SantEnt: Leading authorised distributor of Optibelt
Introduction
Optibelt stands as a global leader in the manufacturing of high-performance power transmission belts. Renowned for their precision engineering and durability, Optibelt’s products, including V-belts, timing belts, and ribbed belts, are critical components in machinery across diverse sectors like automotive, agricultural engineering, and general industrial applications. Their reputation is built on German engineering excellence, ensuring superior power transmission, efficiency, and operational longevity. As an Authorised Distributor for Optibelt, SantEnt leverages its extensive global sourcing network and decades of expertise to supply genuine Optibelt products, ensuring our clients receive the best in performance and reliability.
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Table of content
- 1. SantEnt: Leading authorised distributor of Optibelt
- 2. Introduction
- 3. Optibelt at a glance
- 4. History of Optibelt
- 5. Optibelt Product Portfolio
- 6. Acquisitions & Group Companies
- 7. Stay updated with Optibelt
- 8. Why choose SantEnt for your Optibelt requirements?
- 9. Official Authorization for Optibelt
Optibelt at a glance
| Founded | 1872 |
| Headquarters | Hoxter, Germany |
| Leadership | Regina Arning(CEO), Konrad Ummen |
| Tentative Revenue | Approximately €300 Million |
| Listed on Stock Market? | No |
| Parent Organisation(s) | Arntz-Optibelt Group |
| Subsidiary Organization(s) | Multiple global production & sales subsidiaries |
| Ownership | Privately Held (Family Owned) |
| Other Group Entities or Stakeholders | DESCH DPC GmbH & Co. KG |
History of Optibelt
| Year | Milestone |
| 1872 | The "Hoxtersche Gummifadenfabrik Emil Arntz" was founded, initially producing rubber threads. |
| 1947 | Post-war reconstruction saw the pivotal start of V-belt production in the Hoxter factory. |
| 1968 | The company initiated its international expansion by establishing its first foreign subsidiary in Northern Ireland. |
| 1975 | The brand name was officially changed to "Optibelt" to reflect its core product focus. |
| 2003 | Significant expansion of the product portfolio with the introduction of polyurethane timing belts and ribbed belts. |
| 2025 | Continued global growth with new production facilities established in Romania, China, and Mexico, solidifying its worldwide presence. |
Optibelt Product Portfolio
V-Belts
Optibelt V-Belts
| Sub-categories | Products & Features | Applications | Industries |
| Wedge belts | High power transmission, compact drive design, maintenance-free options. | Compressors, fans, pumps, mixers. | General Machine Engineering, HVAC, Construction. |
| High performance v-belts | Aramid cord for extreme loads, low-stretch properties, high temperature resistance. | Heavy-duty crushers, agricultural choppers, forestry equipment. | Mining, Agriculture, Heavy Industry. |
| High performance wedge belts with aramid cord | Enhanced power capacity, superior shock load resistance, extended service life. | Stone crushers, grinders, shredders. | Quarrying, Recycling, Industrial Processing. |
| Classic V-belts | Universal application, reliable performance, cost-effective drive solution. | Light-duty drives, ventilation systems, conveyor technology. | Workshops, Light Manufacturing, Building Services. |
| High performance wedge belts - raw edge, moulded cogged | High flexibility, improved heat dissipation, suitable for small pulley diameters. | Automotive auxiliary drives, garden tools, textile machinery. | Automotive Aftermarket, Garden Technology, Textiles. |
| Variable speed belts | Wide raw-edge design for precise speed control, smooth running, high efficiency. | Drill presses, lathes, packaging machines, combine harvesters. | Machine Tools, Packaging, Agricultural Machinery. |
| Double sided V-belts | Hexagonal profile for multi-pulley serpentine drives, high flexibility. | Roller drives, textile spinning frames, agricultural implements. | Textile Industry, Agriculture, Special Machinery. |
| V-belts for passenger cars | OE quality, temperature and wear-resistant, reliable power for auxiliary units. | Alternators, power steering pumps, air-conditioning compressors. | Automotive Aftermarket, Vehicle Repair Shops. |
| V-belt for commercial vehicles | Robust construction for high-stress applications, long service life in demanding conditions. | Engine cooling fans, alternators, compressors in trucks and buses. | Commercial Vehicles, Transportation, Logistics. |
| Belts for refrigeration units | Special compound for low-temperature flexibility and reliability in cold environments. | Transport refrigeration systems (e.g., Thermo King, Carrier). | Cold Chain Logistics, Refrigerated Transport. |
| Keilriemens | German term for V-belts, representing the core product line with universal applications. | All standard V-belt applications. | All Industrial & Automotive sectors. |
