Food Grade FDA Conveyor Belt
Core materials and structures
The material selection of food-grade FDA conveyor belts strictly adheres to the principles of "non-toxic, odorless, non-migratory, and easy to clean", and strictly avoids the use of harmful components such as plasticizers, heavy metals, and recycled materials. The mainstream materials are divided into four major categories, suitable for different food processing scenarios. The structure mostly adopts a composite design of "base material + food-grade coating" to ensure the stability and hygiene of conveying
PU (polyurethane) material
It is the most widely used type, divided into polyester type (oil-resistant, hydrolysic-resistant, suitable for meat products, dairy products, and sauce transportation) and polyether type (low-temperature resistant, anti-mold, suitable for cold chain and water-containing food transportation). It is non-toxic, odorless, wear-resistant, stretchable, with a smooth surface and no pores, easy to clean. The temperature resistance range is from -40℃ to +80℃, and some high-temperature models can reach 110℃. The frame is mostly made of polyester (PET) or nylon (PA) canvas, which has high tensile strength and is not easy to deform
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Silicone material
It has outstanding high-temperature resistance, with an instantaneous temperature resistance of -100℃ to 250℃. It is suitable for high-temperature processing scenarios such as baking and frying. The surface is not sticky and is compatible with the transportation of sticky materials such as dough and chocolate sauce. It is non-toxic and odorless, and meets FDA and German BfR standards.
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PE (polyethylene) material
It has strong chemical stability, is non-toxic and odorless, and resistant to acid and alkali corrosion. It is suitable for scenarios such as fruit and vegetable cleaning and low-temperature refrigeration. It does not release toxic gases when burned at high temperatures and is compatible with auxiliary conveying links that do not come into direct contact with food. The temperature resistance range is from -40℃ to +70℃.
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Teflon (PTFE) material
It can withstand high temperatures up to 260℃, is resistant to acids and alkalis, moisture, and does not stick to materials. Made of glass fiber as the base material, it is suitable for baking and ultra-high-temperature processing scenarios, effectively preventing material adhesion and reducing the frequency of cleaning.
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Structurally, it mostly adopts a two-layer fabric and two-glue or multi-layer fabric and multi-glue design, with a coating thickness of ≥0.5mm. The edges are integrally wrapped with the same material to prevent cracking, water ingress and joint contamination. The joints are joined with food-grade hot vulcanized rubber, which is odorless and resist-free, avoiding the risk of foreign object detachment that may occur in traditional steel buckle connections.
Core features
Compliance and security
It has passed the core certification of the FDA. Some products can simultaneously pass certifications such as ROHS, NSF, and HACCP. The migration amount of heavy metals, total migration amount, and microbial limits all meet food contact standards. It has no odor, does not shed dust, and will not release harmful substances to contaminate food, eliminating the risk of food safety compliance.
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Hygienic and easy to clean
The surface is smooth without pores or dead corners, making it less prone to bacterial growth. It is suitable for cleaning processes such as CIP cleaning and high-temperature rinsing in food workshops. It supports disinfection with food-grade cleaning agents and leaves no residue after cleaning, meeting the hygiene management requirements of the food industry.
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Strong adaptability
It can meet the requirements of different food processing conditions, with a temperature resistance range covering -40℃ to 260℃, and is suitable for scenarios such as low-temperature cold chain, normal-temperature sorting, and high-temperature baking. It can withstand the erosion of weak acids, alkalis and food oils, has high tensile strength and low elongation, and is not prone to deformation or deviation during long-term operation. The recommended conveying speed is ≤2.5m/s, and it is suitable for various food production lines.
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Durable economy
High-quality materials combined with precise processing techniques, it features strong wear resistance and tear resistance. Its service life is 1.5 to 2 times that of ordinary industrial conveyor belts, which can reduce the frequency of replacement and lower downtime losses. Although the initial investment is higher than that of ordinary conveyor belts, it can avoid hidden costs such as fines and product recalls caused by non-compliance, and is more cost-effective for long-term use.
