Through material analysis, Smithers can conduct adhesion and abrasion resistance testing. By benchmarking materials and products, we can create an objective, reproducible, data-based foundation to compare rubber conveyor belt constructions, compositions, performance properties, reinforcements’ characteristics and other properties.

Smithers US and European laboratories are also equipped to conduct a variety of chemical analyses procedures used for product development inclusing:

  • Compound deformulation / formulation
  • Service life prediction
  • Quality assurance
  • Conveyor belt failure analysis
  • Forensic investigation


Smithers can test to a range of industry standards for conveyor belts. For conveyor belts used in food processing and production, we can also support you with relevant migration testing for food contact materials.

Common Standards

ISO 4649

Abrasion resistance of rubbers

ISO 283

Textile conveyor belts: thickness tensile strength and elongation

ISO 505

Textile conveyor belts: tear propagation resistance

ISO 1431

Resistance to ozone cracking in rubber (vulcanized and thermoplastic)

ISO 9856

Elastic and permanent elongation and calculation of elastic modulus

ASTM D378

Rubber (Elastomeric) Conveyor Belting, Flat Type

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