Kraftbands
Optibelt Kraftbands
| Sub-categories | Products & Features | Applications | Industries |
| Kraftbands - wrapped | Multiple V-belts joined by a tie-band, prevents belt twisting, absorbs vibrations. | Vertical shaft drives, pulsating load applications, large canter distances. | Agricultural Machinery, Mining, Construction. |
| High performance kraftbands - wrapped | Aramid cord reinforcement, wrapped construction for harsh, abrasive environments. | Rock crushers, vibrating screens, heavy-duty saws. | Quarrying, Aggregates, Forestry, Oil & Gas. |
| Kraftbands with high-performance wedge belts | Combines wedge belt efficiency with kraftband stability for extreme power needs. | Chippers, shredders, large ventilation systems | Recycling, Cement Production, Power Generation. |
| High performance kraftbands - raw edge | Cogged profile for enhanced flexibility and heat dissipation, ideal for high-speed drives. | High-power fans, compressors, heavy-duty pumps. | Industrial Processing, Power Plants. |
| Kraftbands for commercial vehicles | Tie-band construction ensures stable power transmission for demanding auxiliary drives. | Fan drives and alternator drives in buses, trucks, and construction vehicles. | Commercial Vehicles, Heavy Equipment. |
| Kraftbands for transport refrigeration commercial vehicles | Designed for reliability in continuous operation and variable temperature conditions. | Main drive for refrigeration compressors in transport units. | Cold Chain Logistics, Food & Beverage Transport. |
Ribbed Belts
Optibelt Ribbed Belts
| Sub-categories | Products & Features | Applications | Industries |
| Ribbed Belts | High flexibility for serpentine drives, excellent power transmission, low noise. | Automotive auxiliary drives, household appliances, fitness equipment. | Automotive, Appliance Manufacturing, Fitness. |
| Ribbed belts for passenger cars | OE-specific lengths and profiles, EPDM compound for durability and high performance. | Complete front-end auxiliary drive (FEAD) systems in modern cars. | Automotive Aftermarket, Car Manufacturing. |
| Ribbed belts for commercial vehicles | Extra robust design to handle high torque and demanding operating conditions. | Heavy-duty auxiliary drives in trucks, buses, and off-road vehicles. | Commercial Vehicles, Public Transport, Construction. |
| Ribbed Belts Rubber | General purpose rubber construction for a wide range of industrial applications. | Power tools, packaging machinery, conveyor systems. | General Machine Engineering, Logistics, Manufacturing. |
Timing Belts
Optibelt Timing Belts
| Sub-categories | Products & Features | Applications | Industries |
| Double timing belts - high performance and universal for HTD + RPP pulleys | Universal tooth profile (OMEGA/STD), high precision, maintenance-free. | Positioning drives, conveyor systems, automation tasks. | Automation, Logistics, Food & Beverage, Packaging. |
| High performance timing belts | Carbon or aramid cord, high torque capacity, minimal stretch for precision. | Robotics, linear drives, high-torque power transmission. | Robotics, Machine Tools, Printing Industry. |
| Timing belts for fan drives for HTD + RPP pulleys | Specifically designed for quiet operation and efficiency in air movement systems. | Large industrial fans, HVAC systems, cooling towers. | HVAC, Building Management, Power Generation. |
| Timing belts - high performance and universal | Versatile use across many pulley systems, high power transmission capabilities. | General conveying, automation, and synchronization tasks. | General Manufacturing, Automation. |
| Timing belts - double timing belts | Teeth on both sides for driving multiple pulleys in complex serpentine or reversing drives. | Textile machinery, sorting systems, packaging equipment. | Textiles, Logistics, Packaging. |
| Timing belts with glass cord | Glass fibre cord for good flexibility and dimensional stability. | Standard industrial drives, office machines, household appliances. | Office Equipment, Appliance Manufacturing. |
| Finite timing belt made of chloroprene with steel cord | Open-ended belts with high-strength steel cord, suitable for linear motion. | Linear actuators, automated doors, XYZ gantry systems. | Automation, Material Handling, Door Systems. |
| High performance, endless timing belts made of cast polyurethane | High abrasion resistance, clean operation, steel or aramid reinforcement. | Positioning applications, clean room environments, conveyors. | Food Processing, Pharmaceuticals, Electronics. |
| High performance timing belts with carbon cord | Extreme tensile strength, low elongation, compact drive design possible. | High-performance robotics, CNC machines, racing applications. | Automation, Machine Tools, Automotive Performance. |
