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Installation Made Easy: How ZipLink® and MIR Solve Belting Challenges

When production stops, costs rise fast. Introducing ZipLink® belts now available at MIR. This innovation belting solution makes installation and change-outs faster, easier and more reliable. This installation video series shows your team how to install and track a belt step by step-using only standard tools. No presses, No contractors, no wasted hours.

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Common Belt Issues and How ZipLink® Solves Them

Problem 1: Frequent Belt Failures

Abrasive sanding in wood processing and high heat drying in gypsum cause traditional belts to wear out quickly or fail.

Solution:

ZipLink® belts use reinforced rubber compounds like XNBR, NBR, and silicone to create a continuous, splice-less design with an integrated spiral connection that delivers consistent strength and durability, even in the toughest conditions. Read the full case study here.

Problem 2: Inconsistent Belt Tracking and Misalignment

Misaligned belts cause jams, damage products, and increase uneven wear.

Solution:

ZipLink’s® stable construction ensures uniform tension and consistent tracking, minimizing realignment needs and maintaining smooth, uninterrupted conveyor flow. Read the full case study here.

Key Benefits of ZipLink®

  • Install with No Special Tools: You do not need specialized equipment, presses, or outside help. Maintenance teams can handle installation themselves, which means less waiting and faster turnaround.
  • Reduce downtime and maintenance costs Installation is simple and fast, your team spends less time on repairs and your equipment runs longer with fewer interruptions.
  • Increases production time and throughput Every minute saved during installation or adjustment is more time your line is producing.
  • Eliminates weak joints With no weak splice area, Ziplink’s seamless construction prevents sudden belt failures.
  • Resists wear for longer service life The rubber compounds and stable construction hold up under tough environments like heat, abrasion, and constant use, which means fewer replacements over time.

Why MIR?

At MIR, we don’t just supply belts—we solve belting challenges. Our Belting Solved approach delivers always-on service, custom-engineered solutions, and trusted support to keep your operations running 24/7. With 25 U.S. locations and a team that’s always ready, MIR provides the reliability, speed, and partnership your operation demands.

Let’s solve your challenges together.

For more information, reach out to customerservice@mir-belting.com or call 877-MIR-BELT

Resources

MIR Ziplink Brochure

Case Study – Ziplink for Wood

Case Study – Ziplink for Logistics

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MIR’s Belting Solution for Corrugated Operations: Bobst 8.20 FFG Quatro Vacuum Belt

In the corrugated industry, uptime is everything. Machine stoppages, lace failures, and unplanned downtime can disrupt operations and cost valuable time.

The MIR Belting Solution for the Bobst 8.20 FFG Quatro vacuum is designed to handle these challenges with proven reliability. MIR #1961727 features stitched plastic spiral lace or can be installed as an endless belt, offering a stronger and more durable alternative for demanding corrugated operations.

In some operations, customers have observed extended belt life, depending on conditions. This durability reduces premature splice failures, minimizes jams, and prevents unexpected stoppages. By keeping machines running smoothly, the MIR solution directly improves uptime and operational efficiency.

The benefits are clear:

  • Fewer lace failures that interrupt operations
  • Reduced jams and stoppages for more predictable uptime
  • Greater cost savings and long-term reliability

The Bobst Quatro Vacuum Belt from MIR is in stock and ready for immediate delivery in two configurations:

  • PSL: #2118960: includes a stringing kit for flexible installation
  • FOF LPP: #2139044: tailored for specific machine setups requiring endless belts

MIR is ready with the right belting solutions—always in stock, backed by fast response times and 24/7 expert support. Our Belting Solved approach means custom-engineered belts, on-site service, and a team dedicated to keeping your conveying systems running smoothly—anytime, anywhere.

That’s Belting Solved.

Contact your local MIR representative customerservice@mir-belting.com 877-MIR-BELT today to learn how the Bobst Quatro Vacuum Belt can improve your corrugated operations.

