How To Square Belt Ends Using the Center Line Method

Accurate squaring of the belt ends prior to lacing is essential to correct belt tracking and helps distribute stress evenly throughout the joint.

Conveyor Belt FAQ

Sparks Belting Company Hires New President Mitch Mittlestadt

Sparks Belting Company, a Grand Rapids based conveyor belt manufacturer and supplier, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mitch Mittlestadt as President. In this role, he will work to support the company’s continued growth and development.

Case Study: How Sparks' Custom Solutions Helped a Bakery Cut Costs and Reduce Lead Times

An artisan bakery on the east coast was experiencing issues with high costs and long lead times on their conveyor belts. The long lead times were causing delays in production.

Case Study: How a High Grip Conveyor Belt Helped a Manufacturer Reduce Slipping and Downtime

Louisiana Pacific Corporation is a leader in the engineered wood products industry. They were having issues with their building materials slipping on their conveyor belt. Sparks was able to come up with a solution to solve their issues as well as save them downtime.