with complex geometries. For high-temperature applications, such as drying and baking ovens,

TECNOBELT supplies Kevlar/PTFE mesh belts, designed to ensure excellent dimensional stability, high heat resistance and excellent non-stick properties.
Alternatively, for applications requiring lightness, flexibility and good process stability, polyester mesh belts with sealed edges are also available, ideal for conveyor lines and drying processes where it is essential to prevent fraying and ensure a longer service life.

For local customers, TECNOBELT also offers an on-site conveyor belt welding service,
which eliminates the need to dismantle the machinery and significantly reduces line downtime, with clear benefits in terms of efficiency and production continuity.
Key solutions available include:

  • Conveyor belts for foodstuffs: smooth, textured or perforated
  • Timing belts with food-grade coatings (PU, silicone, PVC, food-grade rubber)
  • Belts for cooling, forming and packaging lines
  • Antimicrobial and/or metal-detectable polyurethane tapes
  • timingbelts with blue FDA-approved tooth protection for synchronised movement, up to 150 mm wide
  • Belts with single or multiple welded teeth on the running side, up to 1200 mm wide
  • Belts with profiles, cleats and side guides for controlled product handling
  • On-site tape welding service at the customer’s premises
  • Tailor-made solutions to meet specific production requirements

Thanks to its extensive experience in the sector and ongoing research into materials, TECNOBELT is able to provide reliable, bespoke solutions, helping to improve the efficiency, safety and hygiene of food production lines.

Pharmaceutical

In the pharmaceutical sector, where precision, reliability and process cleanliness are essential requirements, TECNOBELT develops and supplies timing belts and conveyor belts designed to ensure synchronised, safe and consistent handling in automated production and packaging lines.

Our solutions are designed to meet the needs of modern pharmaceutical production lines, such as filling machines, blister packers, cartoning machines and case packers, ensuring precise product handling, reduced waste and operational continuity even during high-speed production runs.

The TECNOBELT range includes timing belts for synchronised transport, ideal for applications requiring the accurate positioning of bottles, blister packs, vials and packages. These systems allow for perfect synchronisation with mechanical components and automated systems, ensuring repeatability and precision throughout the production line.
For guided handling and controlled transport applications, we manufacture timing belts with cleats, available with either welded cleats or cleats fitted mechanically via false teeth. This solution offers great design flexibility, allowing the transport system to be adapted to the specific requirements of the product and the machine layout.

To minimise downtime and simplify maintenance operations, TECNOBELT also supplies timing belts with pin joints, designed for quick installation directly on the machinery without the need to dismantle any machine components. This solution is particularly valued in high-throughput pharmaceutical production lines, where minimising downtime is a strategic priority.
The belts can be fitted with specific technical coatings, including anti-adhesive silicone, which is ideal for preventing adhesives and sticky materials from adhering during packaging processes. Foam rubber coatings are also available, used for labelling machines and the gentle handling of sensitive products, as well as high-friction rubber, particularly suitable for case packers, box-sealing systems and secondary packaging lines, where a secure grip and stable transport of the product must be ensured.

TECNOBELT belts and conveyors offer a reliable solution for all pharmaceutical handling and packaging applications, ensuring precision, reliability and uninterrupted production on modern automated lines.

Paper & converting

TECNOBELT develops and supplies conveyor belts and belts for the paper industry, designed to ensure precision, reliability and operational continuity in production and processing lines for paper, cardboard and packaging.

Our solutions are used in printing, die-cutting, folding and gluing, and packaging lines, where it is essential to ensure stable sheet transport, synchronised movements and protection of the finished product.

Thanks to a wide range of materials and manufacturing processes, TECNOBELT is able to offer highly customised solutions designed to improve production performance and reduce machine downtime.

