Roller Conveyor

Applications & Use Cases

• Moving items between workstations or processing stages within a production line.
• Transporting goods for packaging or dispatch in warehousing and logistics operations.
• Handling materials in assembly lines for products ranging from automotive parts to consumer goods.
• Facilitating the movement of raw materials or finished products in food processing plants, often requiring specific material grades.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Typically designed to handle loads ranging from a few kilograms up to several hundred kilograms per metre, depending on roller strength and frame construction.

Power supply

Unpowered (gravity) roller conveyors require no external power. Powered versions commonly operate on 400V 3-phase electricity, though 230V single-phase options exist for lighter duties.

Roller material

Commonly steel, galvanised steel, or stainless steel for durability. PVC or other plastics are used for lighter loads or specific material handling requirements.

Frame material

Typically constructed from mild steel, often painted or powder-coated. Stainless steel frames are common for hygiene-critical environments.

Conveyor width

Available in various widths, typically from 300mm to 1200mm, to accommodate different product sizes and operational layouts.

Maintenance requirements

Generally low for unpowered units, requiring periodic cleaning and inspection of rollers. Powered units require routine checks of motors, belts, and bearings.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

  Gravity roller conveyors rely on the incline and the weight of the item to move it, requiring no motor. Powered roller conveyors use a motor to drive the rollers, providing controlled and consistent movement, often horizontally or uphill.

• Can this type of conveyor handle items of varying sizes?

• What considerations are there for integrating a used roller conveyor into an existing line?

• Are roller conveyors suitable for food processing environments?