ANSI/CEMA 402-2003 (R2020)

Belt Conveyors

This standard, the second in a series on unit handling conveyors, establishes recommended design and application engineering practice for unit handling belt conveyors.

ISO 5284:2025

Conveyor belts - List of equivalent terms

This document establishes a list of equivalent terms relating to conveyor belts. NOTE In addition to the terms given in two of the official ISO languages (i.e. English and French), this document gives equivalent terms in Chinese; these terms are published under the responsibility of the member body for China (SAC). However, only the terms given in the official languages can be considered as ISO terms.

ISO 433:2017

Conveyor belts - Marking

ISO 433:2017 specifies the marking of conveyor belts, i.e. - the indications to be marked; - the dimensions of the marks; - the position of the marks. ISO 433:2017 does not apply to light conveyor belts as described in ISO 21183 1.

CEMA 502-2022

Bulk Material Belt Conveyor Troughing And Return Idlers

Standard for CEMA class B, C, D, E & F troughing, return and picking idlers. With Metric Conversion.

Conveyor Installation Standards for Belt Conveyors Handling Bulk Materials - 2014

Conveyor Installation Standards for Belt Conveyors Handling Bulk Materials - 2014

Outlines minimum standards for installation of bulk belt conveyors and suggesions for meeting or exceeding these standards

ISO 10247:1990

Conveyor belts - Characteristics of covers - Classification

Establishes the classification of covers for general purpose conveyor belts with textile or metal carcasses. Specifies the essential combinations of principal characteristics of belt covers and states the corresponding methods of determination.

ISO 1120:2012

Conveyor belts - Determination of strength of mechanical fastenings - Static test method

ISO 1120:2012 specifies a static test method for measuring the strength of a conveyor belt mechanical fastening; the mechanical joints can be either of the type employing a connecting rod or of a type which does not employ a connecting rod.

ISO 5285:2012

Conveyor belts - Guidelines for storage and handling

ISO 5285:2012 gives guidelines for creating the most suitable conditions for the storage and handling of conveyor belts. It is not applicable to light conveyor belts, as described in ISO 21883-1.

ISO 18573:2024

Conveyor belts - Test atmospheres and conditioning periods

This document specifies the temperature, humidity and time conditions used for the conditioning and testing of all types of conveyor belt, irrespective of whether they have plastics or rubber covers. It also specifies the requirements for the time interval to be observed between production and testing of conveyor belt test pieces. Special conditions applicable to a particular test or material or simulating a particular climatic environment are not included.

ISO 252:2023

Conveyor belts - Adhesion between constitutive elements - Test methods

This document specifies two test methods, A and B, for determining the adhesion strength between constitutive elements of a conveyor belt, i.e. between plies and between covers and carcass. Basic test conditions are in conformity with ISO 36. It is applicable to all types of construction of conveyor belting with the exception of belts containing steel cord reinforcement, and textile-reinforced belts with a full-thickness tensile strength of less than 160 N/mm. It is not suitable or valid for light conveyor belts as described in ISO 21183-1 [ 1 ] . NOTE Methods A and B are alternative options, but the mean adhesive force values calculated for the two methods can be different. Also, as both methods might not be equally suitable for all belt constructions, it is advisable that the advice of the belt manufacturer be sought.

ISO 282:1992

Conveyor belts - Sampling

Specifies the number of samples to be taken for carrying out acceptance tests, depending on the overall length ordered by the same user. Applicable to a batch of conveyor belts having the same characteristics: quality, width, etc.

ISO 284:2025

Conveyor belts - Electrical conductivity - Specification and test method

This document specifies the maximum electrical resistance of a conveyor belt and the corresponding test method. The test is intended to ensure that the belt is sufficiently conductive to avoid the accumulation of electrical static charge which can be developed during service use. This document is not suitable or applicable to light conveyor belts as described in ISO 21183-1, the static electrical properties of which are measured by ISO 21178.

ISO 3684:1990

Conveyor belts - Determination of minimum pulley diameters

This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition (1976). Establishes a method of calculating minimum pulley diameters. Applies to belts made of rubber or plastics with textile or metal carcasses. Is not applicable to belts which have a carcass thickness of more than 20 mm or to those which have intermediate lyers of rubber or plastics of more than 0,8 mm thickness between the plies, and not applies to heat-resistant belts for hot products over 100 C or to belts in service at temperatures under -40 C.

ISO 5293:2004

Conveyor belts - Determination of minimum transition distance on three idler rollers

ISO 5293:2004 specifies the formula for calculating conveyor belt transition distances and details its application and derivation. ISO 5293:2004 is not suitable or valid for light conveyor belts.

ISO 703:2017

Conveyor belts - Transverse flexibility (troughability) - Test method

ISO 703:2017 specifies a test method for determining the transverse flexibility (troughability) of a conveyor belt, expressed as a ratio, F/L. The method is not suitable or valid for light conveyor belts as described in ISO 21183 1.

