12/10/08
Ashworth Bros., Inc. has introduced a ¾-inch pitch Omni-Pro link in response to the success of the Omni-Pro line of spiral/turn-curve conveyor belts. Omni-Pro 075 retains the same design features that allow the belt to minimize cage bar wear, maintenance costs and downtime in the most demanding high-tension spiral applications. "The addition of Omni-Pro 075 reflects Ashworth's commitment to meet today's processing demands," comments Ashworth's Sales Director, Marty Tabaka. He continues, "Now everyone who has relied on the trusted performance of ¾-inch pitch Omni-Grid can benefit from the advantages of Omni-Pro." The increased strength of the Omni-Pro comes from the 360° buttonless welds utilizing a "zero tension" design which allows a higher load bearing capacity. Unlike a traditional bridge weld, the 360° buttonless weld is free from surface imperfections and crevices which improve hygienic characteristics by eliminating the possibility of bacteria entrapments. Omni-Pro's state-of-the-art link design includes a patented "protrusion leg" that prevents welds from contacting spiral cage bars and permits the belt to run smoother with less system wear. Each link is formed with a patented coining process to prevent break-in wear, reducing belt elongation and increasing belt life. Omni-Pro is one of the strongest belts on the market today; all Ashworth belts are tested at 100,000 cycles (competition tests for 50,000 cycles) and Omni-Pro 075 has been proven to continuously withstand tensions of 100 pounds (45 kg). Marked by more patents in the industry than any other belting manufacturer, Ashworth Bros., Inc. continues innovating conveyor belt technologies to increase efficiency for processing industries. Ashworth utilizes both metals and plastics to engineer conveyor belts that increase throughput and minimize downtime for the most demanding applications.