Accumulation Conveyor

Applications & Use Cases

• Buffering products between processing stages to maintain continuous flow.
• Collecting and holding products before packaging or palletising.
• Managing surges in production to prevent line stoppages.
• Allowing for inspection or manual intervention without halting upstream processes.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Varies significantly based on belt width, length, and product size; typically designed to hold several minutes of production.

Power supply

Commonly 400V, 3-phase, 50Hz, with smaller units potentially using 230V, 1-phase.

Belt material

Plastic modular slat belting is common for food applications due to hygiene and durability.

Footprint

Can range from compact units of 2m x 1m to larger systems exceeding 5m x 2m, depending on accumulation requirements.

Construction material

Typically stainless steel for frames and supports in food processing environments.

Throughput

Designed to match or exceed the upstream and downstream line speed, allowing for temporary storage.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the primary benefit of an accumulation conveyor?

  The primary benefit is to decouple different stages of a production line, preventing bottlenecks and ensuring continuous operation even if one stage temporarily slows or stops.

• Is this type of conveyor suitable for all food products?

• How is the accumulation controlled?

• What maintenance is typically required for an accumulation conveyor?

• Can this unit be integrated into an existing line?