S&B - Flighted Conveyor Belt

Applications & Use Cases

• Transporting bulk food products between processing stages, such as from a mixer to a packaging machine.
• Elevating products to different heights within a production line, often for gravity-fed operations.
• Moving delicate or irregularly shaped food items without damage, due to the gentle nature of flighted belts.
• Handling sticky or wet food products that might adhere to flat belts, as flights aid in product release.
• Integrating into automated food processing lines for continuous, controlled product flow.

Typical Specifications

Typical Belt Width

For this class of equipment, belt widths commonly range from 300mm to 800mm, influencing throughput.

Typical Flight Height

Flights are typically between 25mm and 100mm high, designed to prevent product rollback on inclines.

Typical Conveyor Length

Lengths vary significantly, but units of this type commonly range from 2 metres to 10 metres, depending on application.

Power Supply

Units typically operate on 3-phase industrial power, commonly 400V, 50Hz in the UK.

Construction Material

Frames are typically stainless steel for hygiene in food processing; belts are commonly food-grade PVC or polyurethane.

Typical Throughput

Throughput capacity is highly variable, depending on product density, belt speed, and flight configuration, but can range from hundreds of kilograms to several tonnes per hour.

Incline Angle

Flighted conveyors are designed for inclined transport, typically handling angles up to 45 degrees, though specific limits depend on flight design and product.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of food products are suitable for a flighted conveyor belt?

  Flighted conveyors are well-suited for a wide range of bulk food products, including grains, snacks, frozen vegetables, confectionery, and various prepared foods, especially those requiring elevation or gentle handling.

• How do I determine the correct belt width and flight height for my application?

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

• Can this conveyor be integrated into an existing production line?

• What are the typical hygiene considerations for food-grade conveyors?