Saudi Arabia Cement Plant Heat Resistant Conveyor Belt Replacement | Clinker Handling Solution

Project Overview

In 2025, a cement plant in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, partnered with BEDROCK to upgrade its clinker conveying system. The production line transports high-temperature clinker from the kiln section to the storage area under continuous operation.

The customer previously used conventional rubber conveyor belts that were not specifically designed for high-temperature material handling. Due to prolonged exposure to hot clinker, the belts suffered from rubber hardening, surface cracking, cover separation, and accelerated aging.

The average service life was only 5–6 months, causing frequent replacement requirements, increased maintenance costs, and operational risks.

After evaluating the temperature conditions and conveying requirements, BEDROCK recommended a T2 Heat Resistant Conveyor Belt with high-temperature resistant rubber compound, providing improved thermal stability and longer operating life in cement production applications.

Project Information

Project Location: Yanbu, Saudi Arabia

Industry: Cement Plant / Clinker Transportation

Conveyor Belt Model: BEDROCK Heat Resistant Conveyor Belt T2

Temperature Resistance: ≥180°C

Belt Structure: EP Fabric Reinforced

Belt Width: 1,200 mm

Conveying Capacity: 800 TPH

Main Belt Speed: 2.5 m/s

Annual Belt Consumption: Approximately 250 meters

Challenges Faced by the Customer

Before the upgrade, the cement plant experienced:

• Conventional belts hardened quickly under continuous high-temperature conditions.
• Surface cracks developed after extended clinker transportation.
• Rubber cover aging reduced belt flexibility and reliability.
• Frequent replacement increased maintenance workload.
• Production efficiency was affected by unexpected belt failures.
• Standard belts could not provide stable performance in clinker conveying areas.

The customer required a reliable heat resistant conveyor belt for cement plant applications to improve long-term operating stability.

BEDROCK Solution

According to the customer's high-temperature conveying requirements, BEDROCK recommended:

BEDROCK T2 Heat Resistant Conveyor Belt

Key advantages of the solution include:

• Heat-resistant rubber compound designed for high-temperature applications
• Stable performance under continuous clinker transportation
• Improved resistance against thermal aging
• Strong EP fabric carcass for reliable operation
• Suitable for cement plants, clinker handling, and hot material conveying

BEDROCK also provided:

• Conveyor system evaluation
• Belt selection recommendations
• Installation support
• Operation guidance

Before-and-After Comparison

Project Results

After installing the BEDROCK heat resistant conveyor belt:

✔ Belt service life increased significantly under high-temperature operation

✔ Reduced cracking and rubber aging problems

✔ Lower frequency of conveyor belt replacement

✔ Improved clinker transportation stability

✔ Reduced maintenance downtime

✔ Enhanced production continuity of the cement plant

Conclusion

The Yanbu cement plant conveyor belt replacement project proves that selecting the correct heat resistant conveyor belt is essential for high-temperature material handling applications.

BEDROCK T2 Heat Resistant Conveyor Belt provides reliable performance in harsh Middle East climates, helping cement plants reduce maintenance requirements, improve operational efficiency, and achieve better long-term cost performance.