Continental rubber timing belts with improved EPDM material quality

Starting January 1, 2026, all Continental rubber timing belts in 8M and 14M pitch will be supplied exclusively in the new, improved EPDM material grade. EPDM stands for Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer. It is a type of synthetic rubber known for its excellent properties and versatility. This transition offers clear advantages: improved temperature resistance, extended service life, and a future-proof material base for demanding applications. You want yet (Not) ready to switch to the new timing belts? Then use the remaining time until the end of 2025 to replenish your inventory with the current collection at a competitive price!

The new generation of timing belts Continental timing belts

The new EPDM-based rubber timing belts come in three powerful versions:

• Conti Synchroforce for the low and mid-range performance range. This belt replaces the existing CONTI SYNCHROBELT.
• Conti Synchroforce Advance for the higher performance range. This belt replaces the existing CONTI SYNCHROFORCE CXP.
• Conti Synchroforce Advance Pro for the most demanding applications in industrial drive technology.

The belts are fully compatible, with no changes to pitch, length, or profile. This means you can easily replace the belts in your existing systems and immediately benefit from the new features. Only checking the preload frequencies is recommended. Furthermore, the belts are antistatic according to ISO 9563, conditionally oil-resistant*, and maintenance-free in contact with coolants and lubricants. And because we've optimized both the fabric and the base material, using extremely strong fiberglass and aramid tensile members, you can always count on maximum slip resistance and power transmission.

The benefits at a glance

• More durable: Depending on test conditions, durability increases significantly compared to CR belts.
• More sustainable: chlorine-free, PFAS-free and fewer chemical components (PAHs, halogens, solvents).
• More temperature resistant: Can be used in a wide temperature range from -40°C to +120°C. Compared to CR belts, EPDM belts therefore extend the permissible temperature range by 40°C.

Contact our Continental expert early on Bob Heads to coordinate this with you.