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Belt-driven roller conveyors use rubber or synthetic belts to drive the rollers, providing smoother and quieter operation. This method is very versatile, easily handling a wide range of product sizes and types.
Belt-driven roller conveyor features
Belt-driven roller conveyors are suitable for lighter loads than chain-driven systems. This makes them ideal for handling packages, small items, and irregularly shaped products.
- These conveyors also offer variable speeds, with a common range of 1m/s. The speed flexibility supports a variety of applications, from slow assembly lines to faster packaging operations.
- Belt-driven rollers typically range from 4.8 to 6cm in diameter, and are designed to accommodate smaller, more delicate items.
- Belts can be made from a variety of materials, including rubber, PVC, or fabric, and are selected based on the application’s specific needs for friction, product type, and environmental conditions.
- Conveyors use a tension belt to drive rollers. Depending on the length and design of the conveyor, the belt can be driven by an end-drive or a hub drive mechanism.
Advantages of using Belt Driven Roller Conveyors
- Belt drive roller conveyors can be more energy efficient for operations involving lighter loads, as they require less power to move the product. This can contribute to energy savings and reduced emissions in facilities that focus on handling lighter items.
- These conveyors operate more quietly than many other types of conveyors, contributing to a better working environment and less noise pollution. This aspect, although indirectly related to environmental impact, highlights the importance of sustainable operations that consider all environmental health factors.
- Belt conveyors can be made from a variety of materials, including some that are more environmentally friendly or sustainable. Options such as recycled materials or biodegradable composites can further reduce environmental impact.
Belt Drive Roller Conveyor applications
Belt drive roller conveyors use a friction drive system for smoother operation, and are capable of accommodating a wide range of product shapes and sizes, providing significant flexibility in a wide range of applications.
Belt drive roller conveyors are popular for transporting fragile items or products of varying sizes and shapes, making them ideal for the food, beverage, pharmaceutical and packaging industries to maintain product integrity.
