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What is a Pallet Conveyor?

 

A pallet conveyor is a type of material handling equipment designed to transport palletised loads efficiently from one location to another. Pallet conveyors are commonly used in warehouses, manufacturing facilities, production lines, and distribution centres, where they help move heavy or high-capacity pallets while reducing manual handling and forklift use.

Pallet conveyors are valued for their strength, reliability, and ability to handle heavy loads, making them an ideal solution for both automated and semi-automated material flow systems.

At SPG, we manufacture:

Standard-built pallet conveyors – ideal for typical pallet handling requirements, offering fast turnaround times and reliable performance.

Custom-built pallet conveyors – designed to suit specific pallet sizes, load capacities, layouts, and industry requirements.

Why SPG for Pallet Conveyors?

In Summary, SPG Conveyor Systems builds both standard and bespoke conveyor equipment specifically for your needs – ensuring the best solution. For example, this is backed up in effect by our UK service personnel and manufacturers' warranty.

Our company has a wealth of experience, of course, within a wide range of industries and applications. It's important to realise that most of our products have options for mild steel stainless steel or aluminium construction. As a result, these products use proven designs to suit all product sizes and materials. Conveyor systems, in short, provide you with a long-lasting, cost-effective, and reliable solution.

All conveyors come with an operation manual, UKCA / CE marked where required & 24 month warranty for your peace of mind. Get in touch today and receive a free quote!

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Types of Pallet Conveyors

Pallet conveyors are essential for moving heavy loads efficiently in warehouses, manufacturing plants, and distribution centers. Depending on your workflow and operational needs, different types of pallet conveyors offer unique advantages. Here’s a breakdown of the main types:

Driven Pallet Conveyors

Driven pallet conveyors are powered by motors, belts, or chains to move pallets along a set path. They are ideal for controlled, continuous transport of goods over long distances or through complex layouts. These conveyors can handle heavier loads and provide precise movement, making them perfect for production lines, automated assembly, and high-volume operations.

  • Consistent and reliable pallet movement

  • Can handle heavier loads

  • Suitable for integration with automation systems

Gravity Pallet Conveyors

Gravity pallet conveyors rely on sloped surfaces and the force of gravity to move pallets from one point to another. They are a simple, low-maintenance solution for moving pallets over short distances. Gravity conveyors are often used for temporary storage, assembly areas, or loading bays where pallets only need to roll or slide gently.

  • No power required, reducing energy costs

  • Minimal maintenance needed

  • Ideal for short-distance or batch movements

Pallet Tracks

Pallet tracks, sometimes called pallet flow tracks, are a flexible conveyor solution for transporting pallets through tight spaces or around curves. These systems often use rollers or wheels mounted on tracks to guide pallets smoothly along the desired route. Pallet tracks are highly adaptable, making them suitable for irregular layouts or areas where space is limited.

  • Flexible and adaptable to tight or complex spaces

  • Smooth, controlled pallet movement

  • Can be combined with other conveyor types for full-system efficiency

Turntable Pallet Conveyor

 

A turntable (turntable pallet conveyor) is a type of pallet handling equipment designed to rotate pallets within a conveyor system so they can change direction without manual handling. The rotating platform typically turns loads 90°, 180°, or 360°, allowing pallets to be transferred onto another conveyor line while maintaining a smooth and continuous flow of goods.

Commonly used in warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and distribution centres, turntable pallet conveyors help optimise layout space and improve operational efficiency. By automatically repositioning pallets at conveyor intersections, they reduce the need for forklifts and manual movement, creating a safer and more streamlined material handling process.

Chain Driven & Gravity Pallet Conveyors

Chain-driven pallet conveyors are powered systems that use heavy-duty chains and motors to automatically move pallets through warehouses, manufacturing lines, and distribution centres. They are ideal for handling heavy loads and keeping pallets moving through automated pallet handling systems.

Gravity pallet conveyors, in contrast, are non-powered systems in which pallets move over rollers under gravity, usually on a slight incline. They provide a simple, cost-effective solution for pallet staging, accumulation, and manual handling areas.

Chain Pallet Transfer

 

A chain pallet transfer is a conveyor system used to move pallets between conveyor lines, typically at a 90-degree angle. Using powered chains that rise between rollers, the system lifts and transfers pallets smoothly between conveyors. Chain pallet transfers are commonly used in automated pallet handling systems to improve routing efficiency and maintain a continuous flow of goods in warehouses and manufacturing facilities.

 

Bespoke Chain-Driven Pallet Conveyor System for Heavy-Duty Handling Case Study

When it comes to moving heavy pallets efficiently and safely, a chain-driven pallet conveyor is one of the most reliable solutions available. At SPG, we recently designed and manufactured a bespoke chain pallet conveyor system tailored to meet specific handling requirements—combining strength, precision, and long-term durability.

This project is a great example of how a custom pallet conveyor can improve workflow, reduce manual handling, and integrate seamlessly into industrial environments.

Pictured: Three chain pallet conveyors, two of which include pneumatic blade stops.

 

Choosing the right type of pallet conveyor depends on factors such as load weight, space constraints, automation requirements, and workflow design. Many facilities use a combination of driven, gravity, and pallet track systems to achieve maximum efficiency.

 

 

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Roller Tracks for Pallets can be installed by our team

These unpowered heavy-duty roller tracks are ideal for easily moving pallets for storage purposes.

Our team is available to install these pallet tracks to suit your specification.

Working With Us

SPG Conveyors are used daily by a wide range of third-party logistics, manufacturing, food production, and product assembly businesses in the UK.

We offer tailored solutions to suit our customers' needs:

If you need modular conveyors for your business then please contact us by phone, email, or try out the live chat feature for a free no-obligation quotation.

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