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Z Type Ladder Belt

Optimized for Hygienic, High-Angle Transport

Premium Z-Type Ladder Belts for Clean, High-Angle Conveying

A Z-Type Ladder Belt—also known as a B-Type Mesh or a variant of Flat Flex Belt—is a lightweight metal conveyor belt made from flat metal strips and cross rods, forming a flexible yet robust open mesh. Its high open area and minimal contact surface make it a hygienic and efficient solution for processes requiring drainage, ventilation, and delicate product handling.

Hygienic Open Structure: Smooth and burr-free welding, and a flat, uniform mesh surface enhance durability and stability.
Clean, Stable Transport on Steep Angles: Excellent for inclined or vertical conveying without slippage, especially in space-constrained layouts.
Tailored to Your Equipment: Options include stainless steel grade (SUS304/316L), pitch, width, edge type (welded or hooked), and custom flights or guards.

Z-Type belts are particularly suited to frying lines, chocolate coating, cooling tunnels, and drying applications in the electronics and food industries.
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Surface Bump

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Special Clenched edge

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Clenched edge

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Standard

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Flat Wire

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Rounded

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Surface Bump

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Surface Bump

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Special Belt

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Bouble Loop

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Special Belt

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Your Z Type Ladder Belt

Key Features of Z-Type Ladder Belt

Z-Type Ladder Belt are widely used in industrial food processing, particularly for freezing and cooling.
Their open mesh design ensures optimal cold air circulation for uniform, efficient freezing.

Ideal for Frying, Coating, and Drying Lines

With its minimal contact surface and high-temperature resistance, the Z-Type Ladder Belt excels in frying applications (e.g., snacks, potato chips), chocolate or batter coating, and drying of heat-sensitive electronic components.

Open Mesh Design for Hygiene

The open mesh structure facilitates rapid drainage and airflow, promoting fast cleaning and compliance with HACCP and food-grade requirements.

Lightweight Yet Durable

Made from SUS304 or SUS316L stainless steel, the belt offers a perfect balance of weight and strength, ensuring durability under high-frequency operation.

Minimal Product Contact Surface

Ideal for delicate or sticky items, the minimal surface design prevents sticking, product deformation, or residue buildup during processing.

Customizable for Precise Fit

Available in multiple mesh sizes, wire widths, pitches, welded or hooked edges, and support for sprocket drive integration.

Available in multiple mesh sizes, wire widths, pitches, welded or hooked edges, and support for sprocket drive integration.

Open design lowers friction and energy consumption while allowing effective in-place cleaning, reducing downtime and cost.

Z Type Ladder Belts Standard Specifications

Material:

SUS304,SUS316

1

Rod Pitch(mm):

4.3-2.0

2

Wirel Dia( mm):

1/1.2/1.4/1.4/1.6/1.8/2/2.3/4

3

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4

Blet Length(mm):

2.4-100

5

Edge Finish(mm):

25.4/31.75/38.1/50.8/63.5/76.2

6

Belt length:

Customized

Z-Type Ladder Belt Components & Accessories

JBL Metal offers a comprehensive range of accessories for Z-Type Ladder Belts, ensuring smooth operation, extended lifespan, and minimal maintenance.
All components are engineered with precise tolerances to maintain belt tracking accuracy and mechanical stability under demanding production environments.

SUS316 Sprockets

SUS304 Sprockets

Stainless steel Sprockets

Nylon Sprockets

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Customize Your Z-Type Ladder Belt for Optimal Performance

At JBL Metal, we understand that each conveying system has unique operational requirements.
Therefore, we offer fully customizable Z-Type Ladder Belts tailored to your specific application, ensuring optimal performance and durability.

100–2300mm

Customizable to fit conveyor width requirements, from 100 to 2300mm.
trapezoidal mesh belt width

Typically 4–15mm.


Adjustable rod and strip pitch to suit product size and load, typically 4–15mm.
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Span (Length Pitch)

Optimized for large drum diameters or long runs, ensuring stable performance.
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SUS304/ SUS316L/ Carbon Steel

Available in SUS304, SUS316L, or carbon steel to suit varied environments.
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SEL

Sel edges available to reinforce belt edge durability.

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Flights / Dividers

Custom height and spacing available; ideal for incline conveying and product separation.
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Type Ladder Belt Common Problems and Expert Solutions | JBL Metal

With our premium materials, precise operation, and strong load capacity,
we ensure your production line runs smoothly, safely, and without interruption.
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Cleaning Challenges and Hygiene Risks

Concern:
Can the belt be thoroughly cleaned to meet strict hygiene requirements in food processing applications?

Worry:
The complex structure of Z-Type Ladder Belts makes cleaning difficult, leading to food residue buildup. This poses serious hygiene risks, increases cleaning time, and may result in product contamination and non-compliance with food safety standards.

