Flexco has introduced new segmented transfer plates to prevent product and foreign object debris from jamming in the point of transfer, minimising product and belt damage, increasing efficiency, and eliminating downtime.
The plates, which come in options from 3.8cm to 7.6cm gaps between conveyor belts, are an extension to the company's Segmented Transfer Plate line that allow it to be installed into narrower gaps.
Flexco Segmented Transfer Plates are designed to cover the gap between conveyors that are positioned belt-to-belt, belt-to-chute, belt-to-roller and for power turns.
Available for belt widths up to 1500 mm, the transfer plates protect packages and other products from damage, while preventing belt tears and other damage from lodged foreign objects.
“The individual segments of the Segmented Transfer Plate are designed to release under extreme pressure in the rare instance when a product momentarily lodges between the belt and the segment,” Flexco's light-duty product manager, Laurie Shorten says.
“A single segment section releases, but the remaining segment pieces remain intact and continue to protect the operational efficiencies of your customers.”
The original design featured paired segments to accommodate gap widths 100 mm-250 mm. The new, narrow-gap option accommodates 38 mm-75 mm gaps. Molded-in ribs on the segment surface reduce friction up to 10 per cent and allow packages to transition over the plates.
Segmented Transfer Plates are designed for use in parcel sortation operations, distribution centres, fulfilment centres, warehousing and airports.
Installation of Segmented Transfer Plates is easy, with flexible mounting options that can be bolted or welded in place. Segments that snap right on to the support bar also make routine maintenance quicker and easier.