Main solutions available:

  • PVC conveyor belts
    Available in smooth or textured versions, they offer excellent wear resistance and reliability in continuous handling processes.
  • High-performance elastomer belts and straps
    Ideal for high-stress applications, they ensure durability, grip and stability even under demanding operating conditions.
  • Process belts with special coatings
    Customised solutions featuring rubber, sponge or thermoplastic coatings, designed to protect delicate products and optimise traction.
  • Coated timing belts
    They ensure maximum synchronisation combined with specific coatings for precision applications in packaging and material handling.
  • Special processing (drilling and slotting)
    We carry out circular drilling and slotting for vacuum systems, which are essential for securely holding the sheet in place during processing.
  • Belting with cleats
    Designed for synchronised transport and product separation, available with welded cleats or mechanically fitted cleats with guide teeth, for maximum versatility and grip.
  • Rubber-coated polyester straps and belts
    Fitted with quick-connect couplings, ideal for drastically reducing machine downtime during maintenance operations.
  • Fold-and-glue belts
    A key component in box production: they ensure precise feeding, high resistance to the chemicals in adhesives and leave no marks on the product.
  • Kevlar/PTFE mesh belts
    Designed specifically for UV ovens and drying tunnels, these belts combine aramid fibre (Kevlar) with a PTFE coating to offer high heat resistance, dimensional stability and non-stick properties.

Packaging

In the packaging sector, precision and reliability are essential. TECNOBELT offers a comprehensive range of conveyor belts and technical belts designed to optimise every stage of the packaging process, from primary conveyance to end-of-line logistics.

Our Product Range

● Synchronised and Precision Conveying:
o Extra-wide polyurethane timing belts: Wide-band solutions that combine the precision of synchronous transmission with high load-bearing capacity.
o Timing belts: For perfect synchronisation and total control of the production cycle.
o Coated Timing Belts: A wide range of technical coatings to adjust friction according to the material being processed.

● Packaging Specialists:
o Belts for Vertical Form-Fill-Seal (VFFS) Machines: Film drive belts optimised to ensure consistent film feed.
o Process Belts for Labelling Machines: Specialised coatings to ensure maximum precision during labelling.

● Special Applications and Customisations:
o Vacuum Systems: Belts and conveyors with circular and slotted perforations for holding the product in place via suction.
o Compartment Conveying: Belts and tapes (including extra-wide versions) with welded or mechanically fitted cleats via false teeth, ideal for inclined conveying.
o High-Performance Elastomers: For applications requiring the highest levels of resilience and abrasion resistance.

● Conveyor Belts and Curved Systems:
o PVC (Smooth and Textured): Versatile for general-purpose conveying, with surfaces designed to provide the right level of grip.
o Polyurethane (PU): Superior resistance to oils, greases and mechanical stress.
o Curved Belts: Solutions designed for smooth changes of direction, optimising space in the line layout and ensuring product stability during transit.

● Modular Systems and Conveyor Chains:
o Modular Belts: Robust, self-draining and easy-to-maintain solutions for complex configurations.
o Custom-designed Conveyor Chains: Bespoke designs based on the customer’s technical specifications to meet unique conveying requirements.

Automated Warehouses and Intralogistics

TECNOBELT supplies high-performance conveyor belts and belts designed for industrial automation, automated warehouses and intralogistics systems, where precision, reliability and energy efficiency are essential requirements.

The range includes:

● Polyurethane timing and flat belts, available in open-ended and endless Flex versions, ideal for linear and robotic handling systems
High-performance rubber timing belts, for heavy-duty and high-dynamic applications
Timing belts with rubber and polyurethane coatings, to improve grip, wear resistance and adaptability to the product
Energy-efficient conveyor belts, designed for the efficient handling of goods within automated warehouses, logistics centres and sorting systems
Fire-retardant belts, compliant with safety requirements for industrial and logistics environments

TECNOBELT solutions are designed to ensure:

● High positioning accuracy and synchronisation in automated systems
● Reduced energy consumption and operating costs
● Quiet and reliable operation, even in continuous cycles
● Maximum safety and compliance with current regulations

Thanks to its bespoke customisation options and the use of technologically advanced materials, TECNOBELT is the ideal partner for optimising the performance of modern intralogistics and robotic automation systems, helping to improve the overall efficiency and sustainability of these facilities.

Rely on those who understand movement

Tecnobelt is the ideal partner for anyone seeking precision, reliability and bespoke solutions in the field of industrial handling.
Please contact us for advice or a tailor-made quote.