Rijkaart Flighted elevator conveyor

• Transporting bulk food items upwards between processing stages, such as from a mixer to a depositor.
• Feeding packaging machinery with products like snacks, frozen vegetables, or confectionery.
• Moving ingredients or finished products over obstacles or to different floor levels within a food production facility.
• Loading hoppers or storage bins with free-flowing or semi-free-flowing food products.
• Integrating into automated production lines requiring elevation changes for product flow.

Typical capacity

Throughput for this class of equipment typically ranges from several hundred kilograms to several tonnes per hour, depending on product density and flight design.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly operate on a 3-phase industrial power supply, typically 400V, 50Hz in the UK.

Construction material

Food-grade stainless steel is standard for contact parts and framework to meet hygiene regulations and ensure durability.

Belt width

Common belt widths for flighted elevators typically range from 300mm to 600mm, influencing throughput and product size.

Elevation range

For this class of mobile equipment, elevation ranges commonly allow for lifts from approximately 500mm up to 2500mm, suitable for various line integrations.

Mobility

Many units are designed with castors for mobility, allowing flexible placement and easy relocation within a facility.

Maintenance requirements

Routine maintenance typically involves belt inspection and tensioning, motor checks, and general cleaning to maintain hygiene standards.

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

  Flighted elevator conveyors are best suited for bulk, loose, or individually quick-frozen (IQF) food products such as vegetables, fruits, confectionery, snacks, and small baked goods. They are less suitable for sticky or very fragile items without specific belt modifications.

• How do I determine the correct belt type and flight configuration for my product?

• Are these conveyors easy to clean and sanitise?

• What safety features should I look for?

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

Buyers typically value conveyor systems for their reliability and longevity when well-maintained. Key considerations when purchasing used units include belt condition, motor functionality, frame integrity, and available spare parts. Industry sentiment emphasises the importance of verifying operational history and cleanliness standards, particularly for food handling applications. Common strengths include robust construction, relatively straightforward maintenance requirements, and cost savings versus new equipment. Reputable manufacturers' models tend to hold their value well and integrate readily into existing production lines.

General overview for this equipment type