Key Technology's Iso-Flo boasts flexible, contoured composite spring arms

Originally made from steel, then composite material, Key’s flat springs had historically required too-frequent replacement because of fatigue, says Ed Pilpel, Gordon’s executive vice president. Gordon Composites was tasked with developing a more durable spring arm solution for Key’s food product conveyors.

Ed Pilpel concludes: “These contour springs have been in use in one customer application for more than five years, and they exhibit at least twice the life of the previous flat spring style — that’s a testament to the durability of this simple yet hardworking design.”