Better performance, longer service life, lower costs, fewer breakdowns – there are many advantages to choosing the right belt. What do you need to consider when buying a belt conveyor? We’ll tell you.

Conveyors are standard in many companies. They are used in automated production and assembly processes and to transport products from one process phase to another. Choosing the right conveyor is therefore crucial for keeping production running smoothly. It’s best to proceed step by step.

Define the application area

The first task is to define the application area. This provides information about the material to be transported, placement in the production hall, and specific requirements. To narrow the requirements down, analyze the application and environment of your belt conveyor. Ask yourself questions such as: Does the conveyor have to withstand strong impacts? Are there high temperatures in production? What are the special properties of the product to be transported? Are cleaning agents used that could have damage the conveyor?

Compare different options

Once you have defined the application, environment, and product features, you can start the actual search. Since there are lots of belt conveyor manufacturers, you should compare many options before making a decision. Estimates are helpful for this. Ask various vendors and get quotations. Our tip: Pay attention to unnecessary functions of the conveyors  – for these only cost you money you don’t need to spend.

Check the warranty

Speaking of money: Be sure to ask for warranty details. How long is the warranty and what exactly does it cover? This is important because it’s the only way to ensure that the conveyor you have purchased will not cost you more in the near future.

Read reviews

Ratings can also be helpful when making your purchase decision. There are many reviews on the Internet, or you can contact the providers directly and ask for reviews. Careful research is always essential for finding out which belt conveyor is the best one for you.

Use our online configurator

Because we know how difficult it can be to buy a conveyor, we do our best to make it easy for you: You can use our online configurator to assemble a belt conveyor according to your needs in just a few minutes – choose the conveyor width, operating mode, and belt, for example. You can save the data conveniently and simply as a CAD drawing. You can also download the corresponding cost estimate. Try it out now!