- The conveyor system is “a common piece of mechanical handling equipment that moves materials from one location to another”
- HA4.0 Manufacturing is one of the leading manufacturers of Conveyors and other Material Handling Systems in India
- The primary advantage of the Conveyor system is the reduction of manpower, increased safety, and error-free manufacturing process
Conveyor systems add great value to businesses and business operations. In most cases, conveyor automation systems are considered unnecessary owing to the huge capital investment it requires. Conveyors reduce labor costs and maximises productivity, like manner the benefits of conveyors outweigh its capital investment.
What is a Conveyor System?
The traditional definition of a conveyor system is “a common piece of mechanical handling equipment that moves materials from one location to another”. However, in the recent past, there have been a lot of advancements in conveyor systems with the use of sensors, programmable logic controls (PLCs) and internet of things (IoT).
Types of Conveyor Systems
There are different kinds of conveyor systems based on their application and expertise in the varying fields of usage. Listed below are a few types of conveyor systems.
- Flat Belt Conveyors
- Gravity Roller Conveyors
- Powered or Motorised Roller Conveyors
- Modular Belt Conveyors
- Spiral Conveyors
- Drag Chain Conveyors
- Screw Conveyors
- Overhead Conveyor System
How do Conveyor Systems Work?
Generally, conveyor systems have an electric motor (except in gravity roller conveyor) that runs the conveying media in the system enabling effortless movement of materials and components. The conveying media differs depending upon the type of conveyor system. For example, conveyor belt in “Belt Conveyors”, rollers in “Roller Conveyors”, screws in “Screw Conveyors”, chain in “Drag Chain Conveyors” and “Overhead Conveyors”.
The usage of conveyor systems is not limited to certain specific industries, based on the application almost all industries have the need for appropriate conveyor systems. Conveyor systems have a plethora of applications and each conveyor system is unique with exclusive advantages and benefits and serving the right purpose. One of the primary advantages of the conveyor system is the reduction of manpower, thereby the labor cost.
HA4.0 Manufacturing Pvt Ltd is one of the leading manufacturers of Conveyors and other Material Handling Systems in India. Bringing the right solutions in the field of material handling innovations is our prime focus. For any of your handling challenges do write to me at chiragbakshi@hindustanautomation.com
