Custom Under-Conveyor Catch Cloths: Shapes, Lead Times & Ordering
Custom Under-Conveyor Catch Cloths: Shapes, Lead Times & Ordering
Siftex under-conveyor catch cloths are custom-built from 18 oz. vinyl-coated polyester to capture crumbs, debris, and overflow beneath conveyors. Standard turnaround is 14 days, and blanket orders allow same-day shipping of pre-made replacements.
Why Catch Cloths Matter Beneath Your Conveyors
For over 40 years, Siftex has helped commercial bakeries and food processors keep the space beneath their conveyors clean. Catch cloths capture crumbs, product debris, and overflow before it reaches the floor or equipment below, so your team spends less time cleaning and more time producing.
Key Information: How Siftex Builds Catch Cloths
Every catch cloth is custom. Siftex designs from CAD so each piece matches your equipment, using hot air welded or sewn construction. Widths typically range from about 12 to 60 inches, with smaller, larger, and longer sizes available.
Available shapes include straight sections, curves, funnels, boxes, zippered sections, and uncommon shapes for complex layouts. Options include custom hems, grommet spacing, heavy-duty zippers, and location tags. Standard colors are blue, yellow, black, and white, with more available on request.
All cloths are made from 18 oz. vinyl-coated polyester (VCP) with over 350 PSI strength, resistant to oil, mold, and mildew.
Important Considerations: Lead Times and Reordering
Standard turnaround is 14 days, with expedited options. Once a design is approved, it becomes a repeatable part number. With a blanket order, Siftex manufactures cloths in advance, holds them, and ships the same day you release them.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an under-conveyor catch cloth?
An under-conveyor catch cloth is a fabric panel installed beneath a conveyor to capture crumbs, product debris, and overflow. It keeps material off the floor and equipment below, reducing cleanup time. Siftex builds each cloth to the exact shape and size of your conveyor layout.
How long do catch cloths last?
Depending on the application and plant conditions, Siftex catch cloths can provide years of service, and customers typically see 5 years or more before replacement. The vinyl-coated polyester resists oil, mold, and mildew, helping it hold up to daily plant conditions.
How fast can I get a custom catch cloth?
Siftex's standard turnaround is 14 days, with expedited options when you need it sooner. For the fastest replacement, a blanket order lets Siftex build cloths in advance and ship them the same day you release them, so a replacement is ready if a line goes down.
Why would I color-code catch cloths?
Color coding makes it easy to identify different conveyor lines, production zones, or replacement schedules at a glance. Siftex offers standard blue, yellow, black, and white, with additional colors available on request to match your plant's system.
What do I need to get a catch cloth quote?
You can send a CAD drawing, fill out the downloadable catch cloth shape form with your dimensions, or simply talk with the Siftex team if you're unsure what you need. Approved designs become repeatable part numbers for easy reordering.
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