Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for manufacturing a conveyor belt with an image or functional element incorporated in the belt. The method comprising: manufacture of a first ply to carry an image or a functional element; applying an image or a functional element to the first ply; utilising the first ply bearing the image or functional element in the manufacture of a conveyor belt wherein the manufacturing processes involves applying a topcoat over the first ply; and joining the ends of the first ply to form an endless belt.

Abstract: A conveyor, primarily but not exclusively for use in the food industry, in which a conveyor belt (19) is supported on a belt platform (11) for movement relative thereto, and the belt platform (11) is formed as a unitary component from a single sheet metal blank. Preferably the conveyor includes a support leg structure (12, 13) and that supporting leg structure is also formed as a unitary component from a single metal blank. Most preferably the belt platform and the supporting leg structure are formed as a unitary component from a single metal blank.

Abstract: A conveyor, primarily but not exclusively for use in the food industry, in which a conveyor belt (19) is supported on a belt platform (11) for movement relative thereto, and the belt platform (11) is formed as a unitary component from a single sheet metal blank. Preferably the conveyor includes a support leg structure (12, 13) and that supporting leg structure is also formed as a unitary component from a single metal blank. Most preferably the belt platform and the supporting leg structure are formed as a unitary component from a single metal blank.