Corrugated Sidewall Conveyor Belt
Corrugated Sidewall Rubber Conveyor Belt
A base band with vulcanized corrugated sidewalls and T/TC-type cleats, built to carry bulk material at large incline and near-vertical angles with zero spillage and no intermediate transfer points — sidewall heights up to 500mm, base widths from 300mm to 1400mm and beyond._1788745817_WNo_800d800.jpg)
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Three parts, one continuous incline
A corrugated sidewall belt is built from a base band, a corrugated retaining sidewall, and a diaphragm (cleat). The sidewall keeps material from sliding or spilling off the edges, and its corrugated profile lets it flex smoothly around the head and tail drums instead of cracking the way a straight rigid wall would. The diaphragm sits between the sidewalls and physically supports the load, which is what makes large-angle — even near-vertical — conveying possible using the T or TC cleat profile. Sidewall and diaphragm are joined to the base band by secondary vulcanization for high bond strength, so the assembly runs as a single belt rather than a mechanically fastened add-on. For higher-load applications, sidewalls and cleats can be reinforced with diagonal fabric (our standard is XE-layer reinforcement), or with a metal breaker for cross-direction rigidity where the specification calls for it.- ConstructionBase band + sidewall + diaphragm
- Sidewall height rangeUp to 500mm
- Cleat profileT-type, TC-type
- Sidewall/cleat reinforcementXE-layer fabric or metal breaker
- Bonding methodSecondary vulcanization
- Cover grade standardsDIN 22102, RMA, AS 1332, SABS 1173, IS 1891, BS 490, JIS K 6322
What this design gets you over a standard incline conveyor
Every advantage here comes directly from eliminating transfer points and running one continuous enclosed path from horizontal to steep incline or vertical.No transfer points
One belt carries material through the full horizontal-to-incline transition, removing the drop chutes and secondary conveyors that cause dust and spillage.
No spillage at steep angles
The sidewall and diaphragm contain the load mechanically, so steep or near-vertical sections run clean without skirting or containment add-ons.
Maximum use of space
Replacing a bucket elevator or a multi-conveyor transfer chain with one sidewall belt cuts the footprint significantly — valuable in confined plant layouts and ship-loading towers.
Low maintenance, long service life
Fewer transfer points means fewer wear points; secondary-vulcanized sidewalls stay bonded to the base band under continuous flex cycles.
Wide material range
Handles everything from fine powders to lump material, since the diaphragm spacing and sidewall height are selected to match your product.
Low power, quiet running
A single continuous drive replaces multiple conveyor motors and drop points, cutting both power draw and noise.
Base belt width to sidewall height reference
Standard parameter combinations for base belt width, sidewall height, cleat (TC) height, and the resulting effective and empty belt widths — use this to shortlist a configuration before we quote your incline angle and throughput.| Base Belt Width | Sidewall Height | Cleat Height (TC) | Sidewall Bottom Width | Effective Base Width | Empty Belt Width |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 | 40 | 35 | 25 | 180 | 35 |
| 300 | 60 | 55 | 50 | 120 | 40 |
| 300 | 80 | 75 | 50 | 120 | 40 |
| 400 | 60 | 55 | 50 | 180 | 60 |
| 400 | 80 | 75 | 50 | 180 | 60 |
| 400 | 100 | 90 | 50 | 180 | 60 |
| 500 | 80 | 75 | 50 | 250 | 75 |
| 500 | 100 | 90 | 50 | 250 | 75 |
| 500 | 120 | 110 | 50 | 250 | 75 |
| 650 | 100 | 90 | 50 | 350 | 100 |
| 650 | 120 | 110 | 50 | 350 | 100 |
| 650 | 160 | 140 | 75 | 300 | 100 |
| 800 | 120 | 110 | 50 | 460 | 120 |
| 800 | 160 | 140 | 75 | 410 | 120 |
| 800 | 200 | 180 | 75 | 410 | 120 |
| 1000 | 160 | 140 | 75 | 550 | 150 |
| 1000 | 200 | 180 | 75 | 550 | 150 |
| 1000 | 240 | 220 | 75 | 550 | 150 |
| 1200 | 160 | 140 | 75 | 690 | 180 |
| 1200 | 200 | 180 | 75 | 690 | 180 |
| 1200 | 240 | 220 | 75 | 690 | 180 |
| 1200 | 300 | 260 | 100 | 640 | 180 |
| 1400 | 200 | 180 | 75 | 830 | 210 |
| 1400 | 240 | 220 | 75 | 830 | 210 |
| 1400 | 300 | 260 | 100 | 780 | 210 |
| 1400 | 400 | 360 | 100 | 780 | 210 |
Cover grade by international standard
We quote cover rubber to whichever standard your project specifies. The three most requested reference sets:| Grade | Tensile (MPa) | Elongation (%) | Abrasion (mm³) |
|---|---|---|---|
| W | 18 | 400 | 90 |
| X | 25 | 450 | 120 |
| Y | 20 | 400 | 150 |
| Z | 15 | 350 | 250 |
| Grade | Tensile (MPa) | Elongation (%) | Abrasion (mm³) |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | 18 | 400 | 70 |
| C | 20 | 400 | 150 |
| M | 25 | 450 | 120 |
| N | 17 | 400 | 150 |
Built for buyers moving material at steep or vertical angles
If your layout currently needs a bucket elevator, a pipe conveyor, or a chain of transfer conveyors just to gain height, a corrugated sidewall belt is worth quoting against it.- Cement plant raw material & clinker handling
- Coal-fired power plant fuel handling
- Port & ship-loading tower elevation
- Underground & tunnel mine haulage
- Quarry & aggregate vertical lift systems
- Grain & oilseed elevator replacement
- Chemical & fertilizer plant bulk transfer
- Waste-to-energy & recycling sorting lines
- Steel mill sinter & raw material handling
- Confined-footprint plant retrofits
Common questions
What's the difference between T-type and TC-type cleats?
Both are diaphragm profiles that support the load between sidewalls; TC-type is the taller, more rigid profile typically specified for steeper angles or heavier lump material, while T-type suits lighter-duty and lower-angle runs.
When do I need metal breaker reinforcement instead of XE-layer fabric?
XE-layer diagonal fabric reinforcement is our standard and covers most sidewall/cleat loads. Metal breaker is specified where cross-direction rigidity under heavy or sharp lump impact is a concern — tell us your material and load and we'll confirm which is appropriate.
How do I choose base belt width versus sidewall height?
Base belt width is set by your required throughput and existing pulley/frame width; sidewall height is set by incline angle and cross-sectional load. Use the parameter table as a starting shortlist, then we size the exact combination against your incline and tonnage.
Can sidewall height exceed 500mm for very high-capacity lines?
500mm is our standard maximum sidewall height across the listed configurations; higher or non-standard combinations can be discussed for specific high-capacity projects.
What information do you need to quote a corrugated sidewall belt?
Incline angle, material type and lump size, required throughput, base belt width or available frame width, and preferred cover grade standard (DIN, RMA, SABS, or other).
