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BEST PRACTICE NO. 6
Use the specified step, finger, and bias lengths.
When step lengths are shortened to accommodate vulcanizers that are not large enough for the job, splice strength and
integrity is severely reduced. Reputable splicers will always use the step lengths specified by the “Conveyor Belt Splicing
Manual” or custom specifications supplied by Goodyear Engineered Products. It is recommended to cure the entire
belt splice in one heat; multiple heats can be used as long as the cover fill-in strip area is completely cured in one heat.
It is also recommended that pans are used at the top and bottom platens when multiple heats are needed. The pans
and edge guides must cover the entire length of the platens and extend the length of the splice.
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