Sectional Vulcaniser Press
STARK sectional vulcanising presses
STARK sectional presses are lightweight, durable and modular — built from high-grade aluminium platens and beams that deliver maximum tensile and bending strength at minimum weight, with complete coverage for all splice lengths in fabric ply or steel cord belts. Traverse-bar construction means the press scales to any belt width, and the lightweight sections are practical to transport and assemble at the splice site. Standard sizes are stocked; any size can be manufactured.
Precision temperature and pressure
Each platen is a custom extruded plank with silicone heating elements and composite insulation, flexing to contour to belt irregularities for a uniform splice. A rubber pressure bag distributes pressure evenly across the splice area, and pressure bolts pass through the cross-beam profile for a high level of operator safety, backed by STARK’s H-bar restraining system as a secondary lock.
The STARK Switchgear control box reads exact temperature in each heating plate via PT100 thermo-sensors, monitors individual heating circuits differentially, and stores splice data through a built-in data logger. Temperature and cure time set automatically; one box controls a full set of platens. All electrical systems are CE, CSA and UL approved.
Specifications
| Construction | High-grade aluminium platens and beams |
| Belt types | Fabric ply and steel cord, all splice lengths |
| Vulcanising temperature | Adjustable 0–200°C, PT100 sensor per plate |
| Heating | Electric shielded resistance or silicone elements |
| Cooling | Water or air cooled |
| Supply voltage | 220 / 380 / 400 / 415 / 440 / 480 / 525 V — others on request |
| Bias angles | 17° and 22° platen bias supported |
| Approvals | CE, CSA and UL (all electrical systems) |
Sizing your press
Platen length is your belt manufacturer’s recommended splice length plus 150 mm for fabric belt or 355 mm for steel cord; platen width is belt width plus 150 mm (fabric) or 200 mm (steel cord), with a bias multiplier of 1.05 (17°) or 1.07 (22°). Send us your belt spec and we’ll size the press — custom rectangular configurations and multiple-platen arrangements are also available, and replacement control boxes, platen cords and pressure bags are stocked.
Why choose STARK sectional presses
- Modular traverse-bar design covers any belt width with manageable component weights
- PT100-controlled, differentially monitored heating for consistent splice quality
- Built-in data logger records every splice for QA records
- Pressure-bolt and H-bar restraint system for operator safety
Frequently asked questions
Can one press do both fabric and steel cord splices?
Yes — the same press handles both; only the platen sizing allowance differs (150 mm vs 355 mm over splice length).
What power supply do we need on site?
Presses are built for your site voltage — 220 to 525 V standard, others on request.
Are spare parts available in Australia?
Yes — Mine Supply International supplies replacement control boxes, platen cords and pressure bags.
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