Working With a Specialized Conveyor Roller Supplier

30 Dec.,2024

 

Working With a Specialized Conveyor Roller Supplier

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Custom conveyor rollers are essential in the material handling industry. Understanding the benefits of a specialized conveyor roller supplier can help you choose the right manufacturer. A custom conveyor roller supplier offers personalized support, comprehensive solutions, innovation and customization so you receive high-performance replacement conveyor rollers.

Why Work With a Specialized Conveyor Roller Supplier?

Working with a specialized conveyor roller supplier is crucial in the material handling industry. When you partner with the right manufacturer, you receive conveyor rollers that meet your application needs. Consider these five benefits of working with a specialized conveyor roller supplier:

1. Innovative Approach

As the material handling industry advances, an innovative approach to conveyor rollers is essential. A specialized conveyor roller supplier prioritizes innovation and develops new conveyor system features to enhance productivity. Custom convey roller manufacturers strive toward improvement and generate creative solutions for material handling needs.

Working with a specialized conveyor roller manufacturer allows you to benefit from the industry&#;s leading innovations. You can access the latest conveyor system features and assembly before other companies in the industry.

2. Personalized Care and Support

Work with a manufacturer offering personalized care and support. Suppliers prioritizing client needs can provide the right systems and components to benefit operations. A supplier should strive to understand your company&#;s material handling needs and offer solutions that meet these needs.

A manufacturer offering personalized support also offers helpful guidance. Supportive manufacturers promptly answer questions regarding applications, pricing and availability. They provide detailed information and treat you as a partner as they address your concerns and work toward the right solutions.

3. Custom Solutions for Your Application

Customization is essential for material handling applications. Your conveyor rollers require specific dimensions and features to operate properly in extreme temperatures, in high-release or with a specific load. Customization also helps your system meet specific material handling requirements, such as proper sanitation. A quality replacement conveyor roller supplier modifies rollers and components to optimize their operations for your applications.

4. Comprehensive System Solutions

A specialized conveyor roller supplier provides you with comprehensive system solutions. Custom conveyor roller manufacturers focus on all areas of your applications, such as operating environments and material handling processes. They recommend and provide the right parts so your entire system operates efficiently.

When you work with a custom replacement conveyor roller supplier, they consider the following factors:

  • Conveyor roller measurements: A conveyor roller&#;s measurements determine the right replacement roller&#;s measurements. A custom manufacturer considers a roller&#;s between-frame distance, roller diameter, axle diameter and total axle length to develop a replacement conveyor roller that matches precise dimensions.
  • System type: Specialized conveyor roller suppliers consider system types to ensure they provide the right replacement roller for each client. System types consist of gravity rollers, chain-driven rollers and belt-driven rollers.
  • Axle configuration: An existing conveyor roller&#;s axle configuration is crucial for determining the correct replacement roller size. Custom manufacturers consider the axle&#;s size, length, diameter and retention.

5. Improved Conveyor System Performance

Since a specialized conveyor roller supplier provides custom, comprehensive solutions, it also improves your system&#;s performance. Customizing your replacement conveyor roller and its components allows a supplier to provide high-quality solutions that optimize your system&#;s performance.

Why Choose Rolcon?

Rolcon customizes replacement conveyor rollers to meet each client&#;s unique material handling needs. We offer comprehensive solutions and personalized support to provide the right conveyor rollers and components for your applications.

Rolcon manufactures conveyor rollers with innovation. Rolcon was the first company to spring load roller ends, leading the way for a new industry standard. We were also the first manufacturer to introduce the patented frame-saving assembly for cartridge bearings. This new assembly enhanced material handling productivity.

Rolcon experts solve problems and guide clients to make the right decisions for their processes. We consider all essential factors to ensure we manufacture the right conveyor roller for each specific application.

We also offer fast service and expedited shipping to help you receive materials quickly. Our roller conveyors help your system last longer by reducing wear and tear on other components. We manufacture parts to help extend your system&#;s life span and reduce your costs. Focusing on quality parts and assembly also reduces system vibrations and noise.

When Are Replacement Conveyor Rollers Necessary?

Conveyor rollers occasionally need repairs, and replacement rollers are sometimes necessary. You should replace your rollers in the following situations:

  • Safety concerns: Conveyor systems must meet safety requirements to remain in operation. Replace rollers when a repair would compromise safety measures or create workplace hazards.
  • Unavailable spare parts: Manufactured conveyor system parts change as suppliers manufacture new models. You should consider replacing your rollers if your current system contains parts that are no longer available or difficult to find.
  • Significant roller damage: Replace significantly damaged rollers to prevent safety hazards and system downtime.

