This section provides an overview for v belts & belting as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 27 v belt & belting manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked v belt & belting companies as of November, 2024: 1.Dayco Products LLC, 2.Gates Corporation, 3.Optibelt Corporation.
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A V belt is a belt with a V-shaped cross-section that transmits the power of a rotating machine. V belts are less expensive and quieter than chain belting. Its performance is best demonstrated when used with pulleys that match the belt's specifications. A pulley is a disk with a groove cut in it for the belt to bite into. The V belt requires periodic maintenance due to wear and tear caused by use, as well as stretching of the V belt itself. If left in place, the V belt and pulleys can slip, resulting in abnormal noise and reduced capacity.
V belt and beltings are widely used in power transmission. They are also used in power transmission in automobiles and in the drive units of fans and blowers. They are also used in a high percentage of agricultural equipment. This is due to their ease of maintenance and low cost of ownership. Depending on the application, multiple V belt and beltings are used to transmit greater power. When replacing the V belt, care must be taken because fingers can easily get caught between the belt and pulleys, resulting in injury.
V belts are one of the power transmission methods. However, it is not capable of performing at its full potential unless the tension is properly adjusted. If the tension is too strong, it can lead to abnormal wear, wear on each rotating shaft, bearing damage, and overloading of power equipment. Conversely, too little tension can lead to V belt slipping noise, reduced capacity, and equipment stoppage due to V belt dropout. The proper tension is determined in the manufacturer's catalog. It is important to keep the tension within the corresponding standard, which is determined by the pushing force and the pushing allowance times the constant distance between the shafts. A tool called a tension gauge is also used for this purpose and should be carried along when performing maintenance.
There is also the type of V belt that has an uneven surface called a cog. This type is suitable for small pulley diameters. The use of a V belt with a small radius of curvature can solve this problem.
When replacing the V belt and belting, the condition of the pulleys should also be checked; even if the V belt is new, if the pulleys are worn, it will lead to abnormal V belt wear and poor rotation. There is a gauge for pulleys called a groove gauge, which can be used to check the condition.
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SDP/SI was founded in 1950 and is situated in New Hyde Park, New York. SDPP/SI is a manufacturer of precision gears and high-quality mechanical components used in the aerospace, industrial manufacturing, medical technology, and robotics fields. The company manufactures parts in a variety of materials including alloy steel, stainless steel, bronze, brass, nylon, and titanium. The company also provides coating services such as heat treating, zinc plating, and painting. Additional custom options are available including manufacturing to customer drawings and specifications.
Bando USA is a power transmission belts (PTBs) manufacturer headquartered in Itasca, Illinois. Established in 1988, the company produces various conveyance solutions for automotive and industrial applications in corporations like Ford, Caterpillar, BHP Billiton, and Nestle. The company produces a wide range of PTBs from its fabrication facilities, including rib-ace belts, variable speed belts, cogged v-belts, and serpentine belts. Bando USA is a subsidiary of Bando Chemical Industries, which has 18 manufacturing plants in 17 countries across Asia, North America, and Europe.
Fenner Drives is a global manufacturer of power transmission, motion transfer, and conveying products, with its headquarters in Manheim, Pennsylvania. The company has production facilities across the United States, and its offerings include locking devices, V-belts, resistant belting and O-rings as well as maintenance tensioners, power transfer pulleys, and idlers. These offerings play a crucial role in maintaining efficient operations and facilitating the movement of materials and components within machinery and systems.
Optibelt Corporation, founded in the year 1872, and based in Illinois, USA, is a manufacturer and supplier of tools and belts for safety protection. Their product portfolio includes a wide variety of belts which includes V-belts, rubber, polyurethane, and ribbed belts. The company also offers service tools, metal products, automotive spare parts, couplings, X-ray protection, and sport resistance bands. The products are used in various industries which include automotive, paper, agriculture, oil and gas, food and beverage, road construction, and textile.
Gates Industrial Corporation began in 1911 in Denver Colorado where the company remains today, with additional headquarters in Europe and Asia. The company is a manufacturer of power transmission and fluid power solutions to customers around the world in industries such as agriculture construction, automotive, mining, and heavy-duty industrial equipment. The company’s products include CVT transmission belts, serpentine kits, hydraulic hoses, electric water pumps for electric vehicles, and rubber synchronous belts used in material handling applications.
