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Types of Conveyor Systems
In the bustling world of material handling and logistics, conveyors play a pivotal role in streamlining processes, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring the seamless movement of goods. Totes and pallets are fundamental components in the supply chain, and choosing the right type of conveyor for their movement is crucial.
Let’s look at Addverb’s varied types of conveyor systems for totes and pallet loads, each one with its unique USP.
Tote Conveyors: Smooth Totes Movement
Spur Roller Conveyor
Designed for simplicity and efficiency, Spur Roller Conveyors use a series of rollers to move totes along a fixed path. These conveyors are ideal for straight-line tote movement and are often used in assembly lines where a continuous flow is required. Spur roller conveyors are known for their low maintenance and high durability.
PVC Belt Conveyor
PVC Belt Conveyors are a popular choice for transporting totes with precision and reliability. The conveyor belt, made of durable PVC material, provides a smooth and consistent surface for tote movement. Such types of conveyors are versatile and can be customised to fit various industries, making them a staple in warehouses and distribution centres.
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Accumulation Roller Conveyor
Accumulation Roller Conveyors are engineered to control the flow of totes, allowing for accumulation without causing congestion or damage. This type of conveyor is essential in situations where there is a temporary pause in the production or packing process. By preventing totes from colliding, this type of conveyor system ensures a smooth and controlled workflow.
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Belt over Roller Conveyor
Combining the advantages of both belt and roller conveyors, Belt over Roller Conveyors feature a belt riding over a series of rollers. This design offers flexibility and efficiency, making it suitable for both heavy and light tote loads. It provides a reliable grip on the totes while allowing for easy accumulation and sorting.
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Curve Roller Conveyor
When navigating tight corners and confined spaces, Curve Roller Conveyors come to the rescue. These conveyors are designed with curved sections, allowing for smooth and controlled tote movement around bends. This type of conveyors is particularly useful in facilities where space optimisation is crucial.
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Gravity Roller Conveyor
Gravity Roller Conveyors utilise the force of gravity to move totes along the conveyor line. Simple yet effective, these conveyors are cost-efficient and require minimal power. They are often employed for manual or low-volume tote movement, making them a popular choice in smaller warehouses or production setups.
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PLM Belt Conveyor
PLM Belt Conveyors are characterised by a flat, plastic modular belt that provides a stable surface for tote transportation. This type of conveyor excels in applications where precise alignment and tracking are essential. PLM Belt Conveyors are widely used in industries requiring high accuracy and repeatability in tote movement.
Pallet Conveyors: Navigating Heavy Loads
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Turntable Conveyor
Turntable Conveyors are designed to rotate pallets smoothly, facilitating easy access and manoeuvrability in various sections of a production or distribution facility. This type of conveyor system is particularly useful when dealing with heavy loads or when directional changes are necessary.
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HOPT Infeed Conveyor
HOPT Infeed Conveyors are specifically engineered for the efficient handling of pallets. They provide a controlled and synchronised entry point for pallets into the conveyor system, ensuring a smooth transition and preventing jams or disruptions.
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HOPT Lifter
HOPT Lifters are integrated into types of conveyor systems to elevate pallets to different levels within a facility. This innovative solution enhances space utilisation and allows for multi-tier storage and transportation, making it an excellent choice for facilities with limited floor space.
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90 Degrees Pop-Up Conveyor
For seamless directional changes in tight spaces, 90 Degrees Pop-Up Conveyors rise to the occasion. These conveyors are equipped with a pop-up mechanism that lifts the pallet at a 90-degree angle, enabling smooth transfers between conveyor lines positioned at different orientations.
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Chain Conveyor
When dealing with heavy-duty applications, Chain Conveyors are the go-to solution. These types of conveyors use chains to move pallets efficiently, making them suitable for industries with high-load requirements such as manufacturing and automotive.
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Roller Conveyor
Simple and reliable, Roller Conveyors use a series of rollers to move pallets along a fixed path. They are cost-effective and low-maintenance, making them a popular choice for businesses looking for a straightforward solution to pallet movement.
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Roller Turntable
Roller Turntables offer a combination of rotation and roller conveyance, allowing for efficient pallet movement in different directions. This versatile conveyor type is commonly used in sorting and distribution centres, where pallets need to be redirected seamlessly.
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Pallet Stacker
Pallet Stackers are designed to organise and stack pallets in a vertical configuration, optimising storage space. These conveyors are crucial in high-density storage systems and automated warehouses, where efficient space utilisation is paramount.
Rolling back…
Conveyors are the unsung heroes of fixed automation for material handling, ensuring the smooth flow of goods in warehouses, distribution centres, and production facilities.
Choosing the right fit from different types of conveyors for tote and pallet movement is crucial for optimising efficiency, minimising disruptions, and ultimately enhancing the overall supply chain.
Whether it’s the precision of PVC Belt Conveyors, the versatility of Roller Conveyors, or innovative solutions like HOPT Lifters, the world of conveyors is vast and varied, Addverb is catering to the diverse needs of different industries. You can contact us to know more about the feasibility and fit for your Industry.
As technology continues to advance, we can expect even more sophisticated types of conveyor systems to further revolutionise the way we handle and move materials.
