Carton Loading Conveyor for Trailer & Container Loading

A carton loading conveyor is a specialized conveyor system used to transfer cartons, boxes, or packages directly into trucks, containers, or storage areas efficiently and safely. It minimizes manual lifting, speeds up loading operations, and improves ergonomics and productivity.

Types of Carton Loading Conveyors

Inbelts carton loading conveyor automate the process of loading cartons onto vehicles or into storage racks. It can be fixed, portable, or telescopic, depending on the operational need and space layout.

Galleries of Carton Loading Conveyors

This is a portable carton loading conveyor with portable belt conveyor and flexible roller conveyor system.

This is a telescopic belt conveyor working with fixed belt conveyor and roller conveyor system.

This is a flexible roller conveyor working as carton transfer conveyor.

Main Components

• Conveyor Frame: Mild steel or stainless steel with powder coating.
• Belt / Rollers: PVC belt or galvanized rollers depending on type.
• Drive Motor: For powered conveyors; equipped with variable speed control.
• Support Legs: Adjustable height, some with caster wheels for mobility.
• Extension Sections: (For telescopic conveyors) extend and retract smoothly.
• Control Panel: Includes start/stop, speed control, and emergency stop.

Optional Configurations

• Two-way reversible conveyor (for loading and unloading)
• Inclined/declined conveyor for elevation change
• Side guides for carton alignment
• Telescopic + flexible combination system for maximum reach and maneuverability
• Integration with automatic sorter or palletizer

Technical Specifications

Advantages

• Portability and Flexibility: Many models are portable, allowing easy movement between loading docks or trucks without needing a fixed platform. For example, they can extend into 20-foot containers or small trucks for direct loading/unloading.
• Adjustability: Height-adjustable sections ensure ergonomic operation, with motorized rollers for automatic feeding and slope adjustments to match truck bed levels.
• Efficiency Gains: Speeds up operations by enabling continuous flow, accumulation (stacking without contact), and precise placement inside trailers. Throughput can reach 500–1,000 feet per minute in some systems.
• Safety and Reliability: Features like jam-resistant rollers, variable speed controls, and modular designs minimize downtime. They support diverse loads, from small irregular items to heavier cases.
• Integration: Often combines with sorters, diverters, mergers, and palletizers for full automation.

Applications

Inbelts carton loading conveyors are widely used in warehouses, logistics centers, e-commerce hubs, courier depots, and manufacturing plants.

• Loading/Unloading Trucks: Extends into trailers for ergonomic carton placement, ideal for cross-docking.
• Warehouse Automation: Transports, sorts, and accumulates cartons before palletizing.
• Production Lines: Moves cases through inspection, labeling, and dispatch.
• Industries: Logistics, e-commerce fulfillment, food/beverage packaging, and manufacturing.

Would you like me to create a comparison table between portable, telescopic, and flexible carton loading conveyors (with photos or layout diagram for visualization)? If you're looking for suppliers, pricing, or custom designs, Inbelts can offer tailored solutions. For specific models or installations, I recommend checking manufacturer sites for quotes.