TERRE, established in 1946, is headquartered in Texas, USA and is a provider of cost-effective replacement parts, general-purpose mechanical motion parts, and outdoor power equipment. The centrality of product and service quality underpins all their endeavors. TERRE™ is a supplier headquartered in the United States that specializes in providing authentic OEM replacement and general-purpose mechanical motion components, finished goods, and solutions to a global customer base. These customers include retailers, manufacturers, dealers or distributors, and individuals seeking solutions for various applications such as home improvement, agriculture, lawn and garden maintenance, and other related areas.
V-Belt Global Supply, established in 2008 and based in Sioux Falls, SD, is a manufacturer and supplier of premium, industrial-strength belts. The company's product range includes classic V-belts, classic banded V-belts, Kevlar V-belts, metric V-belts, cogged belts, and wedge belts. These belts are essential for transmitting power and maintaining motion across various applications. serving industries such as agriculture, HVAC, construction, logging, and manufacturing, these belts ensure operational efficiency and longevity. Its services are diverse, from providing expertise in belt replacement, maintenance, and industrial equipment parts to offering specialized solutions for road construction and heavy machinery.
Dayco Products LLC, founded in Michign, United States in 1905 is a manufacturer and distributor of essential engine drive systems and aftermarket services for automotive, truck, construction, agriculture, and industrial applications. The company's product portfolio includes Light Duty OE, Heavy Duty OE, Hybrid System Solutions, and H2 Fuel Cell Systems and it is a solutions provider for hybrid electric vehicles. It also offers global distribution network services to the aftermarket industry with a full offering of kits and products.
Hangzhou Chinabase Machinery Co., Ltd., founded in 1992 and based in Hangzhou, China, is a manufacturer specializing in an array of products, including power transmission components. Its key products encompass chains and sprockets for industrial power transmission, gearboxes to enhance torque and reduce speed, couplings for shaft connections, and gears used across industrial applications. Its products find applications in automation, conveyor technology, packaging, food, pharmaceuticals, and more. The company maintains quality and sustainability, holding certifications like ISO 9002, ISO 9001, API, ISO/TS 16949:2002, and ISO 10012 measurement management system.
SKF UK is the British division of SKF, originally founded in 1907 and headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden. SKF designs, develops, and manufacturers bearings, seals, lubrication systems, and services worldwide, with industrial and automotive segments, providing solutions for industries including aerospace, agriculture, transportation, food and beverage, general machinery, material handling, mining, energy, paper, and wind energy. SKF UK offers rolling bearings, mounted bearings, automotive seals, lubrication management, vehicle aftermarket services, waste electric products, and electronic equipment products as well as services including maintenance, remanufacturing, customization, and training.
PIX Transmissions Ltd, based in Bandra, Mumbai is the manufacturer of Belts and mechanical power transmission products in India. The company has belt manufacturing units and an automated rubber mixing facility. The company has a major market share in the UK, Germany, and UAE. The distribution centers in these locations are equipped with technical, commercial, and logistical support. It has loyal partners in 100 diverse countries. It manufactures V-belts, Poly-V belts, banded belts, special belts, industrial belts, etc.
Bando Chemical Industries, LTD. was founded in 1906 in Tokyo is a manufacturer of rubber for power transmission and conveyor belts. The company offers an extensive and diversified product portfolio including automotive power transmission belt products, power transmission belt products for two-wheeled vehicles, conveyor belts, efficient rollers, and polyurethane functional parts among others. These products span a wide spectrum of industrial applications including construction, housing complexes in lifts, transportation in factories, and automobiles.
MAFDEL, established in 1981, is a French manufacturer of thermoweldable profile belts and conveyor belts for many industrial handling applications, located near Lyon in France. The company specializes in manufacturing of thermoweldable profile belts and conveyor belts for many industrial handling applications. With an extensive and ever-changing range of products, it has been meeting many industry needs throughout the world. Advanced production control methods guarantee consistent product design and manufacture thermoweldable belts and conveyor belts intended for continuous industrial handling.
ContiTech, established in 1871 with operations in more than 40 countries, is a manufacturer of rubber and plastic products serving the machine and plant engineering, mining, agriculture, and automotive markets. The company has numerous products, including air spring systems, anti-vibration systems, coated fabrics, compensators and connecting pipes, and conveyor belt systems. ContiTech, with over a century of experience, provides custom aggregate solutions to clients, including asset inventory management, assembly and installation tools, conveyor belt system consulting, and custom production.
