Peralatan gravity conveyor moves the load without using the power supply of the motor. The gravity conveyor system is a non-powered conveyor, which uses gravity to make it move. With the help of tilting or manpower, for example, people push the load in a physical way, and the material moves down the conveying line along a series of evenly spaced metal rollers or wheels.
Gravity conveyor is one of the common material handling equipment. It transports products by manpower or gravity, which is simpler and cheaper than power conveyor, and is widely used in all walks of life.
The following will show you the gravity conveyor and its 2 categories.
What is a gravity conveyor?
Gravity conveyor uses the weight of goods or human force to move up and down on the inclined conveyor. The gradient of the conveyor slope is related to the friction of the rolling body rotation, the inertia of the goods and the rolling body and the control of the sliding speed, especially the weight of the goods, the packaging materials and the flatness of the bottom surface of the packaging.
The gravity conveyor system can safely transport materials from one end to the other, thus minimizing the costs associated with moving materials in the entire warehouse relying on manual operation or other heavy machinery. Gravity conveyor systems are very practical because they can be installed in many locations, can move loads of various shapes, sizes and weights, and have advanced safety functions that help prevent accidents in the workplace.
Classification of gravity conveyor
Gravity conveyor is divided into roller type and pulley type. Roller gravity conveyors use straight rollers between frames. The pulley conveyor uses multiple wheels on the shaft between the frames.
Gravity roller conveyor:
The gravity roller conveyor uses the gravity of the product to move on the roller. Gravity roller conveyor is one of the commonly used conveying equipment, which has simple structure and is economical.
The roller conveyor is suitable for conveying packaged products with flat bottom. If it is bulk or irregular products, it needs to be placed on the tray.
characteristic of gravity roller conveyor
Structural form: from the driving form, it can be divided into power roller conveyor and unpowered roller conveyor; According to the layout, it is divided into horizontal conveying, inclined conveying and turning conveying.
Speed regulation mode: variable frequency speed regulation, stepless speed regulation
Transmission mode: single chain wheel, double chain wheel, synchronous belt
Power mode: reduction motor drive, electric roller drive
The use of open or steel cover for gravity roller conveyor can avoid increasing the friction of bearing. The load capacity is determined by bearing load capacity and roller width.
Gravity pulley conveyor:
Pulley conveyors are similar to roller conveyors in the way of moving materials along the system, but they use a pulley system that is spaced and installed on the shaft instead of rollers. When the product moves on the conveyor belt, each wheel rotates to allow movement. The tubular gasket between the wheels can prevent the wheels from moving left and right and make the material roll over.
Gravity ball conveyor is a conveyor where goods can move freely in any direction. It is suitable for conveying goods with hard bottom. It does not need lubrication when used, but it cannot be used in dusty environment. Gravity pulley conveyor is suitable for transporting light materials, such as cartons, pallets, etc.
There are many options for gravity conveyor, and a variety of sizes and materials are available. Due to its low price and easy installation, gravity conveyor is a more economical solution than other types of conveyor systems. If you need to choose a conveyor, our boarding staff will provide you with corresponding solutions. Contact us now.