NIBA Belt Line December 2015

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Vol. 14 Issue 5 A Publication of NIBA – The Belting Association

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What You Need to Know About Thermoplastic Cleats

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Based on the Strategic Planning initiative and previous member request, the Program Committee is pleased to present a new opportunity to include qualified

Distributor/Fabricators (D/F) in the Convention Expo. Traditionally, the Expo guidelines limited the ability to exhibit to only Belting Manufacturers and to Component Manufacturers as follows:

Display Guidelines

Per the description of your membership classification, only products manufactured by your company can be displayed. Products purchased from other manufacturers cannot be displayed.

Belting Manufacturer

A substantial portion of its business activity is the manufacture of conveyor and flat power transmission belting for sale primarily to distributor/fabricators.

Component Manufacturer

Is engaged in the manufacture of material, parts, machinery, or equipment that comes in enhances/changes belt, for sale primarily to distributor/fabricators.

The Program Committee was asked to consider adding qualified D/F as a third classification. After debate and review, the Committee approached the Board of Directors with a proposal to expand the guidelines. Included in this proposal is the definition for the new D/F classification and a structured evaluation process whereby D/Fs would validate that 65% of their products’ sales are to distribution. NIBA’s Association Management Firm (Svinicki Association Management, Inc.) will act as the third party which will review the confidential information submitted by each D/F wishing to exhibit. The new text to define the D/F category in the display guidelines would be as follows:

Distributor/Fabricator

Products which the majority of the total sales of that product is sold to distributors can be displayed.

In Indianapolis in 2016, we will begin a two-year trial period to include D/Fs in the Convention Expo. The exhibit area is large, and will provide adequate space to accommodate the expected additional demand. For reference, there were 87 booth spaces in 2015. Indy will provide room for 112 spaces.

More information and detailed instructions on how to qualify will be online in 2016, and Expo materials will be distributed in March instead of May to allow additional time to qualify.

This is a great opportunity for NIBA members, and we look forward to a record showing in 2016 in Indy!

Distributor/Fabricator Members NOW IN EXPO! By Scott Holquist, 2015 Program Committee, LewisGoetz

Strategic Planning Initiative – Evaluate the potential for opening up the Expo beyond just manufacturers

Letter from the President

As 2015 winds down, it offers the opportunity to pause and reflect on the year and all which it offered to each of us. I live in Atlanta, Georgia where there was a sports writer for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Furman Bisher, who

passed away in 2012. Mr. Bisher would pen an article each Thanksgiving on what he was thankful for each year. This was something I looked forward to reading each Thanksgiving morning as the family was together preparing for a great feast and time together. I would like to share with you what I am thankful for.

• I’m thankful for having an organization which allows its members to congregate each year at beautiful locations and enjoy each other’s company.

• I’m thankful to be able to listen and learn from Keynote speakers each year at the Annual NIBA Convention, especially this year. Thanks Joe Thiesmann.

• I’m thankful to be working for a com-pany that allows me to volunteer my time and resources for NIBA.

• I’m thankful for the “Open Bar” at the opening night dinner.

• I’m thankful for the Members of NIBA al-lowing me to serve as President in 2015 and to participate within leading this fine organization.

• I’m thankful for Instagram, Twitter, Face-Book and the Social Media which allows us to stay in touch between conventions, committee meetings and board meetings.

• I’m thankful to the NIBA Board of Direc-tors who guide our organization with integrity and strength.

• I’m thankful to know so many people within the belting industry and for the friendships formed throughout the many years.

• I’m thankful for the Golf Chairperson who has to arrange the pairings for the tournament.

• I’m thankful for the many volunteers who devote their time and resources to see that the association is run properly.

• I’m thankful for the training opportunities offered within NIBA.

• I’m thankful for the photos taken each year at the convention and other events.

• I’m thankful that NIBA offers a scholar-ship program to allow others to advance their knowledge to serve others.

• I’m thankful for SAMI, Jennifer, Sandy, Haley and the others who support NIBA with their hard work and creative efforts.

• I’m thankful for my family, Ingrid, Clark and Patrick for supporting and loving me through out this journey as President of NIBA.

• I’m thankful Tom Pientok is President in 2016, all the best!

And most of all, I’m thankful for you, the members, who support and participate within NIBA to make it what it is today; a tremendous resource within the belting industry, worldwide. I wish each of you a safe, happy holiday season and a Happy New Year.

Sincerely,

John Shelton NIBA President 2015 Belt Power LLC

NIBA’s logo, videos, written materials, etc., are proprietary material. Please submit a written request to NIBA Headquarters to receive permission for use in web sites, catalogs, promotional materials, etc. All articles in the Belt Line may be reprinted with prior written approval from NIBA.

Belt LineExecutive Director ....... Jennifer Rzepka, CAEAccount Coordinators .....Sandy Carlson-Kaye

Haley RykowskiGraphic Designer ................... Dan DudzinskiDigital Media Coordinator ......Christine Piela

Editing of all member submissions for inclusion in the Belt Line is a NIBA Board of Directors requirement. Generally, comments regarding quality, value, cost, etc., will be deleted.

John Shelton, 2015 NIBA President

What You Need to Know About Thermoplastic CleatsBy Gregg Hanson, 2015 Education/Technical Committee, Apache Inc

Flights, paddles, and pushers are all different names for cleats on a conveyor belt. Cleats are upright profiles attached to the top surface of belts to increase load

capacity on incline systems.

