Conveyor Solutions

Trellex Conveyor Belts

with textile reinforcement

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The single source for textile belts
Metso delivers a comprehensive range of conveyor belts. Based on
more than 100 years of experience in development, manufacturing
and applications know-how, Trellex conveyor belts and conveyor
systems are designed to meet specific end-user requirements for
high performance and cost-efficiency.

The Trellex range includes textile-reinforced In-house quality assurance Covers

belts, Trellex Steelcord Belts, Trellex Aramid The textile-reinforced belts are manufactured The polymer used for the cover varies with
Belts and PVG Belts, as well as a complete line with state-of-the-art technology to ensure the properties required, e.g., styrene-butadi-
of accessories for enhanced system perfor- optimal price performance ratios, and every ene or natural rubber are used for abrasion
mance. With subsidiaries in more than 50 belt we deliver meets the strict criteria of the resistance, styrenebutadiene, butyl or ethyl-
countries and more than 80 service centers in Metso Quality Assurance system. ene/propylene rubber for heat resistance,
all parts of the world, Metso participates in chloroprene or styrene-butadiene rubber for
engineering, design, installation, and service Skim coat flame resistance, chloroprene or nitrile rub-
to ensure users of maximum returns on their Layer of rubber scaled to: ber for oil resistance. Cleats or patterned sur-
investments. • Provide appropriate adhesion with face are required for inclined belts.
reinforcement. Cover thickness depends on the characteris-
Reinforcement • Transmit and distribute tension between tics of transported material and on loading
The reinforcement consists of a synthetic fab- plies of reinforcement. conditions.
ric called EP. The lengthwise or warp threads • Absorb and distribute stress generated by The Trellex range of textile-reinforced belts
of this fabric are made of polyester (E), and impact. covers a broad spectrum of applications.
the crosswise or weft threads are polyamide
(P).
This fabric ensures high tensile-strength to
weight ratio, excellent flexibility and out-
standing troughing characteristics, as well as
low elongation and high resistance to
Structure
impact and chemicals.
1. Top cover
Additionally to that Metso can provide a
2. Carcass
range of market specific fabric types such as
3. Textile reinforcement
E (polyester in both warp and weft) and P
4. Rubber skim coat
(Polyamid in both warp and weft) and also
5. Bottom cover
different weave types. These can be crow
foot weave (CFW) or straight warp weave
(EPP) which provide increased impact and
slitting resistance.

The illustration shows the construction of a Trellex

textile-reinforced belt and its principal characteristics.
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Wear-resistant
We got what it takes!
Heavy-duty transport of abrasive material Dimensions of typical belt types
Trellex conveyor belts are designed for transport of heavy abrasive
material such as rock, ore and gravel. The covers of these belts are Carcass thickness Carcass approx.
Belt type
made of extra-tough rubber with extremely high resistance to (mm) weight (kg/m²)
abrasion, shearing and impact. The fabric reinforcement is specially EP315/2 1.8 2.5
treated to ensure low elongation. EP315/3 2.4 2.6
Trellex conveyor belts are anti-static, and have electrical surface EP400/2 2.0 2.6
resistance that complies by a wide margin with the maximum EP400/3 2.7 3.2
permissible limits of DIN EN ISO 284. Trellex belts also comply fully EP500/3 3.0 3.7
with DIN, BS, NF, ISO and AS. EP500/4 3.4 4.3
Trellex conveyor belts can be delivered in any configuration to meet EP630/3 3.0 3.8
specific user requirements, in strengths of up to 3600 N/mm and EP630/4 3.6 4.9
widths of up to 3000 mm. EP800/3 3.9 4.6
Belts exposed to very high impact force can be supplied with a EP800/4 4.0 5.1
textile or steel breaker reinforcement. EP800/5 4.5 6.1
1 = Top cover incl. metal breaker EP1000/4 4.8 6.1
2 = Carcass EP1000/5 5.0 6.4
3 = Bottom cover EP1250/4 5.2 7.0
4 = Solid rubber edge EP1250/5 6.0 7.7
EP1600/4 7.6 9.8
EP1600/5 7.5 8.8
EP2000/4 8.8 11.4
EP2000/5 9.5 12.2
EP2500/5 11.0 14.2
EP3150/6 13.2 17.0
To calculate the approximate belt weight use following formula:
mG” = mK’’ + 1.15 x (TC+BC)
Wherein:
mG” = belt weight (kg/m²)
Cross section of a textile belt with a metal mK’’ = carcass weight (kg/m²)
breaker in the top cover TC = top cover thickness (mm)
BC = bottom cover thickness (mm)

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 Cover grades
Grade ISO DIN AS CEMA Characteristics (example)
Wear resistant, heavy duty cover
X H X M for sharp and lumpy material, or
extreme drop heights
Wear resistant cover for standard
Y Y
applications
Wear resistant cover, for fine and
W D
abrasive material
Standard grade cover according
N N
to AS
Premium grade cover according
RMA-I RMA-I
to RMA
Standard grade cover according
RMA-II RMA-II
to RMA
UAR Ultra abrasion resistant cover
Cut & gouge resistant cover with
CGS
excellent resistance against slitting
Extremely wear resistant, heavy
M+,
duty covers for sharp and lumpy
MA-A
material, or extreme drop heights

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Heat-resistant
Some like it hot!
High-temperature applications Trellex® flame-resistant and self-extinguishing belts
For high-temperature applications different types of belting are
available. These belts are designed for transport of materials such as Characteristics and International
Grade
clinker, coke, foundry sand and slag. Recommended applications Standard
K Flame-resistant covers
Trellex heat-resistant conveyor belts can be used for transport of EN 12882
S Flame-resistant covers and carcass
material at continuous temperatures of up to 180 °C, with peaks of
Self-extinguishing for underground
up to 230 °C. Selection of belting depends on several factors, V
coal mining
including the cooling rate and density of the material as well as the EN 14973
thermal coefficient of the belt. Users can rely on expertise from Self-extinguishing for above ground
VT, VLS
Metso engineers in order to identify appropriate belting for specific coal mining
applications. Trellex belts can be supplied to meet other standards and/or specific user
requirements.
Permanent
Occasional
Grade Elastomer material
peaks up to
temperatures up to
T120 SBR +120°C +140°C
T200 EPM, EPDM +180°C +230°C

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Oil & Terpene-resistant
When you have to keep in shape
Trellex offers a total range of conveyor belts that are resistant to oil,
grease and terpene.

Antioil G Mild oil resistant MOR

Antioil is designed for use in highly MOR belts are used in the wood industry
aggressive oily environments. This grade and are also highly appropriate for products
means highest oil resistance of the covers. with medium oil content.
The synthetic fabric reinforcement of a G
belt is impervious to oil, turps, moisture and The MOR grade has proven in sawmills and
rot. The top and bottom covers are made of cellulose plants, as well as for conveying
oil- and terpene-resistant black rubber, so woodchips or similar material.
that they retain their shape, hardness and
surface characteristics. Typical applications GK-belts
involve continuous exposure to mineral oil. GK-belts are resistant to both oil and flame.
They are mainly used in the fertilizer industry
since they have a good resistance against
dust trapping agents (Lilamin).

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Inclined & vertical transport
A lift for your capacity!
Belts for inclined transport Escort
Rubber conveyor belts with smooth surfaces Supplied in version v-cleats for all types of
are normally limited to applications with gra- bulkmaterial, such as rock, sand and gravel.
dients of no more than 15-18°. Steeper Escort is also suitable for material in sacks or bags.
angles call for belts with profiled or cleated
surfaces that prevent bulk material or unit Escort belts are mainly used in the
loads from sliding backward. construction industry and thus made of
wear-resistant rubber. Escort is also available
Elevator belts in various profiles, widths and rubber grades
Vertical transport of abrasive goods such as to meet specific user requirements.
gravel or crushed rock requires elevator belts
with covers of wear-resistant rubber. Trellex
Elevator belts are also available in other
cover grades.

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Enclosed material transport
Keep your environment clean!
Trellex FLEXOPIPE® Enclosed material transport
The Trellex program also covers belts for a Remarkable advantages of enclosed material
closed system. This new conveyor system has transport compared to conventional
many advantages compared with troughed belt conveyors:
conventional conveyors. With this system it is • Horizontal and vertical curves enable
possible to convey around narrow curves routing over difficult terrain conditions.
allowing the design of economic • Fewer transfer points lead to smooth
configurations. Since the belt runs in a pipe treatment of the material to be conveyed
shape, the environment will be kept clean and reduces installation - as well as
and the material is protected against external operating costs.
influences. • The narrow width of the installations
The Trellex FLEXOPIPE® belt is developed for needs less space requirements on the
the special requirements of closed conveyor track.
systems. Please ask for our special leaflet. • Larger contact between material and belt
allows increased angles of inclination
(depending on the kind of material being
conveyed).
• Material is completely enclosed, external
environmental conditions such as rain,
wind, temperature and dust have no
negative influences.
• Clean and spillage free material transport
protects the environment and keeps
maintenance costs on a low level.

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 Technical information
Market-driven technology

Trellex conveyor belts are developed in close of your conveyor-belt system.

