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How To Choose the Right Conveyor

From NERAK Systems Inc.

The descriptions below help you to find the right conveyor for your needs. The descriptions on this page are brief. You will find detailed information for each conveyor when you click on their links.

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Vertical Conveyors
Vertical conveyors are used to lift or lower loads between various levels in intermittent flow operations and where horizontal space is limited.  There are two types of vertical conveyors, reciprocating and continuous.
Industrial Conveyors
Industrial conveyors are horizontal, inclined, declined, or vertical machinery that transports bulk materials or discrete units from one place to another at a controlled rate.
Bulk Material Loaders and Unloaders
Bulk materials loaders and unloaders are used to fill and remove powders, granular substances and other bulk solids from bags, bins, boxes, carts, drums, hoppers, railcars, trucks, and silos. They often include solids feeders and break down clumps or arches to allow for the more uniform distribution of bulk materials.
Unit Handling Conveyors
Unit handling conveyors are designed to handle packages, pallets, or any other unit format. They are used to transport large, discrete items that can be handled independently.
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