Spiral Idlers for Steel & Sponge Iron Plants

UGES spiral idlers feature a continuous spiral rubber profile that actively moves carryback material away from the belt center on U.S. steel and sponge iron plant conveyors, providing superior cleaning on return runs. Built to CEMA standards to keep your conveyor system running reliably.

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Spiral Idlers Key Specifications

Roller Diameter

108mm and 133mm spiral rollers with continuous rubber spiral pattern for active material displacement.

Spiral Pitch

Optimized spiral pitch of 80-120mm providing effective outward material movement at standard steel plant belt speeds.

Rubber Profile

15-20mm raised spiral rubber profile vulcanized to steel shell, displacing iron ore fines and sinter carryback outward.

Bearing Type

6205 heavy-duty bearings with multi-stage seals designed for continuous exposure to abrasive iron dust.

Spiral Direction

Available in left-hand and right-hand spiral configurations, typically installed in opposing pairs for balanced material discharge.

Shell Construction

3.2mm ERW steel tube base with vulcanized spiral rubber element, providing structural strength and cleaning effectiveness.

Industrial Applications

Iron Ore Fines Return Cleaning
Actively displacing fine iron ore particles from return belts on high-capacity ore handling conveyors in beneficiation plants.
Sinter Return Belt Maintenance
Cleaning sticky sinter residue from return belts where conventional scrapers cannot fully remove adhered material.
Coal Dust Removal on Returns
Spiraling coal dust and fines off return belts in coal handling systems feeding coke oven batteries and boilers.

Customer Testimonial

We've been sourcing conveyor components from United Global Engineering Solutions for quite some time now. Their conveyor belt accessories, including industrial conveyor rollers and pulleys, have consistently met our quality and performance standards. We highly recommend them for all your conveyor system needs.
Ralph BaderThe Repeat Client
We worked with United Global Engineering Solutions for our conveyor needs, and the experience was excellent from start to finish. Their team understood our requirements quickly, recommended the right conveyor solution for our operations, and delivered quality industrial conveyor belts that made a real difference. Since the installation, our workflow has improved and day-to-day operations feel much more efficient. We’re grateful for their support and would gladly recommend them.
Nageshwar NaiduThe Satisfied Customer
We’ve worked with United Global on multiple projects, and their conveyor belts for food processing have made a real difference. What stands out most is their ability to customize solutions to our needs and deliver quality products on time. Their prompt service and cost-effective approach have made them a partner we can count on.
Shri Kanth ReddyThe Valued Partner
We’ve worked with United Global Engineering Solutions on multiple projects, and they’ve consistently delivered. Their conveyor belts for food processing have made a real difference for us, and we’ve appreciated how they tailor solutions to our specific needs. The team is responsive, the service is prompt, and the solutions are cost-effective without sacrificing quality.
Sharadha MohanThe Satisfied Manufacturer