Flexible Roller Conveyors – Bifa Conveyor https://www.bifaconveyor.com one of the leading conveyor manufacturers Fri, 28 Mar 2025 03:48:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 https://www.bifaconveyor.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/cropped-jpg800-32x32.webp Flexible Roller Conveyors – Bifa Conveyor https://www.bifaconveyor.com 32 32 Skate Wheel Conveyor https://www.bifaconveyor.com/product/skate-wheel-conveyor/ Wed, 03 Jul 2024 07:37:27 +0000 https://www.bifaconveyor.com/?post_type=product&p=6089 Skate wheel conveyor one of its main features is its high cost performance. When items are placed on the flywheel, they will roll in its direction due to gravity, especially on inclined conveyors, where items will move from high to low. This method is very suitable for simple material handling, such as moving from a high workstation to a low workstation on a production line. Also known as skate conveyor and wheel conveyor, it is also one of the varieties of flexible conveyor and gravity conveyor. Multiple skate wheel modules can be linked to form a conveying system.

Length: up to 3,000mm/module
Width: up to 700mm(27.5”)

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Skate wheel conveyors design

skate wheel conveyor drawing

Technical Parameters
Conveyor length up to 20m(65.6′)
Conveyor width up to 1200mm(47.2”)
Height adjustable range 450-650 / 650-900 / 750-1150 / 950-1600 / 1300-2300mm
Wheel material ABS
Load capacity up to 30kg(66.1bls)/m
Side guide Available

Skate wheel conveyors for carton video

What's different about Bifa's skatewheel conveyor?

Bifa’s as conveyor skate wheel manufacturers standard configurations is following

  • T1.5mm telescopic sheet
skatewheel conveyor

skatewheel conveyor

  • skate wheel flexible conveyors height adjustable
flow rail

flow rail

  • The abs skate wheel gravity flexible conveyor is smooth and durable, and a gentle push saves time and effort
conveyor skate wheels​

conveyor skate wheels​

  • Omnidirectional wheels with brakes, easy to store and do not take up space, more convenient than roller conveyors
  • Expandable: Multiple modules can be connected to form an extra-long conveying system through linking hooks, or they can be connected to flexible roller conveyor for use.
Connectors

Connectors

Skate wheel conveyor

Skate wheel conveyor is a portable conveyor system suitable for conveying in curves and merging and diverting parts of conveying systems. It is small in size and light in weight and is mostly used for conveying cartons and items with flat bottoms. Other conveyors that can achieve the same purpose include: expandable conveyor
Skatewheel conveyor can be made of carbon steel, stainless steel or ABS plastic. The choice of these materials makes it widely used in logistics, production lines, warehousing and other fields, making it an efficient, environmentally friendly and flexible conveyor equipment. In addition, conveyor skate wheels is a special form of ordinary conveyor with a expandable mechanism added. It uses wheel (skate wheel) as the conveying medium and uses telescopic components as the frame to provide a conveyor solution consisting of skate wheels made of plastic or carbon steel.

Advantages of skate wheel conveyor

Durable Frame: skate wheels conveyor typically made of steel or aluminum for strength and durability,also called aluminum skate wheel conveyor.

Skate Wheels:As conveyor skate wheel manufacturers we provide high-impact plastic or steel wheel, arranged in rows to support and move items.Can load goods weighing 30kg

Lightweight Design: Gravity skate wheel conveyors easy to transport and reposition as needed.

Variety of Widths and Lengths: Expandable skate wheel conveyor available in different sizes to accommodate various applications.

Adjustable Height: Some models offer height adjustment for ergonomic benefits

Modular Design: Expandable portable skate wheel conveyors can be expanded or reconfigured to meet growing or changing needs.

Easy Integration: Can be easily integrated with other conveyor systems or material handling equipment.

Low Friction: Plastic conveyor skate wheels provide smooth and low-friction movement of items.

