Metal Conveyor Belts Drive Components
Metal Conveyor Belts & Wire Mesh Conveyor Belts Manufacturer
Metal conveyor belts — also called wire mesh conveyor belts, steel mesh belts, or metal belting — are conveyor belts woven or assembled from stainless steel, carbon steel, or high-temperature alloy wire. Compared with rubber or plastic belts, wire mesh belts withstand extreme temperatures (−50°C to +1250°C), allow air and liquid to pass through the open mesh, and meet FDA/GMP food-contact standards — making them the standard choice for baking, frying, freezing, washing, heat treatment, and glass annealing lines.
PFM SCREEN is a factory-direct wire mesh belt manufacturer in China since 1987, producing 16 types of metal conveyor belts in custom sizes with 50+ material options — including stainless steel conveyor belts (SS304 / SS316 / 310S), carbon steel conveyor belts, chain driven conveyor belts, and woven wire conveyor belts.
Est. 1987 — 35+ Years | Export to 60+ Countries | 24-Hour Quote Response | ISO / FDA / SGS Compliant | Factory-Direct Pricing
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Find Wire Mesh Belts by Industry & Application
Not sure which belt type you need? Start with your process:
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Industry / Application
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Recommended Belt Type
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Typical Use
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Baking / Biscuit / Bread
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Compound Weave Belt, Biscuit Baking Belt
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Ovens, biscuit lines, bread baking, continuous baking bands
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Frying / Coating / Enrobing
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Flat Flex Belt, Balanced Spiral Woven Belt
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Frying machines, coating lines, chocolate enrobing, oil drainage
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Freezing / Cooling
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Spiral Freezer Belt, Eye Link Belt
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IQF freezers, spiral freezers, cooling tunnels, proofers
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Washing / Drying
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Honeycomb Belt, Balanced Spiral Woven Belt
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Vegetable washing, drying ovens, cleaning lines, air circulation
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Heat Treatment / Furnace
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Chain Link Belt, Balanced Spiral Woven Belt
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Annealing, quenching, brazing, sintering, high-temperature conveying
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Heavy Load / Scrap Handling
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Plate Link Belt, Chain Driven Belt
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Foundry, stamping scrap, metal parts, sharp or heavy products
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Wire Mesh Belt Type Comparison — Quick Selection Guide
Compare the most popular metal conveyor belt types by structure, open area, and best application:
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Belt Type
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Structure
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Open Area
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Best For
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Balanced Spiral Woven
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Alternating L/R spirals + crimped cross rods
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Medium–High
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Most versatile — baking, annealing, washing, cooling
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Compound Weave
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Densely packed spirals, flat closed surface
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Low
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Small products — biscuits, nuts, powder, hardware
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Chain Link
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Interlocking wire links, chain driven
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High
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Heavy loads, quenching, scrap handling
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Flat Flex
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Z-bent wire, single-layer open mesh
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Up to 85%
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Frying, enrobing, coating, light food transfer
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Eye Link
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Wire eyes on cross rods, positive drive
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High
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Freezing, cooling, hygienic food lines
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Honeycomb (Flat Wire)
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Flat wire strips + cross rods
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High
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Drying, sorting, light-to-medium loads
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Plate Link
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Steel plates + chains, heavy construction
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Low
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Foundry, stamping scrap, sharp/heavy parts
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Spiral Freezer
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Collapsible mesh for spiral systems
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High
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IQF freezing, spiral coolers, proofers
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Not sure which type fits your line? Send us your application details — our engineers reply within 24 hours with a recommendation and quote.
Metal Conveyor Belt Material Comparison
Reference table for material selection. View complete material chart
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Material
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Max Temp
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Food Grade
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Corrosion Resistance
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Best For
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Carbon Steel
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550°C
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No
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Low
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General industrial, non-food
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Galvanized Mild Steel
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400°C
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No
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Moderate
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Outdoor, humid environments
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Chrome Molybdenum
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700°C
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No
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Moderate
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High-strength heat applications
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SS304 Stainless Steel
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750°C
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Yes — FDA
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Good
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Food processing — most popular
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SS316 Stainless Steel
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800°C
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Yes — FDA
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Excellent
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Corrosive, marine, chemical, meat
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SS316L Stainless Steel
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800°C
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Yes — FDA
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Excellent
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Welded structures, low-carbon
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SS321 Stainless Steel
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750°C
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Yes
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Good
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Thermal cycling resistance
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314 Stainless Steel
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1120°C
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No
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Good
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Furnaces, annealing, glass lehr
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310S Stainless Steel
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1250°C
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No
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Good
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Extreme heat, sintering — top pick
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37/18 Nickel Chrome
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1120°C
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No
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Very Good
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High-temp + corrosion
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80/20 Nickel Chrome
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1150°C
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No
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Very Good
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Superior high-temp strength
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Inconel 600
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1150°C
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No
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Excellent
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Extreme heat + corrosive
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Inconel 601
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1150°C
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No
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Excellent
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Oxidation resistance at extreme temps
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* Temperatures are approximate; actual limits depend on load, atmosphere, and belt design. Contact us for application-specific recommendations.
