Stainless Steel Wire Conveyor

Applications & Use Cases

• Transporting delicate or small food items through processing stages.
• Allowing for drainage, washing, or cooling of products during conveyance.
• Integrating into baking, frying, or freezing lines for continuous product flow.
• Moving products through ovens or chillers where air circulation is critical.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Throughput for this class of equipment typically ranges from 50 kg/hr to several tonnes/hr, depending on belt width and speed.

Power supply

Commonly found on units of this type are 400V, 3-phase electrical supplies, often with variable speed drive control.

Belt material

The wire belt is typically constructed from food-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316), suitable for hygiene-critical environments.

Frame material

The conveyor frame is generally made from stainless steel, ensuring durability and ease of cleaning in food processing settings.

Operating temperature range

Wire conveyors are often suitable for a wide range of temperatures, from freezing applications down to -40°C up to baking processes exceeding 200°C.

Typical footprint

Dimensions vary significantly, but units can range from 1 metre to over 10 metres in length, with belt widths typically between 300mm and 1200mm.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the primary benefits of a wire conveyor over a solid belt conveyor for food applications?

  Wire conveyors offer excellent drainage, air circulation, and heat transfer capabilities, making them ideal for washing, cooling, drying, baking, or freezing food products. They also reduce product contact points.

• Is this type of conveyor suitable for all food products?

• How easy is a stainless steel wire conveyor to clean and maintain?

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

• Can the speed of the conveyor be adjusted?