Roller Conveyor

Applications & Use Cases

• Moving packaged food items between processing stages.
• Transporting raw ingredients such as sacks of flour or sugar within a facility.
• Accumulating products for packing or further processing.
• Facilitating inspection and sorting lines for various food products.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Varies significantly based on roller type and motorisation; typically handles items weighing from a few kilograms up to several hundred kilograms per metre.

Power supply

Motorised units commonly require a 3-phase industrial power supply, typically 400V, 50Hz, though smaller units may be single-phase.

Conveyor width

Commonly ranges from 300mm to 1200mm, depending on the intended product size and throughput.

Construction materials

Often constructed from stainless steel for food contact areas and hygiene, with mild steel frames also common for non-contact parts.

Roller type

Can feature gravity rollers, driven rollers (chain or belt driven), or accumulation rollers, each suited to different handling requirements.

Throughput

Dependent on conveyor speed and product size; typically designed for continuous flow or batch transfer operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

  Roller conveyors are ideal for items with a flat, rigid base, such as boxes, crates, trays, and some packaged goods. They are less suitable for irregularly shaped or very small items.

• How do I determine if a used roller conveyor is suitable for my needs?

• What maintenance is typically required for a roller conveyor?

• Can a roller conveyor be integrated with other processing equipment?

• Are there different types of roller conveyors?