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When it comes to selecting conveyors for assembly and manufacturing it’s important to keep the “2Ps” in mind – Product and Process. In this article we’ll explore what these two requirements entail and how they can ultimately help determine the best assembly conveyor for your specific application. […]

Traditional pallet-handling conveyor systems rely heavily on pneumatics. Industrial pneumatic systems are plagued with inefficiencies and draw on resources. But there is an environmentally sound alternative. […]

Pallets are a critical component in workpiece pallet-handling conveyor systems. The size and weight of the product to be conveyed will dictate many of the parameters of not only the pallet but also the conveyors. The processes and flow of the pallets will also affect the design of the pallet. In this article, we will explore various design styles and features of workpiece pallets. […]

Accumulating Roller Chain Styles Accumulating roller chain conveyors are the ideal conveyor platform for accumulating and storing pallets. This is due to the type of chain used in these conveyors (see image below). Conveyors, such as the SRF-P 2045 and SRF-P 2010, which are designed using this chain, accumulate pallets with little-to-no backpressure.  This chain and its inherent features also make it easy to singulate pallets. Additionally, this type of chain does not cause wear on the pallets. This chain is available in a variety of different styles. It can have a single row of free rollers (down the center of [...]

A conveyor is a mechanical apparatus for moving objects from point A to point B. Automation, according to Oxford Languages is, “the use of largely automatic equipment in a system of manufacturing or other production process.” There are many types of automatic equipment in today’s manufacturing and production facilities – and conveyors are not only one of the most important pieces of automation, but they are also one of the most versatile, capable of handling multiple demands. […]

VersaMove is the perfect solution for all your assembly conveyor needs. VersaMove pallet-handling conveyors systems compliment and complete modern assembly line automation. This is due in part to the general nature of workpiece pallet-handling conveyor systems, but also in part due to the unique nature of design and build associated with mk’s VersaMove line. […]

Your product is unique, and you know your manufacturing process is as well. You want a pallet-handling conveyor that fits your application, but you also want to ensure your project comes in on-time and on-budget. That is why it is important to keep these two questions in mind when selecting a conveyor system manufacturer: Do they offer a wide variety of standard options? Can they easily modify a standard conveyor or design custom ones? Read more to learn why these questions are two of the most important things to consider when selecting your next pallet-handling conveyor system supplier. […]

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 structure Guarding these units is critical; however, the type of guard to be used depends on where the VTU is going to be located. If the VTU is being used in a robotic work-cell that is enclosed in a perimeter guard, then it is not necessary to individually guard the VTU [...]