Belt cleats come in different sizes, shapes, colors, and compounds. Generally, the cleat must be made of the same compound as the belt in order to achieve a good bond for long service life. There are two broad categories of compounds — rubber and thermoplastic. In this article we are talking about thermoplastic cleats.

In the belting world, PVCs, RMVs, and urethanes comprise the majority of thermoplastics used. These compounds, when precisely heated, will “melt” and then fuse together as they cool. When properly done, these two heated surfaces will become as one. This is how cleats on most lightweight belts are bonded.

Types of Bonding

Thermal Welding: With this method hot air is forced against the cleat and belt, and pressure is applied to ensure 100% bonding — a simple procedure performed on very sophisticated machinery. This method is the fastest, most economical bonding technique, and is used whenever feasible.

HF Welding: High Frequency (HF) welding is also known as Radio Frequency (RF) welding. This method also fuses the cleats to the belt by heating them, however the heat is

generated internally as the HF excites/heats the molecules in the cleat and belt. Stronger bonds and intricate cleat patterns are possible using this method. Special, custom tooling is often required for HF welding.

Cold Bond: This is simply cementing the cleat to the belt. While a tried and true method, cold bonding is the last option we recommend. It’s used only when the cleat layout pattern cannot be produced using either welding method.

Cleat StylesT-Cleats: These have a broad base, and are at a 90 degree to the belt surface. Heights range from 1/2” to 4” tall. Usually these are a PVC compound.

C-Cleats: Also known as a “scoop cleat,” this is the same as a T-cleat except the cleat is “bent” over to 65 degrees from belt surface. This cleat is available up to 3” high.

Lug Cleats: A lug cleat is a common term to describe a square cross section or when using a V-guide as a cleat. Most sizes are available in PVC and urethane.

Thin Line and Footless Cleats: Designed for small pulley conveyors, these cleats are generally only available in urethane and use the HF welding method. Although thinner than PVC T-cleats, these cleats are very durable and cut resistant. Thin line and foot less cleats are available in white, black, blue, beige, green, and clear depending on style/size of cleat required.

ModificationsCleats can be modified by indenting, making cutouts/notches, or tapering the ends. There is no “standard” cleat pattern. Every cleated belt is a custom design driven by the requirements of the conveyor system.

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279 Members• 150 Distributor/Fabricator• 114 Manufacturer• 15 Affiliate

Down 2.11% from this point last year.

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NIBA President’s Club WelcomesReminder! Donate to the NIBA 2015 Scholarship Funds with

Your Annual NIBA DuesBy Beth Miller, 2015 Products &

Services Committee, Flexco

Through generous member donations, NIBA was able to award 18 scholarships to college students of NIBA members in 2015. This is a huge member benefit

for your employees and their families. As you fill out your 2016 NIBA membership paperwork, don’t forget to donate to the scholarship fund. Your contribution will count toward the Annual Go For The Gold and Cumulative Gem Level designation, per the below requirements:

• Colmar Belting Company Inc

• Fenner Drives Inc

• Ram Belting Company Inc

• San Antonio Belting & Pulley Co Inc

They were honored at the Annual Convention for donating a cumulative total of $1,500 each to the NIBA Scholarship Fund. President’s Club members are noted in the NIBA Membership Directory each year as well as on the President’s Club plaques on display at the Convention each year.

Four New Members

Designation Amount

Annual Contributions

Go For The Gold: Bronze $399 or below

Go For The Gold: Silver $400-799

Go For The Gold: Gold $800 and above

Cumulative Contributions

President’s Club $1,500 and above

Gem Level: Ruby $2,500-4,999

Gem Level: Emerald $5,000-7,499

Gem Level: Diamond $7,500 and above

Past NIBA Presidents in attendance at the 2015 Annual Convention at the Renaissance Indian Wells in Palm Springs posed with Keynote Speaker Joe Theismann. Pictured from left to right: Tom Richardson, Micheal Labbé, Wayne Hoffman, Jackie Robb Britt, Keynote Speaker Joe Theismann, Don Garner, Bruce

Dieleman, Ted Lushch, John P. Green and René Morf.

NIBA Past Presidents



Thank you to these companies for their contributions to the NIBA Scholarship Fund in 2015

Gold Sponsors (Contribution of $800 or more in 2015)Advanced Flexible Composites Inc (AFC)AFM IndustriesAll-State Belting LLCAmerican BiltriteApache IncBelt Power LLCChiorino IncColmar Belting Company IncContiTech - NAFTAFenner Drives IncFlexcoForbo Siegling LLCGreen Rubber - Kennedy AgHabasit AmericaIndustrial Supply Solutions IncLewisGoetzMartin EngineeringNashville Rubber & Gasket Co IncNitta Corporation of AmericaQuality Belt Maintenance Ltd (QBM)Reichel-Korfmann Co IncRGA - Rubber & Gasket Co of AmericaSan Antonio Belting & Pulley Co IncShanghai YongLi Belting Co LtdShaw Almex IndustriesUniband USA

Silver Sponsors (Contribution between $400-$799 in 2015)Accurate Industrial IncBEHA Innovation GmbHBeltservice CorporationF. N. Sheppard & CoFabricated Extrusion Company, LLCGreat Lakes Belting & Supply CorpICE-Trade sa International Conveyor Equipment & TradingMidwest Rubber Service & Supply CoMotion Industries IncPassaic Rubber CompanyPower & Rubber SupplySparks Belting CompanyUniversal Belting ResourceVoss Belting & Specialty CompanyWAGENER Schwelm GmbH & Co

