Conveyors for Warehouse Operations

Belt Conveyors for Warehouses

Belt conveyors are one of the most versatile systems, designed to move boxes, packages, or irregular-shaped items across long distances.

Subcategories of Belt Conveyors:

• Flat Belt Conveyors – standard design for moving packaged goods on level surfaces.

• Incline/Decline Belt Conveyors – perfect for elevation changes between floors or mezzanines.

• Cleated Belt Conveyors – belts with raised sections to prevent goods from sliding backward on inclines.

• Sanitary/Heavy-Duty Belt Conveyors – designed for dusty, abrasive, or high-volume warehouse environments.

Best Use Cases:

• Moving packaged goods between zones.

• Order fulfillment lines.

• Linking different warehouse departments.

Modular Belt Conveyors for Warehouse

Unlike continuous belts, modular conveyors use interlocking plastic segments. They’re durable, flexible, and easy to repair if a section gets damaged.

Subcategories of Modular Conveyors:

• Straight Modular Conveyors – simple layouts for forward product flow.

• Curved Modular Conveyors – navigate tight spaces without product disruption.

• Z-Shaped Modular Conveyors – combine horizontal, incline, and decline sections for multi-level flow.

Best Use Cases:

• Warehouses with space restrictions.

• High-volume operations that need durability.

• Areas requiring frequent cleaning or maintenance.

Roller Conveyors

Roller conveyors use cylinders (rollers) to transport goods. They are ideal for boxes, totes, and pallets.

Subcategories of Roller Conveyors:

• Gravity Roller Conveyors – goods move naturally using gravity, no power needed.

• Powered Roller Conveyors – use motors to move heavy or large items consistently.

• Accumulation Roller Conveyors – control product spacing, preventing collisions.

• Pallet Roller Conveyors – heavy-duty rollers for warehouse pallet handling.

Best Use Cases:

• Loading and unloading zones.

• Short-distance transfer of cartons or pallets.

• Staging products for packaging.

Mezzanine & Floor-to-Floor Conveyors

Warehouses with multi-level storage or mezzanine floors need conveyors that move products vertically.

Subcategories of Mezzanine and Floor-to-Floor Conveyors:

• Incline Belt Conveyors – angled belts move products between floors.

• Vertical Reciprocating Conveyors (VRCs) – lift-like systems for heavier loads.

• Spiral Conveyors – continuous flow systems that move goods up or down in a spiral pattern.

Best Use Cases:

• Multi-level warehouses.

• Order fulfillment centers with mezzanine picking areas.

• Replacing forklift or manual lifting.

Vehicle Loading & Unloading Conveyors

Loading docks often create bottlenecks. Flexible and mobile conveyors are designed to extend directly into trucks or containers, speeding up loading/unloading.

Subcategories of Mezzanine and Floor-to-Floor Conveyors:

• Telescopic Belt Conveyors – extendable conveyors for vehicle loading.

• Flexible/Expanding Roller Conveyors – expand, bend, and curve to fit into trucks.

• Portable Mobile Conveyors – wheeled systems that can be repositioned as needed.

Best Use Cases:

• High-volume distribution centers.

• Seasonal peak delivery periods.

• Dock operations with multiple vehicles.

Incline & Adjustable Conveyors

Incline conveyors move goods between elevations and are often adjustable to match different floor levels or mezzanines.

Subcategories of Incline & Adjustable Conveyors:

• Cleated Incline Conveyors – prevent slipping when transporting cartons or bags.

• Adjustable Height Conveyors – mobile designs with adjustable angles for flexibility.

• Overhead Conveyors – utilize ceiling space to move goods above ground-level traffic.

Best Use Cases:

• Connecting storage floors.

• Moving goods to elevated packing areas.

• Maximizing vertical warehouse space.