Category: Belts

Gates has recently re-aligned the Automotive Aftermarket organisational structure for EMEA (Europe,  Middle East and Africa).

Stretch belts were introduced as OE fit by some vehicle manufactures around a decade ago and although prevalent in the aftermarket, they are still less common than traditional Poly V belts. If you are less familiar with the concept and practice of the stretch belt, the following information may help to take some of the

Gates’ PIC (Parts Image Capture) Gauge is an easy-to-use smartphone App that accurately and reliably evaluates belt wear. It is the first digital tool available, designed to be used by professional technicians to more accurately diagnose multi-ribbed belt wear.

Meyle is changing to EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) material for all V-ribbed belts from its drive components product group.

With Gates extended range of PowerGrip® Kits plus water pump, mechanics and technicians  can service their customers’ cars with a complete high-quality system.

INA parts for an additional 3.353 million vehicles were introduced during 2012. The market-leading range of INA belt drive components recently released into the automotive aftermarket by Schaeffler Automotive Aftermarket (UK) Ltd include significant new additions for both passenger cars and light commercial vehicles (LCVs).

When installing a new part in the Auxiliary Belt Drive System (ABDS), consider the implications for the other components in the drive. Gates research shows that surface wear resulting in the loss of material can negatively affect the overall performance of the belt.

Taco Homan is the new Regional Sales Manager for Gates in the UK and Republic of Ireland. Supported by a strong and well-established sales team, he takes control of the aftermarket sales and marketing activities of one of the world’s leading manufacturers of belts and tensioners.

At the annual GroupAuto International (GAI) congress, taking place in Croatia from April 24 to 26, Gates was honoured as Supplier of the Year in the category ‘Sales’.