ELEVATED CONVEYOR

• Transporting bulk ingredients or finished products between different processing stages.
• Loading hoppers, depositors, or packaging machinery from floor level.
• Creating elevation changes within a production line to accommodate gravity-fed processes.
• Moving products over obstacles or across aisles in a factory layout.

Typical belt width

For this class of equipment, belt widths commonly range from 300mm to 600mm, with 420mm being a common size.

Typical infeed height

Infeed heights for elevated conveyors typically range from 500mm to 1000mm, designed for ergonomic loading or integration with other floor-level equipment.

Typical outfeed height

Outfeed heights commonly vary significantly, often between 1500mm and 3000mm, depending on the destination equipment's requirements.

Overall length

The overall length for units of this type can range from 2 metres to over 5 metres, dictated by the required elevation change and incline angle.

Power supply

Typically, these units operate on a standard industrial single-phase (230V) or three-phase (400V) electrical supply, often with a low power draw.

Construction material

Commonly, frames are constructed from stainless steel for hygiene in food processing, with belts made from food-grade PVC or PU.

Throughput

Throughput is highly variable, depending on belt speed, width, and product characteristics, but units of this type are suitable for continuous flow.

• What type of products can an elevated conveyor handle?

  Elevated conveyors are versatile and can handle a wide range of products, including powders, granules, small components, packaged goods, and some bulk food items, provided the belt material is suitable.

• Is this unit suitable for washdown environments?

• What maintenance is typically required for an elevated conveyor?

• Can the belt speed be adjusted?

• What safety features should I look for?

Buyers typically value conveyor systems for their reliability and longevity when well-maintained. Key considerations when purchasing used units include belt condition, motor functionality, frame integrity, and available spare parts. Industry sentiment emphasises the importance of verifying operational history and cleanliness standards, particularly for food handling applications. Common strengths include robust construction, relatively straightforward maintenance requirements, and cost savings versus new equipment. Reputable manufacturers' models tend to hold their value well and integrate readily into existing production lines.

General overview for this equipment type