Gravity-Driven: Utilizes gravity to move items, requiring no external power source.

Low Initial Cost: Generally less expensive than powered conveyors.

Minimal Operational Costs: No need for power, reducing energy costs and maintenance.

Ease of Installation and Maintenance:

Simple Installation: Easy to set up with minimal tools and expertise.

Low Maintenance: Fewer moving parts and no motors, resulting in less wear and tear.

Portable: Can be easily moved and reconfigured to meet changing workflow needs.

Adaptability: Suitable for various applications and can be integrated with other conveyor systems.

Smooth Flow: Allows for efficient movement of items, reducing manual handling and speeding up processes.

Easy Loading and Unloading: Ideal for quick and easy loading and unloading operations.

Reduced Manual Handling: Minimizes the need for workers to carry heavy loads, reducing the risk of injury.

Ergonomic Design: Can be adjusted to suitable heights to improve worker comfort.

FAQ skate conveyor​

As the name implies, the skate wheel is a wheel with a specific function. It is usually composed of rollers, brackets and other accessories, with a simple structure but powerful functions. The main function of the Furley wheel is to realize the rotation or movement of objects, and to promote the movement of objects through the movement of the wheel.

In the conveying system, the skate wheel plays a vital role. It can be used to convey objects with a flat bottom surface, especially in the curved part or the diversion and confluence part of the conveying system, the application of the Furley wheel is indispensable. In addition, the skatewheel can also be used as a caster, playing an auxiliary role in the conveyor, such as the rising section of the climbing belt conveyor to press the belt, etc.

From a structural point of view, skate wheel conveyor parts include multiple freely conveyor wheels, telescopic plates, outriggers, etc.
roller conveyor parts include double sprocket rollers, chains, motors, outriggers, etc.

From the power point of view, the skatewheel conveyors does not contain a power part, while the powered roller conveyor systems contains power.
From the application scenario point of view, theskate wheel gravity conveyor is suitable for short-distance conveying and light material conveying, such as handling at the end of the assembly line, packaging area or warehouse. The motorized roller conveyor is suitable for long-distance conveying and heavier material conveying, such as automated conveying in production lines and fast handling in warehousing and logistics.
In general, if the material to be conveyed is light and does not require long-distance transportation, you can choose the expanding skate conveyor; if the material is heavy or requires long-distance and efficient transportation, the powered roller conveyor is more suitable.

The universal wheel conveyor is mainly used in the following scenarios:

Sorting and Packaging Lines
In logistics centers, warehouses, and distribution centers, Omni conveyors are often used to quickly sort and transfer a variety of packages. They are able to handle products of various sizes and shapes, and can move products in multiple directions for easy sorting.

Manufacturing
In manufacturing workshops, Omni conveyors are used to transfer semi-finished and finished products between different processing stages. They can flexibly adapt to changes in production lines and are particularly suitable for complex manufacturing processes.

Food and Beverage Industry
In food processing and packaging facilities, Omni conveyors are used to transfer various types of food packaging, such as bottled drinks, cans, snack bags, etc.

E-commerce and Retail
In e-commerce warehouses, Omni conveyors are used to handle a large number of orders, especially in scenarios that require fast response and delivery.

Automotive Industry
In automotive assembly lines, Omni conveyors are used to transfer various automotive parts and modules.

flexible roller conveyor

ball transfer conveyor

Similar to the flexible skate conveyor, it is expandable and can be bent 360°, making it easy to store while also achieving the purpose of conveying.

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Flexible Roller Conveyor System for truck unloading https://www.bifaconveyor.com/product/flexible-roller-conveyor/ Wed, 17 Apr 2024 07:06:03 +0000 https://www.bifaconveyor.com/?post_type=product&p=3860 Flexible roller conveyor also called expandable conveyor,  there are mainly two types: gravity flexible conveyor and motorized roller flexible conveyor. Goods are suitable for flexible roller conveyors: flat ground and hard goods, like express boxes, bags...Flexible roller conveyor usually one module is 1.5 m long. Due to its expandable nature, multiple modules can be linked together and twisted 0-360 degrees at will, which is very suitable for truck unloading.

