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Conveyor systems (production and general purpose)
News Release from: Excel Automation | Subject: Zero-line pressure roller conveyor
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 21 August 2007
Miniature drives make conveyor more
compact
By using miniature 24V DC drives a conveyor manufacturer has produced a more compact, low-power accumulation conveyor for conveying unit loads such as cartons and totes.
Excel Automation is using a miniature 24V DC drive and gearbox within one conveyor roller on a latest zero-line pressure roller conveyor to produce a compact, low-power accumulation conveyor The conveyor can be used for conveying unit loads such as cartons and totes for many industry sectors
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 3 Oct 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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The self-contained, modular accumulation conveyor system will use up to nine driven slave rollers to create a single zone through a simple loop configuration that is capable of operating at speeds up to 90m/min.
For variations in use, Excel adapts each zone size by adding or reducing the number of rollers to suit tote bin/carton length, as well as adjusting speed.
The latter adjustment can be made easily on site, however.
* Zero-line pressure - zero-line pressure allows the accumulation of cartons and tote bins in each zone without collision and rubbing, thus preventing damage to the outer wrapping in the case of a carton or parcel.
Control is achieved by a single photoelectric sensor strategically positioned between rollers at the start and end of each zone.
It detects the leading edge of a carton, halting progress until the zone immediately in front is totally clear of its load.
This latest development affords the user many benefits including the following.
* Quieter operation than conventional line shaft conveyors.
* Lower power consumption.
* Extended longevity since the motorized rollers only run when required.
* The build is very much in the 'vogue' of Excel's established Excelvayor range of conveyors.
The new accumulation section embodies all the proven maintenance features such as clear side guards for visual inspection of drive cards and a simple roller removal system comprising spring loaded rollers.
Therefore in the unlikely event that a roller needs changing, even if it's the drive roller, this can be achieved without major disruption to the workflow.
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