FLEXIBLE CONVEYORS
Applications
- Trailer loading and unloading
- Carton transport in shipping areas
- Temporary conveying for peak demand
- Order picking and packing operations
- Induction and discharge at sortation systems
Industries
- Distribution and fulfillment
- E-commerce operations
- Parcel and postal handling
- Light manufacturing
- Third-party logistics
- Warehousing and storage
Flexible conveyors are expandable material handling systems designed to move cartons, totes, and cases in environments where layouts change or space is limited. These conveyors use a series of skate wheels or powered rollers mounted on articulated frames that extend, contract, and curve to fit temporary or permanent conveying paths. Height adjustable supports and locking casters allow the conveyor to be positioned at loading docks, packing areas, or sort zones with minimal setup.
Gravity and powered flexible conveyors are commonly used in shipping, receiving, and order fulfillment operations where portability and adaptability are required. Gravity configurations rely on product weight and conveyor pitch for movement, while powered versions use motor driven rollers to control carton flow and spacing. Both styles support quick deployment and storage when not in use, making them well suited for dynamic material handling environments.
Flexible conveyors are often selected as a supplemental conveying solution rather than fixed automation. Their modular construction supports rapid reconfiguration, integration with fixed conveyors, and efficient handling of varying carton sizes without permanent floor modifications.
WheelFlex | Flexible Gravity Wheel Conveyor
The WheelFlex gravity conveyor is designed for environments where a fixed conveyor layout is not practical and durability is required. This flexible wheel conveyor supports rapid reconfiguration for loading docks, back room operations, and temporary process areas.
PowerFlex | Powered Flexible Roller Conveyor
The PowerFlex conveyor is a powered flexible roller conveyor built for situations where gravity alone is impractical and fixed powered conveyors cannot be easily deployed. Powered 1.5-inch grooved rollers driven through an accordion-style flexible frame provide controlled movement and accurate tracking.
