SuperScrew Rubber Joint Material

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Overview of SuperScrew Rubber Joint Material

The SuperScrew is a revolutionary rubber jointing solution used for conveyor belts, offering high durability, flexibility, and ease of installation. Designed as an alternative to traditional mechanical fasteners and vulcanized splicing methods, the SuperScrew is a pre-fabricated rubber material that simplifies conveyor belt jointing, making it ideal for both emergency repairs and long-term solutions.

Manufactured with precision-engineered rubber and textile reinforcement, the SuperScrew ensures excellent performance across a wide range of applications, environments, and belt types.

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Material Composition

The SuperScrew is composed of high-quality components that provide exceptional mechanical and chemical properties:

  • Rubber: Made from wear-resistant, abrasion-proof synthetic rubber to ensure longevity under demanding conditions.
  • Textile Reinforcement: Multiple layers of polyester or aramid fabrics provide high tensile strength and prevent elongation.
  • Embedded Steel Inserts (Optional): For extra durability in high-load applications.
  • Adhesives: High-performance bonding agents are used during installation to create a reliable and seamless joint.

    The material can be tailored for specific operating conditions, such as resistance to oil, heat, and fire.

Key Features and Benefits

  1. Versatility
    – Compatible with a wide range of belt types, including PVC, PU, and PVG.
    – Suitable for applications in mining, quarries, waste management, food processing, manufacturing, and logistics.
  2. Easy Installation
       – No need for heavy machinery or specialized tools.
       – Can be installed using simple hand tools, reducing downtime significantly.
       – Ideal for both on-site repairs and preventive maintenance.
  3. Durability
       – Resistant to wear, abrasion, and impact damage, ensuring long service life.
       – Can withstand high levels of stress, including tension, compression, and bending.
  4. Flexibility
       – Maintains performance in environments with variable belt speeds and angles.
       – Adapts to pulleys of various diameters, ensuring smooth operation.
  5. Resistance Properties
       – Available in heat-resistant, oil-resistant, and flame-retardant variants.
       – Performs effectively in extreme temperatures (-30°C to 150°C) and aggressive chemical environments.
  6. Cost-Effective
       – Reduces maintenance and downtime costs by enabling quick and efficient repairs.
       – Eliminates the need for expensive vulcanization equipment or service teams.

Applications

The SuperScrew rubber joint material is designed for use in the following industries and applications:
– **Mining and Quarrying**: Handles abrasive materials such as ores, rocks, and gravel.
– **Waste Management**: Durable under heavy loads of recyclables and waste.
– **Food and Beverage**: Ensures hygiene and compliance with food-grade requirements.
– **Logistics and Warehousing**: Reliable for high-speed and variable load operations.
– **Agriculture**: Resistant to wear from transporting grains, fertilizers, and other agricultural products.

Installation Process

  1. **Preparation**
    – Cut the conveyor belt ends squarely for proper alignment.
    – Clean the belt surfaces to remove dirt, oil, or contaminants.
  2. **Sizing the SuperScrew**
       – Measure and cut the SuperScrew material to the required length of the joint.
  3. **Fixation**
       – Align the SuperScrew material on the belt ends.
       – Drill holes through the material and belt using a template or pre-marked guide.
       – Insert self-tapping screws or bolts to secure the SuperScrew to the belt.
  4. **Finishing**
       – Tighten the screws evenly to ensure a uniform connection.
       – Trim any excess material for a smooth and professional finish.

Technical Specifications

Property Value
Material Synthetic Rubber + Textile Reinforcement
Operating Temperature -30°C to 150°C
Tensile Strength Up to 1250 N/mm
Belt Width Compatibility 300mm to 2000mm
Resistance Options Heat, Oil, Flame, Abrasion
Pulley Diameter Minimum 200mm
Certification ISO 9001, FDA (Food Grade Options)

Maintenance and Lifespan

  • Routine Checks: Periodically inspect the SuperScrew joint for wear and tear, ensuring that screws remain tight and the joint is aligned.
  • Longevity: With proper installation and maintenance, the SuperScrew can last as long as the conveyor belt itself under normal operating conditions.

