Vertical Transfer Units: What Are They & Why Use Them?
What is a Vertical Transfer Unit (VTU)? A VTU is a Vertical Transfer Unit. They are used in conveyance and material handling applications to move the product from one conveyor level (or height) to another. VTUs are comprised of three main elements: A horizontal conveyor A vertical actuator and supporting [...]
Design Conveyor Systems Faster with CAD360!
Conveyor systems are often one of the last pieces of equipment considered when developing a new factory automation line. If the conveyor is simply move product from point A to point B, this may not be an issue. But when workpiece pallet-handling conveyors are used; they are used for much [...]
Benefits of Pallet Conveyors During Social Distancing
COVID-19 has changed the way we work. While those that work in an office setting may have the option to work remotely, the same does not hold true for the manufacturing floor. As manufacturing companies across America look at re-opening; many are needing to reevaluate how work is done and [...]
Pallet-Handling Spare Parts – What You Need to Know
Pallet-handling conveyor systems can help optimize manufacturing, testing and assembly lines. These conveyor systems are responsible for feeding a human and robotic processes, delivering product at specified intervals, they rotate and position product, as well as accumulate and store product. With so much riding on pallet-handling conveyor systems it is [...]
Workpiece Pallet Conveyors vs. Shipping Pallet Conveyors
The term “pallet conveyor” can be a little ambiguous. Without using the phrase in context it means different things to different people. Defining Pallet Conveyors Pallet conveyors can be defined in one of two ways. A conveyor used for moving wooden or plastic “shipping pallets” A conveyor used for handing [...]
Complete Pallet Handling from mk North America
Improving manufacturing productivity is key in today’s competitive market. There’s never been a more important time for companies to focus on quality and productivity increases. Maximizing ROI requires using best-in-class technologies and solutions that are flexible and adapt to varied needs. Partnering with mk North America for your project [...]