Perforated Steel Belts Improve Efficiency in Blood Filter Production
Machine Efficiencies in the Upper-90% Range Achieved
Agawam, MA - April 19, 2011.... Belt Technologies has developed a perforated stainless steel belt that has significantly improved production efficiency for a leading manufacturer of advanced technologies in the separation of liquids, solids, and gases. The belt, used to transport pre-coated blood filter elements through a forced hot air drying chamber, has streamlined the production process and helped Porous Media Corporation of St. Paul, MN achieve machine efficiencies in the 96-98% range.
The belt's large perforations allow for the maximum amount of airflow through an upper and lower belt, resulting in complete drying of the liquid coating solution. Its seamless non-stretch surface eliminates the threat of particulate debris being introduced into the manufacturing environment, while allowing for a complete "clean and place" process, which cannot be done effectively with other belting materials. A cycled belt cleaning operation can be performed simultaneously with the production of the filters, eliminating the need for stoppages and resulting in machine efficiencies in the upper 90% range. The product's non-stretch properties result in better positioning and increased accuracy.
For more information on this and other Belt Technologies products, call 413-786-9922 or access the company's website at www.metalbelts.com.
Belt Technologies designs and manufactures belt conveyors for wide ranging applications in the automation, electronics, packaging, food processing, medical device, tobacco, and aerospace markets.
Contact: Jean Francis
Sales Assistant
Belt Technologies
(413) 786-9922
Tony Ieraci
AIM Marketing Communications
(413) 301-6843