Bronze Sponsors (Contribution of $399 or below in 2015)Aarubco Rubber CoAccuPad IncAirBoss Engineered Product IncAmerican Eagle Manufacturing LLCAmmeraal Beltech IncApplied Industrial TechnologiesApplied Power Products IncASGCO - Complete Conveyor SolutionsAshmus Belting IncBailey-Parks Urethane IncBaldwin Supply CompanyBDI Belt NetworkBelt Tech Industrial IncBelterra CorporationBelting BVBABenetechBlair Rubber CompanyBMG Conveyor Services of Florida IncBRECOflex CO LLCBrendma (Australia) Pty LtdBullitt County Belting & SupplyC B M srlCanadian Bearings LtdCBTChemi-FlexChemprene IncConveyor Belt Service IncD E Shipp Belting CompanyDerco B VDuecker Rubber ServiceDunham Rubber & Belting CorporationElastotec P/LEmpire Rubber & Supply CompanyEpperson & CompanyEquipment & Supply (W.I) LtdEsbelt SAFenner Dunlop Engineered Conveyor

SolutionsFlujotecnia Ecologica SA de CVForbo Movement Systems Transtex

BeltingForech India LtdFriesen’s Inc-Conveying SolutionsGates Mectrol CorpGRT Rubber TechnologiesIBT Industrial SolutionsIndustrial Rubber Specialties IncInternational Rubber Tech Pvt. Ltd.Interroll CorporationJ A Emilius Sons Inc

Bronze Sponsors continuedJ B Industrial Sales IncJerry Bros Industries IncJTE Machine Systems, IncKaman Industrial TechnologiesKnoxville Rubber & Gasket CoKonus KonexMarubeni America CorporationMaxi-Lift IncMcLeod Belting Co IncMegadyne Group CompaniesMetso MineralsMidwest Industrial Rubber IncMol Belting SystemsMulhern Belting IncNewtech Trans (India) Pvt LtdNGB Technologies for Industry &

Conveying LtdNike IHMNILOS GmbH & Co KGNovex IncOriental Rubber Industries P LtdPacific Belting IncPooley IncPrecision Pulley and IdlerPrice Rubber CorpQingdao Huaxia Rubber Industry Co.,

Ltd.R/W Connection IncRam Belting Company IncRegional Conveyor Services IncREMA TIP TOP - NARematech-Division Bremo IncRichmond Supply Co & Rubber DivRichwoodRubber & Accessories IncRubber & Plastics IncRulmeca CorporationSampla Belting s r lShingle Belting CompanySIT IndevaSnake River Supply IncSplawn Belting IncStroup & Son LtdThaman Rubber CompanyTransforce Beltal IncVaughn Belting Company IncVIS USA LLCWestech Group LtdWestern Belting Ltd

Annual Go for the Gold! See page 9 for a cumulative list of companies at each Gem level.

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Thank You to these companies for their Gold Sponsor support of the NIBA Scholarship Fund in 2015

Nashville Rubber & Gasket Co Inc



MEMBER TO MEMBER

Newsworthy ItemsFlexco recently announced that it is now manufacturing its urethane belt cleaner blades at its Grand Rapids, Mich. location. The decision by Flexco to manufacture its own blades allows the product development and engineering departments to have full control of the quality of the blades. The ability to manufacture urethane also gives Flexco the opportunity to generate new, innovative products.

Flexco recently announced dates for their 2016 BCP and Light-Duty Product Training Schools. Go to www.flexco.com for more information.

In January, Flexco will be exhibiting at IPPE 2016 (Booth 7476) in Atlanta, GA and KMOT Ag Expo (Booth 9) in Minot, ND.

All-State Belting, LLC is pleased to announce the acquisition of Houston, Texas based Duecker Rubber Service, as of November 25th, 2015. This facility will be operated as: Duecker Rubber Service, a division of All-State Belting, LLC. The Duecker family had owned and operated in the Houston area since 1957. The previous owners; Bill, Robert, and Paul (Duecker) stay on in management roles, and all support personnel and Service Technicians stay on as well. Duecker Rubber Service is a “Full Service”; distributor, fabricator, and installer, of heavy duty conveyor belting. Since 2012, when Marubeni Group acquired All-State Belting, there has been a strategic initiative toward providing our customers with more comprehensive services. This new All-State location is another step toward providing our customers with total conveyor solutions and services. The acquisition of this “Full Service” operation comes on the heels of All-State adding “Full Service” heavy duty installation capabilities to our Columbus, Ohio operation, in March of 2015. This strategic initiative will continue with the addition of more “Full Service” locations in the future.

