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Best Practice Number 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 Continental ContiTech custom specifications. 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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Installation, Maintenance & Troubleshooting Guide
Maintenance