Conveyor belt needs to be checked at regular intervals to ensure its smooth functioning. The productivity of the plant depends on the functioning of the conveyor belt. There are a host of products available in the market to keep the conveyor belt in shape. The joints are checked for breaks and damage. There are different kinds of methods and among them conveyor belt vulcanizing is one. There are hot or cold vulcanizing methods to repair the belt damage. The methods are varied and the right method is selected depending on the conveyor belt type.

Vulcanization is a process used to harden rubber for the purpose of repairing and rubber joints. The use of natural and synthetic rubber comes handy in rubber jointing and tapping. Hot vulcanizing method needs a special tool kit and equipment for the heating process. Conveyor belts that are heat resistant are the ideal candidate for hot vulcanizing method. This method is used only on heat resistant belts and is not common among vulcanizing process.

For those conveyor belts that cannot handle the heat embrace cold vulcanizing solutions or cold adhesive. It is an effective method to repair the torn belts. It is used for all types of conveyor belts including rubber. The glue is available for different conveyor belt grades like FR, HR, M-24 and SEHR. Cold vulcanizing is easy to apply and the end result is very effective. The glue is mixed in the right proportion to extend the life of the conveyor belt.

The cold vulcanizing glue is effective and is mixed with hardner solution to improve the adhesiveness of the cold solution. The cold adhesive needs to be used within the prescribed period. Though, the shelf life of a cold adhesive can be upto 1 year.

Vulcanizing solutions are offered by reputed belt repair solution providers yet only a noted few make it to the top and BeltPro is one among them.