W M Berg, founded in 1967 and based in Cudahy, Wisconsin, is a manufacturer and supplier of precision industrial parts. The company delivers ISO 9001:2015 certified products and services, including assemblies, bearings, belts & chains, couplings & shafts, gears, fasteners & hardware, pulleys & sprockets and more. W M Berg provides designing, developing, manufacturing and testing facilities to its clients in the aerospace, medical and motion control industries. Its distributors include Applied Industrial Technology and Motion Industries.
Mitsuboshi Belting Ltd. was founded in 1919 and headquartered in Japan is a manufacturer of rubber and plastics for automotive and industrial power transmission belts. The company offers an extensive and diversified product portfolio including conveyor belts, waterproof materials for civil engineering, architectural waterproofing materials, engineering plastic materials and processing, and SF foam injection molding. These products span a wide spectrum of industries and sectors including housing complexes, transportation, automobiles, and construction as heat resistors.
Megadyne Group established in West Caldwell, NJ in 1980 is a manufacturer of power transmission belts, thermoset and thermoplastic polyurethane belts, rubber timing and v-belts. Their product portfolio includes synchronous belts, such as timing belts and timing pulleys, designed for precise power transmission in synchronous drive systems, Flat Belts and specialty profile belts, used for specific power transmission. The company serves industries such as Automotive and Transportation, Agriculture and Farming and Industrial Machinery and Equipment.
Dayco IP Holdings, LLC, founded in Michigan, USA in 1905, is a manufacturer and supplier of essential engine drive systems and aftermarket services for automotive. The company offers a comprehensive suite of engine drive systems, including belts, pulleys, tensioners, and other critical components, designed to optimize the performance and reliability of automotive and truck engines. It also offers aftermarket services that encompass maintenance, repair, upgrade solutions, product selection, and ongoing maintenance.
Xingtai Boshuo Rubber Co. Ltd., founded in China is a manufacturer and global supplier of rubber transmission belts. The company's product portfolio includes poly v-belts, timing belts, V-belts, toothed belts, and various specifications of industrial belts, oil seals, spark plugs, and other auto parts. Its factory is located in Beiding Industrial Zone, the largest rubber production and export base in North China and it covers an area of 5600 square meters.
Jason Industrial was founded in 1958 in Fairfield, New Jersey. Today, Jason Industrial is the hose division of AMMEGA and manufactures a range of both industrial and hydraulic hose, couplings, equipment, and accessories. Jason Industrial products are designed for the industries in which they serve including agriculture, chemical, HVAC, material handling, and mining. Jason Industrial's product lines include industrial hose products, hydraulic hose products, agricultural hoses, skateboard products, and belts. Jason Industrial also provides guides and resources for distributors and end users.
Princess Auto Ltd., founded in 1933 and based in Winnipeg, Canada, is a supplier of an assortment of tools and equipment with over 50 stores across Canada. In 1977, it opened its first store in Edmonton, Alberta, and became a retailer. The company serves several workers, including inventors, farmers, and tradespeople and stocks products such as outdoor power equipment, hand tools, and hydraulics. It sells items from several brands, such as Dealer’s Choice, Braber Equipment, and King Canada, and it also has a foundation that provides financial assistance to trades students enrolled at Canadian colleges.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Dayco Products LLC |
11.2%
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2 | Gates Corporation |
6.6%
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3 | Optibelt Corporation |
6.0%
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4 | D&D Global Inc. |
5.5%
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5 | V-Belt Global Supply |
5.4%
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6 | Bando USA |
5.4%
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7 | Xingtai Boshuo Rubber Co. Ltd |
5.1%
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8 | Stock Drive Products/Sterling Instrument - SDP/SI |
5.1%
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9 | ContiTech Deutschland GmbH |
5.0%
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10 | Mitsuboshi Belting Ltd. |
4.7%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the v belt & belting page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America | 11 | 55.0% |
China | 2 | 10.0% |
Sweden | 1 | 5.0% |
India | 1 | 5.0% |
Japan | 1 | 5.0% |
France | 1 | 5.0% |
Germany | 1 | 5.0% |
Italy | 1 | 5.0% |
United Kingdom | 1 | 5.0% |