Norpak Handling Ltd. provides a diverse selection of material-handling solutions, including specialized pallet conveyors designed to improve efficiency in large-scale warehouses and manufacturing plants. These systems help organize, separate, and transport palletized goods for internal logistics or shipping operations. The company offers three main types of pallet conveyors—gravity roller, chain-driven live roller, and drag chain—each suited for different operational requirements, with optional accessories and customization available to enhance performance.
Gravity roller conveyors operate without external power, relying instead on a slight downward slope to move pallets along rollers. The required incline depends on factors such as load weight and product type, making these conveyors a cost-effective choice for lighter applications. For heavier loads and more demanding environments, chain-driven live roller conveyors provide a powered alternative that eliminates the need for inclines. These systems can be adjusted in length, width, and roller spacing to accommodate specific facility layouts.
Drag chain conveyors, also known as multi-strand conveyors, use parallel chains supported by rails to transport pallets. Motor-driven and designed for continuous operation, they are ideal for high-capacity movement with minimal stops. Norpak recommends these for operations requiring smooth, uninterrupted material flow.
When selecting a pallet conveyor, businesses should consider the design of their pallets, particularly the orientation of bottom boards. Roller-based systems work best when pallet boards align with the direction of travel, while perpendicular boards may cause jams or drops between rollers.
To further optimize efficiency, Norpak’s conveyors can be equipped with advanced features such as pallet accumulation, automated start-stop functions, zone control, product sensing, and pallet rotation. Some models, including certain Hytrol conveyors, incorporate EZLogic technology for smarter, energy-efficient operation.
Norpak’s solutions are designed to meet the evolving demands of modern industrial operations, offering reliability, scalability, and enhanced productivity for material handling and logistics.
Related Topics:
