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IPCO is a world-leading manufacturer of premium quality steel press belts used in Rotocure presses for the production of rubber sheet products. The reliability and consistently high performance of our steel press belts makes them first choice for OEMs and end users alike.
The IPCO Rotocure steel belt is an essential component in the vulcanization or rubber curing process for rubber sheet, conveyor belts, floor panels, printing boards, boat material, and other rubber products.
The same type of stainless steel belt for Rotocure is also used for laminating thin particle boards with decorative film, and for other board applications.
The Rotocure pressing operation places unique stresses on a belt. From the multi-directional path with 180° reversals to the high temperatures and pressures, the entire system relies on a belt with strength, stability, and resistance to fatigue.
IPCO uses 1650SM high-strength, martensitic stainless steel for each Rotocure belt. This steel has all the properties required in a conveyor belt vulcanizing press machine. Our quality-controlled manufacturing processes delivers press belts of such precision that they are specified by name.
Experience
120+ years
Making steel belts since 1901
Wide belts
Up to 4,600 mm
maximum width and 0.8–2.0 mm thickness
Global support
80+
Skilled service engineers across 25 countries
Benefits
IPCO steel press belts are recognized worldwide for their quality and performance. They are ideal for use with rubber materials ≥2 mm thick and on systems where heat is delivered from both sides, i.e. a heated drum in combination with radiated heat delivered by the steel belt.
Benefits
Surface finish is critical in a rubber curing press and we can deliver to any specification, down to 0.1 μm. Our advanced engineering facilities in Sweden mean we can ensure even belt thickness – and therefore heat transfer – for optimum binding performance.
Outstanding evenness of surface/thickness
Excellent thermal performance
Unparalleled durability
High reliability for low downtime
High operating speeds – up to 2x that of mesh belt presses
High productivity for an attractive return on investment
Quality assured production certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001:2018
Benefits
Our experience in supplying original and replacement steel belts for continuous rotating vulcanizing presses means we have the know-how and technology to produce belts to virtually any specification, and can supply them either “open,” coiled for on-site welding, or in pre-welded and ground “endless” form.
IPCO 1650SM is a high strength, martensitic stainless steel with excellent mechanical properties. This, in combination with good corrosion resistance, makes it the ideal choice for the very harsh conditions of a Rotocure press. Another advantage is that it is easy to repair.
Technical
Thicknesses: 0.8–2.0 mm
Length (endless): 6.9–30 m
Length (open): unlimited in practical terms
Max. width (endless): 3,200 mm
Max. width (open): up to 4,600 mm
Belt grade portfolio
12 different stainless steel and carbon steel belt grades for a range of industrial processing applications.
Conveyor belts
Hardwearing steel belts for conveying, handling, inspecting, sorting, and more.
Cooler belts
Steel belts for efficient cooling and solidification of hundreds of different materials.
Rotocure belts
High strength steel belts to meet the stresses and temperatures of a Rotocure press.
Super mirror polished belts
Special grade steel belts polished to achieve surface finishes for specific applications.
Wood-based panels
Premium quality steel belts designed for the rigours of wood based pane production.
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