JBL Metal Solution:
JBL Metal utilizes open mesh belt designs that allow easy cleaning and efficient drainage, ensuring compliance with hygiene regulations in the food industry and reducing cleaning downtime.

Belt Misalignment Affecting Production Efficiency

Concern:
Will the belt maintain accurate alignment and stable operation during continuous use? Can it avoid misalignment that disrupts production?

Worry:
During operation, Z-Type Ladder Belts may experience tracking deviations, leading to production stoppages, reduced efficiency, and increased maintenance needs.

JBL Metal Solution:
JBL Metal employs precisely designed sprockets and guiding devices, ensuring the belt runs smoothly with stable alignment—minimizing tracking issues and maintaining continuous production efficiency.

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Material Deformation in High-Temperature Environments

Concern:
Can the belt resist deformation when exposed to high-temperature working conditions? Will it maintain durability and performance?

Worry:
In high-temperature environments, substandard belt materials are prone to deformation, which compromises structural integrity, shortens service life, and increases replacement costs.

JBL Metal Solution:
JBL Metal selects high-temperature-resistant stainless steel materials, such as SUS304 and SUS316L, ensuring the belt maintains excellent stability and long-lasting performance even under extreme heat.

Belt Damage from Heavy or Irregularly Shaped Products

Concern:
Will the belt withstand the stress of transporting heavy or irregularly shaped products without damage?

Worry:
When conveying heavy loads or uniquely shaped items, Z-Type Ladder Belts may suffer from structural damage, leading to frequent repairs, operational interruptions, and increased costs.

JBL Metal Solution:
When conveying heavy loads or uniquely shaped items, Z-Type Ladder Belts may suffer from structural damage, leading to frequent repairs, operational interruptions, and increased costs.

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Standard Belts Failing to Meet Specific Production Needs

Concern:
Can the belt be customized to meet the special layouts and functional requirements of different production lines?

Worry:
Standard Z-Type Ladder Belts often lack the flexibility to adapt to unique production line configurations, leading to inefficiencies, reduced productivity, and additional modification expenses.

JBL Metal Solution:
JBL Metal offers full customization services, including adjustable belt width, pitch, edge types, and structural designs—precisely fitting the specific needs of various production lines to maximize operational efficiency.

Maintenance & Replacement Cost

Concern:
Will the belt’s design contribute to excessive energy consumption and high operational costs? Can it operate efficiently while reducing energy usage?

Worry:
Inefficient belt designs can lead to increased energy consumption, driving up operational costs and reducing overall production sustainability.

JBL Metal Solution:
JBL Metal’s Z-Type Ladder Belts are engineered with optimized lightweight structures and smooth transmission designs, reducing friction and lowering energy consumption—achieving efficient operation while cutting down on energy costs.

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Bulk Shipment of Z-Type Ladder Belts Completed | JBL Metal

Meeting stringent client specifications, JBL Metal has successfully completed the large-scale production and shipment of Z-Type Ladder Belts, ensuring exceptional durability, precise alignment, and seamless integration into diverse production systems.

200 meters shipment

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Z-Type Ladder Belt FAQ – Everything You Need to Know

Key Information on Performance, Maintenance, and Application

What industries are Z-Type Ladder Belts suitable for?
Z-Type Ladder Belts are widely used in food processing, baking, cooling, chocolate coating, frying, and electronic component drying, particularly for vertical and inclined conveying.
JBL Metal manufactures Z-Type Ladder Belts using food-grade stainless steel—SUS304 and SUS316L—for excellent temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, and hygiene.
Mesh size and belt width are fully customizable based on product shape, weight, and conveying process. We tailor each belt to match your exact production needs.
Measure the center distance between pulleys, belt path, and transitions. JBL Metal offers technical support for exact length calculation.
Yes. SUS304 and SUS316L belts are heat-resistant and suitable for baking, frying, drying, and pasteurization lines.
How should Z-Type Ladder Belts be cleaned and maintained?
Use manual scrubbing or CIP systems regularly. The open mesh allows fast drainage and cleaning. Check belt tension and wear frequently.
Only Clenched Edge is available, in Single Loop and Double Loop formats. Choose based on your belt strength and structural needs.
Absolutely. Options include mesh size, material grade, belt width, edge style, flights, dividers, and sprocket matching.
Lifespan varies based on material, environment, and maintenance. With proper care, belts can run for years without replacement.
Align sprockets accurately, keep frame level, and maintain proper tension. JBL Metal can offer guide rail and sprocket system support.

Z-Type Ladder Belt Applications – Industry Solutions by JBL Metal

Explore how JBL Metal’s Z-Type Ladder Belts provide efficient conveying solutions across key industries such as food processing, electronics manufacturing, meat patty production, and automotive assembly—designed to meet diverse production needs.

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Frying

Electronic Component Processing

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Cooling

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Coating

Chocolate Production

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