US-based Shuttleworth, a division of Pro Mach has launched a new chain-driven conveyor for packaging lines. The conveyor is capable of reaching speeds up to 500 feet-per-minute (FPM) while maintaining product stability.
According to the company, the speed capability allows manufacturers added versatility on their packaging lines.
Shuttleworth senior plastics R&D engineer Klaus Daenzer said the new conveyor allows the company to achieve higher speeds due to improvements made in wear and friction engineering, particularly with its effect on plastics.
The conveyors can also be integrated with the company's Slip-Torque low-line backpressure technology for handling delicate products.
Shuttleworth conveyors provide gentle product handling and precise product placement, particularly for use in the food, pharmaceutical, electronics, printing and solar industries.
