ACCUMULATION CONVEYOR

Consistent Flow Improving Throughput

Accumulation conveyors are essential in the efficient movement of products throughout the production and distribution cycle. Automating your facility with accumulation conveyors creates a reliable flow of products while zero pressure or minimal pressure solutions help ward off unexpected damage. Zero pressure accumulation (ZPA) conveyors do not allow products to touch each other, while conveying, thus reducing back pressure and damage to product during accumulation. ZPA conveyors can be used to stage products in specific zones to complete a process or accumulate in zones while product is moved down the line. These conveyor systems deliver smooth workflows and maintain specific operational needs leading to improved safety and efficiency throughout your facility.

How Accumulation Conveyors Work

Accumulation conveyors enable products to be transported at variable speeds via rollers or belts. Sensors and controls detect product flow and seamlessly manage the spacing of items even items of different sizes and lengths. The sensors ensure that the products accumulate in a controlled manner and stop when they reach designated zones. As the system is signaled that the next zone is free of product, the conveyor is activated to dispatch product forward to the next stage of the product cycle.

Benefits

Increased Efficiency | Creates continuous operations without the the need for breaks

Precision and Accuracy | Increases the quality of manufacturing

Safety in Hazardous Environments | Minimizes safety risks to humans

Cost Savings | Increase productivity and reduces labor cost

Handling Repetitive Tasks | Allows humans to concentrate on more creative aspects of their work

factors

• Sizes, lengths and weights of products

• Variety of product mix

• Expected density of accumulation

applicable products

• Consumer goods

• Fragile items such as glass or electronics

• Automotive