Industrial solutions supplier BMG’s agricultural division has extended its portfolio of belting to include newly launched specialised Gates belting, designed to enhance performance and durability of farming machinery. These flexible belts, which are manufactured from advanced materials, ensure minimal downtime, helping farmers achieve maximum productivity, despite challenging environments.

“BMG – the exclusive local participant in the latest Gates Agricultural Belt Programme – is proud to partner with Gates for this important programme, which has been developed to meet the rigorous power transmission demands of modern combines, forage harvesters and tractors,” explains BMG Agricultural division business development manager Carlo Beukes.

“The Gates Agricultural Belt Programme encompasses a range of durable belts that conform with stringent original-equipment manufacturer specifications, ensuring high performance and reliability, which is required for critical harvest seasons and year-round productivity.

“Our new Gates EE-TECH drive-belt range, which is manufactured from advanced ethylene elastomer, offers a 30% longer service life, reduced wear and unmatched stability under intense operational stress in harsh working conditions. These robust belts have a smooth clutching ability and can withstand debris, punctures and slippage. They also offer peak load absorption, are crack resistant and operate safely at temperatures up to 130 °C.”

The range comprises AGRI PowerBand V-belts, which feature shock load resistance, high-density performance and enhanced durability. These belts are specifically engineered to provide a “smooth, stable running pattern” and high flexibility, which is critical in heavy-duty agricultural applications.

PowerBand V-belts are manufactured in various materials to suit specific applications. For example, polyester belts, with good tensile strength, are suitable for moderate load drives, while aramid belts, with high shock load capability, are recommended for more demanding agricultural applications.

The new range is available throughout the country in various profiles and lengths, to ensure the right fit for any machine. This flexibility allows farmers to maintain operational continuity and efficiency, with minimal downtime.

The BMG agricultural team works closely with local farmers, assisting them with product selection, installation and operation. Its “dependable” support service optimises productivity, minimises maintenance requirements and extends service life of farming equipment, Beukes concludes.