Jim Wright - Conveyor

Applications & Use Cases

• Moving raw ingredients such as grains, powders, or bulk solids between processing stages.
• Transporting packaged food items from production lines to packing or palletising stations.
• Facilitating the transfer of waste products or by-products in food manufacturing environments.
• Integrating into automated systems for sorting, weighing, or inspection of food products.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, capacity can range from a few kilograms per hour for small units to several tonnes per hour for larger industrial conveyors, depending on belt width and speed.

Power supply

Conveyors commonly operate on standard industrial electrical supplies, typically 400V 3-phase, though smaller units may use 230V single-phase.

Belt material

Belts are typically made from food-grade materials such as PVC, PU, or modular plastic, selected for hygiene and resistance to specific food products.

Operating speed

Operating speeds are commonly variable, allowing for adjustment to suit different product types and throughput requirements.

Footprint

The footprint varies significantly based on length and width, with units commonly ranging from 1 to 10 metres or more in length.

Construction material

Frames are typically constructed from stainless steel for food contact areas and hygiene, or mild steel for non-food contact applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of products can this conveyor handle?

  This type of conveyor is generally suitable for handling a wide range of food products, including bulk solids, powders, granular materials, and packaged goods. Suitability depends on the specific belt type and design.

• Is this conveyor suitable for washdown environments?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used conveyor?

• Can the speed of the conveyor be adjusted?

• What are the common safety features on food processing conveyors?