Incline Conveyor

Applications & Use Cases

• Moving bulk food ingredients from floor level to processing machinery.
• Elevating packaged food products for further processing or packaging lines.
• Transferring waste products from processing areas to collection points.
• Feeding multi-head weighers or other dosing equipment.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Typically, incline conveyors for food processing can handle throughputs ranging from 500 kg/hr to several tonnes/hr, depending on belt width and incline angle.

Power supply

Commonly, units of this type operate on a 3-phase industrial power supply, typically 400V, 50Hz, with motor power varying based on length and load.

Belt material

Belts are typically food-grade PVC, PU, or modular plastic, selected for hygiene and resistance to specific food products.

Frame material

For food processing, frames are commonly constructed from stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316 grade) to meet hygiene standards and resist corrosion.

Incline angle

The incline angle typically ranges from 15 to 45 degrees, often featuring cleats or flights on the belt to prevent product rollback.

Footprint

The footprint will vary significantly with the length and height required, but buyers should consider the overall length along the floor and the maximum discharge height.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of products are suitable for an incline conveyor?

  Incline conveyors are suitable for a wide range of bulk or packaged food products, including granules, powders, small solid items, and bagged goods. The specific belt type and cleat configuration will determine suitability for very fine or sticky products.

• What maintenance is typically required for an incline conveyor?

• Can the speed of the conveyor be adjusted?

• What safety features should I look for?

• Is this conveyor suitable for washdown environments?