Flatbed Conveyor

Applications & Use Cases

• Transporting packaged goods within a food processing facility.
• Moving raw ingredients or semi-finished products between processing stages.
• Used for inspection lines where products need to be presented flat.
• Accumulating products before packaging or further processing.

Typical Specifications

Typical belt width

Commonly ranges from 300mm to 1200mm for this class of equipment.

Typical length

Varies significantly, but often between 1m and 10m for general purpose units.

Power supply

Typically 230V single-phase or 400V three-phase, 50Hz, for motor operation.

Belt material

Often food-grade PVC, PU, or modular plastic for hygiene and durability.

Frame material

Typically stainless steel for food processing environments, or painted mild steel for less demanding applications.

Speed control

Many units feature variable speed control via an inverter for operational flexibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What kind of products can a flatbed conveyor handle?

  Flatbed conveyors are suitable for a wide range of products, including packaged goods, boxes, trays, and bulk items that can be conveyed without rolling or falling through gaps.

• Is this conveyor suitable for washdown environments?

• Can the conveyor direction be reversed?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used flatbed conveyor?

• What is the typical lifespan of a conveyor belt?