In industrial facilities, transmission roller chains are under a lot of stress. They have to handle high loads at top speeds. In some cases, they also work in very demanding conditions, such as volatile materials and high temperatures. At times, the roller chains cannot handle all of these, but we have good news for you – high-efficiency timing belts, such as poly chain.

They are stronger, easy to handle, and very light. Here is all you need to know about these advanced timing belts and why everyone is shifting to them.

What is a Poly Chain?

This is a high-torque timing belt designed for optimal performance on high-torque drives in all environments. It is designed with lightweight polyurethane constructed to firmly hold onto the cords and fabric. Furthermore, the belt feature carbon tensile cords that provide extraordinary power and excellent flex fatigue life. Other notable attributes of the poly chain timing belts include:

• The fabric used to cover the teeth is resistant to chemicals, pollutants, oil resistance, and abrasion. This makes it exceptionally durable.
• The fabric used in body construction helps to cut friction to help minimize temperature build-up.
• The modern poly chains comes with a power rating of 30% higher compared to the earlier versions. This means that under the same conditions, these timing belts last about three times longer than the previous models.

Why You Should Shift to Poly Chain Belts

The design of poly chain belts is a culmination of years of research and commitment to help improve industrial production. To help you make the decision on whether to shift to these timing belts, here is a closer look at the associated benefits:

The main benefit of shifting to these modern belts is that they eliminate the need for regular re-tensioning, lubricating, and removing links. This means that the belts are maintenance-free, which helps to cut downtime and enhance your facility's productivity. Other advantages include:

• They offer about 400% greater capacity compared to High Torque Drive (HTD) belts. They also provide 5% more energy-saving ability over V-belts.
• The belts are your sure bet for cleaner production. When using chain belts, some of them can easily react with chemicals, acids, and water, making them unsuitable in some industrial operations. However, poly chain belts are designed with GT carbon, an inert material that makes it perfect for all applications, irrespective of the environment.
• The belts require to less time to replace compared to roller chains. They are also available in a wide range of pitches, from short to extended lengths, to help you easily pick the perfect choice for your facility.
• Because they require less maintenance, very little time will be required for their replacement. This also implies you incur less downtime and cut down injury rates in your facility.
• These belts are designed to work on a wide range of temperature. You can use them in extreme environments of -54°C to 85°C. Also, you can use them in a wide range of industries, including agriculture, timber, oil & gas, food & beverage, and cement production.

If you are looking for a way to revitalize your equipment or industrial facility's efficiency, one of the best methods is using timing belts, such as poly chains. They are strong, durable, cost-effective, and can work in all environmental conditions.