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From Dough to Delicious: How MIR Belting Powers Perfect Quesadillas

Every year, National Quesadilla Day gives us a reason to celebrate one of the most comforting foods around. While we all enjoy the taste of a warm, cheesy quesadilla, there is an unseen part of the process that makes it possible to deliver consistent quality at scale. Behind the scenes, the right conveyor belt technology ensures that every tortilla is moved smoothly into and out of the oven, cooled with care, and the ingredients are handled safely and hygienically. At MIR Belting, we are proud to provide the right solution for key steps in that journey.

Step 1: Baking the Tortilla

Every quesadilla is built on the foundation of a well-baked tortilla, setting the stage for taste and texture. While the dough bakes inside the oven, the transition into and out of that high-heat environment must be smooth and reliable. Duratemp belts are perfect for this job. Built to handle extreme temperatures after product baking, these belts maintain stability, protect food safety, and offer long service life with easy splicing. That means smooth operations for manufacturers and a tortilla that delivers the texture and taste consumers expect.

Step 2: Cooling with Care

Once tortillas come out of the oven, they need to depan and cool before moving to the next step. This stage may look simple, but it requires belts that balance airflow with gentle handling. The uni Flex OSB belt helps tortillas cool evenly while avoiding damage or sticking. With the right belt in place, every tortilla is ready for the next stage without compromising quality.

Step 3: Adding the Toppings

Finally, we add toppings to turn that tortilla into a quesadilla. For many manufacturers, this includes chicken or other protein toppings, which demand hygienic handling and smooth, precise placement. MIR Belting’s Soliflex Center Drive belt delivers a hygienic, easy-to-clean surface that eliminates fabric layers where bacteria can hide. Its positive drive design ensures reliable performance without slipping, so every topping is placed exactly where it should be.

From Raw Dough to Delicious Results

From the moment dough enters the oven to the final step of topping and assembly, MIR Belting keeps production moving with solutions made for every need. Our belts are built for safety, efficiency, and reliability so manufacturers can focus on what they do best: creating quesadillas that bring joy to tables everywhere.

This National Quesadilla Day, we celebrate not just the final product but also the belting solutions that make it possible. At MIR Belting, we call that #BeltingSolved.

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Belting Solved: Always-On Service. Custom Solutions. Trusted Support

In today’s fast-paced industrial environment, conveyor belt performance isn’t just about keeping things moving – it’s about driving efficiency, reliability, and long-term success.

At MIR, we don’t just supply belts.

We solve belting challenges with precision, speed, and customer-first service. That’s “Belting Solved.”

What is Belting Solved?

Belting Solved is our commitment to delivering end-to-end conveyor belting solutions that keep industries running 24/7. From manufacturing to food processing to distribution centers, and beyond, MIR provides tailored solutions that go beyond fixing problems – we prevent them.

With 25+ strategically located U.S. fabrication and service centers, around the-clock support, and unmatched expertise, MIR delivers:

  • Expert Consultation & Custom Fabrication Engineered belts designed to meet your exact needs – no matter the complexity.
  • 24/7 Support & Emergency Repairs When downtime isn’t an option, our team is ready to respond – fast.
  • Comprehensive Belt Lineup A wide range of high-performance belts from trusted manufacturers.
  • On-Site Belt Audits & Training Helping you optimize performance, improve safety, and minimize risks.

Why It Matters

When a conveyor belt fails, every second counts.

Downtime means lost productivity, missed deadlines, and costly disruptions.

That’s why MIR is built on four pillars that define Belting Solved:

  • Customer Centricity Every call is a chance to strengthen relationships. We’re accountable, responsive, and committed to doing what’s right for your business.
  • Rapid Response Our reputation for speed us unmatched. With 24/7 availability and proactive service, we’re ready when you need us most.
  • Tailored Solutions We don’t just sell belts – we engineer solutions. Our team brings deep expertise and a continuous improvement mindset to every challenge.
  • Localized Approach With fabrication and service centers across the country, we’re always nearby. Our locations are tailored to the needs of the markets they serve.

Belting Solved is how we show up, how we work, and how we keep your operations running smoothly – day or night.

Let’s solve your belting challenges together. Learn more about Belting Solved here

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