Length: 3,000mm/module
Width: 700mm(27.5”)
Speed:30m(98.4′)/min

Flexible Roller Conveyor System for truck unloading最先出现在Bifa Conveyor

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Flexible Roller Conveyor Systems Design

Technical Parameters
Conveyor length L Variable up to 20m(65.5′)
Conveyor W 500/600/700mm(19.6”/23.6”/27.5”)
Conveyor width H 450-550/600-850/750-1150/950-1550mm
Roller diameter 50mm(1.9”)
Drive location Underneath
Conveyor speed up to 35m(114.8′)/min
Standard distributed load up to 50kg(110lbs)/m
Roller material Galvanized / Stainless steel
Side rail Available

What makes Bifa's expandable conveyor systems stand out?

  • The key to the powered flexible conveyor in their ability to extend and retract, allowing it to adapt to various workspace configurations and material handling requirements. This expandable nature enables them to reach into confined spaces or cover long distances with ease, making them indispensable in settings where traditional fixed conveyors would be impractical or inefficient.
  • We provide three drive modes: 
flexible roller conveyor

flexible roller conveyor

       1. V-belt motorized conveyors are suitable for slightly heavier goods, with a maximum load of about 50kg/m.

v roller conveyor

v roller conveyor

       2. O-belt motorized conveyor systems are suitable for lighter goods, with a maximum load of about 40kg/m.

o roller conveyor

o roller conveyor

       3. Gravity roller conveyor does not with motors, also called manual belt conveyor. By adjusting the height of their legs, a height difference is created, and the gravity of the goods is used to drive them. They are usually used in conjunction with powered extendable conveyor.

Generally speaking, motorized conveyor rollers have different telescopic ratios, such as 0.5:1.0 / 0.5:1.25 / 0.5:1.5. The first number (0.5)represents the number of meters before the conveyor is unfolded, and the second number(1.0) represents the number of meters after it is unfolded. The larger the second number, the larger the spacing between the rollers, the smaller the number of rollers, and the more cost-effective the price. 0.5 meters is a module. Due to its scalability and scalability, countless modules can be connected and used together. Many customers use telescopic conveyors to unload goods from trucks to warehouses, and their length is up to 40m.

flexible gravity roller conveyor

flexible gravity roller conveyor

expandable conveyor​ definition

Flexible conveyors also known as accordion conveyors or expandable conveyors, flexible conveyor portable,  movable Roller Conveyor have revolutionized material handling by offering unparalleled versatility and convenience. But how exactly do these flexible conveyors work, and what sets them apart from traditional conveyor systems?

Expandable roller conveyor can be divided into powered expandable roller conveyors (motor roller flexible conveyor) and gravity roller conveyors (gravity flexible conveyor) according to the power. According to the shape of the conveying surface, they can be divided into flexible roller conveyors and skate wheel conveyorsDifferent from ordinary powered roller conveyor system, at the heart of extendable conveyor their unique design, characterized by a series of interconnected segments that can expand and contract like an accordion, hence the apt moniker “accordion conveyor.” These segments are typically made of durable materials such as aluminum or steel, ensuring both strength and flexibility.

Bifa’s powered flexible conveyor non-standard configuration is as follows

  • Add side guards to the expandable conveyors to prevent goods from falling.
  • Add PU to the roller to prevent goods from being damaged.
  • Use stainless steel material that is suitable for humid environments or for conveying food.
flexible conveyor with side guide

flexible conveyor with side guide

powder coating conveyor​

powder coating conveyor​

How does a powered flexible conveyor work video

Flexible Roller Conveyor System for truck unloading最先出现在Bifa Conveyor

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