Lewis-Goetz is celebrating its 80th anniversary in Pittsburgh. Today’s company is significantly larger and more diverse than the Ft. Pitt Boulevard storefront founded by Ben Gooding, Sr. on Dec. 11, 1935. Goodings’ Boston Woven Hose & Rubber Company started as a hose company and by the early 1950s was known as Gooding Rubber Company. With more than 1,200 employees, Lewis-Goetz posted sales of $435 million in 2014. Lewis-Goetz serves many industries including mining, steel, refineries, chemical and power generation with numerous industry-leading customers. As the company’s largest location, the Pittsburgh division provides best-practice coverage across North America. The Pittsburgh location features in-depth gasket fabrication capabilities with a flash cutter machine and 2D scanner, industrial and hydraulic hose production shops, metal hose welding area, and an extensive heavyweight conveyor belt inventory with service and production capabilities. Lewis-Goetz and ERIKS North America headquarters are now located in Mt. Lebanon, a Pittsburgh suburb. The focus on growing through acquisitions and organic growth by providing superior

In MemoriumGary “Bert” Hansen, Age 57 of Bloomington, passed away from lung cancer on September 29, 2015 with his loving wife Lois Norrgard and family members by his side. Gary loved life and lived it to the fullest. He maintained close friendships from elementary school through his entire working career. He was employed by Baldwin Supply of Mpls for the last 21 years and enjoyed his work family and his customers. Gary had a great sense of humor and was always quick with a laugh and a joke. His passion for the outdoors included hunting, fishing and golf. He will be remembered for his integrity and strong love and dedication to family and friends. Preceded in death by his mother Geneva “Dolly” Hansen. He is survived by his wife Lois, his father Bertin Hansen, sisters Diane Swanson (Joel) and Linda Hansen Melena, nephews Travis and Brock Swanson, numerous cousins, in-laws and his hunting dog Chance. Gary will be dearly missed by his family and many good friends. A celebration of his life will be held at Emmaus Free Lutheran Church, 8443 2nd Ave. So., Bloomington, on Wed., Oct 7th at 11 AM. Visitation Tues., Oct 6 from 6-8 PM as well as one hour prior to service. Memorials preferred to Lung Cancer Research Foundation.

William “Bill” Cooper Levensalor, age 71, passed away at his home in Cumming, GA, surrounded by his family on November, 16th. He was born on August 26th, 1944 in Springfield, MA to Kenneth and Elizabeth Levensalor. He spent his formative years in Cromwell, CT. Bill joined the army in 1968 and was awarded the Bronze Star in Vietnam before his honorable discharge in 1969. Upon his return from the war, Bill returned to Alfred University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree and met his future wife. On December 4th, 1971, he married Maureen Rita Swanick. After college, Bill worked in the industrial belting arena and eventually started Belt Corporation of America in 1985 in Cumming, GA. He devoted 30 years to building a reputable, state of the art manufacturing business. He was a respected member of the business community and a leader in the industrial belting world. Bill coached his three sons in soccer over a span of 25 years and was a co-founder of Forsyth County’s first soccer association, The Forsyth Rowdies. He was also active in the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce serving on the Board of Directors. Bill also served on the Athletic Committee of Lakeview Academy in Gainesville, GA. Bill served on a Lanier Tech Business Advisory Board. He is currently a member of Rotary International. He is survived by his beloved wife Maureen, sons, Randy of Boulder, CO, Adam and wife Stefanie of Norfolk, VA and Alex of Atlanta, GA. He has three granddaughters who he adored. His sister Martha Ann Field of Auburn, ME survives him. A memorial service will be held at Deer Creek Presbyterian Church 7620 Lanier Dr Cumming, GA 30041. For memorial donations please see http://leves.net.

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customer service remains a core part of the company’s DNA.

Effective today, Motion Industries, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company, has entered into a definitive agreement whereby Motion Industries has agreed to acquire Moss Rubber and Equipment Corporation. Execution of the transaction is expected to take place immediately. Moss Rubber and Equipment has been a leading supplier of quality industrial rubber products since 1965. Moss specializes in hose and rubber products for the petroleum, construction, mining, manufacturing, transportation and agricultural industries throughout northern California. Moss services customers from two locations, South San Francisco and Benicia, California.

New EquipmentReichel-Korfmann Company, Inc. (a.k.a. RK Rubber), a 116 year old rubber fabrication facility is proud of its new baby—the ALMEX heavyweight UBR press. The sectional vulcanizing press is one of the most advanced vulcanizers in the world, featuring the High Tensile Restraint (HTR) system. RK Rubber continues to see growth in fabricated rubber products and services due to excellent customer relationships. They have both long term clients and have seen an uptick in new business.

New FacilitiesLewisGoetz has opened a new distribution, production and service center in Salt Lake City, underscoring the company’s commitment to exceptional customer service and satisfaction. With more than 40 employees, the campus is designed to help customers achieve peace of mind by meeting their needs and resolving pain points. The service center brings three Lewis-Goetz category leaders, Valley Rubber and Gasket, Evco House of Hose, and Advanced Sealing, together on one campus. The campus is comprised of two facilities: a 53,000 square-foot facility with 24 employees; and a 56,000 square-foot building with 17 employees. Operations between the two buildings include a distribution center, metal hose shop, laser engraving station, custom hose fabrication, large- and small-bore hose fabrication, hydrostatic testing, over-the-counter sales, gasket manufacturing, and an industrial sew shop.

Mulhern Belting is excited to announce the opening of a new facility in Kansas City, MO. This will be our 5th complete stocking and fabrication production plant. We will be in full operation February 1st.

New PersonnelMichael P. Flannery has accepted the position of IBT’s President and CEO effective November 10, 2015. Mike comes to us with a manufacturing background outside of our industry and has worked through distribution for most of his professional career. Mike and his wife currently reside in Michigan but are originally from a town just outside of Chicago, Illinois.

