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Why Does a Heat-Resistant Conveyor Belt Outlive a Regular Belt in Mining?

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  Hot lime, coke, fly ash, and others are some of the materials that are regularly conveyed in mining. Do you know what they have in common? Their temperature. These high-temperature materials are enough to make your regular conveyor belt age rapidly or break down suddenly. In this case, what can you do? You have to choose a conveyor belt that can outlive such regular belts with its properties and durability. You should go for a heat resistant conveyor belt . Why? Check below! Heat Resistant Conveyor Belt: 6 Reasons Why It Outlives a Regular Belt in Mining Composition A heat-resistant conveyor belt is made of synthetic polymers or rubber compounds having high temperature resistance. These compounds are formulated to remain unaffected by exposure to extremely high temperatures. A heatguard conveyor belt can endure temperatures up to 125 degrees to 150 degrees for lumps. Besides, it can endure temperatures from 100 degrees to 125 degrees for fines. Flexibility Being made of thermall...

What Makes EPDM Rubber Sheet Ideal for Sealing Applications?

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  What comes to your mind when you think of "seals"? A stopper that keeps the leaks out. While most of the sealing materials promise to give these two things, they often fail to keep their promise. However, why not invest in a material that might as well keep your promise? An EPDM rubber sheet , or what you may call an "ideal sealing material," is the most popular choice for the industries for sealing applications.  EPDM Rubber Sheet: Why Industries Choose it Over Other Materials for Sealing? 1) Temperature Resistance An EPDM sheet can endure temperatures ranging from -20 degrees to +120 degrees centigrade. As a result, the EPDM rubber sheeting does not swell or melt in high temperatures. Additionally, it does not become brittle or crack in extremely low temperatures. These rubber sheets can offer effective sealing in conditions where there are extreme temperature fluctuations.   2) Weather Resistance  An EPDM rubber sheet is resistant against high and low tempe...

Top 7 Specs to Check Before Buying Nitrile Rubber Sheets for the Oil & Gas Sector

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Nitrile rubber is popular in the oil and gas sector. It outlives other materials in this sector and continues to deliver extraordinary performance. What makes it so extraordinary? Its specifications! Thus, if you are entrusting your NBR sheets with applications in this sector, you should make sure the specifications meet your requirements. What Specs to Look for While buying Nitrile Rubber Sheets for the Oil & Gas Sector Do the Nitrile rubber sheets have good oil resistance? Yes. Nitrile rubber sheets are resistant to LPG, petrol, diesel and similar oils. Ordinary rubber sheets quickly degrade under the influence of oil and grease. But an NBR rubber sheet has remarkable oil resistance. They pass all the tests that prove their resistance against oils, fuels, greases, and solvents. Hence, they do not get damaged with their exposure. Are they resistant to chemicals? Chemical resistance is important for the oil and gas industry. Make sure the NBR rubber sheet has resistance against ac...

5 Factors that determine the Natural Rubber Sheet price

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  When you are asking for quotations from different manufacturers over a course of time, you will see a change in their pricing. Of course, time plays a role in the change, but do you know what other major factors play a role in determining the natural rubber sheet price? Why Does the Natural Rubber Sheet Fluctuate? Check Out the 5 Key Reasons: 1. Price of Raw Materials The cost of raw natural rubber significantly influences the rubber sheet price. For example, a thick latex sheet costs more. The change in prices may happen due to climate change, yields, demand, and supply. 2. Quality and Grade With higher-quality grades or purity of natural rubber sheets, the price increases. Higher-quality sheets from reputed sources and great specifications increase the natural rubber sheet price . Other factors, such as customization, also increase the price of natural rubberised sheeting. 3. Order Quantity  The quantity of natural rubber sheets you are going to purchase influences the co...

A Guide to Getting Your Electrical Rubber Mat BIS Tested

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  Are your clients requesting a third-party certification for your electrical mats due to the increasing number of safety audits? Did you know that a lack of such certificates can have consequences your customers do not want to face? It will not only cost you legal papers and havoc fines, but also the reputation of your clients. As we all know, there is no going back from that. Hence, why wait when you can get your BIS certification within 30 days if you are an Indian insulating mat manufacturer, and 180 days for foreign manufacturers? In this article, we will help you understand the following topics:  What is BIS Certification: Overview and Benefits How Can You Get a BIS Certificate For Your Electrical Rubber Mat? Conclusion  What is BIS Certification: Overview and Benefits "BIS" stands for Bureau of Indian Standards. An electrical rubber mat is a widely used industrial equipment that ranks amongst the top safety measures. You can find electrical mats in areas with high...

Why Does the "Grade" of a Neoprene Rubber Sheet Matter?

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  Did you know that selecting a neoprene rubber sheet of the right grade will give you improved performance? Wondering why the last expert you were talking to was suggesting which grade to use? What happens when you don't listen to the suggestion? You can often find terms like "General purpose" , "industrial grade" , and "specialized grade" . What do they mean? Neoprene Rubber Sheet Grades: What is Their Significance? Tensile Strength The tensile strength of a neoprene rubber sheet ranges between 4 and 17 MPa. General-purpose neoprene rubber sheeting has low tensile strength. On the other hand, industrial grade has higher tensile strength, and specialized grade neoprene rubber sheet has the highest tensile strength. Elongation at Break A neoprene sheet has elongation at break ranging from 200 to 500%. General-purpose sheets have lower elongation at break than industrial-grade sheets. Whereas, a specialized neoprene rubber sheet has the highest value of...

How is the Dielectric Strength of Electrical Matting Measured?

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  When you are about to buy electrical safety mats , you will be handed plenty of technical data sheets. You can see different specifications, including dielectric strength, AC proof voltage, thicknesses, and others. What is dielectric strength, and how is it measured? Measuring Dielectric Strength of Electrical Matting  Dielectric strength of insulating mats for electrical purposes refers to the maximum electric field they can withstand without having an electrical breakdown. There are different testing standards for testing the dielectric strength of electrical insulation matting. They are IEC 60205, ASTM D149, EN 60243-1, and others. Here is how to measure it: 1. Bring a Sample Get a sample of the electrical insulation matting you want to test. Make sure it is clean and ready to be tested.  2. Set it Right In this step, you have to place the sample of the electrical matting between two electrodes. This is the test setup for the dielectric strength test of your insulate...