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Conveyor System features walk-through sliding gate mechanism.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:31:54 -0500

Providing users with quick access around factory floor, Slide Gate(TM) modular power belt conveyor system is powered by 25 W variable speed drive and has gate opening ranges up to 32 in. Sensors automatically stop and restart conveyor when user is through. Overall unit lengths for conveyor with gate start at 84 in. long by 28 in. high and are available in sides from 9-24 in. wide. Supplied fully assembled, conveyor units can be quickly installed on stands with T slot hardware.

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Scavenger Conveyor System controls fugitive material.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:33:37 -0500

MARTIN® Carryback Capture System minimizes problems with fugitive material in applications such as underground mines and low-overhead transfers by transferring belt cleaning residue back into material stream. This avoids cleanup labor, injury potential, and dust hazards associated with buildup. Manufactured in modular, 4 ft sections, 13 in. high system can be constructed in lengths from 8-24 ft and is available to match belts from 36-72 in. wide.

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Tubular Drag Conveyor combines both chain/disc technology.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:32:06 -0500

Capable of moving products without use of air, Chain-Vey(TM) Conveyor transfers particle blends without risk of segregation or breakage. Suited for products including ground coffee, dried foods, material chips, and activated carbon, unit is available in sizes of 4, 5, and 6 in., and can convey up to 300 ft. Sealed tube contains aroma and allows for air-tight conveying, while self-cleaning feature eliminates cleaning between change-over.

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Stainless Steel Conveyors suit washdown applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:34:10 -0500

Built with 304 stainless steel rollers, bearings, sprockets, chains, frames, and supports, chain-driven conveyors transport, accumulate, and transfer loads such as drums, pallets, or IBCs at 500-5,000 lb. Rollers and scalloped guard are both sealed with UHMW splash guards and seals, and speeds of up to 60 fpm can be reached when handling drums up to 750 lb. Conveyors are available as complete system that interfaces with drum dumping system using individual powered accumulation zones.

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Spiral Conveyor calibrates to adjust to summer temperatures.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 08:39:36 -0500

Spiral Conveyor can be calibrated to move products at desired speed through cooling vat or humidity chamber to compensate for higher seasonal temperatures. It also transfers products between floors with adjustment of corkscrew configuration and is suitable for curing molded products. Operating in -40 to +250ºC temperature range at any humidity, modular system features controlled slope for smooth transfer and can be gravity-based or powered.

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Multi-Lane, Switchable Converger offers multi-lingual HMI.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 08:27:03 -0500

Converging thermoformed matrix of packs into one line, Packleader BCS offers independently adjustable working and infeed heights as well as HMI with multi-lingual support. Control technology promotes adaptability while facilitating setup/maintenance. Other features include quick-change belts, long-life clutches, and net line length addition of 1,100 mm. Able to accept pack formats at 16 cycles/min, machine offers direct pack collection from thermoformer without extra conveyor.

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Flexible Conveyors are built for capacity and versatility.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 08:36:17 -0500

Suited for light- and medium-duty applications, 1stFlex(TM)200 has tubular steel frame and resin skate wheels with internal steel ball bearings. Internal structure minimizes friction while optimizing load bearing capacity (90 lb/ft). With same frame, 1stFlex(TM)300 has 300 lb/ft capacity and employs heavy-duty steel skate wheels with 10,000,000+ revolution service life. Both models, offered in 12-24 ft lengths and 18-24 in. widths, can be adjusted for heights from 18-40 in. via knob.

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Low Profile Belt Conveyors offer tool-less belt changes.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 08:28:59 -0500

Constructed with single-piece extruded aluminum frame, Automation Series AS40 and AS65 handle speeds up to 400 fpm and loads up to 120 lb. Widths are available in increments from 2-24 in. and lengths range from 18 in. to 13 ft. Pivot(TM) rotatable drive technology on AS40 end drive conveyors allows drive to be rotated in field to almost any position, while AS65 center drive conveyors feature below-belt drive that can be positioned at any point along length of conveyor.

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Product Elevator offers max capacity of 2,000 products/hr.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 08:35:06 -0500

Constructed according to lean manufacturing processes, entry level model Prorunner MK5 Continuous Vertical Conveyor can transport products to any desired level. System features enclosed drive system and can be equipped with infeeds and outfeeds at various levels. Designed to meet stringent hygiene requirements, conveyor is suited for applications ranging from food handling to logistics operations.

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Vertical Lift is capable of moving 360 pallets/hr.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 08:37:55 -0500

Equipped with 3-strand conveyor for transferring pallets on and off, Vertical Lift is capable of handling either 1 or 2 pallets simultaneously, with maximum vertical speed of 200 ft/min. It uses 2 gear motors mounted on floor level, mechanically linked with drive shaft and driven with AB PowerFlex 700 drive. Lift offers cycle time of 20 sec for 8 ft 9 in. travel distance, including time for pallets to move and off lift, and for lift to move back to its original position.

