Conveyer belts, like many things in life, have a cost that is variable depending on a lot of factors. There is no fixed costs. There are obvious cost drivers such as freight, selling expense, overhead, and the dimensions of the belt. However, this post is here to discuss some of the other costs drivers that are associated with purchasing a conveyer belt.
Rubber and PVC are the two most common types of coatings when it comes to conveyer belts. With that being said, these two types of belts are generally the cheapest. Polyurethane is another type of belt that is generally more costly than the other two types of belts mentioned above. These belts cost more because they; have a higher abrasion resistance, better release of the materials being conveyed, and in some cases have a better resistance to chemicals that are industry specific.
Another major cost driver when it comes to these kinds of belts is when there are specialized requirements that necessitate the belts to use unique materials. A great example of this is fiberglass which is used for high temperature applications. Kevlar is another material that is used for the same application.
It is important to understand these thing when purchasing these kinds of belts. Hopefully this, and the following articles, can be used so that buyers can make more informed decisions and justify the money being spent.