Filled sugar bags and other loads have to be moved along in the packing and dispatch area. A roller conveyor moves them along a line of rollers.
The load sits on the rollers and moves along as they turn or as it is pushed, from one point to the next.
This guide explains what a roller conveyor does, where it fits, and how to keep it reliable.
What Roller Conveyor Do
A roller conveyor is a line of rollers set in a frame, on which a load sits.
As the rollers turn, or as the load is pushed, it moves along the line from one point to another.
So bags and loads are moved easily along the conveyor instead of carried by hand.
Where They Fit in the Plant
The packing and dispatch area, where filled sugar bags are moved, suits a roller conveyor.
Wherever bags and loads must be moved along a line easily, the rollers carry them.
By moving the loads, the conveyor keeps the packing and dispatch flowing.
Signs the Valve Needs Attention
A valve in trouble shows up in the flow and the seal.
- The valve passing when it should be shut
- The flow not controlled as it should be
- Leaks at the seat or the stem
- Wear on the seat from the liquid
- The valve hard to open or close
What Makes a Good Valve?
A valve is judged by a tight seal and reliable control.
Easy Movement of Loads
The rollers must move bags and loads along easily. Easy movement is the point of the roller conveyor.
Sound, Free Turning Rollers
The rollers must turn freely and stay sound. Free turning rollers keep the loads moving.
Keeping the Valve Working
Routine attention keeps the valve controlling your flow.
- Watch that the valve seals tight when shut
- Watch that it controls the flow well
- Check the seat and stem for leaks and wear
- Keep the valve free to open and close
Common Questions About Roller Conveyor
A roller conveyor moves bags and loads along a line of turning rollers, so filled sugar bags and other loads are moved easily from one point to another.
The packing and dispatch area, where filled sugar bags are moved, suits a roller conveyor.
A valve that does not seal tight passes flow when it should be shut, which loses control of the process and wastes what it should hold back.
Watching that it seals tight and controls the flow, checking the seat and stem for leaks and wear, and keeping it free to move keep the valve working.
Control the Flow Reliably
A roller conveyogives tight, reliable control of the flow where the plant needs it. A tight seal and reliable control are what make it dependable.
If bags and loads must be moved along a line, a roller conveyor carries them. Explore our valves and castings for the right one.
If bags and loads must be moved along a line, a roller conveyor carries them. See our valves and castings for the right fit.
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