| Timing belts made of polyurethane - linear | Open-ended polyurethane belts sold by the meter for linear movement systems. | Pick-and-place robots, automated warehouse systems. | Logistics, Automation, Material Handling. |
| Timing belts - endless, extruded polyurethane | Endless belts with high flexibility, ideal for conveying and light power transmission. | Glass transport, ceramic tile conveying, food handling. | Glass & Ceramics, Food & Beverage. |
| Timing Belts for passenger cars | OE-spec for precise camshaft and crankshaft synchronization, high temperature resistance. | Engine timing systems (camshaft drive). | Automotive Manufacturing, Automotive Aftermarket. |
| Timing Belts Rubber | Chloroprene-based belts for general purpose industrial power transmission and conveying. | Standard industrial drives, power tools, packaging equipment. | General Industry, Manufacturing. |
| Timing Belts Polyurethane | Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) for abrasion resistance and clean operation. | Food and pharmaceutical conveying, positioning drives. | Food & Beverage, Medical, Pharmaceuticals. |
Other Belts
Optibelt Other Belts
| Sub-categories | Products & Features | Applications | Industries |
| Wide-angle polyurethane kraftbands | 60° angle profile, high flexibility, joined construction for stability. | Roller conveyors, live roller drives, sorting systems. | Logistics, Airport Baggage Handling, Warehousing. |
| Endless high-performance flat belts | Woven fabric construction with elastomer covers, efficient and quiet. | Tangential drives, high-speed applications, paper processing. | Textile Industry, Printing, Paper & Pulp. |
| V-belts made of polyurethane | High abrasion resistance, resistant to oils and chemicals, often used in round profiles. | Tile conveying, food processing lines, special machinery. | Ceramics, Food & Beverage, Glass Manufacturing. |
| Round belts made of polyurethane | Can be welded endless, highly flexible, suitable for multi-directional power transmission. | Light-duty roller conveyors, live roller drives, sorting lines. | Logistics, Packaging, Food Processing. |
| Open ended V-belts – punched | Can be cut to length and joined with connectors for fixed centre distance drives. | Emergency repairs, older machinery, drives with limited access. | Maintenance & Repair, Vintage Machinery. |
| Polyurethane link V-belts | Assembled from individual links, adjustable length, good vibration damping. | Drives with no take-up, harsh environments (e.g., HVAC fans). | HVAC, Marine, Woodworking. |
| Timing belts, finally extruded, polyurethane | Open-ended rolls of polyurethane timing belts for linear applications. | Automated material handling, linear actuators, lift doors. | Automation, Logistics, Building Systems. |
Metals
Optibelt Metals
| Sub-categories | Products & Features | Applications | Industries |
| V-Grooved Pulleys | Cast iron pulleys for taper bushings, precisely matched to Optibelt V-belts. | Drive systems for pumps, fans, compressors, and general machinery. | All Industrial Sectors. |
| Timing Belt Pulleys | Aluminium or steel pulleys for taper bushings or with a pilot bore, available for all common profiles. | High-precision synchronous drives in automation and robotics. | Automation, Machine Tools, Packaging. |
| Ribbed Belt Pulleys | Pulleys designed for Optibelt ribbed belts, ensuring optimal performance and belt life. | Compact drives, automotive auxiliary units, household appliances. | Automotive, Appliance Manufacturing. |
| Taper-Bushings | Keyed hub-to-shaft connection system for quick and secure mounting of pulleys. | Securing pulleys, sprockets, and couplings to shafts. | General Machine Engineering. |
| Taper-Hubs | Weld-on or bolt-on hubs designed to accept taper bushings for custom sprockets/pulleys. | Fabricating custom drive components like fan hubs or plate sprockets. | Custom Machine Building, Fabrication. |
| Clamping Elements | Keyless shaft-hub locking devices for backlash-free power transmission. | High-precision applications requiring zero backlash, like robotics. | Automation, Machine Tools, Robotics. |
| Couplings | Flexible and rigid couplings to connect shafts and compensate for misalignment. | Connecting motors to pumps, gearboxes, and other driven equipment. | Pump Systems, Conveyor Drives, General Industry. |
| CP Clamping Plates for Timing Belts | Used to fix the ends of open-ended timing belts in linear drive systems. | Linear actuators, gantry systems, and positioning tables. | Automation, Material Handling. |
| ZRW Timing Bars | Toothed racks that engage with timing belts or pulleys for linear motion. | Custom linear drive systems and actuators. | Special Machine Building, Automation. |
Repair Kits and Equipment
Optibelt Repair Kits and Equipment
| Sub-categories | Products & Features | Applications | Industries |
