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Application context
There are many reasons to transfer a product from one conveyor system to another. Whether you’re moving a product to another line for further operations, into a repair area, or into a rejection location, different transfer methods might be in order. This is equally the case with different size or shaped products. Knowing what transfer methods are available can help you decide what is required for your application.
This type of transfer operates from the belt edge to the frame edge of your conveyor system. Although conveyor speed should be aligned closely, it does not have to be exact. As long as your product is of a size that can easily transfer from one conveyor to a perpendicular one smoothly, this design can offer an easy and inexpensive solution to many applications.
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Design considerations
When choosing this type of transfer, be sure to check the design of your chosen conveyor system. Conveyor ends and frames should have minimal to no side protrusions. Not all conveyors are designed in this way. Side protrusions can easily get in the way or completely hinder the transfer of product from one conveyor to another.
Also called end-to-end transfer, this method is when you butt two conveyors against each other. The most important thing when designing this type of transfer is to be sure that you’ve matched the two conveyor profiles. Also, be sure to pay particular attention to product size when choosing this method, so that the product does not have the potential to fall between the two conveyors, causing damage to the conveyor and the product.