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PERFORMANCE APPLICATIONS
Thanks to their robustness, flexibility, anti-static charac- bution to the efficiency of these challenging production on
teristics, and excellent cleanability, the belts from the processes. Electrostatic charges can be dissipated in various
CONDUCTO® and CONDUCTIVE range make a key contri- ways.
CONDUCTO® - electrostatic discharge via metallic wires CONDUCTIVE - electrostatic discharge via carbon-coated filaments
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Wetlaid Airlaid
FORMING
CARDING & AIRLAID & AIRLAY
GKD offers an extensive portfolio of forming belts for pro- on the basis of the fiber fineness, fiber lengths, and
duction of nonwovens with staple fibers using the carding, machine-specific parameters.
airlaid, and airlay processes. Various mesh types are available
Carding Airlaid
The table shows a selection of the classic mesh types for this application. More types are available on request.
Guide elements
The process belts are also available with guide elements such as tapered gibs or toothed belts and are produced to
customer / technical requirements.
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Tapered gib types: A A – Tapered gib profile on-center spacing
V-profile as per DIN 2215 B B – Tapered gib profile inner width
C – Roller width
K10 10 x 6 mm D – Belt width
K13 13 x 8 mm
K17 17 x 11 mm
K22 22 x 14 mm
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SPUNLAID - SPUNBOND
FORMING
CONDUCTIVE 7690 / CONDUCTO® 7690 qualitatively sophisticated products are produced on high
The mesh structure of the CONDUCTIVE 7690 / CONDUCTO® speed systems with a non-marking pin seam.
7690 impresses thanks to the good grip of the filaments
when laid down on the forming belt, coupled with good • Reduced running in period following belt change.
release properties of the nonwovens at the end of the belt • Excellent web transfer, even at high speeds.
(web release). In addition to this, impurities caused by the • Excellent web release while maintaining a high level of grip.
process (polymer drops) can be easily cleaned from the belt, • Easy cleaning of polymer spots (splutters)
which ultimately contributes to a longer useful life. Unlike
other process belts, the grippy surface does not need to be On the CONDUCTIVE 7690, electrostatic discharge is ensured
roughened up or coated in a costly mechanical process before via carbon-coated filaments, while on the CONDUCTO® 7690
use. This reduces machine downtimes. Critical materials for it is achieved via metallic wires.
The table lists a selection of the classic mesh types for this application. Other types are available on request.
FORMING
GKD offers special meshes designed for manufacturing fine or pin and soldered seam (metal). The metal belts can be
fiber felt filters using the meltblown process for use with supplied as endless belts with a soldered seam (cantilever
products in the fields of medicine, hygiene, or industry. Both assembly) or joined on the customer‘s premises with soldering
synthetic and metal belts are used here. The process belts performed by the GKD Service.
are available with a pin seam, endless woven seam (synthetic),
The table lists a selection of the classic mesh types for this application. Other types are available on request.
FILTRATION + COOLING
Comprehensive mesh designs in terms of dirt holding capac- tasks. In addition to this, GKD offers a range of media and
ities and gel issues (square mesh, optimized dutch weaves individual designs for rectifier systems, catering to the systems
and very fine twilled dutch weaves) are available for filtration used in the fiber and nonwoven industry.
THERMOBONDING AND DRYING
BONDING
In the field of thermobonding of nonwovens, process belts high performance belts. Their non-marking pin seams and
from GKD demonstrate their performance in double-belt respective edge coatings also contribute to this. A magnetic
ovens, even under extreme soiling conditions. Their tailor-made upper belt supports precise calibration. Synthetic-and-metal or
mesh design, comprising stainless steel, steel, and bronze, glass-and-metal (hybrid) material combinations are possible as
or an individual combination thereof, optimizes even the most custom designs. Optimum cross-stability and running proper-
demanding thermobonding processes. Offering cross-stability ties – even at high speeds – make them a pioneering solution
in a rugged design, they meet the specific expectations of for successful drying of nonwovens.
The table lists a selection of the classic mesh types for this application. Other types are available on request.
