B e l t D e s i g n C a t a l o g F.N.Sheppard & Co. Belting Specialties

F.N.Sheppard & Co. 800 - 733 - 5773 2 www.fnsheppard.com Introduction Since 1971, F. N. Sheppard & Co. has offered one of the most diverse lines of belting products available in the global market. Our endless innovation, and unequaled capabilities have allowed us to deliver unique solutions to even the most complex requirement and demanding tolerances. We are enjoying the growing reputation and market presence as one of the most unique belting companies in the world. We have many manufacturing locations to serve the national and international market. We are well equipped with CNC machining equipment,...

F.N.Sheppard & Co. 8w0w0w. f-n 7sh3e3pp -a r5d7.c7o3m 3 F. N. Sheppard & Co. is a remarkable organization serving the needs of manufacturers around the world. Based in Erlanger, Kentucky (that’s right across the river from Cincinnati, Ohio), we’re practically in the shadow of the Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky International Airport – one of the busiest major hub airports in North America. Although Erlanger is our home, our reach is truly global. We have many other branch locations, and our sales and service representatives are located far and wide – there’s one close to you.

4 F.N.Sheppard & Co. 8w0w0w. f-n 7sh3e3pp -a r5d7.c7o3m Belt Design page 5 Base Belts & Backings pages 6-7 Fabricating page 8 Perforating/ Vacuum Belts page 9 Profile Belts pages 10-16 One-Piece Molded Profile Belt page 16 Pocket Belts page 17 Self-Tracking Belts page 18 Coatings page 19 Timing Belts Urethane & Neoprene pages 20-39 Timing Belts Wide page 21 Timing Belts Urethane Open-Ended pages 25-28 Timing Belts Urethane Molded Endless pages 29-32 Timing Belts Urethane Flex page 33 Timing Belts Neoprene Open-Ended page 34 Timing Belts Neoprene Molded Endless pages 35-39 Timing Pulleys & Hardware...

F.N.Sheppard & Co. 8w0w0w. f-n 7sh3e3pp -a r5d7.c7o3m 5 Finished Belt We can follow through all the way to the finished belt, customized with your application in mind. 3 Design We are an excellent resource for important design information, and assistance. 2 Idea Our service starts at the birth of a new idea, concept or the initial design stage. 1 DESIGN YOUR OWN BELT At F. N. Sheppard we can assist in designing and manufacturing the correct belt for your application. It’s as easy as 1...2...3. Whether you have an existing belt application you would like to make improvements to, or you have a...

F.N.Sheppard & Co. 800 - 733 - 5773 www.fnsheppard.com BASE BELTS 6 There seems to be no end to the variety of belts and backings used in manufacturing processes today. There are certainly many more than we could show on these pages. Even the belts and backings we have produced are far too numerous to show. And we are adding new ones all the time. Some are one-time-only orders for a custom or specialty belt; other new belts and backings find their way into our vast stable of popular items. So if you don’t find exactly what you’re looking for on this and the following pages, don’t despair. We’ve...

BELT BACKINGS F.N.Sheppard & Co. 8w0w0w. f-n 7sh3e3pp -a r5d7.c7o3m 7 RED LINATEX Natural rubber with exceptional shock, cut, tear and abrasion resistance. Excellent strength, elasticity, and friction. 38 Durometer WHITE LINATEX Natural Rubber with exceptional shock and abrasion resistance. Good strength and elasticity, non-marking and FDA approved. 38 Durometer RED LINARD A silica-reinforced natural rubber with excellent shock, cut, tear, and abrasion resistance. Good strength and elasticity. 60 Durometer NATURAL RUBBER Highly resilient, non-marking and elastic rubber. Resistant to hot and cold...

8 F.N.Sheppard & Co. 8w0w0w. f-n 7sh3e3pp -a r5d7.c7o3m Profiling Contouring - Slots - Grooves. Precision contours: radius, rectangular, square, V-shape or any custom shape. Belts include all types: Flat Conveyor, Timing Belts, Transmission Vbelts, Poly-V, HTD®. Profiling to the shape of a product helps maximize grip and control, minimizing crushing. This is frequently done for tube pulling applications, rubber or cable pulling. Virtually any shape of extrusion may be accommodated with matching upper/lower belt profiles. Grinding Machining any belt surface-side, top and/or bottom - to precise...

F.N.Sheppard & Co. 8w0w0w. f-n 7sh3e3pp -a r5d7.c7o3m 9 Tooth Removal Teeth can be removed in any configuration or grouping in order to; assist in tracking, provide smooth-running surface for slider bed or as a means of creating a vacuum seal. Low friction fabric and coatings can be applied to a smooth ground surface to reduce the coefficient of friction between the belt and running surface. Hole Dimensioning center to center Staggered Pattern Square Pattern Any shape available: Standard & Custom Belt with Machined Cavity Perforated Belt for Positioning PERFORATING/VACUUM Vacuum Timing Belt Hole...

F.N.Sheppard & Co. 800 - 733 - 5773 10 www.fnsheppard.com PROFILE BELTS This information is intended for you, the design engineer. Herein you will find application examples and design guidelines for creating your own timing belts with profiles. Timing Belts can provide exceptionally accurate synchronized conveying of products. Ideal for assembly, packaging, inserting and other automation applications. Timing belts are available in any length and can be specified in one tooth increments. F. N. Sheppard timing belts have been used extensively as reliable profiled timing belts. The requirements...

F.N.Sheppard & Co. 8w0w0w. f-n 7sh3e3pp -a r5d7.c7o3m 11 PROFILES EXAMPLES Contact our Technical Department for additional profile options and detailed drawings. A B C D 1 2 3 4 5 6

12 F.N.Sheppard & Co. 8w0w0w. f-n 7sh3e3pp -a r5d7.c7o3m Profiles are commonly referred to as lugs, cleats, pockets and attachments. Profiles are transverse raised sections on the outer surface of a belt used to hold, stabilize, position or transport a product. Profiles are available in many compounds and are applied in various ways. Various ways include: molding, thermal-welding, bonding and machining. Hundreds of profile designs are available from F. N. Sheppard’s mold inventory. Our Applications Engineers can work with you to design any profile to meet your specific requirements. Tooling charges...