What is an unloading belt: types, features, applications

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 00:21

People in most construction professions, as well as mechanics, electricians and plumbers, need to constantly use both hands to perform their work duties, while their working tool must always be within reach. To do this, it is important for them to learn how to properly organize the space around them and use special devices that facilitate their actions. One of the best helpers of the builder, a kind of construction organizer is the unloading belt. There are several models of these devices, each of which has its own characteristics and characteristics. What should be the belt for the tool and what can be put in it - read the answers to these questions in the article.

Unloading belt for builders - freedom of hands

The most common manufacturers of such accessories both in the world and in our country are such giants in the manufacture of construction tools and equipment as Makita, Intertool, Yato and Stanley. The main purpose for which workers use the unloading belt is to free their hands and haveeverything you need for work.

Compact and convenient, these accessories allow you not to look all the time for the necessary little things and consumables like screws, nails or cue ball, but to put them in small pockets that are located on top of clothes, and therefore are in quick access. To some models of tool belts, you can also attach quite large things: wrenches or adjustable wrenches, a hammer, a drill, a screwdriver or a spare battery for it. At the same time, the unloading design allows the master to practically not feel the additional weight that he wears on himself. The belt is securely fixed on the hips, does not slip during operation, and also supports the lumbar spine in the correct position.

Types of belts

The load belt is a heavy-duty belt made of leather or polyester that can be attached to a variety of optional accessories. It comes in several forms:

• A wide belt that fits into the belt loops of your pants.
• A belt that comes with a system for attaching equipment, tailored to human physiology. It has a wide “back” with a notch in the spine area, narrowed sides and a front part equipped with a convenient fastex fastener. Due to its spaciousness and mobility, this model is the most convenient and practical to use - you can remove the unloading with one hand, and there is no need to remove the belt from the trousers. Such a tool belt is equipped with many pockets, clips and loops, if desired, it can becomplete with necessary compartments. The market for accessories for mounting systems is very wide and is aimed at masters of different directions, so everyone can choose a model to suit their needs.
• A waist bag is also a kind of unloading belt, but it is more overall and rarely sold with a belt.

Manufacturers create bags and unloadings based on the needs of their customers. There are models for roofers, locksmiths, electricians, as well as universal relief belts that can be used by general builders.

Pockets for unloading construction belts

Standard product consists of a belt and a handbag divided into compartments. Their number can be different - from two to twenty. Almost all pockets are patch pockets, they are usually located on the outside of the bag and are closed with flaps on the buttons, some with a zipper. In construction, the unloading belt must be equipped not only with compartments of various sizes, but also with fasteners for tools. Many models have a holster for a cordless drill and interchangeable bits. Separately, bags for a tape measure, a mobile phone, a hammer or a thermos are bought to the belt.

In addition to pockets, the undressing belt is sometimes equipped with straps resembling suspenders. They are thrown over the shoulders and attached to the belt itself. This additional element allows you to fix the bag and prevent it from moving during work.

Fishing belt-unloading

Similarin terms of functionality and appearance, accessories are used not only as working equipment for builders, but also as organizers for small items needed for hunting or fishing. True, according to professionals, you should choose different products for work and leisure.

The unloading belt for fishing should consist of a basic base, which is equipped with removable compartments and special mounts for reel and spinning. Experienced fishermen find this accessory quite justified, especially when it comes to fishing on the water, moreover, it can even replace a traditional vest.