SOURCE: ContiTech | April 29, 2026
Fairlawn, Ohio – Continental’s group sector ContiTech has launched EcoFlex and EcoFlex Plus textile conveyor belts in South America, expanding its portfolio of high-performance conveying solutions built on advanced material expertise.
Designed for use in demanding industrial environments, the all-purpose textile belts deliver durability, consistent performance and long service life. The belts feature an optimized construction that reflects ContiTech’s focus on material-driven innovation, application-specific engineering, and sustainability.
EcoFlex and EcoFlex Plus were developed as sustainability-focused solutions, leveraging advanced fiber and carcass technologies. By transitioning from polyamide (nylon) to High Energy Polyester (HEP), this innovation reduces CO₂ emissions at the material level while maintaining robust mechanical performance.
This advancement contributes to up to a 32% reduction in Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) at the carcass level compared to conventional textile constructions, while maintaining strength, flexibility, and operational efficiency.*
“Our goal is to be the customer’s first choice for material-driven solutions,” said Guilherme Santos, South America product manager, ContiTech Industrial Solutions Americas. “EcoFlex and EcoFlex Plus reflect our deep expertise in polymers, industrial textiles and conveyor belts, as well as our commitment to sustainability and to developing solutions tailored to our customers’ operational needs. Customer centricity is a key driver of our product development strategy, with a focus on close collaboration, application knowledge and long-term performance optimization.”
EcoFlex and EcoFlex Plus belts are now available in South America. EcoFlex Conveyor Belt –South America.
Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets.
ContiTech is one of the world’s leading material experts. The Continental group sector offers its customers reliable, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 20,000 employees (Status as of March 2026) at more than 60 sites globally, and sales of some 6.0 billion euros (2025), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.
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