Types of Roller Conveyors
19th July 2019
Conveyor rollers are used in unpowered (gravity-flow) roller conveyors, powered roller conveyors, roller-bed belt conveyors, and material transport stands to support and move bulky items such as boxes and totes. These replacement rollers can be used to replace or upgrade the existing rollers on compatible conveyors or stands. Each roller has a spring-retained axle that can be pushed in to install or remove the roller from the conveyor frame or stand. The rollers let loads roll from one place to another, reducing the effort it takes to move the loads in warehousing, package handling, manufacturing, and distribution tasks. Loads roll forward and back on the rollers, and they can be pushed from side to side along the width of the conveyor.
Lightweight Conveyor Rollers
Lightweight aluminum conveyor rollers weigh less than steel rollers and are commonly used in unpowered (gravity-flow) conveying applications where the conveyor will be disassembled, moved, or reconfigured frequently. The rollers have standard ball bearings that roll smoothly at slow speeds and start rolling more easily than precision bearings. Conveyor rollers are used in roller conveyors and material transport stands to support and move bulky items. The rollers let loads roll from one place to another, reducing the effort it takes to move the loads. These rollers can be used to replace or upgrade the existing rollers on compatible conveyors or stands.
High-Performance Conveyor Rollers
High-performance steel conveyor rollers can be used for high-speed conveying tasks and are commonly replace or upgrade the existing rollers on powered conveyor systems in warehousing, transportation, and sorting operations. They have sealed precision ABEC1 bearings that provide tighter tolerances, more weight capacity, and quieter operation than standard bearings. Conveyor rollers are used in roller conveyors to support and move items on the conveyor. The rollers let loads roll from one place to another, reducing the effort it takes to move the loads.
General Purpose Conveyor Rollers
General purpose steel conveyor rollers are suitable for light-duty and medium-duty unpowered (gravity-flow) conveying tasks in warehousing, package handling, manufacturing, and distribution applications. They are typically an economical alternative to rollers made from other materials. The rollers have standard ball bearings that roll smoothly at slow speeds and start rolling more easily than precision bearings. Conveyor rollers are used in roller conveyors and material transport stands to support and move bulky items such as boxes and totes. The rollers let loads roll from one place to another, reducing the effort it takes to move the loads. These rollers can be used to replace or upgrade the existing rollers on compatible conveyors or stands.
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