Rubber Return Rolls
Pound for Pound
In a troughing position, rubber idlers are typically utilized at the tail end of the conveyor, because they absorb any shock caused by falling material. Without rubber-coated rolls in these transition zones, belting will prematurely wear.
In a conveyor belt’s return position, rubber rolls shed sticky material to help prevent belt tracking issues. Secondly, rubber also generates more friction between the roll and the belt to grip the belt more effectively for better belt tracking.
Lastly, rubber will not break down as quickly as steel in corrosive environments.
Rubber Return Styles
Disc Style
Rubber tires placed throughout roll length; typically used in aggregate applications.
Vulcanized Style
Rubber vulcanized directly to the entire roll; typically used in mining applications.
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Rubber Idler Styles
RUBBER TROUGHING idlers
Rubber Equal
Three identical-length rolls for 90% of applications.
Rubber Unequal
Wide center roll for flat belt applications where material is sorted or picked.
Rubber Offset Center
Often used in grain handling, the center roll position eliminates a pinch point to protect the belt.
Rubber Feeder/Picking
Wide center roll for flat belt applications where material is sorted or picked.
Rubber Flat Carrier
100% flat belt applications where the belt does not form a trough.
Rubber Low Profile
Available in a standard or channel frame mount for applications with height restrictions.
Rubber Wire Rope
Offset center roll with a frame designed for underground wire rope installations.
Rubber Variable Pitch
Adjustable height outside rolls designed to protect belts from sharp transitions.
RUBBER RETURN IDLER Styles
Rubber Disc Return Roll
Single roll for applications with no previous
maintenance issues.
Rubber V-Return roll
Manage high capacities while aligning the belt on long distance overland conveyors.
Rubber fixed roll
Fixed to the roll, the shaft rotates with the idler and usually used as carriers on feed conveyors.
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Downloads
Rubber Return Rolls Literature
Idler Catalog
Conveying Components Handbook
Custom Idler Roll Selection Form
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