Industry: Material Handling

Application: Assembly Transport Line

This transport line consists of modular workstations which are joined together to create assembly cells. These stations have tracks upon which carts slide transporting the product through the build process. In some instances a means of driving the cart on a transport line may be required. For these requirements the customer has developed a modular belt drive system. Power from the belt is transferred to the cart via a striker bar assembly which is fastened to the underside of the cart's body.

Problem: Needed to reduce overall machine weight. Metallic v-pulleys added to overall weight.

Solution: All pulleys in the drive system, except the motor pulley, were changed to premium quality high strength glass-reinforced nylon. Pulleys are furnished with a precision sealed bearing that is greased for life. Molded belt surface means smooth and quiet operation. Lighter weight means less energy used at start-up and during the work cycle. The photos below show the head and tail section only of the conveyor.

Reasons for using Composite Idler Pulleys:

• Precision sealed bearings are greased for life - never need relubrication
• Lightweight
• Quiet operation
• Longer belt life

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