BONDING
OF GLASS HYBRID BELTS
Coated belts, specially developed by GKD, are used as a • Zero or only very low fiber/binder adhesions on the belts
custom solution when processing product media with strong when using BiCo fibers.
adhesive forces. The key advantage here lies in the coating • Significant extension of the useful life and increase in pro-
of the entire belt. Both the warp strands themselves and the ductivity of the process belts used.
connection points between the warp wires and weft wires • Thanks to reduction of soiling and increase in production
are completely coated. All of the benefits together result in speeds.
excellent added value for system operators:
SUSTAINABLE BENEFITS
DIAPER PRODUCTS
Open-pored GKD process belts are used as the transport rolled transition to the next production process. These process
medium in the manufacture of hygiene products and diapers. belts are generally produced with a woven seam (endless for
The focus here is on secure and controlled transport at high cantilever installation) and anti-static properties. Individual so-
production speeds. The process belts with suction from below lutions, for example with woven pin seam or attached guide
hold the products securely in position and guarantee a cont- elements, are available on request.
The table shows the classic mesh types for this application. Other types are available on request.
TEXTILE APPLICATIONS
TEXTILE APPLICATIONS
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Beside the classic applications of nonwoven forming and requirements can be developed together with our customers.
thermobonding, GKD offers a large number of process belts Metal meshes (1/1 weave) and self guiding TRACKMATIC™ &
that can be adapted for various textile applications. Indivi- lightweight TRACKMATIC™ belts are used in many systems for im-
dual solutions that are matched to the specific process and pregnation, dewatering, or creation of desired product imprints.
The table only shows a small overview of the many versions available. Other types are available on request.
INSULATION
FORMING + BONDING
Process belts made of metal and synthetic meshes assist the spectrum of solutions offered ranges from anti-static syn-
process for manufacturing insulation materials. Whether thetic fabric belts and spiral belts for forming applications to
sheep wool, cellulose fibers, glass fibers, organic artificial metallic fabric belts for various bonding processes. Belts made
materials such as polystyrene or mineral fibers – GKD delivers of material combinations and spiral belts, as well as TRACK-
the right process belt for the forming and bonding of all con- MATIC™ or PPS DUOFIL® belts also form part of the portfolio
ventional insulation materials. Both single-belt and double- of conveyor belt solutions produced by GKD.
belt air-through ovens can be equipped with these belts. The
The table shows the classic mesh types for this application. Other types are available on request.
FORMING + BONDING
GKD process belts made of metal fabric have proven their selecting the most suitable alloys and material components.
worth in the manufacturing of PVC floor coverings and carpets This allows all of our customers to benefit from GKD conveyor
for decades. Potential applications range from drying PVC to belts that are always individually tailored to the respective
fixing dyes in carpet manufacturing. In all of these proces- production requirements.
ses the conveyor belts must be designed to cope with ever
shorter production times, higher temperatures and the use of
chemical substances such as plasticizers. We achieve this by
The table shows the classic mesh types for this application. Other types are available on request.
TRACKMATIC™ BELTS
SPECIAL SOLUTIONS
TRACKMATIC™ belt from „inside“ TRACKMATIC™ belt on roller TRACKMATIC™ belt with strand
The TRACKMATIC™ process belt is a special, self-guiding GKD in dedicated grooved drive, tension and support rollers.
development. The wires of the mesh in the direction of rotation Thanks to guidance of the V-crimps in the grooved rollers,
are flexible, while the transverse weft wires are rigid and form there is no need for belt control. Request a copy of our
rows of V-crimps on the bottom side. The rows of V-crimps run special brochure.
The table only shows a small overview of the many versions available. Other types are available on request.