50 m 800 EP 630/4 6/2 X
cooperation with major manufacturers of con- The information below comprises recommen-
veyor systems. Along with the applications dations for belt selection and conveyor design.
Belt length
expertise acquired in over 100 years of belt
Belt width in mm
production, this helps to keep Metso close to Tensile strengths
Ply material
the real world in which our customers operate. Trellex conveyor belts are manufactured as
Ultimate tensile strength of belt in N/mm
Our belts are made to deliver benefits to users standard in the following tensile strengths
Number of plies
Cover thickness top/bottom in mm in the form of efficiency, reliability and long (N/mm): 160, 200, 250, 315, 400, 500, 630,
Grade of cover service life. 800, 1000, 1250, 1600, 2000, 2500, 3150 and
These benefits are maximized by the global 3600.
support provided by Metso engineers. We
work with our customers around the world, Belt widths
from the planning stage, to installation and Trellex conveyor belts are manufactured as
commissioning. We are on hand to deliver ser- standard in the following widths (mm) 300,
vice and on-going consultancy for the lifetime 400, 500, 600, 650, 800, 1000, 1200, 1400,
1600, 1800, 2000, 2200, 2400, 2600, 2800 and
3000.

Technical design Standard values for

Metso’s extensive know-how is always availa- 1000 · Tx minimum curve radii in mm
Ra ≤ in m
ble to help you with the design of your con- m’G · g · cosδ
veyor, whether in the choice of the correct Troughing Concave Convex
belt or in the calculation of curve radii, tran- Ra m Minimum radius, concave curve angle curve curve
Re m Minimum radius, convex curve λ Ra Re
sition lengths or belt turnovers.
B mm Belt width
On these pages you will find standard values λ ° Troughing angle
20° 14 x B 20 x B
for determining minimum curve radii and Tx kN Local belt tension 25° 17 x B 30 x B
transition lengths. m’G kg/m Belt weight
30° 21 x B 40 x B
g m/s2 Acceleration due to gravity
(g=9,81 m/s2) 35° 24 x B 45 x B
Curve radii δ ° Angle of inclination in curve area
The minimum required curve radii for a 40° 27 x B 50 x B
standard three-roll troughing idler can be The larger radius (from the table or accord- 45° 30 x B 55 x B
taken from the table. ing to the formula) must be chosen.

Standard values for curve radii

In the case of concave curves Ra, allowance
also has to be made so that the belt is not
lifted off the idlers when running empty. The
minimum radius required can be deter-
mined as follows:

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 Standard values for transition Standard values for minimum
lengths transition length in mm
(minimum transition length, troughed to flat
with standard three-roll troughing idlers).
Troughing Without With
angle pulley pulley
λ elevation elevation *)
20° 0.9 x B 0.7 x B
25° 1.1 x B 0.8 x B
30° 1.3 x B 0.9 x B
35° 1.5 xB 1.0 x B
40° 1.7 x B 1.2 x B
45° 1.9 x B 1.3 x B

*)
*) Pulley elevated 1/3 of the trough height above
the center idler roll (hp=h/3)

Recommended minimum Recommending diameter in mm (without lagging) based on %

pulley diameters utilization of rated operating belt tension
Minimum diameters are given in the table Belt type Over 60% to 100% Over 30% to 60% Up to 30%
below for three different groups of pulleys: Pulley group Pulley group Pullet group
Group A: Drive and discharge pulleys and all A B C A B C A B C
other pulleys where belt tension is relatively EP160/2 250 200 160 200 160 125 160 160 125
high. EP 250/2 250 200 160 200 160 125 160 160 125
Group B: Pulleys, where belt tension is EP 315/2 250 200 160 200 160 125 160 160 125
relatively low. EP 315/3 315 250 200 250 200 160 200 200 160
EP 400/2 315 250 200 250 200 160 200 200 160
Group C: Snub Pulleys, where belt wrap
EP 400/3 315 250 200 250 200 160 200 200 160
angle is ≤ 30°.
EP 500/3 400 315 250 315 250 200 250 250 200
EP 500/4 500 400 315 400 315 250 315 315 250
EP 630/3 500 400 315 400 315 250 315 315 250
EP 630/4 500 400 315 400 315 250 315 315 250
EP 800/4 630 500 400 500 400 315 400 400 315
EP 800/5 630 500 400 500 400 315 400 400 315
EP 1000/3 630 500 400 500 400 315 400 400 315
EP 1000/4 630 500 400 500 400 315 400 400 315
EP 1000/5 800 630 500 630 500 400 500 500 400
EP 1250/4 800 630 500 630 500 400 500 500 400
EP 1250/5 800 630 500 630 500 400 500 500 400
EP 1600/4 1000 800 630 800 630 500 630 630 500
EP 1600/5 1000 800 630 800 630 500 630 630 500
EP 2000/5 1250 1000 800 1000 800 630 800 800 630

Please note that belts with profiled top covers may require larger
diameter pulleys. Please contact us for more information.

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