OPTIBELT

Optibelt is a German manufacturer of drive belts, founded in 1872. The company specializes in engine drive system components, including poly-V, timing, and V-belts. Products are used in the automotive sector, industrial machinery, and agricultural equipment. Manufacturing facilities focus on producing high-load torque transmission elements. The brand is owned by the Arntz Optibelt Group.

Country

Germany

Brand History

1. 1872: Emil Arntz founds the company Höxtersche Gummifädenfabrik. 2. 1948: Registration of the Optibelt trademark. 3. 1970s: Expansion of the international network of branches and production sites. 4. 2010s: Implementation of technologies for high-efficiency drives in hybrid and electric systems.

Key OEM Customers

VW, Volvo, MAN, Scania

Type

Manufacturer, Supplier (OEM)

Ecology

The company implements energy-efficient production technologies and optimizes rubber compound compositions to reduce emissions during operation.

Brand Authentication

Marking is applied via thermal printing directly onto the outer surface of the belt. EPDM rubber with a characteristic matte finish and high ozone resistance is used. The batch code consists of 7-8 characters, including the production date and shift code.

Certificates

ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001