Self tracking belts are used in situations that require correction
of mistracking due to pushing, pulling or side loading.
Self tracking belts are installed on crowned pulleys.
No tracking idlers nor guide strips are required.
Advantages:
- Simpel and cheap conveyor design
- Reduced maintenance / no tracking re-adjustment
- Reduced energy consumption
Applications:
- Food industroy
- Airport and logistics
Links:
http://www.katena.at/downloads/broc_en_self_tracking_belts.pdf