SPECIAL SOLUTIONS
Due to their production process, spiral fabrics do not have a in the food industry. Depending on the intended purpose,
seam and are therefore more suitable for numerous industrial the spirals can be made from round or flat wires and have
applications than woven fabrics. Spiraled continuous screens anti-static, dirt-repellent, or enhanced abrasion-resistance
are ideal for applications in which a seam would be prone to properties. Spiral belts from GKD are available as filter and
failure due to mechanical loads. Seamless spiral meshes are dryer screens or as conveyor belts made of polyester or PPS.
therefore commonly used in dewatering processes with fibrous Application-optimized air permeability rates, tracking stability,
products such as coconut fibers or for sludge dewatering in a high throughput rate and good separating behavior make
the paper industry. Spiral screens are often also used in a the new GKD spiral belt ideal for a multitude of applications –
range of thermal applications, including drying of veneers, whether filled or unfilled.
manufacture of gypsum plasterboard, or for multi-level dryers
Article no. Type Ø spiral wire Ø seam wire Filler wire cfm
71561003 S20-6508-370 0.65 mm 0.80 mm 1 x 0.69 x 3.05 mm 370
71561001 S13-6508-700 0.65 mm 0.80 mm 3 x 0.70 mm 700
71561002 S12-6508-880 0.65 mm 0.80 mm 2 x 0.70 mm 880
70561001 S0-6508-1000 0.65 mm 0.80 mm unfilled 1000
71565404 S16-1010-290 1.00 mm 1.00 mm 6 x 0.70 mm 290
71565403 S14-1010-500 1.00 mm 1.00 mm 4 x 0.80 mm 500
71565406 S20-1010-640 1.00 mm 1.00 mm 1 x 0.92 x 2.50 mm 640
71565407 S13-1010-650 1.00 mm 1.00 mm 3 x 0.80 mm 650
70565401 S0-1010-1100 1.00 mm 1.00 mm unfilled 1100
The table only shows a small overview of the many versions available. Other types are available on request.
SEAM DESIGNS
SEAMS
SYNTHETIC / METAL
Woven pin seam Woven spiral pin seam Endless woven seam
Beside high rotational accuracy, the key technological requi- the customer product during the design phase and selection
rement of process belts is to avoid imprints on the end pro- of the seam type. GKD offers optimal seam solutions for the
duct. This means that the focus is already on the quality of various process belt types and technical requirements.
EDGES
SYNTHETIC / METAL
PTFE Welded edges V-crimp mesh edge weld DUOFIL® with edge coating
Cleanly deburred, welded or coated edges guarantee the fixing for the belt control system to scan properly and ensure direc-
of the weft wires and avoid residue clinging on to product me- tional stability at high production speeds.
dia. An edge with even straightness and thickness is essential
BELT INSTALLATION
SERVICE
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fitting of process belts. When working with long or inacces- belts in their systems and seal the seams themselves. Howe-
sible systems, their use is indispensable. Tow-in devices from ver, belt installation can also be performed by the global GKD
GKD are offered as standard and can be used multiple times. Service.
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24/7 GLOBAL SERVICE HOTLINE
Beside individual customer consulting, technical service repre- tallations and general troubleshooting here. We believe that a
sents another of GKD‘s strengths. A large team of service combination of sales and service is the only way to guarantee
engineers and technologists is available to help with belt ins- the acceptance and success of GKD products.
service hotline
EUROPE: 0049 (0) 2421 803 308
USA: 001 - 443 - 477 - 4119
CHINA: 0086 - 10 - 516 - 596 - 18
SOUTH AFRICA: 0027 (0) 82 - 445 - 6827
STANDARDS WORLDWIDE
To ensure that we can act more flexibly than other companies cost optimization are also key aspects here. The GKD standard
in this globalized, economically closely intertwined world, all is based on an end-to-end product and process control. This
subsidiaries work in accordance with the GKD standard. This starts with seamless checks of input materials arriving at our
allows our customers throughout the world to relax in the facility and does not end until we have received feedback that
knowledge that they can always rely on the consistently high all products actually comply with the required properties in
quality of all GKD products. In addition, the standard stipula- industrial use. We also develop individual inspection plans in
tes responsible occupational safety and sustainable environ- close consultation with our customers as and when needed.
mental protection. Protection of all resources and constant
Certifications
ISO 14001 : 2015
ISO 9001 : 2015
ISO 50001 : 2011
OHSAS 18001 : 2007