L.A Conveyor Systems - Roller Conveyor

Applications & Use Cases

• Transporting packaged food items between processing stages.
• Moving crates or trays of ingredients within a food production facility.
• Facilitating product flow in automated packaging lines.
• Buffering products before palletisation or dispatch.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Varies significantly; typically designed for specific weight classes, ranging from light cartons to heavier bulk containers.

Power supply

Unpowered (gravity) or powered (motorised). Powered units commonly use 3-phase industrial power, typically 400V.

Construction material

Rollers are typically stainless steel or food-grade plastic for food processing applications. Frames are commonly stainless steel or painted mild steel.

Roller type

Commonly gravity rollers, driven rollers (chain or belt driven), or accumulation rollers.

Footprint

Highly variable depending on length and width; customisable to facility layout.

Maintenance requirements

Generally low for gravity conveyors, requiring periodic cleaning and inspection. Powered units require motor and bearing checks, and chain/belt tensioning.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the difference between a gravity roller conveyor and a powered roller conveyor?

  Gravity roller conveyors rely on the slope of the conveyor or manual pushing to move items. Powered roller conveyors use a motor to drive the rollers, providing controlled and continuous movement.

• Is this conveyor suitable for washdown environments?

• Can this conveyor handle different product sizes?

• What safety features should I look for on a used roller conveyor?

• How do I determine the correct length and width for my application?