Rolcon&#;s Custom Solutions

Rolcon can customize conveyor rollers using the right materials and designs for each client&#;s specific application. The following materials are common for custom rollers:

  • Axle materials: The most common roller axle materials are stainless steel, plastic, CRS steel and stub shafts.
  • Bearings: Bearings are typically plastic bushings, stainless steel or ABEC precision.
  • Tubing: Tubing is typically PVC, galvanized steel, chrome-plated, stainless steel or zinc-plated.

Rolcon&#;s experts can also help you choose the right conveyor roller design for your application needs. The following designs are common for custom conveyor rollers:

  • Crowned rollers
  • Threaded axle ends
  • Axle hog ring holes
  • Custom groove locations and multiple grooves
  • Tapped and drilled axle ends
  • Custom sprocket locations

Work With a Specialized Conveyor Roller Supplier Today

A specialized conveyor roller supplier manufactures conveyor rollers with an innovative approach. The right conveyor roller manufacturer offers personalized support and comprehensive custom solutions. Working with a specialized conveyor roller supplier results in a long-lasting and high-performance conveyor system.

Rolcon manufactures custom replacement conveyor rollers to meet your material handling needs. Our innovation, personalized support and comprehensive solutions allow us to manufacture the right replacement roller for your material handling needs.

We help extend your conveyor system&#;s life span to reduce overhead costs, and we offer expedited shipping so you can receive replacement rollers quickly. Contact us to learn more about our customized solutions and how we can help you optimize your conveyor roller&#;s performance.

Different Types Of Conveyor Rollers And Their Unique ...

Often referred to as &#;the arteries of a mining operation&#;, the mining industry cannot function without conveyors. If the conveyor stops, production stops.

Conveyor equipment is therefore required to be robust and reliable to ensure the highest efficiency under a variety of different conditions.

Choosing a dependable conveyor roller is an important step to ensure an efficient conveyor system. But choosing the right one for your application can be a confusing task.

In this post, we explain the different types of rollers used in conveyors and some of their benefits. But before that, let&#;s explore the characteristics of a high-quality conveyor roller.

Characteristics of a high-quality conveyor roller

There are many conveyor roller manufacturers in the market but only a handful are experts at what they do. When you need a conveyor roller, make sure you choose a high-quality product with all the right qualities such as:

High-quality manufacturing

It is important the roller adheres to international standards and is manufactured using quality processes to ensure you receive a high-quality product.

Belt-friendly

The conveyor roller must be belt-friendly to reduce risk to conveyor belt damage.

Tough and durable

 

For the chosen application, the conveyor roller must be tough and durable for long life. For this, it is important to make sure the chosen roller is appropriate for the product specifications, transfer requirements, and service environment.

Low noise

Operational noise is an important factor to consider, especially in closed environments such as underground mines. Low noise keeps disturbance to surroundings under control and promotes worker well-being.

Minimal vibration

Vibration usually occurs due to a loose connection between the roller and frame. Increased vibration causes high noise and reduces roller life due to fluctuating loads. Good conveyor rollers are fitted with precision bearings that are self-lubricating. Attention must be paid to bearing choice, manufacturing methods, and sealing arrangements for minimal vibration.

Types of conveyor rollers

We touched briefly upon the different qualities to look for in a conveyor roller. But by their very nature, some rollers will be better than others at certain features.

Having pioneered the development of conveyor idlers in the global mining industry, PROK  manufacture conveyor rollers with an emphasis on reliability and performance. PROK conveyor rollers are designed for smooth rotation, low noise, long service life and operating economy.

Let&#;s take a look at the different types of conveyor rollers PROK offer and the benefits they provide.

PROK Hybrid Steel

 

Overview

The PROK&#;s Hybrid steel roller&#;s tube is made from electroplated galvanised steel while the bearing housing is made of an advanced thermoset non-metallic material. This hybrid composition is machined to ISO G16. It provides high performance in the most demanding situations by maintaining bearing fit and preventing slip.

Key benefits
  • The hybrid composition is strong, tough, and corrosion-resistant, promoting durability and the long life of the conveyor roller. It is also highly dependable and completely traceable.
  • The roller bearing uses a multi-labyrinth seal that is efficient at preventing contamination from dust, dirt, and other particles. It also has a high creep resistance.
  • The composite structure of the roller provides a stable service in corrosive and high-temperature applications.

