Pallet Conveyor System for Pallet Handling
A pallet conveyor system is a heavy-duty material handling solution designed to transport, accumulate, and position pallets (loaded or empty) within manufacturing plants, warehouses, and distribution centers. It is essential for automating pallet movement between processes such as palletizing, wrapping, storage, and shipping.
Types of Pallet Conveyors
Inbelts pallet conveyor system consists of interconnected conveyors engineered to handle palletized loads, typically weighing between 500 to 2000 kg per pallet.
| Type | Description | Typical Use |
| Roller Pallet Conveyor | Uses heavy-duty rollers to transport pallets horizontally. | Assembly lines, warehouse transfer. |
| Chain Pallet Conveyor | Our chain roller conveyor uses duplex/triplex chains for high-load or closed-bottom pallets. | Heavy or non-standard pallets. |
| Turntable Conveyor | Rotates pallets to change travel direction. | 90° or 180° line changes. |
| Transfer Car / Shuttle Conveyor | Moves pallets between multiple lanes or lines. | Multi-line systems and AS/RS. |
| Lift/Lower Conveyor (Vertical Transfer Unit) | Transfers pallets between floors or levels. | Multi-floor warehouses. |
| Accumulation Conveyor | Buffers pallets using zone control. | Sorting, sequencing, or staging zones. |
Galleries of Pallet Conveyor System
Main Components
- Conveyor Frame: Heavy-duty structural steel or aluminum profile.
- Rollers or Chains: Zinc-plated or stainless steel rollers / ANSI chains.
- Drive System: Motorized gear drives with torque limiter or VFD.
- Support Legs: Adjustable, with anchoring options.
- Sensors: Detect pallet presence for automated control.
- Pallet Stops and Guides: Positioning and safety control.
- PLC Control Panel: Manages conveyor zones and speed.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Typical Range |
| Pallet Size | 800×1200 mm / 1000×1200 mm (customizable) |
| Load Capacity | Up to 2000 kg/pallet |
| Conveyor Speed | 6–18 m/min |
| Conveyor Width | 900–1500 mm |
| Roller Diameter | 60–89 mm |
| Chain Pitch | 1”–1.5” |
| Power | 0.75–3 kW per drive |
| Frame Material | Carbon steel / SS304 |
| Control | PLC + sensors (photoelectric / proximity) |
Optional Integrations
- Robotic or conventional palletizers
- Pallet dispensers / stackers
- Stretch wrapping machines
- Barcode / RFID tracking system
- Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) or AMRs
- Warehouse Management System (WMS) interface
Applications of Pallet Conveyor System
These systems can be manual, semi-automatic, or fully automated, often integrated with robotic palletizers, stretch wrappers, and automated storage/retrieval systems (AS/RS).
- Food and beverage palletizing lines
- Packaging and bottling plants
- Automotive assembly lines
- FMCG and pharmaceutical warehouses
- Cold storage and distribution centers
- Logistics and e-commerce fulfillment centers
Why to Choose Our Pallet Conveyors?
- High Load Capacity: Designed for heavy pallets, supporting weights from 500 lbs to over 5,000 lbs, depending on the system.
- Automation and Integration: Connects with warehouse management systems (WMS), sorters, wrappers, and palletizers for seamless operations.
- Versatility: Handles various pallet sizes (e.g., standard 48x40 inches, Euro pallets) and materials (wood, plastic, metal).
- Safety: Incorporates sensors, emergency stops, and zero-pressure accumulation to prevent collisions and ensure worker safety.
- Efficiency: Reduces forklift dependency, optimizes space, and boosts throughput with continuous or zoned transport.
- Durability: Built for rugged environments, with low-maintenance components like chain-driven rollers or heavy-duty belts.
Would you like me to create a layout diagram of a pallet conveyor system (showing palletizer, wrapper, and transfer zones), or a comparison chart between roller and chain pallet conveyors? If you need help with specific models, pricing, or design (e.g., layout diagrams or throughput calculations), let me know! We can provide pallet conveyor design services.
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