Episode 254: Comparing chain- and belt-drive systems with Ben Branam
Update: 2025-10-02
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In this episode of Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast, host Rich DiPaolo connects with Ben Branam of AutoBrite Company to explore the differences between belt gear drives and conventional rail drives. Branam discusses how belt conveyor frames offer greater longevity due to their design, along with the ease of replacing wear parts that helps operators minimize downtime and streamline maintenance. He also highlights the customer experience advantages belts provide, from smoother loading to enhanced comfort, and explains how operators can balance higher upfront costs against long-term savings and operational benefits. Finally, Branam shares insights on market trends, weighing whether belt conveyors will continue gaining traction or if rail systems will maintain their role in the industry into the foreseeable future.
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