Product Focus

Here are some conveyor products that have recently crossed our editors' desks.

By -- Modern Materials Handling, 8/1/2000

Conveyor-belt fasteners

The Alligator-Ready-Set Staple conveyor-belt fastener eliminates the time-consuming step of either loading a staple dispenser or manually inserting loose staples into installation tools. Installation time is cut by more than 20% compared to conventional staple-attached, hinged-plate splicing in light/medium-duty material-handling applications. These one-piece fastener strips, which come with staples pre-inserted in each fastener's top plate, also ease maintenance and help minimize installation errors.
Flexco
630-971-0150

Handling light loads

A line of wheel conveyors can be used to move light loads in a variety of situations. They can be used on loading docks or in rail cars and trucks on a temporary basis. In addition, the wheel conveyors are effective on a permanent basis in live storage, order picking and packing. Available in a full range of standard sections and accessory units, these pre-engineered conveyors are highly flexible and cost-effective.
Buschman, an FKI Logistex Co.
513-874-0788  

Moving heavy units

The model RB is designed to move heavy unit loads. Roller bed design reduces belt friction and provides greater capacity. Applications include assembly, inspection and packaging operations. The bed is 6 1/2 in. deep with a 12 gauge formed steel frame. Belt widths range from 10 in. to 48 in. The maximum load per linear foot of the conveyer is 225 lbs. Both 2 HP and 1/2 HP standard motors are available.
Hytrol
870-935-3700

Precision handling

Designed for manufacturing and distribution applications that demand precise product handling and system flexibility, a conveyor system provides accumulation zones for accurate placement of conveyed product, one unit per zone. Accuzone's drive rollers utilize precision 24-volt direct current (DC) brushless motors.

Offering easy installation and reduced noise levels, the system consists of easily connected, stand-alone modules with pre-set zone controls.
Alvey
314-290-2047

Conveyor components

Guide rail brackets, leveling mounts, and idler wheels are some of the products included in the new line of System Plast machinery and conveyor components. These high quality components are ISO 9001 certified and available in a variety of types in both inch and metric sizes for all applications.
J.W. Winco, Inc.
800-877-8351

Accumulation conveyor

A live roller accumulation conveyor uses electronic photo-eye sensors and solenoid valves to control product accumulation. The conveyor can accumulate lightweight product as well as items with inconsistent bottom profiles.

Featuring an adjustable time delay built into each zone, it releases in standard singulation mode, but also has a slug mode. In addition, a photo-eye can be used to extract and send line condition information to the programmable controller for use in system control. The conveyors are equipped with a separate 24 v DC line to power the photo-eyes and solenoid valves.
Automotion
708-229-8280

Ready for hazardous duty

Called Tuff-Link, this new conveyor is made with a hardened plastic belting material that withstands harsh manufacturing applications, including metal stamping, packaging, and bottle handling. A modular construction enables the conveyor to be installed almost anywhere on the production line.
Conveyors Direct
800-423-7423

Move small itemsat high speeds

Offering quiet operation at high speeds, the lineshaft conveyor model 1254 is ideal for conveying small and hard to handle items. This product features 1.4 in. galvanized rollers for straight beds and plastic tapered rollers for curves. Available in three conveyor widths, 12, 18, and 24 in., model 1254 is easily adaptable to existing systems. Components available include: curves, crossovers, stops, brakes, gates, junctions, merges and electronic accumulation with variable zone length.
Rapistan Systems
616-451-6200

Move large, heavy parts

A line of modular slat conveyors is designed to feed parts to an operation or for parts accumulation. Each slat handles up to 150 lbs. and links together with other slats to support long and/or large products, enabling body shops to transport and accumulate large sub-assemblies or parts kits between welding stations. Slats are 7.5 in. long and up to 90 in. wide. The conveyors run at speeds up to 40 ft./min.
Bleichert, Inc.
810-726-8717

