Wire Mesh Conveyor

Applications & Use Cases

• Drying and cooling of baked goods, snacks, and confectionery.
• Washing and dewatering of fruits, vegetables, and seafood.
• Heat treatment processes such as blanching, pasteurisation, and sterilisation.
• Transporting products through ovens, freezers, and chillers.
• Handling sticky, hot, or delicate food items where minimal product contact is desired.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

Variable, depending on product type and belt speed, commonly ranging from 100 kg/hr to over 1000 kg/hr for this class of equipment.

Power supply

Typically 400V, 3-phase, 50Hz, with smaller units potentially operating on 230V, 1-phase.

Belt material

Commonly stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316 grade) for hygiene and corrosion resistance in food processing environments.

Operating temperature range

Wire mesh conveyors are suitable for a wide range, typically from -40°C in freezing applications to over 250°C in ovens.

Typical footprint

For a unit of this stated length and width, the operational footprint will be approximately 1.6m long by 0.6m wide, plus motor and control panel space.

Maintenance requirements

Regular cleaning, belt tension checks, and lubrication of bearings are typically required to ensure optimal performance and hygiene.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the benefit of a wire mesh conveyor over a solid belt conveyor?

  Wire mesh allows for drainage, airflow, and heat transfer, making it ideal for washing, drying, cooling, and cooking applications where product exposure is critical.

• Can this conveyor handle small or delicate products?

• Is this unit suitable for washdown environments?

• What kind of variable speed control is typically used?

• What should I consider regarding installation?