Industrial conveyors are horizontal, inclined, declined or vertical machinery that are widely used in food processing, packaging, assembly operations and other applications. It helps to transport goods at a controlled rate, creates efficiency and optimizes operations in the distribution centre and warehouse.
There are many types of conveyors available in the market with varying applications and designs to cater for specific operations. Depending on the materials or goods to be transported, the conveyors can be customized for different material handling needs. It can carry unit or bulk loads, and located overhead or on the floor. The items can be transported on belt, rollers or wheels. Examples of some basic types of conveyors are mentioned below:
· Non-powered conveyor
- Skate wheel conveyor
- Roller conveyor
· Powered Package Handling Conveyor
- Belt conveyor
- Roller conveyor (line-shaft, chain-driven, belt-driven, motorized)
· Powered Pallet Handling Conveyor
· Sorting Conveyor
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