Overhead & inverted power-and-free conveyors

The accumulation capability and load accessibility of overhead and inverted power-and-free conveyor systems make them suited to production, assembly and finishing operations where workstations must be supplied on a continuous basis. Dog Magic overhead and inverted power-and-free conveyors feature variable chain speeds, recirculation, indexing and sortation of products, balancing of operations and surge and stripping capabilities for maximum material flow and cost effectiveness. The conveyors are available in variable lengths and can reach load capacities of up to 8,000 lbs.
Jervis B. Webb Co.
248-553-1220

Slider belt conveyor

A cleated medium-duty slider belt conveyor is suited to moving product up inclines. It reaches a maximum angle of 45 degrees. The belt is black PVC and has 11/2 in. high cleats. Lengths range from 5 ft. to 20 ft. and widths are 6, 12, 18, 24, and 30 in.
Lewco, Inc.
419-625-4014

Conveyor saves power, cuts costs

Suited to applications with run-on demand requirements, PoweROL conveyors save power and money while reducing noise levels and minimizing wear and extending motor life.

A low-profile, modular construction enables the conveyor to fit in tight spaces. Motorized rollers are entirely self-contained with the motor and gear box within the roller tube. A simple mechanical design and plug-in electrical components allow for quick and economical installation.
Ermanco
616-798-4547

Live roller conveyors

The new PosiGrip live roller conveyor features a highly compact design and a low profile. There are no oily, messy components and less maintenance is required because there is less wear. Features include smooth, quiet synchronous belting, rugged heavy-duty design, fully sealed ball bearings, and positive non-slip drive.
TKF Inc.
513-241-5910

Absorb that shock

A tow bar shock absorber for power-and-free conveyors is completely mechanical and fully adjustable. It contains no seals, compressed air, or oil. Special plating reduces rust and corrosion caused by water and phosphate chemicals. The unit is especially durable.
Conveyor Tech
913-321-1100

Flexible assembly system

Capable of handling payloads up to 550 lbs., the TS4plus conveyor system includes lift and transfer units, conveyor drives, and cushioned stop gates for gentle product transfer. Standardized modules make it easy to build a system for any facility or application, and to reconfigure or integrate into existing systems. Adaptable to changing production needs, this system keeps operating efficiency high and manufacturing costs low.
Bosch Automation Products
800-32-BOSCH 

Towline conveyors

Towline conveyor uses a low profile track recessed into the floor with a powered chain to move products in the plant or warehouse. Carts are pulled by the chain from pick-up points to their assigned destinations. Benefits of Lo-Tow conveyors include reliability and efficiency, heavy load capability, low initial investment cost, minimal maintenance, and outstanding system longevity.
SI Handling Systems, Inc.
610-252-7321

Merge or diverge

Angle-flo conveyors facilitate the merging or diverging of two conveyor lines in a smooth and efficient manner. The equipment operates at high speeds quietly. It allows for smooth positive angular transfer of products.
Portec
719-275-7471

Overhead transportation

Offering increased production and overall efficiency, the Bridgeveyor overhead conveyor system handles loads from 55 lbs. to 220 lbs. Features include electronic variable speed control, reversible option, easy installation, low power consumption, quiet running, and low maintenance.
Pacline Corp.
905-858-2330

Conveyors for heavy-duty applications

This family of conveyors is for heavy-duty applications that require 90, 45, and 30 degree straight roll-to-roll curves and roll-to-roll heavy-duty chain driven curves. This rugged equipment moves pallets through any type of system or facility.
UNIFLO
800-688-0400

Cost saving conveyor

The Zone Belt accumulation conveyor consists of individual zone belts between 15 ft. to 39 ft. wide, and 24 ft. to 36 ft. long. It allows for a one-product to one-zone ratio, which minimizes impact and reduces breakage. Because it is driven by one primary belt, costs are reduced. The conveyor uses photo-eye non-contact sensors to reduced noise levels by eliminating contact with mechanical sensors. It also offers zero-line pressure and minimal impact and comes with two logic modes: sequential accumulation and train release.
Mathews Conveyor, an FKI Logistex Co.
800-628-4397