Conclusion

The SuperScrew rubber joint material is a game-changer in conveyor belt jointing, offering an efficient, durable, and cost-effective solution. Its ability to perform in diverse applications and challenging environments makes it the preferred choice for industries worldwide.

Whether you’re dealing with emergency repairs or planning a long-term solution, the SuperScrew provides the performance, reliability, and convenience you need to keep your operations running smoothly.

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MATT BEVERLEY

A time served Mechanical engineer Matt’s background includes many high-profile projects within the Automotive Industry: The Rolls Royce Phantom, Rolls Royce Cullinan, Spyker Le-Mans racing teams, Bentley, Aston Martin, and Airbus A380. This history and knowledge of complex manufacturing and engineering projects have been transferred and further developed into the bulk material handling sector. Matt has work in Europe, North America, Indonesia, and China

He joined the bulk solids and bulk handling industry in 2019 as Managing Director of Hoverdale UK Ltd and subsequently completed a Management buyout in July 2020. The business has grown yearly, increased employment, its customer base, and worldwide reputation, and disrupted the market with groundbreaking innovative technology. Since Matt took over Hoverdale, the company has filed four patents for innovation; one was granted in 2023 for a design to improve bulk handling. The success had been driven by delivering tailored solutions to the waste recycling sectors that keep material flowing out and money flowing in.

Awards Include

  • 2024 – Shapa company of the Year
  • 2024- Shapa Innovation in Technology
  • 2024- MHEA Engineer of the year
  • 2021 – MHEA Innovation of the year
  • 2021- IMechE Innovation award

Current Positions Include.

  • Group Chairman Hoverdale UK Ltd
  • President (MHEA) Material Handling Engineers Association
  • Vice Chairman: IMechE Bulk Material Handling Committee
  • Council Member: (SHAPA) Solids Handling & Particle Association
  • Member: Chartered Management Institute

Matt has been happily married to Julie for 22 years and has 4 children, 3 of which are involved within the Hoverdale group of companies. He is an RFU level 2 qualified coach and referee having been in several head coaching roles at various age groups from under 6’s to adults for his local team Nuneaton RFC. He believes in the core values that rugby teaches of Teamwork, Respect, Enjoyment, Discipline, Sportsmanship and try’s to carry this through in his day to day business activities. He is passionate at brining the next generation of young, diverse engineers into the sector through promotion of apprenticeship scheme and further education routes.

DAVID BARTER

David is an experienced leader, with a background covering Operations, eCommerce, Finance, Compliance, HR and IT. His career spans Banking, Retail and Engineering, spending the majority of his career working for ALDI as they grew to become 4th largest supermarket in the UK, including seven years on their UK board as Managing Director of IT and eCommerce.

David joined Hoverdale’s Senior Management Team in 2023 to seek a fresh challenge in a completely different industry sector. He has applied his approach to Process Improvement, Efficiency, Customer Service and Teamwork to great effect during Hoverdale’s sustained growth.

Married to Jane, with three adult sons between them, David volunteers on the board of the Nottingham Playhouse theatre as well as his local rugby and football clubs. Any spare time he spends enjoying walks with their Golden Retriever, Buzz, who is also regularly seen in the Hoverdale office.

BEN DUCHESNE

Ben is a time serviced field service engineer in the busy waste and recycling sector, who’s career moved into to managing service teams and beyond. Originally beginning his career with a HGV repair and maintenance apprenticeship with IVECO, from there travelling and working in multiple countries moving towards waste processing shredders.

Ben joined the Hoverdale team in September 2024 seeking to apply his extensive knowledge to a new area. His values and ethics fit perfectly within the Hoverdale ethos.

He is happily married to Kristina, with 4 wonderful young children; 14, 11, 8 and 5. We the children he doesn’t get much spare time. He is a family man, who enjoys spending as much time with them as possible.