Ashworth’s ToughMat™ Features a Proprietary Design That Increases Durability for Energy Efficient
PTFE-Coated Oven Mats

8/23/2010

 WINCHESTER, VA. — Ashworth has released ToughMat™, a new line of PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) coated belts for can-making ovens that are lightweight, energy efficient and designed to increase durability. With the addition of ToughMat™, Ashworth is now the only belt manufacturer that offers both stainless steel and PTFE-coated oven mats, providing can-makers the best solution for their specific requirements.

ToughMat™ for IBOs and OBOs are made of PTFE-coated fiberglass, while dry-off oven mats are made of PTFE-coated Kevlar™, to prevent hydrolysis. The proprietary design and construction is exceptionally durable and minimizes energy use when heating IBOs, OBOs and dry-off ovens. All ToughMat™ belts feature edge reinforcement sewn-on with PTFE thread and then sealed with a two-ply PTFE film, a process that increases the strength and reliability of the belt. In addition to increased durability and decreasing energy costs, the PTFE coating provides excellent release properties at high temperatures and the lightweight, low profile design of ToughMat™ delivers tighter transfers and greater throughput for can-making operations.

To ensure optimum belt performance, Ashworth offers hand held ToughMat™ Heat Sealers and sealing accessories. ToughMat™ Heat Sealers are operator friendly, effectively balancing time, temperature, and pressure to simplify the process of sealing belt joints. Unlike cumbersome full width sealers, the compact design of ToughMat™ Heat Sealers allow technicians’ optimum control and maneuverability along with the capability to do simple spot repairs. Furthermore, Ashworth offers both end-user training as well as turn-key field installation services through Ashworth Factory Service Corporation.