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Typical technical parameters
- Thickness: 1.5-3.0mm (High-temperature and oil-resistant models can be increased to 4.5mm)
- Weight: 2.5-3.5kg/㎡ (adjusted according to material and thickness)
- Temperature resistance range: -40℃ to 260℃ (with significant variation depending on the material)
- Minimum drum diameter: φ30-φ50mm
- Tensile strength: ≥15MPa (The strong type can reach over 20MPa)
- Connection methods: Food-grade hot melt seamless connection, hot vulcanization connection (steel buckle connection is prohibited to avoid contamination by foreign objects)
- Color: Mainly white and blue (for easy observation of material residue, blue can quickly identify foreign substances), light colors can be customized as needed.
Application scenarios
01.Fruit and vegetable processing
02.Meat/dairy processing
03.Baked/fried foods
04.Cold chain/frozen food
05.Snack foods/ready-to-eat meals
Core strengths
Choose the plan that suits you best.
Priority verification and certification
Confirm that the product has FDA certification and relevant test reports. For export products, additional certifications such as CE and EU 10/2011 need to be confirmed to avoid purchasing non-compliant products
Focus on customization capabilities
For non-standard production lines, products that can be customized in terms of width, length, thickness, and surface texture (such as anti-slip and anti-stick) as needed should be selected. Skirts, guide strips, perforations and other structures can be added as required to adapt to special equipment.
Match the working condition requirements
Based on the conveyed material (whether it contains oil, stickiness, or sharp edges and corners), working temperature, and conveying speed, select the corresponding material (for example, choose silicone/Teflon for high temperature and polyester type PU for oil)..
Choose a regular supplier
Give priority to choosing source manufacturers that have food-grade production qualifications, mature customer cases (such as cooperation records with leading food enterprises), and complete after-sales services. This can save procurement costs and provide full-process technical support
Usage and Maintenance
The core value of food-grade FDA conveyor belts lies in balancing food safety compliance with production efficiency. Their materials, structures, and processes are all designed in accordance with the hygiene requirements and working conditions of the food industry. They can provide customized solutions based on the individualized needs of different food processing scenarios, helping enterprises achieve compliant, efficient, and hygienic production and operation.
When installing, ensure that the rollers are aligned to prevent the conveyor belt from deviating and reduce edge wear. Do not start under load to avoid tensile deformation.
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For daily cleaning, food-grade cleaners should be used to avoid strong acid or alkali cleaners from damaging the surface of the material. After cleaning, ensure there is no standing water to prevent bacterial growth.
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Avoid contact with acids, alkalis, oil stains and organic solvents, and keep away from heat-generating devices (at least 1 meter away). When storing, roll them up and avoid folding. Keep the warehouse temperature between -18℃ and 40℃. Turn them over once every season.
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Regularly inspect the wear and cracking of the conveyor belt, and promptly repair or replace it to prevent food contamination after damage. During operation, avoid excessive material accumulation and do not exceed the rated load.
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The lubrication system must use food-grade grease certified by NSF H1 to prevent the lubricant from dripping and contaminating food.
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Factory scale
The production base in Tong 'an, Xiamen covers an area of 20,000 square meters. The production base in Nantong covers an area of 35 mu, with a factory building area of 25,000 square meters. There are over 200 employees and more than 1,000 kinds of products in stock
Production capacity
Daily output: 100,000 + advanced production lines with a width of 3 meters and 4 meters, 8 modern production lines and various processing equipment
Advanced equipment
To ensure the provision of high-quality products, we have imported professional equipment, laboratories and professional testing devices
Quality assurance
We have introduced advanced technology and production equipment. Our quality management system has passed the ISO9001.2008 product certification and SGS certification
Original manufacturer
With over 20 years of industry experience, we offer cost-effective industrial belt solutions and over a thousand products in stock
in one-stop service
Founded in 1998, XINBEX is a professional industrial belt company integrating R&D, production and service, and it owns its own brand XinBEX. Introduce advanced technologies and production equipment. The quality management system has been certified by ISO9001:2008, and the product quality has been certified by SGS. Xiamen XINBEX Industrial Belt Co., Ltd. offers not only high-quality products, but more importantly, continuous innovation and service, including
Cost-reducing solutions, collaborating with customers
Develop and apply new solutions;
Efficiency improvement plan;
Energy conservation and environmental protection solutions.
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