Case Study

How ROADCLEAT™ Cleated Belts Deliver Reliable Performance in Asphalt Milling

Posted by: Aimee McCracken on 10 March 2026

Updated on: 10 March 2026

Road milling is one of the most demanding applications for conveyor belts. Machines operate at high speeds while moving large volumes of highly abrasive asphalt millings, placing significant wear on conveyor components. Selecting the right conveyor belt is essential to maintain productivity and keep operations running smoothly.

In a recent project with E. Quinn Contracts, Smiley Monroe supplied a tailored conveyor belt solution designed specifically for this challenging application.

The Challenge: Handling Abrasive Asphalt Millings

E. Quinn Contracts is a leading civil engineering and road surfacing contractor operating across Northern Ireland and the UK. Their work includes road construction, resurfacing, drainage and groundworks, often involving specialist equipment operating in demanding environments.

Road planers play a critical role in resurfacing operations, removing worn asphalt layers quickly and efficiently so new road surfaces can be installed. However, the conveyor systems on these machines must reliably transport highly abrasive asphalt millings away from the cutting drum while operating at high speeds.

For E. Quinn Contracts, sourcing a conveyor belt capable of withstanding these conditions while maintaining consistent performance was essential.

The Solution: ROADCLEAT™ Integrally Moulded Cleated Belts

To meet the requirements of the Wirtgen i200 milling machine, Smiley Monroe supplied a ROADCLEAT™ belt from the INTEGRACLEAT™ range, built with integrally moulded cleats designed to provide durability and reliable material handling in high-wear conditions. This configuration helps ensure consistent performance while transporting abrasive asphalt millings at high operating speeds.

By working closely with the Smiley Monroe team, the belt was precisely specified to suit the machine and application, ensuring reliable operation on site.

“We needed a conveyor belt that could provide consistent performance when moving highly abrasive materials at high speeds on our milling machine. ROADCLEAT™ from Smiley Monroe’s INTEGRACLEAT™ range is proven to perform reliably with asphalt milling. Working with the Smiley Monroe team on a belt fully tailored to our requirements has been a huge benefit, we know we’re investing in quality conveyor belts we can trust.”

Stephen McCann, Contracts Manager

E. Quinn Contracts

Engineered for Demanding Applications

Applications like road milling demand conveyor belts that can handle abrasive materials while operating at high speeds. ROADCLEAT™ belts from the INTEGRACLEAT™ range are engineered to perform in these conditions, helping operators maintain reliable performance and maximise uptime.

Manufactured to strict quality standards and supported by Smiley Monroe’s technical expertise, these belts are designed to deliver durability, efficiency and long service life in demanding environments.

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