Perforated Flat Top Vacuum Conveyor Belt

What Makes This Belt Different

The Perforated Flat Top Vacuum Conveyor Belt (5935-FT-VAC) is a high-performance plastic modular belt designed with a precisely arranged perforation pattern across its flat top surface. This open-area structure allows negative pressure — generated by suction fans beneath the conveyor — to hold lightweight, fragile, or irregularly shaped products firmly against the belt surface during transit. The result is controlled, slip-free transport without mechanical clamps or guides.

Available in three material grades — XLG, PS, and XP — the belt accommodates working temperatures from 4°C to 105°C and handles working loads of up to 13,000 N at 21°C. With a pitch of 19.05 mm and a minimum backflex radius of just 25 mm, it integrates smoothly into compact conveyor frames used across UK food, pharmaceutical, and light industrial environments.

Whether you are replacing an existing belt on a vacuum-hold-down line or specifying a new system for your facility, this belt delivers repeatable results session after session. Non-standard widths are available on request — our technical team will advise on optimal perforation ratios and vacuum fan sizing.

19.05 mm

Belt Pitch

13,000 N

Max Working Load (Dry)

4–105°C

Working Temperature Range (XP)

25 mm

Min Backflex Radius

XLG

Acetal Copolymer

Excellent chemical resistance and dimensional stability. Ideal for dry food environments and general industrial conveying. Working temperature 4–65°C. Weight: 6.3 kg/m².

PS

Polypropylene

Lightweight and corrosion-resistant, suited to wet wash-down environments and humid processing areas. Working temperature 4–65°C. Weight: 6.3 kg/m². Low water absorption retains dimensional form.

XP

High-Temperature Polymer

Designed for high-temperature applications such as tunnel ovens, heated drying lines, and sterilisation conveyors. Extended temperature range 4–105°C. Lighter at 4.9 kg/m² with a max load of 7,000 N.

Zero Product Marks

The unbroken flat top surface means no embossing or pressure marks on packaging films, labels, or food products — a key requirement for high-care zones and premium branded goods.

Modular Replacement

Individual modules snap in and out without removing the entire belt from the frame. Maintenance teams can replace a damaged section during a short production break — no specialist tools required.

Chemical Resistance

XLG and PS grades withstand standard cleaning agents, sanitisers, and dilute acids used in food hygiene protocols. The XP grade maintains its properties through repeated thermal cycling in oven or sterilisation applications.

High Line Speed Stability

Uniform vacuum hold-down across the full belt width prevents product wandering or rotating at line speeds above 30 m/min — improving downstream registration accuracy for printing, coding, and weighing stations.

Custom Width Available

Standard assembly follows W = 76.2 × N mm. Where existing conveyor frames fall outside this range, non-standard width belts are manufactured to order with full technical documentation.

Compact Return Path

The 25 mm minimum backflex radius permits tight end drum diameters, allowing the belt to operate in low-profile conveyor frames — useful in cramped production areas or under-line transfer applications.

Food & Bakery

Transporting biscuits, crackers, sliced bread, and confectionery through packaging and checkweighing stations without product tumble or orientation loss.

Pharmaceutical Packaging

Blister packs and foil-sealed trays require mark-free flat surfaces and precise positioning for laser coding and vision inspection equipment.

Print & Converting

Printed sheets and labels are held flat by vacuum during guillotining, die-cutting, and inspection — eliminating misfeeds caused by static or airflow.

Electronics Assembly

PCBs and component trays travel through soldering and inspection stations with full orientation control, reducing rework caused by shifting during transit.

Thermal Processing

XP-grade modules handle continuous oven or pasteuriser conveying up to 105°C, replacing metal mesh belts on lines that demand a smooth, drip-free surface.

“We have been through three other belt suppliers in the past decade. This is the first perforated belt that actually holds our product consistently at full line speed. The modular design is a huge operational benefit.”

— Engineering Manager, Bakery Goods Producer
Coventry, West Midlands, UK

“Our pharmaceutical packaging line requires FDA-compliant materials and zero particle contamination. The XLG grade passed our internal validation first time. Lead time was shorter than any domestic supplier quoted us.”

— Maintenance Director, Contract Pharma CMO
Leeds, Yorkshire, UK

“The XP grade in our tunnel oven has now run eleven months without a single module replacement. Previous metal belts needed re-tensioning every six weeks. The weight saving also reduced our drive motor load noticeably.”

— Production Manager, Ready-Meal Manufacturer
Glasgow, Scotland, UK

What is the best perforated flat top vacuum conveyor belt for food processing lines in the UK?

For most UK food processing applications, the 5935-FT-VAC in XLG or PS material is the recommended starting point. XLG acetal copolymer suits dry environments and delivers excellent chemical resistance against standard food-safe sanitisers. PS polypropylene is preferred where frequent wet wash-down occurs. Both grades carry working temperatures from 4°C to 65°C and a working load of 13,000 N, covering the majority of food line speeds and product weights. If your line operates in a thermal processing zone above 65°C, the XP grade with its 4–105°C range is the correct choice.

How much does a perforated vacuum conveyor belt cost, and where can I get a price for a non-standard width in the UK?

Pricing depends on belt width, material grade, and order quantity. Standard widths follow the W = 76.2 × N formula, which keeps costs predictable and lead times short. Non-standard widths are produced to order and priced individually — typically within 24 hours of receiving your frame dimensions. To get an accurate quote for your specific application, email [email protected] with your belt width, length, material grade preference, and estimated operating conditions.

Which plastic modular belt material should I choose for a pharmaceutical packaging conveyor operating in a UK clean room?

The XLG (acetal copolymer) grade is most commonly specified for pharmaceutical packaging environments. It meets standard material compliance requirements, produces minimal particulate wear, and is dimensionally stable across the typical clean room temperature range of 15–25°C. The smooth flat top surface prevents product damage during transit, and the modular design facilitates belt inspection and section replacement during scheduled maintenance windows — an important consideration under GMP guidelines.

How do I calculate the correct width when ordering a vacuum conveyor belt for my existing UK conveyor frame?

The standard belt width formula for the 5935-FT-VAC is W = 76.2 × N mm, where N is the number of belt modules assembled side by side. A 304.8 mm wide belt, for instance, uses N = 4. If your frame requires a width that does not divide evenly into 76.2 mm increments, please contact our sales team — we will produce a non-standard width and confirm the exact dimension before cutting the belt to length.

Where can I find a reliable supplier of perforated plastic modular belts for UK food and packaging manufacturers?

We supply the 5935-FT-VAC Perforated Flat Top Vacuum Conveyor Belt directly to manufacturers across England, Scotland, and Wales. Our belts are held in stock in the most common standard widths, with non-standard and custom configurations produced to order. Orders placed with full specifications are typically quoted within 24 hours and despatched within the agreed lead time. Contact us at [email protected] for availability and current delivery timescales to your UK location.

When should I replace individual modules on a perforated flat top vacuum conveyor belt instead of replacing the whole belt?

Module replacement is appropriate when isolated physical damage — chipping, cracking, or perforation blockage on one or two modules — is causing product hold-down problems without affecting the rest of the belt. Because the 5935-FT-VAC is fully modular, a single damaged section can be removed by disengaging the hinge rod and snapping in a replacement module, typically in under ten minutes. Full belt replacement becomes necessary when overall wear has reduced structural integrity across multiple modules, or when the belt has operated beyond its recommended service life for the given load and temperature conditions.