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Which kind of belt material is food conveyor belt? As an important part of the food production process, how to choose the food conveyor belt and what kind of material is better? Let's introduce it to you.

In food transportation, light conveyor belt is commonly used. In light conveyor belt, PVC conveyor belt and Pu conveyor belt are commonly used for general food. PVC conveyor belt and Pu conveyor belt belong to industrial conveyor belt, but the difference between them lies in different materials. PVC conveyor belt is made of PVC, Pu conveyor belt is made of polyurethane, which meets the food hygiene standard. It can directly contact with food, with moderate color and no peculiar smell.

Pu conveyor belt should be used for transportation of candy, pasta, meat, seafood and baked goods.

The reasons are as follows:

1. Pu conveyor belt is made of polyurethane (PU), transparent, clean, non-toxic and tasteless, and can be in direct contact with food.

2. Pu conveyor belt has the characteristics of oil resistance, water resistance and cutting resistance. The belt has thin body, good toughness and high tensile strength.

3. Comply with FDA food grade certification

Pu conveyor belt is recommended to transport candy, biscuit and meat, which can directly contact with food and meet the FDA food grade certification. If the conveying is bagged, canned or boxed food, PVC food conveyor belt can be used. What kind of conveyor belt is used mainly depends on whether the food is in direct contact and whether there are requirements for temperature.

About which kind of belt material the food conveyor belt is, the conveyor belt manufacturer will introduce it to you. If you are interested in conveyor belt, welcome to inquire.