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F L E X S T E E L
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SUPERIOR STRENGTH, DURABILITY, EASE OF INSTALLATION
FLEXSTEEL:
A TECHNICALLY SUPERIOR PRODUCT
FLEXSTEEL
Goodyear Engineered Products Flexsteel conveyor belting has provided maximum protection against
pounding and abuse in some of the world’s largest and most demanding applications. Flexsteel belting is
the only choice when extremely high tensions are present, having proven itself on copper and oil sands system
operations at 6000 PIW (ST7000) tension.
Flexsteel is also the preferred belt on long overlands and short Stacker systems where minimum belt elongation
is a critical design consideration. Flexsteel’s steel cord reinforcement elongates a maximum of .25% at rated
tension, allowing for acceptable take-up travel design on long overlands, as well as short Stacker/Reclaimer
systems.
We have the capability to manufacture Flexsteel belts in long lengths up to 168" (4.2m) roll diameters, or 50 short
ton (45.4 M.T.) rolls at some production locations. This allows for the minimum number of splices or joints in a
conveyor system, which facilitates faster installation while providing a more reliable system. Specialized oblong
packaging is available to further maximize belt lengths.
Additional time can be saved during installation by using another Flexsteel innovation, Preform
™
Splice kits.
Preform is a pre-grooved form that simplifies splicing by allowing you to “sandwich” the cables coming from
either side between the formed rubber. Not only is the process of splicing made easier, but the belt itself is
made stronger.
You can depend on Flexsteel steel cord belts to be precisely engineered to meet rigorous manufacturing
standards. Rely on Flexsteel for strength, durability and ease of installation.
Generations of our engineers have been involved for over 65 years in the design and application of Flexsteel
conveyor belting. This cumulative experience translates into state-of-the-art technology, assuring superior
product design, and maximum performance for our customers.
There are three component parts to Flexsteel belting, each one critical to belt performance:
ZINC GALVANIZED STEEL CORD:
Flexsteel belts are designed by selecting cord construction to provide the best specification for a particular
application. The cords, made up of many wire filaments, are constructed to provide high flexibility, low
elongation, and to permit efficient and high strength splice designs. The galvanized zinc coating produces
a bonding agent between the cord and insulation gum and provides an important barrier against corrosion.
INSULATION GUM (CORE RUBBER):
Extensive rubber compounding technology has enabled Flexsteel engineers to develop a superior insulation gum
bonding rubber, which penetrates and adheres to the steel cords. The result is excellent adhesions, corrosion
resistance and splice efficiencies.
OUTER RUBBER COVERS:
The advanced compounds in Flexsteel’s top and bottom covers are designed to protect the steel cord strength
member against the abusive environmental conditions prevalent in most conveying applications. Compounds are
available to withstand abrasion, jagged cutting and gouging, high impact, sub-zero temperatures, moderate heat,
hardening effects of ozone attack and fire propagation. Special service compounds are available for unique
applications, such as the oil sands in Canada, which require a compound that withstands both low
temperatures and oil.