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RF-BF Series — Belt Filter & Belt Press Fabrics

Continuous filter belts for horizontal vacuum belt filters, belt presses, and gravity drainage systems. Engineered for dimensional stability, high throughput, and extended belt life.

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Woven herringbone filter belt for horizontal belt filters and belt presses

Series Overview

The RF-BF Series is our dedicated range of continuous filter belts, developed for reliable performance in belt filters and belt presses across mining, wastewater, food, and chemical industries. Every belt is manufactured to your machine’s exact dimensions with precise seaming and edge finishing.

Dimensional Stability

Precise belt tracking

High Strength

Flex & abrasion resistant

Custom Dimensions

Up to 4,000 mm width

Seam Options

Clipper & endless belts

Material Options

Belt material selection depends on chemical environment, temperature, and mechanical loads.

PET (Polyester)

The standard choice for belt filters. Excellent mechanical strength, good dimensional stability, and cost-effective for a wide range of dewatering applications.

PP (Polypropylene)

Full pH resistance (1–14) makes PP the material of choice for acid and alkali slurries. Slightly lower temperature limit but excellent chemical durability.

PA (Polyamide / Nylon)

Superior abrasion resistance and elasticity. Well-suited for mining belt filters where sharp particles cause accelerated surface wear.

Belt Configurations

Clipper Seam Belts

Quick on-site installation and replacement using interlocking stainless steel clips. Ideal for frequent belt changes and where downtime must be minimised.

Endless Belts

Woven as a continuous loop for maximum seam-free performance. Best for high-pressure applications where seam leakage must be eliminated.

Guide Strip Options

Welded or sewn guide strips for precise belt tracking. Available as V-guides, flat guides, or T-profiles to match your machine’s guidance system.

Edge & Surface Finishing

Heat-Sealed Edges

Prevents fraying and extends edge life. Standard on all RF-BF belts to ensure consistent performance over the belt’s full service life.

Reinforced Edges

Double-layer or bound edges for belt press applications where high lateral tension loads are common.

Calendered Surface

Heat-pressure finishing creates a smoother cake contact surface for improved release and initial filtrate clarity.

Technical Specifications

Approximate values. Actual specifications depend on weave construction and application requirements.

MaterialMax. Temp.pH RangeAir PermeabilityWeightMax. Width
PET (Polyester)150 °C2–10200–1,200 L/m²/s400–1,200 g/m²4,000 mm
PP (Polypropylene)100 °C1–14250–1,500 L/m²/s350–1,000 g/m²4,000 mm
PA (Polyamide)120 °C3–11180–1,000 L/m²/s400–1,100 g/m²3,500 mm

Applications

The RF-BF Series is proven across a wide range of industries and belt filter/belt press configurations.

Mining & Minerals
Wastewater Treatment
Phosphoric Acid
Flue Gas Desulphurisation
Food Processing
Pulp & Paper
Chemical Industry
Starch & Sugar

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