Bridgestone is a well-known Japanese company primarily recognized for its tires, but it also has a legacy in manufacturing conveyor belts through its Bridgestone Hose Power Co., Ltd. division (formerly Bridgestone Conveyor Belt). Here’s an overview of Bridgestone belt conveyors and their conveyor belt technology:
1. Bridgestone Conveyor Belts
– Materials: Bridgestone produces high-quality rubber conveyor belts designed for heavy-duty applications, including mining, cement, ports, and industrial plants.
– Key Features:
– Durability: Resistant to wear, impact, and tearing.
– Heat Resistance: Suitable for high-temperature environments (e.g., cement plants).
– Oil/Chemical Resistance: Some belts are designed to withstand oils and chemicals.
– Energy-Saving Belts: Bridgestone developed the “Eco-RT” belt, which reduces rolling resistance and saves energy.
2. Steel Cord Conveyor Belts
– Bridgestone is a leader in steel cord conveyor belts, which are used for long-distance and high-tension conveying (e.g., mining overland conveyors).
– These belts use steel cables embedded in rubber for superior strength.
3. Pipe Conveyor Belts
– Bridgestone also manufactures pipe conveyor belts, which enclose materials in a tubular shape to prevent spillage and reduce environmental impact.
4. Conveyor Belt Systems
While Bridgestone primarily supplies the belts themselves, full conveyor systems (rollers, pulleys, drives) are typically engineered by system integrators or plant designers using Bridgestone belts.
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5. Applications
– Mining (coal, iron ore)
– Cement plants
– Ports and bulk handling
– Power plants
– Steel mills
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6. Competitors
Bridgestone competes with other global conveyor belt manufacturers like:
– Continental (Germany)
– Fenner Dunlop (UK/USA)
– Yokohama Rubber (Japan)
– Bando (Japan)
Where to Buy/Support
– Bridgestone’s conveyor belts are sold through distributors worldwide.
– For technical specifications or procurement, contact:
– [Bridgestone Hose Power](https://www.bridgestone-hose.co.jp