WAGENER Schwelm is pleased to announce that they are setting up an office in the United States in order to better serve their North American customers. The new facility will be located in Kentucky. Gary Anderson will be the managing director for the North American operations. Mr. Anderson has an extensive knowledge of the conveyor belting business and will be providing technical support to our North American customers.

American Eagle Manufacturing is pleased to announce Matt Morrison as Northeast Territory Manager for the US and Eastern Canada. His work experience includes 24 years experience sales and service of conveyors, extensive background with Coal, Aggregate, Steel, Foundries, Power Generation, Wastewater Treatment, Pulp, Recycling and Cement, experienced in 24/7/365 operations which handle as much as 6000 tons per hour!, specialized in fugitive material management in load zones, transfer points and carry-back and Part 46, TWIC certified in MSHA regulations covering site specific hazard training for members of the sand, gravel, and crushed stone industry. Matt looks forward to growing long-standing relationships with American Eagle distributors and helping them grow sales.

New ProductsBehabelt USA has introduced a new Twin 3L belt for use on spreading machines for granola bars. This is a very hard beige PU95A belt material that resists the granola from sticking and is easier to clean. Since it is made of a hard urethane, it can be butt spliced with a hot paddle or our RS02 friction welder.

Divya Beltech, Inc. would like to announce the following products:

• Nylon Core Die-Cutting Belt (up to 2300mm wide!)

• Nylon Core Rubber & Leather Flat Belting

• Folder Gluer Belts & Machine Tapes

• Solid Woven Cotton Belting (up to 48” wide!) [IN STOCK]

• Oak Tanned Flat & Round Leather Belting

Flexco HD Electric Belt Cutters (EBC/CEBC) are now available with the new rail system installed on the tool at no additional cost. The new rail system permits the belt cutter to remain upright when unassisted. Retrofit rail kits are also available for customers interested in upgrading previously purchased cutters.

Loop knives designed to quickly and safely remove flash waste and excess material from molded or extruded rubber and plastic parts have been introduced by Hyde Industrial Blade Solutions. Hyde IBS Loop Knives are manufactured with durable high-carbon steel blades for longer-term edge sharpness and long-life


Member to Member News continued on page 16

Matt Morrison

2015 Gem LevelsDiamond Level(Companies who have cumulatively contributed over $7,500)Industrial Mining Supply Company Inc ContiTech - NAFTADerco B VFlexcoChiorino IncJerry Bros Industries Inc

Emerald Level(Companies who have cumulatively contributed between $5,000 - $7,499)Belt Power LLCGreen Rubber - Kennedy AgNitta Corporation of AmericaFenner Dunlop Engineered Conveyor SolutionsReichel-Korfmann Co IncBlair Rubber CompanyLewisGoetzNashville Rubber & Gasket Co IncMartin EngineeringShaw Almex IndustriesHabasit AmericaAdvanced Flexible

Composites Inc (AFC)

Ruby Level(Companies who have cumulatively contributed between $2,500 - $4,999AccuPad IncAFM IndustriesAll-State Belting LLCAmerican BiltriteApache IncAtlanta Belting Company IncBEHA Innovation GmbHBelt Corporation of America IncBeltservice CorporationConveyor Accessories IncD P Brown of Detroit IncF. N. Sheppard & CoForbo Movement Systems Transtex BeltingForbo Siegling LLCFriesen’s Inc-Conveying SolutionsGreat Lakes Belting & Supply CorpIndustrial Supply Solutions IncKnoxville Rubber & Gasket CoMidwest Rubber Service & Supply CoNILOS GmbH & Co KGPassaic Rubber CompanyQuality Belt Maintenance Ltd (QBM)REMA TIP TOP - NARGA - Rubber & Gasket Co of AmericaRubber & Accessories IncShanghai YongLi Belting Co LtdSparks Belting CompanyUniversal Belting ResourceVaughn Belting Company IncVoss Belting & Specialty CompanyWilliam Goodyear Company

Thank you to these companies for their contribution to the NIBA Scholarship Fund.

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Vice President/Sales &

Marketing Beltservice Corporation

MARKETING COMMITTEE CHAIR

NIBA-The Belting Association Board of Directors for 2016OFFICERS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

PRESIDENT

Tom Pientok President &

CEO Apache Inc

Terri Boyle Sales Engineer AccuPad Inc

Mike Francis Sales Manager

Dunham Rubber

& Belting Corporation

Dell Gutknecht

General Manager Reichel-

Korfmann Co Inc

Michael VandenAkker Product Manager-

Belting Sparks Belting

Company

Rich Holderman

Business Development -

South Area LewisGoetz

Bo Fisher Vice President of Sales/North

America Maxi-Lift Inc

Rohan Christian Prabhakar Director

International Rubber Tech

Pvt. Ltd.

