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the self-setting rivet technology that Flexco developed for the underground mining market. The patented rivets work between the carcass fi bers, without severing them, leaving the entire belt carcass intact. The fasteners and rivets of this system are constructed from durable, abrasion- resistant stainless steel for long life. How Alligator® The Alligator® Rivet Fastener system uses Rivet Fasteners Work Because the rivets are self-setting, fasteners are installed quickly from the top side of the belt. Rivets are driven through the fastener plates and the belt, passing between the carcass fi bers. The specially- shaped head of each pilot nail works in conjunction with the application tool's anvil plate to set the rivets. Applications Hay Baling Installation Method Fasteners are installed in one simple procedure with self-setting rivets, using a portable fi xture and hammer. What You Need for Installation • Fasteners • Rivets • Hinge Pin • Installation Tool • 1 lb. Hammer How to Specify the Correct Alligator® Rivet Fastener Fits most round hay balers. Contact Customer Service for more information. Fastener Metal Selection Stainless Steel. Type 300 Series Stainless Steel. Hinge Pin Selection Steel Corrugated - the standard metal pin. Corrugations retain pin within the splice. Stainless Steel Spring Wire - resists wear and corrosion. Alligator® Operating Tension Range P.I.W. 300 kN/m 52 Rivet Fastener Selection Chart Belt Thickness Range in. mm 13/64-15/64 5.1-6.0 Pulley Diameter in. 3-1/2 Approx. Hinge Pin Diameter mm in. mm 88 .140 3.6 www.fl exco.com • phone: 1-630-971-0150 PRODUCT HANDBOOK 35 ALLIGATOR® Rivet Fastening System