Choosing the best Live Roller Conveyor: Electric or Conventional
One of the first questions in setting up a new warehouse, distribution center, or processing facility is what equipment will be most effective and profitable for your business. And the truth is, that answer will vary greatly depending on what you’re doing, what product you’re moving, and the footprint of your available workspace.
For conveyance, there is no shortage of options to choose from, but one of the most prolific in the material handling industry is a belt driven live roller accumulator. An example of this type of conveyor would be Hytrol’s ABEZ.
Some of the main benefits of utilizing a belt driven option like ABEZ are:
- A centralized drive system
- Can power up to 300 ft of conveyor with a single motor
- Reliable and equipped for high speeds
To see the product specifications and more, please check out Hytrol’s catalog.
Another option that is growing in popularity are 24-volt conveyor systems. These all-electric systems are being increasingly utilized because of their many benefits including:
- Ease of installation and maintenance
- Maneuverability
- Adherent safety and quiet operation
An example of this type of conveyor system would be Hytrol’s E24EZ. The E24EZ is an accumulation conveyor that utilizes a series of 24-volt DC motors to power individual accumulation zones. They can be equipped with rollers for carton handling or belts for handling individual items not supported by rollers. Because of its streamlined design—the E24 product family offers easy installation and maintenance with very few spare parts needed.
Be sure to check out the entire E24 product line.
In summary, the main difference between these two types of accumulation conveyors is where the power source is located. With the ABEZ, there is a centralized motor system that can power up to 300 feet of conveyor. In contrast, the E24EZ sports a series of pancake motors that drive their respective zones—making for dispersed power, quiet operation, and flexibility in terms of where turns and curves can be placed. Also, being all-electric, the E24 products require no costly compressed air systems to be installed to support the conveyor.
Both of these options have merit and offer zero-pressure accumulation. Whether ABEZ’s powerful consistency or E24’s quiet maneuverability—Hytrol has the products to move your business forward. Visit Hytrol.com to be matched with a trusted Hytrol Integration Partner near you that can help determine your specific material handling needs.
