Mechanical belt fasteners continue to offer significant benefits for conveyor operations, including quick installation, minimal downtime, compatibility with most belt types, installation under virtually any conditions, compatibility with other conveyor components, and strong, durable splice performance. The condition of a mechanical splice can also be easily inspected, allowing maintenance to be anticipated and scheduled.

The Flexco® SR™ Rivet Hinged Fastening System has earned a reputation for quality and performance in demanding material handling applications. Suitable for both new and worn belts, the system delivers long service life and easy installation.

The SR™ system features a low-profile Scalloped Edge® design that is conveyor component compatible, while rivet attachment provides maximum resistance to pull-out. The hinged splice can be easily separated to remove or add belt sections, making it ideal for applications requiring flexibility and ongoing maintenance. The system is also well suited for worn belting that may be unfit for vulcanizing.

Flexco® SR™ fasteners are available in Steel, Stainless, MegAlloy®, and RustAlloy® materials and can be installed using portable tooling with either hand or power installation options.

The Flexco® Bolt Solid Plate Fastening System produces a strong, sift-free splice that is ideal for sand, gravel, crushed stone, and cement applications.

The system's strength is achieved through superior design and plate compression on both the top and bottom sides of the belt. High-tensile-strength bolts compress the plates to distribute splice tension evenly across the width of each fastener plate.

Key features include beveled edges for improved fastener and belt cleaner interaction, specially formed teeth that penetrate the belt carcass without damaging fibers, patented piloted bolts that help reduce installation time, and pre-assembled bottom plates for faster installation. Customers can choose from hand or power installation methods, while material options include Steel, Stainless, MegAlloy®, Everdur®, Promal, and rubber-covered top plates.

Since its inception, the Clipper® Wire Hook System has earned a reputation for continued innovation and proven performance. Clipper wire hooks are available in a variety of wire diameters, materials, leg and point lengths, strip lengths, and styles to meet a broad range of application requirements.

The system's double-staggered grip pattern provides exceptional holding power without degrading the integrity of the belt carcass. The resulting low-profile splice is compatible with conveyor components and supports reduced operating noise.

Clipper® wire hooks are machine applied, delivering splice consistency, installation speed, and operator ease. Typical applications include package and parts handling, food processing, agriculture, general manufacturing, commercial laundry, and filter media.

The Alligator® Ready Set™ Staple Fastening System is designed for a wide variety of light- and medium-duty applications. The system features one-piece fastener strips with pre-inserted staples that speed installation and help keep downtime to a minimum.

Designed for belts from 1.5 mm to 6.4 mm thick, Alligator® Ready Set™ fasteners provide a strong, impact- and abrasion-resistant splice. Applications include package and parts conveying, food and sanitary contact operations, agricultural harvesting and handling, recycling and scrap handling, and wood products.

The Flexco light-duty portfolio also includes the Alligator® Belt Lacing System, which provides a low-profile splice with uniform tension across the belt width and can be manually installed with a hammer, making it suitable for low-volume users.

The ANKER® Wire Hook System has earned a reputation for innovation and performance across a wide range of conveying applications. ANKER® wire hooks are available in multiple wire diameters, leg and point lengths, materials, strip lengths, and fastening styles.

The double-staggered grip pattern provides strong holding power while maintaining belt carcass integrity, and the resulting low-profile splice improves compatibility with conveyor components while helping reduce operating noise.

The ANKER® portfolio includes both carded hooks and welded bar hooks, as well as ANKER® G Series™ Lacing. Precision-stamped from AISI 316 stainless steel, G Series™ lacing provides a uniform, flat splice with staggered leg geometry that increases splice strength and durability through varying penetration points.

Recommended applications include food manufacturing, package and parts handling, filter media, agriculture, general manufacturing, and commercial laundry operations.

In addition to mechanical belt fastening systems, Flexco offers a range of belt maintenance tools designed to support safe and efficient belt installation and maintenance. These include belt cutters, skivers, belt clamps, belt lifters, belt squaring tools, maintenance lacers, and production lacers.

By offering both heavy-duty and light-duty mechanical belt fastening solutions, Flexco continues to provide conveyor operators with proven technologies that help reduce downtime, simplify maintenance, improve splice performance, and maximize productivity across their operations.