Wire Mesh Conveyor Belt Price — What Determines the Cost?
As a factory-direct manufacturer, PFM SCREEN offers wire mesh conveyor belts at 30–50% below typical distributor pricing. The final price of a metal conveyor belt depends on five factors:
1. Material grade — carbon steel is the most economical; SS304 is the food-industry standard; SS316, 310S, and Inconel command higher prices for corrosion and extreme-temperature resistance.
2. Belt dimensions — width, total length, wire diameter, and mesh density (finer mesh = more material and labor).
3. Belt type — simple balanced weave designs cost less than plate link or self-stacking spiral constructions.
4. Edge finish & accessories — welded edges are standard; chain edges, side guards, and flights add cost.
5. Order quantity — larger volumes reduce per-meter pricing significantly.
Because every belt is custom manufactured, we quote per project. Send your belt specifications (width, length, pitch, wire diameter, material) and receive a factory-direct quotation within 24 hours — free of charge.
Production Capability
PFM SCREEN Belting’s production workshop is located in Anping County, Hebei Province — the world-famous “Hometown of Wire Mesh” and China’s largest wire mesh R&D, production, and trading hub. Our plant covers over 12,000 square meters and has manufactured metal conveyor belts for over 35 years.
Our factory includes specialized departments: raw material workshop, machining workshop, mesh belt forming workshop, mesh belt assembly workshop, welding workshop, and cleaning workshop. Annual production and sales exceed 120,000 meters of metal conveyor belts. We are happy to assist you with configuring the best wire belting for your production process.
Metal mesh belts produced by PFM SCREEN Belting include the following types:
• Balanced Woven Conveyor Belts
• Compound Weave Conveyor Belts
• Chain Link Conveyor Belts
• Flexible Rod Conveyor Belts
• Flat Flex Conveyor Belts
• Eye Link Conveyor Belts
• Honeycomb Conveyor Belts
• Plate Link Conveyor Belts
• Biscuit Baking Belts
• Ladder Conveyor Belts
• Woven Rod Bar Conveyor Belts
• Veneer Dryer Wire Mesh Belts
• Chain Driven Conveyor Belts
BEIJING PFM SCREEN Conveyor Belt Product Catalog (PDF)
Materials Available
PFM SCREEN Belting offers a comprehensive range of material choices depending on the belt type and application. Our team provides expert advice on the best material for your specific process and application.
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Category
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Materials
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Typical Use
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Stainless Steel
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AISI 302, AISI 304, AISI 316, AISI 310, AISI 314
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Food processing, corrosive environments, high temperature
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Carbon / Galvanized Steel
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Spring steel, carbon steel, galvanized mild steel
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General industrial, dry environments, cost-effective
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High-Temp Alloys
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Chrome molybdenum, Inconel, nickel-chrome alloys
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Heat treatment, furnaces, extreme environments
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Metal Conveyor Belts Making Equipment
Our workshops are equipped with laser cutting machines, numerical-control bending machines, numerical-control turret punch presses, precision automatic presses, mesh belt forming machines and other advanced equipment. The high degree of automation has greatly improved production efficiency and reduced production costs.
Laser cutting machines — suitable for cutting carbon steel and stainless steel plate, used to manufacture machine accessories, conveyor drive chains, Plate Link Conveyor Belts and more.
Numerical-control wire forming machines — used to make high efficiency, durable Balanced Woven Conveyor Belts, Chain Link Conveyor Belts, Flat Flex Conveyor Belts, Eye Link Conveyor Belts and more.
