
Jeff
Marek
Supervisor and Test Engineer - Physical Testing, Materials Science and Engineering
United States
Contact JeffThrough material analysis we can conduct adhesion and abrasion resistance testing. Through benchmarking, we can create an objective, reproducible, data-based foundation to compare rubber conveyor belt constructions, compositions, performance properties, reinforcements’ characteristics and other properties.
Smithers laboratories are also equipped to conduct a variety of chemical analyses procedures used for product development, compound deformulation / formulation, service life prediction, quality assurance, conveyor belt failure analysis, and forensic investigation among others.
Smithers can test to a range of industry standards for conveyor belts. For conveyor belts used in food processing and production, we can also support you with relevant migration testing for food contact materials.
ISO 4649 |
Abrasion resistance of rubbers |
ISO 283 |
Textile conveyor belts: thickness tensile strength and elongation |
ISO 505 |
Textile conveyor belts: tear propagation resistance |
ISO 1431 |
Resistance to ozone cracking in rubber (vulcanized and thermoplastic) |
ISO 9856 |
Elastic and permanent elongation and calculation of elastic modulus |
ASTM D378 |
Rubber (Elastomeric) Conveyor Belting, Flat Type |