ISO 9856:2016

Conveyor belts - Determination of elastic and permanent elongation and calculation of elastic modulus

ISO 9856:2016 specifies a method for determining the elastic and permanent elongation of a conveyor belt and the calculation of the elastic modulus. It is not applicable or valid for light conveyor belts as described in ISO 21183 1.

ISO 4195:2012

Conveyor belts with heat-resistant rubber covers - Heat resistance of covers - Requirements and test methods

CEMA 575-2013

Bulk Materrial Belt Conveyor Impact Bed/Cradle - Selection and Dimensions

Assures the users of Bulk Belt Conveyor impact beds and cradles that an impact bed/cradle is dimensionally compatible with Conveyor Idlers manufactured to the CEMA Standard 502. It establishes impact energy ratings to assure the end user that the impact bed/cradle is structurally suitable to the application.

ISO 4123:1979

Belt conveyors - Impact rings for carrying idlers and discs for return idlers - Main dimensions

Establishes the main dimensions of impact rings for carrying idlers and discs for return idlers used for the various types of belt conveyors.

ISO 5048:1989

Continuous mechanical handling equipment - Belt conveyors with carrying idlers - Calculation of operating power and tensile forces

Specifies methods for the calculation of the operating power requirements on the driving pulley of a belt conveyor, and of the tensile forces exerted on the belt. Applies to belt conveyors with carrying idlers. Lays down the definitions, symbols and units etc. and defines the resistances to motion of belt conveyor, the driving force and power requirements and the capacity and cross-section of a conveyor with a smooth patternless belt.

ISO 1535:1975

Continuous mechanical handling equipment for loose bulk materials - Troughed belt conveyors (other than portable conveyors) - Belts

Specifies the belt width and belt edge clearance for troughed belt conveyors (non portable).

ISO 1536:1975

Continuous mechanical handling equipment for loose bulk materials - Troughed belt conveyors (other than portable conveyors) - Belt pulleys

Specifies the diameters, length and manufacture of the belt pulleys for troughed belt conveyors (others than portable conveyors).

ISO 1537:1975

Continuous mechanical handling equipment for loose bulk materials - Troughed belt conveyors (other than portable conveyors) - Idlers

Specifies the dimensions of idlers and their arrangement and clearance for the above mentioned types of handling equipment with three idlers.

ISO 1816:1975

Continuous mechanical handling equipment for loose bulk materials and unit loads - Belt conveyors - Basic characteristics of motorized driving pulleys

Specifies the basic characteristics (dimensions, power rating, nominal speed) of motorized driving pulleys for belt conveyors.

ASTM D378-24

Standard Test Methods for Rubber (Elastomeric) Conveyor Belting, Flat Type

1.1 These test methods (and references) cover the procedures for evaluating the physical properties of flat conveyor belting. Performance criteria for belting will not be detailed here, but can be found through the RMA (Rubber Manufacturers Association) Conveyor and Elevator Belt Handbook, ANSI (American National Standards Institute), various governmental authorities, and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Belting for conveying and elevating materials generally is designated and defined as follows: 1.1.1 Heavy Duty Conveyor— A heavy duty belt is defined as belting designed for bulk haulage of materials, such as stone, crushed rock, sand, metals ores, coal, wood chips, etc., and has a carcass strength (design) substantial enough to withstand conveyor system tensions of 160 PIW and above. Note 1: PIW is an abbreviation for pounds per inch of width commonly used in the conveyor belt industry. 1.1.2 Light Duty Conveyor— A light duty belt is defined as belting designed for conveying a variety of lower weight materials, packages, industrial and electronic goods, and food products. These belts often are shorter in length and width, with less overall thickness than heavy duty belting, and are generally used in conveyor systems with tensions less than 160 PIW. 1.1.3 General Description— Belting can have elastomeric coverings on one side, both sides, or neither side depending upon the specific application requirements. Belt coverings are comprised of various synthetic or natural rubber polymers, PVC, or other elastomeric materials, dependent upon application or customer requirements. The load bearing member(s) of most belting is generally a woven or interwoven carcass of synthetic or natural fibers such as, but not limited to, polyester, nylon, polyaramid, cotton, as well as steel (cable/cord type or woven mesh). 1.1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses after SI units are provided for information only and are not considered standard. 1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

BS EN 15700:2023

Safety for conveyor belts for winter sport or tourist use (British Standard)

BS 8438:2004+A1:2010

Troughed belt conveyors. Specification (British Standard)

BS 8407:2002

Specification for mechanical and spliced joints in conveyor belting for use underground (British Standard)

BS 6593:1985+A1:2009

Code of practice for on-site non-mechanical jointing of plied textile and steel reinforced conveyor belting (British Standard)

Provides guidance on the procedures to be followed when making non-mechanical joints in conveyor belting on site. Both hot and cold processes are considered.