Custom Catch Cloths: Why One-Size-Fits-All Doesn't Work for Conveyor Systems
In industrial environments where conveyor systems play a central role, especially in food processing, packaging, and manufacturing, maintaining cleanliness and safety is non-negotiable. One often-overlooked component in this equation? Catch cloths, or conveyor tarps, which help prevent debris from falling onto plant floors and into critical equipment.
While some facilities rely on off-the-shelf solutions, these one-size-fits-all tarps often fall short, leading to messes, safety risks, and inefficiencies.
That’s where custom sewn
Dotro tarps from Siftex come in. Designed with your unique conveyor layout in mind, our precision-engineered catch cloths are built to improve plant safety, ease maintenance, and ensure compliance with cleanliness standards.
The Problem With Standard Catch Cloths
Using generic conveyor tarps can create more problems than they solve. Here’s why:
- Improper Fit: Gaps around the tarp’s edges allow crumbs, dust, or product to escape, defeating the purpose.
- Difficult Maintenance: If the tarp isn’t tailored to your conveyor system, removing and cleaning it can be time-consuming and frustrating.
- Reduced Durability: Many stock tarps aren’t built for industrial environments. They wear out quickly, costing you in replacements and downtime.
- Limited Safety Features: Without options like welded hems or drain plugs, generic tarps can become contamination risks, especially in food-grade applications.
Why Custom Catch Cloths from Siftex Make the Difference
Siftex’s sewn Dotro tarps are built for your application, not the other way around. Here’s what sets them apart:
1. Tailored to Your Conveyor Geometry
Every conveyor layout is different. We offer custom construction in:
- Straight runs
- 45°, 90°, and 180° angles
- S-shapes
- Funnels and boxes
Using CAD precision-cut sections, we ensure every tarp fits like a glove, which means better performance and faster maintenance.
2. Durable, Food-Safe Materials
Our tarps are made from heavy-duty, vinyl-coated polyester, offering resistance to:
- Oil
- Mold
- Mildew
Plus, we use hot-air welded hems instead of stitched ones—eliminating the risk of thread contamination in sensitive environments like food processing facilities.
3. Smart Custom Features
To make your operations smoother, we offer:
- Zippers for quick emptying
- Windows for visibility
- Drain plugs to manage liquids
- Grommets & Stayput Hooks for secure mounting
- A wide range of color options for visual management or compliance
Easier Cleaning Means Faster Changeouts
Time is money. With custom-fit tarps that are easy to remove, empty, and rehang, you’ll spend less time on cleanup and more time running your process. Dotro tarps are designed specifically with high-crumb and high-dust areas in mind, making them a smart investment in long-term cleanliness and efficiency.
Built for YOUR Operation
No matter your industry, whether you're in food processing, pet food, pharma, or general manufacturing, Siftex can design a Dotro catch cloth that fits your conveyor perfectly and meets your plant’s unique needs.
Talk to a Siftex Expert Today
Don’t settle for "good enough." Get a catch cloth that’s built to last, easy to clean, and tailored to your exact conveyor system. Contact us to speak with one of our product specialists.
We’ll help you assess your system, choose the right materials, and design a Dotro catch cloth that protects your people, your product, and your process.
