Gravity Conveyor (Floor-Mounted) | Warehouses, assembly lines with slopes | Self-propelled via gravity (no motor), Steel construction (ASTM A36) | Low energy cost, simple maintenance, quiet operation | Can’t move uphill, limited to sloped layouts, requires manual intervention for direction changes |
Overhead Gravity Conveyor | Manufacturing plants needing overhead transport | Steel/Carbon Steel (ASTM A36/A365 ▲), 220V (IEC 60947 compliant controls) | Space-saving design, integrates with overhead systems, energy-efficient | Requires installation height, limited to gravity-fed paths, Base version has lower load capacity (1,000kg vs Advanced ▲ 1,500kg) |
Powered Roller Conveyor | Factories needing uphill/flat transport | Motorized rollers (IEC 60204), 220V, Load capacity 1,500kg (ISO 5298) | Versatile for uphill/downhill, adjustable speed, automated sorting | Higher energy cost, complex maintenance, noise from motors (43 dBA ▲▲ compared to gravity conveyors) |
Chain-Driven Overhead Conveyor | Heavy-duty manufacturing (e.g., automotive) | Carbon Steel chain (ASTM A365), 380V (IEC 60947), Load capacity 2,000kg | High load capacity, durable for heavy materials, precise positioning | Requires more installation space, higher noise (72 dBA), maintenance-intensive chain lubrication |
Belt Conveyor | Bulk material transport (e.g., warehouses) | Rubber belt (ASTM D412), 3-phase 380V, 5m/s speed (ISO 5080) | Smooth continuous transport, handles large volumes, minimal product damage | Belt wear (replaced every 6–12 months), limited to flat surfaces, requires frequent alignment checks |
Pneumatic Conveying System | Powder/granular material (e.g., chemical plants) | Air pressure (ISO 6358), 400m/h capacity, 380V | Clean, no physical contact with materials, reduces contamination risk | High energy consumption, limited to dry materials, complex troubleshooting for blockages |