PROK HDPE

Overview

PROK HDPE composite conveyor roller is a strong but lightweight alternative to conventional steel rollers. It is made from a specially formulated glass reinforced polymer matrix. The premium sealing on the roller has low-friction properties which reduces the run resistance and breakaway mass. The roller also has an anti-jamming disc to reduce roller seizures.

Key benefits
  • The special material provides high wear resistance, belt-friendly, and low noise properties even in heavy duty applications.
  • Low material adherence compared to steel significantly reduces material spillage and improper belt tracking.
  • Light-weight product promotes safer handling when technicians install or change roller.
  • Corrosion-resistant material permits use in high humidity/moisture regions without the risk of belt failure due to roller damage.

Polyurethane Disc Roller

Overview

As the name suggests, the Polyurethane disc roller has several abrasion-resistant and hydrolytically stable discs of polyurethane mounted on a steel tube. These discs come in contact with the conveyor belt and reduce the amount of substance buildup on the rollers preventing it from assuming an imbalanced and uneven surface. These are preferred for applications where there is significant carryback on the return side.

Key benefits
  • It solves the common issue of carryback buildup which can lead to belt failure.
  • It increases the roller&#;s expected life by up to three hundred percent compared to steel in high wear applications.
  • High hydrolysis resistance enables its use in highly demanding environments.

PROK Steel

Overview

PROK steel rollers are made using welded end housings. They provide high strength and durability to conveyor systems with high product transfer requirements. The flange housings are of a special patented design. PROK can provide hot vulcanised rubber lagged or galvanised wear-coated shell on request.

Key benefits
  • Ideal for heavy-duty applications due to their high load-carrying capacity.
  • Deliver high-quality performance in high-temperature environments.
  • More affordable compared to their plastic counterparts.

Rubber Disc Roller

Overview

These idler rollers have rubber discs mounted on a steel tube. Rubber disc idler rollers are used in applications where high material carryback volume and high shell wearing of return rollers is an issue.

They are ideal for sticky, wet, and abrasive product that usually accumulates at the belt center on the return side.

Fire resistant and anti-static options are also available.

Key benefits
  • Solves the common problem of carryback buildup through a low-cost solution that requires minimal maintenance.
  • PROK uses premium grade rubber for a long service life.
  • Custom bored PROK roller tubes eliminate bearing housing requirement increasing the dependability of the roller.

Formed Steel Roller

Overview

A formed steel roller is an advanced type of steel roller that is made without welding components. The roller shell ends are formed into bearing housings. The bearings fit into the bores with perfect alignment enabling its use in high speed, high material volume applications.

Formed steel rollers are used in some of the largest conveyor systems in the world.

Key benefits
  • The roller has enviable straightness, roundness, and hardness perfect for high speed, high tonnage needs.
  • The shaft is hollow which gives weight savings and high bending resistance. The low weight also makes it safer and easier to install or change roller.
  • Reduced vibrations from precise manufacturing translate into reduced noise.

Weigh Roller

Overview

Weigh rollers are used in belt weighing systems as lead-in and lead-out assemblies in order to facilitate the recording of flow rates, checking inventory, or keeping an eye on production. These rollers need a high degree of accuracy to ensure accurate measurements.

PROK weigh rollers are machined to obtain small TIR and MIS values. This reduces operational vibration of the rollers as well.

Key benefits
  • Minimal vibration and minimum noise.
  • Superior belt weighing capabilities.
  • Equipped with leveling screws at both ends for vertical adjustments.
  • Available in a wide range of sizes.

Impact Roller

Overview

Conveyor impact rollers consist of multiple rubber discs mounted on a heavy-duty steel tube to dampen impact loading effects. They are used in parts where loading or transfer of material takes place via a free fall subjecting the belt and rollers to high impact stresses.

Impact rollers support the belt and absorb shock loads in these regions increasing the life of the rollers and the belt. Hot vulcanised conveyor impact rollers are available as well.

Key benefits
  • Premium quality rubber provides extended roller service life. The rubber is heat resistant and strong enough to extend consistent support to the belt.
  • Rubber rings available separately for replacement.
  • May be fit with roller and ball bearings as necessary.

 

You can view the full range of PROK rollers here.

To find out more about PROK conveyor rollers, contact us.