| Repair kit for passenger cars with V-ribbed belts | All-in-one kit including belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys for a complete system overhaul. | Front End Auxiliary Drive (FEAD) system repair in passenger vehicles. | Automotive Aftermarket, Repair Garages. |
| Repair kits for passenger cars with timing belts | Complete kit with timing belt, tensioners, and idlers for engine timing system service. | Critical engine timing system replacement as per manufacturer schedules. | Automotive Aftermarket, Service Centers. |
| Water pumps | High-quality water pumps, often integrated into timing belt kits. | Engine cooling system maintenance and repair. | Automotive Aftermarket. |
| Repair kits for passenger cars with timing belt with water pumps | Comprehensive kit including all timing components plus the water pump for a full service. | Complete engine timing and cooling system overhaul. | Automotive Aftermarket, Professional Mechanics. |
Technical Tools
Optibelt Technical Tools
| Sub-categories | Products & Features | Applications | Industries |
| Toothed belt locks | A device to clamp open-ended timing belts for tensioning and transport. | Securing belts during installation or on linear transport systems. | Automation, Logistics, Installation Services. |
| Joint connectors | Mechanical fasteners for joining open-ended V-belts (punched). | Field repair and installation on fixed-centre drives. | Maintenance & Repair Operations (MRO). |
| Plate connectors | Flat connectors for joining open-ended V-belts securely. | On-site assembly of V-belts for custom length requirements. | Agriculture, Vintage Machinery Repair. |
| Tool for round belts made of polyurethane | Splicing kits and clamping tools for creating endless round belts from open-ended stock. | Custom conveyor system setup and maintenance. | Logistics, Food Processing, Packaging. |
| Technical devices | Tension gauges (e.g., OPTIKRIK), laser alignment tools, frequency meters. | Measuring belt tension, aligning pulleys, and ensuring optimal drive performance. | Industrial Maintenance, Field Service, Quality Control. |
| OPTI-TT-Autos | A specialised frequency-based tension tester for automotive belts. | Accurately setting tension on automotive V-ribbed and timing belts. | Automotive Garages, Professional Mechanics. |
Acquisitions & Group Companies
DESCH DPC GmbH & Co. KG
A key partner within the group, DESCH is a specialist in modern drive technology, including clutches, brakes, and couplings. This relationship allows Optibelt to offer customers fully integrated and engineered drive solutions beyond belts, providing a single source for complex power transmission systems.
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Why choose SantEnt for your Optibelt requirements?
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Vast Inventory, Global Sourcing & Competitive Pricing
Over 60,000 bearings in stock and strong relationships with manufacturers & other distributors help us ensure no Optibelt product is too far from you. Our offering is always competitively priced through extensive collaborations and strong relationships with our supply chain stakeholders to achieve the best prices for Optibelt products. Additionally, we are Authorised Distributors of Schaeffler, FAG, INA, FYH, Optibelt and Dodge. -
Genuine Products Guaranteed over Decades of Trust
As a renowned Bearing distribution company established in 1977, our third generation is equipped with Engineering, Technology & Business Management education as well as corporate experience. This enables us to deliver genuine products with professionalised services to our rapidly growing global customer base spread across 60 countries and 6 continents. -
Robust Technical & After-Sales Support
Owing to the criticality of the products we deal in, our responsibility starts much before the supply of products, by way of Technical Support in identifying the right spare parts for the desired application, eliminating instances of failure or premature breakdown. Even after supply, we closely work with our customers in case of any queries or support requirements such as product warranty, installation & storage guidance to cite a few.
Official Authorization for Optibelt
Authorised Distributor Certificate
SantEnt is proud to be an officially Authorised Distributor for Optibelt in India, a trusted partnership that has been active since 1977. This long-standing authorization is your ultimate assurance of receiving 100% genuine Optibelt products, effectively removing the risks of sourcing from unverified channels. Choosing SantEnt means you gain direct access to manufacturer-backed warranties, comprehensive technical data, and the latest product innovations. Our multi-decade relationship with Optibelt ensures that we provide not only authentic components but also the most competitive pricing and dependable service, solidifying your supply chain with quality and trust.
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