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Print and Apply Labeling Systems

Conveyor Concepts, Inc is equipped to provide your automated labeling needs. Print and Apply labeling systems have become essential tools for maximizing shipping throughput. This system combines package scanning, data interpretation, label printing, and label application into a semi automated time saving sequence and eliminating the labor intensive manual labeling stations.

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Custom Conveyor with PLC for Labeler & Robot Pick Integration

In addition to our standard conveyor applications, Conveyor Concepts, Inc. also designs unique 1 off systems.  For this 1 off project we had to design a system that utilized both 24V DC Roller conveyor and well as 480V Lineshaft conveyor technologies.  Ethernet drivercards were utilized to enable customized control of the conveyor through a PLC.  Contoured conveyor frames were designed to interface a package labeler as well as a robotic picker.  To meet the customers factory acceptance test requirements we utilized our in house PLC and control system with custom software programing.

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Basic ModSort Divert Test

Conveyor Concepts, Inc. performs validation tests for a number of our conveyor projects.  For this application our customer wanted to understand the impact of weight on the case position and projection angle as it exits the ModSort Diverter.  The video below shows a basic version of the testing performed.

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Custom Conveyor Project: Align and Accumulate

Conveyor Concepts can provide custom conveyance solutions. For this project the customer desired a unique sequence for case alignment and accumulation.  For this one off application Conveyor Concept’s engineering team designed and fabricated a custom set of components, assembled them into a finished conveyor line, and performed a series of validation tests in our shop.

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Partner Spotlight

Conveyor Concepts is proud to partner with the some of the best companies in the conveyor business. Being a distributor of top brands in the material handling industry allows Conveyor Concepts to mix and match products to provide our customers with the best solution possible. See a full list of reputable partners here to discover if we can solve your material handling problems!

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Update or Upgrade Line Shaft Conveyor?

Although line shaft conveyors are considered old school technology in the conveyor business, it doesn’t mean it won’t get the job done. One of the biggest hassles with line shaft conveyor is that they can get very loud over the life of product as parts continue to wear down. Line shaft conveyor is very easy to work on, which is one of its primary benefits. Maintenance workers can find line shaft conveyor parts and fix the problem themselves. However, if you are facing old line shaft conveyor you may reach a fork in the road where the decision needs to be made; is it best to update or upgrade?

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The Power of O-Rings and Drive Belts

Dura-Belt O-Rings

Conveyor Concepts is proud to be a Dura-Belt distributor to provide our customers with high-quality polyurethane belting. Conveyor belting varies from conveyor to conveyor, and our experts know the perfect solution for you. There are many different names for these endless round belts such as round belting, O-ring belts, or endless drive belts. When installing or modifying conveyor systems conveyor belting is a key to discovering the correct solution to handle your product. While there are many things to consider in the process of selecting the correct belt, it is important to know the three variables: durometer, length and color. Utilizing knowledge of these three variables belts can be selected to drive product with enough force and durability.

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Spare Parts: Essential to Serving our Customers

Why we carry Spare Conveyor Parts

Conveyor systems are large investments that provide immense benefits to production capabilities for our customers. To ensure proper maintenance of conveyor systems we offer our customers a wide variety of spare conveyor parts. Majority of our stock is TGW spare parts. If any item wears down or breaks on our customers conveyor system, we understand the necessity to get spare conveyor parts quickly to your location at a great price. Often we prepare our customers with spare conveyor parts upon order of a large system to stay ahead of the game, but we are happy to help new customers large and small.

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The Importance of Warehouse Automation

As the industry evolves in the 21st Century, so does the nature of automation. Advances in artificial intelligence and robotics have created a world in which artificial workers can perform complex tasks. Increased warehouse automation improves worker safety, reduces the number of repetitive menial tasks performed by human workers, and streamlines logistical processes and procedures.

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