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Conveyor controls PCB warpage during selective soldering.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 08:33:24 -0500

To ensure repeatable selective soldering process, SMART Conveyor automatically senses and adjusts to printed circuit board size, then crowds PCB for snug fit to ensure accurate board location. Conveyor then automatically clamps two parallel edges and re-sizes holding area while exerting gentle pressure that eliminates board shape issues.

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Low-Profile Belt Conveyors utilize nosebar tail.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 08:30:47 -0500

Available on all standard Automation Series conveyor widths ranging from 2-24 in., nosebar tail offers 11 mm outer belt diameter, that, when placed end to end, minimizes gap between conveyors, enabling small parts to pass without becoming trapped. Tail is compatible with both pushing and pulling applications and is capable of speeds up to 125 fpm.

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Vacuum Conveying System targets long distance transfers.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 08:33:49 -0500

Capable of vacuum conveying of up to 6,000 lb/hr of material at distances up to 300 ft, PNEUVAC® vacuum conveying system suits rapid discharging of material from road or rail tankers into silos or transfer of product from bulk bags, hoppers or silos to production processes. Product offers dust-free operation as it is conveyed under vacuum within conveying line and any leakage is into conveyor. It is designed to meet sanitary standards, and provides hygienic transfer of materials.

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Belt Conveyors feature rotatable drives.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 08:35:59 -0500

Featuring low-profile design, Automation Series Conveyors have Pivot rotatable drives that can be positioned to avoid product on conveyor belt or obstructions caused by integrated machines. To change position, users loosen 2 set screws, rotate drive, and retighten screws. Timing belt inside guard transfers torque from motor to conveyor's drive pulley. Capable of belt speeds up to 400 fpm, Pivot drive package is compatible with any QC Industries ac or dc gearmotors.

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Vacuum Conveyors feature wear resistant design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 08:32:25 -0500

Featuring hardened alloy construction to help prevent premature wear, Heavy Duty Threaded Line Vac(TM) Conveyors use pipe to convey bulk materials, including steel shot, metal parts, scrap, and trim. Conveyors eject small amount of compressed air through directed nozzles to produce vacuum on one end high output flows on other end. Conveying rate is controlled using pressure regulator on compressed air supply. Five sizes up to 2 in. NPT fit standard plumbing pipe and couplers.

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Wireless System monitors vibratory conveyors.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 08:29:53 -0500

Available as option on Iso-Flo® conveyors, SmartArm(TM) includes self-powered wireless SmartArm sensor, remote base station, and software, enabling users to monitor asset or equipment shaker condition at any computer workstation. System measures and reports speed and stroke to provide real-time analysis of shaker function, line-flow conditions, and trends. SmartArm client also shows alert when speed or stroke are out of tolerance. Operating from -4 to 156°F, system meets NEMA 4X washdown standards.

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Belt Conveyors are built for durability and capacity.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 08:29:43 -0500

Able to carry weights above 100 kg, Series TB is constructed with metal parts of nickel steel or stainless steel and incorporate aluminum covers for chains and pinions. Drive rollers are protected against dust and dirt by rear cover, while quick closures and minimal use of locking screws facilitate maintenance. Available in 6 frame widths from 60-250 mm, single- or double-belt conveyors feature 230/400 V motor that can achieve belt speeds from 0.6-38.4 m/min.

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Dual Spiral Conveyors include 8 and 20 in. wide models.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 08:33:49 -0500

Dual Track Spiral models, available with dual 8 and 20 in. wide slat spirals, have space-saving design with 2 tracks that operate within one spiral structure. Both tracks can go up or down and are optionally reversible. Only one drive motor is required for each track, which lends to energy conservation as well as controls and systems integration.

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Narrow Belt Conveyor uses zero-pressure contact accumulation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 08:34:59 -0500

NBC(TM) accumulates products to provide contact accumulation with no line-pressure, making process precise, consistent, and gentle. Using same frame and drive components, this belt-driven live-roller conveyor may be configured into zero-pressure contact accumulation, non-contact accumulation, and transportation conveyor. Along with modular design, cconveyor offers ability to power up to 4 V-belt modules off either end of conveyor without additional drive.

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Spiral Conveyors suit limited floor space applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 08:28:12 -0500

Depending on size of load to be handled, Spiral Conveyors can be slotted into circular workspace from 4 ft 8 in. to 8 ft 2 in. in diameter. Pre-assembled conveyors feature modular design that can be reconfigured in field to meet emerging needs. Operating at speeds to 200 fpm, units are equipped with automatic chain tensioning and built-in overload protection. They are available in powder coated carbon steel, stainless steel, or washdown versions for food handling.

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