Songatech (Pty) Ltd is a leading supplier and distributor of high-quality industrial mining consumables and processing equipment, specialising in premium chevron conveyor belting across South Africa and the African continent. We source, stock, and deliver top-tier bulk material handling solutions engineered to withstand the most punishing wet and dry transport environments.
On this page, we cover the primary operational uses of chevron conveyor belting, how it compares to alternative material handling systems, and what factors influence bulk pricing in the local market. You will also find an explicit product comparison table within our material handling division and a direct guide on how to secure a fast commercial quotation from our Alrode warehouse.
Our goal is to help your procurement and plant teams maximise steep-angle transport efficiency while lowering overall operational costs.
What are Chevron Conveyor Belting Used for In South African Mines?
In South African mineral processing plants and surface operations, chevron conveyor belting is the primary media used for inclined bulk material handling, steep-angle ore transport, and high-elevation stockpile feeding. Mines processing gold, platinum, coal, chrome, and iron ore rely on these profiled lines to transport materials up steep gradients where a standard smooth surface belt would fail. Constructed with integrated, moulded rubber cleats or profiles in “V” or multi-chevron shapes, these belts are engineered to hold materials firmly in place as the conveyor climbs, preventing product loss and slippage.
This specific cleated configuration gives chevron conveyor belting a massive operational advantage over standard flat belts or alternative haulage methods like dump trucks. When standard smooth conveyor belts are adjusted to angles above 15° or 18°, loose rocks, wet coal, and fine gravel begin to slide and roll backward, causing hazardous spillages and heavy product losses.
When compared to alternative transport options, specialised chevron belts allow processing plants to save substantial ground space by handling material movement at angles ranging from 20° up to 40°. This steep-angle capability means mines can build shorter, more compact conveyor structures rather than sprawling overland frameworks, lowering structural infrastructure costs.
In high-volume South African washing facilities and crushing circuits, preventing material roll-back keeps the plant running continuously.
Our locally supplied chevron belting, engineered with wear-resistant and crack-resistant profiles, maintains its cleat height and tracking for longer under heavy load conditions, ensuring high mechanical availability and optimal throughput for your entire handling circuit.
Material Handling and Conveyor Product Comparison Table
Selecting the correct conveyor belt profile height (such as low profiles for fine aggregates or high profiles for coarse ores) prevents premature profile tearing and keeps your plant running smoothly.
For a fully integrated processing plant layout, inclined chevron conveyors accept separated ore fractions directly from primary screening decks or industrial sizing screens and elevate them directly to secondary storage silos or milling bins.
The table below outlines the core functional differences between the primary conveyor and material handling products available from Songatech:
| Product Name | Primary Core Reinforcement | Best Suited For | Core Operational Advantage |
| Chevron Conveyor Belting | Fabric Carcass with Moulded Profiles | Steep Inclined Material Transport | Prevents Material Roll-Back on Steep Slopes |
| Heavy-Duty Industrial Conveyor Belts | Multi-Ply Fabric (EP / Nylon) | General Plant Bulk Material Handling | High Elasticity & General Abrasive Resistance |
| High-Strength Steel Cord Conveyor Belts | Longitudinal Steel Cables | High-Tonnage Overland Long-Distance Transport | Zero Permanent Elongation & Extreme Tensile Strength |
| Cleated Conveyor Belts | Fabric Carcass with Corrugated Cleats | High-Angle Vertical Pocket Lifting | Maximum Bulk Volume Retention at Vertical Angles |
| Reducing Equipment Damage With Conveyor Belt Impact Beds | Steel Frame with Rubber-UHMW Sliding Bars | Loading Zones & Feed Drop Points | Absorbs Severe Kinetic Shock to Protect Belting |
| Sourcing Heavy-Duty Conveyor Belt Fasteners and Accessories | Hardened Steel Alloys / Polyurethane | Belt Maintenance, Splicing, and Cleaning | Ensures Rapid Structural Joining & Clean Operation |
Chevron Conveyor Belting Price Guide
The cost of chevron conveyor belting in South Africa depends heavily on the overall width of the belt (typically ranging from 450mm to 1050mm+), the height of the chevron profiles (typically 15mm for fine materials or 25mm to 32mm for larger rocks), the number of internal fabric plies, and the specific rubber cover compound specified. Chevrons that feature integrally vulcanised profiles carry a higher price tag than plain belts, but they provide superior durability because the cleats cannot split away from the base belt under heavy load stress.
To provide a practical market demonstration, a standard fabric chevron conveyor belt (e.g., 750mm width, Class 315/3 with a 15mm high open-V profile) can range anywhere from R750 to R1,650+ per metre excluding VAT, depending on the internal fabric tensile rating, the profile height, and the total order volume. Large mining setups requiring specialized oil-resistant or flame-retardant rubber grades for underground aggregate or coal handling will alter final pricing tiers based on production scale.
Songatech serves as an ideal seller and distributor because we maintain dedicated local stock, technical splicing support accessories, and fast lead times from our Alrode facility. This protects South African mines and industrial plants from long international freight delays and unpredictable foreign exchange fluctuations. We ensure that your bulk procurement costs remain predictable while strictly providing material handling equipment built to international standards.
Get a quotation for Chevron Conveyor Belting from Us
Acquiring a commercial supply quote from Songatech is straightforward. Your procurement and plant engineering teams can contact our Alrode head office directly to discuss your belt widths, incline angles, and delivery timelines.
- Phone Contacts: 010 555 0828 or 083 597 3427
- Email Orders: admin@songatech.co.za
- Physical Yard: 6 Flamink Road, Alrode, Alberton South
Once we receive your technical belt specifications, calculated structural inclinations, and required profile heights, our experienced technical team prepares a detailed cost estimate within a fast lead time to keep your bulk handling operations moving efficiently.
