At times, lateral forces affect the tracking of conveyor belts. These lateral forces, either from loading, product realignment or side discharging, need to be counteracted to ensure that the belt tracks properly. This is accomplished by adding tracking profile(s) to the underside of the belt. The guide is captured in a groove on the slider bed portion and helps to mitigate the adverse tracking input introduced by the lateral forces.
The most common guides are in the shape of a V-style and are made from extruded urethane, PVC, rubber or polyester and are available in both solid or notched versions, the latter providing greater back-bending characteristics. There are also specialty types of guides that include; timing belt, rounded, ribbed and segmented profiles and shapes. A wide assortment of sizes is also available and can be chosen based on conveyor design, pulley diameters and final desired results.
*Unlike power transmitting V-Belts, V-Guides should not come in contact with rollers. Ask us about the correct design!
