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Techtop 415 V Three Phase Aluminium Motor (TAI)
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Techtop Aluminium Motor (TML)
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Techtop 240 V Aluminium Motor (TMY)
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Techtop 415 V Three Phase Aluminium Motor (1.1kW - 5.5kW)
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Macnaught Grease Fitting Unblocker GFU
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Macnaught Replacement Fuel Filter - Strainer Element Kit
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Macnaught Fuel Filter Assembly
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Macnaught Bung Adaptor 2" BSP
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Sutton Tools Adjustable Tap Wrench Bar Type - Tool Steel
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Sutton Tools R102 Chucking Reamer DIN212 - Cobalt Steel
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Sutton Tools D136 60° Centre Drill Bit - Plain Type - ANSI B94-11 HSS
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Sutton Tools R100 Hand Reamer DIN206 - High Speed Steel HSS
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Gates Truflex Light Duty V Belt - 3L Section
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Gates 15Kg (7401-0076) Tension Tester - 1 Barrel
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Gates Tri-Power Notched (Cogged) Classical Section Belt - BX Section
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Gates Hi-Power II Classical Wrapped V Belt - A Section
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Loctite 243 Medium Strength Threadlocker
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Loctite 263 High Strength Threadlocker
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Loctite SF 770 (Heptane) Polyolefin Primer 100ml
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Loctite 5331 Plastic Pipe Sealant 100ml
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Austlift Flat Web Sling 2Tonne
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Austlift Flat Web Sling 1Tonne
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Austlift Round Sling 2Tonne
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Austlift Soft Eye Axel Strap
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Gates G-Force CVT Drive Belt
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Abbott & Ashby 50 x 915mm Assorted Grit Belt Aluminium Oxide - Pack of 5
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Safra Premium Aluminium Alloy TIG Welding Rod 5kg
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Austlift 25mm x 1.7m Motor Bike Tie Down With Snap & S Hook (Pair)
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Bossweld G Size Cylinder Trolley (Large) With Pump Up Wheels
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Bordo 2673-S3 Quad Max 4 Flute Drill Cutter Set 16, 20, 22, 25 & 32mm, 5pcs
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Product Guides
Best Practices on V-Belt Installation & Maintenance
Get it right the first time—optimize your belt life, system performance, and uptime.
10 Reasons To Buy B-Safe Self-Retracting Lanyards
Here’s why they’re better than your standard fall arrest lanyard.
How Many Suppliers Do You Really Need?
There are upsides to professionally managing your inventory of materials and equipment, and it follows that you want to have the right supplier(s) for them.
V-Belt Storage & Handling: Extend Belt Life
Protect your belts. Protect your bottom line. Whether you're managing a plant, servicing equipment, or stocking spares, how you store and handle V-belts plays a critical role in system reliability. Many failures start not at the machine—but in the storeroom. Why Keep Spare Belts? Minimizes downtime—avoids waiting days for replacements and loss of productivity. Shelf Life & Ideal Storage Conditions Belts can last up to 6 years if stored below 85 °F (29 °C) with humidity under 70%. Higher temperatures halve shelf life per 15 °F increase. Avoid storage above 115 °F (46 °C) or in humid conditions where mildew may form. Do’s and Dont's Do: Keep belts clean, dust-free, and in their original packaging. Store in a cool, dry environment, humidity ideally between 50–80%. Use boxes, racks, or wide pegs to avoid bending/crimping. Don’t: Lose labels (helps with identification) Store near heat sources, ozone-generating equipment, chemicals, or directly on the floor. Crimp, twist, bend tightly, or tie belts—these actions damage internal cords. Belt-Type Storage Tips V‑belts: Hang on pegs or coil loosely (minimum bend radius); avoid distortion. Synchronous belts: Nest on flat shelves or roll with proper radius. Multi-rib/Joined/Banded belts: Store relaxed—either on saddles or in original nested state. Before Installation: Final Checks Replace entire belt sets (dual/multi-groove) with matching brand & specs. Inspect belts and pulleys for damage, ensure proper alignment & tension. Avoid lubricating belts directly. Quick Reference Table Aspect Key Tip Storage Temperature < 85 °F (29 °C) Relative Humidity < 70% Packaging Original, protective Handling No bending/crimping Storage Method Boxes, wide pegs, shelves Pre-install Inspection Alignment, matching, tension By following these guidelines—maintaining ideal environment, avoiding physical damage, and doing thorough checks—you’ll maximize belt lifespan and reduce costly operational delays.