Flexible Roller Conveyor
A Flexible Roller Conveyor is a type of gravity or powered conveyor designed with expandable, contractible, and flexible sections that can curve, bend, or zigzag to suit various layouts and dynamic working environments. These extendable roller conveyors are especially useful in truck loading/unloading, distribution centers, parcel handling, and warehouses, where space efficiency and mobility are critical. Inbelts can offer powered flexible conveyor and flexible gravity conveyor for sale.
Flexible Powered Roller Conveyor
The flexible powered roller conveyor is a retractable automatic roller conveyor with controllable conveying speed and direction and adjustable support leg height. The maximum loading bearing capacity can be up to 50Kg/m or 100Kg/m. he flexible powered roller conveyor is widely used in transferring packaged goods in warehouse, storehouse, workshop, factory, harbor, dock, etc.
Flexible Gravity Roller Conveyor
The flexible gravity roller conveyor is mainly used to convey flat-bottom items. By the action of gravity, goods are moved on the flexible gravity roller conveyor. The maximum loading bearing capacity can be up to 50Kg/m or 100Kg/m. The flexible gravity roller conveyor helps to increase work efficiency and decrease labor intensity in material handling.
Applications
Inbelts can provide personalized bulk goods transfering system to meet the different applications.
Truck Loading & Unloading
Feeding truck loading conveyors and Receiving packaged goods from truck unloading conveyor.
Container Loading Unloading
Feeding truck loading conveyors and Receiving packaged goods from truck unloading conveyor.
Warehouses Sotrage Processing
Tansfer packaged goods, Assist to unload and load packaged goods from trucks & containers.
Transferring in Assemble Line
Used for bulk packaged goods transferring in a manufacturing plant & packaging line.
More About Flexible Roller Conveyor
Inbelts is a flexible roller conveyors manufacturer in China. We strictly control the quality and production cost in the production. We are dedicated to providing professional and efficient services. A flexible roller conveyor system composed of multiple linked frames with rollers or skate wheels, supported by legs with swivel casters. The entire extendable roller conveyor unit can extend, curve, collapse, or be moved easily to adapt to different work zones.
Key Features of Flexible Roller Conveyor
| Feature | Description |
| Expandable Length | Can be compressed when idle and extended when in use |
| Flexible Layout | Curves around obstacles, loading bays, or corners |
| Swivel Casters with Locks | For easy relocation and stable operation |
| Height Adjustable Legs | Allows ergonomic height matching |
| Roller or Skate Wheel Options | Choose based on product weight and application |
| Optional Motorization | Powered versions available for driven transport |
Types of Flexible Roller Conveyors
| Type | Description | Typical Use |
| Gravity Roller | Non-powered; relies on gravity/manual push | Boxes, cartons, totes |
| Powered Roller | Motorized rollers move loads automatically | Heavy items, automation lines |
| Skate Wheel Conveyor | Light-duty flexible conveyor | Lightweight cartons, parcels |
| Plastic Roller Conveyor | For delicate or packaged food items | Food, pharma, light goods |
Typical Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Range / Options |
| Conveyor Width | 400 mm – 1000 mm |
| Extended Length | 3 – 20 meters (customizable) |
| Collapsed Length | ~30–50% of extended length |
| Roller Material | Steel, galvanized, PVC-coated, stainless, plastic |
| Load Capacity | 50 – 100 kg/m (gravity), higher for powered types |
| Roller Diameter | 38 mm, 50 mm, 60 mm (common sizes) |
| Height Adjustment | ~700–1000 mm via manual screw or gas spring legs |
| Frame Material | Mild steel, stainless steel, or aluminum alloy |
Applications of Flexible Roller Conveyor
| Industry / Area | Application Examples |
| Logistics & Warehousing | Parcel loading/unloading, dock feeding |
| E-commerce Fulfillment | Flexible picking lines, order sortation |
| Courier Terminals | Temporary sortation and truck unloading |
| Food & Beverage | Dry packaged food movement |
| Manufacturing | Component kitting, WIP movement |
| Retail Distribution | Temporary dispatch conveyor |
Gravity vs Powered Flexible Conveyors
| Feature | Gravity Conveyor | Powered Conveyor |
| Power Requirement | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Cost | ✅ Lower | ⚠️ Higher |
| Ideal for | ✅ Light–medium loads | ✅ Heavy or long-distance loads |
| Speed Control | ❌ Manual | ✅ Controlled via inverter |
| Setup Complexity | ✅ Simple | ⚠️ More complex |
Customization Options
- Conveyor width, height, and length
- Roller pitch (spacing between rollers)
- Roller type: steel, PVC, plastic, anti-static
- Add-on guides, side rails, and stoppers
- Powered drive (optional for long units)
- Color coating, anti-rust finishes, SS304 for food use
Advantages of Flexible Roller Conveyor
- Compact storage when not in use
- Rapid deployment for variable work areas
- Enhances flexibility at shipping/receiving dock
- Cost-effective compared to fixed conveyors
- Easy to integrate into existing layouts
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When considering the use of flexible roller conveyors, it's important to evaluate your specific material handling needs, the types of products you handle, and the layout of your facility. A well-designed flexible roller conveyor can contribute to a more efficient and streamlined material handling process in various industries. We can offer both powered flexible conveyor and flexible gravity conveyor for your projects.
Industries
The flexible roller conveyors supplied by Inbelts are widely used in logistics, ports, docks, stations, distribution centers, retail stores, airports and warehouses.
- Post
- Home Appliances
- Food
- Tobacco
- Light Industries
- E-Commerce
- Retail Stores
- Manufacturing & Packaging