Mesh Belt Continuous Furnace
AFC-Holcroft Mesh Belt Continuous Furnace – high-throughput conveyor heat-treat system
Product details
- Throughputup to ~6,000 lb/hour (~2,721 kg/hour)
- Heat Treatment CapabilityNeutral hardening, carburizing, carbonitriding, annealing, normalizing, stress relieving, tempering
- Conveyor SystemTension-free mesh belt with power-driven rollers and dual-drive configuration
- Heating SystemGas or electric with high-efficiency radiant tubes and recuperation
- Quench System OptionsOil, water, polymer, or salt with advanced agitation (upflow / uniflow)
Continuous conveyor system built for reliability, flexibility and high uptime
AFC-Holcroft’s Mesh Belt continuous furnace line offers a fully integrated conveyor heat-treat system tailored for high-volume production environments. Modular construction enables configuration for loading, heating, quenching, washing and tempering with minimal downtime. Tension-free belt drive, sealed combustion systems and state-of-the-art controls support throughput, quality and cost-efficiency.
Technical features at a glance:
Capacity range from ~500 lb/h (~226 kg/h) to ~6,000 lb/h (~2,721 kg/h)
Tension-free mesh belt drive with dual drives and automatic tracking for wide belt systems
Large-diameter, recuperated radiant tubes and sealed burners for efficient heating
Oil, water, polymer or salt quench systems with “up-flow” or “un-flow” agitation for diverse applications
Modular pre- and post-wash systems: spray/dunk, multi-stage belt, rotary drum
Fully automated control system (BeltMaster™ SCADA) for real-time monitoring and repeatability
Key Benefits for Your Operation
High-volume throughput
Designed for continuous operation and heavy production environments with minimal interruption.
Flexible application mix
Processes components ranging from fasteners to small forgings — one line adapts rather than multiple machines.
Reduced operating cost & energy use
Efficient heating, sealed atmosphere, optimized belt drive, and quick changeover reduce overhead.
Low service downtime
Tension-free design, modular components, and large maintenance doors simplify service and reduce downtime.
Scalable & expandable
Designed for future upgrades, wider belts, or supplementary modules as production needs evolve.
Typical Mesh Belt System Specifications
The following table outlines available sizes and load capacity data for Mesh Belt System:
| | Typical Applications | Belt Design Features |
|---|---|---|
| ~500 lb/hour (~226 kg/h) | Stampings, small fasteners | Narrow mesh belt, simple drive system |
| ~4,000 lb/hour (~1,814 kg/h) | Mid-volume forgings, springs | Wider mesh belt, dual drive, automatic tracking |
| Up to ~6,000 lb/hour (~2,721 kg/h) | Large high-volume parts or batching small parts | Large-width belt, high capacity radiant heating, integrated quench |
Reliable service throughout your entire system lifecycle
We support our customers throughout the entire lifecycle of their systems – from commissioning to ongoing operation, modernization and digital integration.
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