Conveyor Systems

Advance have the capabilities to fully design, manufacture and install a multitude of conveyor systems and materials handling solutions. From fully automated production lines to assembly cells and boxing machines. From concept to completion Advance has the solution.

Conveyor systems are materials handling equipment, they are used primarily to transfer load from one area to another efficiently reducing the need for manual involvement in the process.

Conveyor systems are crucial for warehouse operations, manufacturing, commercial and distributive applications and any other applications where large amounts of material/product need to be moved quickly, safely and efficiently.

Conveyor systems are used in all industrial sectors such as airport, cement, environment, manufacturing, sugar processing, packaging etc. Either as stand-alone equipment or in conjunction with other equipment.

It is absolutely essential to choose the right conveyor system as it is directly related to productivity, efficiency and output. Selecting the wrong type of conveyor system could have disastrous effects on a company. Always seek guidance on the most suitable type (Advance offer a free, no obligation site visit to view applications and advise on best possible solutions) What kind of product is to be handled i.e. its weight, dimensions, throughput etc, should always be kept in mind.

The advantages of a conveyor system are:

• More efficient usage of space
• Reduced manual labour involvement
• Increased production output
• More efficient production process
• Reliable and cost effective

Advance have been involved with major UK and worldwide manufacturing companies offering a variety of conveyor systems and material handling solutions, all bespoke designs tailored to suit the specific requirements of that customer.

The wheels are set in motion with a site visit from experienced sales and technical staff to get a feel for what would be required, followed up by a detailed quotation (more site visits may be required). Upon receipt of an order the conveyor system itself would then be fully designed by Advance, fully manufactured by Advance at our premises in County Durham and then fully mechanically and electrically installed by experienced site engineers at the most convenient times for the customer.

Below is a video showing a bag handling conveyor system incorporating plastic modular belts, a bag turning device, a knock over bar to lay the bag down and a pneumatic pusher system.