Flexible Chain Conveyors (3D Routing)

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Product Detailed Professional Description

Flexible Chain Conveyors utilize a modular, low-friction plastic or stainless steel chain with high lateral flexibility, enabling horizontal curves, vertical inclines, and declines within a single continuous drive unit. The chains run within a slotted, extruded aluminum or stainless steel beam. This construction provides high routing adaptability and a compact footprint. They are designed for handling small, lightweight products (e.g., bottles, cans, small components) requiring complex three-dimensional routing within crowded production environments.

Introduction & Company Integration

Wuxi Huiqian specializes in compact and high-agility conveying systems, exemplified by our flexible chain solutions. Our systems are engineered to navigate tight corners and elevation changes using a single drive, maximizing space utilization. Through rigorous material testing and a systematic QMS, we supply conveyance tracks that offer smooth transitions and precise tracking stability, which is essential for bottling, pharmaceutical, and small component assembly lines.

Application Fields

Beverage Filling: Transporting empty or full PET/glass bottles between filling, capping, and labeling machines.
Pharmaceutical Packaging: Routing small blister packs or containers through inspection and sealing stations.
Cosmetics and Personal Care: Conveying small jars and tubes through complex assembly and packaging layouts.
Small Component Assembly: Linking manual and automated workstations with elevation changes.

Specification

Chain Widths	Standard 44.5 mm to 295 mm
Chain Material	Acetal (POM), Polypropylene (PP), or Stainless Steel
Frame Material	Anodized Aluminum Profile or 304 Stainless Steel
Minimum Horizontal Radius	As low as 150 mm (Dependent on chain width)
Maximum Vertical Incline	Up to 15∘ (Dependent on product base and chain surface)

Material Selection Guide

Material choice is based on the routing demands and environment:

Chain Links: Acetal (POM) for high rigidity, low wear, and excellent sliding characteristics. Stainless Steel for high strength and chemical resistance.
Wear Strips: UHMW-PE (Polyethylene) is used for all sliding surfaces due to its low coefficient of friction and abrasion resistance.
Frame: Anodized Aluminum for dry, general assembly environments; 304 Stainless Steel for food and wet areas.

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Advantages & Core Features

Space Efficiency: The ability to route horizontally and vertically using tight radius curves significantly reduces the overall space required compared to traditional straight conveyors.
Single Drive Efficiency: Long, complex layouts can often be powered by one drive motor, simplifying electrical and mechanical infrastructure.
Low Friction Operation: Use of UHMW-PE slide strips beneath the chain minimizes contact friction, reducing power consumption and noise generation.
Hygienic Options: Available in stainless steel frames and specialized polymers suitable for washdown environments.

FAQ

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q: What limits the maximum length of a flexible chain conveyor?
A: The limiting factor is chain pull (tension). Longer systems require intermediate drive units or specialized high-strength chains (often stainless steel) to manage the cumulative friction and tension buildup.

Q: Are these systems suitable for products with high oil content?
A: Yes, but the chain material is critical. Acetal (POM) chains are highly resistant to common oils and fats, offering longer service life in such conditions than standard polymers.

Information

Material Selection Guide

Material choice is based on the routing demands and environment:

Chain Links: Acetal (POM) for high rigidity, low wear, and excellent sliding characteristics. Stainless Steel for high strength and chemical resistance.
Wear Strips: UHMW-PE (Polyethylene) is used for all sliding surfaces due to its low coefficient of friction and abrasion resistance.
Frame: Anodized Aluminum for dry, general assembly environments; 304 Stainless Steel for food and wet areas.

Details

Production & Customization Services

We focus on layout optimization and special handling attachments:

Custom Infeed/Outfeed Transitions: Manufacturing specific nose bar arrangements and transfer plates to ensure smooth product transfer onto and off the chain at high speed.
Attachment Integration: Supplying chains with integrated flights, side grippers, or magnetic inserts tailored to holding product during steep inclines.
Tooling and Guide Rail Machining: Custom machining of stainless steel or polymer guide rails to precisely match product contours, preventing tipping or jamming on curves.

Wuxi Huiqian logistics machinery manufacturing Co., Ltd.

Wuxi Huiqian logistics machinery manufacturing Co., Ltd. Headquarters and Production Base is located in Dujiangyan, Chengdu, Sichuan, The company has offices in Changzhou, Jiangsu, Dongguan, Guangdong, and Yuyao, Zhejiang, which can perfectly cover domestic chemical, pharmaceutical, and blending modification users and provide a full range of sales and after-sales services.

As a professional Flexible Chain Conveyors (3D Routing) Manufacturers and Flexible Chain Conveyors (3D Routing) Suppliers, Kunwei has chemical machinery and several electrical engineers, and has been deeply involved in the industry for more than ten years.

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Why choose Wuxi Huiqian Logistics Machinery

Japanese Technology Heritage

Founded on Japanese advanced technology and logistics equipment expertise, ensuring superior product design and performance

Quality Management System

Full and scientific Quality Management System (QMS) ensuring consistent product excellence and reliability

Professional Workforce

Skilled and experienced team dedicated to precision manufacturing and customer satisfaction

Advanced Processing Equipment

State-of-the-art manufacturing equipment for precision production and consistent quality

Strategic Location

Headquarters in Wuxi National Hi-Tech Development district with excellent transportation and complete facilities

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Highly recognized for integrity, strength and product quality throughout the logistics machinery industry

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