Jonathan Morgan

Applications Engineering

Manager Forbo Siegling

LLC

Laura Hoggan VP Sales & Marketing Rubber &

Plastics Inc

Mike Stein Marketing VP

Flexco

FIRST VICE PRESIDENT

Vernon Smith President Universal Belting

Resource

SECOND VICE

PRESIDENT

Bill Hornsby Global Product

Manager Habasit America

TREASURER

Brian Schachner President

Vaughn Belting Company Inc

IMMEDIATE PAST

PRESIDENT

John Shelton President

Belt Power LLC

DISTRIBUTOR DIRECTORS

MANUFACTURER DIRECTORS

EDUCATION/TECHNICAL COMMITTEE CHAIR

PRODUCTS & SERVICES COMMITTEE CHAIR

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE CHAIR

Most Board of Directors photos are courtesy of René Morf

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EDCUATION/TECHNICAL COMMITTEE Jonathan Morgan, Chair Forbo Siegling LLC

Thomas Archer Vaughn Belting Company Inc

Stephenie Davis BMG Conveyor Services of Florida Inc

Steve Fournier Apache Inc

Mike Francis Dunham Rubber & Belting Corporation

Doug Gilg ContiTech - NAFTA

Dell Gutknecht Reichel-Korfmann Co Inc

Joe Haen Beltservice Corporation

Kip Kerby Great Lakes Belting & Supply Corp

Beth Miller Flexco

Sergio Restagno Belterra Corporation

Jessica Stroup Stroup & Son Ltd

Gene Torres Chiorino Inc

Wes Tyre Shaw Almex Industries

MARKETING COMMITTEE Ken Engelsmann, Chair Beltservice Corporation

Gregg Hanson Apache Inc

Paul Hirschmann Habasit America

John Kroll Midwest Rubber Service & Supply Co

Kerry Meacham Flexco

Jackie Robb Britt Rubber & Accessories Inc

Michael VandenAkker Sparks Belting Company

Travis Wilson Belt Power LLC

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE Mike Stein, Chair Flexco

Rich Holderman LewisGoetz

Craig Lemonds Great Lakes Belting & Supply Corp

Mandy Lushch Jerry Bros Industries Inc

Todd Miller Beltservice Corporation

Susan Moir Shaw Almex Industries

Glenn Siemer Accurate Industrial Inc

Michael Wieland Mulhern Belting Inc

Shannon Zirkle International Rubber Tech Pvt. Ltd.

PRODUCTS & SERVICES COMMITTEE Laura Hoggan, Chair Rubber & Plastics Inc

Charles Brown Turner Supply Company

Bo Fisher Maxi-Lift Inc

Chris Jacobs Power & Rubber Supply

Mark Jadwin Midwest Industrial Rubber Inc

Jeff Leach Passaic Rubber Company

René Morf VIS USA LLC

Ana Laura Muñoz Enriquez Vysisa de CV

Rohan Christian Prabhakar International Rubber Tech Pvt. Ltd.

James Smith Universal Belting Resource

PROGRAM COMMITTEE

Bill Hornsby, Chair Habasit America

Terri Boyle AccuPad Inc

Paul Drechnowicz Forbo Movement Systems Transtex Belting

John Grasmeyer Sparks Belting Company

Scott Holquist LewisGoetz

Robert Labossiere Colmar Belting Company Inc

Brian Schachner Vaughn Belting Company Inc

Ron Schuring Precision Pulley and Idler

Chip Winiarski Flexco

NIBA 2016 Committee MembersThank you to the following members who have volunteered to serve on one of NIBA’s standing committees in 2016.




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As part of the early planning steps in organizing the NIBA/PTDA Joint Industry

Summit in 2017, members of each association who will be on the planning taskforce have been invited to observe and participate in the other’s annual event to get a feel for how the style and conduct both differ and parallel.

The NIBA delegation was comprised of Vernon Smith of Universal Belting Resource who will be President of NIBA in 2017, Brian Schachner who will be the key planning contact since he would be Program Chair and Tom Wujek of Flexco who will be one of the four additional appointed NIBA representatives. Tom brings the perspective of being a recent NIBA Past President who was involved since the time the decision was made to hold a joint event, and unique perspectives on the mutual benefits of both NIBA and PTDA as Flexco is a member of both organizations.

NIBA and PTDA are committed to putting together an outstanding program pulling the best and most valued elements from both events with the end result being to provide new business opportunities for all attendees.

While the majority of events are planned together, the need to conduct separate association business was recognized. Only two events will be held separately. Each association utilizes their first timer session to greet their new members, first time attendees and other guests and orient them to the association and the event. The lunch and business meetings on Friday will be held in separate rooms so each association has the opportunity to review their committee and Board activities, present awards and discuss association specific matters. (Naturally, the committee meetings on Wednesday and the closing Board meetings on Sunday will be conducted separately as well.)

In addition to the immense value members report receiving from participation in the annual Convention, the taskforce is hopeful that members will experience even more in this experimental year. Providing this out-of-the box event experience is intended to open the door to many new business connections as opportunities can exist in unexpected connections.

Early Steps in NIBA/PTDA Joint Industry Summit PlanningNIBA/PTDA Joint Industry Summit

September 28-30, 2017 Diplomat Resort & Spa Hollywood

http://www.diplomatresort.com/

Wednesday, September 27, 2017Committee Meetings*

Thursday, September 28, 2017Golf Outing First Timer Events*Welcome ReceptionNextGen After Party

Friday, September 29, 2017Breakfast & Welcome PresentationsOpening KeynoteLunch & Association Business Meetings*Workshops/Educational SessionsManufacturer’s HospitalityDine Around

Saturday, September 30, 2017Fun Walk/Run & Spouse EventMD-IDEX & ExpoClosing Event

Sunday, October 1, 2017Board of Directors Meetings*

*Separate events, not held jointly

2017 NIBA President Vernon Smith of Universal Belting Resource with 2017 PTDA President Tom Clawser of Brown Transmission &

Bearing.