Applications — Industries and Processes
PFM SCREEN Belting manufactures metal conveyor belts used in Food Processing, Textiles, Electronics, Agriculture, Automotive, Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Packaging, and more. Our belts serve diverse applications from freezing tunnels at −40°C to heat treatment furnaces at 1250°C.
Watch our factory video: PFM SCREEN Metal Conveyor Belts Manufacturing (YouTube)
Quality Test
Our quality assurance is divided into three stages:
1. Raw Material Inspection — All incoming raw materials are inspected before entering production.
2. Inspection in Manufacturing — We test all specification items: wire diameter, pitch, rod diameter, belt thickness, belt width, belt length, and more.
3. Quality Control before Shipping — We conduct 100% inspection and qualified products are stamped with QA PASS. Special wooden crates ensure products are delivered without damage.
Packing
Lighter metal conveyor belts:
1. Custom-made plywood wooden boxes according to the belt’s roll diameter.
2. Lay cushioning air cushion film in the wooden box and conduct moisture-proof treatment.
3. Place the conveyor belt into the wooden box for sealing.
Heavier metal conveyor belts:
1. Custom steel tray.
2. Divide the conveyor belt into sections.
3. Fix the segmented belt to the steel pallet.
4. Load into the container.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about wire mesh conveyor belts, materials, pricing, and ordering
Q1. How much does a wire mesh conveyor belt cost?
Wire mesh conveyor belt pricing depends on material grade, belt dimensions (width and length), mesh density, belt type, edge finish, and order quantity. Carbon steel belts are the most economical; SS304 is the food-industry standard; SS316, 310S, and Inconel cost more for corrosion and extreme-temperature performance. As a factory-direct manufacturer since 1987, PFM SCREEN typically prices 30–50% below distributor levels.
Send your specifications for an exact quotation within 24 hours — free of charge.
Q2. What is the difference between balanced spiral and compound weave conveyor belts?
Balanced Spiral belts use alternating left and right-hand wound spirals connected by crimped cross rods — the most versatile type for general applications from food processing to heat treatment. Compound Weave belts pack multiple spirals and cross rods per pitch for a much denser, flatter surface with minimal apertures — ideal for small products like biscuits, nuts, or small mechanical components.
Q3. How long do metal conveyor belts last?
With proper installation and maintenance, PFM SCREEN metal conveyor belts typically last
1 to 8 years. Lifespan depends on operating temperature, load weight, belt speed, material (SS316 lasts significantly longer in corrosive environments), and maintenance frequency.
Read our troubleshooting guide.
Q4. What temperature can metal wire mesh belts withstand?
Metal wire mesh belts can withstand −50°C to +1250°C depending on material. Carbon steel: up to 550°C. SS304: up to 750°C. 314 stainless: up to 1120°C. 310S: up to 1250°C. Inconel 600/601: up to 1150°C with superior oxidation resistance. See our material comparison table above.
Q5. Can you customize belt width, length, and edge type?
Yes, absolutely. All PFM SCREEN belts are fully customizable: belt width, total length, spiral wire pitch, cross rod pitch, wire diameters, material grade (50+ options), edge type (welded, laddered, hooked, chain-driven), and accessories.
Send us your specifications for a custom quotation within 24 hours.
Q6. What metal conveyor belt is best for food processing?
Balanced Spiral Woven belts in SS304 are the industry standard — FDA, GMP, and EU 1935/2004/EC compliant. For corrosive environments (meat, seafood), upgrade to SS316. For baking: Compound Weave or Biscuit Baking Bands. For frying: Flat Flex belts (up to 85% open area). For freezing: Spiral Freezer belts.
Q7. How do I measure and order a replacement conveyor belt?
To order a replacement, provide: (1) belt width (mm), (2) total belt length (mm), (3) spiral wire pitch (mm), (4) cross rod pitch (mm), (5) spiral wire diameter (mm), (6) cross wire diameter (mm), (7) material grade, (8) edge type, (9) any accessories.
Download our Standard Enquiry Form (PDF).
Q8. Why choose PFM SCREEN as your wire mesh belt manufacturer?
Factory-direct since 1987 — 35+ years of wire mesh belt manufacturing in Anping, China’s wire mesh capital.
16 belt types, 50+ materials — one supplier for all your conveying needs.
Full customization — every belt made to your exact specifications.
Export experience — shipped to 60+ countries with export-grade packing.
Fast response — every inquiry answered within 24 hours with technical support included.
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