Conveyor belting benchmark
Fabric-based synthetic belts or modular plastic belts.

Problem description
Bidirectional conveyors usually require a central omega drive, which adds bulk, mechanical complexity, and extra weight to the conveyor frame. Modular belts also need a catenary sag, further increasing space requirements and limiting design flexibility.

AMMdrive solution
AMMdrive belts can operate in both directions without a central omega drive. Thanks to the positive drive system, they can push as well as pull, enabling compact, low-maintenance bidirectional conveyors with fewer components.

Conveyor belting benchmark
Fabric-based synthetic belts, often friction-driven with central drive or tensioned V-guides.

Problem description
Wide Z conveyors suffer from belt tension buildup in bends, especially in center-driven or friction-driven designs. This causes the belt to jump out of its path, overstressing V-guides – particularly in wide configurations. Complex mechanical supports like grooved rollers, omega drives, and guide strips are required, increasing cost, space, and maintenance.

AMMdrive solution
Using PRO lug technology, AMMdrive belts enable low-tension, positive tracking in wide Z elevators – without grooved pulleys or V-guides. The belt is supported by dual-edge lugs and center support rollers, distributing force evenly and ensuring smooth, stable running – even in conveyors up to 1500 mm wide. This simplifies construction, improves hygiene, and reduces mechanical stress in critical bend areas.

Conveyor belting benchmark
Fabric-based synthetic belts or modular plastic belts.

Problem description
Friction-driven belts in high-speed systems suffer from elongation, especially under start/stop cycles and heat buildup from friction. They require frequent retensioning and are often tracked using ropes, which can wear out or detach. At speeds above 2 m/s, even slight misalignment can lead to belt damage. While modular belts don’t elongate, they become excessively noisy at high speeds.

AMMdrive solution
AMMdrive belts provide precise, stable tracking at high speeds without elongation or slip, thanks to the positive drive and self-tracking PRO lugs. There’s no need for retensioning, and the system runs quietly and reliably, even under demanding start/stop, multi-cycle operations – making it ideal for fast-paced, synchronized processes.