Pictured from left to right: Past President, Tom Wujek, Flexco; Executive Director, Jennifer Rzepka, NIBA office; Brian Schachner,

Vaughn Belting and Vernon Smith, Universal Belting Resource.

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Give your feedback and stay up to date with our NIBA Spouses & Companions Facebook Group! Our

most recent poll asks what activities you would most enjoy at next year’s Convention. If you haven’t yet joined, just follow the link below and request to be added to the group.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/859802894063388/

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2016 Technical SeminarsKey Principles & Best Practices

of Lightweight Belting

March 15-16, 2016 Atlanta, GA

Vulcanized & Mechanical Heavyweight Splice Training

April 4-6, 2016 Atlanta, GA

NEW!! Steel Cable Splice Training

April 6-8, 2016 Atlanta, GA

SAVE THE DATE2016 Annual Convention and Expo

September 14 - 17, 2016 JW Marriott Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN

Click here to book your hotel: https://resweb.passkey.com/Resweb.do?mode=welcome_ei_new&eventID=14210377

Or call 1-866-704-6162

Mention you are with NIBA to receive the discounted rate.

Room rate: $195/night

The 2016 Program Committee is working hard on a great combination of Educational Opportunities as well as a list of new and fun activities that are nearby to our excellent

urban venue at the JW Marriott which is in the heart of downtown Indianapolis.

Dear NIBA members,

You will soon be receiving your 2016 NIBA membership renewal information in the mail. We hope that you have found value in NIBA and will continue to be a part of our organization. Renewals are due back to the office by December 31, so please return yours quickly.

Don’t forget that you can also renew your dues online at www.niba.org starting now.

Please call the NIBA office if you have any questions.

Thank you, NIBA Staff 414-389-8606 [email protected]

Membership Renewals



Interested in Hosting a Technical Seminar at Your Facility?

NIBA currently holds 3-5 Technical Seminars annually, and each host company is given two (2) complimentary admissions for that event. The Education/Technical Committee is seeking member company sites interested in hosting future events within and outside of the US. A detailed outline of the ideal location has been developed. Please download and review to determine if your company may be a viable host.

niba.org/index.php?cID=1350

If you would like to submit your company for consideration as a host, please send an e-mail to [email protected] detailing the information requested in the document and including photos of the training/meal areas of your company and links to recommended hotels along with input on evening dining and entertainment ideas. The Education/Technical Committee will review submissions to find the best fit for each seminar’s needs.

The 2015 edition of 3T was held at the Crowne Plaza-Airport in Indianapolis. This year we had 26

people register, with a range of Industry experience of 3 months to 28 years.

Day one was our classroom session, that covered all the traditional topics, industry standards, belt construction, transition distances, load points, housekeeping, and splice considerations.

Our Quarry visit was on day two, that allowed all participants to see firsthand the difference between Industry Standards, and the “real” world. The site visit always gives us talking points to wrap up our training session.

We enjoyed having all NIBA member classifications in attendance this year. A special thanks to the following for investing in our association, and their employees.

Accurate Industrial, All State Belting, Applied Industrial, Bi-State Rubber, ContiTech-NAFTA, Flexco, LewisGoetz, Nashville Rubber & Gasket, Price Rubber, RGA-Rubber & Gasket Co., Rapat Corporation, Transco Industries, and Van Gorp Corporation.

This training session received high marks, and would be recommended to others from all in attendance.

The Staff at SAMI, always does a great job handling all the details (food, lodging, transportation) to make this so smooth.

On behalf of NIBA , and the Edu/Tech Committee, I would like to thank Mike Cremeens, Shaw-Almex, and Dick McConnell, Flexco for being Instructors. It has been my privilege to assist these industry experts the last few years.

Another Successful 3T ClassBy Dell Gutknecht, 2015 Education/Technical Committee, Reichel-Korfmann Co Inc

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www.niba.org/index.php?cID=1350

All of NIBA’s Electronic Training Materials are now free for all members in good standing. Each member company has their own password which can be

passed along to any employees so they can access the training, take the quizzes and print off their completion certificates.

In October, the main contact for each company received an email with your company’s specific password. If you are not the main contact and would like a copy of the password forwarded to you, simply email the office at [email protected] or call 414-389-8606.

NIBA’s Online Training Materials – Now Free To Members!

2015 Engineering Manual – Download Free at NIBA.orgThe newly updated NIBA Engineering Manual is now available for download. The manual is available electronically and is free to all NIBA members. Visit the NIBA website to download

your copy today.

Heavyweight Engineering Manual

Heavyweight Engineering Manual



The Marketing Committee encourages all members to use the logo on their company websites, brochures and other marketing materials. The logo usage policy may be found here: www.niba.org/files/2413/9326/1534/NIBA_LogoUsagePolicy.pdf

For other file formats, please email the NIBA office at [email protected]

Download the NIBA Proud Member Logo

UID - Register & Save!

Registration for the 2016 UID program is now open! Be sure to register as a member of NIBA for lower rates. For more information, go to

niba.org/niba-news/niba-news/uid/ or univid.org.

Sign up soon, as the early bird registration ends January 6, 2016.

Rates before 1/6/2016:

• Members of NIBA: $1,095.00

• Non-members: $2,095.00

Rates after 1/6/2016:

• Members of NIBA: $1,295.00

• Non-members: $2,295.00

What is UID?

