Conveyor Lines - Incline Roller Conveyor

Applications & Use Cases

• Transporting packaged food items or raw ingredients between different processing levels.
• Moving products up to packing stations or storage areas within a food production facility.
• Integrating with other conveyor systems to create a continuous material flow.
• Handling items that require gentle movement to prevent damage, such as delicate produce or baked goods.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Throughput for this class of equipment typically ranges from hundreds to several thousand items per hour, depending on item size and conveyor speed.

Power supply

Commonly requires a 3-phase industrial power supply, typically 400V, 50Hz, with appropriate motor protection.

Incline angle

Units of this type commonly feature adjustable or fixed incline angles, typically between 15 and 30 degrees, suitable for elevation changes.

Roller material

Rollers are typically constructed from stainless steel or food-grade plastic for hygiene and durability in food environments.

Frame material

The frame is commonly made from stainless steel to meet food safety standards and resist corrosion.

Footprint

The footprint for incline roller conveyors varies significantly, typically requiring several metres in length and approximately 0.5 to 1.5 metres in width, plus height for the incline.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of products are best suited for an incline roller conveyor?

  Incline roller conveyors are best suited for items with a flat, firm base that can be supported by the rollers, such as boxes, crates, trays, or packaged goods. They are less suitable for loose, irregular, or very small items.

• How is the speed of the conveyor typically controlled?

• What maintenance is typically required for an incline roller conveyor?

• Can this type of conveyor be integrated into an existing line?

• What are the common safety features on these conveyors?