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FRAS Fire-Resistant Anti-Static V Belts for Underground Mining

AIMS Industrial sells FRAS (Fire Resistant Anti-Static) V belts for use in underground mining and other hazardous industrial environments where standard rubber V belts cannot be specified.

FRAS belts are manufactured from compounds meeting fire resistance and electrical anti-static specifications required under Australian underground coal and metalliferous mining regulations — preventing belt-initiated ignition of methane and coal dust, and providing a controlled path for static charge dissipation that eliminates electrostatic discharge as an ignition source in gassy atmospheres.

Some industrial machinery and forklift manufacturers also specify use of FRAS belts.

Our FRAS V belt range covers three products in select cross-section sizes for the most common underground drive applications. Contact our team for cross-sections, lengths, or drive specifications not currently listed.

FRAS V Belts — Fire Resistant Anti-Static Specification

• Fire-Resistant Compound: FRAS belts are manufactured from a fire-resistant rubber compound that self-extinguishes when the ignition source is removed — preventing belt fires from propagating in the underground environment where a belt fire represents a critical safety and evacuation event.
• Anti-Static Specification: The belt compound provides a controlled electrical resistance path that prevents the accumulation of static charge across the belt surface — a mandatory requirement in underground environments where flammable gas or combustible dust concentrations may be present.
• Meets Australian Underground Mining Requirements: FRAS specification V belts meet the requirements of Australian underground mining regulations for use on underground sub-drives — including conveyor auxiliary drives, ventilation fans, and other powered equipment operating in hazardous zones.

Why Source FRAS Belts from AIMS?

• Specialist Belt Stocked Locally: FRAS-compliant V belts are not stocked by general power transmission distributors. Our local stock means underground mining maintenance teams can meet compliance requirements without extended lead times from specialist or overseas suppliers.
• Contact for Sizing and Drive Specification: Contact our team or request a quote for FRAS belt cross-section specifications, lengths, or complete drive system matching assistance.
• Australian Business: AIMS Industrial has been supplying Australian industry since 1988. We manage our own stock locally so you receive the specific products listed on our site, without relying on third-party drop-shippers.

Expert Support: Need help buying the right product for your application? Contact our team for application-specific advice or request a quote.

Shop our FRAS fire-resistant V belt range now — or contact our team for drive specification and compliance assistance!

Also see our range of V Belts & Pulleys.