The University of Innovative Distribution is a concentrated educational program focused on the unique needs of the wholesale distribution industry. 2016 marks the 22nd year that UID has been serving the supply chain. Known

worldwide for excellence in education, UID is sponsored by the leading distribution professional associations, in cooperation with the Department of Technology

Leadership and Innovation of Purdue University. Working together, these groups take great pride in providing a superior learning experience.

“This was my first time at UID so I didn’t know what to expect. The result was I was completely satisfied with the entire

experience. The sessions offered, which encompass most job roles in our industry, were very informative and beneficial. Additionally, the networking opportunities were a bonus. Sharing with peers brought additional value to the investment. The ROI was better than expected.”

John Shelton President of Belt Power, LLC President of NIBA-The Belting Association

University of Innovative Distribution March 6-9, 2016 • Indianapolis, IN

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when removing flash from anything coming off production lines from bumpers to tires, and just about everything in between.

Responding to an industry need for better, easier-to-clean drum motors for handling food products in distribution centers and warehouses, Interroll’s R&D department designed the Drum Motor according to the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture guidelines, using only first class materials approved by the FDA. The Interroll Asynchronous Drum Motor (models 113i, 138i, 165i and 217i) has gained approval from the USDA for compliance with guidelines for sanitary design and fabrication of processing equipment for handling meat, poultry and dairy products. Learn more at www.interroll.us

During the years 2005~2014, Huaxia Rubber developed and engineered HHE energy saving steel cord conveyor belt, save 30~40% conveyor investment, and reduce 30~40% transportation cost. HHE belt is the innovation of conventional ST belt and will change the history of belt manufacture and conveyor designer.

1. 650mm width, HHE1600, 10656m, has changed the history of China TBM tunnel conveyor.

2. 800mm width, HHE1250, 52500m, has overcome motor power and pull force tension bottleneck in 2 sets of 12 KM conveyor.

Regional Supply Inc would like to announce the following products: RGA of Arkansas has purchased a 84 “ slitter. All drives have VFD’s for speed control, inflatable bladders, payoff stand has lateral capability. Habasit Argentina Purchased an

Open Throat Perf Machine 1.2 meter w/ vacuum system and 10 dies window based punching software. McLeod Belting Greensboro purchased 110v “V” Guide Machine Open Throat w/ Guide Wheels.

New PromotionsFlexco has partnered with Realtree to offer seasonal edition Camouflage buckets. Customers who place an order for Flexco® 140C or 190C Buckets, or Flexco® Rapid Loader™ collated rivets between now and January 30, 2016 will receive seasonal Flexco Camouflage Buckets along with two limited-edition 2016 hard hat decals. Plus, one in every 20 buckets receives an additional prize and there’s a chance to win more.

Used Equipment For SaleHose/Conveyors Inc has a surplus water cool 40” Conveyor Vulcanizing Press for sale; the pump is included. Siegling type THP 90P; 110Volt. Can send pics if interested. Contact Jay Adams at 651-456-0200 or [email protected].

Rubber & Accessories Inc has a used 60” belt slitter for sale – custom built, 10,000 pound plus capacity: Hydraulic and electric; 3 phase 208 amps; In storage for 4 years and was working fine before storage; On rollers. Min bid $10,000 as is where is….(Lakeland, FL). Contact Jackie Robb Britt at 800-282-1734 or [email protected] for pictures

Member to Member News continued on page 15



Apply now for the available NIBA scholarships:

See eligibility criteria at www.niba.org

For Details and Application information visit: www.niba.org

Realize Your Dreams...

As a member of NIBA – The Belting Association, we are pleased to offer you and your children the

opportunity to apply for one of three different scholarships from NIBA.

All three scholarships have been established to honor the memory of past officers, directors, and committee members for their strong leadership and dedication to the NIBA organization. Eligibility criteria varies per scholarship, but many are looking for

applicants with a history of active participation in school, community, and/or church, especially

in leadership roles. NIBA scholarships allow us to honor these past influential members by

awarding scholarship opportunities to individuals who want to continue to make a difference in the lives of others

with which they have contact.

As a member of NIBA – The Belting Association, we are pleased to offer you and your children

the opportunity to apply for one of two differ-ent scholarships from NIBA. All two scholar-

ships have been established to honor the memory of past officers, directors, and

committee members for their strong leadership and dedication to the NIBA organization. Eligibility criteria

varies by scholarship, but many are looking for applicants with a history of

active participation in school, communi-ty, and/or church, especially in leadership

roles. NIBA scholarships allow us to honor these past influential members by awarding

scholarship opportunities to individuals who want to continue to make a difference in the lives of others with which they have contact.

For Details and to Apply Online visit:

www.niba.org/scholarship

As a member of NIBA – The Belting Association, we are pleased to offer you and your children

the opportunity to apply for one of two different scholarships from NIBA. All two

scholarships have been established to honor the memory of past officers,

directors, and committee members for their strong leadership and dedication to the NIBA organization.

Eligibility criteria varies by scholarship, but many are looking for applicants with

a history of active participation in school, community, and/or church, especially in

leadership roles. NIBA scholarships allow us to honor these past influential members by

awarding scholarship opportunities to individuals who want to continue to make a difference in the lives of others with which they have contact.

For Details and to Apply Online visit:

www.niba.org/scholarship

Memorial Scholarship(ten scholarships; $2,000 each)Applications due March 1

Presidential Scholarship(six scholarships; $4,000 each)Applications due May 1

Realize your Dreams...

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