Product Descriptions
MTF Wire Belt Conveyor – Wire Mesh Belt Conveyors
MTF Wire Belt Conveyor systems are modular wire mesh belt conveying solutions developed for heavy industrial environments and high-temperature applications. Thanks to their heat-resistant structure, a wide range of wire mesh surface options, various support frame types, and customizable drive configurations, they deliver optimum conveying performance in metal processing, foundry operations, press part handling, and post-production drainage or cooling applications.
Product Description and Key Features
MTF wire mesh belt conveyors are specifically designed to transport hot, wet, or oily parts by utilizing the high air permeability and effective drainage characteristics of wire mesh belt surfaces. These properties provide significant advantages, especially in metal part manufacturing, foundry operations, post-press cooling, drainage processes, and automated production lines.
• Wire mesh belts offering high temperature resistance as well as chemical and mechanical durability.
• Modular frame profiles enabling easy integration and system expansion.
• Various support frame designs with adjustable inclination options.
• Performance optimization through three-phase high-torque motor options.
• Optional accessories such as covers, cooling tunnels, oil collection trays, air blowers, and similar equipment.
Wire Mesh Belt Conveyor Design Details
Belt Structure and Materials
MTF wire belt conveyors use metal wire mesh belts. Depending on the application requirements, these belts can be manufactured from carbon steel or stainless steel. The open mesh structure allows parts to come into direct contact with air and liquids, enabling efficient cooling and drainage.
Wire belts are available in two configurations: designs without chain guidance and chain-guided designs. Chain-guided systems are preferred in applications requiring higher tensile forces or reverse conveying directions.
Conveyor Types and Support Frame Options
GS Type Wire Belt Conveyor
• Simple, modular straight conveyor design.
• Support structure: frameless type (no base frame).
• Conveying possible in the desired direction and inclination.
• Wire mesh belt with various mesh designs provides low maintenance and high durability.
GS-HE 010 – Height-Adjustable and Inclined Wire Belt
• Support structure with continuously adjustable height and inclination.
• Inclination angle can theoretically be adjusted up to 90°.
• Typical belt widths range from 200 mm to 500 mm.
• Belt lengths between 700 mm and 2,000 mm.
• Conveyor speed adjustable approximately between 0.7 and 19.1 m/min.
• Maximum belt load capacity of approximately 500 kg total load.
GS-HE 020 – Side-Supported Straight Wire Belt
• Single-leg support structure with lateral support.
• Belt inclination adjustable from −60° to +60°.
• Wire belt width and length ranges are compatible with GS-HE 010.
• Support frame and profile selection allow configuration tailored to the production line.
IS Type – Slim and Compact Wire Belt Conveyors
• Compact profile design suitable for narrow installation spaces.
• Wire belt widths from 70 mm to 500 mm.
• Belt lengths ranging from 600 mm to 3,000 mm.
• Wire belts typically capable of conveying hot parts up to 250°C.
• Conveyor speeds between 3.0 and 15.2 m/min, with up to 65 m/min available for special designs.
• Forward and reverse inclinations and integrated motor options are available.
Motor, Drive, and Control Features
Drive units used in wire mesh belt conveyors can be configured in several ways depending on the application:
• Bottom-mounted motor drive,
• Side-mounted flange motor drive,
• Drum motor options.
These configurations optimize belt speed, torque, and overall system performance. In addition, speed control, start/stop functions, and process integration can be achieved through frequency inverters or integrated control systems.
Technical Parameters and Dimensional Ranges
General dimensional ranges for wire mesh belt conveyors include:
• Belt width: typically 200 mm to 1,000 mm.
• Belt length: available from 500 mm up to 12,000 mm.
• Temperature resistance: wire mesh belts can offer continuous operation up to 250°C.
• Belt speed range: typically adjustable between 0.7 and 19.1 m/min.
• Load capacity: depending on the application, total belt loads of up to approximately 500 kg are possible.
Operating Principle and Advantages of Wire Belts
Wire mesh belt conveyors allow liquids to pass through the belt thanks to their open mesh structure. This provides clear advantages in applications requiring cooling, drainage, or heat transfer. In addition, wire belts offer high chemical and mechanical resistance, electrical conductivity for static discharge, and ease of maintenance.
Application Areas
MTF wire mesh belt conveyors deliver high performance particularly in the following industrial applications:
• Conveying and cooling of metal casting and press parts,
• High-temperature applications such as furnace discharge and hot press parts,
• Robot cells and production line feeding systems,
• Automotive washing, drying, degreasing, and drainage zones,
• Conveyor lines in the plastic and metal industries where static discharge is required.
Advantages – Technical and Operational
• High resistance to temperature and chemicals,
• Modular design with wide configuration flexibility,
• Application-specific solutions with various wire mesh belt types,
• Cooling and drying functionality through drainage and air permeability,
• Easy maintenance and long service life,
• Seamless process integration through multiple drive and control options.
