
196 Textiles for Industrial Applications
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and external inuences like dust, moisture, etc. These belts have top
face coatings and patterns that are suitable for incline conveying.
e. Highly conductive conveyor belts
With their highly conductive surfaces, these belts carry sensi-
tive electronic components safely and ensure smooth and efcient
operations. Conveyor belts made of synthetics are prone to accumu-
late electrostatic charges on their surfaces and in their carcass. The
amount of static buildup depends upon various factors such as
• Relative humidity of ambient air
• Belt speed
• Type of material of which ...