What type of conveyor belt is more suitable for food transportation?

What type of conveyor belt is more suitable for food transportation?

In the food production process, food safety must be guaranteed, so in food production, food transportation and production safety is also an important link.

In food transportation, light conveyor belts are commonly used. Among light conveyor belts, PVC conveyor belts and PU conveyor belts are generally used. PVC conveyor belts and PU conveyor belts are both industrial conveyor belts, but their The difference lies in the ingredients. The rubber surface material of PVC conveyor belt is polyvinyl chloride, while the raw material of PU conveyor belt is polyurethane, which complies with food hygiene standards and can be in direct contact with food. It has a moderate color and no odor.

So how to correctly choose the conveyor belt suitable for transportation?

If food is transported, such as candy, pasta, meat, seafood, baked goods, etc., the first choice is PU conveyor belt.

Here’s why:

1. The PU conveyor belt is made of polyurethane (PU) as the surface, which is transparent, clean, non-toxic and odorless, and can be in direct contact with food.

2. PU conveyor belt has the characteristics of oil resistance, water resistance and cutting resistance. The belt body is thin, has good toughness and is resistant to tensile lifting.

3. Comply with FDA food grade certification

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