Conveyor belts are used in several industries to transport objects on a production chain, for instance the filling system of bottles and cans in the beverage industry. 

Increasing production demands put additional pressure on conveyor system, often resulting in higher running costs and increased downtime for older systems. To ensure the smooth functioning of the system, reduce friction between the conveyor belt and the containers to enable traffic flow and prevent accidents resulting from the movement of the belt, a good lubrication is key.

In addition to good lubrication, conveyor belts present two important needs: cleaning and prevention of bacterial contamination.

All three needs can be addressed with a diluted surfactant blend, allowing the smooth transportation of bottles and cans. For this specific purpose, Kao offers a range of surfactants for the formulation of such tailormade blends.